Chapter 11 — MTM

The Motor Transport Museum (MTM) is dedicated to increasing public awareness and appreciation for antique trucks and the development of the motor transport industry. The museum, which includes the historic Campo Feldspar Mill and four buildings within central Camp Lockett, preserves, restores, and displays antique trucks, equipment, and artifacts that have positively influenced the motor transport industry.

The following goals and policies have been developed specifically for MTM. They are intended to guide future development proposals within the Camp Lockett area.

· Increase public awareness and appreciation for antique trucks and the motor transport museum

· Adaptively reuse existing buildings to expand museum space and exhibit halls

· Provide space for community events and classes

· Develop overnight accommodations for MTM employees

· Provide additional parking and access for museum visitors

Development within the MTM Planning Area is subject to the Camp Lockett Community- Wide Design Guidelines as described in Chapter 6. The existing four stables onsite are classified as one of the most significant contributors to the Camp Lockett Historic District. These buildings are characterized by military design and date to the Mobilization Phase from June 23 – December 1, 1941. No major alterations have occurred since the designation. Special attention shall focus on the careful preservation and maintenance of these existing historic and culturally significant structures where appropriate. The following are specific design guidelines unique to the MTM Planning Area:

· Alterations, such as repairs to roofs, windows, and doors, may be considered but should occur in a manner that will not diminish the historic integrity of the contributing properties.

· Repair roofs with materials and colors, such as asphalt or rolled roofing, that appear similar to those originally installed.

· When adaptive reuse is viable, seek uses that are compatible with the building.

· Preserve character-defining features of original windows and entry doors and replace only the features that are beyond repair.

· Maintain the original layout of windows and entry doors.

· Avoid alterations or modifications to the building that will affect the asbestos siding.

· Utilize landscaping elements, such as ground cover and low water use trees, to soften hard edges particularly in parking areas.

· Utilize low, decorative fences to reduce the prominence of a fence and enclose the site.