HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes AGENDA ITEM NO. 5: Discussion, consideration and possible action on the
rehabilitation of front facade changes to Antonio's Pizza by the Slice located at
108 College Main located in Northgate. (04 -21)
Staff Planner Molly Hitchcock presented the staff report and told the Board that the
proposal is to change the black tile on the building and paint the trim around the
windows and doors to match the signage and /or interior colors. The property is
considered Medium Priority by the Northgate Historic Resources Study. The UDO
requires properties with such designation to be treated using methods and materials in
accordance with the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The tile at the
entry is considered distinctive, character - defining feature of the building. Depending on
the age of the tile and previous finishes for the facade, removing and replacing the tile
is not in keeping with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
Jessica Jimmerson spoke representing the owner and stated that they would like to
refurbish the building with tile to match the color of the trim. The color proposed for the
trim would be green, red or maroon.
Mr. Shafer asked what is the timeline for installing the sign that DRB approved in
September of 2003. Ms. Jimmerson replied that they are waiting for the approval of all
other facade changes before installing the sign.
Ms. Hitchcock told the Board that two flood lights have been installed on the canopy to
shine on the sign and they have not been approved by the Board. She suggested that
they address the issue. Mr. Benning stated that he thought it looked great.
There were continued discussions concerning the tile.
Mr. Shafer stated that he is in favor of leaving the building as it is. This building has
historic character and the more you change it the more you loose the character. The
tile is an integrated part of the building.
Mr. Ware added that there is so much opportunity to put graphics in the window and
even cleaning the bricks would be a great improvement.
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Ms. Jimmerson asked the Board if they would be open to the tile being resurfaced in
some way that would not damage the tile and later could then be returned to the
original state. The Board was not in favor of that idea.
Mr. King listed items that the Board would like the owner to consider.
- consideration of paint color for the trim
- no change to tile color
- clean the brick
work with the windows to lighten the look
- consider signage within the windows space
Ms. Jimmerson asked if they would consider neon signage in the window. Mr. Benning
replied that he sure would. The remaining members also agreed.
The Board discussed pedestrian level signage that hangs from awnings. Ms.
Jimmerson asked if they could have one at each door. The Board felt one would be
sufficient.
Mr. Shafer encouraged the owner to do a clean treatment of the windows at the top so
it is consistent across the front.
Mr. Shafter asked that the Aggie Buck banner be removed.
Mr. King made the motion to table the item and allow the owner to consider the
requests of the Board. Mr. Ware seconded the motion, which passed unopposed (4 -0).
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