HomeMy WebLinkAboutSTAFF REPORT Tiny Town Historic Sign 2019-11-12
To:Honorable Mayor Jirsa
Board of Trustees
Through:Town Administrator Machalek
From:Linda Hardin, Planner I
Date:November 12, 2019
RE:Historical Sign Approval – Applicant / Trout Haven Golf Course;840 Moraine Ave.; Little Current Consulting LLC, owner(Mark all that apply)PUBLIC HEARINGORDINANCELAND USECONTRACT/AGREEMENTRESOLUTIONOTHER______________QUASI-JUDICIAL
YES NO
Objective:
Approve or deny the restoration of the sign at 840 Moraine Avenue to its original working order, in accordance with the Estes Park Municipal Code, §17.66.071 Historical or Culturally
Significant Signs.
Present Situation:
The freestanding sign in front of the mini-golf course at 840 Moraine Ave. has been in place for over 50 years. It was originally installed by Bob Mitchell, and the golf course was
operated by Bob until his passing a few years ago.The family of Mr. Mitchell sold the golf course to Trout Haven Resorts, and they are committed to restoring and maintaining the mini-golf
course as the family attraction it has been for many years.
The sign is in disrepair and not in working order. It was hit by a truck and badly damaged. Trout Haven would like to have the sign restored to what it was originally, with neon lettering
and a border of marquee style incandescent bulbs.
The sign will meet the current sign code with respect to size, neon and structure. The size and height of the sign are within allowable limits. The structure will meet all applicable
building codes for wind and snow loads. The approval will allow the use of the bulbs surrounding the sign. The sign code does not allow for exposed bulbs. The exposed marquee style
bulbs will be energy efficient LED bulbs (instead of incandescent bulbs), and will remain static, not rotating as they did originally.
Proposal:
To allow the sign to be restored and operated as it was originally constructed and in accordance with EPMC Title 17.66.071 which allows the Town Board of Trustees to approve signs that
can demonstrate the historical significance.
Advantages:
This sign is considered iconic to the community and visitors.
The sign poses no threat to the health and wellbeing to the public.
This sign represents the intent of the adopted sign code with respect to historical signs.
Disadvantages:
None.
Action Recommended:
Staff: Approve the application of this historical sign.
Finance/Resource Impact:
There are no budget implications with a decision to approve or deny.
Level of Public Interest
Low: The Town has not received any comments in regard to this application.
Sample Motion:
APPROVAL
I move that the Town Board of Trustees approve the application of Trout Haven Golf Course to restore the freestanding sign, finding that it meets the requirements of the Estes Park Municipal
Code, Title 17.66.071 Historical or Culturally Significant Signs.
Attachments:
Application
Statement of Intent
Site Plan
Proposed Sign Design
Resolution