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Landmark Commission Minutes - 06/24/2013§ E .. 7 IV r= ® w;ITY G1- E_HK'S OFFICE MINUTES DATE: - L- LANDMARK COMMISSION BY: _ __ TIME : - 3� ✓ June 24, 2013 MEMBERS PRESENT: Stacie Flood, Chairperson a Mwnbem Christy Graham Andy Lee John Kidwell Steve Wood Michael Koen Karen Montgomery-Gagn6, Planning Administrator ■ Staff Peter Scott, Assistant City Attorney II ■ Monique Coleman, Planner II a Bob Hardy, Contractor, Backdoor Theatre Window Project ■ meats Councilor Michael Smith E cound Ualaw ABSENT: • Jackie Lebow E Memeem Marilyn Carper E Carolyn Looney n I. Cali to Order and Introductions Chairperson Flood called the meeting to order at 12:04 p.m. Ms. Gagn6 introduced Mr. Bob Hardy the Backdoor Theatre contractor hired for the window alterations II. Review and Approval of Minutes from May 23, 2013 Chairperson Flood called for approval of minutes from the May 23, 2013 Landmark Commission meeting. Mr. Kidwell motioned for approval and Mr. Koen seconded. The motion carried. III. Application for Design Review - Backdoor Theatre (501 Indiana) - Window Alterations Ms. Gagn6 informed the Commission the window alterations first came to staffs attention when Mr. Hardy applied for a building permit. Initially staff thought the window alteration could be reviewed administratively by staff, however, after further review and inquiry with the Commission Chair and Vice Chair, it was determined windows are a significant architectural feature and therefore the window alteration request required consideration by the Landmark Commission. Ms. Gagn6 stated the design application requesting window alterations addressed three key items: the south fagade%urtyard area - three arched windows (along the dimmer theatre), the alley windows that have been partially bricked in, and the northern building wall windows (along a Street) that have also been partially bricked in and painted as well as the office windows with the awnings. Ms. Gagn6 requested Mr. Bob Hardy elaborate further on the nature of the window alterations request. Mr. Hardy provided the Commission with pictures of the full arched windows at Backdoor Theatre. Mr. Hardy informed the Commission he built the dinner theatre and installed the windows — donated by PPG — with volunteers. Mr. Hardy stated that at the time PPG was only able to provide square cut window glass so the windows as shown in the pictures were inset into the brick and the glass corners were caulked together. The full height of the dinner theatre ® windows is approximately 130 inches. Mr. Hardy said the caulked joints/glass have since deteriorated and need to be replaced. Mr. Hardy also informed the Commission the existing windows are regular plate glass windows and federal law now requires windows that go all the way to the floor to be safety glass. Mr. Handy stated in the past they had problems with the windows being broken by vandals and the existing windows also have difficulty regulating and retaining heating and cooling. Councilor Smith asked Mr. Handy if they planned to paint the brick Mr. Hardy stated they did not plan to at this time; the focus at this time is installing and dosing off the windows. Mr. Kidwell asked when the alley windows were partially bricked In. Mr. Handy stated the original building was altered in the 195O's when It was used as a warehouse. Mr. Wood asked if the windows will be inline or recessed at the brick arch. Mr. Hardy said yes, the glass will be in the arch and stated that is where they were originally. The windows are currently set back about 10 inches. Mr. Kidwell asked if the brick will be able to hold the glass. Mr. Handy said yes because the base is concrete and a former loading dock. Staff indicated the Theatre would also like to make the lower 42 inches (3.5ft) of the dinner stage window openings solid to reduce the temperature variation and to prevent vandal access. Mr. Handy noted they will use filler board (EIFS) for the bottom portion of the window opening and the low-E, tinted double pane glass above. Mr. Koen and Commission members expressed concern with using EIFS (Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems — e.g. dryvit, etc.) on the building. Mr. Wood indicated the goal was to try and replicate original materials and suggested use of spandrel glass for the bottom 42 inch section of the arched dinner stage windows and is build up a lower interior wall. Ms. Graham stated the building is situated in a National Register District and Department of the Interior guidelines encourage repair and rehab over removal. She added it is aesthetically important to retain the arched window openings on both the dinner stage and the alley (east fagade). Mr. Hardy indicated the building blueprints showed full windows on the building but he was only familiar with the building condition from 1972 forward. Mr. Lee commented as one of the people who prepared and submitted the application for National Register status, the People's Ice House is a pivotal building that contributes to the Depot District. Use of EIFS may result in it being considered for de-certification. Mr. Koen added the main goal with the design review process Is to maintain integrity of the building so it is important to retain the windows and avoid use of EIFS. After the Commission