HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_HARC_10.10.2019Notice of Meeting for the
Historic and Architectural Rev iew Commission
of the City of Georgetown
October 10, 2019 at 6:00 P M
at 510 W. 9th Street Georgetown, Texas 78626 Council and Courts B uilding
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The H istor ic and Ar chite ctural R evie w Commission, appointed by the
M ayor and the C ity Counc il, is re sponsible for he aring and taking final
ac tion on applic ations, by issuing C er tific ates of A ppropriateness base d upon
the City C ouncil adopte d Downtown De sign Guide line s and Unifie d
De ve lopme nt Code.
Welcome and M e eting P r oce dure s:
· S taff P re se ntation
· Applic ant P r esentation (L imited to ten minutes unle ss state d
othe rwise by the C ommission.)
· Q ue stions fr om Commission to S taff and Applic ant
· C omments from C itize ns *
· Applic ant Re sponse
· C ommission De libe rative P roc ess
· C ommission A ction
* Those who speak must turn in a speaker for m, locate d at the back of the
r oom, to the r ec ording se cr etar y be for e the item the y wish to addre ss be gins.
E ach speaker will be pe rmitte d to addr ess the Commission one time only for
a maximum of thre e minute s.
L egislativ e Regular Agenda
A C ons ideration and possible action to approve the minutes from the S eptember 26, 2019 regular meeting of
the His toric and Architec tural R eview C ommis s ion. - Mirna G arcia, Management Analys t
B P ublic hearing and possible action for the demolition of a low priority s tructure located in the O ld
Town O verlay District, located at 1304 E.15th S treet –Nathaniel Waggoner, Long R ange P lanning
Manager
C Updates , C ommis s ioner questions, and c omments . - S ofia Nels on, P lanning Director
Adjournment
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Meeting was posted at C ity Hall, 808 Martin Luther King Jr. S treet, G eorgetown, T X 78626, a plac e readily
acc es s ible to the general public as required by law, on the _____ day of _________________, 2019, at
__________, and remained s o posted for at leas t 72 c ontinuous hours prec eding the s cheduled time of said
meeting.
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R obyn Dens more, C ity S ec retary
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Historic and Architectural Review
October 10, 2019
S UB J E C T:
C onsideration and pos s ible ac tion to approve the minutes from the S eptember 26, 2019 regular meeting of
the Historic and Arc hitectural R eview C ommission. - Mirna G arc ia, Management Analyst
IT E M S UMMARY:
F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T:
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S UB MIT T E D B Y:
Mirna G arcia, Management Analys t
AT TAC H ME N T S:
Description Type
Minutes Backup Material
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Meeting: September 26, 2019
City of Georgetown, Texas
Historic and Architectural Review Commission
Minutes
September 26, 2019, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Council and Courts Building
510 West 9th Street Georgetown, TX 78626
Members present: Terri Asendorf-Hyde; Lawrence Romero; Josh Schroeder; Steve Johnston;
Amanda Parr; Pam Mitchell; Karalei Nunn; Catherine Morales
Absent: Art Browner
Staff present: Nat Waggoner, Long Range Planning Manager; Mirna Garcia, Management Analyst;
Britin Bostick, Historic Planner; Sofia Nelson, Planning Director
Call to order by the Chair at 6:00 pm.
A. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes from the August 22, 2019 regular
meeting of the Historic and Architectural Review Commission. – Mirna Garcia, Management
Analyst
Motion to approve Item A by Commissioner Johnston. Second by Commissioner Morales.
Approved (7-0).
B. Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the New
Construction of a Single-Family Residence at the property located at 907 S Elm, bearing the
legal description of Block 27, Lot 6 (NW/PT) & Lot 7 (SW/PT) of the Glasscock Addition (0.07
acres). (2019-57-COA). – Nat Waggoner, AICP, PMP, Long Range Planning Manager
Staff report was presented by Waggoner. The applicant is requesting to construct a 1,905 sq. ft.
single-family structure on a vacant lot in the Old Town Overlay District. The structure is
proposed to have a 5 3/4” Hardieplank lap siding with board and batten at the gabled ends. The
applicant has proposed a steep pitched 12/12 cross-gabled roof with a street facing gabled
dormer with single hung, divided light windows. The proposed structure meets the
dimensional standards of the Unified Development Code (UDC) for the Residential Single-
Family (RS) zoning district. The majority of the structures within the block are single story with
the exception of two structures within the immediate area which have also incorporated a half
story, such as the residences at 901 and 916 S. Elm. Both properties are located on a corner lot,
which lessens the impact the 2nd story may have on adjacent, single story structures. The
proposed structure is not compatible with the historic character of the neighborhood or District
in terms of height, the proportion and the scale of the proposed building, particularly with the
inclusion of a full 2nd story. Staff recommends that the applicant and Commission consider
modification of the request that reduces the massing and protects the character of the block,
which is defined by a majority single story structure.
Commissioner Johnston asked what the proposed house will look like, and Waggoner
presented the proposed site plan to the Commission.
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Meeting: September 26, 2019
Commissioner Romero asked staff what the previous review process was, and Waggoner
indicated that the application would not have gone to the Commission and would have been
reviewed by the Department. Waggoner also discussed compatibility of setbacks, mass and
scale of this project with homes in the area near the property.
There was discussion between the Commissioners and staff related to the compatibility of the
proposed project to other homes similar in size, as well as with the neighborhood. The
Commission proposed a one-story structure, as well as a one and a half story structure as
opposed to a two-story structure for the applicant’s consideration.
There was also discussion between the Commissioners and staff about the design guidelines
and how to properly evaluate the proposed project. The Commissioners discussed other
properties surrounding this proposed property as well as homes in the neighborhood, and
whether the proposed project is compatible.
The applicant, Billy Wehring, addressed the Commission and presented the proposed home
design. He discussed the neighborhood impact, and diversity of style this project would
provide. He also provided comments from homeowners in the surrounding area to the property
in support of the project.
Chair Schroeder opened the Public Hearing.
The owner, Chance Leigh addressed the Commission. He stated that a one and a half story
structure would not sell as there is no demand right now for that; the best option is a two-story
home.
Commissioner Nunn commented that the project is appropriate for the district. Even though the
proposed home is a little bigger than other homes, it would help to make it a vibrant
neighborhood and all houses should be considered not just the ones immediately next to this
property.
Chair Schroeder closed the Public Hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Nunn to accept Item B (2019-57-COA) as presented. Second by
Commissioner Johnston.
Commissioner Romero commented that the two-story home would not be conducive to the
area. A one and a half story would be a better fit.
Chair Schroeder commented that there are other factors to take into consideration such as
finances and the house being able to sell, as that keeps the district alive and thriving.
Homeowners next to the property are in favor of the project and no one is at the meeting
opposed to the project.
Commissioner Parr asked about the option to delay the item to be addressed at a following
meeting. Nelson explained that it would need to be addressed by within the next two meetings.
Chair Schroeder asked the applicant if he would rather take the item to Council or have it
discussed at the next HARC meeting. The applicant would like to take the item to Council.
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Meeting: September 26, 2019
Nelson reminded the Commission that a motion was made, and Commissioners need to vote on
that motion.
Motion to approve Item B (2019-57-COA). Motion approved (4-3) with Commissioners
Morales, Romero, and Parr opposed
C. Updates, Commissioner Questions and comments. Sofia Nelson, Planning Director
Waggoner introduced the new Historic Planner, Britin Bostick.
Alternate Commissioner Mitchell commented on the Commission’s vote, and also that she was
in favor of the project as well.
Nelson let the Commissioners know if there are any questions, the Commission can reach out to
staff. She also commented on a survey for a downtown parking garage that will be sent out in
October.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Commissioner Johnston. Second by Commissioner Parr. Meeting
adjourned at 7:18 pm.
