Historic District Commission

MANISTEE CITY HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION Meeting of Thursday, September 5, 2013 3:00 p.m. - Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 Maple Street, Manistee, Michigan AGENDA I Call to Order II Roll Call III Approval of Agenda At this time the Historic District Commission can take action to approve the September 5, 2013 Agenda. IV Approval of Minutes At this time Historic District Commission can take action to approve the August 1, 2013 meeting Minutes. V New Business John Smith, 435 River Street – Icehouse and Oak Street Entrance The Commission reviewed the district at their August 1, 2013 meeting and expressed concerns about the building at 435 River Street. The Commission previously discussed the condition of the Icehouse and the boarding up of the Oak Street Entrance with the owner. The Commission will be discussing the condition of the building. Appreciation Letters The Commission will discuss sending letters of appreciation for projects that have been completed in the district. VI Old Business VII Public Comments and Communications concerning Items not on the Agenda At this time the Chair will ask if there are any public comments. 1 VIII Correspondence At this time the Chair will ask if any correspondence has been received to be read into the record. IX Reports Main Street/DDA Director Museum Curator Museum Director Planning and Zoning Staff X Members Discussion At this time the Chair will ask members of the Historic District Commission if they have any items they want to discuss. XI Worksession XII Adjournment 2  HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION Council Chambers, City Hall 70 Maple Street Manistee, MI 49660 MEETING MINUTES August 1, 2013 A Meeting of the Manistee City Historic District Commission was held on Thursday, August 1, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 Maple Street, Manistee, Michigan. Meeting was called to order at 3:03 p.m. by Chair Kracht. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Dave Carlson, Teena Kracht, Jeremy Loveless, John Perschbacher, Mary Russell Members Absent: Maria DeRee, T. Eftaxiadis (excused) Others: Joe Mathewson (339 River Street), Rob Sandstedt (Sandstedt Coating), Mark Fedder (Manistee County Historical Museum) and Denise Blakeslee (Planning & Zoning) and others Since the Commission was reviewing the district during the meeting, it was decided that New Business would be moved after Member Discussion. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MOTION by Dave Carlson, seconded by Mary Russell that the Agenda be approved as discussed. With a voice vote this MOTION APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION by Mary Russell, seconded by Jeremy Loveless that the Minutes of the July 11, 2013 Meeting be approved as prepared. With a voice vote this MOTION APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY City of Manistee Historic District Commission Meeting Minutes August 1, 2013 Page 1 OLD BUSINESS None Commissioner Perschbacher entered the meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS CONCERNING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Joe Mathewson, 339 River Street and Rob Sandstedt, Sandstedt Coating. – Mr. Mathewson and Mr. Sandstedt discussed with the commission their proposal to remove the paint from the columns on the building at 339 River Street. Mr. Sandstedt spoke of his credentials, proposal to sandblast the brick to remove the paint. The Commission explained that sandblasting is not an approve method for paint removal in the district. Mr. Sandstedt said that he has used it on other buildings with success. Mr. Mathewson spoke of his meeting with a paint representative to try to find a method to remove the silver coating. The Commission asked that Mr. Mathewson and Mr. Sandstedt prepare a scope of work and supporting documentation along with photos that could be sent to Robb McKay, Historical Architect for the State Historic Preservation Office for his review. The Commission agreed to hold a special meeting if necessary. CORRESPONDENCE None STAFF REPORTS Mark Fedder, Museum Director – issued permit to the Manistee County Historical Society, 425 River Street - Paint outside window sills (6) with matching semi-gloss brown paint; Sand & repaint outside pillars/columns to match existing black; Paint outside brick lower story columns with matching semi- gloss paint; Repair bases under four metal columns will be painted black; Paint front screen doors to match sills and brick columns; Paint front entrance doors to match sills and brick columns; On West portion of Building fill in space between sidewalk and basement windows with concrete issued permit PHDC13-022. Denise