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Item 2 - 9.7.2016 Minutes DRAFT CITY OF BOULDER LANDMARKS BOARD September 7, 2016 1777 Broadway, Council Chambers Room 6:00 p.m. The following are the action minutes of the August 3, 2016 City of Boulder Landmarks Board meeting. A digital recording and a permanent set of these minutes (maintained for a period of seven years) are retained in Central Records (telephone: 303-441-3043). You may also listen to the recording on-line at: www.boulderplandevelop.net. BOARD MEMBERS: Deborah Yin Eric Budd Briana Butler Ronnie Pelusio Fran Sheets *John Zuckerman, *Planning Board representative without a vote STAFF MEMBERS: Debra Kalish, Senior Assistant City Attorney James Hewat, Senior Historic Preservation Planner Marcy Cameron, Historic Preservation Planner Holly Opansky, Landmarks Board Secretary William Barnum, Historic Preservation Intern 1. CALL TO ORDER The roll having been called, Interim Chair D. Yin declared a quorum at 6:00 p.m. and the following business was conducted. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by D. Yin, seconded by B. Butler, the Landmarks Board approved (5-0) the minutes of the August 3, 2016 board meeting. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Alan Delamere, 525 Mapleton Ave., spoke in support of landmarking the Mapleton Hospital site and in particular the smoke stake. Kathryn Barth, 2940 20th St., spoke in support of a public hearing to review the Landmark Alteration Certificate for the Boulder Masonic Lodge / Museum of Boulder. 4. DISCUSSION OF LANDMARK ALTERATION AND DEMOLITION APPLICATIONS ISSUED AND PENDING  Statistical Report 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Public hearing and consideration of an application to designate the building and property at 2935 19th St. as a local historic landmark, per Section 9-11-5 of the Boulder Revised Code, 1981 (HIS2016-00169). Owner / Applicant: Estate of Albert and Eleanor Bartlett Ex-parte contacts R. Pelusio made a site visit and lives in the neighborhood. D. Yin did not make a site visit, but does go down the street frequently. F. Sheets did not make a site visit, but has friends close by. E. Budd, B. Butler, and H. Zuckerman has no ex-parte contacts. Staff Presentation J. Hewat, presented the case to the board, with the staff recommendation that the Landmarks Board approve the request to forward the application to the City Council with a recommendation to designate. Applicant’s Presentation Scott Youngman, 2935 19th St., is married to Lois Bartlett Youngman, Albert and Eleanor’s third of four daughters, spoke in support of landmark designation. Clarified that the parcel had the option to subdivide the lot into three lots, and the trust chose to honor Albert’s contribution to open space by not subdividing the lot. Kathryn Barth, 2940 20th St., spoke in support of a landmark designation of the building and property. The house she lives in on 20th, was previously owned and lived in by the Captain Clinton M. Tyler, the father of the original owner of 2935 19th St., Fred Tyler. Board Discussion B. Butler noted that it is a beautiful building and that it will be protected for years to come. E. Budd relayed that the architecture is informative, as well as the habitant’s influence in the community is a notable piece of history. F. Sheets mentioned that this case meets the code for 9-11-1- and 9-11-2 and highlighted and quoted a part of the memo that states that A. Bartlett was an advocate of sustainability, being an important voice in Boulder for containing growth to maintain our quality of life here. Bartlett explained how seemingly small continuing rates of growth lead to vase gains over time causing massive demand on open space and resources. He argued that societies focus on perpetual growth as a positive goal will inevitably lead to overconsumption and disaster, no matter how small the rate of growth. He therefore advocated complete sustainability by reaching a zero growth rate. D. Yin, shared the importance of remembering Mr. Bartlett’s efforts and contribution to Boulder. Motion On a motion by F. Sheets, and seconded by B. Butler, voted and approved (5-0) that the Landmarks Board recommend that the city council designate the property at 2935 19th St. as a local historic landmark, to be known as the Tyler-Monroe-Bartlett House , finding that it meets the standards for individual landmark designation in Sections 9-11-1 and 9- 11-2, B.R.C. 1981, and adopt the staff memorandum dated September 7, 2016 as the findings of the board. B. Withdrawn: Public hearing and consideration of an application to designate the building and property at 1420 Alpine Ave. as a local historic landmark, per Section 9-11-5 of the Boulder Revised Code, 1981 (HIS2016-00145). Owner / Applicant: Kent and Mary Young C. Public hearing and consideration of a demolition permit for the house located at 2220 Bluff St., a non-landmarked building over 50 years old, pursuant to Section 9-11-23 of the Boulder Revised Code, 1981 (HIS2016-00148). Owner / Applicant: Julie Bragg Ex-parte contacts B. Butler saw this case in the LDRC. D. Yin saw this case in the LDRC and made a site visit. R. Pelusio and F. Sheets a made site visit. H. Zuckerman has no ex-parte contacts. Staff Presentation J. Hewat, presented the case to the board, with the staff recommendation that the Landmarks Board issue a stay of demolition. Applicant’s Presentation Julie Bragg, 857 W. Wood St., Chicago, IL, the applicant, was not in attendance. Mike Craychee, 2228 Bluff St., representative for the applicant, spoke in support of demolition, foremost because the resident for a the last 10+ years has left the house in disrepair (before Ms. Bragg bought it this year). He shared that the foundation is cracked and convex - bowing the floor particularly