HomeMy WebLinkAboutresolution.hpc.015-1999RESOLUTION OF THE ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
APPROVING THE DEPP PROJECT ALONG MILL STREET, FROM MAIN
STREET TO HYMAN AVENUE, AND ALONG HYMAN AVENUE, FROM MILL
STREET TO MONARCH STREET, ASPEN, COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO./~ , SERIES OF 1999
WHEREAS, the City of Aspen, represented by Design Workshop Inc., has requested
minor development approval to make improvements to pedestrian areas along Mill Street
and Hyman Avenue, which is within the Commercial Core Historic District; and
WHEREAS, all development in an. "H;" Historic Overlay District or development
involving a historic landmark mugi~ 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:
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. For Historic
Landmarks where proposed development would extend into front yard, side yard
and rear yard setbacks, extend into the minimum distance between buildings on the
lot or exceed the allowed floor area by up to five hundred (500) square feet or the
allowed site coverage by up to five (5) percent, HPC may grant such variances after
making a finding that such variation is more compatible in character with the
historic landmark and the neighborhood, than would be development in accord with
dimensional requirements. In no event shall variations pursuant to this section
exceed those variations allowed under the Cottage Infill Program for detached
accessory dwelling units pursuant to Section 26.40.090(B)(2).
2. Standard: The proposed development reflects and is consistent with the
character of the neighborhood of the parcel proposed for development.
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.
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, Amy Guthrie, in her staff report dated April 7, 1999, recommended
approval for this phase of the DEPP project with conditions; and
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WHEREAS, at a special meeting on April 7, 1999, the HPC considered and approved the
application with conditions by a vote of 7 to 0.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That minor development for the DEPP project, along Mill Street from Main Street to
Hyman Avenue, and along Hyman Avenue from Mill Street to Monarch Street, as
covered in the drawings presented to HPC on April 7, 1999, be approved with the
following conditions:
1. Add a streetlight in from of Kenneth Cole (on Mill Street) to match the one on the
opposite side of the street at Cantina.
2. Except where a bench placed parallel to the street would face an interesting view, or
where circulation problems would occur, it is recommended that the benches be placed in
the "living room" layom (facing each other), to take advantages of views up and down
the streets and towards the mountains, as well as sunshine. Smaller benches may be used
where necessary. Place all bike racks perpendicular to the street.
3. Hitches to tie dogs to may be installed in some locations. This is something that could
be looked at in the future. The design team will look for some additional locations to add
trash containers.
4. Art installations on public property will require HPC review when a specific design is
planned.
5. Retain the two large silver maples in front on the Collins Block if at all possible
(based on the judgemem of the City Forester.)
6. Relocate the stone pavers by Hildegard's so that they correctly show the boundaries of
the historic alley.
7. The sanae brick pavers used on the rest of the sidewalk should wrap around the comer
in front of Bentley's. The radius pattern may occur in the street.
8. Move the kiosk across the street from the Wheeler, to where the Hunter Creek bus
stops. This way it will not interfere with the from of the Wheeler and will be in a useful
and prominent location.
9. The solar pay station proposed in front of The Prospector is not approved without a
larger discussion at HPC. Look for better solutions for the pay station. The fact that
solar powered equipment is being considered is positive.
10. If it is decided to stack the newspaper boxes two high, the HPC monitors will review
the design for the racks.
11. Add dates or some additional information for the proposed markers that list an earlier
use of a particular property.
12. HPC supports the idea of some randomness/variety and messy vitality in the project.
That is the character of Aspen and the DEPP project should not be over-designed.
13. Further refinements of the project will be reviewed by HPC project monitors.
APPROVED BY THE COMMISSION at a special meeting on the 7th day
of April, 1999. ,
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Approved as to Form:
D avl ~o~efe ,~sta~t~CityJA~ torney
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Suza~h Reid, Chair
ATTEST:
Kathy St~'~ckland, Chief Deputy Clerk
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