Blakeslee, Recording Secretary Staff is requesting to change the date of the October 3, 2013 Historic District Commission Meeting. Staff will be attending the Michigan Association of Planning Conference in Kalamazoo. MOTION by John Perschbacher, seconded by Mary Russell that the Historic District Commission that City of Manistee Historic District Commission Meeting Minutes August 1, 2013 Page 2 the October Meeting be rescheduled to October 10, 2013. With a voice vote this MOTION APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY MEMBERS DISCUSSION None NEW BUSINESS: Review of District Members of the Historic District Commission toured the District. Photographs were taken of the buildings and some outstanding permits were closed. The Commission discussed adding language to the bottom of the permit asking the owner to contact staff when a project is complete so the permit can be closed. The Next meeting of the Historic District Commission will be on Thursday, September 5, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 70 Maple Street. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Dave Carlson, seconded by Mary Russell that the meeting be adjourned. With a voice vote this MOTION APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY MEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:23 P.M. MANISTEE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION __________________________________________ Denise J. Blakeslee, Recording Secretary City of Manistee Historic District Commission Meeting Minutes August 1, 2013 Page 3  Planning & Zoning 231.398.2805 Fax 231.723-1546 MEMORANDUM www.manisteemi.gov To: Historic District Commissioners From: Denise Blakeslee Planning & Zoning Date: August 27, 2013 RE: Manistee Variety Building Commissioners, during our tour of the district on August 1, 2013 the Commission wanted to begin discussion on the condition of the “ice house” on the Manistee Variety Building. Also the tar paper has blown off and is in disrepair over the oak street entrance that was closed off. Timeline – Excerpts from Meeting Minutes/Worksession Notes November 1, 2007 Steve Harold notified the Commission that the Building at 435 River Street had removed and boarded up some of the windows on Oak Street. They were told that approval was required of the Commission and have stopped the demolition process. A letter will be sent inviting the owner to submit an application or discuss the proposed project with the Commission at the December Meeting. 1 December 6, 2007 No Quorum, no action taken January 3, 2008 Mr. Smith was in attendance at the December Historic District Commission in response to a letter that was sent to him regarding alterations to his building. Mr. Smith dropped off a copy of a plan that was reviewed in July of 2006. Mr. Smith was requesting assistance from the HDC as to what he should ask for. Mr. Smith was given copies of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings. Mr. Smith was advised to meet with the Building Inspector to determine if any of his proposed modifications were structural in nature. He will need to submit a formal request to the commission. March 5, 2009 Commissioner DeRee spoke of the skylights at the Rozmarek Building and the tar paper/window covering at Manistee Variety. Discussed the need to work with the owner on a more permanent repair. July 9, 2009 Denise Blakeslee spoke to the Commission about John Smith’s Building at 435 River Street. The Oak Street entrance tht was removed and covered p needs to be addressed. The Commission directed Jon Rose and Steve Harold to contact Mr. Smith and see if he would attend the next meeting of the HDC for design assistance. November 5, 2009 A request has been received from John Smith, 435 River Street for Design Assistance for his building at 435 River Street. Mr. Smith had previously removed the windows, door to the Oak Street entrance of his building and boarded up the entrance. At this time Mr. Smith is asking the Commission for permission to brick up the opening. Mr. Smith also discussed other projects he wants to do to his building such as removal of the ice house on the rear of the building because it is falling down and what type of “shielding” the commission wants to see between the Artist Mall building and the Hallmark building. The Commission thanked Mr. Smith for his request and due to the late hour they will schedule a worksession to discuss options for Mr. Smith. He said to give him a call and he will be happy to attend the worksession to answer any questions. November 13, 2009 Mr. Smith spoke to the Commission about proposed renovations to his building. Including:  Demolition of the Ice House  Rear of Building Improvements (Water Street) - Window replacement, door replacement,  Repair to brick/mortar and the detailed elements on the top of the building (metal caps).  