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Mesilla commission approves adobe accessory-building renovation and narrowly OKs illuminated projecting sign
Summary
On June 1 the Mesilla planning commission approved PNZ062130, a renovation of an accessory adobe building at 2134 Quail De Principal, and granted PNZ062134, a projecting sign permit for Casa Otro, the latter after a tie‑breaking vote by the chair.
The Mesilla Planning, Zoning and Historic Appropriateness Commission on June 1 approved two action items: a renovation of an accessory adobe building in the historic residential zone (PNZ062130) and a projecting sign for Casa Otro (PNZ062134).
The commission voted to approve PNZ062130, an application to renovate an existing accessory adobe building at 2134 Quail De Principal submitted by Eric Waukesha. Staff reported the property dates to the 1930s and is considered a contributing resource though not formally registered. The scope included reroofing, repairing rotten rafters, replacing a porch, modifying a door into a window, and other exterior work. The approval was conditioned on matching design materials and ensuring the new door/window treatments are consistent with the structure’s historic character.
On PNZ062134, the commission considered a projecting sign for Casa Otro at 2226B Calle de Guadalupe. Staff described the sign as metal with interior lighting, approximate dimensions of 28" by 16" and minimal interior illumination routed through cut letters. Commissioners raised concerns about precedent and whether internally illuminated signage fits the town’s historic commercial character. The initial vote was tied; Chair Waukenshall cast the deciding vote in favor, and the motion passed. Staff reminded the commission that the sign must meet the town’s clearance, size and lighting limits.
What happened at the meeting: PNZ062130 was presented and approved with the condition that the new doors and windows match the building’s historic design; staff noted a prior review by Mesilla community development and that a CAD permit is required. For PNZ062134, commissioners debated modern appearance and illumination; one commissioner compared the sign’s look to a Santa Fe style, and others said the gallery use made the sign appropriate. The chair broke a 2–2 tie with a yes.
Next steps: Staff will finalize permit conditions and advise applicants on required permits and construction coordination. Where approvals require permits (CAD or building permits), applicants must obtain them before starting work.
Attribution: Details and votes are taken directly from the June 1 transcript. Votes and motions are described using language and names recorded in the meeting record.
