HomeMy WebLinkAboutHARC_Agenda&Minutes_2007Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, December 13, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee will meet on Thursday, December
13, 2007 at 05:00 PM in the Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee Members:
Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 05:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee is responsible for hearing and
taking final action on sign applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City
Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Sign
Subcommittee, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the November 8, 2007 Sign Subcommittee 1.
meeting.
Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage 2.
at Lost Addition, Block 64 (pt), 0.778 acres located at 206 W. 10th Street. (CDC-2007-034)
The Subcommittee may forward this item to the next meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Committee for its consideration. That meeting is scheduled for December 13, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, December 13, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee of the City of Georgetown, Texas,
met on Thursday , December 13, 2007.
Members Present:
J.C. Johnson and Tommy Gonzalez
Members Absent:
Nancy Knight
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; Elizabeth Cook, Interim Director of Planning & Development;
and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 5:05 p.m. by Tommy Gonzalez.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee is responsible for hearing and
taking final action on sign applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City
Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Sign
Subcommittee, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the November 8, 2007 Sign Subcommittee 1.
meeting.
Motion by Johnson to approve the minutes. Second by Gonzalez. Approved 2 – 0.
2.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage
at Lost Addition, Block 64 (pt), 0.778 acres located at 206 W. 10th Street. (CDC-2007-034)
Robbie Wyler presented the application. The applicant proposes to add a freestanding low -profile
pole sign to the front of the property that will show both the name of the business and the address to
the property.
The sign will be added to the front of the property giving the building identity . The dimensions will
be 4 feet x 4 feet. The sign posts will be 4 inches x 4 inches and the sign will be four feet in height.
The applicant proposes painting the sign and posts the same colors as the building and the building’s
trim, as shown in the packet. The sign will be placed seven feet from the curb of 10th Street and one
foot away from the existing sidewalk. At this time, no lighting is being proposed and all underground
lines have been verified as being clear of disturbance since the posts will be placed a foot below
ground level to ensure stability.
Staff recommends waiting until a tenant is found for the building before installing the sign as the
tenant may want different signage on the building. The applicant was not in attendance . Johnson
questioned the electric easement and whether a permit had been applied for. Wyler responded that
at the time of this meeting, no other permit applications have been submitted.
Motion by Johnson to approve the Certificate of Design Compliance for the proposed
freestanding low-profile sign to the front of the property, based on compliance with the Guidelines
and with the understanding that it will match in color to the existing building and be placed on the
property as shown in the renderings. Second by Gonzalez. Approved unanimously, 2 – 0.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:15 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, December 13, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, December 13, 2007 at 06:00
PM in the Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the October 25, 2007 regular meeting.1.
Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at 2.
Lost Addition, Block 64 (pt), 0.778 acres located at 206 W. 10th Street, if referred by the HARC Sign
Subcommittee. (CDC-2007-034)
Regular Agenda:
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for Certificates of Design Compliance for change in
use from residential to office; building renovation; paint color and site design changes; demolition of
a garage; and signage for Lost Addition, Block 63(pt), ±0.14 acres located at 1006 Rock Street.
(CDC-2007-022, CDC-2007-033 & CDC-2007-036)
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-036a.pdf and
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-036b.pdf
4.Consideration and possible action on a request for Certificates of Design Compliance for change in
use from residential to office; building renovation; paint color and site design changes ; demolition of
a garage/carport; and signage for Lost Addition, Block 64(pt), ±0.149 acres located at 1005 Rock
Street. (CDC-2007-023, CDC-2007-032 & CDC-2007-035)
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-035a.pdf and
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-035b.pdf
5.Consideration and possible action on a request for Certificates of Design Compliance for facade
alterations; an alternative landscape plan; and signage for City of Georgetown Block 14, Lot 5,
located at 307 Rock Street, Building 2. (CDC-2007-028 & CDC-2007-038)
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-038.pdf
6.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for facade
alternations for City of Georgetown Block 40, Lot 3, .0505 acres located at 707 Main Street.
(CDC-2007-029) http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-029.pdf
7.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for awning,
paint color, and signage changes for City of Georgetown, Block 52 (s/pt), 0.0707 acres located at 809
Main Street. (CDC-2007-037) http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-037.pdf
8.Receive an update on the building renovations to 702 South Austin Avenue – Steve Quenan.
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/Memo_Item_8_121307.pdf
9.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on January 24, 2008.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, December 13, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
December 13, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair Tommy Gonzalez, Vice-chair; John Chapman, Chris Damon, J.C. Johnson,
Nancy Knight and Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
none
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording
Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 6:04 p.m. by Chair O’Donnell.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the October 25, 2007 regular meeting.1.
Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage 2.
at Lost Addition, Block 64 (pt), 0.778 acres located at 206 W. 10th Street, if referred by the HARC Sign
Subcommittee. (CDC-2007-034)
Motion by Gonzalez to approve the Consent Agenda. Second by Chapman. Approved 4 – 0.
Chair did not vote and Damon was not present at this time.
Regular Agenda:
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for Certificates of Design Compliance for change
in use from residential to office; building renovation; paint color and site design changes; demolition
of a garage; and signage for Lost Addition, Block 63(pt), ±0.14 acres located at 1006 Rock Street.
(CDC-2007-022, CDC-2007-033 & CDC-2007-036)
Robbie Wyler presented the application. The owner of the property is seeking approval to change the
use of the existing house to allow for offices, demolish the existing garage to allow for the
construction of a parking lot behind the house and to expand the driveway to allow for it to loop back
out to the street. In addition, the owner wants to make some minor exterior changes to the house,
plant two trees, replace rotten wood as needed, replace the AC with more efficient unit, and place a
freestanding low-profile sign in the front of the property. The rezoning was approved on Sept 11,
2007 to Mixed Use Downtown, allowing for the office use.
The applicant was available for comment or questions . Gonzalez stated he would like to see the
handicap ramp on the side of the structure instead of the front. Johnson does not believe the garage
should be demolished for convenience sake. Wyler reported the subject property is identified as a
Low Priority structure in the 1984 City of Georgetown Historic Resource Survey and a Medium Priority
structure in the draft of the 2007 Resource Survey update. The outbuildings are not noted in the
1984 Survey.
Motion by Gonzalez to approve the Certificates of Design as requested and based on
compliance with the applicable Design Guidelines as described in the staff report. Second by
Chapman. Approved 5 – 0.
4.Consideration and possible action on a request for Certificates of Design Compliance for change
in use from residential to office; building renovation; paint color and site design changes; demolition
of a garage/carport; and signage for Lost Addition, Block 64(pt), ±0.149 acres located at 1005 Rock
Street. (CDC-2007-023, CDC-2007-032 & CDC-2007-035)
Robbie Wyler presented the application. The owner of the property is seeking approval to change the
use of the existing house to allow for offices, and as part of that redevelopment would like to
demolish the existing carport and shed to allow for the construction of a parking lot. He would also
like to make some minor exterior changes to the house and place a freestanding low-profile sign in
the front of the property. (same as application for 1006 Rock Street listed above.)
On December 13, 2005, the City Council approved a rezoning of this property to Mixed
Use-Downtown. The subject property is identified as a Low Priority structure in the 1984 City of
Georgetown Historic Resource Survey and a Medium Priority structure in the draft of the 2007
Resource Survey update. The outbuildings are noted in the 1984 Survey.
On September 27, 2007, HARC postponed action on a CDC for the demolition to allow the applicant
time to submit the request to redevelop the property. The applicant was present for questions and
stated that he still wants to demolish the garage and has no intent to add lighting to the sign at this
time. Johnson stated he still does not want the garages demolished but feels this is the only way to
get the property improved.
Motion by Johnson to approve the application as submitted and recommended by staff, with
exceptions as noted in the staff report. Second by Gonzalez. Approved 5 -0.
5.Consideration and possible action on a request for Certificates of Design Compliance for facade
alterations; an alternative landscape plan; and signage for City of Georgetown Block 14, Lot 5,
located at 307 Rock Street, Building 2. (CDC-2007-028 & CDC-2007-038)
Knight excuses herself from the dais with a Conflict of Interest Affidavit filed.
Wyler presented the application. The applicant wants to renovate an existing garage and change the
use to office space. The metal structure will be converted to stucco and stone and will be styled to
match the existing structure . The garage door will be replaced with a window and half glass entry
door. The double doors facing Rock Street will be replaced with glass panel French doors . A white
picket fence will be installed to screen the concrete slab on the building and the AC unit. Signage and
awnings are also proposed. Staff recommends approval.
No comments were made. Motion by Gonzalez to approve the Certificate of Design
Compliance for the proposed façade renovations as submitted by the applicant, which will
replace the metal with a more appealing stucco and stone siding. The doors, windows, fencing, and
awning will be constructed as shown in the renderings and photographs provided by the applicant.
