Members Mark McIntire, Chair Ross Buffington, Vice Chair Edward Echtle Ken House Imad Al Janabi, PhD. Fred King Megan Luce Bret Maddox, S.E. Ha Pham Pamela Sundell Marshall McClintock, North Slope Ex-Officio Agenda Landmarks Preservation Commission Community & Economic Development Department Staff Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer Date: October 13, 2010 LPC 46/10 Location: 728 St. Helens, Tacoma Municipal Bldg North, Room 16 Time: 5:00 p.m. Please note assigned times are approximate. The Chair reserves the right to alter the order of the agenda. 1. ROLL CALL 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. Excusal of Absences B. Meeting Minutes 07/14/10 and 07/28/10 3. SPECIAL TAX VALUATION APPLICATIONS 4. DESIGN REVIEW A. 1224 Tacoma Avenue S Fred Roberson 2 m Old Business A. 1102 A Street (Tacoma Federal Building) Jim Brown 5 m Final plans (coffee stand, landscaping, doors) 5. CHAIR COMMENTS 6. BOARD BRIEFING A. 747 Market St (Tacoma Municipal Building and TMB North) Gene Grulich 10 m Design Services and Recommendations for repair and maintenance 7. BOARD BUSINESS A. Fort Nisqually Letter of Support Reuben McKnight Historic Preservation Officer Next Regular Meeting: October 27, 2010 Tacoma Municipal Bldg. North, Rm. 16 5:00 p.m. This agenda is for public notice purposes only. Complete applications are included in the Landmarks Preservation Commission records available to the public BY APPOINTMENT at 747 Market Street, Room 1036. All meetings of the Landmarks Preservation Commission are open to the public. Oral and/or written comments are welcome. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 www.tacomaculture.org The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission does not discriminate on the basis of handicap in any of its programs or services. Upon request, special accommodations will be provided within five (5) business days. Contact 591-5365 (voice) or 591-5153 (TTY).
Members Mark McIntire, Chair Ross Buffington, Vice Chair Edward Echtle Ken House Imad Al Janabi, PhD. Fred King Megan Luce Bret Maddox, S.E. Ha Pham Pamela Sundell Staff Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer Draft MINUTES Landmarks Preservation Commission Community and Economic Development Department Date: July 14, 2010 LPC 105/10 Location: 728 St. Helens, Tacoma Municipal Bldg North, Room 16 Commission Members in Attendance: Ross Buffington Edward Echtle Ken House Imad Al Janabi, PhD. Fred King Megan Luce Bret Maddox, S.E. Mark McIntire Pamela Sundell Staff Present: Reuben McKnight Tonie Cook Others Present: Katie Chase, Michael Sullivan, George Signori, Mario Espinosa, Mike McMenamin, Tim Hills, David DeLong, Jon Potter, Steve Johnson, Faruq Ramzanalli, Don Johnson Commission Members Excused: Commissioner Ha Pham Chair Mark McIntire called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. 1. CONSENT AGENDA A. Excusal of Commissioners Commissioner Ha Pham was excused. 2. NOMINATIONS Tacoma Register of Historic Places (preliminary) Ms. Tonie Cook cited the general procedural notes, followed by the staff report: Tacoma Register listing follows procedures defined in TMC 13.07.050, and consists of a minimum of two separate Commission meetings. The initial meeting will determine whether the property meets the threshold criteria in the ordinance for age and integrity. If the Commission finds that the age and integrity standards are met, then the Commission may move to have the nomination scheduled for a public hearing and comment period, at which the public may enter comments into the record for consideration. Following the comment period, the Commission may deliberate on the nomination for up to 45 days before recommending to City Council, listing on the register or denying the nomination. Owner consent is typically not required for the Commission to recommend designation, however it was noted that religious properties require owner consent. A. One North Broadway Tacoma Clinic/Edgecliff Apartments Constructed in 1919 at One North Broadway, Tacoma Clinic was converted into the Edgecliff Apartments in 1924, which is eligible for listing to the Tacoma Register of Historic Places under Criteria A, B, and C. The Tacoma Clinic/ Edgecliff Apartments is significant for its role as one of the region s first private medical clinics; its association with renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Edward A. Rich and prominent Tacoma-based architecture firm I:\HISTORIC PRESERVATION\Landmarks Commission\10 Landmarks\Minutes\Draft Minutes\MINUTES_07142010 Draft.doc
Members Mark McIntire, Chair Ross Buffington, Vice Chair Edward Echtle Ken House Imad Al Janabi, PhD. Fred King Megan Luce Bret Maddox, S.E. Ha Pham Pamela Sundell Marshall McClintock, North Slope Ex-Officio Staff Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer Draft MINUTES Landmarks Preservation Commission Community and Economic Development Department Date: July 28, 2010 LPC 106/10 Location: 728 St. Helens, Tacoma Municipal Bldg North, Room 16 Commission Members in Attendance: Ross Buffington Edward Echtle Ken House Imad Al Janabi, PhD. Fred King Bret Maddox, S.E. Mark McIntire Ha Pham Staff Present: Reuben McKnight Others Present: Katie Chase, Michael Sullivan, Katherine Haag, Curtis Morrison, Patricia Mueller Commission Members Absent: Commissioners Megan Luce and Pamela Sundell Chair Mark McIntire called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. 1. PUBLIC HEARING NOMINATION TO THE TACOMA REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Chair Mark McIntire opened the public hearing and presented the hearing instructions. Mr. Reuben McKnight announced that the word North was omitted from the cover of the hearing notice, however the parcel number and all other notices, materials and correspondence included the correct address, which is One North Broadway. Mr. Reuben McKnight delivered notes on general order for nominations to the Tacoma Register of Historic Places. The Tacoma Register listing will follow procedures defined in 13.07.050, and will consist of a minimum of two separate Commission meetings. The initial meeting was on August 26, 2009, and the Commission determined that the property met the threshold criteria in the ordinance for age and integrity and scheduled a public hearing and comment period; at which, the public may enter comments for the record. Following the comment period, the Commission may deliberate on the nomination for up to 45 days before recommending to City Council listing on the register, or denying the nomination. The Tacoma Municipal Code lists six criteria for designation in Chapter 13.07.040. The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comments regarding the nominated property, and to determine if the property meets one or more of the six nomination criteria in the City Ordinance. The Commission may I:\HISTORIC PRESERVATION\Landmarks Commission\10 Landmarks\Minutes\Draft Minutes\MINUTES_07282010 Draft.doc
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 2 of 5 elect to leave the record open until the next regular meeting, or, if no additional comment is warranted, take action on the nomination following public testimony. A. One North Broadway Edgecliff Apartments Mr. Reuben McKnight read the staff report into the record: Constructed in 1919 at One North Broadway, Tacoma Clinic was replaced by Edgecliff Apartments in 1924. The nomination states: The Tacoma Clinic/Edgecliff Apartments is eligible for individual listing to the Tacoma Register of Historic Places under Criteria A, B, and C. The Tacoma Clinic/Edgecliff Apartments is significant under Criterion A for its role as one of the region s first private medical clinics. It is significant under Criterion B for its association with Dr. Edward A. Rich, a renowned orthopedic surgeon in Tacoma as well as throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Tacoma Clinic/Edgecliff Apartments is also significant for its association with the architectural firm of Heath, Gove and Bell, the prominent Tacoma-based architecture firm that designed the building s 1924 renovations. The building is largely intact and the addition designed by Heath, Gove & Bell adds to the building s significance. The Commission voted to forward this property for public comment and additional consideration on July 14, 2010, finding that it appears to meet the Landmarks designation criteria in 13.07.040. Standards to be considered: The property is nominated under the following Tacoma Register Criteria: A. