02.03.21 LB MinutesCITY OF BOULDER
LANDMARKS BOARD MEETING
ACTION MINUTES
Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
Virtual meeting
The following are the action minutes of the February 3, 2021 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 at 303-441-3043. You may also listen to the recording on-line at www.boulderhistoricpreservation.net.
BOARD MEMBERS:
Abby Daniels, Vice Chair - present
John Decker, Chair - present
William Jellick - present
Fran Sheets - present
Ronnie Pelusio - present
Lupita Montoya, Planning Board representative without a vote - present
STAFF MEMBERS:
Lucas Markley, Assistant City Attorney II - present
James Hewat, Senior Historic Preservation Planner - present
Marcy Cameron Gerwing, Historic Preservation Planner II - present
Clare Brandt, Administrative Specialist - present
Jean Gatza, Senior Planner and moderator - present
1.CALL TO ORDER [00:00.00 audio minutes]
The roll having been called, Chair J. Decker declared a quorum at 6:01 p.m. and the following business was
conducted.
2.APPROVAL OF MINUTES [00:04.41 audio minutes]
On a motion by J. Decker, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board (5-0) amended the minutes from the
January 6, 2021 Landmarks Board meeting to the following:
On a motion by W. Jellick, seconded by A. Daniels, the Landmarks Board (5-0) requested that Historic
Preservation staff explore ways to recognize the significance of the Second Baptist Church and potentially use
it as a template to recognize other places in associated with Boulder’s African American history.
On a motion by J. Decker, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board (5-0) approved the minutes as amended
from the January 6, 2021 Landmarks Board meeting.
3.PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FOR NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS [00:08.25 audio minutes]
None
4.DISCUSSION OF LANDMARK ALTERATION AND DEMOLITION APPLICATIONS ISSUED AND
PENDING [00:09.15 audio minutes]
•No pending stays of demolition
•Statistical Report for January
5.PUBLIC HEARINGS [00:10.41 audio minutes]
A.[00:11.11 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of an application to designate the property at 2230
20th Street as an individual landmark, pursuant to Section 9-11-5 of the Boulder Revised Code 1981 and under
the procedures prescribed by chapter 1-3, “Quasi-Judicial Hearing,” B.R.C. 1981 (HIS2020-00222).
Owner/Applicant: Laurel Brozovich and Mark Seferian
Ex Parte Contacts
J. Decker: None
A. Daniels: None
W. Jellick: None
F. Sheets: None
R. Pelusio: None
Staff Presentation
M.Gerwing presented the case to the board, recommending that the board approve the application.
Applicant’s Presentation
1.Laurel Brozovich
2230 20th Street
80302
Thanked all involved in the process.
Public Comment
1.Kathryn Barth
2940 20th Street
80302
Spoke in support of the designation. Noted the character defining
features of the property and prominent location.
Motion
On a motion by W. Jellick, seconded by A. Daniels, the Landmarks Board voted (5-0) to adopt the staff
memorandum dated February 3, 2021, as findings of the board and recommend to the City Council that it
designate the property at 2230 20th St. as a local historic landmark, to be known as the Barnes–Gillard House,
finding that it meets the standards for individual landmark designation in Sections 9-11-1 and 9-11-2, B.R.C.
1981.
B.[00:37.14 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of a Landmark Alteration Certificate application to
add a deck and replace windows at rear, replace chimney and paint brick at 1740 Sunset Blvd., an individual
landmark, pursuant to Section 9-11-18 of the Boulder Revised Code 1981 and under the procedures prescribed
by chapter 1-3, “Quasi-Judicial Hearing,” B.R.C. 1981 (HIS2020-00339). Owner: Patrick Brown / Applicant:
Nick Fiore, Flower Architecture
Ex Parte Contacts
J.Decker:None
A.Daniels:None
W.Jellick:None
F. Sheets:Discussed application with neighbors on Sunset Blvd.
R. Pelusio:None
Staff Presentation
J. Hewat presented the case to the board, recommending that the board conditionally approve the application.
Applicant’s Presentation
1.Nick Fiore,
Flower Architecture
2304 Pine St.
80302
Discussed the application and noted the overall goal of taking advantage of
the views.
Owner’s Presentation
1.Patrick Brown
1740 Sunset Blvd.
80304
Noted that the solid railing would help shelter from the wind, and the size of
the proposed deck would provide shade for the lower level.
Public Comment
1.Roselle George
1750 Sunset Blvd.
80304
Wrote to the Landmarks Board stating that painting the brick and adding a
big industrial deck was not in keeping with the character and intent of the
landmark.
