HomeMy WebLinkAbout01.05.22 LB MinutesCITY OF BOULDER
LANDMARKS BOARD MEETING
ACTION MINUTES
Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Virtual meeting
The following are the action minutes of the January 5, 2022 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. You may access the archive online at bouldercolorado.gov/records-archive.
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 - absent
STAFF MEMBERS:
Lucas Markley, City Attorney, City Attorney’s Office - present
James Hewat, Principal Historic Preservation Planner - present
Clare Brandt, Interim Historic Preservation Planner – present
Faith Hamman, Historic Preservation Intern – present
Jean Gatza, Moderator - present
1.CALL TO ORDER [00:00.00 audio minutes]
The roll having been called, Chair J. Decker declared a quorum at 6:02 p.m. and the following business was
conducted.
2.APPROVAL OF MINUTES [00:06.25 audio minutes]
On a motion by J. Decker, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board (5-0) approved the minutes from
the December 1, 2021 Landmarks Board meeting.
1.PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FOR NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS [00:07.10 audio minutes]
1.Kathryn Howes Barth
2940 20th St.
80304
Offered support and sadness for the Town of Superior and the Superior
Historic Commission after the Marshall Fire, noting the survey work
and subsequent book “Lost Superior: Remembering the Architectural
Heritage of a Colorado Coal Mining Town.” Encouraged people to
volunteer to help.
2.Lynn Segal
538 Dewey Ave.
80304
Noted the lack of video in the record for Landmarks Board. Requested
an update on the status of 311 Mapleton Ave.
2. DISCUSSION OF LANDMARK ALTERATION AND DEMOLITION APPLICATIONS ISSUED
AND PENDING [00:18.36 audio minutes]
Statistical Report for December.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS under the procedures prescribed by chapter 1-3, “Quasi-Judicial Hearings,” B.R.C.
1981:
A. [00:24.07 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of a Landmark Alteration Certificate application
to restore the Ball Aerospace Control Cells Building at 5001 Arapahoe Ave., a pending individual landmark,
pursuant to Section 9-11-18 of the Boulder Revised Code 1981 (HIS2021-00292). Owner: Ball Corporation
/Applicant: Guy Fromme, Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp.
Ex Parte Contacts
J. Decker: Reviewed at LDRC
A. Daniels: None
W. Jellick: Reviewed at LDRC
F. Sheets: None
R. Pelusio: None
Staff Presentation
J. Hewat presented the case to the board, recommending the Landmarks Board conditionally approve the
application.
Applicant’s Presentation
1. Guy Fromme
Ball Aerospace &
Technologies Corp.
5001 Arapahoe Ave.
80303
Reviewed the history of Ball Brothers Research Corporation
campus and the Control Cells Building. Answered questions from
the Landmarks Board.
2. Peter Stavenger
Page Architects
370 17th St.
Denver, CO 80202
Shared a video animation of the proposed campus redevelopment.
Outlined the overall proposed design for the campus and the
Control Cells Building’s placement within the campus. Answered
questions from the Landmarks Board.
Public Comment
1. Leonard Segel
726 Pine St.
80302
Commended the applicant on the proposal. Requested comment on
the Tech Tower (approved for demolition; not included in the
application).
2. Patrick O’Rourke
88 Turnagain Ct.
80302
Thanked the applicant for the proposal. Asked if the circular drive
would be maintained to preserve the view from Commerce St.; and
if the interior would also be restored.
3. Lynn Segal
538 Dewey Ave.
80304
Supported the proposal. Requested care during the demolition
process to protect the building for future landmarking.
4. Kathryn Howes Barth
2940 20th St.
80304
Noted support for the application and the proposal in general.
4. Kristin Lewis
1928 14th St.
80302
Requested further discussion on the adaptive reuse of the Tech
Tower (approved for demolition). Encouraged a community use for
the rehabilitated Control Cells Building.
Motion [02:21.50 audio minutes]
On a motion by R. Pelusio, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board voted (5-0) to adopt the staff
memorandum dated January 5, 2022, as findings of the board and conditionally approve a Landmark
Alteration Certificate to remove a 1960 addition and restore the Ball Aerospace Control Cells Building at
5001 Arapahoe Ave., a pending landmark, as shown on plans dated November 11, 2021, 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 provided the stated conditions are met.
Conditions of Approval
1. The applicant shall be responsible for completing the work in compliance with the approved plans,
except as modified by these conditions of approval.
2. 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) Details on all windows, doors, grading/hardscaping, and final paint colors.
--BREAK--
B. [02:24.47 audio minutes] Public hearing and consideration of a Landmark Alteration Certificate application
to construct deck and railings at rear elevation of main house with composite product 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 (HIS2021-00300). Owner: Marks Victoria Trust / Applicant: Victoria and Joel Marks
Ex Parte Contacts
J. Decker: None
A. Daniels: Reviewed at LDRC
W. Jellick: None
F. Sheets: None
R. Pelusio: Reviewed at LDRC
Staff Presentation
J. Hewat presented the case to the board, recommending the Landmarks Board conditionally approve the
application.
Applicant’s Presentation
1.Joel Marks
845 14th St.
80302
Noted that their motivation for the request is based on the environmental
benefits and sustainability of the composite product proposed. Stated that the
appearance of the composite materials matches closely to wood. Answered
questions from the Landmarks Board.
2.Victoria Marks
845 14th St.
80302
Noted that they had no preference for the railing type. Answered questions
from the Landmarks Board.
Public Comment
1.Lynn Segal
538 Dewey Ave.
80304
Noted support of the proposal for the longevity and environmental benefits of
composite materials.
Motion [03:13.16 audio minutes]
On an motion by R. Pelusio, seconded by W. Jellick, the Landmarks Board voted (5-0) to adopt the staff
memorandum dated January 5, 2022, as findings of the board and conditionally approve a Landmark
Alteration Certificate to construct a deck with composite product at 845 14th St., in the University Place
Historic District, as shown on plans dated September 22, 2021, 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 provided the stated conditions are met.
Conditions of Approval
1.The applicant shall be responsible for completing the work in compliance with the approved
plans, except as modified by these conditions of approval.
2. 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 staff for its
final review and approval to ensure that the final design of the deck is consistent with the General
Design Guidelines and the intent of this approval.
a. Revised deck design showing vertical pickets.
b. Details on composite material, vertical pickets and lattice.
4.MATTERS [03:14.52 audio minutes]
•J. Decker and W. Jellick requested a board mini-retreat to discuss a potential historic district paint
palette. Date to be determined.
•The board discussed the restoration of 311 Mapleton Ave. and 1902 Walnut St.
5.DEBRIEF MEETING/CALENDAR CHECK
•Next regular Landmarks Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 2, 2022
6.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:47 p.m.
Approved on _______________, 2022
Respectfully submitted,
______________________________________________, Chairperson
February 2