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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985 11-26 HPB Meeting Minutes RegularA G E N D A EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1985 AT 7:30 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM I. Approval of the Minutes: October 22, 1985 II. Plan Review: Proposed dwelling at 4528 Bruce Avenue III. Model Home "H", Edina Country Club District 4611 Edina Boulevard IV. Other Business V. Next Meeting Date: December 17, 1985 at 7:30 p.m. VI. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1985 AT 7:30 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chairman, Gordon Stuart, Tom Martinson, Gary Nyberg, Cy Stuppy and Lois Wilder STAFF PRESENT: Harold Sand I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Martinson moved approval of the October 22, 1985 minutes as submitted. Mr. Nyberg seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried. II. PLAN REVIEW: Proposed dwelling at 4528 Bruce Avenue. Mr. Sand said that Mr. John Eckley, project designer indicated that plans would be delivered. However, nothing has been received. Mr. Eckley indicated at a later time that he has been too busy to complete the plans. Mr. Martinson said that he has not been contacted by Mr. Eckley. No action taken. III. Model Home "H" Edina Country Club District 4611 Edina Boulevard. Mr. Sand said that this item is on the agenda for an informal review at the request of the proponent Mr. and Mrs. Buzz Schmidt. They have a purchase agreement for the house at 4611 Edina Boulevard and they wish to construct a large addition on the rear of the dwelling. The addition will require side yard and/or lot coverage variances and the staff anticipates a variance condition requiring review of the plans by the HPB due to the historic and architectural significance of the dwelling. The proponent is represented this evening by his father Mr. Arthur Schmidt. Mr. Sand said that the house is located in the Edina Country Club District, Brown Section which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places but is not zoned HPD Heritage Preservation District according to the Edina Zoning Ordinance. The house is one of eight model homes designed by Jack Liebenberg of Liebenberg and Kaplan Architects for Thorpe Brothers Inc., for promotion of the District and lot sales. The design of the model homes set the architectural standard for the District which is one of the significant elements in the National Register nomination. The dwelling is a two story red brick structure designed in the Georgian Colonial Revival style. The dwelling interior and exterior is remarkabley close to the architectural plans and the only exception is the elimination of the fan window above the front entry. Mr. Sand said that for a number of years, the model home "H was thought to be at 4613 Edina Boulevard which is the address used in the architects correspondence. However, that dwelling is an American Colonial Revival style with wood clapboard siding and it does not match the plans. Staff recently determined that the correct address for model home "H" is 4611 Edina Boulevard because the plans are identical and the design is unique in the district. Mr. Sand said that the proponent has not settled on a final building plan and they have presented several options. The revised plans submitted today were distributed before the meeting. The proposed addition will enlarge the attached garage and replace the three season porch which was added in 1957. The proposed addition will be a two story structure the full width of the dwelling with a family room on the ground floor and bedrooms and baths on the second floor. The proponent indicates that the exterior materials and design will match the existing structure. Mr. Arthur Schmidt said that he prepared the revised drawings and they were trying to comply with,the staff suggestions as much as possible within his son's space needs. Mr. Martinson commented that the addition almost doubles the size of the dwelling and it appears to be squeezing the maximum on a small lot. The plans are not complete enough to take a position however, this does not appear to be an addition but a transformation of the house. The design would have to be handled extremely carefully. Mr. Schmidt said that Phil Dommer, Associate Planner said the variance would be approved unless there was an objection from the neighborhood. Mr. Gary Nyberg asked about the notification for the variance and commented on the large wall facing the northerly adjacent neighbors. The limited rear yards in the Country Club District are not adequate for children. The addition takes two feet more of the year yard and a substantial volume of light and air in the rear. Mr. Schmidt said that the present owners did not know that there is any historic significance to the house and they are quite concerned about any delay. Mr. Schmidt assured the Board that they would bear down to make sure everything was done right to complete the addition. The Board concluded that they could not act on the proposal without a referral from the Board of Appeals and Adjustments and that more detailed plans were required. Mr. Martinson moved that there was not enough information present to make an informed judgement however, there is extreme concern about changes in the character of the building. Mr. Stuppy seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried. The Board generally discussed the idea of recommending a rezoning of the Country Club District to Heritage Preservation District. It was noted that the rezoning was discussed previously but rejected due to the substantial increase in the workload. The Board asked staff to consult with the City Manager about the issue and the idea of polling neighborhood leaders about the residents opinion. The Board would be happy to assist the neighborhood if the residents wanted regulation. The Board discussed application deadlines before the meeting to avoid last minute requests without adequate supporting documents. The Baord also discussed rules of order and proceedures for a public hearing to avoid interruptions and maintain order. All questions and requests to speak should be addressed to the Chairman. No further action taken. IV. OTHER BUSINESS: A. Historic Markers Program Gordon Stuart said he was contacted by Donna Skagerberg of the Edina Historical Society concerning the status of the Historic Markers Program. Lois Wilder indicated that she was on the original Bicentennial Commission and she thought the locations were all selected and the design was completed. The information should be at Foster Dunwiddies office. Lois Wilder said due to a change in circumstances she will be unable to continue heading this project for the Heritage Preservation Board. Mr. Sand said that it was his understanding that there was a tenative list of locations and a design concept but the large panels required writing of text, selection of photographs, composition and camera ready art work. This work was part of the City's in-kind contribution to the project and the work was going to be donated by Mr. Dunwiddie. Lois Wilder said that she thought that material was available and we should check with Mr. Dunwiddie and also Mr. Dudley Parsons of the Edina Historical Society. B. History and Architecture of Edina, Minnesota Mr. Sand said he found an additional supply of approximately 200 books and has them avaiable for sale. V. NEXT MEETING DATE: The Board decided to schedule the next meeting December 17, 1985 at 7:30 P.M. if there was any business to discuss. In the event the meeting is cancelled the next regular meeting is scheduled January 28, 1986 at 7:30 P.M. VI. ADJOURNMENT: 9:30 P.M. Mr. Martinson moved adjournment. Mr. Stuppy seconded. All voted aye. The motion carried. Respectfully Submitted, Harold Sand •