________________________________ _________________________________
Approved, Josh Schroeder, Chair Attest, Amanda Parr, Secretary
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Historic and Architectural Review
October 10, 2019
S UB J E C T:
Public hearing and possible action for the demolition of a low priority struc ture loc ated in the O ld Town
O verlay Dis tric t, loc ated at 1304 E.15th S treet –Nathaniel Waggoner, Long R ange P lanning Manager
IT E M S UMMARY:
Background
T he one-s tory residential s tructure located at 1304 E 15th S treet is identified as a low priority s tructure in
the 2016, medium priority s tructure in the 2007 and was not included in the 1984 Historic R es ourc es
S urveys R eports (HR S R ) c ompleted by the C ity of G eorgetown. T he estimated date of c onstruc tion is
1949. T he 2016 HR S R indicates a “R anch” stylistic influenc e with an irregular plan. Additions to the
original struc ture include an enclosed garage and a carport.
P ublic Co mments
To date, staff has rec eived one (1) written c omment in favor of the demolition. S ee Exhibit 9.
S taff F indings
T his low priority s tructure is c ompatible with other ranch style homes in the area and remains habitable and
repairable. T he information provided is not enough to determine that the applicant meets the c riteria
es tablished in UDC S ection 3.13.030. S ee HP O R eport for full evaluation.
F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T:
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S UB MIT T E D B Y:
C helsea Irby, S enior P lanner
AT TAC H ME N T S:
Description Type
Exhibit 1 - Location Map Exhibit
Exhibit 2 - Letter of Intent Exhibit
Exhibit 3 - Applicant provided Supporting Documents Exhibit
Exhibit 4 - HARC Demolition Process Exhibit
Exhibit 5 - HARC Criteria Exhibit
Exhibit 6 - Demolition Subcommittee Form Exhibit
Exhibit 7 - His toric Resource Survey Exhibit
exhibit 8 HPO Staff Report Cover Memo
Exhibit 9 - Public Comments Exhibit
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2019-52-COAExhibit #1
Coordinate System: Texas State Plane/Central Zone/NAD 83/US FeetCartographic Data For General Planning Purposes Only
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Sec. 3.13.030. - Certificate of Appropriateness—HARC Approval.
F. Criteria for Approval for Relocation, Removal or Demolition of a Historic Landmark or
Contributing Historic Structure.
1. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission shall use circumstances or items that are
unique to the building or structure proposed to be relocated, removed or demolished when
reviewing the application.
2. The Historic and Architectural Review Commission shall make the following findings when
considering a request for demolition or relocation of a structure:
a. Loss of Significance.
i. The applicant has provided information that the building or structure is no longer
historically, culturally or architecturally significant, or is no longer contributing to the
historic overlay district; and
ii. The applicant has established that the building or structure has undergone significant
and irreversible changes, which have caused the building or structure to lose the
historic, cultural or architectural significance, qualities or features which qualified the
building or structure for such designation; and
iii. The applicant has demonstrated that any changes to the building or structure were
not caused either directly or indirectly by the owner, and were not due to intentional or
negligent destruction, or lack of maintenance rising to the level of a demolition by
neglect; and
iv. Demolition or relocation of the building or structure will not cause significant adverse
effect on the historic overlay district or the City's historic resources; or
b. Unreasonable Economic Hardship.
i. The applicant has demonstrated that the property owner cannot take reasonable,
practical or viable measures to adaptively use, rehabilitate or restore the building or
structure, or make reasonable beneficial use of, or realize a reasonable rate of return
on a building or structure unless the building or structure may be demolished or
relocated; and
ii. The applicant must prove that the structure cannot be reasonably adapted for any
other feasible use, which would result in a reasonable rate of return; or
c. There is a compelling public interest that justifies relocation, removal or demolition of the
structure.
