REGULAR MEETING  HISTORIC PRESERVATION.COMMISSION  MARCH 10,2021  Chairperson Thompson opened the meeting at 4:30 p.m.  Commissioners in attendance: Kara Thompson, Scott Kendrick, Roger Moyer, Jeff Halferty,  Sheri Sanzone Staff present:  Commissioners not in attendance: n/a Amy Simon, Planning Director Sarah Yoon, Historic Preservation Planner Kate Johnson, Assistant City Attorney Wes Graham, Deputy City Clerk  APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Ms. Simon stated that the February 17th minutes will be pulled Mr. Kendrick moved to approve minutes from February 24th.; Mr. Moyer seconded. All in favor.  from approval.  PUBLIC COMMENT: None COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: None DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICT: None Halferty, and Ms. Thompson.  PROJECT MONITORING: Ms. Simon said she will be reaching out to Mr. Moyer, Mr. Ms. Yoon stated she will be reaching out to Ms. Sanzone and Mr. Halferty. CERTIFICATE OF NOI NEGATIVE EFFECT: None  STAFF COMMENTS: Ms. Johnson stated that the appeal for 1020 E Cooper will be set for April 19th via WebEx and will only be based on the record oft the previous meetings. Ms. Thompson asked ifit would be appropriate ifthe HPC board could call in. Ms.. Johnson yes that would be fine, iti is aj public meeting, not aj public hearing. Ms. Simon stated that they do not anticipate taking public comment.  OLD BUSINESS: 227 E. Bleeker- Final Major Development, Kim Raymond Architecture + Ms. Raymond stated that she will address each condition that was brought up: at the last meeting. Condition #1: Investigating the historic framing for any evidence ofhistoric material and openings. Ms. Raymond said that once they can start demolition her team will be able to investigate ifthe historic door and see ifit was a door or window. She stated that her team will detail out the bay window and restore the closed-in porch to an open front porch. Ms. Raymond said the chimneys will be restored and will work with staff and monitor. Ms. Raymond stated that the parapet that was found shows evidence of being historic and will need further study once able to get into the site. Condition #2 Provide a detailed preservation plan. Ms. Raymond showed visuals ofthe preservation plan, she added that the plan is six pages with detail. Condition #3 lightwell curb height and other similar features to be 6" or less. She stated that the light wells will be just 6" above grade. Condition #4 approval of setbacks. Ms. Raymond stated that they were approved of the setbacks already. Condition #5 was the approval ofthe floor area bonus. Condition #6 proposed stormwater mitigation. She said that the biggest change made to this plan for positive drainage was to lift the historic resource. Ms. Raymond explained the back west corner is sinking into the ground and that the new plan ist to lift the resource 7 %" to provide positive drainage. She added that visual adjustment will look the same as it did historically. Condition #7 front walkway shall be 3.Ms. Raymond stated that the walkway meets the width requirements. Condition #8. A restudy ofthe roof eave detail on the new addition and the fenestration on the north elevation of the new addition to be more compatible with the historic  Interiors.    REGULAR MEETING  HSTORCPRESERVATION COMMISSION  MARCH10,2021  resource. Ms. Raymond said they added more material between the window and skylight and nowi it is more relatable to the resource. She pointed out the addition ofa fascia board also relates to the cabin but is a product ofits own time. Condition #9 Replace the glass floor patio adjacent to thel historic home. Ms. Raymond said they will replace the glass plans with ai material called thermory and will be treated pine to look aged. Condition #10 detailed roof plan showing all proposed vents, flues meters, and downspouts. Ms. Raymond showed ai rendering of all the proposed snow gutters. She said that the new vents willl be behind the ridgeline of the historic resource. Ms. Raymond stated that one of the original chimney flues will be used for the working chimney and the other will be used for a plumbing vent. Condition #11 detailed planting schedule for landscaping. Ms. Raymond stated that the front yard will be sod with a flower bed next to the resource, but there will be al band of mulch separating all landscaping and the historic resource. She added that as one moves back in the property the plants will get bigger to soften and give texture. Ms. Raymond said that the lilac bushes will be used to screen the transformer and parking that is located at the rear of the lot. Condition #12 restoration details for the historic resource. Ms. Raymond referred to the preservation plan. Condition #13 financial assurance. She said that this is no problem and will be inj place. Ms. Raymond gave the history of the plate height of the new addition being lowered and the raising ofthe historic resource. She added that the new addition is well below