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history; or B. Is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past; or C. Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; This is a nomination for the exterior of the existing building. Mr. McKnight stated that a number of citizens, who are neighbors to Edgecliff Apartments and received the public hearing notice, called to notify staff that the North portion of the address was inadvertently left out of the correct address of One North Broadway on the notice form. The other information including the parcel number and name, etc, was correct. He added that if no additional comments are received, Staff recommended the nomination be forwarded with recommendation for listing to the City Council. Mr. Michael Sullivan, Artifacts Consulting, complimented the new owners on their intention to rehabilitate making improvements to the building. Patricia Meuller asked about maintenance requirements on a historic building. Commissioner Ha Pham stated that she was working with Artifacts Consulting on a different project than the consideration of the Edgecliff Apartments nomination. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, recommend to the City Council that the Edgecliff Apartments be included on the Tacoma Register of Historic Places, including the building exterior at One North Broadway, finding that it meets criteria A, B, and C of the TMC 13.07.040. Motion: Sundell Second: King Motion: Carried 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 3 of 5 Mr. McKnight stated that the nominiaton recommendation is tentatively scheduled at the August 17, 2010 City Council meeting. 2. DESIGN REVIEW A. 1512 N 9 th Street (North Slope Historic District) Mr. McKnight read the Staff Report into the meeting record and follows: At the November 12, 2008 meeting, the Commission voted to defer action on the proposal for a rear kitchen addition pending either the outcome of the required variance for setbacks or re-design of the project to comply with the zoning requirement. On July 15, 2010 the variance was approved for side and rear yard setbacks to allow the connection of the 130 square foot rear addition to the existing dwelling with the detached garage. According to the variance decision and recent discussion with the applicant, no changes to the proposal have been made since 2008. Standards and Analysis to be considered: The full November 12, 2008 Staff Report on this proposal is included at the end of this report. Excerpts from the Staff Analysis follows: Analysis Item 3: The new addition is located on the rear of the house, minimizing the visual impact to the front of the house. Therefore the addition s location meets North Slope Historic District guideline #8, which states that additions to contributing buildings are not discouraged but should be located to conceal the new addition s view from the public right of way. Analysis Item 5: The new addition s proposed roof pitch is 4 in 12; however the applicant is agreeable to changing the addition s pitch, to meet the North Slope Historic District guideline s range of 5:12 to 12:12. An amendment to the proposed roof pitch from 4 in 12 to 5 in 12 will meet guideline #5, which states that slopes of the roofs range between 5:12 to 12:12 or more. The applicant stated to staff that he would change the slope if the Commission requested a 5:12 pitch; no alternative roof design was submitted with the current application. At the November 12, 2008 meeting, the Commission determined and/or discussed the following: 1) Determined the addition would not compromise the integrity of the existing house; 2) Did not finalize the acceptance of the proposed 4:12 roof pitch, which does not meet the North Slope Historic District guidelines for roof pitch ranges between 5:12 to 12:12; the applicant accepted the change to 5:12. Staff Note: The addition s roof is not a primary roof form, so 5:12 or 4:12 results in little difference to the appearance of the structure. Staff recommended adoption of the above and the November 12, 2008 staff analysis as findings, and recommends approval by the Commission. Mr. McKnightt provided clarification that the November 2008 decision for a deferral of a motion by the previous Commission does not reflect on the decision of the proposal, but rather, there was no rationale, in this case, to waive the development standard required for the property owner to obtain a variance. Mr. Curtis Morrison and Ms. Katherine Haag asked for allowance of the proposed 4:12 roof pitch. There was no other discussion. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, accept the analysis as findings, and recommend 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 4 of 5 approval of the proposal as presented, for property at 1512 N 9 th Street. There was clarification that the application as presented includes approval of the 4:12 roof pitch. MOTION: Buffington SECOND:Sundell MOTION: Carried Mr. McKnight stated that a written decision will be forthcoming, and noted staff would be available to sign building permits. B. 1102 A Street (Tacoma Federal Building) Mr. McKnight stated that the applicants requested additional time to prepare information requested by the Commission at the previous meeting in July. Chair Mark McIntire offered the following: I move that we, the Landmakrs Preservation Commission, defer the application proposal at 1102 A Street, until August 11, 2010. MOTION: McIntire SECOND: Maddox MOTION: Carried NEW BUSINESS C. 2106 Pacific Avenue Mr. McKnight reported that Land Use Services Staff contacted him to report the determination was made regarding the text lettering sign did not meet the logo graphic requirements. Mr. McKnight recommended the sign vendor to withdraw the application until a sign application requirements were satisfied. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, defer the consideration of the application for a Sign with logo, until such time the applicant submits a code compliant design, for the property at 2106 Pacific Avenue. MOTION: McIntire SECOND: Al Janabi MOTION: Carried 3. CHAIR COMMENTS There were no comments. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 5 of 5 4. OTHER Announcements: The July 20, 2010 public hearing on the proposed Wedge Historic District is online; the Neighborhoods and Housing Committee will review this item on August 2, 2010; and a first reading is scheduled for the council meeting of August 17, 2010. 624 N J Street: A resident voiced to Staff a concern that the widow s walk approved by the Commission is too tall. There was discussion on the height approved by the Commission and City permit department. The dedication of Ben Gilbert Park is scheduled for August 14, 2010. Other comments included clarification on the upcoming Post Office landscaping and the other proposed elements and landscaping at the proposed McMenamin s and Spanish Steps common area. The meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m. Submitted as True and Correct: Reuben McKnight Historic Preservation Officer 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 2 of 10 of Heath, Gove and Bell which designed the 1924 modifications. Those alterations included raising the roof thus creating a full-fourth story and re-organization of the interior. The building is largely intact retaining its original form. The threshold criteria for Tacoma Register listing are listed at 13.07.040B(1), and include: 1. Property is at least 50 years old at the time of nomination; and 2. The property retains integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association such that it is able to convey its historical, cultural, or architectural significance The purpose of the preliminary meeting was to determine that the age and integrity standards were met. The building was constructed in 1919 with alterations in 1924; both the original structure and the 1924 remodel appear to meet the threshold criteria for consideration. Staff recommended scheduling the nomination for public testimony at a hearing on July 28, 2010. Mr. Michael Sullivan, Artifacts Consulting, Inc., introduced the property, offering that he and Ms.Katie Chase represented the owners, Howard and Florence Welborn, who would be seeking application to the Special Valuation Program on this property. Mr. Sullivan briefly described the original use of the building, its changes and new owners commitment in their approach to the restoration and rehabilitation work. Ms. Katie Chase reviewed the eligibility criteria, original owner, building s location and purpose of the use, and described the building s features and conversion from the medical use to an apartment facility showing historic photos. Mr. Sullivan noted the significance of this building and historic apartment development in the City of Tacoma and adding the national figure of the original owner. There was a comment on the differences in the historic and existing building. