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Home My WebLink About2017-04-13 Historic Preservation Commission Minutes � � f � ` �� ' � �� !� ,� � �� ' , �� HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BANGOR MEETING OF APRIL 13, 2017 MINUTES Commission Members Present: G�orge Burgoyne, Vice-Chair Reese Perkins, Secre�ary Matthew Carter Wayne Mallar AEfred Banfield, Associa�e Member Tarty Manzo, Assaciate Member Consultanf to the Commission: Mike Pul�en Ci�y Staff Presenf: Da�id Gould Pac�l Nic[ctas Vice Chair Burgoyne cafled the meeting to order at 7:00 p. m. and noted tf�at Associate Members Banf�e�d and Manzo were present and wauld a[ternate voting. PROJECT REVIEW 1. 4�-52 Main Street -- Gait M. Hiaskv Alteration to front fa�ade, reques� for extension of Compie�ion da�e. Chapter i48 Historic Preser�►ation — Main Stree� Distric� — C�rtificate of Appropriateness Chap�er 71 — Bangor Cenfier Re�i�alization Area ("�a�ade Area") — Design Re�iew Vic� Chair Burgoyne opened the pu�lic �earing and as�Ced for �he applican� to p�ovi�e the Commission with an overview, Mrs. Gaif Hipsky indicated sh� was seeking and exter�sion and a smalf change to her approva� granted last.�une. S�e was hoping fio �ncrease the heig�f of the base a �ittle to ha�� a uniform �ine for ti�e base of the dispEay windows. With the grade of the s�dewallc, i� creates a narrowing of the bottom picture f�ame design sueh that there may be insufficient space to make the appropriate a�p�arance. To remedy this sl�e was seeking ta raise �p th� bas� h�ight and ha�e a unifarm horizont�al wi�ow base across th� thr�� addresses. The Commission's consultar�t Mike �uller� si�ared some recent p�o ' �_th� Commission. �`�`.� �=� - t�� =_ �: ` = .1i � � �� f � � i � �` � � � ' � . �,r; ..:. ..:;: �:: :'�:l - - �.". ..... c'-�., :'.._ '� t�' 1 �� E a � � �,� j�i 1�] �� ! _ j � � � A � .�� i :;. "� '�. ,�,: ,�., :': ,.. , ,. .. ..:� . , jJ '� . :�. _ � . r �';7�ri�7ia � ;;�3k3��:?��.!'� ��3,r � �. ,:. . _., � `�� , _ ;. He noted one oF the changes appraved eliminated a cantilevered section of th� store firont, extending it dow� �o the sidewa[k. Mr, P�Ilen noted that ��ere were some changes made after the drawings were p�esen�ed �o the Commission. Mrs. Hipsky not�d that th� r�ma�al of th� awning impacted th� fa�ade d�sign. As it was �tailt same adjustments were needed. Mrs. Hipsky nated she wa�ted th� bot�om o�the s�orefront windows to t�e level across the storeFronfis, not sfiaggered. As yo� mo�e down Main Street th� grade is sloping towards West Ma�ke� S�uare such that the �eight at each end wi[I be different. She indicated sh� was wi[f ir�g to keep the origina� appraved deign but was seeking the Commission's approval ta go with an al�erna�e design. Afternat� M�mb�r Banfi�ld not�d ti�at some of th� pane�s see�med too talE. Mrs. Hipslcy noted she did nat change that portior� of the design. She noted that the �aw Offices of Baldacci and Trewargy were similar. Member Carter noted i� severa! alterations are sought then a revised final plan is i� order. Vic� Chair Burgoyn� not�d ther� wou�d be another meeting on the 20t� if revised drawings cold �e submi�ted. Mrs. Hipsky indEcated she would confiinue with the projec� as approved and need only an exte�sian of time, Member Perkins ma�e a motio�t approve and exte�sion for Mrs. Hipsky`s Certificate of Appropriater�ess. Member Car�er secanded the mo�fon and The Commission voted five ir� favor to approve the extension to 7une 10, 2018. Mem�er Ferkins made a motion appro�e and extension for Mrs. Hipsky's D�sign Review appro�al. Mem�er Carter secon�ed the mation and The Commission voted five in favor to ap�rove �he extens�on to �une �.0, 2018, 2. 22 Hayward Street — Rabert ar�d Barbara Alexander Al�era�ions, window replacement, new roof shingles C�a�ter 148 Histo�ic Preservation -Whrtn�y Par[c Historic DasErict — Cer�ifica�e af Appro�riat�n�ss Vice Chair Burgoyne opened the pu�lic hearing and asked the a�p[icant or the�r re�resentatEve to make a brieF presenfia�ion. 2 Real Estat� Broker Jod� Brassle�t, Reaf �s�a�e Agent with Realty af Maine. She indEcat�d t�at Bob A�exander and his wife Barbara ha�e a purchase and sale agreement for 22 Hayward Stree�. She noted a new drawing a� windaws in �he �uildir�g to be replaced. Bab A��xander indicated �te ha� a new exhi�it representing where the repfaceme�tt windows wo�ld �e going. They have disco��r�d that the tree wh�ch they proposed �o remove is not an the �rop�rty and w[I1 not be removed. He had an architectural shingle as a sampl� of what wEfl be rep[aced on ti�e small entryway which has some mass growing on the shingles. Mr. Alexar�der introduced his window cantrac�or Gary McCue. Mr. McCu� d�scribed the ad�antageo[�s of the Renewal widows by Anderson which appear I�ke an ofde� historic win�ow, but ��form much �e[ter �or energy efficiency. The exisring widows are old�r single pane windows with aluminum storm windows add�d to th� exterior. The proposal is �o use six aver six (6/6) w�ndows an� remove the afuminum s�orm windows. The Renewal windows are mad� of a material called "Fibrex" which has the look of an older wood window, The w�ndaws can be ins�aEfed into t�e a�iginal wood casing. Mr. McC[ae discussed options for having 6/6 simulated divided