2.Barbara Olsen
80302
Voiced support as a member of the Olsen family. Noted that the addition of
the deck would take advantage of the views.
3.Kathryn Barth
2940 20th Street
80302
Spoke about the elegance and massing of the south elevation.
4.Lynn Segal
538 Dewey Ave.
80304
Praised the application.
Motion
On a motion by R. Pelusio, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board voted (4-1, F. Sheets dissenting), to
adopt the staff memorandum dated February 3, 2021, as findings of the board and conditionally approve a
Landmark Alteration Certificate application to add a deck and replace the chimney at 1740 Sunset Blvd., an
individual landmark, as shown on plans dated January 6, 2021, finding the proposal generally meets the
Standards for Issuance of a Landmark Alteration Certificate in Chapter 9-11-18, B.R.C. 1981 and is generally
consistent with the General Design Guidelines.
F.Sheets dissenting vote was based on her opinion that the proposed changes in the roof, the proposed walls of
glass and window changes are not sympathetic to the original mid-century architecture of this landmarked
house.
Conditions:
1.The applicant shall be responsible for completing the work in compliance with the approved plans dated
January 6, 2021, except as modified by these conditions of approval.
2. Unpainted buff brick is a defining feature of the historic landmark and should not be painted per the
National Park Services Technical Services program recommendations (link). Final approval is contingent
on the brick not being painted.
3.Maintain the south windows and sills at the east and west wings; revise the rear deck enclosure reflecting
characteristics of ranch house design through detailing, recognizing that it could be a glass enclosure.
4.Prior to submitting a building permit application and final issuance of the Landmark Alteration Certificate,
the applicant shall submit final architectural plans and specifications to the Landmarks design review
committee (Ldrc), for its final review and approval to ensure that the final design of the building is
consistent with the General Design Guidelines and the intent of this approval:
a.Provide details for doors, including heights, materials, and finishes; materials and colors for deck
railings; decking wood type and finish; deck support posts size, material and finish; chimney
material type and color; roof materials and color.
b. Provide details of panels shown on either side of glass doors.
C.[03:10.07 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of a demolition for portions of a street-facing wall
of an addition constructed in 1926 and 1953 located at 1820 15th St., pursuant to Section 9-11-23 of the
Boulder Revised Code, 1981 and under the procedures prescribed by chapter 1-3, “Quasi-Judicial Hearing,”
B.R.C. 1981 (HIS2020-00327). Owner: First Presbyterian Church / Applicant: Dean Hofelich, Coburn Partners
Ex Parte Contacts
J.Decker:None
A.Daniels:None
W.Jellick:Site visit
F. Sheets:Site visit
R. Pelusio:Site visit
Staff Presentation
M.Gerwing presented the case to the board, recommending that the board approve the application.
Applicant’s Presentation
1.Douglas Smith
Grace Commons Church
80302
Reviewed the evolution of the church buildings and additions. Noted the
goal of the redesign is a welcoming entry.
2.David Tyson
BGW Services
2909 Washington Blvd.
Ogden, UT 84401
Reviewed the architectural design and flow.
Public Comment
1.Lynn Segal
538 Dewey Ave.
80304
Voiced frustration at the complexity of the project.
Motion
On a motion by R. Pelusio, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board voted (3-2, F. Sheet and A. Daniels
dissenting), to adopt the staff memorandum dated February 3, 2021, as findings of the board and approve the
demolition application for removal of a portion of the building at 1820 15th St. as shown on application
materials dated Dec. 9, 2020, finding that the portion of the building to be demolished does not have
significance under the criteria set forth in section 9-11-23(f), B.R.C. 1981.
A.Daniels’ dissenting vote was based on concerns that the building may have historical significance. F.
Sheet’s objected to the demolition due to the potential historic significance of demolishing an important, highly
visible large downtown Boulder building and the significant loss of embodied energy caused by demolition.
Staff require that prior to demolition the following be submitted to staff for review, approval and recording with
Carnegie Library for Local History:
1. Measured drawings of all exterior elevations of the portion of the building to be demolished.
2. A site plan showing the location of all existing improvements on the subject property.
3. Color medium format archival quality photographs of the interior and exterior of the education wing.
7.MATTERS [04:24.40 audio minutes]
8.DEBRIEF MEETING/CALENDAR CHECK
9.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:44 p.m.
Approved on _______________, 2021
Respectfully submitted,
______________________________________________, Chairperson
March 3,