HomeMy WebLinkAbout08.04.21 LB MinutesCITY OF BOULDER
LANDMARKS BOARD MEETING
ACTION MINUTES
Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
Virtual meeting
The following are the action minutes of the August 4, 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
Jorge Boone, Planning Board representative without a vote - present
STAFF MEMBERS:
Lucas Markley, Assistant City Attorney II -present
James Hewat, Senior Historic Preservation Planner -present
Marcy Gerwing, Historic Preservation Planner II -present
Clare Brandt, Administrative Specialist -present
Holly Opansky, Moderator -present
1. CALL TO ORDER [00:00.00 audio minutes]
The roll having been called, Chair J. Decker declared a quorum at 6:03 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 (4-0, A. Daniels absent 6.2.2021)
amended the minutes from the June 2, 2021 Landmarks Board meeting to the following regarding item 5C:
On a motion by R. Pelusio, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board voted (4-0, A. Daniels
absent), to adopt the staff memorandum dated June 2, 2021, as findings of the board and conditionally
approve a Landmark Alteration Certificate application to relocate and rehabilitate the pre-1900 historic
barn as shown on plans dated May 7, 2021, finding that the proposal generally meets the Standards for
Issuance of a Landmark Alteration Certificate in Chapter 9-11-18, B.R.C. 1981.
On a motion by J. Decker, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board (4-0, A. Daniels absent 6.2.2021)
approved the minutes as amended from the June 2, 2021 Landmarks Board meeting.
3.PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FOR NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS [00:06.37 audio minutes]
1.None
4.DISCUSSION OF LANDMARK ALTERATION AND DEMOLITION APPLICATIONS ISSUED AND
PENDING [00:07.27 audio minutes]
•2130 22nd St. - Stay of Demolition expires Sept. 26, 2021
•515 Alpine Ave. - Stay of Demolition expires Oct. 31, 2021
•Statistical Report for June and July
5.PUBLIC HEARINGS [00:39.20 audio minutes] under the procedures prescribed by chapter 1-3, “Quasi-Judicial
Hearing,” B.R.C. 1981
A. [00:40.36 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of a Landmark Alteration Certificate application for
a 11.88 kW roof mounted solar PV system at 845 14th St., a contributing property in the University Place
Historic District, pursuant to Section 9-11-18 of the Boulder Revised Code 1981 (HIS2021-00052). Owner:
Vicki and Joel Marks / Applicant: Chelsea Bours, Photon Brothers
Ex Parte Contacts
J. Decker: None
A. Daniels: None. Reviewed at LDRC
W. Jellick: None
F. Sheets: None. Reviewed at LDRC
R. Pelusio: None
Staff Presentation
J. Hewat presented the case to the board, recommending the Landmarks Board approve the application with
conditions to be resolved at LDRC.
Applicant’s Presentation
1. Amanda Herrera
Photon Brothers
7705 W 108th Ave.,
Broomfield, CO 80021
Detailed the plan for future additional panels on the accessory building that
will be constructed in 2022; reviewed the solar access report showing solar
access at the front (east) side of the building. Explained that the number of
panels would offset the energy usage. Answered questions from the Board.
2. Nick Rodriguez
Photon Brothers
7705 W 108th Ave.,
Broomfield, CO 80021
Answered questions from the Board.
Public Comment
1. Gerry Bunce
1333 Cascade Ave.
80302
Wrote to the Landmarks Board supporting the application and requested that
issues around global warming and energy use be addressed during the
Landmarks Alteration Certificate process.
Motion [01:40.40 audio minutes]
On a motion by R. Pelusio, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board voted (5-0) to adopt the staff
memorandum dated August 4, 2021, as findings of the board and approve, with conditions, a Landmark Alteration
Certificate for location of an 11.88 kW Photo-Voltaic system at 845 14th Street as shown on plans dated December
10th, 2020, finding that the proposal 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 and the University
Place Historic District Design Guidelines.
On a motion by R. Pelusio, seconded by F. Sheets, the Landmarks Board voted (5-0) to amend conditions.
Conditions of Approval, as amended:
1. The applicant shall be responsible for installing a photo-voltaic system in compliance with the approved plans
dated December 10, 2020, except as modified by these conditions of approval.
