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2407 July 25 HPC 102 West Main Street \ Prattville, AL 36067 \ 334. 595.0500 \ prattvilleal.gov BILL GILLESPIE, JR. MAYOR J. SCOTT STEPHENS, AICP DIRECTOR CITY OF PRATTVILLE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA July 25, 2024 4:30 p.m. Call to Order: Roll Call: Chairman Miller, Vice-Chairman Pruett, Ms. Davis, Mr. Ferguson, Ms. Fritz, Mr. McKay, and Ms. Rollins. Minutes: June 27, 2024 Committee Reports: Old Business: None New Business: 1. COA2407-01 Certificate of Appropriateness Additions-Accessory Structure 126 E 5th Street Angela Walker, Petitioner Public Hearing 2. COA2407-02 Certificate of Appropriateness Signs 203 W 4th Street City of Prattville, Petitioner Public Hearing Miscellaneous: Expedited Review: 1. 219 1st Street (new shingles) Adjourn: Page 1 of 6 Historic Preservation Commission Staff Report CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS 126 E 5th St. – COA2407-01 DATE July 25, 2024 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT Petitioner: Angela Walker Property Owner: Billy and Angela Walker Agent: N/A Location: 1226 E 5th St. Review Status and History Previous Approvals: N/A 1984/2007/2023 Historic Properties Inventory Details 126 East 5th Street, Gillespie-Moody House a) 1984: “c. 1890; one story, frame, tall hipped roof with lesser gabled extensions on main elevations, porch abutting projecting front bay (original supports replaced c. 1925 by brick-pier and post supports); original banjo work and scrollcut trim in apex of front gable.” b) 2007: c. 1890, contributing. “The frame house is one-story and has a hipped roof with lesser gable extensions. In the apex of its front gable is original banjo work and scroll-cut trim. Its porch with circa 1925 brick-pier and post supports abuts its projecting front bay.” c) 2023: c. 1890, contributing. This frame house is one-story and has a hipped roof with lesser gable extensions. It no longer has banjo-work or Page 2 of 6 scroll-cut trim in its front gable. Its porch with circa 1925 brick-pier and post supports abuts its projecting front bay. Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition The following alterations have been requested by the applicant. 1. Placing a accessory structure (tool/storage shed) in the backyard PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION: Reviewed by: Joshua McKinney, Planner Site Visits Conducted: July 2024 ACCESSORY STRUCTURES (p 38) New Accessory Structures (p 38) 1. New accessory structures that are visible from the right of way shall be compatible with the style of the main structure. 2. New accessory structures shall be subordinate to the main structure. 3. New accessory structures shall be constructed of materials similar in pattern, texture, and appearance to the main structure. 4. Pre-fabricated accessory structures such as tool and storage sheds may be appropriate if they are shielded from the right of way. Page 3 of 6 5. Storm shelters shall not be visible from the right of way, or shall be made to have a style that is compatible with the style of the main structure. 6. On properties with alleyway access, locate new garages along the alleyway when feasible. Evaluation: Approve. Proposed accessory structure will not be easily visible from public right-of-way, will be made out of wood, and will be subordinate to the main structure. Page 4 of 6 PICTURES 126 E 5th St. Proposed Shed Page 5 of 6 Site Plan of Proposed Shed Page 6 of 6 Page 1 of 5 Historic Preservation Commission Staff Report CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS 2407-02: 203 W 4th Street DATE July 25, 2024 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT Petitioner: City of Prattville, Parks & Recreation Department Property Owner: The City of Prattville Location: 203 W 4th Street Review Status and History Previous Approvals: N/A Historic Properties Inventory/Survey Details N/A Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition The following alterations have been requested by the applicant. 1. Replacement of letter board sign with digital sign 2. Installation of sign on the front façade of the Performing Arts Center Page 2 of 5 PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION: Reviewed by: Bria Hudson, Planner Site Visits Conducted: July 2024 Recommendation: Approve Evaluation: 1. Replacement of letter board sign with digital sign 2. Installation of sign on the front façade of Performing Arts Center SIGNAGE (pp59-60) Historic commercial buildings typically included multiple sign types for a single business including signs located above the storefront on the façade, projecting wall signs, and window signs. Multi-story structures also commonly had signs painted onto the exterior of the building towards the cap. Today, these are often “ghost” signs, which have gained historical significance as they have faded over time. New signs should not be painted directly onto the exterior of historic buildings, but ghost signs should be preserved and repaired if needed. Historic Commercial Buildings 1. Historic signs shall be retained and maintained. 