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, find the Tacoma Clinic at One North Broadway meets special criteria for age and significance and schedule July 28, 2010, for public hearing on the nomination. MOTION: Buffington SECOND: Luce MOTION: Carried 3. BOARD BRIEFING A. Elks Temple Building, 565 Broadway (Old City Hall Historic District) Elks Temple / McMenamin s Project Team Members: Mario Espinosa, Ankrom Moisan Architects; John McMenamin, Tim Hills, George Signori, AMA; Michael Sullivan, Artifacts Consulting, Inc. The Elks Temple/McMenamin s project team presented the rehabilitation project, including a project overview, discussion of programming and design considerations, exterior modifications, and preliminary plans for site landscaping and treatment. The design plans were distributed to the Commission at the meeting. McMenamin s participation with the City in the exterior landscaping and its maintenance on the Spanish Steps-Elks Building was also presented. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 3 of 10 Commissioners asked about parking, hotel rooms, retail, height of the landscaping to protect the view of the Spanish Steps, project timeline, and commented on the overall vision of the project and coordination of this project with the rehabilitation and reconstruction of the Spanish Steps. 4. DESIGN REVIEW A. 624 N J Street (North Slope Historic District) Ms. Cook read the Staff Report: Built in 1902, this home is a contributing property in the North Slope Special Review District. The current proposal is to re-construct the widow s walk based on what appears to be a historic photo of the original rooftop feature. The proposal includes cedar material for the railing with 2X2 balusters, 6X6 corner posts and caps, and Simpson L-bracket tie down for the attachment method. The house has been altered on the front façade as shown in the historic and existing house photos. The text under the historic photo indicates the 624 N J Street address and the name of the first homeowner. North Slope Historic District Guidelines to be considered: #5. Roof Shapes and Materials. Goal: Utilize traditional roof shapes, pitches, and compatible finish materials on all new structures, porches, additions, and detached outbuildings wherever such elements are visible from the street. Maintain the present roof pitches of existing pivotal, primary, and secondary buildings where such elements are visible from the street. Typically, the existing historic buildings in the neighborhood either have gable roofs with the slopes of the roofs between 5:12 to 12:12 or more, and with the pitch oriented either parallel to or perpendicular to the public right-of-way, or have hipped roofs with roof slopes somewhat lower. Most roofs also have architectural details such as cross gables, dormers, and/or widow s walks to break up the large sloped planes of the roof. Wide roof overhangs, decorative eaves or brackets, and cornices can be creatively used to enhance the appearance of the roof. Secretary of Interior s Standards to be considered: #6. Deteriorated historic features will be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature will match the old in design, color, texture, and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features will be substantiated by documentary and physical evidence. Analysis to be considered: 1. The home on the property is historically significant as a contributing structure in the North Slope Historic District; it was constructed in 1902. As part of the North Slope it is listed on the Tacoma, Washington and National Registers of Historic Places. 2. The Landmarks Preservation Commission has jurisdiction to review and approve, or not approve, changes to this building including new construction per TMC 13.07.095, prior to those changes being made, by virtue of its status as a City Landmark. 3. The proposed cedar widow s walk appears to have been an original rooftop feature, as shown in the historic photo, thus meeting North Slope Historic District Guideline # 5, Roof Shapes and Materials, specifically, for, Most roofs also have architectural details such as cross gables, dormers, and/or widow s walks to break up the large sloped planes of the roof 4. The installation of a widow s walk onto the rooftop as shown in the submitted historic photo meets Secretary of Interior s Standard # 6, specifically, for,...replacement of missing features will be substantiated by documentary and physical evidence. Staff recommended approval of the above analysis as findings and approval of the proposal to the Commission. Mr. Delong affirmed the proposed request as presented. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 4 of 10 There was no discussion. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, adopt the analysis as findings and approve the proposal at 624 N J Street, as submitted. MOTION: Sundell SECOND: King MOTION: Carried Ms. Cook stated that the written decision would be forthcoming. 5. 1102 A Street (Federal Building US Post Office) Mr. Reuben McKnight read the Staff Report: Built in 1908-1910, the Tacoma Federal Building originally housed the U.S. Courthouse, Customs as well as the only remaining user, the US Post Office. The Federal Building is listed on the Tacoma, Washington and National Registers of Historic Places. The current proposal is to install landscape plantings, pavers, and furniture, including an outdoor seasonal mobile coffee stand, onto the private property next to the A Street sidewalk. Modifications include the surrounding hard and softscaping only and will not physically affect the structure. Secretary of Interior s Standards to be considered: 1. A property will be used as it was historically or be given a new use that requires minimal change to its distinctive materials, features, spaces, and spatial relationships. Analysis to be considered: 1. The 1908-1910 constructed Federal Building is historically significant as noted in the nomination narrative, [it] is a fine example of the Second Renaissance Revival design style, and the design reflects the adherence of the Beaux-Arts design tradition as the appropriate mode for federal architecture. The property is listed on the Tacoma, Washington and National Registers of Historic Places. 2. Landmarks Preservation Commission has jurisdiction to review and approve, or not approve, changes to this property per TMC 13.07.095, prior to those changes being made, by virtue of its status as a City Landmark. 3. The light poles and full service restaurant noted or depicted in the design plan are not included with this current proposal. 4. The installation of temporary seasonal chairs, tables, and one coffee stand as well as the proposed boxwood landscaping and stone pavers onto the private property changes the A Street view of the Tacoma Federal Building, however, it does not alter the historic fabric of the building; thus, it appears to meet Secretary of Interior s Standards #1, specifically, for, A property will be used as it was historically or be given a new use that requires minimal change to its distinctive materials, features, spaces, and spatial relationships. In addition, these items are temporary and can be removed without destroying historic building fabric nor does it appear to block pedestrian use of the sidewalk. Staff recommended approval of the above as findings and approval of the proposal. Jon Potter representing A Street Associates and his designer, Mr. Carl, added information on the landscaping, improvement of the streetscape to provide an inviting setting and a sense of security; he also noted information on future plans of bringing back the original three windows on the front elevation and invited the Commission to tour the building. Clarification was provided that the plan for changes to the doors was a future and separate design review item. