Historic Preservation Commission Minutes 2011 09 12

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes July 18, 2011 Page 5 of 7 Tofte commented this was a very detailed application. Koertje asked if the Spear approved of a wood door. Spear answered in the affirmative. Speier stated he too was in favor of a wood door. Lewis agreed. Koertje commented painting is one of the elements highlighted for the $5,000 Incentive. Stewart stated even though the rear door is not visible to the public it should be permitted as a grant cost. Lewis added the replacement door is not of 1950’s style it is okay for the structure. Stewart stated the half glass design is adequate. Koertje moved and Tofte seconded a motion to approve the grant request as presented. Name Vote Mike Koertje Yes Heather Lewis Yes Jessica Fasick Yes Florian Speier Yes Peter Stewart Yes Laurel Tofte Yes Steve Poppitz Excused Motion passed: 6 to 0 Discussion – Joint LRC, BRaD, Planning Commission and City Council study session – July 12, 2011 Stewart opened the discussion. Koertje thanked staff for assistance. Tofte stated she thought the HPC received respect from the City Council. Koertje added it was a very civil meeting. Discussion ensued as to how to be more proactive than reactive. Stewart recommended HPC move forward on amendments to the demo process and commercial incentives. Lewis inquired if HPC should hold a roundtable discussion for developers regarding the commercial incentives. Koertje stated he believed there has been plenty of comment on the incentives. Fasick stated HPC should consider grant caps. Speier agreed and added there should be a matching fund requirement. Tofte added the application form should include information on what work has been done to show the investment already made in the property. Koertje recommended a workshop or special meeting to discuss this topic.