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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
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Minutes note: Mr. Jakubovich gave a summary on the proposal to construct an elevated steel deck, approximately 33 feet by 35 feet, over the existing parking lot on the west elevation of the existing building. At its February meeting the commission approved plans for a new second story addition. The deck will be made of steel and fitted with composite guardrails and balusters and it will provide additional outdoor seating for the restaurant. The design is straightforward in character with the most prominent detail being the guardrails which will match those that will be installed on the front of the new second story addition. The posts that support the deck are slightly inset from the perimeter of the deck due to engineering necessities. The perimeter of the deck features a simple steel banding.
Mr. Jakubovich, on behalf of staff, recommended approval.
Individual appearing in support and representing the applicant:
James French, JFrench and Associates, Inc.
Mr. Bryant questioned the absence of the deck proposal from the prior application and commission meeting.
Mr. French said that the project had evolved since the last meeting. Through conversations with other building owners and restaurant tours, the owner saw an opportunity for more seating. The deck would provide cover and detail to the surface parking lot. The owner felt uncomfortable to include the deck proposal at the last meeting due to the deck plans being in its infancy stage and not knowing the costs involved.
Mr. Williams said that the deck improves the unattractive surface parking lot. He questioned if the deck would have a temporary tent enclosure and where the water would be ascended.
Mr. French said that the owner has no interest in a temporary tent enclosure. There is some thought of a pergola in the center of the deck. An integrated gutter system on the perimeter of the building will be installed to the storm. The bottom rail of the railing will be elevated on a block to allow water to shed underneath.
Mr. Williams, seconded by Ms. Balon, moved approval for a Certificate of Appropriateness. There were no objections. | Pass | 4:0 |
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