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HomeMy WebLinkAboutminutes.hpc.19970813 ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13~ 1997 Chair-person Suzannah Reid called the meeting to order with Mary Hirsch, Melanie Roschko, Jeffrey Halferty, Roger Moyer and Susan Dodington present. The Commission welcomed new member Heidi Friedland. Excused were Gilbert Sanchez and Mark Onorofski. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Mary Hirsch relayed to the Commission that two more trees have been lost at 303 E. Main and it is an unfortunate situation. Those trees needed more fertilizer and more water and a concerted effort should have been made to retain those trees. The house has had extraordinary changes. Amy Amidon, Planner stated that an agreement was signed between the owner and the city regarding the trees on the city right-of-way and their replacement. Melanie stated that it would be very difficult to get a large root ball into the site of the dying trees due to the constraints. Jeffrey stated at the Paepcke house a year before the excavation a slip/form plyboard was placed into the ground so the roots would move and grow to the side. This process prevents roots from being severed during excavation. That process takes 1 1/2 years. MOTION: Roger moved to add 132 144. Main and 411 E. Hopkins to the agenda; second by Susan..411 in favor, motion carried. 210 S. GALENA 510 E. HYMAN - ELK'S BUILDING- MINOR Amy Amidon, planner stated that the presentation is for the development of the Elk's third lot which is basically the alley/trash/parking area. They propose to do a park in the vicinity of the elevator and some off street parking and to move the compactor. Bike racks would be added and they are proposing to do some improvements to the sidewalk. Staff is recommending delaying the sidewalk as the DEPP Committee is doing a study as to whether sidewalks should be wider in the core. Staff recommended approval with one ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13~ 1997 condition; more information about the flower pots that are to be extended from the historic Elk's building. Larry Yaw, architect presented. The proposal is to re-create and enhance the entry and in general present a better face to the streetscape. Snow melting the sidewalk area is in the plan. They would like to create seating within the Elk's property, wall off the alley and place a detached bike rack for ten bikes off the west wall of the Mason Morse Bldg. A nine foot wall would be proposed between the two buildings running east and west separating the parking/trash area. A free standing planter would be proposed and not attached to the east wall. The trees proposed would be high canopy trees to provide shade to those sitting on the benches. Three down lights/planters are proposed for the historic east wall of the Elks bldg. They would be attached through the mortar. Mike Haman, trustee stated that the nine foot wall as indicated on the plans was to separate the seating area like a room and it would cover the top of city hall and you would only see Red Mountain. Some trustees liked the five foot wall as it keeps the area open to the back of the building and is more pedestrian friendly and you would see the dormers and roof of City Hall plus Red Mountain. Commissioners discussed the proposed brick pattern and sandstone. They also had concern about the planter's closeness to the historic east wall. There was concern about moisture and if a water proof membrane would be used on the interior of the planter and the appearance of the planter against the historic wall. Other concerns were the wiring of the lights/planters into the historic wall. All the commissioners felt the proposed development would improve the site. Larry Yaw responded that the wiring would be coming through from the inside of the building out to the existing conduit. The existing conduit would be replaced and painted out. Susan stated that she had concerns about bolts being placed into the historic wall. People should see the wall as old and possibly crumbling as they are historic walls. She also felt the lower wall was more pedestrian friendly as opposed to views being blocked off. 2 ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13~ 1997 Heidi had concerns about the planter obscuring the historic wall. She also stated that the cityscape is important and she is in favor of the lower wall. Melanie had concerns about the planter and its closeness to the historic wall during harsh weather. She also indicated that the lower wall would be more pedestrian friendly and in scale with the entire project. Jeffrey indicated that the lower wall would be safer in the evenings but either wall would be acceptable. He felt design specifications should be provided on the proposed light/planter. Mary had no problem with the free standing planter but is opposed to the planter/light attaching to the historic building. Roger likes the ~room effect" of the design with the proposed nine foot wall. The lights on the east wall will improve the area. The planter with something in front of it creates an inner play of texture, color and feeling. Suzannah indicated that the detail of the lights/planters should be provided. She also had concern about the planter against the historic wall. She has mixed feelings about the height of the wall. MOTION: Roger moved to approve the site plan changes at 210 S. Galena - 510 E. Hyman Ave. Improvements' in the City right-of-way must be delayed until final comments' are received from the DEPP committee and a sample provided to Staff and monitor with the following conditions: 1) The design for the planter and how it fits on the east facing wall be submitted to Staff and Monitor for final approval. A revised drawing as presented tonight be submitted to staff and entered as exhibit F1 to the records'. 2) The design of the light/planter be submitted to staff and monitor for final approval. Motion was second by Melanie. Motion carried 4-3. Yes vote: Heidi, defJ7 Suzannah, Roger. No vote: Mary, Susan, Melanie. Roger stated that he did not address the idea put forth of a five foot wall. The wall presented is nine feet. 3 ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13, 1997 Mary informed the applicant that he should make a decision with the trustees and come back to the board and present the changes at the next regular meeting. Heidi thought the proposal to have openings in the upper portion of the wall was a desired element. Melanie will be the monitor for the Elk's Building. 