Landmark Commission Minutes - 01/25/2022 LANDMARK COMMISSION
MINUTES
January 25th, 2022
MEMBERS PRESENT:
John Dickinson • Member
Christy Graham • Member
Joel Hartmangruber ■ Member
Andy Lee •Member
Nadine McKown ■ Vice-Chairperson
Noros Martin ■ P&Z Liaison
Marcela Medellin •Member
Janel Ponder Smith • Member
Terry Floyd, Development Services Director ■ City Staff
Karen Gagne, Planning Administrator • City Staff
Christal Ashcraft, Development Services Admin. Asst. ■ City Staff
ABSENT:
Michele Derr • Chairperson
Tim Brewer • Council Liaison
GUESTS:
John Phillips, 1508 Hayes ■ WFHD
Brenda Burgett, 1410 Grant Street • Guest
Sondra Eaton, 1410 Grant Street ■ Guest
Kathryn Hager, 713 10'"Street • Applicant
Cameron Turnquist, 607 7'"Street ■ Contractor
I. Call to Order, Welcome and Introductions
Vice-Chairperson Nadine McKown called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m. Ms. McKown
had Commission members, staff and guests, introduce themselves.
II. Review & Approval of Minutes from: December 13th 2021
Vice-Chairperson Nadine McKown called for review and approval of the December 13th
2021 Landmark Commission meeting minutes. Mr. Josh Hartmangruber made a motion to
approve the minutes, Mr. Noros Martin seconded the motion. Minutes were unanimously
approved.
III. Action Item: Design Review — 607 7th Street — Depot Square Historic District
(Commercial)
• Facade & Building Rehab/Restoration
Key Elements Include:
o Historic rehabilitation/conversation for retail space using design professionals:
SLA Architects & Post Oak Preservation Solutions
o Preservation of character defining features
o Storefront— remove non-historic brick veneer on 7th Street façade; construction
of infill compatible storefront (doors/windows) using historic research/photos;
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repair masonry, reuse existing iron plasters, rosettes for awning anchor
attachment and transoms
o Awning/Canopy — replace non-historic, new will have compatible steel frame
o Exterior façade — repairs (repoint/clean masonry, etc.); repaint exterior brick
o Window — install new on rear wall (south façade) not directly visible from street
facing elevations; partial alley view
o Roofing — new TPO roof system and HVAC units not visible from public ROW
Modifications proposed in accordance with THC Part 2/B amendments:
o Signage: no wall or canopy signs; utilizing painted letter above storefront on
already painted masonry
o Skylights: remove 6 proposed skylights from original roofing plan
o East Facade: exterior masonry formerly under plaster since fallen off must be
covered with matching plaster
o Storefront: revise window configuration to eliminate vertical mullion and
transom within the display window; display windows should be a single,
undivided piece of glass; a secondary transom may only be utilized above the
entry door
o Rear Façade: retain existing configuration; replace non-historic door with now
hollow metal slab door that is contemporary and compatible with character.
Original Review: January 2021
Renewal/Modification Date: January 2022
Vice-Chairperson McKown introduced the design review item for 607 7th Street and turned
the floor over to staff. Ms. Karen Gagne presented the case and stated this request was
presented a year ago this month and was now coming back before the Commission as a
renewal request with amendments.
Ms. Gagne stated the subject property was located next to the Holt Hotel parking lot in the
rear, facing 7th Street. The contributing structure was built circa 1889 and was known as
Dr. Reed's Wichita Drug House. A Sanborn map from 1919 was provided showing the
awnings. Inventory photos displayed from 2013 to current photos show no significant
changes. The owner, in working with Post Oak Preservation Solutions and SLA Architects
had provided design plans that were previously submitted to Texas Historical Commission
(THC) for historic tax credit review.