Front facade updates - Front Window Replacment  Interior improvements - refinishing oak floors. 2 Asked for assistance with projects. He is willing to spend some money and would like to review possible grants/assistance for the projects. Travis Alden spoke of some of the funding that is available and will meet with Mr. Smith next week to discuss options and possible design assistance. The Committee asked Mr. Smith to put felt over the Oak Street entrance as a temporary fix to get through the winter while plans/funding is looked into. March 3, 2010 Mr. Rose will send letters to John Smith and Jim Matthews enclosing the new demolition policy/forms. April 1, 2010 Travis Alden - Main Street Training - attended training this past week. Spoke with Kelly Larsen who is working on the design for the Manistee Variety/Artist Mall Buildings. This request is unique because it has three street fronts. Asked if the Commission wanted a preliminary meeting with her since this is the first project in the district. The Commission agreed they would like to discuss the process and project with her. May 6, 2010 Mr. Smith is requesting assistance from the Historic District Commission for the demolition of the West and South Wall of the “Ice House” (438 Water Street). Mr. Smith intends to meet the demolition guidelines and make a parking area after demolition. Commission left for a site inspection - Review of the exterior of the structure by the Commission. It was noted that you could peel portions of the brick that have deteriorated beyond repair. Discussed how the portion of the building is constructed and the need for engineering for the removal of the two sections of wall. The Commission determined that the application for demolition needed the following:  Engineers report on removal.  How will the Southwest Corner be finished where the bricks will be cut and separated from the remaining structure.  What will the building look like upon completion?  What will the wall be stabilized with?  Drawing of newly exposed West wall showing how it will look after demolition.  Drawing of newly exposed South wall and how it will look after demolition. Mr. Smith will be sent a copy of the Commissioners requirements. August 1, 2013 Commission reviewed District, noted concerns about building. :djb 3  Planning & Zoning 231.398.2805 Fax 231.723-1546 MEMORANDUM www.manisteemi.gov To: Historic District Commissioners From: Denise Blakeslee, Planning & Zoning Date: August 27, 2012 RE: Appreciation Letters Commissioners, at the last meeting of the Historic District Commission there was a discussion for sending letters of appreciation to owners who make improvements to their properties in the Historic District. Staff has prepared a list of projects from 2010 to date for consideration by the Commission. Signage and minor projects are not included in the list. Projects Completed Sharry Curtis, 141 – 149 Washington - Paint Colors (2010) Manistee County Library, 95 Maple Street – Retaining Wall (2011) United Way of Manistee County, 449 River Street – Façade Improvements (2011) Manistee Council on Aging, 457 River Street – Paint Colors (2011) James Pawlowski, 395 River Street – Façade Improvements and Paint Colors (2012) Snyder’s Shoes, 397 River Street – Paint Colors (2012) Briny Inn, 50 Filer Street – Window Replacement/Paint colors (2012, 2013) Mike Cnudde, 335 River Street – Façade Improvements/Paint Colors (2012) Ann & Barry Lind, 384 River Street – Paint Colors (2012) Rich Mosher, 358 River Street – Paint Colors (2012) Rich Mosher, 360 River Street – Paint Colors (2012 Edward Reed, 365 River Street – Routine Repair & Maintenance/Paint Colors (2012) Shari Wild, 431 River Street – Reinstallation of Historic Sign “Gardners” (2012) Maria DeRee, 389 River Street – Paint Colors (2013) JSA Maple Street LLC, 81 Maple Street – Routine Repair & Maintenance (Repoint brick & Terra Cotta) 2013 Manistee Historical Society, 425 River Street – Routine Repair & Maintenance/Paint Colors (2013) Outstanding Projects Jim Matthews, 334 – 338 River Street – Numerous Permits (2010, 2011, 2012) Jeff Gordon & Paula Rozmarek, 411 River Street – Numerous Permits (2010, 2011, 2012) Paula Rozmarek & Jeff Gordon, 347 River Street – Numerous Permits (2010, 2011, 2012) Vogue Theatre, 381 River Street – Numerous Permits (2011, 2012, 2013) Briny Inn, 50 Filer Street – Window Replacement/Paint colors (2012, 2013) Joe Mathewson, 339 River Street – Numerous Permits (2013) Blue Cow LLC, 312 River Street – Façade Improvements/Paint Colors (2013) Quarterstone Holdings LLC, 75 Oak Street – Routine Repair & Maintenance/Paint Colors (2013)