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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-23-07 City of Farmington 325 Oak Street Farmington, MN 55024 Mission Statement Through teamwork and cooperation, the City of Farmington provides quality services that preserve our proud past and foster a promisingfuture. AGENDA HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING January 23, 2007 7:00 P.M. CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 1. Call to order 2. Approval of agenda 3. Approval of minutes of October 24,2006 regular meeting 4. Public Hearings - none 5. Reports- a. 2006 Annual Report 6. Unfinished Business a. Heritage Landmark Designation Project b. Historic Overlay District c. Feely Elevator Update 7. New Business a. Comprehensive Plan Visioning Sessions b. Rambling River Days Trolley Tour 8. Miscellaneous a. HPC 2007 Goals b. Sauber Picture Donation 9. Adjourn MINUTES HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION October 24, 2006 1. CALL TO ORDER-Chairperson Preece called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Beverly Preece, Edgar Samuelson, Ken Stewart, Tim Burke Absent: None Also Present: Loren Schulz, Renae Auge, Lee Kindem, Steve Bolduc, City Planner Lee Smick, Assistant City Planner Tony Wippler, Consultant Robert Vogel, Administrative Services Director Shadipk 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION by Burke, second by Stewart to approve agenda. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION by Samuelson, second by Burke to approve the minutes of August 22, 2006 as presented. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS-None 5. REPORTS-None 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a.) Heritage Landmark Designation Project -The reports for the six landmark nominations are complete and have been forwarded to the State for review. The next step is to take them to the City Council for a public hearing and designation. Written comments were presented to the HPC from the property owners to be added to the reports. Comments were received from The Flynn's at 320 Walnut and Loren Schulz at 500 Spruce Street. Renae Auge will also be forwarding comments on her property at 409 Spruce Street. Consultant Vogel suggested taking the designations to Council two at a time. Mr. Schulz asked for clarification as to what the designation means. Mr. Vogel explained that it is a type of overlay zoning. The designated properties are indicated on the official zoning map. Mr. Vogel explained the intent of the designation is a regulatory function to make sure the properties do not disappear. By identifying the properties on the zoning map it serves as a type of reminder and forces the City Council to take the property into consideration. To date there is no financial benefit in Minnesota other than a potential increase in resale value. The possibility of a 20% State income tax credit has been discussed at the State, but it has yet to pass in the legislature. Member Burke asked if the designations would result in implications for adjacent properties. Consultant Vogel stated that "no" there are not implications for adjacent property owners. However, the designation does not relieve the property owner from other zoning restrictions but rather gives the building official more flexibility. For example: window size may be within a few inches of the code and the Building Official may approve it so as not to disrupt the integrity of the building. Mr. Bolduc asked if the line of sight from a designated property was affected. He was concerned about the building across from them getting tom down and what may be put in its place. Mr. Vogel stated that establishing a conservancy district would be a good tool in managing this, especially new construction. Mr. Vogel gave the example of how the City of Edina regulates the replacement of buildings with in their conservancy district. However, lot coverage and setbacks are no different for designated properties. Mr. Bolduc asked what the benefit would be to him for designating his property and if the designation was documented at the State level. Mr. Vogel explained that the designation itself and the prestige and distinction it brings are the primary benefits. Mr. Vogel explained that the designations are documented at the State level as part of the City's Certified Local Government (CLG) status. As a CLG, the City works under the guidelines of the National Parks Service on preservation. Mr. Schulz asked if the local designation automatically puts a property on the National Register. Mr. Vogel stated that the National registration is another application process that could be done in the future. Mr. Bolduc asked ifthere is a way to pinpoint the exact date his property was built. Consultant Vogel replied that before 1930 there were no legal instruments such as an abstract to pinpoint exact dates. So based on what is know the Bolduc House for example, was built sometime in the 1870's. Mr. Schulz stated even though he