the height limit. Ms. Raymond said that aj jelly. jar will be used for the exterior porch light and meets the dark sky requirements. She reviewed the Fire Department connection plan and placement on the front of the historic resource. Ms. Raymond reviewed the materials that will be used. She said for the front historic resource they will preserve what they can and match with any replacements. She added that on the east side of the linking element, it will be glass and the other side will be cementitious panels. The new additions will be made up of butt joint wood siding, steel sheet bands, glass railing, and a standing seam metal roof. She added that there will be a horizontal louver screen on the back porch for extra privacy. Ms. Thompson asked about the step up to the linking element and the role ofthe rain garden. Ms. Raymond stated that with the lifting oft thel historic resource the rain garden was no longer Ms. Sanzone asked about the front yard stormwater mitigation plan for drainage. She said typically there would be a sod lid on the drain and not an exposed grate that is shown. Ms. Raymond said that the drains willl have sod lids over them, and nothing will be visible. STAFF COMMENTS: Ms. Yoon stated that at the last HPC meeting the board directed the applicant to address specific concerns. She said the main concerns were the height difference between the resource and addition, stormwater mitigation, planting details, roof detail on the new addition to be more compatible with the resource, roof plan showing vents and fuels meters and mechanical equipment, and finally aj preservation plan for foundation and chimney. Ms. Yoon stated that the height difference has been addressed, the change of grading has created that height difference between the two structures of734". She said that the roof detail plan is compliant with the historic design guidelines. She added that staffi is excited to see the use and preservation of the historic chimneys. Ms. Yoon said that the landscape plan keeps the historic resource as the focal point while the sod is being maintained in the front yard, and all ofthis is in compliance with the design guidelines. She said that the pavers and patio materials will be pushed to the rear ofthe lot since this is an internal lot. Ms. Yoon pointed out that the material for the patio will be wood. Ms. Yoon stated that staff will continue to work with the applicant to refine the details of the preservation plan. She said that the concerns about the new addition's fenestration where the skylight and window seem to be blend into one opening creating the illusion oft the addition  needed.    REGULAR MEETING  HISTORICI PRESERVATION: COMMISSION,  MARCH10, 2021  being taller. Ms. Yoon explained that the applicant created a disconnect between the two windows and has met staffs concerns. She added that the new fascia board on the addition relates  to the resource while being aj product ofits own time. Ms. Yoon stated that there is no internal policy.  Mr. Moyer asked ift the city has any policy about chimneys being capped.  COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: Ms. Thompson stated that all ofher questions and concerns Mr. Halferty commended the applicant on the quick response to HPC's concern. He said he Mr. Kendrick stated that he agrees with all comments and appreciates the extra effort that went Ms. Sanzone said that the information that was given this time was great and made thej job that  have been met.  could fully support the project. into the redesigns. much easier to evaluate. Mr. Moyer said well done.  Ms. Thompson moved to approve Resolution #06-2021; Mr. Moyer seconded. ROLL CALL: Mr. Kendrick, Yes; Mr. Moyer, Yes; Mr. Halferty; Yes, Ms. Thompson; Yes, NEW BUSINESS: 423 N. Second Street-Final Major Development Review. Bill Guth and Ro Mr. Ro reviewed the location and history of the Queen Anne Victorian. He showed aj proposed design oft the rotated Victorian placing the historic front door facing Second Street with a one- story linking element and new addition. Mr. Nievera stated that this is ai multigenerational. home and will be used year-round. He said that the fence that is shown is out ofs safety for the grandchildren from running into the street. Mr. Nievera stated that the landscape plan is to celebrate the historic resource. He explained the plan is to keep the landscaping low while incorporating some oft the historic trees. Mr. Nievera added that there will be privacy elements added around the new structure and family recreation areas while conveying a welcoming feel through strategically placed bushes and notj just a hedgerow. Mr. Nievera showed the plant material that will be used ini the landscape plan and said there will be a mix of material to create anaturalistic feel against the property and interests shown throughout the year. He said that there will be a gravel trench wrapping around the historic building to ensure the foundation is exposed at all times. Mr. Ro stated