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Ashley Santos, representing the Nantucket Historical Association, told the committee the signs were intended as low‑profile wayfinding markers modeled on similar posts used by other conservation and nonprofit organizations around the island. \"We wanted to create a similar signpost that the Land Bank has,\" Santos said, describing the design as discrete navy posts intended to help visitors locate NHA properties.

Commissioners raised multiple objections. Commissioner Kevin Kuester said the committee's guidelines disfavor new freestanding signs in the historic downtown and warned of a slippery slope if corporate brands and nonprofits began placing freestanding markers without review. \"If we start letting individual corporate brands... put up a little square sign in front of each of the buildings,\" Kuester said, \"obviously it's inappropriate.\" Commissioner Ben Normans and others emphasized the need to review each proposed location on a case‑by‑case basis so the panels could balance wayfinding value against impacts on architecture and historic landscapes.

The committee first considered a motion to deny the application on the grounds that the proposed freestanding signs conflicted with the HDC's guidelines. That denial motion failed on a split vote. The committee then approved a motion by Commissioner Ben Normans to hold the application for a site viewing and to require the NHA to remove existing ground‑mounted signs until they receive formal approval; that motion passed on roll call with Ben Normans, Paul Wolf and Kevin Kuester voting in favor.

Why it matters: The decision highlights tension between nonprofits seeking to improve visitor wayfinding and a preservation review board that tightly limits freestanding signage to protect historic streetscapes. Committee members said many similar signposts had either been reviewed previously or warranted closer look at their specific locations.

The committee asked NHA to coordinate site visits with staff so the panel could evaluate each candidate location in person and to return with a revised consolidated application if the organization wished to pursue a smaller set of signs or mounted alternatives. Ashley Santos said the organization would work with staff to schedule viewings. The committee clarified that the HDC full board has the final authority and that the advisory committee's recommendation would go with the application to the full board when necessary.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","HDC Sign Advisory Council - 5/6/2025","oneSentenceSummary","After lengthy debate, the HDC Sign Advisory Committee on May 6 held a controversial application by the Nantucket Historical Association for freestanding wayfinding signposts and ordered removal of existing unapproved markers until the locations are reviewed.","taxTitle","Nantucket County, Massachusetts","taxId",61456,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6250458,"HDC advisory panel holds Vault at 5 Chestnut Street sign for revisions; staff told to follow up on window decals and sandwich board",377,744000,1121000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3201932-4b6718981c091872456d9933a8cae554&start=744&end=1121","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3201932-4b6718981c091872456d9933a8cae554/thumbnail_744000.jpg","/articles/6250458/Nantucket-County/Massachusetts/HDC-advisory-panel-holds-Vault-at-5-Chestnut-Street-sign-for-revisions-staff-told-to-follow-up-on-window-decals-and-sandwich-board","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6250458-80ea98c6e8426a540fff14266957c0ce/orig.mp4?Expires=1775218563&Signature=IjL4nIZLIkvVB-JTEaX4DgHZeDVnL~CTMz9MnbLCGl9CxuIwmLq-TKdZ~Dp6pjDJhtxtvaHlmY1xkYOF2uTY2ZzBPgWPlaB467rz8C67P9rPyCke-xO2sRoaUOXrHTOELonsMO6uV20HPK4S2i~SvTG7l2IOv2Ui61kbVDlYzlutDjbY42F7TvMe90bePS8UemInawkxI~sSaYdcMgvRiDFfnvDTNy6eRlBr7Pwru2neY7g8a2RSVAHLgR8uriAR3afeeUimQ~-RMF1bDRXZPCjn-Br2uq4VVLwinVBD1VhMyRueRp8ycXvNbqCCpc1j5cDcnUtSQLtsbvAJ12p4zA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The HDC Sign Advisory Committee on May 6 voted to hold the application for a projecting sign at 5 Chestnut Street so staff and the applicant could resolve several related storefront elements, including a window decal and a freestanding menu/sandwich board.

Kara, representing the applicant, said the proposal was a same‑size, painted and carved projecting sign replacing an earlier black‑and‑gold sign. Commissioners focused discussion on existing storefront elements that may count as signs under the guidelines: a menu box, a window decal and a sidewalk sandwich board that has appeared at the location.

Why it matters: The committee determines what storefront elements count as signs and enforces rules limiting freestanding sidewalk signs and window signage. Commissioners noted the menu box is treated as a sign under the guidelines and that sandwich boards on the sidewalk are not permitted.

Commissioner Ben Normans asked that the word “Nantucket” be removed from the sign face; Commissioner Kevin Kuester asked the applicant to tone down a bright white background and reminded the applicant of prior violations at the location. Commissioner Paul Wolf asked the applicant to submit a consolidated application that lists the menu box and other existing elements so the committee can evaluate the total sign allowance for the building.

The motion to hold for revisions passed by roll call; Ben Normans, Paul Wolf and Kevin Kuester voted in favor. The committee asked the applicant to submit a revised application addressing the white background, remove or justify the menu box in the application, and discuss removal of the sandwich board and any window decal.