Also, approval of the Certificate of Design Compliance for the proposed signs as submitted by
the applicant, which includes adding a flush-mounted sign to each of the two primary façades and
with the understanding that both will be designed as shown in the application. Second by Johnson.
Approved 4 – 0.
Knight took her seat on the dais.
6.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for facade
alternations for City of Georgetown Block 40, Lot 3, .0505 acres located at 707 Main Street.
(CDC-2007-029)
Wyler presented the application. The owner of the property is seeking a CDC to replace the existing
front door so it would be similar in appearance with an adjacent door and to make the building more
energy efficient. Shifting has occurred and the adjacent door is not actually a door but a renovation
that was made to look like a door, and is part of another building space. Wyler recommend approval
of the CDC but to replace the door in the same style as the original and not altered to look like the
adjacent.
The owner, Donna Josey, was present for discussion. She stated she researched the history of the
building and could not find a historical picture for a match. The Commission discussed different
option of replacing the door. Ms. Josey’s contractor was present and this item was put on hold until
they could consult about the feasibility of changing the design.
7.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for awning,
paint color, and signage changes for City of Georgetown, Block 52 (s/pt), 0.0707 acres located at 809
Main Street. (CDC-2007-037)
Wyler presented the application. The applicant /tenant is proposing an update to the existing facade
features by replacing the awnings on both buildings, adding lettering on the doors to each entrance,
repainting the window trim and placing new flush-mounted signs on both storefronts. The color of
red has been changed from the original application to be a “jockey red”. They are also requesting to
use the logo on the awnings.
The owner presented two options for signs and opened discussion of which one the commission
preferred. The commission determined that they prefer the boot logo and that it could be placed
between the bands of the architectural design on the front of the building, and on the awnings if the
total sign calculations do not exceed the amount of signage allowed for this space.
Motion by Knight to approve the Certificates of Design Compliance for the proposed facade
changes which includes the replacement of the existing awnings as shown on the application , the
addition of signage on the door, the addition of two wall signs that will use the “boot logo”, the
painting of the window trim to match the colors presented and signage on the awnings after staff has
calculated the total amount of signage to be used and the extra signage on the awnings meets the
design guidelines. Second by Gonzalez. Approved 5 – 0.
At this time, item number 6 was revisited. Ms. Josey stated that after consultation with Mr.
Dimilio, the contractor, they have a proposal. Mr. Demilion explained that they would like to extend
the gray framing member that is above the brown door across to the second door, extending the
board across the top of both doors at the same level . To place four pieces of glass above the doors
to give the appearance of a transom, and put in a new door on the left, painting it gray and having it
match the color and height of the existing faux door. The Commission liked the idea .
Motion by Gonzalez to approve the Certificate of Design Compliance for 707 Main Street to replace
the door as described by Mr. Dimilio. Second by Chapman. Approved 5 – 0.
8.Receive an update on the building renovations to 702 South Austin Avenue – Steve Quenan.
Robbie Wyler brought an update of the building construction located at 702 South Austin Ave. The
owners were not present as requested to answer questions. Wyler mentioned items that from
observation were not built according to prior approvals. Those included keystones above the window
being omitted, awnings over the windows were lowered to hide the missing keystone detail, no
shutters or keystones were placed on the 7th Street side of the building, the upper windows were
installed with 4 panes instead of 8 as shown – missing muntins, and the number of windows on the
back of the building were different than the approved plans.
O’Donnell expressed concern about the lack of details and lack of brick on the front of the building.
The Commission discussed setting precedents of allowing buildings to be constructed without
constant oversight of the process. There was discussion of monitoring bigger projects and how to
move forward after this mistake. The general concensus of the Commission was that they wanted
the owner to fix everything on the building that could be fixed and to come back to the Commission
and discuss those items that cannot be changed.
Wyler agreed to contact the Quenans and ask for a special meeting between them and the
Commission to discuss the owner’s options and for the Quenans to explain the reasons for the
changes from the approved CDCs. There will not be any action taken at this meeting , only
discussion.
9.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on January 24, 2008.
Gonzalez made a motion that the Sign Subcommittee meetings, scheduled on the second Thursday of
each month, be changed from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. These meetings will still be located in the
Williamson Conference Room of the Georgetown Municipal Complex unless otherwise notified.
Second by Knight. Approved 5 – 0.
Elizabeth Cook announced that the CLG Grant that was received by the City to recover a portion of
the cost of the Historic Survey update, was increased by $18,000. She is proposing to use that extra
money to update the Design Guidelines. The Commission was in agreement .
Motion by Chapman to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission HARC Sub Committee
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, November 8, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission HARC Sub Committee will meet on Thursday,
November 8, 2007 at 09:00 AM in the Williamson Conference Room, Georgetown Municipal Complex,
located at 300 Industrial Blvd, Georgetown, Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission HARC Sub Committee Members:
Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 09:00 AM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee is responsible for
hearing and taking final action on sign applications, by issuing Certificates of Design
Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a
regular scheduled meeting of the Sign Subcommittee, for consideration and possible action on
the following:
Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for 1.
the addition of lighting to an existing sign and a bird repeller for City of Georgetown, Block
41, Lot 8 (pt), ±0.08 acres, located at 716 S. Austin Avenue. (CDC-2007-030)
The Subcommittee may forward this item to the next meeting of the Historic and Architectural
Review Committee for its consideration. That meeting is scheduled for December 13, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission HARC Sub Committee
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, November 8, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission HARC Sub Committee of the City of Georgetown,
Texas, met on Thursday , November 8, 2007.
Members Present:
J.C. Johnson and Nancy Knight
Members Absent:
Tommy Gonzalez
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Nancy Knight.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee is responsible for hearing and
taking final action on sign applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City
Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Sign
Subcommittee, for consideration and possible action on the following:
1.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for the addition
of lighting to an existing sign and a bird repeller for City of Georgetown, Block 41, Lot 8 (pt), ± 0.08
acres, located at 716 S. Austin Ave. (CDC-2007-030).
Robbie Wyler presented the case, the applicant is asking for approval of lighting for a sign and a bird
repeller box.
The applicant, David Voelter explained that the County Historical Museum has spent two years
looking at different lighting options. They are now asking to put in strip fluorescent lighting with a
conduit from the attic and then hiding the conduit along the framework and columns.
There was discussion about the bird repeller placement and color of the box being installed . The box
will be hidden from view and Mr. Voelter assured the Committee that the sound emitted from the box
was inaudible to the human ear.
Motion by Johnson to approve the addition of lighting to the existing sign and permission to install a
bird repeller in the most appropriate place on the building with staff approval, in black or white color,
depending on the chosen location. Second by Knight. Approved 2 – 0.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:12 a.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, October 25, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 06:00 PM
in the Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the September 27, 2007 meeting.1.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for façade
renovations for City of Georgetown, Block 41, Lot 6-8 (pt) ±0.14 acres, located at 718 Austin Avenue
and 207 8th Street. (CDC-2007-026 & CDC-2007-027)
For more information on this item, click here:
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-026&CDC-2007-027.pdf
3.Consideration and possible action on a draft resolution from HARC regarding sidewalk and street
improvements for the 100 Block of East 7th Street.
4.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff.
5.Consideration and possible action to reschedule the November 22, 2007 Commission meeting.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, October 25, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
October 25, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair Tommy Gonzalez, Vice-chair; John Chapman, Chris Damon, J.C. Johnson,
Nancy Knight and Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
none
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; Robbie Wyler, Historic District Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording
Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 6:03 p.m. by Chair O’Donnell.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the September 27, 2007 meeting.1.
Motion by Gonzalez to approve the minutes. Second by Knight. Approved 5 – 0. Chair did not vote
and Damon was not taken in attendance.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for façade
renovations for City of Georgetown, Block 41, Lot 6-8 (pt) ±0.14 acres, located at 718 Austin Avenue
and 207 8th Street. (CDC-2007-026 & CDC-2007-027)
Chris Damon arrived. The staff report was presented by Elizabeth Cook . The project application was
reviewed using Guidelines 4.8, 4.9, 5.7, 6.1, 6.12, 6.13, 6.15, 6.20, and 6.21. There are two
buildings that are designated as Medium Priority structures in the 1984 Historic Resources Survey.
The owner of the properties is seeking to renovate the existing commercial buildings by removing the
stucco facades, repairing the exposed brick and renovating the wooden windows and doors currently
covered by stucco.
The applicant, Lee Nash gave a presentation to show photos of the existing structure and it’s
condition. He estimates that around 1950, plywood was placed over some of the windows and stucco
installed over the windows on the outside of the building. The windows are still intact on the inside .
The building was added onto over time , and the windows are different sizes. He wants to bring the
building back to its original state, but will not know what that looks like until the stucco is removed.
