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Historic Preservation Commission <br />Meeting Minutes <br />November 15, 2010 <br />Page 3 of 10 <br /> <br /> <br /> She is concerned the history of the building is trying to be recreated. <br /> <br /> She cannot agree with the cutting out of the façade. <br />Koertje stated this could be considered a structure of merit, like Leary stated. He had <br />the following comments: <br /> <br /> He cautioned the commission on commenting on items not relevant in the <br />request. The request is for a partial demolition of the roof and front façade. <br /> <br /> This isn’t a true demo so the criterion is different. <br /> <br /> The building might qualify as a landmark, mainly through social significance. <br /> <br /> He does not agree with the cutout of the front façade but understands its <br />importance. He added he hopes this doesn’t start a trend. <br /> <br /> Placing a stay on this request would not serve a purpose. <br /> <br /> Not bothered by removal of roof due to its limited visual impact. <br /> <br /> Not in favor of placing a stay. <br />Lewis stated she agreed with the landmark potential of the building but did not believe a <br />stay was necessary. <br />Koertje stated the applicant could still consider landmarking to fund the placement of the <br />tin. <br />Tofte asked the other commission members if they thought the cutout would ruin any <br />chances for landmarking. <br />Lewis stated her opinion was the current status of the façade is no more landmarkable <br />than if the cutout was done. She stated the other improvements may better the <br />chances of a landmark. <br />Poppitz agreed with Lewis’ statements. <br />Tofte is still concerned about proposed treatments to the false front. She discussed <br />other rooftop patios that have been successful without a cutout in the façade. <br />Koertje requested a motion. <br />Lewis made a motion to release partial demolition of the structure, with the following <br />conditions: <br />1. Partial demo must comply with the design concept provided in the meeting <br />packet. <br /> <br />