Staff member Nicky Sheriff said she will follow up with the applicant about the outstanding storefront elements and the committee's recommendations.","The committee held the 5 Chestnut Street projecting sign application for revisions and asked the applicant to remove a sidewalk sandwich board and clarify whether a menu box counts toward the property's sign allotment.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6250463,"HDC advisory panel approves replacement sign for 16 Federal Street with lighting condition",599,218000,817000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3201932-4b6718981c091872456d9933a8cae554&start=218&end=817","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3201932-4b6718981c091872456d9933a8cae554/thumbnail_218000.jpg","/articles/6250463/Nantucket-County/Massachusetts/HDC-advisory-panel-approves-replacement-sign-for-16-Federal-Street-with-lighting-condition","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6250463-cc73e772c6a2be95cbabef53d9646bea/orig.mp4?Expires=1775218563&Signature=H3pmnUK1-0fA7tlOqIU2Mvsb43dTAAK7QErR-2enU~gz90LKjZt71RZHwr9BjU9RLXfykO4o8g9Du8ymkWn8HoLyrXoD~i1SlMZNVfp~ttiqciSe~otU~Xht4YQnX~UyiredOkESRrSkUGVoayV~DUW9BK1oUGu~dNLst0q2dAYae3Ae2WJWXvPZXz1YBXFmggXsQl~KLq4NrQ6R76SOVeJiU1wekRiKS4zNZDFBHB6YSQqb2CIhgiEVy41nu-UqfGN-6kmM7e0nH5tsW9i7MJJP~D6kYOUuEuoZ6jBpd~IhW5GY1IuYujqSVDmpeuB4bfFX49PiJOLXzseoQohw4Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The HDC Sign Advisory Committee on May 6 recommended approval of a replacement projecting sign at 16 Federal Street, voting to approve the application as submitted while requiring the sign's lighting to meet the committee's wattage limits.

The sign applicant, Edwin (presenting for the business at 16 Federal Street), told the committee the proposal was a like‑for‑like replacement of a prior sign and that two tenant businesses would occupy the address. Chair Chris (chair) and commissioners discussed the multi‑tenant rules in the Sign Guidelines and reminded the applicants that a master sign plan would be required once multiple business signs were proposed for the same building.

Why it matters: The committee's decision sets a condition that limits lighting output for the installation; the panel noted its guidelines cap individual fixture output at a 15‑watt equivalent for sign illumination. Committee members also underscored that approval of this single sign will count toward the building's overall sign allotment and may affect later applications for additional tenant signage.

The committee's deliberations focused on tenant signage rules and lighting. Commissioner Kevin Kuester said he expected to see additional sign applications for other parts of the building and raised a question about the recommended fixture type. Edwin said the team proposed three small LED fixtures (about 7 watts each) to minimize profile and light output. Commissioner Ben Normans and Commissioner Paul Wolf expressed no objection to the sign itself and suggested the applicants file a master sign plan when additional tenant signs are ready.

The motion to approve as submitted, with the condition that the lighting meet the HDC guidelines, was adopted by roll call: Paul Wolf, Kevin Kuester and Ben Normans all voted in favor. Staff member Nicky Sheriff confirmed that any subsequent tenant signs will be reviewed under the multi‑tenant provisions in the guidelines.

The committee advised the applicants to submit the master sign plan when they file the follow‑on business‑specific signs so the panel can evaluate how multiple signs on the same building will work together.","The HDC Sign Advisory Committee voted to recommend approval of a like‑for‑like replacement projecting sign at 16 Federal Street, conditioning the approval on compliance with the committee's lighting guidelines (equivalent of 15 watts).",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6250443,"HDC holds freestanding sign request for 10 Strait Wharf and asks applicant to document historic sign; applicant to present to full HDC if desired",1336,5067000,6403000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3201932-4b6718981c091872456d9933a8cae554&start=5067&end=6403","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3201932-4b6718981c091872456d9933a8cae554/thumbnail_5067000.jpg","/articles/6250443/Nantucket-County/Massachusetts/HDC-holds-freestanding-sign-request-for-10-Strait-Wharf-and-asks-applicant-to-document-historic-sign-applicant-to-present-to-full-HDC-if-desired","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6250443-40e45dd1ca9ed15ca9401c675b63bf7e/orig.mp4?Expires=1775218563&Signature=hwXlZypqiX4CA4Kah44~sgvQnhEb4H23NbVNKXirOm6rZr9qqO1wnNppWdfDQWEriPF1wJdrv4I4SStXIyGr~SQDhdfAuVJQbh7pHD0PVQPNAbhBCw3mZnsa9ajfTB4Ka4w1n136FYAY9mTTfz0PeIdXET-vaN4~~Xj-K9yvH-fMfIBWIcqC-XPN~t6CfuJm-WAAvSNsZnjT0aMxS11HN5BK0TmQBkg2PA-ATNg0102qwiRY~AAkavRgHL792dcBhZAEfPVPyLoKUvJma8kTh6C0Oc2U12aOhJikLA-qF4TzjhdAIe9ClWReTxdxNrTvvrE6b5Dl3cHNuwMlBwK~ew__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The HDC Sign Advisory Committee on May 6 held the application to reinstall a freestanding sign at 10 Strait Wharf and asked the applicant to provide documentation showing the size and placement of the previously approved sign. The applicant, Linda, presented a series of historical photographs dating back to the 1940s that showed a freestanding post at the location but staff and commissioners said the committee must rely on the Sign Guidelines to determine whether the post is still grandfathered.