The Commissioners appreciated his desire to renovate the building . They recommend that once the
stucco is removed, the applicant should contact the historic preservation planner about how he
proposes to repair the exterior prior to beginning that work. This coordination should ensure that the
renovations proceed in a timely manner.
Motion by McCalla to approve the Certificate of Design Compliance for the proposed façade
renovations as submitted by the applicant, which will uncover the original window and door openings
and expose the original brick and stone, where possible. The window and door renovation will use
existing materials and only replace with like materials, if repair is not possible. Second by Knight.
Approved 6 - 0.
3.Consideration and possible action on a draft resolution from HARC regarding sidewalk and street
improvements for the 100 Block of East 7th Street.
Elizabeth Cook opened discussion on the resolution that she drafted at the Commission’s request.
She said Tom Yantis, Assistant City Manager, plans to present a request to the City Council to add to
this project to the City Capital Improvements Project list. The timing on this item is too late for this
year’s budget cycle, but with Council approval, could be considered in next year’s list.
She also reported that Mr. Nguyen, the owner of the property wants the sidewalk and street
improvements done before the next budget cycle. To complete it any faster would require Mr .
Nguyen to hire an engineer and do an estimate of the project costs based on an engineered plan.
Then he could approach the City to use GTEC funds to reimburse him once he made the
improvements. Mr. Nguyen has not been willing to do that either.
Motion by Gonzalez to adopt the draft resolution and send the proposal to the City Council.
Second by Damon. Approved 6 – 0. This item will be added to the November 13th City Council
Agenda and Chair O’Donnell will attend that meeting to make the presentation.
4.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff.
Cook suggested another training session for the Commission with funds from the previous fiscal year.
The Commission agreed that they liked the idea , but wanted to wait until the new year and after the
appointment of any new Commissioners in February.
Cook introduced the new Historic District Planner, Robbie Wyler, who will be working with the
Commission. The Commission welcomed Robbie and expressed their appreciation of Cook and her
work as interim HDP.
Cook suggested that the Commissioners, specifically O’Donnell and Knight, review the Guidelines for
any suggestions on amendments that would address areas of concern. The Guidelines might be
revised in the upcoming year.
5.Consideration and possible action to reschedule the November 22, 2007 Commission meeting.
Discussion about possible meeting dates. Motion by Gonzalez to combine the November and
December meetings of the Commission and meet on December 13, 2007 and to do the same
in 2008, meeting on December 11, 2008. The Sign Subcommittee will meet on the second Thursday
of the month also. Second by Chapman. Approved 6 – 0.
Meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, September 27, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 06:00
PM in the City Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street Georgetown, TX 78626
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the August 30, 2007 meeting.1.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action to appoint a member of HARC to serve on a panel of the Arts and
Culture Board to select a sculpture that will be placed in the downtown. Eric P. Lashley, Library
Services Director
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for an
awning and signage at Lost Addition, Block 13, Lots 5-6, ±0.3305 acres located at 1009 South Austin
Avenue. (CDC-2007-021)
4.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
demolition of a garage at Lost Addition, Block 63(pt), ±0.14 acres located at 1006 Rock Street.
(CDC-2007-022)
5.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
demolition of a garage/carport at Lost Addition , Block 64(pt), ±0.149 acres, located at 1005 Rock
Street. (CDC-2007-023)
6.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for awnings
and site design at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lots 1 & 4, ±0.33 acres, located at 114 East 7th
Street. (CDC-2007-024)
7.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
demolition of an outbuilding during the change to office from residential use, paint colors, signage,
and site design with an alternative landscape plan at Lost Addition, Block 68 (pt.), ±0.4133 acres,
located at 407 West University Avenue. (CDC-2007-025)
8.Receive an update on neon signs in Downtown.
9.Receive an update on Parking Agreements Downtown.
10.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on October 25, 2007.
11.Consideration and possible action to reschedule the November 22, 2007 Commission meeting.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, September 27, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
September 27, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair Tommy Gonzalez, Vice-chair; John Chapman, Chris Damon, J.C. Johnson, and
Nancy Knight and Linda McCalla
Members Absent:
none
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Chair O’Donnell.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the August 30, 2007 meeting.1.
Motion by Gonzalez to approve the minutes as written, with the exception that Chris Damon should
be counted as absent not present. Second by Knight. Approved 6 – 0.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action to appoint a member of HARC to serve on a panel of the Arts and
Culture Board to select a sculpture that will be placed in the downtown. Eric P. Lashley, Library
Services Director
Motion by Knight to appoint Chris Damon to serve on the panel. Second by Gonzalez. Approved 6
– 0.
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for an
awning and signage at Lost Addition , Block 13, Lots 5-6, ±0.3305 acres located at 1009 South Austin
Avenue. (CDC-2007-021)
Cook presented the staff report. The owner of the new business, Gatherings, is proposing the
placement of a drop awning in walnut brown tweed along the full length of the lease space they
occupy in a larger commercial strip center facing South Austin Avenue. Signage is also proposed for
the awning.
Motion by McCalla to approve the request for a CDC for the proposed awning and sign based on
a determination that the application is consistent with the Design Guidelines pursuant to Section
3.13.020 of the Unified Development Code. Second by Chapman. Approved 6 – 0.
4.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
demolition of a garage at Lost Addition, Block 63(pt), ± 0.14 acres located at 1006 Rock Street.
(CDC-2007-022)
Cook presented the staff report. The applicant is proposing to change the use of the existing house
to allow offices, and as part of that redevelopment would like to demolish the existing garage to allow
for the construction of a parking lot. Staff recommends that HARC postpone action to allow time for
the applicant to submit a site design of the proposed non-residential use of the property.
Motion by Gonzalez to postpone action of the Certificate of Design Compliance, with the applicant’s
concurrence, to allow time for the applicant to submit a request for a Certificate of Design
Compliance for the site design of the proposed non-residential use of the property. Second by
Knight. Approved 6 – 0.
5.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
demolition of a garage/carport at Lost Addition, Block 64(pt), ±0.149 acres, located at 1005 Rock
Street. (CDC-2007-023)
Cook presented the staff report, stating this was the same type of application and located across the
street from the previous item. The staff recommendation is the same for this application with the
same applicant.
Motion by Gonzalez to postpone action of the Certificate of Design Compliance, with the applicant’s
concurrence, to allow time for the applicant to submit a request for a Certificate of Design
Compliance for the site design of the proposed non-residential use of the property. Second by
Chapman. Approved 6 – 0.
6.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for awnings
and site design at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lots 1 & 4, ± 0.33 acres, located at 114 East 7th
Street. (CDC-2007-024)
Cook presented the staff report and photos to show the intent of the proposed sidewalk remodel.
The applicant has presented a concept to have a series of restaurants along 7th Street that include
outdoor dining. To facilitate this proposal he is requesting a Certificate of Design Compliance
approval to add awning, expansion of the sidewalk to allow outside seating, and add 45-inch high
ornamental iron fence at the edge of the sidewalk along the street.
Kenny Nguyen, the applicant, was available for questions. He stated he was trying to increase foot
traffic on this part of the street and that the railing is removable if necessary. Commissioners offered
several comments. There was much concern about the actual design of the sidewalk and how it
should match the rest of the downtown standards. They suggested he talk to the City Council and
streets department about getting the right sidewalks installed prior to any renovations. They also did
not like the railing, saying it didn’t fit the character of the area and suggested landscaping in pots
instead to establish a boundary and “sense of place”.
Motion by Knight to postpone action to allow the applicant to submit more details and possible
engineering on the sidewalk. Second by Johnson. Approved 6 – 0.
Night urged the applicant to talk to City Council about fixing the sidewalks. Cook agreed to draft a
resolution from HARC regarding the sidewalk on that side of 7th Street.
The Commission took a 5 minute break. Damon left but there was still a quorum.
7.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
demolition of an outbuilding during the change to office from residential use, paint colors, signage,
and site design with an alternative landscape plan at Lost Addition, Block 68 (pt.), ±0.4133 acres,
located at 407 West University Avenue. (CDC-2007-025)
Cook presented the staff report. The owner of an existing house is proposing to use the property for
offices and is seeking a Certificate of Design Compliance approval to demolish an outbuilding, change
paint colors, install signs, and to make site design changes with an alternative landscape plan.
Motion by Johnson to approve the Certificate of Design Compliance as presented and recommended
by staff. Second by Gonzalez. Approved 5 – 0.
8.Receive an update on neon signs in Downtown.
Cook opened the discussion of the inventory of neon signs that was done in 2003. Staff will do a
re-inventory of neon signs currently in businesses downtown and discuss with Code Enforcement the
process to be used to eliminate any violations.
9.Receive an update on Parking Agreements Downtown.