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County Williamson
TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Local District:Old Town District
Address:1304 E 15th St 2016 Survey ID:125621
City Georgetown
HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY FORM
2016 Preservation Priority:Low
SECTION 1
Basic Inventory Information
Owner/Address MORRIS, PAUL G & SHAWN L BOYD, 1304 E 15TH ST, , GEORGETOWN,TX 78626-7119
Latitude:30.631023 Longitude -97.664729
Addition/Subdivision:S4861 - University Park
WCAD ID:R048164Legal Description (Lot/Block):UNIVERSITY PARK, BLOCK 6, LOT 38-41, PTS 36-37,
Property Type:Building Structure Object Site District
Current Designations:
NR District Yes No)
NHL NR
(Is property contributing?
RTHL OTHM HTC SAL Local:Other
Date Recorded 5/6/2016Recorded by:CMEC
Other:
Historic Use:GovernmentEducationalDomestic
SocialReligiousRecreation/cultureIndustry/processing
DefenseCommerce/tradeAgriculture
Other:
Current Use:GovernmentEducationalDomestic
SocialReligiousRecreation/cultureIndustry/processingHealthcare
DefenseCommerce/tradeAgriculture
Function
EstimatedActual Source:WCADConstruction Date:1949
Builder:Architect:
Healthcare
Note: See additional photo(s) on page 4
Vacant
Vacant
Old Town District
Current/Historic Name:None/None
Photo direction: Southwest
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County Williamson
TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Local District:Old Town District
Address:1304 E 15th St 2016 Survey ID:125621
City Georgetown
HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY FORM
2016 Preservation Priority:Low
SECTION 2
Architectural Description
General Architectural Description:
One-story Ranch house clad in wood siding with an irregular plan, side-gabled roof, and a projecting entry stoop with a
shed roof canopy and a single front door.
Relocated
Additions, modifications:Garage enclosed; carport added; windows resized and replaced; hand rail added to entry
steps
Stylistic Influence(s)
Queen Anne
Second Empire
Greek Revival
Eastlake
Italianate
Log traditional
Exotic Revival
Colonial Revival
Romanesque Revival
Renaissance Revival
Folk Victorian
Shingle
Monterey
Beaux Arts
Tudor Revival
Mission
Neo-Classical
Gothic Revival
Moderne
Craftsman
Spanish Colonial
Art Deco
Prairie
Pueblo Revival
Other:
Commercial Style
Post-war Modern
No Style
Ranch
International
Gable Hipped Gambrel Shed Flat w/parapet
Structural Details
Roof Form
Mansard Pyramid Other:
Wood shingles Tile Composition shingles Metal Other:
Roof Materials
Wall Materials
Metal
Brick
Wood Siding
Stucco
Siding: Other
Stone
Glass
Wood shingles
Asbestos
Log
Vinyl
Terra Cotta
Other:
Concrete
Fixed Wood sash Double hung Casement Metal sash
Windows
Decorative Screenwork
Other:
Single door Double door With transom With sidelights
Doors (Primary Entrance)
Other:
Plan
Irregular
L-plan
Four Square
T-plan
Rectangular
Modified L-plan 2-room Open ShotgunCenter Passage
Other
Bungalow
Chimneys
Brick StuccoStone Corbelled Caps
Interior Exterior
Other
Specify #0
PORCHES/CANOPIES
Form:Shed Roof Hipped RoofFlat Roof Gabled Roof Inset Other
Support
Suspension rods
Box columns Classical columns
Wood posts (plain)
Spindlework
Wood posts (turned)
Tapered box supports
Masonry pier
Other:
Fabricated metal
Jigsaw trim
Suspension cables
Materials:Metal FabricWood Other:
# of stories:1 PartialNone FullBasement:
Ancillary Buildings
Garage Barn Shed Other:
Landscape/Site Features
Stone
Sidewalks
Wood
Terracing
Concrete
Drives Well/cistern Gardens
Other materials:Brick
Other
Landscape Notes:
Shutters, Vinyl
None
None
None
Unknown
Asphalt
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County Williamson
TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Local District:Old Town District
Address:1304 E 15th St 2016 Survey ID:125621
City Georgetown
HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY FORM
2016 Preservation Priority:Low
SECTION 3
Historical Information
Immigration/Settlement
Religion/Spirituality
Commerce
Law/Government
Science/Technology
Communication
Military
Social/Cultural
Education
Natural Resources
Transportation
Exploration
Planning/Development
Other
Health
Applicable National Register (NR) Criteria:
National State LocalLevel of Significance:
Integrity:
Setting Feeling
Location
Association
Design Materials Workmanship
Yes NoIndividually Eligible?Undetermined
Is prior documentation available
for this resource?Yes No Not known
General Notes: (Notes from 2007 Survey: carport; vinyl windows)
Associated Historical Context:Agriculture Architecture Arts
C
D
B
A Associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad pattern of our history
Associated with the lives of persons significant in our past
Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction or represents the work of a
master, or possesses high artistic value, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components
lack individual distinctions
Has yielded, or is likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history
Areas of Significance:
Periods of Significance:
Integrity notes:See Section 2
Yes NoWithin Potential NR District?Undetermined
Yes NoIs Property Contributing?Undetermined
High Medium
Priority:
Low Explain:Upon reevaluation, the resource does not
have sufficient integrity for medium priority.
