Historic Preservation Commission

630 East Hopkins San Marcos, TX 78666 CITY OF SAN MARCOS Meeting Minutes Historic Preservation Commission Thursday, April 23, 2020 5:45 PM Virtual Meeting Due to COVID-19, this was a virtual meeting. For more information on how to observe the virtual meeting, please visit: https://sanmarcostx.gov/2861/Historic-Preservation-Commission-VideosA I. Call To Order With a quorum present the special meeting of the San Marcos Historic Preservation Commission was called to order at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2020. II. Roll Call Present 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Absent 0 III. 30 Minute Citizen Comment Period: No one spoke. Chair Perkins closed the Citizen Comment Period. MINUTES 1. Consider approval, by motion, of the March 5, 2020 regular meeting minutes. A motion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Dake to approve the minutes as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. HPC-20-05 (1104 West Hopkins Street) Hold a public hearing and consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness by Laura Albert to allow the replacement of the wood picket fence along the Hopkins Street right-of-way. Chair Perkins opened the public hearing.  2 Historic Preservation Commission April 23, 2020 Special Alison Brake gave a presentation outlining the request. She concluded the request met the criteria of the Historic District Design Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior Standards and recommended approval of the request as submitted. No one in favor or in opposition spoke. The applicant was available for questions. There were no further questions and Chair Perkins closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Meyer to approve the request as it is consistent with the Historic District Design Guidelines [Sections C.3.2.4(F) and C.3.2.5(E)(6)], and meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation [Standards 9 and 10]. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Meyer, and Commissioner Kennedy Against: 0 Recused: 1 – Commissioner Dake (recused herself to avoid the appearance of impropriety as she owns property within the 400’notification buffer) 3. HPC-20-09 (617 West Hopkins Street) Hold a public hearing and consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness by Patrick LeGrevellec to allow the demolition and replacement of the existing detached, two-car garage located at the rear of the property. Chair Perkins opened the public hearing. Alison Brake gave a presentation outlining the request. She concluded the request met the criteria of the Historic District Design Guidelines, the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation as well as the San Marcos Development Code and recommended approval of the request as submitted. Chair Perkins read Jennifer Rogers in favor public comment into record. The applicant was available for questions. There were no further questions and Chair Perkins closed the public hearing. A motion for the purposes of discussion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Meyer. Discussion followed. An amendment to the main motion that the siding of the new garage shall match the profile of the siding of the main structure or be comparable was made by Chair Perkins, seconded by Commissioner Arlinghaus. The amendment carried by the following vote: For: 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0  3 Historic Preservation Commission April 23, 2020 Special An amendment that the design of the doors of the new garage shall match the existing garage doors or be comparable to the existing doors was made by Chair Perkins, seconded by Commissioner Dake. The amendment carried by the following vote: For: 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 An amendment that the roofing material of the new garage shall match the roofing material of the main structure was made by Chair Perkins, seconded by Commissioner Arlinghaus. The amendment carried by the following vote: For: 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 The main motion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Meyer to approve the request as it met the criteria of the San Marcos Development Code [Sections 4.5.2.1(I)(1)(e) and 4.5.2.1(I)(1)(g)] and is consistent with the Historic District Design Guidelines [Sections C.1.2.4(10), C.1.2.4(11), C.3.2.5(C), C.3.2.6(C)(13), C.3.4.5(A) and C.3.4.5(B)], and meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation [Standard 9]. The main motion, with all three amendments, carried by the following vote: For: 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 4. HPC-20-10 (227 North Mitchell Avenue) Hold a public hearing and consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness by Brian Bailey, on behalf of Eleanor B. Crook, to allow the installation of a rainwater collection system on the property. Chair Perkins opened the public hearing. Alison Brake gave a presentation outlining the request. She concluded the request met the criteria of the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation and Illustrated Guidelines of Sustainability on Site Features and Water Efficiency as well as the San Marcos Development Code and recommended approval of the request as submitted. No one in favor or in opposition spoke. The applicant was available for questions. There were no further questions and Chair Perkins closed the public hearing.  4 Historic Preservation Commission April 23, 2020 Special A motion was made by Commissioner Holder, seconded by Commissioner Arlinghaus to approve the request as submitted as it met the criteria of the San Marcos Development Code [Sections 4.5.2.1(I)(1)(g)], is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation [Standard 10] and the Illustrated Guidelines of Sustainability on Site Features and Water Efficiency. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 Recused: 1 – Commissioner Dake (recused herself to avoid the appearance of impropriety as she owns property within the 400’notification buffer) 5. HPC-20-11 (1122 Belvin Street) Hold a public hearing and consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness by Dane Hebert to allow the replacement of the windows which can be seen from the right-of-way and allow replacement of a portion of the siding on the property. Chair Perkins opened the public hearing. Alison Brake gave a presentation outlining the request. She concluded the request to replace the windows did not meet the many of the criteria of the Historic District Design Guidelines as well as Standards 9 and 10 of the Secretary of the Interior Standards. Staff concluded that the request to replace the windows met some regulations in Section 4.5.2.1(I)(1)the San Marcos Development Code. She continued stating the request to replace the a portion of the siding was not consistent with the Historic District Design Guidelines but did meet the regulations of the Section 4.5.2.1(I)(1) of San Marcos