Cook opened the discussion of demolition of garages and structures in the downtown overlay district
to put parking behind the building. There was a concern about allowing Mixed Use zoning in the
overlay and those standards pushing parking areas into the neighborhoods. The Commission wanted
it noted that they would like the ordinance changed that orders 1 parking space per 500 square feet
of building. They suggested forming a downtown parking study committee to address this problem .
10.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on October 25, 2007.
11.Consideration and possible action to reschedule the November 22, 2007 Commission meeting. No
action was taken.
Motion by Gonzalez to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at 05:30
PM in the Georgetown Municipal Complex, Williamson Room located at 300 Industrial Blvd, Georgetown,
Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 05:30 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a special scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Dinner – 5:30 PM
Regular Agenda – To begin no earlier than 6:00 PM:
Training Session with Karen McGraw , McGraw Marburger, on Certificate of Design Compliance
Review
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Tuesday ,
September 18, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight; Linda McCalla
Members Absent:
Chris Damon
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner
Minutes
Regular Meeting
Chair O'Donnell opened the training session at 6:10 p.m.
Training Session with Karen McGraw , of McGraw Marburger, on Certificate of Design Compliance Review.
Training Session was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, September 13, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 06:00
PM in the City Council Chambers, located at 101 East 7th Street, Georgetown, TX 78626
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
and Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
Notice is hereby given that members of the City of Georgetown Historic and Architectural Review
Commission have been invited and may possibly attend a presentation on Thursday, September 13, 2007
at 6:00 p.m. at the City Council Chambers located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas 78626.
Introduction1.
Presentation of the update of the Historic Resource Survey of the City of Georgetown by 2.
Hardy-Heck-Moore, Inc. (HHM)
Closing comments3.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, September 13, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
September 13, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
and Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Planner and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
Elizabeth Cook opened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. and introduced the staff of Hardy Heck and Moore. They
made the presentation of the updated survey and responded to questions from the audience. They
offered that the survey would be available for review at the Planning Department, located at 300-1
Industrial Ave. The presentation adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, August 30, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 06:00 PM
in the Georgetown Municipal Complex, located at 300 Industrial Blvd, Georgetown, Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
This meeting was rescheduled from August 23, 2007. This will be the regular meeting of HARC for
August, 2007.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the July 26, 2007 meeting.1.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for façade
and roof renovations at Cody’s Addition, Block I, Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, ±0.25 acres located at
1201 Church Street. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-018.pdf
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for building
renovations, including replacing canopies, installing awnings, paint color and architectural changes;
site design; and an alternative parking plan at Glasscock Addition, Block 2, Lots 1-2 and 6-8, ±0.782
acres located at 904 South Main Street and 909 South Austin Avenue.
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-020a.pdf and
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-020b.pdf
4.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on September 27, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, August 30, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
August 30, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair Tommy Gonzalez, Vice-chair; John Chapman, J.C. Johnson, and Nancy Knight
and Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
Chris Damon
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by Chair O’Donnell.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the July 26, 2007 meeting.1.
Motion by Gonzalez to approve the minutes of July 26, 2007 meeting. Second by Chapman.
Approved 5 – 0.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for façade
and roof renovations at Cody’s Addition, Block I, Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, ±0.25 acres located at
1201 Church Street. (CDC-2007-018)
Cook gave an overview of the application, stating this project had come before the Commission
before for comments, and then last month for a CDC and the commission had not approved the CDC
and wanted revisions based on the new information that was brought forth that showed this was a
possible structure of historical significance.
The applicant, Tom Nichols serving as the agent/architect, redesigned the roofline as requested
added the terracotta tile roof and made changes as requested by the commission. Mr. Nichols
provided pictures of the interior roof structure and tried to show some of the history of the building
that was uncovered in the interior remodeling. He stated the owner was trying to be respectful of
some of the structure’s history but is also trying to improve the building and scale to match the
adjacent neighborhood.
The Commissioners and Mr. Nichols debated which remodel era should be used since it has been
many different “styles” over the centuries. Commissioner Johnson stated he wanted the building
restored back to the 1950’s style grocery store because it remained in that style the longest. The
Commissioners were concerned about the character of the building being on a major thoroughfare of
the city.
Motion by Commissioner Gonzalez to approve the Certificate of Design Compliance based on
compliance with the applicable Design Guidelines as listed in the staff report and presented at this
meeting. Second by Commissioner Chapman. Motion approved 3 – 2. (Knight and Johnson
opposed.)
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for building
renovations, including replacing canopies, installing awnings, paint color and architectural changes;
site design; and an alternative parking plan at Glasscock Addition, Block 2, Lots 1-2 and 6-8, ±0.782
acres located at 904 South Main Street and 909 South Austin Avenue. (CDC-2007-020)
Cook presented an overview of the changes the applicant was proposing. The applicant and architect
had been before the Commission at a previous meeting to discuss their concept and to get input from
the Commission before bringing in a specific plan. The application was submitted with the suggested
changes made. Cook explained the project was reviewed as an infill project and stated the suggested
changes met all the guidelines, including planned landscaping and screened dumpsters. The
applicant is requesting approval of an alternative parking plan as there are not enough spaces on site
to accommodate the requirements. They are asking to use spaces on 9th Street, Main Street and the
city parking lot across Main Street. The Commissioners discussed the downtown parking inventory
and asked staff to look into the situation to make sure parking spaces weren’t being reallocated that
had already been assigned to another business.
The Commissioners made overall positive comments . They liked the better use of design , matching
the faux façades to the tenant spaces, more simple façades and screening of the HVAC units on the
roof. The question was raised about the signage of each of the tenant spaces and how the
architectural details on each tenant space would limit the signage allowed. The owner stated he
would consider that and try to adjust the design slightly.
Cook presented the color swatches that were to be used on each of the façades. The Commission
suggested testing all the colors as swatches on the building before painting the entire building these
colors. The owner agreed to do that .
Motion by Knight to approve the Certificate of Design Compliance based on compliance with
the applicable Design Guidelines for site design, an alternative parking plan, building renovations,
including demolition of existing and installation of new canopies and awnings, paint color and
architectural changes. The following conditions apply;
Lighting and landscaping shall meet the Unified Development Code requirements, Approval of the
facade design gives the applicant latitude to change the architectural detail of the Austin Avenue
elevation with staff approval based on a poll of the HARC membership, and Approval of the paint
colors is subject to staff approval after color samples have been applied to the building and staff’s poll
of the HARC membership.
Second by Gonzalez. Motion approved 5 – 0.
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on September 27, 2007.
Cook announced a public meeting will be held on September 13 to present the Draft Updated Historic
Resource Survey that has been prepared by Hardy, Heck & Moore. All Commissioners are
encouraged to attend. This will be held in the City Council Chambers.
Cook also announced a HARC training is being scheduled for the month of September and possible
times were discussed.
Motion by Knight to adjourn. Meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, August 23, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 06:00 PM
in the
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
This meeting has been rescheduled to August 30, 2007. Please see that agenda for complete listing.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the July 26, 2007 meeting.1.
Regular Agenda:
Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for façade 1.
and roof renovations at Cody’s Addition, Block I, Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, ±0.25 acres located at
1201 Church Street. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-018.pdf
Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for building 2.
renovations, including replacing canopies, installing awnings, paint color and architectural changes;
site design; and an alternative parking plan at Glasscock Addition, Block 2, Lots 1-2 and 6-8, ±0.782
acres located at 904 South Main Street and 909 South Austin Avenue.
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-020a.pdf and
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-020b.pdf
Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next 3.
meeting of the Commission on September 27, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, August 23, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
August 23, 2007.
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Minutes
Regular Meeting
This meeting was rescheduled to Thursday, August 30, 2007.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, July 26, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 06:00 PM in
the Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, TX 78626
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the June 28, 2007 meeting.1.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for new
awnings at City of Georgetown, Block 51, Lots 6-8, 0.271396 acres located at 817 Austin Avenue,
Suite 100. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-017.pdf
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for facade
and roof renovations at Cody’s Addition, Block I, Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, 0.25 acres located at
1201 Church Street. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-018.pdf
4.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage
and paint colors at City of Georgetown, Block 38, Lots 2 and 3 (pt.), 0.3881 acres located at 109 West
7th Street, Suite 110. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-019.pdf
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on August 23, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, July 26, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
July 26, 2007.
Members Present:
Tommy Gonzalez, Vice-chair; John Chapman, Chris Damon, J.C. Johnson, and Nancy Knight.
Members Absent:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; and Linda McCalla
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Acting Chair Gonzalez.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the June 28, 2007 meeting.1.
Motion by Knight to approve the minutes of the Subcommittee Meeting on June 28, 2007. Second
by Johnson. Approved 4 – 0. Acting Chair will not vote unless breaking a tie.
Motion by Knight to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting on June 28, 2007. Second by
Johnson. Approved 4 – 0.