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 5 of 10 Commissioners asked for clarification on the stone pavers, landscaping, tentative plans for a future tenant, grade curve changes, seasonal use of the space and northwest climate, proposed change in use, the challenges of the current use of the landscaped area as a dog park, and interest in understanding the full scope of the current and final project elements. The Commission requested additional detail including the extent of the plantings and hardscape elements as well as scheduling a site visit by the Architectural Review Committee. The Commission asked Staff to invite the City Arborist to the next meeting if the Arborist was involved in the proposal. There was arecommendation by Chair Mark McIntire: I recommend that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, defer consideration of the proposal at 1102 A Street, in lieu of the Architectural Review Committee meeting to visit the site on July 21, 2010, and subsequent review would be on the July 28, 2010 agenda of the Commission. MOTION: McIntire SECOND: Maddox MOTION: Carried Mr. McKnight summarized the next steps: ARC meeting at 5:00 p.m. on July 21, 2010 at the site; formal consideration of the current proposal on July 28, 2010. 6. 2102 S C St (Union Station Conservation District) Mr. McKnight stated that he would summarize the following Staff Report details. This is a proposal to construct a new hotel building (Hotel Concepts) on the lot presently occupied by a nonhistoric building and a surface parking lot at the intersection of South 21 st and C Streets. The site is located within the Union Station Conservation District and is adjacent to the Union-Depot Warehouse Historic District, which is listed on the Tacoma, Washington and National Registers of Historic Places. The non-historic building that will be demolished is part of the former Heidelberg Brewery complex and was used for offices; the age of this building is not known and recent Staff research did not indicate the exact age, but it was significantly altered through remodel and rebuilding projects resulting in the loss of most if not all of its façade details and original building fabric including on the additions. The following reviews have been conducted on this project: August 12, 2009: Re-designed project briefing to the Commission (briefing item) September 24, 2008: Project design application (motion to defer) December 12, 2007: Project briefing and introduction (minutes enclosed) In 2007, the initial design (see enclosed design plan) included the demolition of the Heidelberg Brewery Building, which is not part of the current proposal; at that time, the Commission included many comments regarding the height, length, scale, industrial neighborhood context, storefront street level facades, color, and façade elements such as the large flat expanses between the pilasters, large parapet arches, corbel brackets and window configuration. The comments were considered in the current application. The current proposal is a multi-level hotel building in which three stories will house parking, lobby and meeting facilities. This proposal was presented to the Commission as a briefing item at the August 12, 2009 meeting. A summary of the changes to the proposal since the initial presentation on December 2007 includes the following: Removal of the Heidelberg property from the footprint of the hotel; using a single-color brick façade and adding stucco façade onto the top floor versus several colors and material mix. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 6 of 10 designing a simple roof parapet versus the expansive arches; use of fewer flattened pilasters; adding third floor setbacks to transition the scale of the proposal with the neighboring buildings; addition of larger windows with canopies over the street level windows, and use of vertical oriented upper story windows that fill the bay between pilasters; the proposed building features roof lines similar to neighboring Heidelberg Building and adjacent structures, which includes flat roofs with a simple cornice; window system for the guest rooms incorporates the air condition unit into one assembly, allowing for a more cohesive system; two 6 X10 signs are proposed on the North and East facades as shown in the submittal package; Additional information was requested by Staff on the sign proposal, such as materials and design details; Note: Staff requested the proponent to present differences made to the current proposal from the briefing in August 2009. The Commission s demolition review process for noncontributing buildings includes two basic steps: 1) affirmation of noncontributing status, and 2) approval of a new design. The new design and noncontributing status must be approved by the Landmarks Preservation Commission prior to the issuance of demolition permits. Specific exemptions from requirements for buildings listed as noncontributing, but are still subject to Commission approval on exterior changes, and submittal of a timeline, financing, and design plans, which were submitted in the application. This application consists of two separate actionable items by the Commission: 1. Affirm that the non-historic building adjacent to the vacant lot is a noncontributing structure in the Historic District, and approve the demolition of this structure; the enclosed site plan identifies the structure. 2. Approve the project timeline and design of the new proposed structure. Union Station Design Guidelines (TMC 13.07.270) for Height, Scale, Materials, Storefront Design, Awnings, Color and Waiver Requirements, to be considered: TMC 13.07.150, Demolition of City Landmarks Specific Exemptions, Section C: Objects, sites, and improvements that have been identified by the Landmarks Preservation Commission specifically as noncontributing within their respective Historic Special Review or Conservation District buildings inventory at the preliminary meeting, provided that a timeline, financing, and design for a suitable replacement structure have been approved by the Landmarks Preservation Commission pursuant to Section 13.07.095 of this chapter, or such requirements have been waived pursuant to TMC 13.07.130.A. Landmarks Preservation Commission, Administrative Procedures (Bylaws), Section 3: Historic District Rules and Policies: C. Union Depot/Warehouse District Guidelines Interpretations, #2, Exterior Materials, Contemporary building materials for new construction, such as glass, steel, concrete and masonry have been determined to be acceptable for the district. Secretary of Interior s Standards for Rehabilitation to be considered: #9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction will not destroy historic materials, features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property. The new work will be differentiated from the old and will be compatible with the historic materials, features, size, scale and proportion, and massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 7 of 10 Staff Analysis to be considered: 1. The building site is within the Union Station Conservation District, and therefore, new construction requires the review and approval of the Landmarks Preservation Commission per TMC 13.07.095, prior to any permits being issued or construction activity occurring. 2. Applicable for consideration include TMC 13.07.270 for building design review in the Union Depot- Warehouse Historic District/Union Station Conservation District. 