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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHPC Packet 06-17-2025HASTINGS HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Agenda for Meeting of June 17, 2025 Regular business at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall in the Volunteer Room I. Call to Order and Quorum II. Minutes: A. April 15, 2025 III. Certificate of Approval Review A. 113 2nd Street E #101 – New sign - Tabled B. 309 5th Street E – New fencing – Committee approved C. 200 7th Street W – New corbels and privacy fence D. 400 2nd Street W – New decking and railing on decks E. 322 2nd Street W – New Windows IV. OHDS – Original Hastings Design Standards Review V. Business and Information VI. Adjourn The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on July 15, 2025 at Hastings City Hall HASTINGS HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Minutes of the Meeting of April 15, 2025 Held at 7:04 p.m. at City Hall, Volunteer Room I. Call to Order and Quorum Commissioners present: Bremer, Toppin, Smith, Peterson, Schilts-Johnson, and Alitz Edell (7:07); Absent: Borchardt, Simacek, and McCoy; Staff: Fortney Chair Bremer called the meeting to order. II. Add Items to the Agenda A. 306 2nd Street W – New greenhouse B. 615 3rd Street W – Mini-split AC Motion by Commissioner Toppin to add the items to the agenda, seconded by Commissioner Schilts-Johnson. Approved 5-0 III. Minutes: A. March 19, 2025 Approved by Chair Bremer IV. Certificate of Approval Review A. 413 2nd Street W – Move garage to property Fortney presented the staff report. The commission asked questions about the difference between the approved proposal and this one. Fred Weiland, applicant, said the building is slightly narrower, longer, and 200 more square feet in size. He added that it would be even with the front of the house. The commission asked what will be done to the structure as it is moved to the property. The applicant said the siding will be repaired and painted, the windows will be double hung like the main house, and the front of the building will be converted to an open porch for continuity with the district. He said the garage doors will be installed at the back of it facing south. Motion by Commissioner Alitz Edell to approve the proposal with the following conditions, seconded by Commissioner Smith. Approved 5-0 • The exterior of the structure is made in good repair, painted, and in line with the information included in the April 15, 2025 staff report. • The setbacks in city code or as approved by the Hastings Board of Zoning Adjustment and Appeals are appropriate. B. 301 2nd Street W – Repairs, windows, porch, porch railings, and foundation Fortney presented the staff report. John and Lorena Phelps, applicants, explained they removed the siding because the foundation and beam needed replacement. They added that they will replace it with the same dimensioned wood cedar siding. They explained that they replaced the front steps without HPC or Building Department approval because the old steps failed. The current steps were made for a different location on the property and were not meant to be permanent. They added that the steps will be wider like the former steps with a similar railing including 2x2 inch square spindles rounded in the middle as they have seen in photographs. The applicants said the damaged windows will all be repaired as-is except an original window on the top floor will be reinstalled in place of a vinyl window. Motion by Commissioner Alitz Edell to approve the proposal as presented, seconded by Commissioner Smith. Approved 5-0 C. 113 2nd Street E – New sign Fortney explained the applicant was unable to obtain some information from the sign company. Commissioner Alitz Edell said they would need additional information regarding the sign and hanger components so they would know what they are approving. Motion by Commissioner Smith to table the proposal for information on the appearance and materials of the sign and hanger, seconded by Commissioner Alitz Edell. Approved 5-0 D. 306 2nd Street W – New greenhouse Fortney explained that the applicant has presented a concept plan in the past showing the proposed greenhouse in this location. He added that the location is at the back of the property. He said the greenhouse construction is cedar wood and polycarbonate panels, which gives the structure a more traditional appearance, compared to other kits made from plastic or aluminum framing. Motion by Commissioner Alitz Edell to approve the proposal as presented, seconded by Commissioner Peterson. Approved 5-0 E. 615 3rd Street W – Mini-split AC Fortney explained that the equipment and lines are proposed in the rear of the home and are not visible from any street. Motion by Commissioner Smith to approve the proposal as presented, seconded by Commissioner Schilts-Johnson. Approved 5-0 V. OHDS – Original Hastings Design Standards Review VI. Business and Information A. Preservation Awards Fortney presented the 8 homes turning 100-years old this year. He said they will hold a Facebook contest again for the community’s favorite. Commissioners Toppin and Schilts-Johnson presented the candidates for preservation awards. Commissioners voted for the properties they felt best exemplified the award categories. Fortney said the HPC will present the awards at the May 19 City Council