Regular Agenda:
2.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for new
awnings at City of Georgetown, Block 51, Lots 6-8, 0.271396 acres located at 817 Austin Avenue,
Suite 100. (CDC-2007-017)
Cook presented the staff report. She gave examples of the burgundy color that was to be used. She
stated there was a problem with the awning company already installing the awnings, but the owner
will rectify the problem if the Commission does not approve of the awnings.
Motion by Knight to approve the awnings as submitted to the Commission and installed on the
building. Second by Chapman. Approved 4 – 0.
3.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for facade
and roof renovations at Cody’s Addition, Block I, Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, 0.25 acres located at
1201 Church Street. (CDC-2007-018)
Cook presented the staff report. Cook reported that according to the WCAD records this building is
less than 50 years old and not considered historically significant. The applicant has reported that the
roof is severely damaged and must be completely replaced. Cook stated she used the guidelines
given in Chapter 12 for infill development in Area 2. The applicant is proposing to replace the roof
and modify the appearance of the building.
Commissioner Johnson spoke and says that WCAD records are incorrect and that the Historic
Resource Survey says this building was built in 1930, making it historic and he believes it should be
reviewed as such. He doesn’t think the roofline and facade of the building should be altered as much
as proposed. He stated the windows are currently incorrect and should be rectified. He believes the
original building was the Spanish revival style and should be retained. He said the proposed design
does not meet the Guidelines and it needs to be researched before issuing a CDC.
The Commissioners debated how to review the application without completely denying it . Motion by
Chapman to postpone action of this application while it is being revised in light of new information
regarding the age of the building. Second by Knight. Approved 4 – 0.
4.Consideration and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for signage
and paint colors at City of Georgetown, Block 38, Lots 2 and 3 (pt.), 0.3881 acres located at 109 West
7th Street, Suite 110. (CDC-2007-019)
Cook presented the staff report. The applicant is requesting approval of a canopy sign , a window
sign and paint color and 2 color panels under the windows. Staff is proposing not changing the paint
color of the two panels because they currently match the rest of the panels along the entire front of
the building. Cook explained the sign graphic on the application shows white lettering and the owner
really wants beige.
Meghan di Martino, the applicant, was present and asked to speak. She agrees that she wants to use
beige lettering instead of white. She is proposing light green color panels instead of the orange color
they currently are, to “soften” the feel of the building. She plans to open a spa in that portion of the
building and wants to soften the look and feel. Ms. di Martino also wants to hang the sign by small
chains and not use the brackets as proposed in the application.
Motion by Damon to approve the use of green in the panels on the front of the building, to change
the hanging mechanism of the sign from brackets to a chain, and to issue the rest of the CDC as
submitted. Second by Chapman. Approved 4 – 0.
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on August 23, 2007.
Motion by Knight to adjourn. Second by Chapman. Meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 06:00 PM in
the Georgetown Municipal Complex, located at 300 Industrial Blvd, Georgetown, Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
1.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the May 24, 2007 meeting.
2.CDC-2007-015 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 51,
Lots 6-8 (parts), a 0.271396-acre portion located at 817 Austin Avenue, Suite 101, if referred by the
HARC Sign Subcommittee. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-015.pdf
Regular Agenda:
3.Consideration and possible recommendation on a conceptual review of a proposed facade and roof
remodel at the northwest corner of Austin Avenue and 9th Street
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/Concept.Rev.Austin.Ninth.pdf
4.Consideration and possible recommendation on a conceptual review of a proposed facade and roof
remodel at the southeast corner of East University Avenue and Church Street
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/Concept.Rev.Univ.Church.pdf
5.Consideration and possible action on the HARC Sign Subcommittee review of sign applications.
6.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on July 26, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
June 28, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; Tommy Gonzalez, Vice-chair; John Chapman, Chris Damon, J.C. Johnson,
Nancy Knight, and Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by Chair O’Donnell.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the May 24, 2007 meeting.1.
CDC-2007-015 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 51, 2.
Lots 6-8 (parts), a 0.271396-acre portion located at 817 Austin Avenue, Suite 101, if referred by the
HARC Sign Subcommittee.
Motion by Knight to approve the consent agenda items. Second by Gonzalez. Approved 4 – 0.
(Chair abstained, and Chapman and Damon were not present at this time.)
Regular Agenda:
3.Consideration and possible recommendation on a conceptual review of a proposed facade and roof
remodel at the northwest corner of Austin Avenue and 9th Street.
Cook presented the concept of the building redesign. Commissioner Chapman was seated on the dais.
The applicant is proposing to redo the facade of the building to look like several small building fronts
with different building materials and colors on each. There is not a tenant for any of these spaces at
this time. The applicants have met with the assistant city manager and were asking for the
commission’s initial comments.
Gonzalez questioned the parking accommodations for this building. The applicant has the city
manager’s approval and the design guidelines allow for shared parking spaces in the downtown
district. Commissioner Damon was seated on the dais. Chair O’Donnell suggested the articulation be
more exaggerated. Commissioner McCalla expressed concern that the multiple elevations do not
feeling “truthful” because the tenant spaces will not match the breakdown of the façade. Others
agreed. They suggested the building have more integrity with the interior number of tenants versus
a faux historicism as was presented. They feel the true nature of the building is not what is being
presented. The architect stated he would work on the design and appreciated the comments .
4.Consideration and possible recommendation on a conceptual review of a proposed facade and roof
remodel at the southeast corner of East University Avenue and Church Street.
The architect, Tom Nichols presented the concept of the building redesign . He discussed the fact that
the roof is unsound and that the owners want to lower the existing roof façade to be more in line
with the neighborhood and pedestrian scale. This property has an existing 100% impervious cover
and any landscaping would be potted plants or possibly islands that the owner adds later. The
Commission discussed the concept and said they were comfortable with all the elements.
5.Consideration and possible action on the HARC Sign Subcommittee review of sign applications.
There were no applications brought forward from the Sign Subcommittee .
6.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on July 26, 2007.
Cook discussed bringing sign applications to the full commission when the sign application is
submitted with an entire site plan or building CDC application. The Commission agreed that is what
they prefer.
Motion by McCalla to adjourn. Second by Chapman. Meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee will meet on Thursday, June 28,
2007 at 05:00 PM in the Georgetown Municipal Complex, located at 300 Industrial Blvd, Georgetown,
Texas.
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee Members:
Tommy Gonzalez, J.C. Johnson and Nancy Knight
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 05:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee is responsible for hearing and
taking final action on sign applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City
Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Sign
Subcommittee, for consideration and possible action on the following:
CDC-2007-015 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 51, 1.
Lots 6-8 (parts), a 0.271396-acre portion located at 817 Austin Avenue, Suite 101.
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-015.pdf
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, June 28, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee of the City of Georgetown, Texas,
met on Thursday , June 28, 2007.
Members Present:
J.C. Johnson, and Nancy Knight
Members Absent:
Tommy Gonzalez
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 5:10 p.m.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission Sign Subcommittee is responsible for hearing and
taking final action on sign applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City
Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Sign
Subcommittee, for consideration and possible action on the following:
CDC-2007-015 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 51, 1.
Lots 6-8 (parts), a 0.271396-acre portion located at 817 Austin Avenue, Suite 101.
Cook presented an example of the proposed awning color and discussed with the Commissioners the
sign application. Knight and Johnson agreed that the applicant could have the signs on either the
windows or the proposed awnings, but not on both. There was a discussion of how to accelerate the
approval of the awnings when the separate application is brought forth. It was decided that if the
proposed awnings are the color presented at this meeting and within the guidelines, Cook would be
given the authority to approve them.
Motion by Johnson to approve the sign application as submitted, with the stipulation that the lettering
on the hanging sign be white, not cream colored as shown. Second by Knight. Approved 2 – 0.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:20 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, May 24, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 06:00 PM in
the City Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted
Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
1.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the April 26, 2007 meeting.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on
with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from
the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as
part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item
on the Consent Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report,
unless otherwise noted.
2.CDC-2007-014 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at Lost Addition, Block 64, a
0.1148 acre portion located at 212 West 10th Street.
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-014.pdf
Regular Agenda:
3.Consideration and Possible Action on the creation of a standing committee to review sign
applications per revisions to Section 3.13.020 of the Unified Development Code (UDC) pertaining
to Administrative and Subcommittee Review authority.
4.Consideration and Possible Action on the selection of HARC members to serve on standing
committee to review sign applications.
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the
next meeting of the Commission on June 28, 2007.
Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on June 28, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, May 24, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
May 24, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; Tommy Gonzalez, Vice-chair (in at 6:20); Chris Damon, J.C. Johnson, Nancy
Knight, and Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
John Chapman
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner; Barbara Quirk, Acting City Attorney, and Karen Frost, Recording
Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Chair O’Donnell.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the April 26, 2007 meeting.1.
