HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

200 E. Wells Street City of Milwaukee Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 Meeting Minutes HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION PATRICIA KEATING KAHN, CHAIR Anna-Marie Opgenorth, Vice Chair Ald. Robert Bauman, Marion Clenenen-Acosta, Matt Jarosz, Ann Pieper Eisenbrown, and Blair Williams Staff Assistant, Linda Elmer, 286-2231, Fax: 286-3456, lelmer@milwaukee.gov HPC Planner: Carlen Hatala, 286-5722, chatal@milwaukee.gov HPC Planner: Dean Doerrfeld, 286-5712, ddoerr@milwaukee.gov Tuesday, January 12, 2016 3:00 PM City Hall, Room 301-B Meeting convened: 3:02 P.M. Present: 5 - Pieper Eisenbrown, Jarosz, Williams, Opgenorth, Keating Kahn Excused: 2 - Bauman, Clendenen-Acosta 1. Review and approval of the minutes from the last meeting. Mr. Jarosz moved, seconded by Ms. Opgenorth, for approval of the minutes. There were no objections. 2. Election of a Vice-Chair. Ms. Opgenorth was nominated by the chair, seconded by Mr. Jarosz. She accepted the nomination and there were no other nominations. 3. 151307 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for additional landscaping in the front, side and rear yards at 2604 N. Lake Drive in the North Point North Historic District for Diane Dziengel, and Michael and Cindy Hosale. Sponsors: THE CHAIR Applicants asked that this be held so they can work with staff. A motion was made by Matt Jarosz, seconded by Anna-Marie Opgenorth, that this Resolution be HELD IN COMMITTEE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta City of Milwaukee Page 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION Meeting Minutes January 12, 2016 COMMISSION 4. 151351 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the reconstruction of the rooftop at 1023 North Old World Third Street in the Old World Third Street Historic District for Susanne Mayer. Sponsors: THE CHAIR Ms. Hatala said that a former rooftop design was before the Commission previously - the windows and metal cladding will remain the same, but there will be dormers instead of skylights. There will also be a change in the slope of a roof from a gable to a shed-style roof due to a concern that the gutters might not be able to handle the rain volume and the adjacent building might be damaged as a result. The decking will also be closer to the front parapet than was previously approved. When compared to what was previously approved by the Commission it seemed comparable in terms of roof height and how much is viewable by the public. Staff recommends approval. Dan Beyer - architect - he sees this as two minor changes. A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Ann Pieper Eisenbrown, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta 5. 151348 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the reconstruction of the chimney at 3360 N. Sherman Blvd. in the Sherman Blvd. Historic District for the Milwaukee Public Schools. Sponsors: THE CHAIR Ms. Hatala said that historically chimneys were very tall in order to disperse the gases and debris into the air. Because of a new boiler installed in 1985, the chimney is deteriorating and has cracks in the concrete cap and splits/cracks in the mortar joints. The top portion for the chimney will be re-built and built to match what is currently there - the height will be decreased by about 40 feet and stand about a foot above the parapet wall. Metal exhaust vents will be installed on the roof to vent gases and will not be highly visible as they'll be set back from the parapet. Staff recommends approval. Eileen Hinke - Greve - said that she wants the ability to use a softer mortar if that makes sense. She thinks the current hard mortar is more susceptible to the freeze-thaw cycle and would like to explore if a softer mortar would be better. In the future nothing will be vented through the chimney, which will be capped. The chimney was originally built in 1927. She would match the look and texture of the mortar currently in the chimney. John Lin - Manager of Design and Construction for Milwaukee Public Schools. The vast majority of damage has occurred higher than 40 feet, which is the section that would be removed. Approve with the amendment to match color and texture of the mortar and applicant can use a softer mortar if needed. A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 2 HISTORIC PRESERVATION Meeting Minutes January 12, 2016 COMMISSION Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta 6. 