Hyannis Main Street Waterfront Historic District Commission | April 2, 2025
The meeting focused on Daniel Smith d/b/a Smith Family Popcorn 541 Main Street, Hyannis application for changes, including a double entry door and a sign change to "Neptune's" and a discussion of Mural Guidelines within the historic district.
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The meeting focused primarily on two key areas:
- Review of a business application: Daniel Smith d/b/a Smith Family Popcorn – 541 Main Street, Hyannis. Daniel Smith's application for changes to his establishment, including a new double entry door and a sign change from "Smith Family Beer Garden" to "Neptune's."
- Discussion of Mural Guidelines: A presentation and discussion regarding the development of guidelines for public art, specifically murals, within the historic district.
Key Points
- Business Application: The commission approved Daniel Smith's application for both the new double door and the name/sign change for his business. The applicant explained the rationale behind the changes, emphasizing the need for improved safety and a more fitting name to reflect the business's evolution into a live entertainment venue. A letter of support from a neighboring business was also read into the record.
- Mural Guidelines: A historic preservation specialist presented information on developing content-neutral guidelines for murals and public art within the historic district. The presentation highlighted legal considerations (First Amendment rights), best practices from other communities, and suggested guidelines for Hyannis. The commission acknowledged the need for updated guidelines and discussed forming a working group to address this.