Architectural Review Committee
Regular MeetingWhitefish, MT · July 7, 2020
Minutes
WHITEFISH ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES
July 7, 2020
The meeting was called to order by Kathy Skemp at 8:15AM
PRESENT: Stacy Caldwell, Shane Jacobs, Diane Kane, Paul McElroy, Tracy Rossi,
Kathy Skemp
ABSENT: Leslie Lowe (comments via email)
STAFF: Wendy Compton-Ring
PUBLIC COMMENT: none
MINUTES: The minutes from June 16, 2020 were unanimously approved.
OLD BUSINESS
Colorado View, Frank Zolfo, minor amendment (ARC 19-52, -53, -54, -55) The applicant
presented an update to the Committee to create stagger along the fronts of the buildings
by 1-foot off-set.
Shane – it's an improvement and something suggested before
Diane – definite improvement
Motion:
Diane – move to approve as submitted
Shane – 2nd
Discussion: none
Vote: motion passes unanimously
Wich Haus, 105 Wisconsin Avenue, tabled item (ARC 20-17) The applicant presented an
update to the Arch Review Committee. The applicant noted the project is at the back of
the building and is in keeping with the building design.
Stacy – better understands the projects; no objections
Diane – helps to have more clarity
Shane – there is more context this time; looks like the building was added on before;
elevation doesn't show how the new siding fits together – might want to consider residing
to match so there are not three different sidings along the south elevation; consider using
the lap siding up into the gable instead of the shakes – makes it a simpler project instead
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of adding an additional material; it is a little unnecessary; the cornice should be carried
around the addition
Paul – it would be nice to see all the sidings match the applicant described how that would
occur The south elevation – make sure it doesn't look like a 3rd addition the applicant
will make sure that occurs Match one of the two existing sidings
Kathy – thank you for the additional information; question about a railing if required they
will add Any additional changes need to come back to the Committee
Shane – assume a building permit will be a requirement
Leslie – Still confusing submittal, but there is more detail. Accessible ramp and entry must
meet accessibility standards in building code.
Motion:
Shane – move to approve as submitted
Stacy – 2nd
Discussion: none
Vote: motion passes unanimously
Starbucks, 6405 Highway 93 S, MT Creative, minor amendment (ARC 20-06) The
applicant presented an update to the Arch Review Committee. The original plan showed
a three-sided CMU structure for the garbage with a chain-link gate. Would like to change
to chain-link on all sides.
Leslie – concerned with the use of chain-link. Not sure it's use warrants an exception,
per 3.1.5
Diane – will there be landscaping around it? Yes, it will
Kathy – chain-link with vinyl is at the discretion of the Committee
Paul – prefers the chain-link with the vinyl versus the massive CMU walls; landscaping
would also be helpful
Tracy – with landscaping around the three sides would be better
Motion:
Paul – move to approve as submitted with additional landscaping on the north and south
sides of the enclosure
Tracy – 2nd
Discussion: none
Vote: motion passes unanimously
NEW BUSINESS
Stampede Square, 1005 Baker Avenue, façade change (ARC 20-18) Described the
project – significant façade change and interior remodel – 1/3 of the building will be for
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other tenants. The façade change includes changes to all the windows and doors, eaves,
siding, etc.
Tracy – likes the changes to the materials together
Paul – great improvements
Diane – the color change is nice
Leslie - great changes
Motion:
Tracy – move to approve as submitted
Shane – 2nd
Discussion: none
Vote: motion passes unanimously
638 Denver Street, Carports and Storage Bldgs, Goe (ARC 20-19) The applicant
described the project. The carports will be the same size and materials as the ones next
door. The color will match the existing building. The applicant will do some landscaping
along the road versus the bark done next door.
Paul – the carports should match; no other comments
Motion:
Paul – move to approve as submitted
Diane – 2nd
Discussion: none
Vote: motion passes unanimously
OTHER ITEMS
The Committee reviewed the updated regulations, review the Multi-Family and Mixed Use
Standards incorporation, the photos and drawings.
Meeting adjourned at 9:51 AM
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Agenda
Whitefish Architectural Review Committee
AGENDA
Tuesday, 8:15 AM, July 7, 2020
Council Conference Room
418 E 2nd Street
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Public Comment
3. Approval of Minutes of the June 16, 2020
Old Business:
• Frank Zolfo, Colorado View, amendment (ARC 19-52, -53, -54, -55)
• 105 Wisconsin, Wich House (ARC 20-17)
• Starbucks, 6405 Highway 93 S, trash enclosure (ARC 20-06)
New Business:
1. Stampede Square, 1005 Baker Ave, façade change (ARC 20-18)
2. 638 Denver Street, Goe, carports & storage (ARC 20-19)
Other Business:
• City Council Directed Amendments – on-going item
Adjourn
Next meeting: July 21, 2020
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