Olde Towne Preservation District Commission

City of Slidell, Louisiana Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Agenda June 14, 2023 at 5:00pm Council Chambers, 2045 2nd St, Slidell, LA Agenda packet available at myslidell.com/planning/boards/otpdc For questions or to provide public comment before the meeting, email OTPDC@cityofslidell.org or call (985) 646-4320 (M-F 8am to 4:30pm) SCAN ME for the OTPDC website 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Minutes. Review and approve minutes from May 10, 2023 3. Public Hearings a. CA23-12: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alteration at 2254 Carey Street, requested by Gilbert Valencia 4. Other Business a. 5. Informational Items a. 6. General and Public Comments 7. Adjournment The next Olde Towne Preservation District Commission meeting will be July 12, 2023. Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Agenda for June 14, 2023 Page 1 of 1  City of Slidell, Louisiana Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes May 10, 2023 at 5:00 pm Planning Department Conference Room, 250 Bouscaren St. Suite 203, Slidell, LA 70458 1. Call to Order and Roll Call. Meeting called to order by Chairperson Darby at 5:00 p.m. Commissioners Present Commissioners Not Present Staff Present Darren Darby, Chair Dawn Crippin Danny McElmurray, Director Jessica Fawer, Vice Chair Theresa Alexander, Planner Jason Clayton Anatolii Sysoiev, Planner Michelle Cramer Erica Smith, Planning Secretary 2. Minutes. Motion by Commissioner Cramer to approve minutes of April 19, 2023 as written; Vice Chairperson Fawer seconded. A vote of 4 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved the minutes. 3. Public Hearings a. There were none. 4. Other Business a. Members of the Slidell Main Street program spoke to the Commission about a proposed new Community Garden on a portion of the parcel of land located at 2260 Carey Street. The project includes produce growth, flower beds, and a new fence where the boards and posts may be purchased and decorated by individuals and/or businesses. The presenters were reminded they will need to: • have the property owners written permission to use the land, • provide insurance as this will be open to the public, • secure a mural permit for the rear solid fence if it is to be decorated, and • secure a public art or mural permit for the front picket fence as an artwork in two pieces as each individual picket will be decorated. The presenters indicated no personal names, commercial logos, or sponsorship names will be visible from the sidewalk, only from the interior of the community garden space. 5. Informational Items a. Carnell Brame of Desire Line gave a presentation on Code Updates specifically targeted to the Slidell 2040 and Main Street Master Plan recommendations regarding Olde Town/Main Street. 6. General and Public Comments. There were none. 7. Adjournment. Meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m. on motion by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Vice Chairperson Fawer, and a vote of 3 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN. Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes for May 10, 2023 Page 1 of 1  Staff Report Case No. CA23-12 Certificate of Appropriateness Planning Department for Exterior Alterations at 2254-2256 First Street 985.646.4320 | 250 Bouscaren St, Ste 203, Slidell, LA 70458 | planningdept@cityofslidell.org | myslidell.com Location: 2254-2256 First Street (Figure 1) Historic Status: Not an historic or contributing structure Owner: SGV Investments LLC Applicant: Gilbert Valencia Zoning: C-3 Central Business/OTPD Olde Towne Preservation District Request: Certificate of Appropriateness for an Exterior Alteration (see Findings for complete details) OTPDC Meeting: 6/14/2023 Staff Recommendation Figure 1. Location map Conditional Approval Findings 1. This structure is a post-WWII commercial building with a flat roof in a Midcentury Modern style with unpainted brick and silver mixed metal finishes for the roof fascia/overhang and storefront. From its architecture, it appears 2254-2256 First St was developed as an office building with a 54’ front façade and a six-panel storefront with two doors in the storefront as of 2019. Off-street parking is provided as direct access/egress parking in front of the building, with additional parking accessed via a single lane driveway for rear yard parking (Figure 2). 2. We have record of a legacy permit being issued on 28 July 2006 for renovations and repairs. 