Motion by McCalla to approve the minutes. Second by Knight. Motion passes by 4 - 0. Chair says he
will abstain from voting unless necessary to break a tie.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
2.CDC-2007-014 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at Lost Addition, Block 64, a 0.1148
acre portion located at 212 West 10th Street.
Motion by Knight to approve. Second by Damon. Motion passes 4 – 0.
Regular Agenda:
3.Consideration and Possible Action on the creation of a standing committee to review sign applications
per revisions to Section 3.13.020 of the Unified Development Code (UDC) pertaining to Administrative
and Subcommittee Review authority.
Cook presented the staff report. The City Council has directed HARC to form a standing Sign
Subcommittee to review sign applications more frequently than the current once a month schedule.
The Subcommittee may decide to refer to HARC if necessary or issue a CDC more expeditiously . It is
up to the Commission to determine how this will be carried out.
The Commission discussed the logistics and issues associated with the directive . They decided they
can’t have four members serve on the subcommittee because that would cause a possible tie vote
and it would represent a full quorum of the HARC and therefore have to be posted as a full meeting,
which defeats the direction of the Council. The Commission discussed the appeals process and how
items would be referred to the entire HARC. They decided that items sent to the subcommittee
would require a unanimous vote, 3 of 3, or the item would be sent to the entire commission.
Gonzalez in.
Damon wants staff to be able to separate those items that are easily compliant with the Guidelines
and feels the new process is not efficient. Knight wants the process streamlined but still have citizen
oversight. Quirk stated that if the HARC doesn’t like the process it should be taken back to the City
Council for further discussion and action. This is a possible agenda item on the next HARC agenda .
Motion by Gonzalez that HARC creates a standing subcommittee to review sign applications per
revisions to Section 3.13.020 of the Unified Development Code (UDC) with a total of three members,
to meet twice per month, except that no meeting will be required if no applications are filed in time
to be heard at the meeting and that in order for the subcommittee to approve or deny a permit, a
unanimous vote of the members present shall be required, and said subcommittee shall refer any
item to the HARC on which such unanimous vote has not been made. Second by Knight. Motion
passed 5 – 0.
4.Consideration and possible action on the selection of HARC members to serve on standing committee
to review sign applications.
Tommy Gonzalez, J.C. Johnson and Nancy Knight volunteered for this service. Motion by Gonzalez to
accept these volunteers. Second by McCalla. Approved 5 – 0.
The meeting time and date of the subcommittee meetings was discussed . The Commission decided
that items that are unanimously denied at the subcommittee meeting would not go forward to the
next HARC meeting. A unanimous decision to grant a CDC could be granted by the subcommittee.
Any item that was not a unanimous decision of the subcommittee would automatically be submitted
to the entire Commission at its next regularly scheduled meeting.
Motion by Gonzalez that the Sign Subcommittee will meet the 2nd Thursday of each month at 9:00
a.m. in the Georgetown Municipal Complex, if applications have been submitted ahead of time to
meet the posting requirements, and the Subcommittee will meet the 4th Thursday of each month at
5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, before the regular HARC meeting at 6:00 p.m., and any items
that are on the agenda at 5:00 p.m. will also be on the 6:00 p.m. regular meeting agenda in case any
of those items need to be referred to the entire commission. Second by Johnson. Approved 5 – 0.
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff and reminder of the next
meeting of the Commission on June 28, 2007.
Cook reported that the city is advertising to fill the Historic Planner’s position. O’Donnell wanted to
go on record as saying Rowe served the commission very professionally and will be missed. Knight
stated she was a great resource for the commission.
Motion by Johnson to adjourn at 7:06 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, April 26, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 06:00 PM in
the Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final
action on applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City
Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission, for consideration and possible action on the
following:
1.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the March 22, 2007 meeting.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may
act on with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that
any item from the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act
upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review
Commission's approval of an item on the Consent Agenda will be consistent with the staff
recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
2.CDC-2007-013 – Certificate of Design Compliance for paint colors at Glasscock
Addition, Block 4, Lots 5, 6 and south 1/2 of Lot 7 located at 313 West 10th
Street.
Regular Agenda :
3.CDC-2007-012 – Certificate of Design Compliance for infill construction and height
exception at City of Georgetown, Block 28, Lots 1-8, a 1.32 acre portion located at 500
South Austin Avenue.
4.Discussion and possible action on the adoption of Commission Bylaws in accordance
with Ordinance No. 2007-13 and Ordinance 2007-16 of the City of Georgetown.
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and/or staff.
Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on May 24, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, April 26, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
April 26, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman, Chris Damon, Tommy Gonzalez, J.C. Johnson, Nancy Knight,
Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
none
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Rebecca Rowe, Historic Planner; Barbara Quirk, Acting City Attorney, Elizabeth Cook, Principal Planner
and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
These minutes are in draft form until approved at the next regular meeting of the HARC.
The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. by Chair O’Donnell .
Rowe introduced the new Principal Planner, Elizabeth Cook.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking
final action on applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the
City Council adopted Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting
of the Historic and Architectural Review Commission, for consideration and possible action
on the following:
1.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the March 22, 2007 meeting.
Motion by Knight to approve the minutes with spelling correction of Gonzalez’s name.
Second by Gonzalez. Motion passes by 6 - 0. Chair says he will abstain from voting
unless necessary to break a tie.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission
may act on with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may
request that any item from the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission
discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and
Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent Agenda will be
consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
2.CDC-2007-013 –Certificate of Design Compliance for paint colors at Glasscock
Addition, Block 4, Lots 5, 6 and south 1/2 of Lot 7 located at 313 West 10th Street.
Motion by Chapman to approve the consent agenda item. Second by Damon. Motion
passes 6 - 0.
Regular Agenda:
3.CDC-2007-012 – Certificate of Design Compliance for infill construction and height
exception at City of Georgetown, Block 28, Lots 1-8, a 1.32 acre portion located at 500
South Austin Avenue.
Rowe presented the item. The applicant is proposing to revise the previously approved
design for the new construction at the corner of Austin Avenue and 6th Street,
including a request for a height exception to go over 40 feet. Rowe distributed copies of
a public comment that she had recently received in support of the project and
distributed pre-approved drawings of the project. She explained the footprint of the
buildings was previously approved and the applicant is requesting an additional area
for the biotower. The biotower composter is a unique situation and the guideline that
directs “minimization of visual impact” is up to the Commission. The applicant is
requesting a height exception of 48 feet with a possibility of being able to reduce that to
42 feet.
The applicant, Rusty Winkstern was available for questions. Gonzalez asked why the
applicant was asking for the additional height. Winkstern stated that they are adding
an additional floor which would bring them up to 44 feet and adding a 4 foot parapet
for screening brings them to 48 feet. He is trying to keep the same sense of scale that is
found in other buildings on the square, with 12 foot ceilings, etc. McCalla clarified that
the biotower is only about 26 feet tall. O’Donnell pointed out that the corner element
across Austin Avenue was approved for 48 feet.
The Commission discussed with the applicant the screening of the biotower. Winkstern
stated that since it is such a unique concept and has become a national icon, he would
like to keep it open but use the same tile as the “wing” next to it. There was also
discussion of building the 4 foot screening parapet back from the face of the building to
lower the illusion of a higher wall. The Commission agreed that they would rather see
more height on Rock Street than on Austin Avenue side of the building.
Motion by Knight to determine that the goals and purposes set forth in 4.06.020 B3 of
the UDC will be achieved and the Design Guidelines discussed at this meeting are met,
and that the commission therefore approves the Certificate of Design Compliance for
infill construction and a height exception at Georgetown Block 28, Lots 1 - 8 as reviewed
by the Commission at this meeting , with the condition that the color of the biotower
composter match the building in front of it . Second by Chapman. Approved 6 - 0.
4.Discussion and possible action on the adoption of Commission Bylaws in accordance
with Ordinance No. 2007-13 and Ordinance 2007-16 of the City of Georgetown.
Rowe reported that the City Council has approved that the HARC was to be reduced
from 11 to 7 members, was to remove all alternate positions and add term limits of two
2-year terms. The recommended bylaw changes were reflective of the Council
decisions.
Motion by Gonzalez to recommend the proposed bylaw changes to City Council.
Second by Knight. Approved 6 - 0.
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and/or staff.
Knight asked about the installation of the Dos Salsas sign that was approved at a
previous meeting. Rowe explained the color approvals and how the sign met the
approved CDC.
Johnson asked about the demolition of the house at 9th Street and Church Street. Rowe
responded that she believed the house had been sold and would be relocated instead of
demolished.
6.Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on May 24, 2007.