meeting. VII. Adjourn Motion by Commissioner Schilts-Johnson to adjourn at 8:34 pm, seconded by Commissioner Smith. Approved 5-0 Respectfully Submitted - Justin Fortney CERTIFICATE APPLICATION 6-2025 113 2nd Street E #101 Jill Ragan-Scully – New sign Ca. 1863, East 2nd Street Historic District- Contributing, NR Request: The applicant has been seeking approval of a hanging sign. With the details listed below: - The sign bracket is 30 inches long, black powder-coated steel. - The sign is black powder coated steel, about 28 inches long by 16 inches tall with applied graphics - It will be mounted to the store overhang flashing into wood, under the flashing from the old awning. See attached pictures Ordinance, Guidelines 1. Sign Design Guidelines (Page 39) 5: Historic Commercial Buildings: General Guidelines 8. Signs, Awnings, and Lighting • a. Signs and awnings should follow regulations subject to provisions of the city’s zoning ordinance. • Wherever possible, signs should be placed in traditional sign locations… • Signs should be appropriately sized… traditional materials such as wood and metal. • Signs should not conceal architectural details or features and materials should be compatible with the materials of the building to which they are attached. • No part of the historic facade should be irreversibly damaged or altered in the installation of signs and awnings. Limit drilling new holes into masonry. Sign hardware should be attached to the building with holes drilled into mortar joints, if possible. Zoning Code § 155.08 SIGNS 7. Projecting signs must conform to the following. a. Minimum height above grade is 8 feet. Maximum height above grade is 11 feet for the sign, and 12 feet for the bracket. b. Sign may not project more than 2 and 1/2 feet from the face of the building. c. Total sign face may not exceed 6 square feet. d. Materials must be wood and/or metal. Plastic signs are not permitted. e. Projecting signs may not be lit, internally or externally. f. Plans must be submitted to show how the sign will be anchored to the building and masonry. g. Only 1 projecting sign permitted per business. h. Signs must be advertising a specific business name, not a generic product i. The sign area of the projecting sign comes off the total signage allowed for the building under these requirements. Staff findings: The proposed projecting sign is an allowable size, materials, and mounted height, if at least 8’ clear to grade. CERTIFICATE APPLICATION 200 7th Street W. John and Terry Fasbender – Eave support Brackets and a privacy fence. Ca. 1880, Old Hastings Historic District- contributing Request: 1. Add a support bracket to each flat eave returns. The rear of the home has boxed eave returns that are self-supported. The front/ main part of the home has flat eave returns that were not constructed with support. They appear to just be roof sheathing, which is likely flat boards. They have sagged over time. 2. Install a six foot tall cedar lattice privacy fence in the rear yard. Ordinance, Guidelines Design Guidelines Residential Guideline pg.23 6: Decorative Trim 4. New Trim Details should not be added in an effort to make the building look older. However, in the case of some “pattern book” houses, the addition of certain trim details such as those typical at the gable and porch may be permitted if supported by historic photos or pattern book sources. 2. New Fences Residential Guideline 11: Fences and Walls 2. New Fences New fences should be compatible with the architectural character, materials, and scale of the principal building and surrounding streetscape. Fences enclosing the front yard should be semi-transparent. Appropriate materials include wrought iron and painted wooden pickets. In general, complete enclosure by opaque fences is not appropriate. 3. Fences that allow some visual penetration of front yard space are preferable to complete enclosure. Chain link fences should not be used to enclose front yards or the front half of side yards. Staff findings: 1. The house has two different style eave returns. Eaves in the back of the home are boxed style with a cavity for framing. The eave returns on the front/ main portion of the home are flat and likely made only of flat sheathing boards. The existing ones have sagged over time. Staff is not sure if eave work altered one style or if the style changed for the addition. The home was not designed with corbels (brackets) under the eaves. They are sometimes used for structural support but often they are just part of the architecture. The Design Guidelines state that, “details should not be added in an effort to make the building look older”. It adds that some proof is necessary to indicate that the home had or was intended to have these details. In this situation, the details are not being proposed for appearances, they seem necessary for structural support. The style should be plain or match similar corbels of area homes of similar architectural style and era. 2. The fence is in an appropriate location for its height and style. Proposed Existing boxed eave in the rear portion of the house Proposed Location Proposed Fence style CERTIFICATE APPLICATION 6-2025 400 2nd Street W – Dawn Shoen – new decking and railings on existing decks Ca. 1875, West Second Street Historic District/ National Register Request: The applicant proposes the following changes: 1. Replace the deck boards on existing decks with PVC decking 2. Replace the existing deck railings with black aluminum railings similar to metal yard fencing. Ordinance, Guidelines Fence: Design Guidelines 7: Porches and Steps (Page 24) 3. Railings [porches] The original spacing, section, and profile of railings and balusters should be maintained in replacement or repair. Unless historical evidence indicates, reconstruction should include a bottom rail and balusters should not be nailed directly to the step or deck. Metal railings should not be used to replace wooden railings. 