Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2015 08 17

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes July 20, 2015 Page 8 of 13 Stewart seconded the motion. Motion approved 6 to 0. Stewart made a motion to approve the Alteration Certificate, with a condition to move the north facing wall south by 3 feet, or make the walls of the connector all glass. Koertje seconded the motion. Watson asked the applicant how they felt on the condition placed on the resolution. Koertje asked staff if any condition on the resolution can change. Trice stated City Council could modify the resolution. Johnson stated it would be difficult to push the connection back, and all glass would not make sense for the functionality. He asked if it would be okay to make the top portion of the wall glass. He ensured the commission the corner of the existing structure is not being masked. He believes too much discussion is being placed on the materials and not enough discussion on the scale and form. Stewarts aid the overall design is great. They are requesting a detail that would make this a greater design. He believes the step back of the connector is not lost space because the space could be found in other locations. Fasick stated she liked the idea Johnson had of placing more glass on the top portion of the connector. Johnson stated they would much rather have the resolution as presented, but would be open to the conditions. Murgallis stated it is important for her to have the connection as designed, specifically because they have existing basement stairs they need to contend with. Discussion ensued as to what should be done if the applicant requests the resolution from the packet be voted upon. Trice recommended the motioner should remove their motion so a new motion can be made to vote on the resolution from the packet. Stewart consented his motion and Koertje consented his second. Watson made a motion to approve the proposed resolution. Fahey seconded the motion. Motion approved 6 to 0.