3. The building proposed to be demolished is within the Union Station Conservation District, and therefore is not included in the Union Depot Historic District buildings inventory. Investigation by staff using aerial photographs and Sanborn maps indicates that the building is over 50 years of age; however, it lacks any distinguishing architectural features, known historical associations, or original exterior elements. Therefore, it is a nonhistoric noncontributing structure, thus meeting the criteria outlined in TMC 13.07.150, Demolition of City Landmarks Specific Exemptions, Section C: Objects, sites, and improvements that have been identified by the Landmarks Preservation Commission specifically as noncontributing within their respective Historic Special Review or Conservation District buildings inventory at the preliminary meeting, provided that a timeline, financing, and design for a suitable replacement structure have been approved by the Landmarks Preservation Commission pursuant to Section 13.07.095 of this chapter, or such requirements have been waived pursuant to TMC 13.07.130.A 4. Height. The Union Station guidelines include a maximum height of 85 based on the height of the Union Station dome. While most of the structure meets this height limit, the proposed project includes several areas that are above 85, including heights of 90, 94, and 95 8. Because this building is south of 21 st Street, and several blocks west of Pacific Avenue, this additional height does not appear to present a significant adverse effect on views of Union Station, or detract from its character as a pivotal structure in the district. In addition, the project site is located within the Conservation District, which suggests that there be additional flexibility in the application of the design guidelines. The Landmarks Preservation Commission may waive certain guidelines according to TMC 13.07.270, 3. F. 5. Scale. The design guidelines define scale as the overall comparative relationship between a building and the neighboring construction, as well as the relationship between individual elements within the façade. The design guidelines referred to basic blocks as being 50 feet wide, 100 deep and four stories tall. Due to site conditions, this guideline does not appear applicable. The 2100 block of C Street differed from the predominant form in the district; it is 120 long at 21 st Street and approximately 180 wide at midblock. Thus, the site was larger than typical sites along Pacific Avenue. The guideline stipulate that window and door frames, floor heights and other façade elements should relate to surrounding buildings. The combination of window configuration that includes the air conditioning units created a design that appears to meet this standard. Pilaster construction: the pilasters serve to break up the planar surfaces of the façade and are a reference to some of the construction style on the original Heidelberg Building. The current proposal reduces the number of pilasters (from the August 2009 plan). The parapet arches and dentils were eliminated in this proposal; the parapet is a flat simple style which may be a more appropriate design within the surrounding industrial neighborhood. 6. Materials/color. The guidelines state that the predominant material in the district is masonry, such as brick, granite and terra cotta, and limit the color palette. The proposed exterior materials include one color of brick and one story of stucco façade, and slate tile at the pedestrian level. Since the August 2009 design, stucco was added onto the North portion of the Hood Street (West) Elevation, which will be reviewed at the Commission meeting. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 8 of 10 The 21 st Street elevation design plan appears to have a different exterior material on the upper area proposed for the hotel sign. This item will be reviewed at the Commission meeting. 7. Storefronts. The design guidelines encourage street level retail and storefronts that are consistent in scale between buildings. Because this is a new construction that is not near any historically retail area, consistency between buildings is not a strong consideration. However, the previous recommendation was to widen the bay width fenestration, with retail windows which was considered in this current proposal, thus appearing to meet the guideline. 8. Awnings. Awnings are encouraged by the design guidelines and are intended to be traditionally configured, retractable, canvas-like and without lighting. In this case, the design guidelines appear to be specifically referring to fabric awnings, and therefore are not specifically applicable. The project is proposing rigid steel canopies. While not addressed by the design guidelines, these are not without precedent in the district many of the loading bays in the district had rigid canopies, and the Mattress Factory and Morris-Miller Building at 21 st and Pacific were recently approved for metal entry canopies. Thus, considering SOI Standard #9, these appear to be a suitable application. 9. Massing: The previously prepared massing models assisted in providing a sense of the building in three dimensions; the several setbacks helped to transition from the lower to higher height buildings to fit within the surrounding neighborhood. 10. Sense of Entry: The proposed one street entrance includes a drive through area with canopies. 11. Signs: The guidelines state that signs shall not dominate the building facades or obscure architectural features, and size and individual letters shall be an appropriate scale for pedestrians and slow-moving traffic. The two proposed signs are 6 X10 on both the north and east elevations. Staff requested the proponent to present information regarding the materials, illumination, and other sign details at the Commission meeting. 12. The composition of the façade on the proposed new building within the Conservation District has been simplified as recommended; exterior materials, overall scale, including architectural details, and the reduced number of colors have increased its appropriateness, thus, it appears to meet Secretary of Interior s Standard #9, for, New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction will not destroy historic materials, features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property. The new work will be differentiated from the old and will be compatible with the historic materials, features, size, scale and proportion and massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment. 13. The non historic building appears to meet TMC 13.07.150, Demolition of City Landmarks Specific Exemptions Section C: Objects, sites, and improvements that have been identified by the Landmarks Preservation Commission specifically as noncontributing within their respective Historic Special Review or Conservation District buildings inventory at the preliminary meeting, provided that a timeline, financing, and design for a suitable replacement structure have been approved by the Landmarks Preservation Commission pursuant to Section 13.07.095 of this chapter, or such requirements have been waived pursuant to TMC 13.07.130.A 14. The recently adopted Downtown Element of the Comprehensive Plan (2008) contains specific language regarding the Prairie Line Multi-Use Trail, including design recommendations and policies regarding shadowing and massing. These policies have not been adopted into the Regulatory Code, but as a part of the Comprehensive Plan may affect the project design as it proceeds through the SEPA review process. Notable elements include: 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 9 of 10 3. New buildings adjacent to the Prairie Line should be set-back from the existi ng r.o.w. Uses such as cafes, porches, and loading docks may be located within the set-back. Buildings fronting the Prairie Line should contain one or all of the following: A porch-like outlook Balconies Public/ Private open space Seating areas Retail or cafes Workshops or loading docks 4. The Prairie Line should be considered a sunlight access priority area where there are restrictions on shadowing by development. Buildings adjacent should mitigate bulk and volume through appropriate siting, and the use of significant transparency to complement the trail. While these items are not within the Commission s standards and criteria for consideration contained in TMC 13.07, they