Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 01 13

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Nlinutes December 16, 2013 Page 2 of 7 None heard Pre - filing Conference - none Public Hearing — Landmark, 740 Front Street, Old Louisville Inn Robinson presented from a PowerPoint presentation. He gave the historic background of the property and the structure. Stewart asked the applicant to present. Steve Sims, a representative of the owners group, gave a presentation. He gave more historic background, details on their proposal, and the future use of the structure. Their primary intent is to preserve, renovate and add onto the building. He gave the following detail of their proposed improvements: • Restore front windows • Repair siding and bricks • Doors and windows • Floors and ceilings throughout • Structural integrity of the foundation • Install fire sprinklers • Primary focus is to design new, code compliant restrooms in the new addition • Addition will complement the existing historic structure Sims inquired about the in -kind requirements and whether an agreement can be created to guarantee funding if they decide to landmark. John Gstalder, another partner and applicant, stated he believes this project will not only provide an addition for more space but it will accentuate the existing structure and provide additional shoring. He emphasized that time is of the essence to try and open up before the summer crowds come to town. He added he would like to understand the timing and process involved in grant funding requests. He stated they are grateful for the opportunity and for the City having this program. Stewart complimented them on their project and restated the request tonight is for the landmarking of this building, based on the surveys and evaluations provided tonight. He added the HPC can make a determination as to whether the proposal qualifies as a landmark, table this item, then have come back later with a package including a grant application. Robinson agreed with that process. He added the package could then be taken to City Council at a later date. Watson asked what kind of grant money, or in -kind aid, is requested by this applicant.