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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMisc.NORTHGATE REVITALIZATION BOARD (NRB) REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1101 TEXAS AVENUE JUNE 22, 1999 NRB Review Subcommittee: Julious Gribou, Chairman; Cheryl Anz; Leslie Randolph; Elton Abbott, Jr.; Richard Benning. Northgate Review Board: John Raney, Tom Williams, and Bill Boyett. Staff Attending: Natalie Ruiz, Development Coordinator Bridgette George, Asst. Development Coordinator Sabine McCully, Senior Planner Jane Kee, City Planner Shauna Anderson, Staff Planner Jim Callaway, Director of Development Services Jo Carroll, Community Development Administrator Kim Foutz, Economic & Community Development Director Charles Wood, Sr. Economic Dev. Analyst SUBJECT: Fitzi4 lly's Restaurant - Consideration of the addition of the elevated deck at the rear of the existing restaurant located in Northgate at 303 University. (Case file #99-411) An NRB Review Subcommittee meeting was held on June 22, 1999, to review the above-mentioned item. Jane Kee informed the subcommittee that College Station citizen Benito Flores-Meath approached her about ordinances being overlooked on this project. She stated that after some research she found that the NRB was inadvertently overlooking an ordinance guideline in Northgate District 1 (NG-1). It states that anything requiring a building permit in that historic district requires the adherence to the guidelines in "The Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation." Ms. Kee stated that when this was brought to her attention, the case file and NRB decision to approve the request, was reviewed by staff. It was determined that the NRB's original decision to approve the renovation of Fitzwilly's was in accordance with the standards and there were no direct conflicts. Julius Gribou stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission should be given the opportunity to review all of the information presented at this meeting. Review findings for the proposed elevated deck at Fitzwilly's Restaurant. Date: June 22, 1999 By: Darrell G. Parker City of College Station Community Development After reviewing the plans and elevations for the proposed elevated deck at Fitzwilly's Restaurant I have found no direct violations of the Secretary of Interior's Standards For Rehabilitation. CONCERNS: Cheryl Anz's concern of access to the roof: A. Roof access could be controlled by a simple arbor over the deck. B. Rod iron fence to be addressed below. Elton Abbott, Jr's concern: A. In the photos there is no 4X4 post installed. I think Mr. Abbott seen the steel post that are extending above the steel frame which are about 11' apart. B. Mr. Abbott has a very legitimate concern of the strength of the proposed fence. However, I feel if a top rail is installed you would create an area where people could sit which would create another safety hazard.I would suggest leaving the steel post extended through the deck and incorporate these into the fence. Steel tubing could be welded between the post then the vertical rods could be added. The steel post could be wrapped with wood and made to match the 4X4s. Julius Gribou's concern: A. I think item "B" above answers Mr. Gribous's concern. My concern: A. There will need to be a capacity limit for the deck according to design. B. There may need to be a means of egress directly from the deck for fire safety. THE SECRETARY OF INTERIOR'S STANDARDS FOR REHABILITATION REVISED 1990 1. A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. 2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided. 3. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other building shall not be undertaken. 4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historical significance in their own right (are now over 50 years old) shall be retained and preserved. 5. Distinctive features, finishes and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property shall be preserved. 6. Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and where possible materials. Replacement of missing features shall be substantiated by documentary, physical or pictorial evidence. 7. Chemical or physical treatments, such as sandblasting, that cause damage to historic materials shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if appropriate, shall be undertaken using the gentlest means possible. 8. Significant archeological resources affected by a project shall be protected and preserved. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures shall be undertaken. 9. New additions, exterior alterations or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. 10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. "O"jane"planning"The secretary of interior 64 NORTHGATE REVITALIZATION BOARD (NRB) REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING May 19, 1999 TO: Richard Benning, 1802 Lawyer Place, College Station, Texas, 77840 Terry Strickland, 12710 Prestige Row, Houston, Texas, 77065 FROM: NRB Review Subcommittee: Julious Gribou, NRB Chairman Cheryl Anz, NRB Member Leslie Randolf, NRB Member Elton Abbott, Jr., NRB Member James Massey, P&Z Chairman Winnie Garner, P&Z Commissioner Wayne Rife, P&Z Commissioner Staff Attending: Natalie Ruiz, Development Coordinator Bridgette George, Asst. Development Coordinator. Sabine McCully, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Ktzwilly's Restaurant - proposal for the addition of an elevated deck at the rear of the existing restaurant located in Northgate at 303 University. (Case file #99-411) An NRB Review Subcommittee meeting was held on May 5, 1999, to review the above- mentioned item. Richard