Chair O’Donnell adjourned the meeting at 7:17 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, March 22, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, March 22, 2007 at 06:00 PM in
the Council Chambers, located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Tommy Gonzalez; J. C. Johnson; Nancy Knight;
Linda McCalla
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted
Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
1.Nominations and action to appoint new Vice Chair and Secretary.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on
with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from
the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as
part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item
on the Consent Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report,
unless otherwise noted.
2.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the February 22, 2007 meeting.
3.CDC-2007-009 –Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 27, Lot
1-8 located at 501 Austin Avenue.
4.CDC-2007-010 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 40,
Lots 5, 6,7, and 8, a .386 acre portion located at 109 East 8th Street.
5.CDC-2007-011 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 52,
Lot 3, a 0.0707 acre portion located at 809 South Main Street.
6.CDC-2007-008 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage, paint colors and new front door at
City of Georgetown, Block 39, Lot 5 located at 604 South Church Street.
Regular Agenda:
7.CDC-2007-006 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage and facade changes at City of
Georgetown, Block 64, a 0.16 acre portion located at 1000 South Austin Avenue.
8.CDC-2007-007 – Certificate of Design Compliance for demolition or removal of a historic structure
and new construction at Glasscock Addition, Block 9, Lots 5 and 6, a 0.33 acre portion located at 201
East 9th Street, and including discussion of existing structure.
9.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff.
Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on April 26, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, March 22, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
March 22, 2007.
Members Present:
Rick O’Donnell, Chair; John Chapman, Tommy Gonzales, J.C. Johnson, Nancy Knight, Linda McCalla.
Members Absent:
Chris Damon
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Rebecca Rowe, Historic Planner; Barbara Quirk, Acting City Attorney, and Karen Frost, Recording
Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
These minutes are in draft format until approved and /or amended at the next regular HARC meeting.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted
Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
1.Nominations and action to appoint new Vice Chair and Secretary.
The Meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Chair O’ Donnell. He welcomed the new member,
Tommy Gonzales and stated that there was a quorum present .
Nominations were opened. Johnson nominated McCalla as Vice Chair. McCalla declined. Gonzales
volunteers. Johnson nominated Gonzales. Second by McCalla. Motion was approved 4 -0. (Chair
O’Donnell and Gonzales abstained.)
Motion by McCalla for Knight as Secretary. Second by Gonzales. Motion was approved 4 – 0. (Chair
O’Donnell and Knight abstained.)
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on
with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from
the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as
part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item
on the Consent Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report,
unless otherwise noted.
2.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the February 22, 2007 meeting.
3.CDC-2007-009 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block
27, Lot 1-8 located at 501 Austin Avenue.
4.CDC-2007-010 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block
40, Lots 5, 6,7, and 8, a .386 acre potion located at 109 East 8th Street.
5.CDC-2007-011 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block
52, Lot 3, a 0.0707 acre portion located at 809 Main Street.
6.CDC-2007-008 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage, paint colors and new front
door at City of Georgetown, Block 39, Lot 5 located at 604 South Church Street.
Linda McCalla leaves the dais for possible conflict of interest with a consent agenda item.
Motion by Knight to approve the consent agenda with the minor modifications to the minutes, Beebe
Gray was incorrectly listed as an alternate. Second by Chapman. Approved 4 – 0.
Chair O’Donnell clarified that he would only be voting as necessary to break a tie vote.
Regular Agenda:
7.CDC-2007-006 – Certificate of Design Compliance for signage and faæade changes at City of
Georgetown, Block 64, a 0.16 acre portion located at 1000 South Austin Avenue.
Rowe presented the staff report. The applicant is proposing to reface portions of the faæade with
limestone and to add new signage. Two flush mounted wall signs are proposed , one to be located on
the 10th Street faæade and the second to be located as a secondary sign near the bay doors on the
Austin Avenue faæade. The applicant is proposing covering the existing red painted walls with a full
sign package. The signs will be vinyl construction with vinyl lettering. The proposed colors for the
signage are black, blue and white.
The Commissioners asked questions for clarification. The applicant, Mr. Matthew Canava answered
many of the questions. Mr. Canava stated he also wants to replace the doors of the building and
asked if he would have to re-apply to the Commission. Chair O’Donnell answered that if the doors
were a different type and color, then yes. If the changes are minor, then an administrative CDC
might be granted.
Motion by McCalla to accept the proposal for faæade and sign changes as proposed. Second by
Johnson. Commissioners discussed the sizes of the signs and whether they should all be allowed.
Commission voted and the motion was denied 5 – 0.
Motion by Knight to issue the CDC as proposed conditioned upon disallowing the proposed
“informational” signs proposed for the north and south portions of the overhang in exchange for
allowing greater than normal square footage on the Austin Avenue potion of the overhang, and
including informational signage in the logo sign to be located on the 10th Street facade; sign not to
exceed 27 sq. ft. Second by Gonzales. Approved 5 – 0.
8.CDC-2007-007 – Certificate of Design Compliance for demolition or removal of a historic
structure and new construction at Glasscock Addition, Block 9, Lots 5 and 6, a 0.33 acre portion
located at 201 East 9th Street, and including discussion of existing structure.
Rowe presented the next case. The applicant is proposing to demolish or remove the historic
structure existing on site and to replace it with two new limestone structures. One will be used as a
bed and breakfast and the other will be office or residential. All parking will be located on site in a lot
at the far east of the property.
Rowe distributed a letter by Beverly Larkham written to the Commission asking the Commission to
deny the application for demolition to save the trees located on the lot. The applicant stated that
they have a potential buyer for the old structure and might be moving it to another lot.
Commissioner Johnson asked clarifying questions. There was discussion of trying to move a rock wall
to protect a tree. There was also discussion of reducing the parking requirements to save another
tree. The applicant agreed to readdress the parking arrangement to try and save a tree. The rock
wall cannot be moved and that tree will be removed.
Motion by McCalla to approve the Certificate of Design Compliance for new construction at 201 East
9th Street. Second by Chapman. Approved 5 – 0.
Motion by Gonzales for approval of a Certificate of Design Compliance for demolition and/or renewal
of a historic structure at 201 East 9th Street. Approved 5 – 0.
9.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff.
Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on April 26, 2007.
Motion by McCalla to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, February 22, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, February 22, 2007 at 06:00
PM in the Council Chambers located at 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown, TX 78626
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Mike Sparks, Chair; Rick O’Donnell, Vice Chair; John Chapman; Clare Easley; Beebe Gray; Jim Keys;
Linda McCalla; John Truehardt; Chris Damon
Alternates: Nancy Knight; J. C. Johnson
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action
on applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted
Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
1.Chairman may appoint alternate(s) to serve at this meeting.
2.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the January 25, 2007 meeting and minutes of
the Special Subcommittee Meeting of December 18, 2006.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on
with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from
the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as
part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission's approval of an item
on the Consent Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report,
unless otherwise noted.
3.CDC-2007-005 –Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 38,
Lot 3, a 0.3581 acre portion located at 109 West 7th Street, Suite 105.
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-005.pdf
Regular Agenda:
4.Presentation and discussion on proposed new construction at Glasscock Addition, Block 9, Lots 5
and 6, a 0.33 acre portion located at 201 East 9th Street, and including discussion of existing
structure. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-004.pdf
5.Presentation and discussion on revisions to Ordinance 2002-020 regarding commissions,
committees and boards in Georgetown and how the revisions pertain to the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/Item-5.pdf
6.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and/or staff.
Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on March 22, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, February 22, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
February 22, 2007.
Members Present:
Mike Sparks, Chair; Rick O’Donnell, Vice Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Linda McCalla; John
Truehardt; Jim Keys.
Alternates: J. C. Johnson; Beebe Gray
Members Absent:
Nancy Knight and Clare Easley
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Rebecca Rowe, Historic Planner; Bobby Ray, Director of Planning & Development and Karen Frost,
Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted Downtown
Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
Chairman may appoint alternate(s) to serve at this meeting. J.C. Johnson was asked to serve on the 1.
dais.
Review and possible approval of the minutes from the January 25, 2007 meeting.2.
Questions were asked regarding the minutes. Johnson pointed out two errors. Motion by Chapman
to approve the minutes with the noted corrections. Second by Truehardt. Approved 8 – 0.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of the
Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item on the Consent
Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
3.CDC-2007-005 –Certificate of Design Compliance for signage at City of Georgetown, Block 38, Lot
3, a 0.3581 acre portion located at 109 West 7th Street, Suite 105.
Motion by Chapman to approve the consent agenda. Second by Truehardt. Approved 8-0.
Regular Agenda:
4.Presentation and discussion on proposed new construction at Glasscock Addition, Block 9, Lots 5 and
6, a 0.33 acre portion located at 201 East 9th Street, and including discussion of existing structure.
