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ASHLAND HISTORIC COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
April 3, 2013
Community Development/Engineering Services Building 51 Winburn Way Siskiyou Room
CALL TO ORDER –REGULAR MEETING, 6:00pm
Allison Renwick, Tom Giordano,Dale Shostrom, Ally Phelps, Keith Swink,
Historic Commissioners Present:
Victoria Law, Sam Whitford, Kerry Kencairn
Terry Skibby
Commission Members Absent:
Greg Lemhouse
Council Liaison:
None Appointed
High School Liaison:
None Appointed
SOU Liaison:
Staff Liaison: Amy Gunter; Clerk: Billie Boswell
Staff Present:
Theminutes of the March 6, 2013Historic Commission meeting were reviewed
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Whitfordmade a motion to approve theminutes as presented. Ms.Phelpsseconded the motion and the motion was
approved unanimously.
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PUBLIC FORUM
Greg Lemhouse reported that the City Council had approved its goals, includingthe
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT:
one that the Historic Commission had put forward. The Council also expressed support for Ashland becoming part of
theRogue Valley Heritage District Levy which would be on the 2014 ballot.Mr. Lemhouse also spoke of the Plaza
remodel and invited everyone to the dedication on Friday, April 5at 5:00pm. There was consensus that it greatly
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improved the look and function of the public space.
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PUBLIC HEARING
PLANNINGACTION:2013-00308
SUBJECT PROPERTY:5 B Street
OWNERS:Spartan Properties LLC.
APPLICANT:Kistler, Small, White Architecture
DESCRIPTION: A request for a Commercial Site Review, Physical and Environmental Constraints Review and
Water Resource Protection Zone Permit approval to construct a 5,000 square foot, two-story commercial structure
and parking lot, located at 5 B Street. The property is subject to the Physical Constraints and Water Resource
permits due to the location of the FEMA Floodway for Ashland Creek. The applicant has requested an Exception to
Street Standards for the sidewalks along B and Water Streets. The existing approximately 1,000 square foot concrete
block building on the site is proposed to be demolished to allow for the new construction. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DESIGNATION: Employment; ZONING: E-1; ASSESSOR’S MAP/TAX LOTS: 39 1E 09BB 15800
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Chairman Shostrom confirmed that there was no conflict of interest or exparte contact. Ms. Gunter explained that the
property was within the Water Resources Protection Zone, and the Detail Site and Historic Design Standards overlay
which restricts development of portions of the site.She also commented that this was originally the Chinese Laundry
site and the applicants were willing to consider have a historical marker installed. Ms. Gunter said staff feels it meets
standards but are recommending the street be landscaped with a stop sign and street light. There were no further
questions of staff.
The applicants, Ray Kistler, architect, and Ed Bemis, contractor, described the building and its use as general office
space. They detailed the materials being used such as block on the base, aluminum store front windows, and steel
channel between floors. They also described a seat wall that would run from inside to outside. The building would
have a Zincalume standing seam roof. Mr. Giordano asked about the removal of the Cedar tree. Ms. Gunter said
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the Tree Commission and Staff recommended removing it. Ms. Kencairn added that it was in a bad location that
would interfere with the ADA access. Ms. Law confirmed that no excavation would be done around the creek.
Chairman Shostrom felt the building was nice looking and a good design. He asked if a steeper roof could be
accommodated. Mr. Bemis explained that little of the roof would be visible from the public areas. Mr. Kistlersaid 3’
to 8’ could be an option. Ms. Law asked if they could be careful about saving any historic artifacts that might turn up
during digging and construction. Mr. Bemis said he would speak to the owner about it..
There being no one in the audience wishing to comment, the public hearingwas closed.
Ms. Gunter said she would write an option for the roof pitch in the findings.
Ms. Kencairn made a motion to recommendapprovingtheplans.The motion was seconded by Mr. Swinkand it
passed unanimously.