lights, There wa�id be a cost implEcation to doing a[I windows wi�h divided 6/6 iights. Mr. Pu�len no�ed that the Greek Reviva[ str�cture wauld have been buil� with �/6 win�ows and adjacent structures with s/i are "Cottage Sty[e" and not consist��t with Gr��lc R�vival. The Commission discussed the various windows and various facades to make ��e projecfi viable. Vice Chair Burgoyne asked i�t�ere were any other people who wish�d to speak. Jae Walsh nofed he has resided at 22 Hayward Street for many years. He was curious as to whether th� application would be removing �he asbestos. He nated if there is moss on the roaf shingles it could simply be washe� off. Assistant City So[icitor Paul NEcklas nated that th�r� was no infarmation as fio removal of asbestos in �he applfcation befor� tf�e Commission. Angeia Farre[I indicated she agreed wifih the Commission's consUltant and the win�ows shouid replicate 6/6 wi�dows on at least thr�e sides. The ��ilding is in need of substantial improvements and it should be in keeping with the historic distriet. 3 The Commissior� vofed four in fa�or and one opposed to a�pro�e the app[icatfon for Certificate af Appropriateness for Robert and Bar�ara Alexande�, to replace windows at 22 Hayward Street with tf�e condition that existing windaws will be rep�aced wfth Renewal Windows by Andersen matching the existing configuratian of window panes as existing at the time of ap�roval, (predominantfy six over six with �u[I Divided Lights consistent with Greek Revival Style. The Commission reached its conclusion based on th� Standards in th� Historic Preservation Ordinance specifically citing: �48-�3 E�aluation Sfandards E. Standards far renovatians, alteratEons and repai�s of existing buildings, structures and appurt�nances thereof. � Witt�in historic disfricts, historic sites and historic landmar�Cs, the Commission shall use the sta�tdards listed befow in the e�aluation of an application far a certificate of a�propriateness for all renovat�ons, alterations and repairs of existing buildings, structures and appurtenances t�er�of: � Rehabilitation work sha[l not destroy the d�stinguishing qualities nar character of the str�cture a�d its environmenf. The removal or al�eratian of any historic material or architectural features should be held to a minimum. � Deieriorafe� architectural features should be r�paired rafi�er than replace�, wherever possible. In the event that rep[acement is necessary, the new material should matcl� the mate�ia[ �eing replaced in composition, design, texture and other�isual qualities. Repair or replacement of missing architecturai features shou�d �e �ased on physical or �ictorial evide�ce rather than on conjectural des�gns or the a�aila�ility of different architect�ral feat�res from other buildings. ,� Distinc#ive stylistic feat�rr�s ar exampfes of skilfed craftsmanshi� which characterize historic structures and often predate the mass production of building materia[s shall be treated with sensiti�ity. 3. 35 Central Street — Ma�hew Haslcell Installafiion of exterior heafi pump Units/condensing units. Chap�er 71 — Bangor Center Revi�alization Area ("�a�ade Area") — Design Review 4 Vice C�air Burgoyne requested the applicant or their rep�esentative ta provide a brie� overview of the application for Design Review. Mr. Sandy Ervin nat�d h� repr�s�nt�d the applicant Matt Haskel[ in this appCicat�on to instail �vvo condensing units or� the bac� of ti�e building just off Cen�ral S�ree�. He noted the pad mac�nted air Candi�Eoning unit was remaved and wil[ be re�Iaced by two wal� mounted condenser uni�s one on top af t}�e othe�. The �nits will mount fo the back wall of the Pakistani resta�arant. It was noted t�ere is a 6-inch duct pipe existing at �he site it will be removed. Generalfy fh�s loca�ior� is no� visible from the public street gi�en it is b�low th� st�ee� and ��ocked �y b�ildings and a parking d�ck af Hammond Street. HPC Consu[tar�t Mike Pullen asked i� the condensers and the lir�es cocald �e in a co[or to match with the buildir�gs �rEc�C wark. Mr. �rvin nated they will star�to have cofor opfiions so he will seek o ge� a close match. Alf the lines that run from th� unir are within a "line-hide"plastic channel which can �e af a suitabfe color to keep i� in conformity with the building. Mem�er Perkir�s made a motion to approved the Design Rc�i�w Appfication of Matt Haskefl a� 35 Central Street with th� conditians that they �e af match color to the ext�rior of th� buifdi�g, t�e sUppart�ng �rackets be adhered to the mor�ar joints and a�y wiring ar piping on the exter�or of the bui[ding be of ma�c�ing color or co�ered ir� a materiai of matching color. Memf�er Carter seconded th� motEon and the Commission voted fi�e in favor (Member Banfield �ating). ADDITIONAL BUSINESS 4. Rer►iew and_Approval of HPC meetinq minutes Vice Chair Burgoyne asked for a motion on th� Minutes of March 9, ZOi7. Mr. Pullen requested t�at ��e Minutes re�Eect he was excUsed from his ro[e as consultant as he re�resen�ed the applican�. Member Perk�ns made a motian ta accept the mir��tes as amended. Member Banfi��d s�conded the motion. The Commission had three member avaiiabfe t�o vote, who vofied unanimously to approve �he minu�es. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. 5