that for the front porch restoration plan, his team looked at the neighborhood and other historic homes with open front porches. He said that the proposed porch will have al half-light door, an architectural post with semi-arched brackets, and a simple picket guardrail above an open lattice base. Mr. Ro stated that the fenestration on the new addition will resemble the resource with a taller and slender proportion. Mr. Ro stated that his team looked at the masonry architecture in the West End of Aspen and the importance that it plays. He added that the pairing of brick lends al historic patina to resources. Mr. Ro showed the proposed materials that will be used on the new addition and resource. For the addition, oversized artisan hand cast brick, light gray paving, light wood siding, and window frames. For the Victorian StaffComments: Ms. Simon said that the applicants did ai really good job addressing the concerns HPC had with the new addition form, fenestration, and materials. Ms. Simon stated that int the landscaping plan, the plan shows some things easing on to the public right away within the canopy oft the street trees. there are a couple of really large cottonwood trees along the property  Ms. Sanzone; Yes. All in favor. Motion The monitor for this project will be Mr. Halferty. Rockett Design. Mario Nievera landscape architect.  painted wood lap siding, grey metal skirting.    REGULAR MEETING  HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION  MARCH 10, 2021  that are very important. She added that the city has had aj policy against any kind ofillusion of privatizing the right ofway with planting beds that seem to extend the private property line. Ms. Simon said that additional input from the Parks Department will be needed. She stated that staff isp proposing the removal of anything encroaching into the right ofway. Ms. Simon pointed out concern about the two maple trees that flank the resource and obstructing views ofthe resource and ai few willows on the pathway leading up to the building that may get larger than one typically will see in the foreground. Ms. Simon stated that the front walkway that is being shown isv wider than the suggested ini the guidelines of3. She said the east side seating area extends pretty far towards the front oft the structure and should be reduced sO that there's not sO much hardscape and more landscape meeting the base of the building. Ms. Simon stated that there are several outdoor living features that are shown on the plan that are not allowed by zoning in yards anywhere between a building wall and a street. She said you are not allowed to have hot tubs, firepits built-in, or anything like that. She explained that they will work with the applicant for appropriate locations. Ms. Simon said there is a generator indicated and more information about that piece ofe equipment. She stated that staffis recommending aj preservation plan, which is provided to some extent in the drawings. Ms. Simon explained that the applicant indicates various efforts they're going to make to restore the front porch, the front door, etc. She raised concerns about the vent, flues, and roof plan placement and ift they are ini the best location. Ms. Simon said the front porch light fixture needs to be modest and not overly ornate. Ms. Simon Ms. Thompson asked ifit was the trees in the linking element area causing concern or that they COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: Ms. Thompson said that she generally agrees with staff comments. She said shel likes the flow oft the landscape past the property line and that it is a very delicate feature. Ms. Thompson stated that she agrees with staff's comments relating to the proximity of the planting in the eastern patio and giving the resource a bit more breathing room. She said that she was impressed by the fenestration revisions and material revisions. Ms. Sanzone said that she agrees with the comments made by Ms. Thompson. She said that there are. historic examples ofallowing the planting beds beyond the fence line. Ms. Sanzone stated Mr. Kendrick stated that this is a fantastic project and supports it moving forward. He said landscaping can be worked out with staff and monitors. Mr. Kendrick said that he has concerns Mr. Halferty said that he agrees with all the comments made by the board and staff. He said he Mr. Moyer said that he agrees with staffa and comments and supports the project. Mr. Guth said that they will be happy to work with staff and monitor on all concerns. Mr. Moyer moved to approve Resolution #07-2021. Mr. Kendrick seconded. ROLL CALL: Mr. Kendrick, Yes; Mr. Moyer, Yes; Mr. Halferty; Yes, Ms. Thompson; Yes,  stated that staffrecommends approval. were close to the resource.  Ms. Simon said that the staff concern immediately around the resource.  that this project was well done. about roof penetrations. could support the project.  Ms. Sanzone; Yes. Alli in favor. Motion Themonitors will be Ms. Thompson and Ms. Sanzone  Clerk  te