are presented for the Commission s information, as they may ultimately affect the project design. Staff recommended approval of the analysis as findings and recommends 1) a finding of noncontributing status for the existing building onsite, and 2) defers recommendation on the design plan pending additional detail presented at the meeting is satisfactory to the Commission. Mr. Don Johnson, DJ Architecture, presented highlights of the proposed building s features in comparison to previous proposals; he provided specific information in response to the Commission s previous guidance, including scale, massing, height, proportions, and materials. He talked about the pilasters, column type elements, the warehouse appearance using bricks, reveals, cornice, colors, as well as camouflaging the parking structure with brick. Five story roof tower set back on Hood Street elevation, and the possibility of a pocket park opportunity. He included details onthe signage and canopies. There was discussion on the proposed canopies protecting the windows versus the pedestrian and the challenge of the slope in that location. Chair Mark McIntire asked about the first portion on the project, which is the contributing or noncontributing status for the existing building on the site and proposed for demolition; he added the second action requested of the Commisson was the construction schedule, financing plan, and design plan for the new building. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, find the existing building at 2102 C Street is a noncontributing structure within the Union Station Conservation District and there is no objection to the proposed demolition as required in TMC 13.07.150. MOTION: House SECOND: Luce MOTION: Carried Property owner Mr. Faruq Ramzanalli addressed the financing plan stating that they have the funds to complete the project with the lender Wells Fargo, in which a letter of credit was submitted. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/14/2010, p. 10 of 10 There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, approve the project timeline and proposed design at 2102 C Street as presented. MOTION: Buffington SECOND: Al Janabi MOTION: Carried Mr. McKnight stated that the formal written approval would be forthcoming. He added that Staff would be in contact with permitting staff on the status of the Commission s decision. 7. OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements included 1) the upcoming city council meetings scheduled for consideration of the proposed Wedge Neighborhood Historic District, and 2) on the new mural at Gilbert Park. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m. Submitted as True and Correct: Reuben McKnight Historic Preservation Officer 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
Members Mark McIntire, Chair Ross Buffington, Vice Chair Edward Echtle Ken House Imad Al Janabi, PhD. Fred King Megan Luce Bret Maddox, S.E. Ha Pham Pamela Sundell Marshall McClintock, North Slope Ex-Officio Staff Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer Draft MINUTES Landmarks Preservation Commission Community and Economic Development Department Date: July 28, 2010 LPC 106/10 Location: 728 St. Helens, Tacoma Municipal Bldg North, Room 16 Commission Members in Attendance: Ross Buffington Edward Echtle Ken House Imad Al Janabi, PhD. Fred King Bret Maddox, S.E. Mark McIntire Ha Pham Staff Present: Reuben McKnight Others Present: Katie Chase, Michael Sullivan, Katherine Haag, Curtis Morrison, Patricia Mueller Commission Members Absent: Commissioners Megan Luce and Pamela Sundell Chair Mark McIntire called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. 1. PUBLIC HEARING NOMINATION TO THE TACOMA REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Chair Mark McIntire opened the public hearing and presented the hearing instructions. Mr. Reuben McKnight announced that the word North was omitted from the cover of the hearing notice, however the parcel number and all other notices, materials and correspondence included the correct address, which is One North Broadway. Mr. Reuben McKnight delivered notes on general order for nominations to the Tacoma Register of Historic Places. The Tacoma Register listing will follow procedures defined in 13.07.050, and will consist of a minimum of two separate Commission meetings. The initial meeting was on August 26, 2009, and the Commission determined that the property met the threshold criteria in the ordinance for age and integrity and scheduled a public hearing and comment period; at which, the public may enter comments for the record. Following the comment period, the Commission may deliberate on the nomination for up to 45 days before recommending to City Council listing on the register, or denying the nomination. The Tacoma Municipal Code lists six criteria for designation in Chapter 13.07.040. The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comments regarding the nominated property, and to determine if the property meets one or more of the six nomination criteria in the City Ordinance. The Commission may I:\HISTORIC PRESERVATION\Landmarks Commission\10 Landmarks\Minutes\Draft Minutes\MINUTES_07282010 Draft.doc
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 2 of 5 elect to leave the record open until the next regular meeting, or, if no additional comment is warranted, take action on the nomination following public testimony. A. One North Broadway Edgecliff Apartments Mr. Reuben McKnight read the staff report into the record: Constructed in 1919 at One North Broadway, Tacoma Clinic was replaced by Edgecliff Apartments in 1924. The nomination states: The Tacoma Clinic/Edgecliff Apartments is eligible for individual listing to the Tacoma Register of Historic Places under Criteria A, B, and C. The Tacoma Clinic/Edgecliff Apartments is significant under Criterion A for its role as one of the region s first private medical clinics. It is significant under Criterion B for its association with Dr. Edward A. Rich, a renowned orthopedic surgeon in Tacoma as well as throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Tacoma Clinic/Edgecliff Apartments is also significant for its association with the architectural firm of Heath, Gove and Bell, the prominent Tacoma-based architecture firm that designed the building s 1924 renovations. The building is largely intact and the addition designed by Heath, Gove & Bell adds to the building s significance. The Commission voted to forward this property for public comment and additional consideration on July 14, 2010, finding that it appears to meet the Landmarks designation criteria in 13.07.040. Standards to be considered: The property is nominated under the following Tacoma Register Criteria: A. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history; or B. Is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past; or C. Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; This is a nomination for the exterior of the existing building. Mr. McKnight stated that a number of citizens, who are neighbors to Edgecliff Apartments and received the public hearing notice, called to notify staff that the North portion of the address was inadvertently left out of the correct address of One North Broadway on the notice form. The other information including the parcel number and name, etc, was correct. He added that if no additional comments are received, Staff recommended the nomination be forwarded with recommendation for listing to the City Council. Mr. Michael Sullivan, Artifacts Consulting, complimented the new owners on their intention to rehabilitate making improvements to the building. Patricia Meuller asked about maintenance requirements on a historic building. Commissioner Ha Pham stated that she was working with Artifacts Consulting on a different project than the consideration of the Edgecliff Apartments nomination. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, recommend to the City Council that the Edgecliff Apartments be included on the Tacoma Register of Historic Places, including the building exterior at One North Broadway, finding that it meets criteria A, B, and C of the TMC 13.07.040. Motion: Sundell Second: King Motion: Carried 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 3 of 5 Mr. McKnight stated that the nominiaton recommendation is tentatively scheduled at the August 17, 2010 City Council meeting. 