Benning and Terry Strickland submitted additional detailed drawings for the subcommittee's review as requested at the last meeting. Cheryl Anz voiced her concern about the rod iron fencing on the proposed deck. She stated that the height of the deck could enable patrons to crawl up on the adjacent restaurant's roof. Elton Abbott, Jr., inquired about the 4x4 posts on the railing. He stated that they looked like they were 10' apart, instead of the 6' shown on the detail. Mr. Strickland stated that they would be 6' apart. Mr. Abbott also stated that the rod iron railing is not very strong and was concerned about the safety issues with people leaning on the railing. He suggested having a structural engineer inspect the railing and suggested a top and bottom rail for added support. Julius Gribou also voiced his concern about the railing and pointed out the difference between the railing located at the front of the store and the proposed railing for the deck. He stated that the proposed railing was more like that for a fence, and not one made for people leaning against it. Mr. Gribou suggested using metal instead of wood posts and also suggested a top railing for added support. Cheryl Anz motioned to accept the proposal as presented, with the following conditions: Address the safety concerns discussed at the meeting with the rod iron railing: make sure the railing is sturdy like the railing in the front of the building; Provide adequate railing at the top and bottom of the railing for added support; Use metal instead of wood posts for the railing; Address the safety concerns regarding access to the adjacent roof; The motion was seconded by Elton Abbott, Jr., and passed 7-0. NORTHGATE REVITALIZATION BOARD (NRB) REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING April 9, 1999 TO: Terry Strickland, 12710 Prestige Row, Houston, Texas 77065 FROM: NRB Review Subcommittee: Julius Gribou, NRB Chairman Cheryl Anz, NRB Member Leslie Randolf, NRB Member Elton Abbott, Jr., NRB Member James Massey, P&Z Commissioner Ron Kaiser, P&Z Commissioner Staff Attending: t Natalie Ruiz, Development Coordinator Bridgette George, Asst. Development Coordinator. SUBJECT: Fitzwilly's Restaurant - proposal for the addition of an elevated deck at the rear of the existing restaurant located at 303 University Drive. (Case file #99-411) An NRB Review Subcommittee meeting was held on March 31, 1999 to review the above-mentioned item. Mr. Strickland presented several drawings showing the proposed elevated deck. He stated that the deck is 448 square feet with 4 foot hand rails. He said that the deck will be located 6 inches away from the adjacent building. He also mentioned that they may construct an awning in the future. The 4 foot metal railings will be painted white to match the building, as well as the posts. Cheryl Anz requested that he bring the proposed awning to the NRB before construction. Julius Gribou voiced his concern with the safety of the railings. He was also concerned with the aesthetics of the deck and support columns, stating that they had no finished appearance. Mr. Gribou requested that Mr. Strickland bring back some conceptual drawings that shows in more detail what they are proposing. James Massey stated that the design needs to be reexamined to take into consideration the historic significance and the NRB comments made today. Elton Abbott informed Mr. Strickland that the railings will have to be closer together. Mr. Strickland stated that he was aware of that. Ron motioned for Mr. Strickland to bring back more detailed drawings. Leslie Randolf seconded and the motion passed 6-0. cc: Richard Benning, 1802 Lawyer Place, College Station, Texas 77840 NORTHGATE REVITALIZATION BOARD (NRB) REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING April 9, 1999 TO: Terry Strickland, 12710 Prestige Row, Houston, Texas 77065 FROM: NRB Review Subcommittee: Julius Gribou, NRB Chairman Cheryl Anz, NRB Member Leslie Randolf, NRB Member Elton Abbott, Jr., NRB Member James Massey, P&Z Commissioner Ron Kaiser, P&Z Commissioner Staff Attending: Natalie Ruiz, Development Coordinator Bridgette George, Asst. Development Coordinator SUBJECT: Mtzurilly's Restaurant - proposal for the addition of an elevated deck at the rear of the existing restaurant located at 303 University Drive. (Case file #99-411) An NRB Review Subcommittee meeting was held on March 31, 1999 to review the above-mentioned item. Mr. Strickland presented several pictures showing the proposed elevated deck. He stated that the deck is 448 square feet with 4 foot hand rails. He said that the deck will be located 6 inches away from the adjacent building. He also mentioned that they may construct an awning in the future. The 4 foot metal railings will be painted white to match the building, as well as the posts. Cheryl Anz requested that he bring the proposed awning to the NRB before construction. Julius Gribou voiced his concern with the safety of the railings. He was also concerned with the aesthetics of the deck and support columns, stating that they had no finished appearance. Mr. Gribou requested that Mr. Strickland bring back some conceptual drawings that shows in more detail what they are proposing. vitL James Massey stated that the design needs to be reexamined to take into consideration the historic significance and the NRB comments made today. Elton Abbott informed Mr. Strickland that the railings will have to be closer together. Mr. Strickland stated that he was aware of that. Ron motioned for Mr. Strickland to bring back more detailed drawings. Leslie Randolf seconded and the motion passed 6-0. cc: Richard Benning, 1802 Lawyer Place, College Station, Texas 77840