HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_HARC_12.12.2024Minutes of the
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
City of Georgetown., Texas
Thursday, December 12, 2024
The Georgetown Historic and Architectural Review Commission met on Thursday, December 12, 2024
at 6:00 PM at Council and Court Building, 510 W 9th Street.
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The following Members were in attendance:
Present were: Lawrence Romero, Linda C Burns, Michael J Walton, Evan Hein, Phil Rotheram,
Jennifer Powell, Stuart Garner
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I Regular Session
1.A Meeting Minutes
Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes from the November 14,
2024, regular meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review Commission -- Erica
Metress, Planning Specialist
Please note that meeting minutes were corrected ahead of the HARC meeting to reflect a
change for item 1 B in which "Vice Chair Burns asked staff if it was typical to have
concrete porches in 1916," not the 1960s.
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minutes that was presented to the Commission during this meeting.
Moved by Lawrence Romero-, seconded by Linda C Burns to Approve of the minutes
from the November 14, 2024, regular meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission as presented.
Motion Approved: 6- 0
Voting For: Lawrence Romero, Linda C Burns, Michael J Walton, Evan Hein,
Jennifer Powell, Stuart Garner
Voting Against: None
Public Hearing and action on a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness (GOA) for new
infill mixed -use construction and a building height modification request for the property
located at 601 S. Austin Avenue, bearing the legal description of 0.33 acres out of Block
38, Lots 7-8, City of Georgetown (2024-60-COA) -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director
Brian Birdwell and Nash Horn, applicants, approached the podium to address the
commission and provided a presentation.
Commissioner Hein shared his appreciation for the effort the applicant has shown with his
presentation. Commissioner Hein acknowledged that the copula in the first option would
help balance the parking garage and explained that the design feature is in keeping with
the architecture of Georgetown's square. Commissioner Hein concluded with his support
with the first option.
Alternate Commissioner Rotheram shared his appreciation for the first option and asked
the opaque and size of the windows would be comparable to others in the square. Nels
explained that the size of the windows in the square vary and described the variety.
Nelson concluded that there was rhythm and balance to the windows presented for the
request. Horn ado ded that the windows on the top f the copula mimics that of the
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displayed with the request. Commissioner Burns expressed that the first option would be
the best option.
Chair Walton echoed his appreciation for the effort in the applicant's presentation and
explained that he would prefer the second or third option. Chair Walton shared that he
could envision a spire on the top of the building and explained that he was not concerned
about the height of the building.
Commissioner Powell acknowledged that the context provided was exceptional and asked
if there was a plan for the summer heat with regard to the open rooftop. Birdwell explained
that there would be a possibility to include temporary cover or a misting system for the
rooftop. Birdwell noted that the decision is dependent on the operator of the particular
restaurant or bar.
Commissioner Garner believed that the building is big and tall and would dominate the
square. Garner acknowledged that the square cannot remain in the 1930s state and
shared his support for this request.
Commissioner Romero shared that the second or third option would be preferred and
requested that an ornamental piece replace the glass windows. Commissioner Romero
asked what type of material would be place on the roof of the copula. Birdwell explained
that metal would match the canopies. Commissioner Romero concluded with his concern
for the color of temporary table umbrellas for the third floor.
Chair Walton opened the public hearing.
Larry Olson, 9th Street, approached the podium to address the commission and
expressed thanks to Brian Birdwell's communication regarding the project. Olson
explained that a copula structure would be important and would fit the building nicely.
Olson shared that the second or third option without a spire would be a cleaner look from
different angles. Olson concluded with a comment that the brick appears to be light in
nature and did not provide as much contrast on the structure.
Liz Weaver, 1221 South Main Street, approached the podium to address the commission
and explained that the elevation of the building with regard to the surrounding block
would provide the area with character. Weaver preferred the first option because it made
a more interesting skyline for Georgetown and would not take away from the courthouse.
Chair Walton closed the public hearing and asked for a motion from the dais.
Moved by Evan Hein; seconded by Lawrence Romero to Approve option 1 as presented
with a height modification to allow a 71-foot height.
Motion Approved: 7- 0
Voting For: Lawrence Romero, Linda C Burns, Michael J Walton, Evan Hein, Phil
Rotheram, Jennifer Powell, Stuart Garner
Voting Against: None
LC 1218 S. Myrtle Street (2024-56-COA)
Conceptual Review on a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for an
addition that creates a new, or adds to an existing street facing fagade, and a 1 V-13"
building height modification from the allowed 15-0" building height at the prescribed
setback line for the property located at 1218 S Myrtle Street, bearing the legal
description of East Part of Lot 11, Block I of the Cody Addition (2024-56-COA) -- Olivia
Beams, • and Downtown Planner
Tim Faulkner, owner, approached the podium to address the commission and explain
that his family needs additional space for their growing family. Faulkner shared that hi
family likes living in Georgetown and preferred to stay in their current home. Faulkner
explained that due to a large pecan tree in the back of the home, they decided build o
top of the garage. Faulkner noted that there are multiple two-story homes in his
neighborhood. I
Commissioner Hein referred to the following previous single -story structures With x•#
space on the second floor and encouraged the applicant to review them: 1611 South
Austin Avenue and 1411 South College Street. Commissioner Hein provided an option of
moving the garage forward which would balance the second floor over the garage and
addition. Commissioner Hein shared that if there were no issues in building over the
Alternate Commissioner Rotheram commented that he did not view the addition as
different from the original structure and shared that differentiation may be more
appropriate. Alternate Commissioner shared concern with the height of the addition and
commented that expanding over the sides may be helpful. Alternate Commissioner
Rotheram concluded that he did not think a two story as inappropriate.
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Chair Walton explained that the proposed design is large and that there are other
designs that would make the proposition meet with more design guidelines or UDC.
Commissioner Powell suggested that the applicant visit 309 East I I th street which
included an added garage addition. Commissioner Powell explained that the applicant
should consider options of what could •- built if the pecan tree could be replaced.
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above the dining space with the garage on the left side of the home.
With no further comments from the dais, Chair Walton proceeded to item 1.1).
LD discussion Items
General updates, and Commissioner questions and comments _- Kimberly Spencer,
Assistant Planning Director
There were no discussion items:
Adjournment
These i utes were approved t the meeting of
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