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Charles Huff stated that the Harveys’ home looks great and applauded the architect’s concern for the environment. With respect to historic preservation, he noted that the Firehouse Arts Theater has standing seam metal roofs and believes that there are many opportunities where high quality projects can be built. He noted that aesthetics are in the eye of the beholder and that he supported the project. Dave Cunningham stated that he lives to the west of the Harveys’ home and supported the proposed modification. He noted that the Harveys came to him to discuss the initial plans and addressed concerns regarding window placement. He indicated that he believes that the project brings vitality to the City and commented that the Firehouse Theater has the exact same roof. Referring to the concerns expressed about setting a precedent, Mr. Harvey stated that any person could have installed a standing seam metal roof at any time. He added that many people who can see the Second Street roof from their homes. With respect to the concerns regarding glare and fading, he indicated that the roof is of very high quality and is identical to the material for the metal shingles which may similarly fade. He added that his house will not be seen at all from Neal Street. Commissioner Narum noted that no panels are being proposed for panel C and asked Mr. Harvey if he was willing to utilize underlying treatment and install metal shingles. Mr. Harvey replied that he could do this, but it would cost a lot more money. He noted that this panel is virtually flat and is the least visible roof plane on the entire house at 20 feet up. He added that his lot is also the highest on the street other than that of the Krichbaums, who will only be able to see the edge of the roof, which would look the same whether they are of shingle or standard seam metal. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Commissioner Blank asked staff if they had an estimate of what the bituthene coating would cost. Mr. Corbett replied that he did not know. Commissioner O’Connor stated that ten years ago, it cost approximately $800 for about 3,000 square feet, but he was not sure of the cost today. Commissioner Blank stated that the situation was difficult. He added that he does not understand the reluctance to put the new materials on areas that cannot be seen; however, the Minutes of the numerous Zoning Administrator hearings indicate that a good faith agreement was made with those people who wanted no metal roofs, and he believes that it is incumbent on Mr. Harvey to meet this agreement. Chair Olson referred to Mr. Cunningham’s use of the word “vitality” and thinks it is applicable here. He stated that it is fortunate to have someone who wants to build a PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, December 8, 2010 Page 15 of 23