2302 February 9 HPC SP MTG (Draft)102 West Main Street \ Prattville, AL 36067 \ 334. 595.0500 \ prattvilleal.gov
BILL GILLESPIE, JR.
MAYOR
J. SCOTT STEPHENS, AICPDIRECTOR
CITY OF PRATTVILLE
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING February 9, 2023 4:30 p.m.
Call to Order:
Roll Call: Chairman Sanford, Vice-Chairman Stewart, Mrs. Davis, Mr. Ferguson, Dr. Miller, and Ms. Rollins.
Minutes: December 7, 2022 (Regular Meeting)
Committee Reports:
Old Business: None
New Business: 1.COA2301-01 Certificate of AppropriatenessAddition-Stairs, awnings, parking lot pavement 203 W 4th Street (Performing Arts Center) City of Prattville, Petitioner
Public Hearing
2.COA2301-02 Certificate of AppropriatenessAddition-Pavilion 321 S Chestnut Street (City Parking Lot) City of Prattville, Petitioner
Public Hearing
Miscellaneous: Expedited Approvals: N/A
Election of Officers:
Bylaws Review:
Adjourn:
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1 2 CITY OF PRATTVILLE 3 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 4 MINUTES 5 December 7, 2022 6 7 8 Call to order: 9 The Chairman called the regular meeting of the Prattville Historic Preservation Commission to order on Wednesday, 10 December 7, 2022, at 4:31 p.m. 11 12 Roll Call: 13
The secretary called the roll. Chairman Tim Sanford, Vice-Chair Taylor Stewart, Mrs. Jean Davis, Dr. Tom Miller, 14 and Ms. Kristi Rollins were present. Mr. Scott Ferguson and Mrs. Teresa Nettles were absent. 15 16
Quorum present 17 18 Also present was Mr. Scott Stephens, City Planner; Tommie Williams, Planner; and Ms. Alisa Morgan, Secretary. 19
20 Minutes: 21 Ms. Rollins moved to approve the minutes of the November 9, 2022 special meeting. Ms. Stewart seconded the 22 motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. 23 24 Committee Reports: 25 There were no reports to be made. 26 27 Old Business: 28 There was no old business to discuss. 29 30 New Business: 31 Certificate of Appropriateness 32 Signs 33 110 Bridge Street, 71 Maple Street, 81 Maple Street, 91 Maple Street 34 Chambless King Architects, Petitioner 35 36
Mr. Williams provided the staff report for the Certificate of Appropriateness to allow building signs on property 37 located at 110 Bridge Street, 71 Maple Street, 81 Maple Street, and 91 Maple Street. He stated that the sign to be 38 located on the awning of building 110 Bridge Street “The Mill” is proposed to be metal trimmed acrylic, and 39 internally lit which is inconsistent with the guidelines, and the Maple Street Signs as proposed will be hanging signs 40 located above each entrance, 4ft2, aluminum, double sided, painted black. They are not proposed to be lit. 41 42 Nick Henninger of Chambless King Architects, representative, presented the request for the Certificate of 43 Appropriateness to place building signs on property located at 110 Bridge Street, 71 Maple Street, 81 Maple Street, 44 91 Maple Street. He stated that the signs request has been submitted for review to the National Parks Service, but 45 have not received a decision yet. He stated that their preference for the awning sign is to be lit, but are willing to 46 use external lighting option of metal sign. 47 48 Chairman Sanford opened the floor for public comments. There being no public comments, the public hearing was 49 closed. 50
51 Ms. Rollins moved to separate the discussion and approval of the signs. Ms. Stewart seconded the motion. The 52 motion to separate passed by 4/1 vote as recorded. Favor: Ms. Rollins, Ms. Stewart, Dr. Miller, and Chairman 53
Sanford. Oppose: Mrs. Davis. 54 55
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Chairman Sanford opened discussion for the board. After no further comments or discussion, Ms. Stewart moved 56 to approve the request as submitted to allow the building signs 4ft2 aluminum, double sided, painted black contingent 57 upon approval by National Park Service. Ms. Rollins seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed 58 unanimously. 59 60 Chairman Sanford opened discussion for the board. After no further comments or discussion, Ms. Rollins moved to 61 deny the awning sign as submitted and approve the awning sign, metal, painted, with external lighting contingent 62 upon approval by National Park Service. Dr. Miller seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed 63 unanimously. 64 65 Miscellaneous: 66 Mr. Stephens informed the HPC of an Expedited Review and approval of a rear deck on property located at 141 N. 67 Northington Street. 68
69 Adjourn: 70 With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:02 p.m. 71
72 73 Respectfully submitted, 74
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76 Alisa Morgan, Secretary 77 Historic Preservation Commission 78
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Historic Preservation Commission Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
203 W 4th Street– COA2301-01
DATE
January 26, 2023 February 9, 2023
(Updated for the Special Called Meeting)
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: City of Prattville
Property Owner: City of Prattville
Agent: N/A
Location: 203 W 4th Street – SW Corner of
Review Status and History
Previous Approvals: December 17, 2009 – CoA approved for new sign
October 28, 2021 – CoA approved to pave parking lot
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
Not included in previous surveys. Structure originally
built as a church in the 1950s. Property currently used
as a city-owned theatre.