Other Info:
Type:HABS Survey Other
Documentation details
2007 survey
Contact Survey Coordinator
History Programs Division, Texas
Historical Commission
512/463-5853
history@thc.state.tx.us
Questions?
1984 ID:Not Recorded2007 ID:373
2007 Survey Priority:Medium 1984 Survey Priority:Not Recorded
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County Williamson
TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Local District:Old Town District
Address:1304 E 15th St 2016 Survey ID:125621
City Georgetown
HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY FORM
2016 Preservation Priority:Low
Additional Photos
SoutheastPhoto Direction
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HISTORIC AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION
HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
FILE NUMBER: 2019-52-COA
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1304 E 15th St, Georgetown TX 78626
APPLICANT: Shawn Boyd & Paul Morris
Background
The one-story residential structure located at 1304 E 15th Street was identified as a low priority structure
in the 2016, medium priority structure in the 2007 and was not included in the 1984 Historic Resources
Surveys Reports (HRSR) completed by the City of Georgetown. The estimated date of construction is
1949. The 2016 HRSR indicates a “Ranch” stylistic influence with an irregular plan. Additions to the
original structure include an enclosed garage and a carport.
Public Comments
As required by the Unified Development Code, all property owners within a 300-foot radius of the
subject property that are located within City limits were notified of the rezoning application (33 notices
mailed), and two (2) signs were posted on-site on September 25, 2019. To date, staff has received one (1)
written comment in favor of the demolition. See Exhibit 9.
Findings
This low priority structure is compatible with other ranch style homes in the area and remains habitable
and repairable. The information provided is not enough to determine that the applicant meets the criteria
established in UDC Section 3.13.030
CODE Requirements
UDC Section – Sec. 3.13.030 E. Additional Requirements for Relocation,
Removal or Demolition of a Historic Landmark or Contributing Historic
Structure.
Findings
Demolition Delay Period Certified Local Government (CLG) Program.
a. Upon deeming the application complete, requests for a
Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition of a Historic
Landmark or contributing historic structure shall be subject to
a 60-day demolition delay period. The Historic and
Architectural Review Commission shall not take action on a
request for demolition until the 60-day demolition delay
period is complete.
b. During this 60-day delay period, the applicant shall coordinate
with the Historic Preservation Officer to reach a satisfactory
resolution that preserves the building or structure, or that
preserves historic and significant architectural features that
are unique to the building or structure, era or district.
c. The Historic Preservation Officer shall coordinate with local,
county and other historic organizations to explore
• 60 day demolition
delay is currently in
place.
• The subcommittee has
visited the site and is
providing the
commission, as a
whole, a
recommendation on
the request. The
recommendation is
attached to this email.
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possibilities for preserving, to include the possible relocation
of the structure.
d. The Historic Preservation Officer shall present the findings and
resolution, if applicable, to the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission with the request.