2. DESIGN REVIEW A. 1512 N 9 th Street (North Slope Historic District) Mr. McKnight read the Staff Report into the meeting record and follows: At the November 12, 2008 meeting, the Commission voted to defer action on the proposal for a rear kitchen addition pending either the outcome of the required variance for setbacks or re-design of the project to comply with the zoning requirement. On July 15, 2010 the variance was approved for side and rear yard setbacks to allow the connection of the 130 square foot rear addition to the existing dwelling with the detached garage. According to the variance decision and recent discussion with the applicant, no changes to the proposal have been made since 2008. Standards and Analysis to be considered: The full November 12, 2008 Staff Report on this proposal is included at the end of this report. Excerpts from the Staff Analysis follows: Analysis Item 3: The new addition is located on the rear of the house, minimizing the visual impact to the front of the house. Therefore the addition s location meets North Slope Historic District guideline #8, which states that additions to contributing buildings are not discouraged but should be located to conceal the new addition s view from the public right of way. Analysis Item 5: The new addition s proposed roof pitch is 4 in 12; however the applicant is agreeable to changing the addition s pitch, to meet the North Slope Historic District guideline s range of 5:12 to 12:12. An amendment to the proposed roof pitch from 4 in 12 to 5 in 12 will meet guideline #5, which states that slopes of the roofs range between 5:12 to 12:12 or more. The applicant stated to staff that he would change the slope if the Commission requested a 5:12 pitch; no alternative roof design was submitted with the current application. At the November 12, 2008 meeting, the Commission determined and/or discussed the following: 1) Determined the addition would not compromise the integrity of the existing house; 2) Did not finalize the acceptance of the proposed 4:12 roof pitch, which does not meet the North Slope Historic District guidelines for roof pitch ranges between 5:12 to 12:12; the applicant accepted the change to 5:12. Staff Note: The addition s roof is not a primary roof form, so 5:12 or 4:12 results in little difference to the appearance of the structure. Staff recommended adoption of the above and the November 12, 2008 staff analysis as findings, and recommends approval by the Commission. Mr. McKnightt provided clarification that the November 2008 decision for a deferral of a motion by the previous Commission does not reflect on the decision of the proposal, but rather, there was no rationale, in this case, to waive the development standard required for the property owner to obtain a variance. Mr. Curtis Morrison and Ms. Katherine Haag asked for allowance of the proposed 4:12 roof pitch. There was no other discussion. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, accept the analysis as findings, and recommend 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 4 of 5 approval of the proposal as presented, for property at 1512 N 9 th Street. There was clarification that the application as presented includes approval of the 4:12 roof pitch. MOTION: Buffington SECOND:Sundell MOTION: Carried Mr. McKnight stated that a written decision will be forthcoming, and noted staff would be available to sign building permits. B. 1102 A Street (Tacoma Federal Building) Mr. McKnight stated that the applicants requested additional time to prepare information requested by the Commission at the previous meeting in July. Chair Mark McIntire offered the following: I move that we, the Landmakrs Preservation Commission, defer the application proposal at 1102 A Street, until August 11, 2010. MOTION: McIntire SECOND: Maddox MOTION: Carried NEW BUSINESS C. 2106 Pacific Avenue Mr. McKnight reported that Land Use Services Staff contacted him to report the determination was made regarding the text lettering sign did not meet the logo graphic requirements. Mr. McKnight recommended the sign vendor to withdraw the application until a sign application requirements were satisfied. There was a motion: I move that we, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, defer the consideration of the application for a Sign with logo, until such time the applicant submits a code compliant design, for the property at 2106 Pacific Avenue. MOTION: McIntire SECOND: Al Janabi MOTION: Carried 3. CHAIR COMMENTS There were no comments. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
LPC Minutes 07/28/2010, Page 5 of 5 4. OTHER Announcements: The July 20, 2010 public hearing on the proposed Wedge Historic District is online; the Neighborhoods and Housing Committee will review this item on August 2, 2010; and a first reading is scheduled for the council meeting of August 17, 2010. 624 N J Street: A resident voiced to Staff a concern that the widow s walk approved by the Commission is too tall. There was discussion on the height approved by the Commission and City permit department. The dedication of Ben Gilbert Park is scheduled for August 14, 2010. Other comments included clarification on the upcoming Post Office landscaping and the other proposed elements and landscaping at the proposed McMenamin s and Spanish Steps common area. The meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m. Submitted as True and Correct: Reuben McKnight Historic Preservation Officer 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002 Website: www.tacomaculture.org
Landmarks Preservation Commission Community & Economic Development Department STAFF REPORT LPC 104/10 October 13, 2010 SPECIAL TAX VALUATION APPLICATIONS OVERVIEW WAC 254-20 enables local governments adopt local legislation to provide special valuation of historic properties that have been rehabilitated. With regard to the application review process, state law authorizes local historic review boards to determine: 1. Whether the property is included within a class of historic property determined eligible for special valuation by the local legislative authority under an ordinance or administrative rule (in Tacoma, this means properties defined as City Landmarks); 2. Whether the property has been rehabilitated at a cost equal to or exceeding 25% of the assessed improvement value at the beginning of the project within twenty-four months prior to the date of application; and 3. Whether the property has not been altered in any way which adversely affects those elements which qualify it as historically significant. If the local review board finds that the property satisfies all three of the above requirements, then it shall, on behalf of the local jurisdiction, enter into an agreement with the owner which, at a minimum, includes the provisions set forth in WAC 254-20-120. Upon execution of said agreement between the owner and the local review board, the local review board shall approve the application. Per TMC 1.42, the Tacoma Landmarks Commission is the local body that approves applications for Special Tax Valuation. Fred Roberson,Owner AGENDA ITEM 3A: 1224 Tacoma Avenue So (Olympic Garage) ANALYSIS Property Eligibility: Designated City Landmark, April 2008 Rehabilitation Cost Claimed: $391,876.94 Assessed Improvement Value Prior to Rehabilitation: $45,100.00 Rehabilitation percentage of assessed value: 832% Project Period: Appropriateness of Rehabilitation: 10/08 to 09/10 (approximately 24mo) Exterior work that occurred during the past two years; (approval by Commission in 09/2008 and administrative approval, August 2010) RECOMMENDATIONS Staff has reviewed the itemized expense sheet and recommends approval of this application in the amount of $375,305.30, reflecting a deduction of $16,571.64 from the original claimed amount for improvements made outside the perimeter of the property including sidewalk improvements, parking lot, and landscaping items. 747 Market Street, Room 1036 Tacoma, Washington 98402 Phone (253) 591-5200 Fax (253) 591-2002