Proposed Alteration, Renovation, or Addition
The following alterations have been requested by the applicant.
1. Reconfigure/rebuild existing wooden, exterior staircase on west side of building
2. Add awning over new stairs on west side
3. Add awning over door on south side of building
4. Pave parking lot
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PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Scott Stephens, City Planner
Site Visits Conducted: January 2022
Recommendation: Approval
Evaluation:
1. Reconfigure/rebuild existing wooden, exterior staircase on west side of building (Recommendation: Approval)
From the Design Guidelines (page 54):
Staircases and Fire Escapes
1. Locate fire escapes and staircases on the side or rear elevations of structures where they are not visible
from the right of way.
2. New fire escapes and staircases shall not damage historic siding, materials, or architectural elements.
3. Make new exterior staircases, such as those leading to a second story or roof, as unobtrusive as possible.
4. Construct fire escapes and exterior staircases of wood or metal.
5. When removing a fire escape or staircase, make a best faith effort to not damage historic siding,
materials, or architectural elements.
The proposal will be a replacement and reconfiguration of the existing, exterior wooden stairs, on the side of the
building. They are visible from the right-of-way, but are in an unobstrusive location.
2. Add awning over stairs on west side (Recommendation: Approval)
From the Design Guidelines (page 47):
Canopies and Awnings
1. Canopies and awnings shall be preserved through regular cleaning and replacement of materials and
fixtures when necessary.
2. When new canopies and awnings are installed on a building, they shall not damage the historic structure
or any existing architectural features. Visibility of architectural features should be maintained when
installing a new canopy or awning.
3. When adding a new canopy or awning, make use of any existing fixtures. When no fixtures exist, install
them in ways that are minimally invasive to the existing structure.
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4. When an awning is for a window, it shall mirror the shape of the window opening to which it is attached.
Canopies shall align with horizontal elements of the facade such as the cornice or roof lines.
5. Awnings shall be constructed of canvas duck, cotton, or polyester blends. Metal and wood is the most
appropriate material for canopies.
6. Canopy and awning colors shall accent that of the main structure and should not be garishly colored.
7. Canopies and awnings shall not be internally lit. Light fixtures shall be shielded so as to not cause the
appearance of internal illumination.
The proposal will be a flat, metal awning over the new proposed stairs to provide cover from the elements for
people using the staircase.
3. Add awning over door on south side of building (Recommendation: Approval)
See the Design Guidelines (page 47) above.
The proposal will be a flat, metal awning over a door on the rear (south side) of building.
4. Pave parking lot (Recommendation: Approval)
From the Design Guidelines (pages 43-44):
Parking Lots and Structures
1. It is prohibited to demolish historic buildings to build parking lots or new parking structures.
2. Shared parking lots between businesses are encouraged.
3. When parking areas are integrated into existing lots, they shall be located on the side or rear of existing
structures.
4. New parking structures shall be of a compatible design with nearby buildings.
5. Where a new parking structure is adjacent to the public realm, such as along a sidewalk or pathway, the
design of the structure shall minimize its visual impact by not creating the appearance of a solid wall.
Instead, a low open style fence or retaining wall with screening elements and landscaping shall be used.
6. Architectural elements, decorative shielding elements, or landscaping compatible with the historic district
shall be incorporated into new parking structures and parking lots.
7. Public art may be used to shield parking lots and parking structures from view.
8. Access to new parking lots shall be through alleyways or side streets and not off major downtown
thoroughfares.
The proposal is to pave an existing, gravel parking lot with asphalt.
This parking lot was approved to be paved by the HPC at their October 28, 2021, meeting.
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West face of building. Location of staircase (Item 1) and proposed awning (Item 2) highlighted
Staircase to be replaced and reconfigured (Item 1). Proposed awning to cover (Item 2).