2. Historic “ghost” signs on the exterior cladding of commercial structures shall be retained and maintained. Ghost signs can be repainted to their original appearance, though adding new painted signs onto the sides of unpainted historic structures shall be prohibited. 3. Construct new signs with materials that mirror the appearance of historic sign materials such as wood, copper, or bronze. Vinyl signs are prohibited. 4. New signs shall be installed in locations historically used for signs such as awnings, above storefronts in the façade, storefront windows, and projecting wall signs on the façade. New signs shall not damage or obscure any architectural features of the main structure. 5. Signs anchored onto the building shall make use of existing fixtures; when new fixtures need to be added, mount them into mortar and other parts of the exterior so the sign does not damage or destroy the exterior of the main structure. 6. New signs shall be proportioned appropriately to their storefront. 7. Where ample ambient lighting is present, external signage shall not introduce new lighting fixtures. Page 3 of 5 8. Signs with lighting shall be externally lit, concealed, and shielded to avoid “spilling” over to adjacent storefronts, lots, and into pedestrian pathways. 9. Neon signage can be used when it is compatible with the architectural style of the existing structure. For example, neon lighting was utilized on modern movement commercial structures from about 1920 to 1960. 10. Any lighting equipment such as breaker boxes, wires, and outlets shall be obscured from view or concealed. Non-Historic Commercial Buildings 1. For non-historic commercial buildings, the general guidelines established for historic commercial buildings above shall be followed by the applicant. 2. Signage on non-historic commercial buildings shall be compatible with historic commercial signage within the historic district. 3. For commercial buildings with non-historic siding, brackets and other sign fixtures can be installed directly onto the non-historic siding. 1. Replacement of letter board sign with digital sign Staff Evaluation: The applicant is requesting to replace the existing letter board sign along South Court Street. This sign is located on the side of the structure parking lot. The guidelines state that new signs shall be installed in locations historically used for signs such as freestanding signs. New signs shall not spill over to adjacent storefronts, lots, and into pedestrian pathways. Please note that the proposed sign will have a brick base. The dimensions of the proposed digital screen will be 8x4 and the base will be 7x2. The proposed sign will be 6 feet and 3 inches tall including the base and digital screen together. The proposed digital freestanding sign is in compliance with the signage requirements in the Zoning Ordinance. This is a non-contributing structure. 2. Installation of sign on the front façade Staff Evaluation: The applicant is requesting to install a sign on front face of the current structure at 203 W 4th Street which is used as the city’s Performing Arts Center and home of the Way off Broadway Theater. The guidelines state that new signs shall be installed in locations historically used for signs such as projecting wall signs on the façade. Please note that the proposed sign will be metal lettering attached to the brick wall along the theater front entrance. The proposed signed measurements will be 23.33+/- square feet. New signs shall not damage or obscure any architectural features of the main structure. This is a non-contributing structure. Current Board and front Façade: Page 4 of 5 Page 5 of 5 Page 1 of 1HPC_CoA_Application_202401.docx 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 _____ I have reviewed the current Historic District Design Guidelines and I understand that the HPC will use them when making their decision *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 No 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 pplicant. ______________________________ 203 West 4th Street Mynecia Steele 334-595-0850 203 West 4th Street mynecia.steele@prattvilleal.gov The City of Prattville - Parks & Rec 334-595-0801 101 West Main Street kellie.cook@prattvilleal.gov MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS July 25 2024 07 01 24 I propose the installation of a digital sign in place of our current letter board, to promote city events. Page 1 of 1HPC_CoA_Application_202401.docx 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 _____ I have reviewed the current Historic District Design Guidelines and I understand that the HPC will use them when making their decision *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 No 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 pplicant. _______________________________ 203 West 4th Street Mynecia Steele 334-595-0850 203 West 4th Street mynecia.steele@prattvilleal.gov City of Prattville - Parks & Rec 334-595-0801 101 West Main Street kellie.cook@prattvilleal.gov MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS MS 07 25 2024 07 01 24 I propose installing metal lettering to the brick wall along the theatre walkway to indicate its location. 20” 7” 4” 80.64” 84” 64 5/8” 40 3/4” 84”