Design review board approves replacement windows for Hacienda at 24 N. Main pending SHPO review; door decision tabled

The Fort Scott City Design Review Board on May 27 approved replacement storefront windows for Hacienda at 24 North Main pending review and formal approval by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and tabled the proposed door replacement until the applicant provides additional visuals and material information.

Board members reviewed a packet of drawings and specifications prepared by Peerless. Members and staff said the package showed window dimensions and door operation but did not include a visual or material sample for the new door. Staff explained that SHPO must receive the full package and has up to 45 days to comment, and that missing information could prompt SHPO to return the submission for clarification.

Because of the missing door illustration the board agreed to delay action on the door to avoid a likely SHPO kickback and to avoid delaying the entire project. The board's motion approved only the replacement windows, contingent on SHPO approval; the door remains tabled pending submission of a photograph or drawing and material specification to SHPO.

Board members urged the applicant to supply a visual mock-up or photograph to expedite SHPO review. Members also noted the practical urgency: the existing storefront has a broken window and the board preferred to allow window replacement to proceed promptly if SHPO approves the submission.

Votes at a glance: The board moved to approve replacement windows pending SHPO approval and table the door; the motion carried on an "all in favor, aye" vote recorded at the meeting. Individual roll-call votes were not recorded in the public transcript.

Ending: Staff will request the applicant provide a photographic visual or drawing and material specifications for the proposed door, upload the complete package to SHPO, and return the item to the board for final action on the door after SHPO review.