130 S. GALENA - CITY HALL - MINOR DEVELOPMENT Amy Amidon, planner: The proposal is for two skylights on the north elevation to provide better light and ventilation to the offices on the third floor of city hall. The skylights would be flat against the roof. All mechanical equipment should be painted out. Stan Clauson, Community Development Director indicated that the windows proposed would be velux windows that are hinged at the top. A mechanical ventilation system is being proposed for city hall but would not take place for another two years. Amy added that interior remodeling is also being done and the skylights might have to shift slightly toward Galena Street depending on where the separation walls are placed. A monitor should be assigned to the project. MOTION: Mary moved that HPC approve the minor development proposal for 130 S. Galena for the two skylights' as submitted with the condition that the mechanical equipment on the roof be painted in a dark color that compliments' the historic building; second by Roger..411 in favor, motion carried. Heidi is the monitor for City Hall. 303 E. MAIN STREET -AMENDMENTS 4 ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13~ 1997 Amy Amidon, planner informed the HPC that this project was brought before the HPC June 25th and at that time amendments to the front that faces Main Street were discussed. The issue of the entry door was brought up and it was denied to relocate the door from the comer onto the historic building. HPC directed the applicant to confirm whether or not the Building Dept. would accept the comer entrance. Staff confirmed that the comer entry is an accessible entry for someone who is disabled. The applicant is back as they still do not find it as the ideal entrance. Staff conveyed to the applicant that it is not HPC's desire to create an entry that is not useful to people; however, HPC was represented that this was a good way to enter the building and approved the project and now HPC is being asked to take an additional impact onto the historic building and Staff has compatibility concerns. The restaurant space could be revised so that it does work inside and out. Representatives: Clint Watkins, architect for Ted Guy and Associates. Jeff Kline, tenant for the restaurant presented. Clint indicated that the proposed door which is ADA approved is not up to standards with some electric chairs. They consulted with several individuals who use the newer chairs which are 60 inches wide as opposed to the ADA regulation of 54 inches. If the door was centered onto the historic building it would make an easier access to the elevator for a handicapped person (handicapped individual was present to demonstrate). The three story addition in the back makes a more impact on the historic building than a door. Roger inquired about the interior space and dimension of the hall which is 51 inches wide and a wheel chair couldn't fit down the hall anyway but the blue prints were not available to confirm at the meeting. Jeffrey indicated that the brick wall could change to a veneer in order to get the turning radius needed. The commissioners addressed the interior space at length and it was determined that revisions to the interior space could address the handicapped access issue and the door. HPC ts charge is to maintain the historical integrity of the building and a compromise in the interior space could accomplish what is needed. 5 ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13, 1997 Suzannah stated that the board would welcome a discussion and revision of the plans and it is a concern as the HPC does not want a building that is unsafe or unpleasant but at the same time they are charged to protect this historic building. Jeff Kline, restaurant owner respected HPC's view and indicated that if he would have been involved earlier on the project some appropriate changes could have been made to the plans. Assistant City Attorney David Hoefer stated that a motion was not necessary as the request was dropped. 132 W. MAIN Susan stepped down. Ron Robertson presented the proposal for a lightwell on the west elevation of 132 W. Main in order to provide light into the space. Roger asked about the design of the light well. Ron stated that a steel grate would be placed over the lightwell which would be flat and low on the grass. The lightwell would not be used for egress only for lighting up the basement. Roger stated that HPC should have a worksession on different lightwell designs in the near future. MOTION: Mary moved to approve the request for the lightwell on the west side at 132 W. Main after any setback issues have been settled as submitted. There were two exhibits'. Motion was second by Roger. All in favor, motion carried 6-0. 403 E. HOPKINS Chris Flacke, architect presented. 6 ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13~ 1997 The proposal is to change the windows in the Caribou Alley for a new store called Fende. The proposal is to eliminate a door in the store front and move the mullions around. MOTION: Roger moved to approve the revisions to the Caribou Alley at 403 E. Hopkins as submitted as exhibit I; second by Mary. All in favor, motion carried. Suzannah moved to adjourn the meeting; second by Mary. All in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Kathleen J. Strickland, Chief Deputy Clerk 7 ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUG. 13~ 1997 210 S. GALENA 510 E. HYMAN - ELK'S BUILDING - MINOR ..................................................... 1 130 S. GALENA - CITY HALL - MINOR DEVELOPMENT ............................................................. 4 303 E. MAIN STREET - AMENDMENTS .......................................................................................... 4 132 W. MAIN ......................................................................................................................................... 6 403 E. HOPKINS .................................................................................................................................... 6 8