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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
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