Architectural Review Committee

WHITEFISH ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES February 7, 2023 The meeting was called to order by Diane Kane at 8:15 AM PRESENT: Christine Blehyl, Grant Hughes, Diane Kane, Leslie Lowe, Ryan Kiefer, Paul McElroy, Tracy Rossi ABSENT: STAFF: Wendy Compton-Ring MINUTES: The minutes from January 3, 2023 were unanimously approved. OLD BUSINESS Canterra at the Quarry, material change, 900 Wisconsin Avenue (ARC 22-08) The applicant described a material change from the stone veneer to board-form concrete. Discussion about the materials and how it is applied Motion: Paul – move to approve Ryan – 2nd Discussion: none Vote: motion passes unanimously NEW BUSINESS Joly Triplex, 714 W 2nd Street, Steve Joly (ARC 23-04) Described the project, landscaping, its location, the materials and material colors. Leslie – concerned the path lighting is pretty low Christine – something a bit taller (30-inches) to avoid the snow; thoughtful design, tremendous effort; OK with the two front doors, is often found in town with the older homes; the landscaping design is being handled well and the color palette looks nice; excellent submittal Leslie – the landscaping plan is nice with a good plan palette Tracy – asked about the parking for the third unit it is surface parking off the alley Motion: Paul – move to approve as submitted 1 Ryan – 2nd Discussion: none Vote: motion passes unanimously North Valley Music School, unaddressed River Lakes Parkway, LSW Architects (ARC 23- 05) Handed out the building materials for the Committee to review. The cedar will have a clear finish. Described the project, the neighborhood context, materials and landscaping. Leslie – an enormous opportunity to be creative with the site; asked for clarification of the outdoor spaces; opportunities for little nooks for informal private spaces Tracy – beautiful project, likes all the concepts Diane – agrees, nice project, super addition to the entire area Christine – Nice job with the architecture on a budget Paul – curtain wall questions clear with shades inside Ryan – would like to see more detail with the entrance but not as concerned after the discussion Motion: Tracy – move to approve as submitted Ryan – 2nd Discussion: none Vote: motion passes unanimously Coyle Building, 39 O’Brien Avenue, MT Creative (ARC 23-06) The applicant described the project, location, neighborhood context, vehicle and pedestrian circulation, materials, landscaping and material colors. Ryan – what is the predominate cladding in the neighborhood? The applicant described the various materials in the neighborhood. Discussion on the reveal width of the horizontal cladding. Leslie – the visuals are helpful to see how the building fits into the neighborhood Paul – no shadow line? Correct Christine – fascia metal? Wood Corner boards? Some sort of corner element but as minimal as we can go Paul – awnings? 2 x 10 with metal roofing Motion: Christine – move to approve as submitted Leslie – 2nd 2 Discussion: none Vote: motion passes unanimously OTHER ITEMS Pre-Ap, Whitefish Credit Union, 315 Baker Avenue, Cushing Terrell The applicant described the project (executive offices for WF Credit Union), location, landscaping and materials. The Committee liked the project and looked forward to reviewing the final project. Pre-Ap, WF Yards Lot 1, 95 Karrow Avenue, MT Creative The applicant described the project its location, the overall project/concept, and the materials. Leslie – thoughts on the parking, it would be great to add more landscaping Tracy – # of residential? About 100 Paul – only so many ways to dress up these big boxes; they look like a MT Creative building Diane – see these two first buildings to help develop the concept so there is a cohesive design element throughout the entire project as these two buildings are evolving these two buildings will be very important Leslie – especially since MT Creative won’t be necessarily doing the entire project Pre-Ap, The Springs at Whitefish Expansion, 1501 River Lakes Parkway The applicant described the project – executive offices for WF Credit Union, location, materials. Ryan – concerned with the building height and the vast parking lot area Leslie – separation of the bike path and the accessibility for the residents; being able to go outside safely with a network of paths is important with lots of places to sit – smaller private areas versus only large areas. Paul – agrees with Ryan on the building height and parking area; the loading and trash area in the front is a concern, will look bad over time Christine – asked about the review process will have to go through the public hearing process; it would be good to go through another pre-ap Leslie – vegetable garden area should also include flowers Meeting adjourned at 10:47 AM 3