Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 07 21

Home Browse Search

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Nlinutes June 16, 2014 Page 7 of 11 Stewart stated he agrees with the landmarking aspect of the request and believes the front can be restored or recreated as shown in the plans. He stated it is still unclear as to what the original siding was, horizontal siding or pressed metal like the Rex Theater. He stated the rest of the design appears successful in terms of massing and design and blends with the downtown character. La Grave stated supporting the alteration certificate does not speak to supporting grants for new construction. Robinson answered in the affirmative. Fahey stated she agreed with the landmarking of the front structure and agrees with Stewart on the design of the rear structures. Haley agrees with the landmarking and the alteration certificate. Echohawk states she agrees with the landmarking and appreciates the proposed restoration. Johnson stated he is confused of the process as well. He stated they would not like to approve a landmark without allowing the back design and would rather this be one decision. Stewart stated the landmark application is a recommendation to City Council, but the alteration certificate is only a decision by HPC. He added the Planned Unit Development (PUD) process will be decided upon by City Council. Stewart made a motion to approve the landmark application and alteration certificate, as presented by staff, due to its association with the City of Louisville. He requests the verbal presentation should be included in the record since it outlined the intent of the request. Fahey seconded the motion. Motion was approved 6 to 0. Robinson reminded the HPC a demolition request will be following this application as the PUD is submitted. Discussion /Comments on Planning Department Referrals — Grain Elevator PUD Robinson presented the information presented in the staff report. The request is for a preliminary PUD for the Grain Elevator, which is a landmark structure. He added it is scheduled for Planning Commission on July 10th and City Council in August. Erik Hartronft, applicant, gave a general overview of the project including a materials board. He presented the following details: • Removal of the Napa building • Rear addition to the existing grain elevator • 3 story structure on the Napa Building property