Rebecca Rowe gave labels to streets and page numbers. Ms Rowe stated the concept of this property
has changed since December when reviewed. Roofs of the structure would be metal instead of tile.
Windows and balcony have become a little more simplified and less Tuscan. The basic color pallets
and materials have stayed the same. Ms. Rowe stated the applicants are here to answer questions.
Commissioner Chapman stated he feels this plan has drastically changed from the previous plan
presented in December. Chair Sparks invited the applicant to answer questions. Mr. McKee stated in
Lot 6 they plan for a Bed & Breakfast. The materials on the inside will be stucco and limestone on the
outside. A patio will be between the two buildings, which can be seen in the layout. Lot 5 will be a
two-story office building and parking with wall screening from 9th Street. Commissioners stated this
plan is much more a conceptual design. Mr. McKee stated the materials of the house are mostly bad,
but are trying to reuse some materials. Rebecca Rowe stated the application will be presented next
month.
5.Presentation and discussion on revisions to Ordinance 2002-020 regarding commissions, committees
and boards in Georgetown and how the revisions pertain to the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission.
Rebecca Rowe reported on Ordinance 2002-020 and stated HARC Commissioners have been reduced
by four members and in general alternates have been eliminated city wide. Ms. Rowe also stated
term limits has also been implemented with a maximum of two two-year terms. Several
commissioners stated they never received a letter from Sandra Lee, City Secretary informing them if
they will or will not be re-appointed.
6.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff.
Chair Sparks thanked the serving Commissioners for their support and wished them all the best.
7.Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on March 22, 2007.
Motion to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 6:32 p.m.
Notice of Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, January 25, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission will meet on Thursday, January 25, 2007 at 06:00 PM
in the
If you need accommodations for a disability, please notify the city in advance.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission Members:
Mike Sparks, Chair; Rick O’Donnell, Vice Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Clare Easley; Beebe Gray;
Jim Keys: Linda McCalla; and John Truehardt
Alternates: Nancy Knight; and J. C. Johnson
Historic and Architectural Review Commission meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
unless otherwise specified.
Call to Order at 06:00 PM
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action on
applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted
Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
1.Chairman may appoint alternate(s) to serve at this meeting.
2.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the December 7, 2006 meeting.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on
with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from
the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as
part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission 's approval of an item
on the Consent Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report,
unless otherwise noted.
3. Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
signage at City of Georgetown, Block 38, Lot 3, a 0.3581 acre portion located at 105 West 7th
Street. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-001.pdf
4.Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
signage at Lost Addition, Block 14, a 0.33 acre portion located at 1104 South Main Street.
http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-002.pdf
5.Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
signage at City of Georgetown, Block 41, Lot 4 a 0.07 acre portion located at 708 South Austin
Avenue. http://www.georgetown.org/gis/plds/HARC/CDC-2007-003.pdf
Regular Agenda:
5.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and /or staff.
A. Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on Thursday, February 22, 2007.
Certificate of Posting
I, Sandra Lee, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of _________________, 2007, at __________, and remained so posted for at
least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
__________________________________
Sandra Lee, City Secretary
Minutes of the Meeting of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, January 25, 2007
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday ,
January 25, 2007.
Members Present:
Mike Sparks, Chair; Rick O’Donnell, Vice Chair; John Chapman; Chris Damon; Clare Easley; Beebe
Gray; Linda McCalla
Alternates: Nancy Knight; and J. C. Johnson
Members Absent:
Jim Keys; and John Truehardt
Members Present but not participating:
Staff Present:
Rebecca Rowe, Historic Planner; Bobby Ray, Director of Planning & Development; Barbara Quirk,
Assistant City Attorney; and Karen Frost, Recording Secretary
Minutes
Regular Meeting
These minutes are in draft form until approved at a regular meeting.
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission is responsible for hearing and taking final action
on applications, by issuing Certificates of Design Compliance based upon the City Council adopted
Downtown Design Guidelines. This is a regular scheduled meeting of the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission, for consideration and possible action on the following:
1.Chairman may appoint alternate(s) to serve at this meeting. Knight and Johnson were asked to
serve on the dais.
2.Review and possible approval of the minutes from the December 7, 2006 meeting.
Questions were asked regarding the minutes. Johnson pointed out two typographical errors.
Motion by Knight to approve the minutes with the noted corrections. Second by Damon.
Approved 9 – 0.
Consent Agenda:
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on
with one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from
the Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as
part of the Regular Agenda. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission's approval of an item
on the Consent Agenda will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report,
unless otherwise noted.
3. Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
signage at City of Georgetown, Block 38, Lot 3, a 0.3581 acre portion located at 105 West 7th
Street. CDC-2007-002
4.Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
signage at Lost Addition, Block 14, a 0.33 acre portion located at 1104 South Main Street.
CDC-2007-001
5.Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Design Compliance for
signage at City of Georgetown, Block 41, Lot 4 a 0.07 acre portion located at 708 South Austin
Avenue. CDC-2007-003
Easley requested number 4 pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Knight requested
number 3 pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion. There was a discrepancy in the
numbering of the reports that the Commission received and the agenda numbering. These items
were numbered inconsistently and discussed separately for clarification.
Motion by Knight to approve item 5 on the consent agenda. Second by O’Donnell. Approved 9 –
0.
Quirk asked that all commissioners confirm that the item they just voted on was 708 S. Austin.
They each confirmed their vote.
Regular Agenda:
Item number 3 was opened for discussion. This was clarified that this item was 105 W. 7th
Street’s application for Cianfrani Coffee. Rowe stated the applicant is proposing painted signage
and an awning sign.
Motion by Chapman to approve the CDC. Second by Knight. Approved 9 – 0.
The owner of this property said his address has been changed to 109 W. 7th Street, Suite 105.
Item number 4 was opened for discussion. 1104 S. Main Street, Dos Salsas Restaurant. Rowe
presented the report and stated the applicant is proposing new wall mounted signs and a
monument sign. The monument sign is to be located within the property line at the corner of Main
Street and University Avenue. This sign is proposed to be 12 feet long and 6 feet high for a total of
72 square feet. The Design Guidelines do not restrict the size of the sign, however the UDC
states that monument signs in the Downtown Overlay District shall not be higher than 5 feet. Two
wall/roof mounted signs are proposed to replace the existing wall/roof mounted signs.
Knight questioned the applicant being allowed three primary signs and whether the monument
sign would be placed in the ROW. Rowe stated the monument sign would have to be placed in
the 5 foot setback and that the restaurant already has two wall primary signs and if the
commission allows it, they can have the monument sign also.
Rowe also responded to a question about parking space removal for the sign. She stated that
there is an existing site plan change that would indicate a reduction in parking spaces and that the
sign was proposed to be placed in the planting bed on the corner. The Main Street streetscape
that is being constructed will also affect the parking lot and aesthetics of that corner.
Easley made the comment that she felt the sign was inappropriate in regards to section 9.01 and
9.18 of the Design Guidelines. She prefers a simple sign with a limit of three colors per the
guidelines.
Motion by Easley to deny the Certificate of Design Compliance as presented. Second by Knight.
Easley amended her motion to include the reasons for denial being that the monument sign was
over 5 feet tall, the signage used more than three colors and a simple sign is preferred and this
sign was non-historic in nature. Second of the amendment by Knight. Amendment voted on and
passed with an 8 – 1 vote. (Damon opposed.)
Original motion to deny was voted on and failed 4 (Easley, Knight, O’Donnell and Johnson) to 5
(Chapman, Damon, Gray, McCalla, and Sparks).
Motion by Johnson to deny the application based on the logo being in poor taste. No second.
Motion by Knight to deny the application based on the monument sign size, and the signs not
following the color guidelines found in Section 9.17. Second by Easley. Discussion of definition of
three colors, versus three colors plus black and white which are considered neutral. Motion to
deny failed, 1 (Johnson) to 8 against.
Motion by Damon to approve the application for a CDC with the conditions that the monument
sign be reduced to 5 feet tall and the colors of all signs be redesigned to only include three colors
plus black and white. Second by McCalla. The question was raised whether the staff could
approve these corrections once resubmitted, and the answer was yes.
Motion to approve the CDC passed, 8 – 0 – 1 (Easley abstained because she didn’t want to vote
either for or against.)
6.Comments, questions and general discussion from Commission and/or staff.
A. Reminder of the next meeting of the Commission on Thursday, March 22, 2007.
Sparks requested an update on the status of the rewrite of the Commission’s bylaws.
Ray responded that the Council has not approved any changes yet but that they have proposed
that alternates be eliminated, term limits are set at two two-year terms, and that the size of the
HARC be reduced to 7 members. Ray stated he did not have any answers on how this is to be
implemented. Sparks requested that the Commissioners affected by the changes receive a letter
from the Mayor explaining the changes.
Motion by Knight and second by Johnson to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m.