PLANNING ACTION: PA-2013-00366
SUBJECT PROPERTY:57 North Main Street
APPLICANT: Jamie North/Mix Sweet Shop
DESCRIPTION: A request for a Site Review approval to modify the entrance of Mix Sweet Shop at 57
North Main Street in order to add a recessed vestibule and relocate the existing door and transom so that the door
will open outward, in the direction of egress. The Site Review is triggered by the exterior modification to the building.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Commercial; ZONING: C-1-D; ASSESSOR’S MAP: 39 1E 09BB; TAX
LOT: 9200
Chairman Shostrom confirmed that there was no conflict of interest or exparte contact.Ms. Gunter said the building
was registered on the Historic National Register and has been in continuous use since 1880.Due to the remodel of
the interior of building, exiting requirements from the Secretary of Interior dictate that the door must swing out. In
order to accomplish this, the applicant plans to recess the existing door and transom to allow room for the door to
swing out.This will expose the brick columns as they were originally. The outside stairwell cannot be used because
it is on City property.
Jamie North, the business owner, explained that they needed a larger production area for the bakery portion of the
shop which would be located downstairs. The upstairs kitchen would be removed and additional seating installed. Mr.
Comte, the building owner, stated he did not support the change to the front door. He felt since the building had fire
sprinklers they would be sufficient. Several Commissioners explained they did not have the authority to overrule the
Building Official and the Fire Marshal on this type of Life/Safety issue, but they did support the change and felt that it
would not degrade the historical significance of the building.
There beingno one in the audience wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Ms. Phelps made a motion to recommend approval for the project.Ms. Renwickseconded the motion and it passed
unanimously.
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OLD BUSINESS
Historic Markers Subcommittee Report: Ms. Gunter said they planned on a Hub and Spokes design for the Historic
Markers system where the Hub would explain the significance of the area and then direct folks to the specific
markers placed on buildings and sites of interest.The new building at 4& A Street could be a potential Hub for the
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Railroad District and Evo’s as a Hub for the Siskiyou/Hargadine area. Amy will be writing it up with maps for
presentation to the Council. Mr. Lemhouse shared that free WiFi will be available on the Plaza. The design of the
plaques isstill being developed.
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NEW BUSINESS:
A. Review Board Schedule
April 4Terry, Keith, Ally
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April 11Terry, Kerry,Ally
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April 18Terry, Tom, Allison
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April 25Terry, Victoria,Sam
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May 2Terry, Dale,Allison
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May 9Terry, Keith,
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B. Project Assignments for Planning Actions
BD-2011-01029400 Allison (Robin Biermann) New SFR Whitford/Renwick
(under construction)
BD-2011-01079134 Terrace (Allman) New SFR Whitford
(under construction)
BD-2011-0062189 Oak St (Amorotico) New façade on building Shostrom
(under construction)
BD-2012-01330117 Eighth St (McKinney) New ARU Renwick
(under construction)
BD-2013-00256175 Lithia Wy (First Place Partners) 3-story mixed use buildingGiordano
(in review)
PA-2012-01737111 Coolidge (Wallace) 4 Accessory UnitsShostrom
BD-2013-00093108 Second (Dudley Rood) CUP and Solar Waiver for 2story unitShostrom
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PA-2013-00081245 Van Ness (Nate Witemburg & Brint Borgilt) AdditionKencairn
PA-2013-00003207 Enders Alley (Dresher) conversion to motel unitSwink
PA-2013-0036657 N Main St. (North) Mix Sweet Shop entry doorPhelps
PA-2013-003085 B Street (Spartan Properties) New Comm BldgPhelps
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
–Ms. Boswell shared that the award letters were being prepared to mail out to the
Historic Preservation Week
Winners. Still need information about the activities for the brochure.
Ms. Kencairn asked about the Commission giving recognition to the Landscape Architects and the work they do to
protect historic landscapes. Questions were asked about the criteria and how the Commission would know about
who worked on what projects. The consensus of the Commission was to add an award to the Landscape Architects
that worked on the current award winner’s properties for this year. They agreed to discuss at a future meetingwhat
the criteria would be for a nomination. Greg Covey and Kerry Kencairn were added to honor at this year’s ceremony.
Chairman Shostrom and Ms. Boswell will meet with Deluxe Awning to make selections for a new banner to hang over
Main St. It will be more generic without dates or theme information. This should greatly reduce the cost to have the
banner redone each year.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS & INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Next meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2013.
Itwas the unanimous decision of the Commission to adjourn the meeting at 8:15p.m.
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