3. On 27 April 2007 a permit was applied for, approved and issued for HVAC repairs/renovations. 4. On 11 July 2007 we have record of a sign permit application for a fascia mounted sign, but this permit was never issued and the application has expired. 5. On 26 February 2021 an application was submitted for interior paint, HVAC, and interior wall removal. This work was never issued a permit and the application has expired. 6. On 10 March 2021 at the OTPDC meeting two decisions were approved and approval of the remaining scope of work from the applicant’s request was deferred. The two approvals were for repair of the fence using the same materials as preexisting, and proposed paint colors proposed (Seashell or White Swann from Benjamin Moore) for exterior brick walls and metal parapet. (Figure 3) OTPDC Page 1 of 36 CA23-12 Distributed June 13, 2023 Prepared by T Alexander / D McElmurray 7. On 5 May 2021 Certificate of Appropriateness Case CA21-10 Staff Report was revised to reflect the deferred scope of work for review and approval, which included signage, walk-up window and full length window, and new parking area paving. This scope of work was approved per the OTPDC (Figure 3). The sign permit was approved as permit #21-1370; however, the other items (walk up window, full length window, and new parking area paving) were never included in a valid issued permit and no fees were paid for permitting this work. 8. On 15 October 2021 Code Enforcement Case CE-21-432 was opened and the fence permit application as submitted on 7 July 2021 was voided. This permit was not renewed or re-applied for according to our records. 9. On 14 February 2022 an application was submitted for installing the service window, removing a non- load bearing wall, installing a grease trap, cabinets, and countertops. This work was never issued a permit and the application has expired. 10. The applicant proposes to install a new door with a full window on the front façade to the right of the two existing entrances (Figures 3 & 4). 11. The existing and proposed improvements are constructed with single glass pane doors with two pane glass windows and painted frames. 12. The proposed door assembly is proposed to match the existing doors and windows. Figure 2. Front elevation circa 2019 Figure 3. Front elevation June 2023 OTPDC Page 2 of 36 CA23-12 Distributed June 13, 2023 Prepared by T Alexander / D McElmurray 1. Existing improvements: • Installation of walk-up service window with right/left opening (no building permit issued) • Installation of full-height 2 pane window (no building permit issued) • Pre-existing 36-inch entrance door • Pre-existing three 42-inch windows with approx. 1-ft header • Pre-existing 42-inch entrance door Figure 4. Planning Dept estimated location of proposed door 2. Proposed improvements: i. Installation of new entrance door and window panel (dimensions not provided); this placement as shown in Figure 4 above in an estimated location by the Planning Department shows the door will be impacted by the accessibility ramp, which will have to be extended or modified to accommodate the proposed door location. 15. Comparing the existing and proposed improvements with other structures within the immediate neighborhood shows the difference between the proposed improvements and those found appropriate and historic in the district. (Figure 5) OTPDC Page 3 of 36 CA23-12 Distributed June 13, 2023 Prepared by T Alexander / D McElmurray  Figure 5. Nearby storefronts OTPDC Page 4 of 36 CA23-12 Distributed June 13, 2023 Prepared by T Alexander / D McElmurray Consideration 3. Exterior alteration is reviewed against the general design guidelines of Sec. 2-2217 Design guidelines for Olde Towne and Fremaux Corridor as found in Appendix A of the City of Slidell Code of Ordinances. The following factors are considered in the review of appropriateness for this exterior alteration. a. Scale: Scale is the relationship of the building and its elements (including doors and windows) to other structures in the district. It is important when considering scale that a careful study be made of the height, width, and mass of buildings in the immediate neighborhood and district. This study should serve to confirm or deny the appropriateness of the height, width, and mass of the proposed improvements. The proposed construction will modify the front façade of an existing building. The current construction has two existing primary entrances. The addition of a third primary entrance will create confusion, require signage for each door to designate interior tenants, and does not reflect