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HASTINGS HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Minutes of the Meeting of November 19, 2024
Held at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, Volunteer Room
I. Call to Order and Quorum Youngren, McCoy, Peterson, Bremer, Simacek, Toppin, and
Smith.
Absent: Borchardt and Alitz Edell
Staff: Fortney
II. Minutes:
A. October 15, 2024 Approved by Chair Toppin
III. Certificate of Approval Review
A. 700 4th St W – New gutters
Fortney presented the staff report. Commissioners commented that the gutters would cover the
fascia changes that are proposed to hold the gutters. Derek Smith, owner, explained that the
installer said the fascia change will only be visible from the ends of the gutter, but will be
wrapped with white aluminum to match the gutters.
Motion by Commissioner Peterson to approve the replacement as proposed, seconded by
Commissioner Youngren. Approved 7-0
B. 218 402 6th St E – New windows, porch, steps, and doors
Fortney presented the staff report. Commissioners commented that the existing rough cedar may
be difficult to paint. Commissioner Bremer was concerned the porch wouldn’t be allowed as
shown on the AI rendering because building code will likely require a full wall or railing due to
the height from the ground.
Motion by Commissioner McCoy to approve the proposal with the following conditions,
seconded by Commissioner Smith. Approved 7-0
The following actions were approved as noted:
1. Open the front porch and add square columns – Approved
a. If a railing is required, it must be reviewed by the commission.
2. New white double-hung window inserts - Approved
a. If dividers are used to represent the existing old 1 over 1 or historic 2 over 2
glass patterns, they must be at least on the outside of the glass.
3. New exterior doors - Approved
4. Aluminum sofit and facia - Approved
5. Rebuild front and side stairs - Approved
a. Simple wooden steps and railings. If different, HPC must review.
IV. OHDS – Original Hastings Design Standards Review
V. Business and Information
A. Discuss HPC goals for 2025
Chair Toppin suggested a designation study or historic resource survey, since neither has been
done for some time. Fortney explained the purpose and use of each, and the Commission
discussed the benefits, budget, and grants available. The HPC recommended exploring the
possibility of a Historic Resource Survey during 2025, which could occur in 2025 or 2026
depending on funding. Chair Toppin requested the 2025 goal discussion be extended to the next
meeting, in case there are an additional ideas.
VI. Adjourn
Motion by Commissioner Smith to adjourn at 8:30 pm, seconded by Commissioner
Youngren. Approved 7-0
Respectfully Submitted - Justin Fortney