apparent in the kitchen, the south (the back of the house) hipped addition has a gap from the main house, and the electrical is ungrounded. In rebuttal to Ms. Daniels input (below), Mr. Craychee agreed with Ms. Daniels’ eloquent story, however noted that it is 100 years later, the neighborhood and home have progressed (with Google and Twitter located in the town) and it is not in a historical district. The neighbors he has spoked with are not interested in landmarking this house nor creating a district; sharing that the direct neighbors would like something newer, nicer, and modern in its place. Abby Daniels, 1200 Pearl St., Executive Director of Historic Boulder, spoke in support of preserving this structure, especially because of modest nature of the house and the story it represents is indicative of Boulder’s humble, pioneer beings and cultural heritage. Discussion F. Sheets believes this case meets the 9-11-1 code for potential eligibility for individual landmark and added that it does add to the character of the neighborhood. E. Budd agrees with F. Sheets and also believes that no effort has been made to pursue alternatives, nor have any projected costs to repair been investigated and reported. P. Pelusio and B. Butler agreed with the previous. H. Zuckerman’s thought about vernacular architecture with questionable significance is that it’s not necessary to landmark all of them, as long as there is a physical representation of structures landmarked/preserved. J. Hewat elaborated on options regarding preserving the house and extending an addition to the back, especially because the house is on the front of a large lot, relocating, and/or using tax credits. D. Yin agrees with most of the above, except, disagrees with H. Zuckerman and believes in seeing an entire context instead of just one sample of a style. R. Pelusio noted that the slope of the lot could contribute to making a larger home without overshadowing the potentially preserved house. Motion On a motion by B. Butler, and seconded by D. Yin, voted and approved (5-0) that the Landmarks Board issue a stay of demolition for the building located at 2220 Bluff St., for a period not to exceed 180 days from the day the permit application was accepted by the city manager, adopting the staff memorandum with the findings listed below, in order to explore alternatives to demolition. D. Public hearing and consideration of a demolition permit for the house located at 1723-25 15th St., a non-landmarked building over 50 years old, pursuant to Section 9-11-23 of the Boulder Revised Code, 1981 (HIS2016-00212). Owner / Applicant: Regina Suffian / Tom Jarmon Ex-parte contacts E. Budd and F. Sheets saw the case at the LDRC. R. Pelusio and D. Yin made a site visit. B. Butler had no ex-parte contacts. Staff Presentation J. Hewat, presented the case to the board, with the staff recommendation that the Landmarks Board issue a stay of demolition. Applicant’s Presentation Tom Jarmon, 6028 Olde Stage Rd., applicant, spoke in support of demolition especially, because the application was submitted and approved. To clarify, he said there is no breezeway between the buildings, and they are two buildings joined. Sandra Weeks, 8854 Pine Cone Ln., Niwot, general contractor, spoke in support of demolition. With regard to the block, and the “arts and design district, Ms. Weeks notes that the property is not in character with the neighborhood. She further referenced letters of support from the commercial architecture residents’ Adrian Sparn, Jane at Mosaic Architecture, Harvey Hine and others. Ms. Weeks brought up the low quality condition of the house, lacking charm, noting the new and retrofitted windows, the deck adjustments, metal railing, and the roof. With regard to the rear structure, she pointed out that the upper part is made of asbestos and is not cupboard, the vinyl windows. Ms. Weeks shared the estimated cost to remodel and restore is about $200 sq. ft. (roughly about $800,000, not to mention bringing it up to code). Lastly, since this expired application was previously approved, she would like to see it approved again. Board Discussion R. Pelusio believes the scale, use, and curb cut does not benefit the neighbor; the house itself is charming, but not the rear building. B. Butler believes too much change has happened to the house. F. Sheets believes relocating the house could be investigated, if nothing else. E. Budd notes that there is some historic significance to the house, there is little community support for demolition. H. Zuckerman opportunities for the house without the front brick wall could offer some outdoor seating. D. Yin alluded to a similar context of the preserved house on the Pearl Street next to Peace, Love, and Chocolate where there is a mix of commercial units and a small historic home. Motion On a motion by F. Sheets, and seconded by D. Yin voted and approved (4-1, E. Budd declining because, lack of eligibility of landmark and that it has been demolition application has been approved before) that the Landmarks Board issue a stay of demolition for the building located at 1723-25 15th St., for a period not to exceed 180 days from the day the permit application was accepted by the city manager, adopting the staff memorandum with the findings listed below, in order to explore alternatives to demolition. 6. MATTERS FROM THE LANDMARKS BOARD, PLANNING DEPARTMENT A. Update Memo B. Subcommittee Update 1) Design Guidelines and Code Revisions 2) Outreach and Engagement 3) Potential resources C. LDRC and call up process D. Comprehensive Plan Update comments E. Retreat agenda F. Letter to City Council 7. DEBRIEF MEETING/CALENDAR CHECK 8. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m. Approved on _______________, 2016 Respectfully submitted, ____________________________, Chairperson