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Historic Preservation Committee
Regular Meeting
3:00 PM, May 4, 2021
3rd Floor Conference Room, 250 Madison Street
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Health Order by Jefferson County Health Officer Thomas Locke prohibits in-person contacts
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1. Roll Call: Richard Berg, (Chair), Craig Britton (Vice Chair), Kathleen Croston, George
Randels, Kathleen Knoblock, Walter Galitzki and Michael D’Alessandro; Monica
MickHager (Council Liaison)
2. Approval of Minutes: Draft minutes of April 6, 2021 (to be sent electronically)
3. Approval of Agenda:
4. Correspondence/Attachments: None
5. Appearance of Fairness:
6. Public Comment (for items not on the Agenda there is 3-minute limit per person)
7. Old Business: None
8. New Business:
A. HPC21-010, Salty Girls signage
Tracie Millet & Lavon Gomes, owners
Staff & Applicant Presentation
Applicable Guidelines:
• Locally adopted Signage Guidelines (including fonts)
• Locally adopted Paint Palette
Public Comment (3-minute limit per person
HPC Questions, Deliberation and Recommendation
9. Other Business:
A. Continued Review of Draft PT Historic District Lighting
Guidelines
Andy Gerde, Lighting consultant invited to participate
B. Continued Review of Draft PT Historic District Lighting
Guidelines
10. Announcements:
11. Adjournment: Next Regular scheduled meeting is June 4, 2021.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Date: April 6, 2021 Time: 3:00 pm Location: City Hall Conference Rm. #3 (for staff) and virtually via GoToMeeting webinar (for all others)
Members Present: Richard Berg (Chair), Craig Britton (Vice-chair), Kathleen Knoblock, Walter Galitzki, George Randels, Kathleen Croston, Michael
D’Alessandro (arrived 3:30), City Council member/HPC liaison Monica MickHager
Members Absent (excused): None Staff Present: John McDonagh, Senior Planner
Topic Motions/Recommendation/Action
Approval of Minutes Minutes of the March 2, 2021 Regular meeting were unanimously approved (7-0).
Approval of the Agenda The March 2, 2021 meeting Agenda was amended to allow Council member MickHager
to update HPC on the Main Street art marker project under Announcements. As
amended, the Agenda was unanimously approved (7-0).
Correspondence/Attachments: None.
Appearance of Fairness: None
Public Comment (for any non-Agenda items) None
Old Business
A. A. HPC20-027, Admiralty Apartments repair
and rehabilitation
Sean Hill, Broderick Architects
Kevin Broderick, Sean Hill and others with Broderick Architects presented a revised
Scope of Work (SOW) for ground level fenestration along Taylor St. at the Admiralty
Apartments building. In addition, the revised SOW includes installation of solar panels
on the roof which would be fully screened from street level views due to the building
parapet.
Aside from the Broderick, staff and the HPC, no written or verbal public comment was
submitted by the public. An invited representative, Kim Gant with the State Dept. of
Archeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) was in attendance to explain and
comment on the National Park Service (NPS) tax credit application and how the
Secretary’s Standards apply to it.
Staff advised HPC that to qualify as a successful tax credit project, use of the
Secretary’s Standards by DAHP and NPS were likely to result in the Taylor St. ground
Topic Motions/Recommendation/Action
floor design as shown. Staff also advised other, more minor, revisions were likely
needed to secure tax credit approval (e.g. transom window rehabilitation, simplifying
kickplates, etc.). Based on the project’s reliance on tax credit financing, staff
recommendation was to simply condition the project on demonstrating compliance
with any changes specified by DAHP/NPS through their review.
After staff and the Applicant’s presentation, HPC recommended the project be
approved as presented (5 1-1 in favor) with a preference to restore, rather than
replace, the transom windows. In a separate motion, HPC recommended the rooftop
solar panel installations be approved as presented (7-0 in favor).
New Business None
Other Business None
Announcements Council member MickHager updated HPC on Council’s decision concerning the Creative District
art marker installations. Council’s decision accepted all 4 of HPC’s preferred locations.
Next Scheduled Meeting: May 4, 2021.
E Adjourn: The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
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Design Guidelines for 1 Non-Residential Exterior Lighting
City of Port Townsend
Design Guidelines for
Exterior Lighting of Non-Residential Properties
Subject to Historic Design Review.
Purpose
These Design Guidelines are established for the following purposes:
1. To supplement land use regulations which encourage and promote public health, safety and
welfare of the citizens of Port Townsend.
2. To provide guidance to urban design decisions that will promote development of high
environmental and visual quality throughout the City.
3. To assist applicants in the preparation of development applications as part of the City's
Historic Design Review process.
4. To provide for administrative review by the Development Services Department (DSD) of
exterior lighting proposals that are subject to Historic Design Review and which comply with
guidelines adopted by the Historic Preservation Committee (HPC) and the City Council.
