Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutBHC 06 21 22 DRAFT MINUTES Draft Minutes DRAFT MINUTES Barnstable Historical Commission This meeting was held by remote participation via Zoom Meetings June 21, 2022 at 3:00 PM Nancy Clark, Chair Present Nancy Shoemaker, Vice Chair Present Marilyn Fifield, Clerk Present George Jessop Absent Cheryl Powell Present Frances Parks Present Jack Kay Present Jessica Rapp Grassetti, Town Council Liaison Absent Kate Maldonado, Sr Planner Present Grayce Rogers, Administrative Assistant Present Chair Nancy Clark called the meeting to order at 3:00 pm Acting under the provisions of the Code of the Town of Barnstable, ss 112-1 through 112-7, the Historical Commission held a Public Hearing on the following applications previously determined significant and referred to Public Hearing: APPLICATIONS Travis, Nigel and Joanna, 283 Long Beach Road, Centerville, Map 185 Parcel 033/000, Built c .1930. Partial Demolition to remove the existing porch and patio and to replace with a new covered porch and patio. Builder Anthony DeBenedictis as well as homeowners Nigel & Joanna Travis were present. Public Comment: There was no public comment. Discussion: The current porch was described as in disrepair with rotten columns that need replacement, and the homeowners would like to extend the porch out to have shade as well as moderate rain protection. They said the proposed architecture was designed to match the style of the neighborhood, with the proposed porch similar to the other porches in the neighborhood, with the windows, including the Palladian window, remaining the same, and the only alterations to be the columns, stone patio, and the upper deck. There was discussion about the submitted renderings and ensuring that the windows reflect the existing on the dwelling. Motion I Commissioner Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 283 Long Beach Road, Centerville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. Draft Minutes The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. Vote: Aye: 0 Nay: Shoemaker, Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Clark. Debiase Abstain: 0 Motion II Commissioner Parks moved that, in accordance with Section 112, the Barnstable Historical Commission determines that the partial demolition of the building located at, 283 Long Beach Road, Centerville, is not detrimental to the heritage, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town, with this approval dependent upon on the Commission Chairman’s seeing drawings that show the accurate view of the windows. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. Vote: Aye: Shoemaker, Fifield, Powell, Parks, Clark, Debiase Nay: Kay Abstain: 0 William D., and Sherry A., Lawson, 133 Gosnold Street, Hyannis, Map 324 Parcel 007/000, Built c.1920. Full Demolition of the existing structure at the property. Attorney Albert Schulz and homeowners William & Sherry Lawson were present. Public Comment: Peter Cross favored allowing the house to be razed and new construction to follow. Emily Mezzetti said that there is nothing architecturally significant about the structure, and she fully supports the plan, as the new construction will enhance the neighborhood. There was a motion made by Chair Clark to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kay. So voted: Aye: Kay, Fifield, Powell, Parks, Shoemaker, Debiase, Clark Nay: Abstain: Discussion: Attorney Schulz said the homeowners were seeking to reverse the demolition delay for 133 Gosnold Street, Hyannis. He said he has reviewed the meeting video and surveyed the property and the surrounding neighborhood, concluding that the property is not historically or architecturally significant. He reminded that the neighbors have spoken in favor of this project. Draft Minutes Shoemaker said that she has also studied the structure and the surrounding neighborhood, and she commended the homeowners’ advertising of the property’s availability for salvage. Still, she said she felt that this property is historically significant and very important to Hyannis, and she found it sad to think it would be demolished. She asked to take pictures of the structure if demolition is approved, in order to add to the Town’s historical records. Parks concurred with Shoemaker’s comments and agreed that the homeowners have done their due diligence to advertise the property. She also noted that there are two houses in this architectural style located in Cotuit. Powell agreed with the previous comments, adding that the property is historically significant as it would not be before the Commission if it were not. Fifield wondered if advertising in the summer might attract