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Art in Public Places Board Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 - 8:30 a.m.
*Slope Room @ Gravity Haus, East Meadow Drive, Vail Village
The mission of this retreat meeting is to have a focused gathering of the AIPP board to discuss
the Ford Park art space residency programs in anticipation of a presentation to Town Council in April.
AIPP Board members present: Tracy Gordon, Susanne Graf, Kathy Langenwalter, Courtney St. John,
AIPP Board member absent: Kara Woods
Others present: Molly Eppard, AIPP Coordinator
Meeting notes by Kathy Langenwalter:
Art Space Needs Building Use and Needs Assessment
Design Considerations Addendum 1
General:
The AIPP Board would like to move forward with initial Design Development of the Vail Art Cottage 3.0 Floor
Plan dated 1-6-20. Since the existing building will be demolished and a new building erected, we like to enlarge
the project by approximately 20% - 25% while maintaining the concept of 3 separate spaces – Gallery, Studio
and Entry/Utility Area. The structure can extend a bit east and west beyond the existing footprint and to the
north as required.
Occupant Load:
1. Our goal is to be able to accommodate 36 - 40 people seated for a lecture and a maximum of 24 people at
a workshop using standard 30” x 72” folding tables.
2. Will the single ADA compliant unisex restroom indicated on the drawings work for the proposed use? If
not, at what occupant load will separate restrooms be required by the IRC and/or ADA? FYI: The Town of
Vail has amended the IBC Section 2902.2 as follows: "Separate facilities shall not be required in structures
or tenant spaces with a total occupant load, including both employees and customers, of 30 or fewer."
Gallery Space:
1. Maintain open space uninterrupted by storage or kitchenette (see below).
2. We would like the option of opening a segment of the east wall to an adjacent deck or patio. Is there a way
to provide a significant opening that works with the design, could also be used as interior display space and
not emit excessive light?
Studio:
1. Enlarge space as needed for a comfortable work space and materials.
2. Keep sink and cabinets. A closet is not necessary in the studio.
Entry/Utility Area:
1. Enlarge entry area and expand space as required for the uses listed below.
2. Single unisex restroom if possible.
3. Storage for folding tables and chairs.
4. Storage for janitorial supplies.
5. Coat hooks.
6. Kitchenette recessed into this space and accessed from the Gallery.