Page 2 of 2 DESIGN REVIEW OLD BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM 3A: 1102 A Street (Federal Building) Jim Brown AIA, LEED AP, Urbanadd Architects BACKGROUND Ryan Rhodes Designs and Urbanadd Architects have been engaged by A Street Associates, LLC to help design and document the proposed enhancements to the downtown Tacoma Post Office. A revised package of drawings was submitted on the proposed exterior enhancements of the site, including more detailed information on the new main entry doors. The package is enclosed with the Commission packets. The Commission reviewed this proposal at several recent Commission meetings, as summarized below: July 14, 2010: design proposal was deferred by the Commission July 21, 2010: site visit by Architectural Review Committee August 11, 2010: approval in concept with request for final plan review by the Commission, with the exception of the three main entry doors, which were delegated to administrative review. The Commission requested clarification on coffee stand details (mobile or more permanent unit); landscaping plan with grading, front entrance door details, retaining walls, and the details of the new entrance area and new door. The information in this week s packet was submitted by the applicant in response to the Commission s information requests. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff defers recommendation to the Commission. BOARD BRIEFINGS AGENDA ITEM 6A: 747 Market St (Tacoma Municipal Building and TMB North) Gene Grulich, AIA, BLRB Gene Grulich will introduce the project team, scope of work and initial schedule to provide design services for the repairs and cleaning of the Municipal Buildings. BOARD BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM 7A: Correspondence Staff will report on a recent request for a letter of support regarding the Fort Nisqually Foundation application for the Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund. A copy of the letter is enclosed with Commission packets. PENDING AGENDA ITEMS October 27, 2010 Public Hearing Historic Schools Nomination and Beutel Residence Nomination ***
Submittal Package from Ryan Rhodes Designs and Urbanadd Architects October 1, 2010 Jim Brown, AIA, LEED AP Some of the key features that have been refined include: Detailed drawings have been included for approval of the three new main entry doors. The new door and opening at the north east corner will be of the same character. A decision has been made to make the coffee stand fully mobile, with two hook-up locations on the café or southeast plaza. A landscape plan that more accurately describes the plant types and locations. A more detailed design of the proposed new entry at the north east corner of the building, including stair, ramp and stepped seating areas. A charcoal gray colored paver is now being proposed. All new curbs, ramps, stairs and retaining walls will also be a charcoal gray integrally colored cast in place concrete. There will be no penetrations into the existing curbs, steps, or balustrades of the existing building. The fencing has been further reduced in height and will only be constructed on top of new curbs and retaining walls. There will need to be some alteration to the existing building to connect the new entry to the new northeast plaza (over the existing areaway). Great care will be taken to respect the existing building. Character drawings have been included to show how the spaces might look with the previously approved chairs, tables and umbrellas. We do understand that detailed drawings will need to be provided (dimensioned drawings, grading and drainage plans, retaining walls, handrails, guardrails, etc.) to allow permits to be issued and those drawings have been started. Our hope with this package is to receive continued approval of the design approach so that when the detail drawings are completed we will be ready for permits to be issued shortly after. Design Plans follow
Alley Alley Useable Area 3,180 SF USPS Useable Area 7,860 SF Loading Area Lobby North Entry S. 12th St. Lobby New Entry Doors See Page 7 Main Entry New Access Point New Access Point New Entry UP Sidewalk S. 11th St. DN Cafe Seating Cafe Plaza Plaza Seating Upper Plaza UP UP UP UP Sidewalk Sidewalk A Street Associates, LLC 420 E. 18th St. Tacoma, WA 98421 A Street A Street Overall Ground Level Plan 1936 First Avenue South Seattle WA 98134 206 274 8020 Tacoma Post Office October 1st, 2010 Initial Concept Sketch Page 1 of 7
Cafe Seating Cafe Plaza Main Entry Plaza Seating Upper Plaza Section Through Plazas New door to be installed in existing window opening. See page 7 for character of new door. See Page 7 for enlarged elevation showing details of new doors, Cafe Seating Cafe Plaza Main Entry Plaza Seating Upper Plaza East Elevation A Street Associates, LLC 420 E. 18th St. Tacoma, WA 98421 1936 First Avenue South Seattle WA 98134 206 274 8020 See Page 7 for Details Main Entry Concept Sketch Tacoma Post Office October 1st, 2010 Page 2 of 7
Mutual Materials Paver Glacier Slate Slab Color: Charcoal Size: 24 x24 Cafe Umbrellas Metal and Wood Stand Color: Varied Colors Cafe Tables and Chairs Wrought Iron Color: Black Cast in place concrete: Stairs, ramps, curbs, stepped seating and retaining walls. Integral color: Scofield Standard Color C-24 Charcoal Main Entry Existing Areaway Hedge Seating Area Stepped Seating Stair Seating Area New Accessible Entry Bridge over Areaway Upper Plaza Existing Areaway Seating Area Stair Existing Ramp Sidewalk S. 11th St. Hedge Fence Stair Sidewalk New Ramp 1:12 Max. Slope Retaining Wall Existing Street Trees A Street Upper Plaza Plan A Street Associates, LLC 420 E. 18th St. Tacoma, WA 98421 36 Tall Typ. Typical fence section: BFC Heavy, Style 002 (without arrow head tops) Galva-Guard I Color: BFC 13, Black Jean Marie Rhododendron PJM Rhododendron Hedges: Northern Beauty Japanese Holly 1936 First Avenue South Seattle WA 98134 206 274 8020 Concrete Curb or Retaining wall depending on location Perimeter Fence Detail Landscaping Tacoma Post Office October 1st, 2010 Page 3 of 7
Mutual Materials Paver Glacier Slate Slab Color: Charcoal Size: 24 x24 Cafe Umbrellas Metal and Wood Stand Color: Varied Colors Fixed Wood Benches Cafe Tables and Chairs Wrought Iron Color: Black Cast in place concrete: Stairs, ramps, curbs, stepped seating and retaining walls. Integral color: Scofield Standard Color C-24 Charcoal Main Entry S. 12th St. Stair Hedge Seating Area Stepped Seating Area Stair Cafe Plaza Seating Area Hedge Fence Stair Flag Pole Mobile Coffee Cart Two hook-up locations Ramp Sidewalk A Street Cafe Plaza Plan A Street Associates, LLC 420 E. 18th St. Tacoma, WA 98421 36 Tall Typ. Typical fence section: BFC Heavy, Style 002 (without arrow head tops) Galva-Guard I Color: BFC 13, Black Japanese Snowbell Irish Yew Tree Silver King Euonymus Evergold Sedge Jean Marie Rhododendron Hedges: Northern Beauty Japanese Holly PJM Rhododendron 1936 First Avenue South Seattle WA 98134 206 274 8020 Concrete Curb or Retaining wall depending on location Perimeter Fence Detail Landscaping Tacoma Post Office October 1st, 2010 Page 4 of 7
New stair Hedge Cast in place concrete: Stairs, ramps, curbs, stepped seating and retaining walls. New access ramp behind hedge Main Entry Typical fence section: (Shown non-continuous for clarity) Upper Plaza Elevation Stepped Seating Hedge New Accessible Entry Landscape per plans Existing ramp beyond Main Entry A Street Associates, LLC 420 E. 18th St. Tacoma, WA 98421 Upper Plaza Section 1936 First Avenue South Seattle WA 98134 206 274 8020 Tacoma Post Office October 1st, 2010 Page 5 of 7
Flag Pole Typical fence section: (Shown non-continuous for clarity) Hedge Cast in place concrete: Stairs, ramps, curbs, stepped seating and retaining walls. Cafe Plaza Elevation Fixed Wood Benches Landscape per plans Hedge Cast in place concrete: Stairs, ramps, curbs, stepped seating and retaining walls. Main Entry A Street Associates, LLC 420 E. 18th St. Tacoma, WA 98421 Cafe Plaza Section 1936 First Avenue South Seattle WA 98134 206 274 8020 Tacoma Post Office October 1st, 2010 Page 6 of 7
A Street Associates, LLC 420 E. 18th St. Tacoma, WA 98421 1936 First Avenue South Seattle WA 98134 206 274 8020 Main Entry Door Details Tacoma Post Office October 1st, 2010 Page 7 of 7