6. Decks Decks should be constructed only at the rear of the building or where most inconspicuous from the public street. Railings, steps, and other deck details should be compatible with the architectural character of the building. Staff findings: The deck location is in the back of the home, which is consistent with the design guidelines. The upper deck visible from the rear along Ashland St and 2nd St W. The lower deck is only visible from Ashland St. Both are preexisting and don’t appear visible from neighboring properties. 1. Railings. The Guidelines state that a metal railing should not replace a wooden one, but this pertains to porches. The guidelines relating specifically to decks state that design, including the railing should be compatible with the design of the home. The homeowner believes the proposed metal railings are consistent with the existing metal fencing. An aluminum railing nearby was approved a couple months ago, which was only visible from an alley (1st St W). 2. Decking. The proposed decking material would not affect the appearance from the street or adjacent properties. Visibility Aerial Decking appearance and color Proposed railing 2” by 2” posts CERTIFICATE APPLICATION 6-2025 322 2nd Street W. Mike Matsch – Replace 10 historic windows Ca. 1870, West Second Street Historic District, National Register Request: The applicant is proposing to replace ten historic double hung windows. The contractor states that the windows are original to the home at 155 years old. They state the condition of all windows as broken, inoperable, rotting, and beyond repair. The attic windows are stated to be in the worse condition with significant evidence rot and water infiltration. The window sashes and stops are proposed to be removed and Renewal by Anderson double hung Acclaim Series inserts with a simulated 2 over 2 grid will be installed on the inside and outside of the glass. Existing trim will be maintained. Ordinance, Guidelines Design Guidelines (Page 21) 4: Windows 1. Maintain and Conserve Wherever feasible, historic windows and sash should be repaired rather than replaced, especially on principal elevations. 3. New Sash: Glazing The size and number of panes of glass in each sash should not be altered. New sash, if installed, should duplicate the existing or other appropriate historic models. Artificial muntins or grids should at the least be located on the exterior of the window and match the original window design. 5. Storm Windows Repair or replicate historic wood storms wherever possible. Storm windows should not have vertical or horizontal divisions that conflict with the divisions of the historic sash and should be flush with existing trim. If combination metal storms must be installed, they should have a baked enamel factory finish. Staff Findings The window issues listed by the contractor are generally repairable depending on amount and location of rot. Historic windows are simple and repairable. They can be made efficient with weather stripping and storm windows. A window replacement company is not qualified to analyze the repairability of a window. I experienced a failed Renewal by Anderson window during the 10 year warranty and they replaced the entire window rather than making a repair. Since 2007 the HPC has allowed several homes with historic windows to be replaced that came back for subsequent approval of some or all replacement windows. The contractor did not provide any proof or close pictures of damage or rot. It can be assumed the windows may not operate as designed, which is reparable. Rotten wood is also repairable but depending on severity, replacement may be a better option. The HPC has authorized replacement windows based on this level of evidence, particularly on non- principal elevations or when the old windows were not likely original to the home, or a mix of many styles and eras. The proposed replacement windows will keep the original window frame and trim. The simulated divided light is at least on the outside of the glass as required by the design guidelines. They look like they are thinner than the existing. All dimensions are supposed to be similar to the historic units. Application for Window Replacement 322 2nd St W Hastings, MN 55033 Mike Matsch Renewal by Andersen: May 30, 2025 Attachments required for this Application: 1) Site Map / Diagram / Illustrations of proposed changes / Photographs a) The home is located at 322 2nd St W Hastings, MN 55033 b) It was built in 1870 c) 10 original 155 year old wood windows are scheduled for replacement. These 10 have been identified for replacement based on the fact that they are inoperable, rotting, and beyond repair. d) Replacing them now will prevent further damage to the structure due to wood rot, and allow the homeowner to preserve historic interior trim. South Side (Front): There 5 Windows to be replaced. Unit 101: This is a living room window, located within the porch, adjacent to the entry door. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot, most notably in the lower frame. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Unit 210: This is a living room window, located on the second story. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot, most notably in the lower frame. The window sash has fallen in this unit creating a dangerous situation and necessitating timely replacement. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window, with grilles to match the original design. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Unit 211: This is a bedroom window, located on the second story. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window, with grilles to match the original design. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Unit 301: This is an attic window, located on the third story. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. The two attic windows are in the worst shape of all of the windows. There’s significant evidence of rot in the wood windows, along with the sills they sit upon. Replacing these windows to provide a barrier from the elements is an urgent need. In their current condition, water can enter the structure, increasing the likelihood of future larger-scale repairs if not replaced. Replacing it now will allow RbA to replace interior sills, and perform a create a pocket insert window, since there is no current structure to anchor these windows to. Exterior trim will be preserved. This window will be replaced with a Terratone Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window to match the original design. The metal storms (not original) will be removed. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Here is a copy of the Andersen paint codes for exact information regarding coloration: Unit 302: This is an attic window, located on the third story. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. The two attic windows are in the worst shape of all of the windows. There’s significant evidence of rot in the wood windows, along with the sills they sit upon. Replacing these windows to provide a barrier from the elements is an urgent need. In their current condition, water can enter the structure, increasing the likelihood of future larger-scale repairs if not replaced. Replacing it now will allow RbA to replace interior sills, and perform a create a pocket insert window, since there is no current structure to anchor these windows to. Exterior trim will be preserved. This window will be replaced with a Terratone Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window to match the original design. The metal storm windows (not original) will be removed. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung East Side: There are 3 windows to be replaced. Unit 102: This is a lower level window, located at the base of the stairway to the second level, adjacent to a secondary entry door. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot, most notably in the lower frame. It does not lock. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window, with grilles to match the original design. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Unit 202: This is a second-story bathroom window. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot, most notably in the lower frame. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window, with grilles to match the original design. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Unit: 212 This is a second-story bedroom window. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot, most notably in the lower frame. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window, with grilles to match the original design. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung West Side: There are 2 windows to be replaced. Unit: 208 This is a second-story bedroom window. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot, most notably in the lower frame. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window, with grilles to match the original design. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Unit: 209 This is a second-story living room window. This unit is an original 155 year old wood window. This window is broken and inoperable, with evidence of wood rot, most notably in the lower frame. Replacing it now will allow RbA to maintain interior stool and apron trim, along with the exterior wide trim, and prevent full frame replacement in the future. This window will be replaced with a white Andersen Acclaim Series, Double Hung, Fibrex Composite window, with grilles to match the original design. Product Website: https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/windows-doors/replacement-windows/double-hung Illustration of proposed changes: East: West: South: Renewal by Andersen is honored to have been selected to partner with this homeowner to preserve the historical charm of this home and neighborhood. Based on the condition of the windows, they are not a candidate for repair, and require full replacement. Replacing these windows now will protect the structure from additional threats of wood rot to the structure, and our insert installation technique will allow us to retain the interior and exterior trim. Thank you for your consideration of this proposal.