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South face of building. Location of proposed awning (Item 3) highlighted
Parking area on east side of building (Item 4)
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Historic Preservation Commission
Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
321 S Chestnut St– COA2301-02
DATE
January 26, 2023 February 9, 2023
(Updated for the Special Called Meeting)
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: City of Prattville
Property Owner: City of Prattville
Agent: N/A
Location: 321 S Chestnut Street – City Hall Parking Lot
Review Status and History
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
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Proposed Alteration, Renovation, or Addition
The following alterations have been requested by the applicant.
1. Build a pavilion
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
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Reviewed by: Scott Stephens, City Planner
Site Visits Conducted: January 2022
Recommendation: Approval
Evaluation:
1. Build a pavilion
The proposal is to construct an open, covered pavilion over an existing sitting area located at the City Hall parking lot.
The Historic District Design Guidelines do not have any specific reference to something like this. It will be located
across the street from City Hall, and adjacent to a residential area.
The Design Guidelines page 36 states:
NEW CONSTRUCTION (RESIDENTIAL)
The construction of new structures on empty lots within the historic district is encouraged and is an important
facet of maintaining the integrity of the historic district. Like other non-contributing structures within the historic
district, new construction should fit into the character of the district, but should not try to imitate historic
buildings. New buildings should draw inspiration from the surrounding architectural styles while maintaining a
contemporary feeling.
The proposal will be distinct from, yet compatible with historic structures (page 35). It will be a simple, wooden
construction to provide relief from the elements for City Hall employees, as well as visitors to City Hall.
Sitting area highlighted
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Certificate of Appropriateness Application City of Prattville, Planning & Development Department 102 W Main Street Prattville, AL 36067 (334) 595-0500 / planning@prattvilleal.gov
Address or Location of Property: ______________________________________________________________________________
Name of Applicant(s): _________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________
Name of Owner(s): ____________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________
The applicant will be the point of contact for all communication with city staff
Describe clearly and in detail the proposed work:
*Attached additional pages if more space is needed.
All items must be initialed as included or understood or “N/A” if not applicable:
_____ Proof of ownership and executed Designation of Agent form if applicant is not owner
_____ Scaled site layout including all existing structures, fences, walkways, driveways, signs, lighting, etc.
_____ Scaled drawings, including elevations showing the proposed changes to the building’s exterior architectural features
_____ Samples of proposed materials to be used (photographs may be substituted for actual materials in some cases – consult staff)
_____ Photographs of the existing structure taken from several views of the structure and site
_____ If demolition, complete additional HPC CoA Demolition Supplement
_____ Any additional materials or documentation that will assist the Historic Preservation Commission in the review (inadequate
information, explanations, samples, drawings, photographs, etc, may result in a postponement of the Commission’s decision or a denial of
your request)
_____ Application Fee
_____ I agree to allow the City to place a sign or signs on this property notifying the public of this request
_____ I understand that a Certificate of Appropriateness issued by the HPC is NOT a building permit nor authorization to begin work.
Building permits must be obtained from the Building Department
_____ Applicant or authorized representative of the applicant must attend the public hearing to support the application
*Deadline to apply for next meeting: ______ / ______ / ______ *Date of next available meeting: ______ / ______ / ______
**Each application will be considered on its own merit. While the Historic Preservation Commission may consider past actions when
making decisions on a CoA, it is not held by those decisions when considering new applications that may appear similar in character.
I have read the above statements and warrant in good faith that I understand and will comply, and that the information
submitted is true and correct. I acknowledge that submitting incorrect or incomplete information that results in delays
is the sole responsibility of the applicant.
Applicant Signature: ________________________________________________________ Date: ______ / ______ / 20_______
STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF _____________________________
I, _________________________________________________, a Notary Public in and for said State at Large, hereby certify that _________________
_______________________________________________, whose name is signed to the foregoing document, and
______ Who is known to me, or ______ Whose identity I proved on the basis of Driver’s license / passport / military ID / other
and that being informed of the contents of the document, he/she, as such officer and with full authority, executed the same voluntarily on the day the
same bears date. Given under my hand and official seal this the _________ day of _______________________________, 20______.
_____________________________________________, Notary Public My Commission Expires: __________________________
Yes
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Is this property in a Special Flood Hazard Area?* *approximately 40% of the Prattville Historic District is in a Special Flood Hazard Area (floodplain). For more information, please contact the Planning Department
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