the original rhythm and pattern found in similar buildings from this time period. However, the building façade has already been modified significantly and no longer exhibits the characteristics of a Midcentury Modern office building. b. Materials: Materials identified in the city's design guidelines for Olde Towne District structures are permitted in the Olde Towne Preservation District. Other materials not specifically mentioned in these design guidelines will be considered on a case-by-case basis and approved by the commission. The proposed window materials are appropriate for the Olde Towne District; the design of the windows does not reflect the context implemented within the immediate area. However, the building façade has already been modified significantly and no longer exhibits the characteristics of a Midcentury Modern office building Recommendations 1. The applicant, although they may not have been the owner at the time, must apply for permits for work previously completed without a permit but with a Certificate of Appropriateness. This will bring the property into conformance with applicable laws and code requirements upon successful inspections by the Health Department, the Department of Building Safety, Fire Department, and/or State Fire Marshal as required for the scope of work completed without a permit. Retroactive fees may apply. 2. The applicant must submit a revised interior layout to the Planning Department for addressing purposes, as this property will be given one street address with assigned suite designations for 911 purposes. 3. The applicant must submit a front façade elevation, drawn to scale and with measurements, clearly showing the exact location of the door and how the impact to the accessibility ramp will be mitigated to ensure ADA compliance for the building and proposed door location. Applicant will be required to submit a completed application for a building permit to install the door, subject to additional documentation requirements per the Department of Building Safety, Fire Department, and/or State Fire Marshal. 4. For any site or building signage, the applicant will need to submit a new Certificate of Appropriateness application prior to any sign permit application submittal, and all sign permit(s) must be approved prior to installation. All sign fees will have to be paid prior to sign permit issuance. 5. OTPDC Page 5 of 36 CA23-12 Distributed June 13, 2023 Prepared by T Alexander / D McElmurray Supporting Documentation OTPDC Page 6 of 36 CA23-12 Distributed June 13, 2023 Prepared by T Alexander / D McElmurray  City of Slidell, Louisiana Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes April 14, 2021 at 5:00 pm Council Chambers, 2045 2nd St, Slidell, LA 1. Call to Order and Roll Call. Meeting called to order by Vice Chair Caruso at 5:00 p.m. Commissioners Present Commissioners Not Present Staff Present Sam Caruso, Jr, Vice Chair Michelle Cramer, Chair Melissa Guilbeau, Planning Director Darren Darby Dawn Crippin Jonathan Johnson 2. Minutes. Motion by Mr. Darby to approve minutes of March 10, 2021 as written; Mr. Johnson seconded. A vote of 3 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved the minutes. 3. Public Hearings a. CA21-10: Exterior alterations and signage at 2256 First St, by Effie Chaisson (deferred, in part, from March 10, 2021) Vice Chair Caruso opened the public hearing; there was no one present to speak. Vice Chair Caruso closed the public hearing. Mr. Darby made a motion to defer the request to the next meeting, second by Mr. Johnson. A vote of 3 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN deferred the request to May 12, 2021. 4. Other Business a. Discuss potential informational brochure and other outreach. Vice Chair Caruso asked if the Commission has its own Facebook page; Director Guilbeau stated that she is not aware of one. Mr. Darby stated that he felt the City’s Facebook page is enough to cover the Commission. Mr. Darby asked if there was a page on the City’s website dedicated to Olde Towne; Director Guilbeau stated yes. Vice Chair Caruso asked if the City ever does paid advertisement on Facebook and stated that he would ask Alex Carollo, the City’s public information officer, about it. Mr. Johnson asked what would be advertised and the Commission discussed the need to inform property owners and managers in the District of the existence and requirements of the District. Mr. Darby expressed an interest in having an informational brochure to distribute to realtors and related professionals that could hand it out to