revisited the issue of whether to allow EIFS on historic designated buildings they opted not to set a precedent. EIFS is not considered an acceptable replacement material, particularly in the Depot Square Historic District. Mr. Wood inquired about timing/phasing for the project. Mr. Hardy noted the dinner theatre/stage arched windows are the first priority under phase I followed by the alley arched windows (phase II) and phase III will commence in 2014 to complete work on the 5t' Street windows. The Commission recommended alternatives to the original request and approved the following project work- 1. Dinner Theatre Arched Windows (3): Recommended replacement windows be the same architectural style as the original windows with aluminum mullions and placed in the arched masonry frame rather than recessed. Allow ® replacement of the existing tinted, single pane glass with tinted low-E double pane glass and/or spandrel glass at the base to comply with current safety codes. No EIFS materials permitted to fill in the base of the window area. Mr. Koen made the motion, Mr. Lee seconded; the motion carried. LANDMARK COMMISSION June 24, 2013 page 2 2. Alley Arched Windows (3): Approved repair of existing windows/frame, retention of current window size; allow installation of ® plywood Insert, painted black, on the interior of the building. Ms. Graham made the motion, Mr. Koen seconded; the motion carried. 3. 5th Street Windows (5): a) Three windows closest to Indiana Street: Recommended the windows be retained and mullions remain white but if necessary an option to paint the glass panes black was authorized and If interior coverage is also required paint black not white. b) Two office windows (awnings): Recommended window size/location be retained but the existing windows may be replaced with Insulated, aluminum frame windows with white mullions. Ms. Graham made the motion, Mr. Koen seconded; the motion carried unanimously. Staff indicated they will Inform Building Inspection of the Commission's recommendations. IV. Other Business a) West Floral Heights Historic District— aMonthly Report • No report. Ms. Looney and Ms. Carper were absent and not available to give a report. b) Design Review — Staff Authorized — Minor Alteration/Repalm • 2106 Wenonah — storm shelter grant — rear yard, below ground — no Impact Ms. Gagn6 stated Wichita County has been successful in applying for multiple rounds of FEMA storm shelter rebate program grants which allow property owners to receive up to a 50% or $3000 rebate for installation of an approved storm shelter, however, if the home was built prior to 1945 additional approval ® is required for historic properties. Ms. Gagn6 inforrned the Commission that staff was able to approve this request because the shelter will be built in the back yard, in the ground and will not alter or affect the historic character of the house. • 1404 Hayes — replace driveway /approach, sidewalks due to damage from tree roots. • 28111 01h St — new heating/air system — unit in rear yard. • 1510 Garfield — inquiry about painting brick house to cover patched areas; this property is not in a historic district so no action was taken. • 1700 Hayes — inquiry for replacement composition roof. • 1501 Hayes — mechanical (heating & air) system upgrade. Ms. Gagn6 stated they were busy this month with numerous staff reviews for minor alterations and inquiries as stated above. Nevertheless, staff is pleased to see that residents in historic districts are starting to inquire about building and development before construction instead of after construction. c) Articles A Periodicals — TX Main Street Matters publication Ms. Gagn6 stated she found the Texas Main Street article Main Street Matters, which focuses on 'Inappropriate Building Materials on Main Street.' Ms. Gagn6 stated this was a timely article in light of the request for EIFS materials with the window alteration project in the Wichita Falls historic depot district d) Holt Hotel Project - TXPTF Grand (Amended Fagade Easement) & Transfer of Ownership Ms. Gagn6 stated staff received a letter from the Texas Historic Commission (THC) authorizing the transfer of sale for the Holt Hotel. Staff also coordinated with the title company and property management to record the corrected fagade easement agreement paperwork to satisfy the requirements of the financial institutions and THC. Ms. Graham stated she and her husband Rick Graham, Mike and Michelle LANDMARK COMMISSION June 24, 2013 Page 3 Derr and Andy Lee purchased the Haft Hotel Logs. Michelle Derr will oversee the leasing of the property and Ms. Graham will oversee the financial management of ® the property. Ms. Graham stated in an effort to support downtown development they felt it was important for the Holt Hotel to be owned locally. e) Council Updates — 2108 Wenonah — Landmark Nomination scheduled July 16 Ms. Gagn6 stated staff coordinated with the Butler's regarding their availability and the landmark nomination is tentatively scheduled to go before the City Council on July 16. v V. New Business Ms. Flood stated the Landmark Commission will not meet in July. The next meeting Is scheduled for August 27, 2013 —12pm. VI. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 12:56 pm. Lj- Stade Flood, Chairperson 2/2-7113 �3 Date LANDMARK COMMISSION June 24, 2013 Page 4