Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 07 21

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Nlinutes June 16, 2014 Page 4 of 11 Watson mentioned about the 18 month deadline and wondered what a continuance would do to the process. Robinson stated the application addresses the deadline. Watson asked if a continuance would affect the project. Brunner said he would be willing to work with the commission. Stewart said it is important to make sure we are following our standards. He supports a continuance so more research can be completed. He would rather see a whole project than pieces at a time. He wondered if design assistance could be provided since the application has been submitted and asked staff if it would be considered a quasi - judicial process. Robinson said it is quasi - judicial process. Stewart recommended the applicant to work with staff. Brunner stated he would be more than willing to go through the recommended process. La Grave agreed with Stewart and Watson on the continuance request. Paula Elrod, member of Historical Commission, stated the property was in her husband's family and they may have older pictures which might help. Stewart made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting. La Grave seconded the motion. The motion was approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING — 927 Main Street Landmark, Grant, Alteration Certificate Watson asked for ex parte communication or conflicts. Stewart stated he was chair of the HPC when the applicant originally came in a year ago but feels clear and objective about the application. Robinson presented the information provided in staff's report. The request is to preserve the existing building, removing the existing addition on the rear of the building and building a new separate structure at the back of the property. Staff believes the preservation of the existing structure and the new structure are in compliance with the character of downtown. Staff recommended approval. Stewart asked if the two applications can be heard in unison. Robinson stated it can be heard in unison because the draft resolution covers both. He added you can take two separate votes if the HPC deems necessary.