their customers. Director Guilbeau stated that there is already an informational brochure. She committed to print copies for each Commissioner to distribute. b. Discuss administrative approval of alterations to or repair of existing improvements. Director Guilbeau stated that this was a discussion that started at the last meeting. She referred to the Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes for April 14, 2021 Page 1 of 2  signage and fence handouts prepared by Chair Cramer and the Planning Department’s internal cheat sheet for determining when a case must go to the Commission. After a brief discussion, the Commissioners agreed to continue the discussion at the next meeting. 5. Informational Items a. NAPC biennial conference July 13-17, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Director Guilbeau asked the Commissioners to let her know if they would want to participate in person and have the City pay any expenses so that she can request it in the budget. Vice Chair Caruso stated that he would like to go in-person. 6. General and Public Comments. Director Guilbeau stated that the State National Register Review Committee voted to forward the Teddy Avenue Residential Historic District to the National Park Service. She stated that two property owners – one in favor and one opposed to the nomination – attended the virtual committee meeting. Director Guilbeau stated that the City’s website has received an overhaul and that there are issues with content accuracy and missing meetings. She asked the Commission to be patient as these issues are ironed out. 7. Adjournment. Meeting adjourned at 5:18 p.m. on motion by Mr. Johnson, second by Mr. Darby, and a vote of 3 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN. Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes for April 14, 2021 Page 2 of 2 Melissa Guilbeau From: Elizabeth Kahr Sent: Thursday, April 8, 2021 9:53 AM To: 'effie@realtyrevolutionnola.com' Subject: Certificate of Appropriateness at 2256 First (CA21-10) Your request for a Certificate of Appropriateness at 2256 First (CA21‐10) will be considered by the Olde Towne Preservation District Commission at a public hearing on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 5pm. The meeting will be in‐ person in the Council Chambers at 2045 2nd St, Slidell. The agenda packet is posted online here: http://myslidell.com/event/otpdc20210414/. Please let us know if you have any questions or if you will be unable to attend the meeting. Beth Kahr City of Slidell Planning Department 985‐646‐4320 ekahr@cityofslidell.org You can find information about the development process in Slidell, including application forms and deadlines, on the City’s website.Due to COVID‐19, masks must be worn by anyone entering the Planning Department. Applications are available on the City’s website (myslidell.com) and can be submitted by email (planningdept@cityofslidell.org). The Planning Department strongly encourages you to call (985‐646‐4320) to see if business can be addressed via phone, email, or video conference, or to schedule an appointment. Thank you! 1  City of Slidell, Louisiana Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes May 12, 2021 at 5:00 pm Council Chambers, 2045 2nd St, Slidell, LA 1. Call to Order and Roll Call. Meeting called to order by Chairperson Cramer at 5:00 p.m. Commissioners Present Commissioners Not Present Staff Present Michelle Cramer Melissa Guilbeau, Planning Director Sam Caruso, Jr Darren Darby Dawn Crippin Jonathan Johnson 2. Minutes. Motion by Mr. Caruso to approve minutes of April 14, 2021 as written; Ms. Crippin seconded. A vote of 5 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved the minutes. 3. Public Hearings a. CA21-10: Exterior alterations and signage at 2256 First St, by Effie Chaisson (deferred, in part, from March 10, 2021 and April 14, 2021) Chairperson Cramer opened the public hearing. Ms. Chaisson presented the plans for the walk- up windows and for the property. There were no public comments. Chairperson Cramer closed the public hearing. Ms. Crippin moved to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for the windows, signs and asphalt as submitted, second by Mr. Darby. A vote of 5 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved the motion. b. CA21-22: Exterior alteration at 1732 Front St, by Tiffany Lord (CANCELED BY STAFF) Director Guilbeau explained that the proposed alteration did not need to come before the commission. However, because it had been publicly noticed, it had to be on the agenda. 