Historic Preservation Commission

Edwardsville HPC August 2015 Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER ~ Meeting called to order by Casey Weeks at 7:00 p.m. II. ROLL CALL ~ Present: Kurt Ackerman, Joe Hutton, Cheryl Jett, Cara Lane, Bob Nickrent, Cindy Reindhardt, and Casey Weeks Absent: Kathy Biarkus, Debbie Caulk, Rusty Hughes, Steve Mudge Also Present: Walter Williams III. DESIGN REVIEW A. COA #1 Location: 223/225 N. Main Street – Downtown Main Street Historic District Applicant: Erin Reilly Project: Rear building improvements 1) Demolish and install a new wood deck consisting of a combination of cedar and composite decking. 2) As it is technically infeasible to repair the existing masonry wall, a new masonry wall will be built in front of the existing exterior wall. The new brick will be the same color, texture and joint size as what is currently on the building. 3) New gutters and downspouts will be installed. These materials are planned to match the existing color and size. 4) New doors will be installed where current openings are located. The new doors are planned to be prehung fiberglass doors, to match existing. 5) A new light fixture will be installed on the exterior of the building to replace the existing fixture that will be demolished. This fixture will not be decorative, but instead simple and inconspicuous. Discussion: Commercial guidelines were used for this project Because the applicant is building a new brick wall, it was suggested that there be an impression of the window via the bricking, so should the window ever be put back in, then the impression would be there. Mr. Williams pointed out that the structure is in serious disrepair. Cara motioned to break down the COA by each point and Bob 2nd; Motion passed 1. Style of wood deck should be reviewed by a committee of 3 as proposed by Bob, 2nd by Cara; Motion Passed. 2. Approved contingent upon an “eyebrow header” following the old window and door, brick infilled in the evacuated space, recessed one inch in from the rest of the brick face and the transim above the door will be filled in with an alternate material. Motion by Joe, 2nd Cheryl; motion passed. 3. Motion by Bob to approve, 2nd by Kurt; motion passed. 4. Suggestion that the doors should be either a 4 or 6 panel doors. Joe motioned to approve, Kurt 2nd; motion passed. 5. Motion to have the chosen light fixture brought before a committee of 3 for approval, Cara 2nd; motion passed. b. COA #2 Location: 1101 Lake Ave – Leclaire Historic District Applicants: Al and Kim Pauli Project: Replacing existing concrete sidewalk with blue stone slate. We would also like to replace two steps on street side of city’s sidewalk. The current brick steps, shown in figure 2 below would be replaced by two solid stone steps. These steps would be dry set in place and not permanently anchored to the ground. Discussion: Bob clarified that the rick that’s there now is not historic, but newer, Mr. Pauli said that the brick is about 30 years old and the other is about 10 years. Kurt made a motion to approve, Bob 2nd; motion approved. c. COA #3 Location: 120 S. Main Street – Downtown Main Street Historic District Applicant: Jamie Henderson - architect Project: Taqueria Z – Existing 1 story 1200 sq ft auxiliary building, wood frame construction with a combination part wood and metal siding. Proposed 900 sq ft renovation with new patio. Building to receive new wood rainscreen, galv. Panels – prefinished metal panels, and new parapet. Discussion: Kurt’s concern was the doors and the windows because there are contradicting images of the proposed openings. Kurt likes the idea of the metal casement windows because it is consistent with the 1950s theme of the structure. Approval contingent upon the architectural windows and doors as shown in the rendering. Kurt motioned, Cheryl 2nd; motion passed. d. COA #4 Location: 409 Buchanan Street – Stephenson House Applicant: Miller & Maack General Con./ Joe Hutton Project: Replace public restroom doors with Masonite Co. fiberglass (plank style) doors. Replace restroom locks with modern function lever locks. Replace two pairs of shutters on the smoke house. Discussion: Although the chosen lock system is not “historically accurate,” this is a public place with restrooms that are open to the public, so obvious hardware for this system seems appropriate. Joe also discussed the shutters and their exposure to the South. Kurt motioned to approve, Cara 2nd, Joe abstained; motion passed. e. COA #5 Location: 230 N. Kansas Street Applicant: Brian Pezza – owner Project: Replace existing downspouts that match existing and bring them underground to move water away from foundation. Loose stone driveway to be constructed. Discussion: Mr.Pezza spoke about the fact that the downspouts are not original to the house and have sediment that is over one-story high. Motion by Kurt to approve, Bob 2nd; motion passed. Mr. Pezza would like to have a committee of 3 to meet in order to address the driveway issue (it was not submitted prior to the deadline). IV. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS HPC A. Mr. Thomas May would like to demolish his 1950s garage and the damage and special issues of it currently. He had many photos and discussed that the only side that would be affected by the new structure would be the one to the east that is on his property (his backyard). He is aware of the gable requirements and would have a “reverse gable.” It would be a 3x9, but Kurt recommended that the aluminum is anachronistic, so going for something that is more time-period appropriate to the house and Joe agreed; it is also recommended to keep the window. Also, more indicative of the area would be two single doors that have windows verses one double door. B. Lee Kaskutas addressed HPC about her concern with new structures taking over historic places thus negatively affecting the city and its value and charm. HPC addressed the jurisdiction that we have and how the zoning issues work. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF HPC MEETING ON July 8, 2015 ~ Motion by Kurt to approve, 2nd by Joe; Motion passed VI. REVIEW AND VOTE ON COA FORM REVISIONS A. HPC discussed streamlining this form and the FAQ. In an effort to negate any ambiguity, the distinction between “Major,” “Minor,” and “Routine Maintenance,” the lists are going to be combined and/or “86ed.” Other minor issues such as grammar and word choices were also addressed. Walter will revise these documents and get another draft to us by the September meeting. VII. FINANCIAL REPORT VIII. CORRESPONDENCE IX. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Route 66 i. Cheryl commented that things are going well for the conference. She says that, “It is really taking shape.” A couple from Belgium will be advising the committee on how to attract European travelers to this type of event. She suggested the people check out the list of events/attractions on the website. There are many diverse activities offered. Facebook page: Miles of Possiblity. Cheryl urged, “Don’t miss it!” B. Archi Room update ~ No update C. Attaboy letters ~ No update D. Historic walking tours from the farmer's market – next one is August 15 ~ Main St. starting at the old Post Office on Hillsboro. E. Historic Districts and Landmarks updates i. Stephenson House ~ No update ii. Brick Streets ~ No update iii. Downtown ~ Cindy talked about a new pamphlet that is being published on the Historic Lincoln School; 10,000 copies are being printed for not only the grand opening, but also for events such as the Farmer’s Market. iv. Leclaire ~ Cindy commented that there are some changes that are going on with the park; it is a public park, but it’s in a historic district, so the concern is that it should go through HPC. v. St. Louis Street ~ No update X. OLD BUSINESS A. Meeting with Mayor Patton i. Checklist for COA applicants ii. Informational brochures on windows, siding, etc. (public education) iii. State Historic Tax Freeze – education iv. Newspaper articles v. Add restoration resources for our area to IL Landmarks list vi. Add a commission member to subcommittee XI. NEW BUSINESS A. Presenting local landmark plaque to the Cook family at #8 Halleck at the Aug. 18 Council Meeting. B. Kurt commented that Mr. Dorsey at the corner of Troy and Hale worked on a project without a COA. Walter said that the next step would be Mr. Dorsey would get a letter from the city’s attorney. XII. ADJOURNEMENT: Motion to adjourn at 8:57 by Kurt, 2nd by Cheryl; Motion passed NEXT MEETING IS Sept. 9, 2015