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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-05-09 Historic Preservation Commission Minutes �; N: � e ���� � I� � �TC�I�.I� P"FF�E� � �V�TI�� � '� ����.I �� S I�� .� .� c�T� �� ������. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 9, 2024, 7:00 P.M. PENOBSCOT ROOM, PENQUIS CAP 262 HARLOW STREET MEETING MINUTES Commission Members Present: Edmund Chernesky Peter Keebler (via Zoom) Nathaniel King Rebecca Krupke Matthew Weitkamp Citv Staff Present: Anja Collette, Planning Officer Brian Scannell, Planning Analyst Mike Pullen, HPC Consultant Chair Chernesky called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. New Business: � To review an amendment of the Citv of Banqor Historic Preservation Code, Chapter 148, bv includinq the Hasev's Maine Staqes Buildinq as a Historic Landmark Planning Officer Anja Collette presented the agenda item and gave an overview of the proposed amendment. Property owner Loren Coleman presented to the podium and provided overview of the history & architecture of the building, as well his ownership and plans for the property. HPC Consultant Mike Pullen asked about the term "stages" in the building's name —Coleman responded that this is a reference to the property's previous use as a stagecoach stop. Alternate Members Keebler and Weitkamp commended Coleman for his interest and effort in pursuing historical designation for the property. Commissioner Krupke asked about some of the drawings provided by Coleman —Coleman clarified these depictions and provided some overview of his plans for the exterior of the building. Collette confirmed the next steps for review and passage of the proposed amendment. 73 I IA�.L�C3'W' STF�EET. �,Af�1C_,��, �vtE s�41C�1. ,.1"EL�C'1:9C)N�. (�C}7) �)�2-4��Q FA.�: (�C37� `745-���"� t�'V'W W.��A N�;C���f�h.��N E.C�C7 V Historic Preservation Commission — Meeting Minutes May 9t", 2024 Other Business: � Update on Tree Removal at the Hill House — Informing Commissioners of Bangor Historical Society's decision to remove a basswood tree on the High Street side of the lawn at the Hill House Planning Officer Collette presented the agenda item. HPC Consultant Pullen provided information regarding the tree removal decision. Discussed with Commissioners. Commissioner Krupke noted that some of the wood will be saved and repurposed. Alternate Member Keebler asked about a fence previously in place at the Hill House— Pullen responded that installation of a similar fence is planned. � Meetinq Minutes —April 11, 2024 Alternate Member Weitkamp moved to approve the April 11th meeting minutes, seconded by Member King. All voting members in favor, none opposed. � Adiournment Meeting adjourned at 7:27 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Sarah Maquillan Development Assistant Planning Division