Landmark Commission Minutes - 02/15/2001PRESENT:
J
RECEIVED IN
Date �� -'-N� ` b 1
MINUTES By_ PL —Time 16:1SA
LANDMARK COMMISSION
February 15, 2001
Jim Newsom, Vice Chairman ■ Member
Loraine Blackwood ■
Ken Dowdy ■
Andi Holland ■
Doug James ■
Dorothy Rhone ■
Arthur Bea Williams IN Council Liaison
Karen Montgomery- Gagne, Planner III IN
ABSENT:
Lin Purtle, Chairperson ■ Member
Dick Bundy ■
Susan Koch ■
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Newsom at 3:05 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ms. Montgomery-Gagne reported that Ms. Koch submitted the following written
corrections for the minutes of the January 18th meeting:
Section VIII. Mr. Jerry Nabors named was incorrectly spelled, and
Section IX. Ms. Koch reported that last year the school district was approached
by a member of the Planning staff [not Ms. Koch] and they were
opposed to having schools designated [for Landmark designation].
Ms. Blackwood made a motion to accept the minutes as amended. Ms. Rhone
seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous to approve the minutes.
Landmark Commission Page 1
I
Ill. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF PROPOSED RESTORATION AND
RENOVATION PLANS AT 601 OHIO STREET
Mr. Robert Gordon, building owner, stated that the building has been boarded up since
1970 when the last tenant vacated. The existing windows are completely rotted with the
exception of the frames. He is seeking approval to install new nine over one pane,
almond - colored vinyl windows with the frames painted a forest green, which is close to
the original color. The metal ledge at the top and bottom, currently painted with red
rustproof primer, will be restored to the original color, a white -wash gray which would
resemble stone work. Mr. Gordon indicated that he intends to keep the porcelain Atlas
Bradford sign. At the top of the sign, he plans to have the date inscribed when the
building was constructed.
To questioning regarding the style of windows, Mr. Gordon explained that the vinyl is
7/8" insulated vinyl, single hung in order for the top to be washed. The division is
simulated between two panes of glass in order to eliminate the need for painting. Mr.
Gordon estimated having the front of the building completed during the first two months
of summer. The sides and back will probably take one year, which would allow time for
replacing the frames with new ones when necessary.
Mr. James made a motion to approve this request for restoration and renovation of 601
Ohio Street; Ms. Blackwood seconded. The vote was unanimous in favor of approval.
IV. APPLICATION FOR DESIGN REVIEW
WICHITA COUNTY HERITAGE SOCIETY — KEMP -KELL DEPOT BUILDING
503 EIGHTH STREET
Ms. Andi Holland, representative for the Heritage Society, reported the large, oval
wooden sign, approximately four feet wide and three feet high, is proposed to hang
perpendicular over the door and be viewed from Eighth Street when approaching their
building. The wording at the top of the sign will be Kemp -Kell Depot with Depot Square
Visitors Center in the middle of the sign. A smaller attached sign to the bottom of the
larger sign will read 503 [for the street address]. The colors will probably be beige and
dark green. Ms. Holland explained that on the reverse side, since it would not been
seen, she is hoping to have the date the building was constructed.
The doors will have the tenants of the building painted on them. There will be slat
benches with iron rims on either side of the doors and attached to the building. The
Commission asked to have a revised picture to include in their file.
Ms. Holland reported that the estimated completion date would be mid -June.
Ms. Blackwood made a motion to approve this design review application; Ms. Rhone
seconded. The application passed with a unanimous vote in favor.
Landmark Commission Page 2
V. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE REVISED "APPLICATION FOR DESIGN
REVIEW"
Ms. Montgomery-Gagne explained item #7 Required Accompanying Items was changed
to suggest instead of require materials to submit with the application. Ms. Rhone
suggested that item #1 Name and Location of Landmark should have more space
allowed to indicate the Historic Name.
Ms. Rhone made a motion to approve the form with the mentioned changes. Ms.
Holland seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor of approval.
VI. REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF THE REVISED "LANDMARK NOMINATION
FORM" and "HOW TO COMPLETE WICHITA FALLS LANDMARK FORMS"
INSTRUCTIONAL BOOKLET
It was decided to review the instruction book and the form at the same time. Mr. Dowdy
brought attention to the different form's name found in the table of contents and it was
agreed by the Commission to use "Landmark Nomination Form ". Other changes on the
form and in the book were discussed and agreed upon. Ms. Holland noted that all
references to the Design Review Commission should be changed to the Landmark
Commission. It was decided to continue working on the form and book at each
meeting. Mr. James suggested that Ms. Montgomery-Gagne correct the form and book
then let the Commission critique.
VII. OTHER BUSINESS
Loden Springs Building
This building, located behind the Back Door Theater, has one -third of its roof caved in.
It is currently being used to store props for Back Door. It was noted that the walls were
in good condition; however, the building contains a sizeable amount of asbestos. There
was some discussion regarding its renovation.
Abilene Landmark Commission
Ms. Rhone stated that she contacted the Abilene Planning office and found that they
only recognize designated landmarks and to those they offer tax credits for restoration.
They do not have a historic district, nor do they have design review guidelines. There
was discussion regarding Wichita Falls' tax abatement for landmarks. It was decided to
research other cities programs.
Designation of a Historic District
Mr. Dowdy inquired about the process for designation since the new form would not be
used for that purpose. Ms. Montgomery-Gagne mentioned that it had been suggested
to use the standard form but modify it for a district creating a sub -form. Mr. James
commented that it would be easier for the Commission to review a form created by Ms.
Montgomery-Gagne than to design one from the beginning.
Landmark Commission Page 3
VI. ADJOURN
The Landmark Commission was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
Jim Newsom, Vice Chairperson
Date
Landmark Commission Page 4