Why it matters: The application raises a policy question about when a previously erected sign remains eligible for replacement under the Sign Guidelines' preexisting nonconforming sign rules. Staff referenced the guidelines' requirement that a replacement sign match the previously approved or erected sign in size and placement and that documentation of the prior sign be submitted.

Commissioners noted a three‑year standard in the guidelines for determining whether an absent sign remains grandfathered and asked the applicant to submit photographic or permit documentation of the prior sign. The committee moved to hold the application for revisions so staff could review historical documentation and confirm whether the proposed replacement matches the previously erected sign. The move to hold passed by roll call. The applicant said she planned to bring the matter to the full HDC that evening as well; staff and the committee agreed the full board could consider it but asked that documentation be provided.

Staff member Nicky Sheriff said she would distribute the Zoom link for the full board meeting and coordinate the submission of any additional documentation. The committee will reconvene the item after staff reviews the evidence or after full‑board action, depending on how the applicant chooses to proceed.","The committee held the application to reinstall a historic freestanding sign at 10 Strait Wharf and asked the applicant to submit documentation of the previous sign; the applicant indicated she planned to take the issue to the full HDC later the same day.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":44,"_45":115,"_47":116,"_49":50,"_51":117,"_53":118,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":119,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":120,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6250448,"HDC holds Whaling Museum banner designs for revisions; commissioners ask for muted tones or matching panels",380,1468000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3201932-4b6718981c091872456d9933a8cae554&start=1088&end=1468","/articles/6250448/Nantucket-County/Massachusetts/HDC-holds-Whaling-Museum-banner-designs-for-revisions-commissioners-ask-for-muted-tones-or-matching-panels","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6250448-57c0e9461231a342ac5d2e725a26a989/orig.mp4?Expires=1775218563&Signature=nyMvvDPSqjX50MQJIc-yziFOieEBf8HotsLgW7eI4czcyj8N2PbHMG9PfJZP1mw-7gK1z8OeUsaOxI1QCs5W8W44exDESprkUgBu0~i05MSo~qnitvB5gObWY3BDvq8nHvImNT2DU0THAPfo-PXXwzyHNNd4-O6iqmLUI1LD0O550XGmf5DYEk5wwFrJjOlXro7A2zkmMxByfHZwgyM06WhdTcFvMnHjogaGdfnl9Ei~W75VREmMzLSh7wd2JTJbaMFC5ZP9BQzid8iYU8~2ymaaNR0z1-pIAdwWPZbWjHB0ewYGIqs~utdaz6dP~AR9RmTziilMygM~B0qAb67ubA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The HDC Sign Advisory Committee on May 6 held two banner applications for the Whaling Museum and asked the applicant to reduce color saturation or present matching panels to better integrate banners with the streetscape.

Ashley Santos, representing the Whaling Museum, said the current exhibit focuses on behind‑the‑scenes clothing and textiles, which led the museum to propose detailed photographic textures for the banners. Commissioners Kevin Kuester, Ben Normans and Paul Wolf agreed the banners would benefit from a more muted or sepia‑toned treatment; several commissioners suggested using the same image on both sides to simplify appearance. \"I think that's an idea that would simplify it,\" Commissioner Kevin Kuester said.

Why it matters: Banner design affects the visual character of Main Street. Commissioners said bright photographic banners can compete with building facades and recommended filtering colors or using a unified panel design.

The committee voted to hold both left and right banner applications for revisions; the motions to hold passed by roll call with unanimous support among commissioners present. Staff asked the museum to return with revised, desaturated or matching banner images, which staff may approve when compliant.","The committee held two banner applications for the Whaling Museum and requested muted tones or matching imagery to reduce color contrast with surrounding architecture.","actionData","errors"]

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Nantucket Historical Association's freestanding wayfinding signs draw split vote; committee orders view and temporary removal of existing markers

HDC advisory panel holds Vault at 5 Chestnut Street sign for revisions; staff told to follow up on window decals and sandwich board

HDC advisory panel approves replacement sign for 16 Federal Street with lighting condition

HDC holds freestanding sign request for 10 Strait Wharf and asks applicant to document historic sign; applicant to present to full HDC if desired

HDC holds Whaling Museum banner designs for revisions; commissioners ask for muted tones or matching panels