2. Prior to submitting a building permit application and final issuance of a Landmark Alteration
Certificate, the applicant shall explore alternatives to the placement of panels on the east roof area of
the historic house including, but not limited to locating them on the existing carport, the approved new
accessory building, and/or the c.1940 south shed roof addition to the historic house. If any (or
cumulatively all) alternative locations would have the capability to generate the same amount of solar
power as the eighteen panels proposed for the east facing roof of the historic house, they should be
installed in these locations – details shall be reviewed and approval by the Landmarks Design Review
Committee (LDRC).
3. Photo-Voltaic panels shall not be installed on the east facing roof.
B. [01:46.10 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of a Landmark Alteration Certificate application for a
1,155 sq. ft. addition, 935 sq. ft. two story atrium and glass walkway between two pending landmarks at 1149 12th
St. and 1128 Pennsylvania Ave., pursuant to Section 9-11-18 of the Boulder Revised Code 1981 (HIS2021-00113
and HIS2021-00114). Owner: Phi Alumnae of Delta Gamma, Inc. / Applicant: Danica Powell, Trestle Strategy
Group
Ex Parte Contacts
J. Decker: None
A. Daniels: None
W. Jellick: None
F. Sheets: None. Reviewed at LDRC
R. Pelusio: None. Reviewed at LDRC
Staff Presentation
J. Hewat presented the case to the board, recommending that the board deny the application.
Applicant’s Presentation
1. Danica Powell
Trestle Strategy Group
595 Canyon Blvd.,
Boulder, CO 80302
Introduced the project and requested feedback from the Landmarks Board.
2. Amy Naes
Delta Gamma Chapter
Representative
3250 Riverside Dr.
Columbus, OH 43221
Described the history and the importance of the property to Delta Gamma.
3. Karlin Vaessen
NEO Studio
3560 Walnut St. Unit A
Denver, CO 80205
Described the design intent. Answered questions from the Board.
Public Comment
1. None
Motion [03:40.50 audio minutes]
Applicant withdrew before board considered a motion.
--BREAK--
C. [03:42.24 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of a demolition application for two primary buildings
and an accessory building constructed in 1880 and 1955. located at 1503 20th St., pursuant to Section 9-11-23 of
the Boulder Revised Code, 1981. (HIS2021-00036). Owner: Paritosh Rohilla / Applicant: Matthew Schexnyder,
Arcadea Architecture
Ex Parte Contacts
J. Decker: None. Reviewed at LDRC
A. Daniels: None
W.Jellick:None
F. Sheets:None. Reviewed at LDRC
R. Pelusio:None
Staff Presentation
M.Gerwing presented the case to the board, recommending that the board place a stay of demolition on the
property in order to explore alternatives to demolishing the buildings.
Applicant’s Presentation
1.Matthew Schexnyder
Arcadea Architecture
741A Pearl St.
Boulder, CO 80302
Described the intent of the application to redevelop the property to meet
the needs of low-income / student housing. Gave overview of the historic
integrity and structural condition of the 1880s building.
2.David Biek
Arcadea Architecture
741A Pearl St.
Boulder, CO 80302
Reiterated the structural condition of the 1880s building, the difficulties of
moving the structure and the financial burden involved.
Public Comment
1.Paritosh Rohilla
12466 Broad Oaks Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Property owner. Noted his fondness for Boulder, and desire to create
sustainable student housing at the property. Reiterated that the 1880s
building has minimal historic cohesion.
Motion [04:32.25 audio minutes]
On a motion by W. Jellick, seconded by A. Daniels, the Landmarks Board voted (5-0), to issue a stay-of-
demolition for the buildings located at 1503 and 1513 20th St. for a period not to exceed 180 days from the day the
permit application was accepted by the city manager in order to explore alternatives to demolishing the buildings,
and adopt the findings of the staff memorandum dated August 4, 2021.
A 180-day stay period would expire on Nov. 21, 2021. J. Decker and W. Jellick offered to lead exploration of
alternatives.
7.MATTERS [04:34.40 audio minutes]
•W. Jellick gave an update on the Paint Colors subcommittee, including a proposed analytical format applying
hue, intensity, value and context. To be discussed further at Landmarks Board mini-retreat.
•[04:44.10 audio minutes] On a motion by J. Decker, seconded by A. Daniels, the Landmarks Board voted (5-
0), to approve, as of substance, the repeal and reenactment of the General Design Guidelines, including changes
to Section 2.7 “Pools”.
8.DEBRIEF MEETING/CALENDAR CHECK
•Landmarks Board mini-retreat scheduled for Tuesday, September 14, 2021 from 1pm – 5pm.
9.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:53 p.m.
Approved on _______________, 2021
Respectfully submitted,
______________________________________________, Chairperson
September 1