more interest, as could posting a sign on the property, something that the Commission could require per Section 112 of the Town Code. Kay found it interesting that so many neighbors have spoken about the property. Chair Clark felt that the Commission could either continue the Demolition Delay to allow more time to advertise the property for salvage or make a decision to suspend advertising and demolition delay at this meeting. There was a motion made by Chair Clark to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Parks. So voted: Aye: Shoemaker, Kay, Fifield, Powell, Parks, Debiase, Clark Nay: Abstain: Motion I Commissioner Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 133 Gosnold Street, Hyannis, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. Vote: Aye: Fifield Nay: Kay, Parks, Powell, Shoemaker, Clark Abstain: Debiase Motion II Commissioner Parks moved that, in accordance with Section 112-3F, the Barnstable Historical Commission determines that the full demolition of the building located at, 133 Gosnold Street, Hyannis, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. Draft Minutes The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. Vote: Aye: Kay, Parks, Powell, Shoemaker, Nay: Fifield, Clark Abstain: 0 OTHER Park City Wind Presentation about Nantucket Sound Wind Farm Installation Pat Johnson, Hans van Lingen, Elizabeth Johnson, Erin Harizi, and Even Ridley of Park City Wind as well as Holly Carlson Johnson of Epsilon Associates were present to provide the presentation. . Presentation: The wind turbines will be south of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard and not be located in Nantucket Sound. The propposal is currently in the permitting process, and the cables will land at Covell’s Beach. Avangrid Renewable is a joint venture with Vineyard Wind, but this presentation is for the Park City Wind project. The Town Council has embraced this opportunity to raise revenue to fund the wastewater management project, and this construction is scheduled to coordinate with sewer installation. This construction will save the Town considerable money and represents a great opportunity to improve the environment. The majority of the construction will be in the off-season colder months. This project will bring needed direct power and stabilize the electric grid in southeastern Massachusetts, after the retirement of so many power plants, and it will be significant for job creation. In terms of State permitting, they are complete through MEPA, with Federal permitting ongoing. The Notice of Intent application has been submitted to both Nantucket and Edgartown, as well. The Notice of Intent submitted to the Barnstable Conservation Commission has been referred to the Cape Cod Commission as a mandatory referral for a Development of Regional Impact. Onshore construction is projected for 2023. July Elections – Nancy Clark announced that she would be stepping down as Chair, and she accepted the following nominations for officers: Frances Parks as Chair Nancy Shoemaker as Vice Chair Marilyn Fifield as Clerk A motion to elect Fran Parks as Chair was made by Chair Clark. All voted Aye in favor. A motion to elect Nancy Shoemaker as Vice Chair was made by Chair Clark. All voted Aye in favor. A motion to elect Marilyn Fifield as Clerk was made by Chair Clark. All voted Aye in favor. Update: Trayser Artifacts Barnstable Planning and Development staff has been contacting preservation specialists to select the best professional to inventory the artifacts. Draft Minutes Update: Community Preservation Committee Marilyn Fifield reported that the latest meeting was canceled. Historic Events Open to the Public Nancy Shoemaker reported two events scheduled in July: on July 11th, she will be presenting Women of Barnstable at Tales of Cape Cod, and on July 30th, the Hyannis Historical & Barnstable Historical Societies will be offering a tour of the Oak Grove Cemetery in Hyannis. Barbara Debiase offered to assist with public events. Preservation Awards Fran Parks said that she needs to schedule a meeting with the subcommittee to review and make recommendations for the next meeting, with one application for building restoration and two applications for historians received. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There were no Minutes available for review. Next meetings: July 19, 2022 will be in person at Town Hall. With no further business before this Commission, a motion was duly made by Commissioner Clark and seconded by Commissioner Parks to adjourn the meeting. All voted Aye in favor. Respectfully Submitted, Grayce Rogers, Administrative Assistant and edited by Commission Clerk Marilyn Fifield