Demolition Subcommittee Review.
a. No later than the 30th day from deeming the application
complete, the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission's Demolition Subcommittee shall complete a
walk-through of the building or structure proposed to be
demolished or relocated with the Historic Preservation
Officer and the applicant.
b. The Demolition Subcommittee shall review the application
and analyze the building or structure to determine possibility
of preservation and restoration, and appropriateness for
demolition or relocation. In the event of demolition, the
Demolition Subcommittee shall also create a list of historic
salvageable materials identified during the walk-through.
c. The Demolition Subcommittee's report shall include a
recommendation for final action.
• The subcommittee
report is attached to
this item for review. A
recommendation of
denial of the
demolition has been
made.
Responsibility of Final Action.
a. In addition to the application, and the Historic Preservation
Officer's report the Historic and Architectural Review
Commission shall review the recommendation by the
Demolition Subcommittee, conduct a hearing in accordance
with the HARC's established procedures and state law, and
take final action on the application within 35 days of the
application hearing unless the applicant agrees to extend the
time.
b. As conditions of approval, the Historic and Architectural
Review Commission may require historic materials to be
salvaged, archival-quality photo-documentation, and/or
architectural drawings of the building or structure proposed
to be demolished or relocated similar to those required by the
Historic American Buildings Survey to be submitted to the
Historic Preservation Officer.
• In order to meet the 35
day requirement action
on this case must be
taken by November
14th.
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Code Requirements
UDC Section Sec. 3.13.030. F. Criteria for Approval for Relocation, Removal
or Demolition of a Historic Landmark or Contributing Historic Structure.
Findings
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission shall use circumstances or
items that are unique to the building or structure proposed to be relocated,
removed or demolished when reviewing the application.
n/a
The Historic and Architectural Review Commission shall make the
following findings when considering a request for demolition or
relocation of a structure:
a. Loss of Significance.
i. The applicant has provided information that the building or
structure is no longer historically, culturally or architecturally
significant, or is no longer contributing to the historic overlay
district; and
ii. The applicant has established that the building or structure has
undergone significant and irreversible changes, which have
caused the building or structure to lose the historic, cultural or
architectural significance, qualities or features which qualified
the building or structure for such designation; and
iii. The applicant has demonstrated that any changes to the
building or structure were not caused either directly or
indirectly by the owner, and were not due to intentional or
negligent destruction, or lack of maintenance rising to the level
of a demolition by neglect; and
iv. Demolition or relocation of the building or structure will not
cause significant adverse effect on the historic overlay district
or the City's historic resources; or
The applicant has not provided
information that the building or
structure is no longer
historically, culturally or
architecturally significant, or is
no longer contributing to the
historic overlay district.
The applicant has not
established that the building or
structure has undergone
significant and irreversible
changes, which have caused the
building or structure to lose the
historic, cultural or architectural
significance, qualities or
features which qualified the
building or structure for such
designation;
Many of the items listed for
repair are items homes of this
age require improvement of if
regular maintenance had not
been occurring.
Unreasonable Economic Hardship.
i. The applicant has demonstrated that the property owner
cannot take reasonable, practical or viable measures to
adaptively use, rehabilitate or restore the building or structure,
or make reasonable beneficial use of, or realize a reasonable
rate of return on a building or structure unless the building or
structure may be demolished or relocated; and
ii. The applicant must prove that the structure cannot be
reasonably adapted for any other feasible use, which would
result in a reasonable rate of return; or
c. There is a compelling public interest that justifies relocation,
removal or demolition of the structure.
The applicant has stated the
cost (without documentation) to
bring the house to code.
However, it is important to note
there is not an expectation that
the home (given its age) be
brought to current building
code. As improvements are
made to the structure the new
improvements are required to
be brought to UDC standards.
At this point the applicant has
not provided documentation
that the structure cannot be
reasonably adapted for any
other feasible use, which would
result in a reasonable rate of
return; or that there is a
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compelling public interest that
justifies relocation, removal or
demolition of the structure
RECOMMENDATION
□ Approval
□ Approval with Conditions:
Disapproval
Sofia Nelson, CNU-A
Historic Preservation Officer Date
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