Introduction
Within Port Townsend's National Landmark Historic District (NHLD), the appropriate use of
external lighting for non-residential buildings and private open areas (such as parking lots) is
important to maintaining overall character.
Historically, lighting was only provided at a building's main entry using lamp oil or kerosene.
Today, the uses put to buildings often require more than one entrance (or exit) be lit using
electricity. The use of subdued lighting in street level storefronts is preferable to having them
dark during evening hours, especially during months where darkness arrives earlier. With
modern lighting technology constantly evolving, the range of fixture types, color spectrum, and
bulb intensity only continues to broaden.
Good exterior lighting is good for business; however, excessive lighting can easily degrade
pedestrian experience. Safely, well-lit buildings can benefit and enhance architecture; yet,
nighttime views of the sky and stars are valued by residents and visitors as well. The goals of
these guidelines are to describe exterior lighting use that is both appropriate and fosters an
inviting, nighttime atmosphere without creating unnecessary glare and light pollution.
Review Process
1. Consistent with PTMC 17.30.050, Historic Design Review requests for all non-residential
exterior lighting that are consistent with these guidelines may be reviewed administratively
by DSD staff as a Type I-A permit application, with a decision made by the DSD Director
via a Certificate of Review.
Commented [JM1]: Staff would suggest amended language which allows for issuance of a Waiver from Design
Review if new lighting is consistent with these guidelines.
Design Guidelines for 2 Non-Residential Exterior Lighting
Guidelines
A. Objective. All exterior commercial lighting, including that used to illuminate signs and
parking areas, shall be designed to reduce glare impacts to adjacent properties and public rights-
of-way, to use energy efficiently, and to reduce nighttime “light pollution.”
1. An exterior lighting plan, that includes specification sheets for each type of fixture
proposed, shall be included with all Historic Design Review applications where new or
revised lighting would be installed.
2. a. All exterior lighting, including that to illuminate signs, shall be pointed downward
and shielded from direct observation from the air, adjacent properties, and public
rights-of-way. Lighting “spillover” to adjacent properties shall be minimized. Lamps
shall use recessed or flat lenses. Light fixtures, shall be “full cutoff” fixtures as defined
by the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America.
b. Alternative. If use of fixtures which do not meet the “full cutoff” definition are
proposed, other fixtures may be used if it is determined by the DSD director that no
significant light pollution or trespass will result and if the maximum initial lumens
generated by each fixture does not exceed 1,500 lumens in total (approximately
equivalent to an 18-watt compact fluorescent or 100-watt incandescent bulb).
3. Lighting in exterior canopies shall be recessed so that the lens does not drop below the
level of the canopy.
4. Except at Memorial Field, exterior light poles shall not exceed a height of 17 feet above
grade, including the base.
5. When lighting is used for security, the use of motion sensors and/or timers is required.
6. Exterior lighting shall be limited to nighttime business hours only. Lighting shall be
located near the activity needing illumination. Walkways, entrances, and parking areas may
be lit during nighttime business hours, but such lighting shall be the minimum necessary
for safety. Lighting in parking lots should be of uniform intensity, since the eye cannot
easily adapt to areas of darkness and brightness in proximity to one another.
7. Buildings shall not be outlined with neon or other lighting, except seasonal lighting. The
use of storefront window lighting that conforms with these guideline (directed downward,
does not spill outward, etc.) is encouraged.
8. If, once installed, lighting is found to be performing in violation of these standards, the
City may require the business owner to take corrective action to bring the lighting into
compliance.
Design Guidelines for 3 Non-Residential Exterior Lighting
9. Lighting shall be maintained to meet these standards at all times.
10. Nighttime lighting of the American flag is exempt from the provisions of this chapter,
except that such lighting shall not provide direct glare to neighboring properties or traffic.
Examples
Design Guidelines for 4 Non-Residential Exterior Lighting
1 Design Guidelines for Windows.8.27.20
City of Port Townsend
Design Guidelines for Windows
In Historic Structures
Purpose
These Design Guidelines are established for the following purposes:
1. To supplement land use regulations which encourage and promote public health, safety
and welfare of the citizens of Port Townsend.
2. To provide guidance to urban design decisions that will promote development of high
environmental and visual quality throughout the City.
3. To assist applicants in the preparation of development applications.
4. To provide for administrative review by the Development Services Department (DSD) of
routine window permit applications that satisfy guidelines adopted by the Historic
Preservation Committee (HPC) and the City Council.
Introduction
Windows have four basic functions: (1) admitting light to the interior spaces; (2) providing fresh
air, ventilation and potential emergency egress to the interior; (3) providing a visual link to the
outside world; and, (4) enhancing the appearance of the building. Windows are one of the most
a character defining features of a building. Their pattern, arrangement, materials, size and shape
all contribute to the historic significance of the structure they serve.
In Port Townsend, most original historic residential windows are rectangular wooden, double-
hung sash, as are those on the upper floors of commercial buildings. Sashes are frequently
further divided into individual panes, or “lights.” Commercial buildings frequently have large
fixed “picture” windows on the ground floor raised above the sidewalk via a “kickplate.” These
windows are often accented by separate fixed transom windows located immediately above.
