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Level 1: Minor alteration of an existing building/structure

8-C-13-DT

Renovate the former rail freight depot (circa 1890), replace the deteriorated loading dock, add accessibility ramp and create a courtyard to the west of the building. No changes to the building envelope are contemplated and no work is proposed for 203 W Jackson Avenue, the newer building adjoined to the rear of this building.

All elevations: Clean and paint the exterior brick.

South Elevation (Loading Dock/Boardwalk): Remove the deteriorated wood loading dock and replace with a similar heavy timber wood boardwalk. The small block structure will be removed and not reinstalled. Install ADA access ramp to the western edge of the boardwalk and new stairs periodically along the length of the boardwalk, as shown in the attached plans. The ADA ramp will be made of concrete. Install metal railing system with horizontal balusters and wood top to the ramp, stairs and dock. Install new anodized aluminum storefronts in the openings where the existing large wooden doors (12 in total). The existing wood doors are hung on track and they will remain fixed in the open position on the interior of the building. The new aluminum storefront can be painted but it is not anticipated to be painted at this time. Install new surface mounted sconces approximately 14 feet above the boardwalk and under the roof overhang (24 in total). The lights will shine up and down and are centered between each set of engaged columns. New rain gutters will be installed and the downspouts will match those originally on the building. The benches and planters shown on the boardwalk will be made from the reclaimed wood of the existing loading dock. The existing parking spaces in front of the loading dock will be reinstalled in the going from approximately 42 spaces to 36.

West elevation (Courtyard): Remove the brick veneer to expose the original arched openings and add a brick veneer that matches the rest of the building. The arched openings will have the same metal storefront as along the boardwalk. Install sconces above the three arched storefronts, similar to those along the boardwalk. Create a small courtyard with concrete steps, planters and cobblestone surface.

Location
205 W Jackson Ave
Applicant Request
Renovate the former rail freight depot (circa 1890), replace the deteriorated loading dock, add accessibility ramp and create a courtyard to the west of the building. No changes to the building envelope are contemplated and no work is proposed for 203 W Jackson Avenue, the newer building adjoined to the rear of this building.

All elevations: Clean and paint the exterior brick.

South Elevation (Loading Dock/Boardwalk): Remove the deteriorated wood loading dock and replace with a similar heavy timber wood boardwalk. The small block structure will be removed and not reinstalled. Install ADA access ramp to the western edge of the boardwalk and new stairs periodically along the length of the boardwalk, as shown in the attached plans. The ADA ramp will be made of concrete. Install metal railing system with horizontal balusters and wood top to the ramp, stairs and dock. Install new anodized aluminum storefronts in the openings where the existing large wooden doors (12 in total). The existing wood doors are hung on track and they will remain fixed in the open position on the interior of the building. The new aluminum storefront can be painted but it is not anticipated to be painted at this time. Install new surface mounted sconces approximately 14 feet above the boardwalk and under the roof overhang (24 in total). The lights will shine up and down and are centered between each set of engaged columns. New rain gutters will be installed and the downspouts will match those originally on the building. The benches and planters shown on the boardwalk will be made from the reclaimed wood of the existing loading dock. The existing parking spaces in front of the loading dock will be reinstalled in the going from approximately 42 spaces to 36.

West elevation (Courtyard): Remove the brick veneer to expose the original arched openings and add a brick veneer that matches the rest of the building. The arched openings will have the same metal storefront as along the boardwalk. Install sconces above the three arched storefronts, similar to those along the boardwalk. Create a small courtyard with concrete steps, planters and cobblestone surface.
Staff Comments
This project is within the Southern Terminal & Warehouse Historic District and the applicable guidelines are as follows:
Section A.3c. Locate surface parking lots to the side or rear of buildings. No surface parking lots should be created in front of buildings. NOTE: The surface parking area is already located in front of the structure where the loading dock historically was located and the main thoroughfare for vehicles and pedestrians is separated from this parking for most of the length by the Jackson Avenue ramp leading to Gay Street.
Section B.2e. Design private plazas to be pedestrian-friendly. Provide human-scale amenities and include landscaping. NOTE: Planters are incorporated into the design to accommodate landscaping.
Section B.3.a Use complimentary materials and elements, especially next to historic buildings. NOTE: The storefronts, railings and ADA ramp are made of contemporary building materials/methods as to differentiate the new components from the original building.
Section B.5e. All windows at the pedestrian level should be clear.
Section C.2b. Along Jackson Avenue, retain industrial loading dock or garage doors (usually 10-12 feet wide and constructed of metal); these features may be incorporated in new construction (for example, where a loading dock or parking entrance is needed). NOTE: The feel of a loading dock will be retained but will not be used for that purpose. The loading dock door openings will not be altered and the storefront will be primarily glass with a thin metal frame which gives it the look of having the doors open.
Section C.3b. Allow for multiple entries on the first floor of the building, giving access to commercial space that may be divided into bays.
Section C.5a. Repair masonry with stone or brick and mortar that match the original.
Section C.5b. Do not paint masonry that has never been painted. NOTE: The brick has previously been painted.
Section C.9a. Use indirect lighting of the building façade where appropriate.
Section C.11a. During rehabilitation of historic buildings, restore components to the original or an approximate design.
Applicant

Keaney

Planning Staff
Mike Reynolds
Phone: 865-215-3827
Email: mike.reynolds@knoxplanning.org
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