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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
| ADOPTED
Minutes note: Ms. Nemec recused herself and passed the gavel to Mr. Jarosz.
Mr. Jakubovich gave an overview on the proposal for new windows at the location. The commission reviewed the proposal at the last meeting. Original plan was for two wood windows, one wood door, metal windows for the rest of the building, and squared off round tops on windows. A new plan would consist of wood windows on the first two floors, aluminum windows for the upper levels, and 39 windows squared off at the top. In 1900, some windows on the top floor were louvered and did not have plates to square off. Also, the remaining windows were open and glazed at the tops. Louver windows may not have been original and be practical for a hotel operation at this building.
Mr. Jakubovich said that staff was not comfortable with the proposal. One issue is the zebra effect of using different materials, which would appear and weather differently. Another problem is inconsistency if like with like materials concerning replacements were not used. Staff does not find issue with metal windows on the secondary levels.
Mr. Jakubovich, on behalf of staff, recommended for wood windows on the street facing elevations and metal windows on the secondary levels.
Mr. Bryant left the commission.
Mr. Williams said that the approval from State Historical Society and Federal Park Service of the proposal as submitted indicates that the windows may not be viewed as being a significant historical feature. He added that the imposition of stricter standards by this commission would be arbitrary or capricious.
Individuals appearing and representing the applicant:
Ben Marshall, Gormon and Company Inc.
Ted Matkom, Brewery House LLC
Michael Meavis, Brewery House LLC
Ms. Balon asked if any materials were already purchased for the project?
Mr. Marshall replied that no materials were purchased yet. He added that the reason for the metal panels were due to the current metal panels that are on the building.
Mr. Matkom said that he would like the committee to vote on the original proposal for all metal windows.
Mr. Meavis, on behalf Mr. Marshall, said that they would accept a compromise for wood windows on the first two levels and metal windows everywhere else.
Ms. Pieper Eisenbrown said that there was a deadlocked vote on the compromise at the last meeting. She said that the new metal windows would have the same profiles as the originals.
Mr. Williams moved approval, seconded by Ms. Pieper Eisenbrown, of a Certificate of Appropriateness for new wood windows on the first two floors, metal windows on the upper floors, and infilling of rounded window tops with metal panels. (Prevailed 2 1 2)
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| 5/8/2012 | 0 |
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
| HELD IN COMMITTEE
Minutes note: Ms. Nemec recused herself. There were no objections.
Mr. Jakubovich gave a summary on the proposal to install new metal windows at 1215 N. 10th St and two wood window replacements on either side of the main entry doors on N. 10th St. The building is at the heart of the brewery and is being renovated to become an extended stay hotel. The commission previously approved exterior renovations but no final decision was made on the type of replacement windows. Currently, the proposal is for metal windows with profiles to match the original windows. Flat aluminum infill panels are proposed to fill in the round tops of the windows.
Mr. Jakubovich, on behalf of staff, said the proposal cannot be approved at the staff level. Staff recommendations are to not fill in the round top windows with metal panels and to use wood windows for both street facing elevations. Wood windows will better retain the original character of the buildings and maintain the guideline of not using materials on the exterior that were unavailable when the building was constructed. The state and federal process will gladly accept wood for wood replacements, which should not cause any delay for the applicant.
Ald. Bauman was in opposition to the infilling of the upper level round windows with flat aluminum panels. He said the original design with arched window openings should remain.
Individuals appearing in support and representing the applicant:
Ben Marshall, Goman & Company
Allyson Nemec, Quorum Architects, Inc.
Mr. Marshall said that he has worked with staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, and the National Park Service. This is a tax credit program. Aluminum window products and profiles have been processed. Aluminum tops will replace current wood tops, glazed tops will replace current glazed tops, and panels will replace current panels. Custom pieces will match the profiles of the old ones exactly. The Secretary of Interior Standards Preservation has approved the window packages. Other buildings on the campus have aluminum windows. The standards for the Brewery District references replacements to duplicate the design and appearance of the old as closely as possible and does not reference wood for wood material. Cost of potentially using wood is not an issue currently, but long term maintenance is a concern with using wood materials. There is a timeline to follow regarding the replacement and infilling of the windows with aluminum.
Ms. Nemec said that the standards of the Brewery District are unclear and do not reference use of wood for wood. She added that the National Park Service has allowed for the use of metal.
Ms. Balon said she did not approve of the aluminum material as it would take away the original material of the arched windows. The issue of metal windows should have been addressed prior to ordering pieces.
Mr. Bryant said all projects within the Pabst campus are wood with the exception of one. He added that the Commission needs to stay consistent and look at the whole campus rather than an individual building.
Ms. Pieper Eisenbrown said that there exists some assurance that the new profiles will be accurate to the originals with the National Park Service’s approval.
Ald. Bauman moved approval, seconded by Ms. Pieper Eisenbrown, of a Certificate of Appropriateness for new wood windows on the first three stories on the street facing elevations and aluminum windows on the upper two stories with no infilling in the round, arched windows. Mr. Bryant and Ms. Balon objected. (Failed 2-2)
Ms. Balon said that the matter should be held to allow other commissioners to participate.
Ald. Bauman moved to hold in committee. (Prevailed 4-0-1)
| Pass | 4:0 |
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