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08-23-22 Architectural Review Committee MinutesMINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE DATE: Tuesday, August 23, 2022 @ 7:30 AM Kalispell City Hall, 201 1st Ave E MEMBERS PRESENT: Cara Lemire (Chair); Robin Spear; Mark Pirrie; Sarah Turner OTHERS PRESENT: City Staff – Jarod Nygren, PJ Sorensen, Kari Barnhart # Of Guests: 4, 4 via Zoom Hear the Public: None Approval of Minutes: Mark moved to approve the August 8, 2022 minutes; Robin 2nd; approved (4-0) New Business: Signs: Berkshire Hathaway – 123 S Main St – wall sign – Kari presented their plans which do not meet the Downtown Standards that were provided to them. Cara and Sarah stated that there needs to be more sign information including paint color specification. Mark moved to table, Sarah 2nd, tabled (4-0). Whitefish Credit Union – 234 E Montana St – three freestanding signs – James Hoffman (Signs Now) presented plans. Mark moved to approve, Robin 2nd, approved (4-0). Bias Brewing – 412 S Main St – move existing wall sign – Kari presented temporary sign and stated that the permanent sign package is being worked on. Robin moved to approve, Mark 2nd, approved (4-0). Buildings: None Old Business: Former Fairbridge Inn – 1701 US Hwy 93 S; renovation from hotel to apartments – Patrick Beaton (Jackola) presented new material samples and revised plans with phases: Phase 1a – Master Planning Phase 1b – North Building Exterior Only (they would like to start with this phase since it requires the least amount of repair and can provide housing sooner than the other phases) Phase 2 – North Building Interior Only Phase 3 – South Building and North Building Site (this design will carry through the entire project) Phase 4 – Amenity / Log Building Patrick presented a rendering that better reflects material and color choices. They would like to use old rolled steel screens to cover the PTAC units, navy blue counterfort walls, black window systems, with the primary color being a cooler blue grey (Northstar). Shingles will be a darker black and the lower roofs will be rusty metal roofing. Amenities will include a dog park and a either a tennis or pickleball court. The pool house building use is yet to be determined. More trees will be added throughout the property. Cara suggested putting in a playground or park area instead of the tennis court since there will likely be families there and there aren’t many parks on the south side of town. Patrick had concerns about liabilities with children’s playgrounds. Robin stated there are many safe options. She also felt like the South Building amenities are for a very specific age group and is missing the children’s group. Dumpsters will be covered by split concrete blocks on the east side. Robin would like to see some existing pavement converted to lawn throughout the site. The old building in the back will likely be torn down and the space could be used for parking and amenities. Mark asked if there would be a restaurant in the old convention area. Patrick stated that the intention is to bring in business to support the tenants and surrounding neighborhood such as a gym or workout area. The space is still undetermined, but the intent is to put in a commercial amenity. Cara asked for clarification on the proposed colors. Mark had questions regarding the grout color; per Patrick it will be painted. Robin moved to approve the building colors and materials for Phase 1B only, Mark 2nd, approved (4-0). Other Discussion: Glacier Bank - PRELIMINARY COMMENTS – Ned Holling (Jackola) presented updated plans with more brick, storefront doors, alcove lighting and possibly an historical plaque. Statues and placement were discussed. Mike Smith (Glacier Bank) stated that a Main St. entrance would require a lobby remodel that they are not able to do at this time. Cara gave feedback on the new plans and liked the walkability. She suggested a mirrored window panel on either side of the Main St. door with signage to give a better storefront appearance. Robin suggested mirroring the windows on the other side to remove confusion and likes artwork on the pedestrian level. The committee discussed artwork on the bridge and a possible mural piece. Cara suggested a decorative metal screen for the Main street doors but Ned stated that the they would swing into the right of way which is not allowed by MDT. They will be back with revised plans and new plans for the Parkline branch in the future. 2022 ARC Awards – The committee agreed to move this to the September 13, 2022 meeting. Meeting Adjourned @ 8:37 AM