4. Other Business a. The Commissioners discussed criteria for administrative approval of Certificates of Appropriateness. Director Guilbeau requested guidance regarding sign color. 5. Informational Items a. Comprehensive Plan. Director Guilbeau outlined the concept and anticipated schedule for the comprehensive plan. She stated that public input is encouraged and that details and newsletter sign-up are available slidell2040.com. Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes for May 12, 2021 Page 1 of 2  Director Guilbeau announced the following grants opportunities: b. State CLG FY21-22 grant applications due June 1, 2021 c. National Trust for Historic Preservation grant applications due June 1 or October 1, 2021 6. General and Public Comments. There were none. 7. Adjournment. Meeting adjourned at 5:56 p.m. on motion by Mr. Darby, second by Ms. Crippin, and a vote of 5 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN. Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes for May 12, 2021 Page 2 of 2  REVISED Staff Report Case No. CA21-10 Certificate of Appropriateness Planning Department for Exterior Alterations and Signage at 2256 First St 985.646.4320 | 250 Bouscaren St, Ste 203, Slidell, LA 70458 | planningdept@cityofslidell.org | myslidell.com Location: 2256 First St (Figure 1) Owner/Applicant: Effie Chaisson Zoning: C‐3 Central Business District Request: Certificate of Appropriateness for Exterior Alterations and Signage (see Findings for complete details) OTPDC Meeting: 3/10/2021 Recommendation Approval Findings 1. 2256 First St is developed with a single‐story commercial building (Figure 2). It is zoned C‐3. 2. The commercial building is not a historic Figure 1. Location map structure. 3. Previous OTPDC decisions and deferred items from March 10 meeting: Decisions: a. Approved: Repair of the fence using the same materials as pre‐ existing b. Approved: Paint colors proposed, either color: Seashell or White Swann (Benjamin Moore) for exterior brick walls and metal Figure 2. Street View parapet. (Figure 3) Deferred for additional information: a. Signage material and design: Proposal for 2 attached signs  Commission requested additional information on the materials and design of the signs b. Lighting for attached signs c. Pole sign OTPDC Page 1 of 3 CA21‐10 Revised May 5, 2021 Prepared by T Alexander  d. Walk‐up Service Window  Commission requested design plans of the proposed walk‐ up window e. Pavement or asphalt for new parking  Commission recommended working with the City Administration on materials and permitting. 4. Applicant has provided the following information for the deferred items:  Signage. Proposed 2 ft by 3 ft signs (Figure 4) will be manufactured in Resin with a wood grain finish.  Lighting for the signs will be gooseneck lights, 2 each sign, as suggested by the commission. Figure 3. Exterior Colors  Pole Sign. The same signs proposed for the building will be installed on the existing pole.  Window installation. Two new windows with white trim will be installed on the front façade (Figure 5): o 72” by 28” vinyl double hung window to complement existing storefront windows o 46” by 36” vinyl double hung window for walk‐up coffee service (Figure 6)  Parking lot improvements will be asphalt from the front of the building to the concrete driveway pad at the street. (Figure 7) 5. Exterior alteration is reviewed against the general design guidelines of Sec. 2‐2217 Design guidelines for Olde Towne and Fremaux Corridor of Appendix A ‐ Zoning of the City of Slidell Code of Ordinances. The following factors are considered in this request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new paint scheme, fence, signage, lighting for the signs, pavement, and windows: a. Materials. The materials proposed for the fence, signs, windows and parking are Figure 4. Proposed Signage outlined in finding #4. The proposed materials are appropriate. b. Color. Facade colors shall be low reflective and subtle, with primary, high intensity, or metallic color prohibited outside of the sign face. The proposed colors meet the guidelines. Figure 5. Front Elevation New Windows OTPDC Page 2 of 3 CA21‐10 Revised May 5, 2021 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 6. New Windows Figure 7. New Paving Area 6. The proposed exterior alterations are consistent with the applicable standards and guidelines of the Olde Towne Preservation District. OTPDC Page 3 of 3 CA21‐10 Revised May 5, 2021 Prepared by T Alexander C-3 7/23/2021  4 ft 4 ft  Approved by D. 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