MINUTES
TOWN OF NORMAL DOWNTOWN DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION
CONFERENCE ROOM C CITY HALL
100 E. PHOENIX AVE.
NORMAL, IL
REGULAR MEETING
July 11, 2005@ 4:00 p.m.
Members Present:
Rick Kentzler, Dennis French, Dirk DeWerff, Kathy Wilcox, Rebecca Landau
Members Absent:
Pam Locsin, Mark Comerford
Others Present:
Lauren Kerestes, Associate Planner; Wayne Aldrich, Downtown Re-Development Director; Debbi Feid, Office Associate; Roger Taylor; Harry & Barbie Fuller; Gene Irving.
Call to Order:
Ms. Landau called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. and noted that a quorum was present.
Minutes:
The commission approved the minutes of the regular meeting on June 13, 2005. The motion carried 5-0.
CC-05-06-14, 117-119 E. Beaufort
Ms. Kerestes explained that Mr. Taylor would like to replace the rear porch on his building at 117-119 E. Beaufort, but it would not be done until spring/ summer 2006. Ms. Kerestes said that the porch support posts would be treated timber and the rest of the porch and stair would be a poly fiber material. Ms. Kerestes showed a preliminary drawing of the porch and stair.
Mr. Kentzler liked the idea of Mr. Taylor using recycled materials for the deck. Ms. Kerestes said Mr. Taylor would likely apply for a grant for the project at a later date.
Mr. DeWerff moved to approve the replacement of porch and stair, removal of existing cinder block garage, and installation of new windows and door, same style. Mr. French seconded. Motion carried 5-0.
MFIG-05-06-02, Jimmy John’s- 207 W. North St.
Ms. Kerestes explained and distributed the two estimates that Mary Strack has received for windows, door, awnings and sign for Jimmy John’s at 207 W. North St. Ms. Kerestes discussed the two bids.
Mr. French moved to approve the JMC Bid of $9,807.10 Ms. Wilcox seconded. There was some confusion over what type of material the windows and door were to be. According to the approved Certificate of Compliance application, the front door was to be wood, as well as the transom window over the door. The rear façade entrance doors and replacement front windows were aluminum. The bids submitted listed the door and all the windows as aluminum. Mr. French withdrew his motion until there was clarification on the matter.
Mr. French made a motion to approved grant funds for 2 new awnings, 1 sign and the architectural fees up to $2,706.10. Mr. Kentlzer seconded. Motion carried 5-0. The Commission said they would again consider the request for grant funding for the front and rear doors and new windows once there was clarity on the materials.
CC-05-06-13E, 105-111 E. Beaufort, Shanigans and New Gallery building.
Mr. Fuller discussed his plans for the temporary deck to be build at 105-111 E. Beaufort. Mr. Fuller indicated that the reason he wanted to build a temporary deck was concern over how and where the proposed new sidewalks would meet the building/deck area. The deck will be 14 ½ feet wide and 42 feet long and would be surrounded by a privacy fence. Mr. Fuller said he also may be interested in installing an awning over the deck for all-weather outside dining. The deck material will be treated lumber. Mr. Fuller spoke saying the temporary deck could last from 2-4 years depending when the town would put new sidewalks in.
Mr. DeWerff moved to approve, Mr. French seconded. Motion carried 5-0.
Prelinimary Review of Marriott Hotel Plans
Mr. Aldrich spoke about the prelimary plans for the new Marriott Hotel plans that have been submitted. Mr. Aldrich explained that the hotel’s architects were interested in getting initial feedback from the commission prior to following through with a formal Certificate of Compliance. There is nothing to vote on at this time because this a preliminary drawing.
Ms. Kerestes read a list of waivers that the hotel architects are requesting. Mr. Kentzler had some concerns about the standing tower, elevations and standing seam metal roof.
The Commission also requested elevations of the south, east and west sides, a lighting plan, and signage plan to ensure that they are code compliant. There was some concern about how the hotel/conference center treated its storefront on the corner of North Street and Broadway, particularly near the Normal Theater. Mr. Kentzler thought that a restaurant/ commercial use would be most appropriate for this location. Mr. Aldrich indicated that it would be looked into, however, the new non-atrium style floor plan may hinder that opportunity for a pedestrian-friendly use.
Ms. Davison came in at 5:05 p.m.
Other Business:
- Approved (Expedited Review): CC-05-06-15E, 202 W. College, Ecology Action Center, Rebuild front brick stoop, repair stone cap on stoop, tuck-point foundation, and tuck-point around west window and install metal guard.
Adjournment:
There being for further business, Mr. French motioned to adjourn at 5:25 p.m. Mr. DeWerff seconded. Motion carried 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Debbi Feid Lauren Kerestes
Office Associate Associate Planner