As follow-up from the Part 2/B THC review, there were certain elements THC requested be
modified for approval. On the original submission, site plans showed 6 areas where sky
lights were proposed. THC advised of their concerns having so many openings in the roof
and requested detailed plans for review. The owners have at this time opted to void the
request for skylights. Another element is the masonry that will be required to be repainted
and repointed and any brick covered with plaster that is damaged shall be plastered to
match. On the front façade the non-historic black and white veneer shall be removed. A
revised window configuration plan shall be submitted to eliminate vertical mullions and
secondary transoms, with the exception of a secondary transom above the entry door. Each
new display window will contain single, undivided piece of glass. A new window is proposed
on south facade along w/ repair work. The owner is also proposing on the north facade (7th
Street) sign alterations to better align with THC requirements outlined in Part2/B of the
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historic tax credit report (included with the case packet). Signage will be painted mural
style on the 7th Street façade with no attached or understory signage. The owners are no
longer proposing the installation of suspended signage. The owners propose simple
painted lettering on the primary elevation above the storefront display. Because the brick
on this elevation is already painted, the painted signage will not damage the historic
masonry.
Ms. Gagne also advised the Commission that THC stated they required additional interior
photos for documentation before any work shall begin. Vice-Chairperson, Nadine McKown
asked if the applicant had anything to add to the presentation. The applicant was present
but had no comments for the Commission. The Vice-Chairperson asked the Commission
members if they had any questions for the applicant, design professionals or staff. Mr. John
Dickinson asked if the existing transom window would be restored and used. Ms. Marcela
Medellin, SLA Architects, advised that yes it would be. Mr. Dickinson stated he had no
issues with painting a sign on the brick but asked the Commission if they felt they were
being consistent and in line with other properties in the downtown area that have signs
attached to buildings. The owner, Ms. Kathryn Hager stated the recommendation was
made from Post Oak Preservation to paint on the already painted brick rather than have a
sign attached to the structure that would cause damage through puncturing the surface.
Ms. Janel Ponder-Smith asked what font and color would be used on the sign as two
different examples were shown. Ms. Hager stated the store logo would be in the script font
in white. Ms. Ponder-Smith stated she believed there were other painted signs downtown
to which Ms. Christy Graham advised, yes, the old Coca-Cola painted on the brick was
originally done in 1917 and later refurbished. Ms. Medellin asked if there were special
lettering requirements, to which Ms. Gagne advised no there were not, other than what was
outlined in the design guidelines or specified by THC. Mr. Andy Lee reminded the
Commission this was a recommendation from Post Oak Preservation and the final approval
would have to come from THC.
Vice-Chairperson McKown asked if there was a motion. Ms. Ponder-Smith made a motion
to approve the design review renewal application with modifications as submitted. Mr.
Dickinson seconded the motion, the motion passed unanimously, with exception of one
member (Ms. Medellin) who formally recused due to conflict of interest.
IV. Other Business:
a) Monthly Reports
Depot Square:
Ms. Derr was absent, no update.
West Floral Heights:
Ms. Ponder-Smith states no updates
b) Updates
• 1512 Tilden - demolition process near completion as ordered by city council due
to an imminent life, health and safety threat.
• Texas House Bill 3971 — potential impact for how appraisals of historically
designated residential properties are calculated as of 01-01-2022; WCAD
indicated they already factor in neighborhood based on market values.
• 2022 Landmark Commission Roster
• THC Statewide Preservation Plan
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• CLG Annual Report— due Feb. 25, 2022
• WFH Design Review Volunteer Committee — coordinating with members for
reappointment and city clerk for a posting seeking applicants.
c) THC Real Places 2022 Conference
• Venue Change February 2nd — 4th
d) Design Review — Staff Authorized — Minor Alteration/Repairs
• 606 7th Street (Depot District) — roofing permit, Landmark Approval Aug/21
• 1109 10th Street (Landmark #6) — electrical permit — elevator addition
• 620 Ohio (Depot District) — interior tenant finish-out; partition wall
V. Adjourn
Meeting adjourned at 12:46 p.m.
Next regularly scheduled meeting February 22, 2022 - 12p.m.
Michele Derr, Chairperson Date