151356 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for storefront modifications at 1044 North Old World Third Street in the Old World Third Street Historic District for Highland Beach Surfers. Sponsors: THE CHAIR Ms. Hatala said that the original building was a 3-bay building, with 2 bays added on later. The Old World Third Street facade was the main facade of the building. Some time after 1960 the canopy was removed, a bay was bricked up and for a number of years the building was used by various bars. A canopy was approved in 2009 for Buckhead Saloon. The current tenant features country music and he was using salvaged barn wood and had already begun work, not knowing he needed to get a COA. Staff recommends disapproval of the use of the barn wood and that also seems to be going against what the other property owners on that street are doing. The applicant is willing to work with staff and understands that the barn wood is not compatible with the building. Staff recommends disapproval. Jacob Dehne - 6923 W. Wisconsin Ave, Wauwatosa - applicant - the existing wood wasn't well-maintained and they were trying to match the existing signs on the street. He would like a place to put a sign on. He is trying to get away from the awning to alert people that it's a new business in operation. Mr. Williams encouraged the applicant to put a sign on the blank brick area and open the three-foot former transom above the doors for a unique marketing opportunity. Seth Dehne - 7926 W. Lorraine Place - co-owner of the business Mr. Williams and the applicants discussed various alternatives. Mr. Jarosz encouraged staff to look for a simple solution with a long-term plan in mind for the building. A motion was made by Matt Jarosz, seconded by Anna-Marie Opgenorth, that this Resolution be PLACED ON FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta 7. Review and approval of the 2015 Annual Report. Mr. Williams moved, seconded by Ms. Opgenorth. There were no objections. 8. Updates and announcements. Ms. Hatala asked that commissioners keep potential nominations for "Cream of the Cream City" awards in mind. Ms. Hatala will provide members with a list of past winners. City of Milwaukee Page 3 HISTORIC PRESERVATION Meeting Minutes January 12, 2016 COMMISSION 9. The following files represent staff approved Certificates of Appropriateness: a. 151318 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the replacement of a boiler and associated mechanicals at 947 North 33rd Street in the Concordia Historic District for Rosalyn Earl. Sponsors: THE CHAIR A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta b. 151319 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the replacement of air conditioning equipment at 2571 North Terrace Avenue in the North Point North Historic District for James Brendelson. Sponsors: THE CHAIR A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta c. 151350 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the replacement, in-kind, of a 1/1 DHS window at 2663 North Wahl Avenue in the North Point North Historic District for Toby Reynolds. Sponsors: THE CHAIR A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta d. 151353 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of a vertical-board, dog-ear fence in the side yard at 3135 North Sherman Boulevard in the Sherman Boulevard Historic District for Kendra Terry. Sponsors: THE CHAIR City of Milwaukee Page 4 HISTORIC PRESERVATION Meeting Minutes January 12, 2016 COMMISSION A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta e. 131682 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations at 4447 N. 26th Street in the Garden Homes Historic District for the City of Milwaukee. Sponsors: THE CHAIR A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta f. 151357 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of new signage at 1044 North Old World Third Street in the Old World Third Historic District for Jake Dehne. Sponsors: THE CHAIR A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta g. 151358 Resolution relating to a Certificate of Appropriateness for the repair/replacement of exterior grills, infill masonry, and HVAC louvers of the Milwaukee City Hall, an individually designated historic property, at 200 East Wells Street for the City of Milwaukee. Sponsors: THE CHAIR A motion was made by Blair Williams, seconded by Matt Jarosz, that this Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye: 5- Pieper Eisenbrown, Opgenorth, Williams, Jarosz, and Keating Kahn No: 0 Excused: 2- Bauman, and Clendenen-Acosta City of Milwaukee Page 5 HISTORIC PRESERVATION Meeting Minutes January 12, 2016 COMMISSION Meeting adjourned: 4:03 P.M. Linda M. Elmer Staff Assistant City of Milwaukee Page 6