HomeMy WebLinkAboutresolution.hpc.010-1998 RESOLUTION OF THE ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
APPROVING AN APPLICATION
FOR MINOR DEVELOPMENT AT 203 S. GALENA STREET, GUCCI,
ASPEN, COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO./~), SERIES OF 1998
WHEREAS the applicant, Gucci International, represented by Gensler Architects and
Guy Associates has requested minor development approval for the property located at
203 S. Galena Street, the Brand Building. The property is a designated landmark and is
located within the Commercial Core Historic District; and
WHEREAS all development in an "H," Historic Overlay District or development
involving a historic landmark must meet all four Development Review Standards of
Section 26.72.010(D) of the Aspen Land Use Code in order for HPC to grant approval,
namely:
1. Standard: The proposed development is compatible in general design,
massing and volume, scale and site plan with designated historic structures
located on the parcel and with development on adjacent parcels when the
subject site is in a "H," Historic Overlay District or is adjacent to an
Historic Landmark.
2. Standard: The proposed development reflects and is consistent with the
character of the neighborhood of the parcel proposed for development.
3. Standard: The proposed development enhances or does not detract from
the historic significance of designated historic structures located on the
parcel proposed for development or on adjacent parcels.
4. Standard: The proposed development enhances or does not diminish from
the architectural character or integrity of a designated historic structure or
part thereof, and
WHEREAS, Julie Ann Woods, in her staff reports dated July 8; 1998 and July 22, 1998,
recommended approval with conditions; and
WHEREAS, the application was reviewed at a regular meeting of the Historic
Preservation Commission on July 8, 1998 and July 22, 1998 at which the Commission
considered and approved the application with conditions by a vote of 4-2. At a regular
meeting on August 5, 1998, the Commission voted to amend one of their conditions,
relating to door handles, by a vote of 5-0.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That minor development approval for 203 S.. Galena Street, including approval to modify
the Galena Street storefront for the Gucci store, as presented on July 22, 1998 be
approved as shown. On the Hopkins Street side, the modifications are approved as
presented on July 22, 1998, except for replacement of the large window, which is not
approved. The door pulis on both entries may be installed and will be reviewed for
approval, disapproval, or restudy by the HPC monitors assigned to the project.
APP/4ROVED BY THE COMMISSION at its regular meeting on the --%~' day
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
ATTEST:
Chief Deputy Clerk