Development Code and Standards Number 9 and Number 10 of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards. Staff concluded the request could have a negative effect on the historic district and resources recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. The windows that are visible to the right-of-way along the front and side façades be restored to their previous condition utilizing a window style more compatible with the original and shall incorporate the following items: a. The windows shall have a single sash; b. The panes of glass shall have no muntins or dividers; c. The windows shall be installed so that the depth of the reveal matches the original window location rather than being installed flush with the façade of the home; and d. Wooden window screens, having only two vertical sections of equal size to be approved by the Historic Preservation Officer, shall installed to help soften the look of the new windows. The applicant gave a brief presentation and was available for questions. Chair Perkins read Christina and Jon Cordova’s in favor public hearing comment into record. There were no further questions and Chair Perkins closed the public hearing.  5 Historic Preservation Commission April 23, 2020 Special A motion was made by Commissioner Perkins, seconded by Commissioner Arlinghaus to approve the request to replace the windows seen from the right-of-way with the staff recommendations. The motion carried by the following vote: For:5 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 Recused: 1 – Commissioner Dake (recused herself to avoid the appearance of impropriety as she owns property within the 400’notification buffer) A motion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Kennedy to approve the request to replace a portion of the siding as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote: For:5 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 Recused: 1 – Commissioner Dake (recused herself to avoid the appearance of impropriety as she owns property within the 400’notification buffer) Discussion between the applicant and the Commission ensued. A motion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Kennedy to reconsider the replacement of the windows seen from the right-of-way. The motion carried by the following vote: For:3 – Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 2 – Commissioner Perkins and Commissioner Holder Recused: 1 – Commissioner Dake (recused herself to avoid the appearance of impropriety as she owns property within the 400’notification buffer) A motion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Kennedy to postpone action on the replacement of the windows seen from the right-of-way to the June 4, 2020 regular meeting to allow the applicant to work with staff to find a solution. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 4 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 1 – Commissioner Holder Recused: 1 – Commissioner Dake (recused herself to avoid the appearance of impropriety as she owns property within the 400’notification buffer) 6. HPC-20-12 (810 West San Antonio Street) Hold a public hearing and consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness by David Taylor to allow the  6 Historic Preservation Commission April 23, 2020 Special replacement of the existing corrugated metal roof with a standing seam metal roof for the property. Vice Chair Dake opened the public hearing. Alison Brake gave a presentation outlining the request. She concluded the request met the criteria of the Historic District Design Guidelines and the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation as well as the San Marcos Development Code and recommended approval of the request as submitted. No one in favor or in opposition spoke. The applicant was available for questions. There were no further questions and Vice Chair Dake closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Commissioner Arlinghaus, seconded by Commissioner Holder to approve the request as submitted as it met the criteria of the San Marcos Development Code [Sections 4.5.2.1(I)(1)(g) and 4.5.2.1(I)(1)(h)] and is consistent with the Historic District Design Guidelines (Sections C.3.3.6(C), C.3.3.6(E), and C.3.4.2(A), San Marcos Design Manual). The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 – Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 Recused: 1 - Commissioner Perkins (recused himself avoid the appearance of impropriety as a person related to him in the first degree owns property within the 400’ notification buffer) 7. 627 McKie Street Demolition Request (Permit #2020-31314). Hold a public hearing and consider the 90-day demolition delay period and discuss alternatives to demolition and methods for potential preservation of historic character of the property. Chair Perkins opened the public hearing. Alison Brake gave a presentation outlining the request and reviewed the criteria with approval No one in favor or in opposition spoke. The applicant was not available for questions. There were no further questions and Chair Perkins closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Commissioner Dake, seconded by Commissioner Arlinghaus that the building is historically significant and issuance of demolition permit #2020-31314 should be delayed for an additional 90 days to allow all potentially interested parties to take whatever steps deemed appropriate to accomplish the preservation of the building. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 6 – Commissioner Perkins, Commissioner Dake, Commissioner Holder, Commissioner Arlinghaus, Commissioner Kennedy, and  7 Historic Preservation Commission April 23, 2020 Special Commissioner Meyer Against: 0 DISCUSSION ITEMS 8. Updates from staff on the following items: a. National Preservation Month workshop or open house b. Downtown Design Guidelines and Architectural Standards c. Local landmark initiative letter of interest Staff updated the Commission on the items and thanked the Commission for their input in the stakeholder meeting held last week with Winter & Company, the consultants for the Downtown Design Guidelines and Architectural Standards update. The Commission requested a virtual workshop in May as training for the Commission. Staff will bring back dates after contact the CLG Program with the THC to determine their availability. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Commissioners Perkins and Holder requested the following items on a future agenda: 1. Update from the Engineering Department regarding the Hopkins Street Improvements Project. 2. Demolition by Neglect – a discussion item. Questions and Answer Session with Press and Public. None. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, CHAIR PERKINS DECLARED THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:04 P.M. ______________________________ Ryan Patrick Perkins, Chair ATTEST: _____________________________ Alison Brake, Historic Preservation Officer and Planner