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City Council Meeting Minutes May 7, 2013 Page 10 of 16 COUNCIL COMMENTS Council member Loo noted composite shingles, which look like wood, was recommended by the contractor. She asked why the HPC recommended wood shingles. Planner I Robinson stated the HPC felt the wood shingles were more historically significant. He reported the wood shingles are treated and the property owners were willing to take any risks involved to preserve the historic nature. Council member Loo inquired whether the Fire Department was contacted to comment. Planner I Robinson stated not at this time. Ashley Stolzman, 370 S. Taft Court, Louisville, CO reported at the HPC public hearings, the applicant requested a wood shingle and was told those were not allowed, but the HPC decided on a wooden shingle roof when it was discovered they were allowed. The composite shingle was considered, but looked more like a wood shake than shingles. Council member Jasiak voiced her concern over City funds being used for the cost and durability of the wood singles over composite shingles. Principal Planner McCartney stated the garage currently has wood shingles, which held up well and the wood shingles preserve the historic nature. Mayor Muckle appreciated the historic value of restoring the look of the buildings. Council member Loo wondered about the danger of fire with the wood shingles and the impact on neighbors if a fire were to occur. Council member Jasiak asked the applicant to comment about the wood shingles versus the asphalt shingles. APPLICANT PRESENTATION Tommi McHugh, 700 Lincoln Avenue, Louisville, CO explained her understanding that a fire resistant layer is placed on the roof prior to the installation of the wooden shingles. She said the insurance company is willing to insure, cautioning the wood does depreciate, but any hail damage could be replaced shingle by shingle which is easier than composite. Council member Loo did not support HPC funds being spent for a wooden shingle roof. She felt it was a risky process. Ms. McHugh stated they are willing to go with an asphalt roof. Their goal is to do the best they can to preserve the roof and their historic property. Council member Jasiak felt this structure should be preserved. She asked if Council was willing to discuss an alternative roofing material. Mayor Muckle was concerned