Fixed “fan” windows in arched openings also are found above the upper floor double-hung
windows in several buildings in the commercial downtown. Less frequent, but still employed,
are bay windows on the upper floors.
Windows are a frequently target blamed for energy loss. Historic building owners commonly
seek to replace their original wood windows on with the expectation that replacement ones is are
an environmentally correct improvement and that it will save them time and money. However,
experts indicate that only between 10-25% of energy loss actually comes from windows. In
reality, most heat loss comes from a poorly insulated attic or an inefficient fireplace damper.
Replacement windows frequently have a limited lifespan of 20 years, while a properly
maintained historic wood window can last up to 200 years. In many cases, in the time span of
time it takes to “save” enough money due to energy savings, it is likely that “new” windows will
have to be replaced again. Over the long term, greater savings can be achieved through proper
Commented [JM1]: 6-6-17 HPC meeting edit
Commented [JM2]: c. britton 9/16/20
Commented [JM3]: c britton 9/16/20
Commented [JM4]: 6-6-17 HPC meeting edit
Commented [JM5]: C britton 9/16/20m
Commented [JM6]: 6-6-17 HPC suggested deletion
Commented [JM7]: 6-6-17 HPC suggested deletion
Commented [JM8]: 8-26-20 staff edit
Commented [JM9]: 6-6-17 HPC suggested deletion. Staff suggests replacing with “recoup the investment in”
Commented [JM10]: 6-6-17 HPC suggested deletion.
2 Design Guidelines for Windows.8.27.20
maintenance and weather stripping of historic windows, combined with a well fitting storm
window.
Review Process
1. All building permit applications for window replacement on historic residences
designated as Secondary contributing structures shall be reviewed administratively by
DSD staff with a decision made by the DSD Director. Said review shall not require a
separate design review application but findings regarding appropriateness of the proposed
window replacement shall be made as part of the building permit application itself.
2. Building permit applications for window replacement on all other structures subject to
PTMC 17.30 (i.e. Pivotal and Primary residences, all other commercial, public, religious
and maritime trade buildings within the historic overlay district, other historic structures
lying outside the historic overlay district) shall be subject to Type I-A review and
recommendation by the Historic Preservation Committee (HPC) with a final decision
made by the DSD Director in a formal Certificate of Approval.
Guidelines
1. Original wood windows shall be maintained and repaired when possible rather than
replaced. DSD staff shall inspect existing windows sought for replacement to determine
if they are original and to what degree deterioration would make their repair prohibitive.
Where original wood windows are allowed to be replaced, the replacement windows shall
match the historic window style closely (as described above in the Introduction).
2. If non-original windows are sought to be replaced, the replacement windows shall match
the historic window style closely (as described above in the Introduction).
3. Original window opening sizes shall be maintained. The closing down of an original
opening to accommodate a smaller window is inappropriate.
4. Vinyl windows are strongly discouraged on all historic structures except in limited
situations such as, but not limited to, wet locations (i.e. bathrooms). Their use on Pivotal
or Primary residences is prohibited.
5. Wood windows are the preferred material in all historic structures. Wood windows given
proper treatment with a penetrating epoxy and a quality primer (if painting is desired)
will provide years of use. Replacement windows often have a reflective finish quality
that is inappropriate with historic structures.
6. Windows should not have shutters unless there is physical or pictorial evidence they
originally existed on the building.
7. Replacement windows which have flush or snap-in muntins are prohibited. True divided
lite or simulated divided lite (SDL) windows are encouraged. SDL windows have
permanent exterior and interior muntins and an integral spacer bar.
Commented [JM11]: 9-5-14 staff notes: Should this review process always be the case – HPC recommendation
B4 DSD decision? What about replacement/resizing when
the circumstances involve non-historic windows?
Commented [JM12]: 6-6-17 HPC discussion. Consider language that provides for a departure process for relief?
Make allowance for when window is not visible from a
public ROW?
Commented [JM13]: 9-5-14 staff note: What about re-sizing of previously altered openings or the addition of new
window openings? In either case, when done to make the
building more conforming, this should be OK but under what
review process? Staff/Admin or HPC review/recommendation?
Commented [JM14]: 6-6-17 HPC suggested language
Commented [JM15]: 6-6-17 HPC suggested addition
(with staff alteration).
Commented [JM16]: c. briiton suggest move to 3rd para
on prvs pg.
3 Design Guidelines for Windows.8.27.20
8. The addition of new window openings on principal facades of historic residences is
prohibited. The addition of new window openings on principal facades of non-residential
historic structures may be permitted as part of an approved rehabilitation project so long
as the new openings do not penetrate a historic mural.
9. The use of weather stripping and proper fitting storm windows is strongly encouraged.
Sources: provide a list of window repair sources; window economics, try to include a sketch of
the “anatomy” of a wood double hung. window, etc.