appreciated the house being designated "The Schulz House" he felt it would be more appropriate if it were designated the "Duff- Betzold House" based on its history. It was determined that the HPC would recommend the designation go to the City Council for a public hearing. As part ofthe public hearing process, written notification will be sent to surrounding property owners in advance of the public hearing per ordinance. It was determined that the HPC would bring the designations to the City Council two at a time. The schedule is as follows: December 4 City Council Meeting 500 Spruce Street and 520 Oak Street January 16 City Council Meeting 409 Spruce Street and 509 Oak Street *May 21 City Council Meeting 320 Walnut and 421 Spruce Street *The HPC decided to designate two in May because May is Preservation Month and one of the homeowners resides in out of state in the winter. MOTION by Burke, second by Stewart to bring the designations to the City Council two at a time at three public hearings. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 7. NEW BUSINESS a.) Historic Conservation Overlay district - City Planners Lee Smick and Tony Wippler presented two options to the HPC on how to create a Historic Conservation District. 1) To define a 250 ft radius viewshed of the designated property. 2) The overlay district would be defined by streets to encompass all the designated properties. Both options would require "buy in" from all the properties within the area defined. This would mean that any of the properties making changes would require HPC review. Mr. Vogel suggested that the HPC should start with the properties that have been designated that the HPC keep it simple and not make it harder than regular zoning. This could be done by limiting HPC review to demolition of surrounding properties and the building of any new buildings vs. regulating all changes to existing buildings. The presumption being, that people buy into a neighborhood because they like the style of the neighborhood. Planner Smick stated that the zoning for the proposed area is RT and RD, which allows for a 4-plex such as a Centex town home to be built as well as single family homes. Mr. Vogel added that with the Conservation Overlay District if a property owner wanted to build they would be required to follow the architectural guidelines set for the district. City Planner Smick indicated that it would be better to start smaller with the overlay district, noting that the district could eventually become larger. Education will be an issue and there would need to be neighborhood meetings. The district would become part ofthe Comprehensive Plan. The HPC directed staffto pursue a combination of the viewshed and overlay options: a smaller version of the overlay option surrounding the designated properties. Mr. Bolduc asked what they could do as residents. Ms. Smick explained that they could help by showing their support. Member Samualson suggested making the street signs identifiable to the district. b.) Feely Elevator Discussion - The HPC directed staffto write a letter to the Feely family to see if they are interested in designation of the elevator and possibly a reuse study done on it. Mr. Vogel suggested that the HPC tour the elevator. c.) State Preservation Conference Review - The State Preservation Conference was held in Red Wing from September 27-29,2006. Member Preece, Administrative Services Director Shadick and Mr. Vogel gave the commission a review of the Conference. 8. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Vogel reported that the monitoring of the grading done near the Historic Middle Creek Cemetery was completed without any concerns The HPC decided to look at long range planning and how Mr. Vogel's time can be used efficiently at the next HPC meeting on January 23,2007. Mr. Vogel suggested the HPC look at the possibilities of a student member to the HPc. If a student member is added the ordinance will have to be amended. Member Samuelson suggested a son or daughter of a Rotary member. 9. ADJOURN MOTION by Samuelson, second by Stewart to adjourn at 8:54 p.m. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, ~itd ftc4dut2 Lisa A. Shadick Administrative Services Director 10-5-27: Historic Preservation Overlay District (A) Purpose: The City Council of the City of Farmington declares that the preservation, conservation, maintenance, and enhancement of older buildings in the city's historic neighborhood(s) will promote the general welfare of the residents of the city, and, therefore establishes the zoning classification to be known as the Historic Preservation Overlay District",{HPOD). With respect to the properties placed in the HPOD, the purpose O.:::thiS ;1111~~~~~~~~~IIIII.II:::~:i A. ~d r;::~~; and enhance cohesive stre~~~~II': tha~::::I~~I~lliil~~::~~:::ntity t~ time :: ~~F="E~~:E;::~~;:~~:: and ................................................................ D. To promote the use of older buildings JHI~~~I~flll~ll.bd$. for the education, pleasure, and welfare::,~:~:~::~~~j~::j:::j:~:i~~;:::::,,::: p~:6'1,1Iiillillilllllllllllllllll~!:~:~,~:/:. Farmington. The City Council further declares t.hit~:~.:::I~$.l.~~t9f land to'lli"rfIPOD shall not ~:;i~:::nt~~~~~ : ::re;:~; i:ll~l~~I~:-11"111111.1~~~~ea:;s::~~~0~~r:~. classification which shall continqi~::t~}appJ,y;~~~~,ut tli~:~::ill!ponal restrictions of the HPOD shall also apply t~:::~~il.~~:~nc~f'tran~'II~,:~::,:~jlll'PbD. (B) ~:7t~:~:~e ~~i~:~:~e;::gs:;,:;ti:~ phrases ..~................................................... ..;::'ia::::~~~:II!ipJ:::..1O-3-12 of the Farmington City Code. Prior to an aniaigjht being adopted by the City Council, the Planning CommIssion shall hold at least one public hearing, after notice of the hearing has been published in the official newspaper at least ten (10) days before the hearing, and after notice has been mailed to property owners within three hundred fifty feet (350') of the subject property(ies). However, the Planning Commission shall not review and make a recommendation on any such amendment until it has (2) received a report and recommendation from the Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC). After the transfer of any property to the HPOD, the City Clerk shall file a certified copy of the amendment to this section making such transfer with the Register of Deeds; but failure to file shall not affect the validity of the transfer or the application of the provisions of this section to the property. .:;::;:;:;:;:;:;..< ............................ ....................... B. ;~~: ~~~=of~ro~.:: t~O~~ifW~lY such areas :~: ~~;E~~~~~~~~ (3) Represent a significant and dt~t!pguishabl~::::;&p.iIM::~.9.:~e components :::~:;~~~:~~d~=a1 (D) Review of Permits :!llllllllllllilllllllllli::;:: .::;;:~:i:llilllllllllll::~:::::::::;::;;::::::~:~III:Illillllli'iliilllll'III'illili~;:::}:;' A. ::~~:::~:;t!:IC~:e ::~~:owmg in (2) Construcnql:~@i:iDlJ).ew building within the district (3) Movin a biinmh?:Uiithin the district ";;:::;;;:;:;::;;;m;m;:;rrP'~~:::;~ubJect to revIewri}.tJhe HPC, except for those propertIes that have been "~eritage Landmarks. (1) ~~ail~'I';::~fthe three conditions listed under Section 10-5-27 (D)A, a CertifiC'ate of Appropriateness is required to be applied for by the property owner. Such application shall be made to the HPC. The HPC shall make its recommendation regarding the Certificate of Appropriateness to the City's Building Official to approve or disprove the issuance of the permit. The City's Building Official shall not (2) authorize issuance of any permit which the HPC has recommended disapproval. (3) If the HPC recommends disapproval of the issuance of the permit, the application may be appealed to the City Council. The procedure for hearings and orders by the City Council on appeals made pursuant to this section shall be the same manner as a request for a variance. (E) Guidelines for New Construction .. ... .......................... ..,............... ............................ ...................... ..............................'. ........................... ................. ............... .................................. .....................................'.............................. ................................. .................................. .................................................................. ................................ ................................ . ..............................................'................ A. ~:;r;e~t~:~~~lo:in:p~~~~::~~: (:.t1'tN~~~~II~".;,9:J~:~:~~~n ~: ~?E~~~ri~;:?JEi:=:n~ of these guidelines is to establish concd,IJ.:::::I,-m4m:ies for hom~:::':aesigns, :~:,:i~~r~: ~:=~~i:~~~~~.;':igid template (1) Ground Plan: It is reqjtl:::::_i:i::il~:::::lrpund pl~~:::j:~hher be simple ~~i~:~:i:~~:,t:i']Ir:~::.~IIi~~i~~~~:;ea~~o~:~e. Fayade Elevation: It i~:::lquire:9:::lat the::II~::~fi,fght of the fayade be at least two storie~J~!~ ndtigreatt:r:::~ two:,:I,'one-half stories. Roof Shape: :~:::::IM:li:~trequired:::~:.t:~:,Jt::JgQl::::~hape must be one of the following: .:,:.si;~f;f::front-gabl~~j:::j.~~f.ied, hipped, or saltbox. A flat, man~.~~::ii::~p'ed roof will B6t.:j~~j:~~mowed. (4) Roofing:"\fi1iitmim;:,,::.. It is required that all roofing materials be d~~f~l~f:=~=:::::~::::~:~ . :~~.~o~adi~~n::. ho;:;~~ =~~:~=ri".:~:~: .::"""""""":""""",:"",,,,::::::,::,,:,::.... followmg wtlhnotbe allowed: alummum steel artIfiCIal stone veneer, "W1III~~~~~~:or~~commended ~hit~turaI stylc(s) for new ..::""~'~::::::::jjjjilljilllllllllllllllll~II~I~~~::~~:~i~v~:~~~:~~~e~~;~~~~~~~:g;~:v~~~i:~ .:.::H(::::::::19ti~i.ir. Revival. Ranch, Split-level or split-entry are not rec8~~fided architectural styles. (2) (3) (F) Guidelines for New Detached Garages A. In reviewing applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for new detached garages in the HPOD, the Heritage Preservation Commission will apply the following design guidelines: (1) No new detached garage should be taller, longer, or wider than the house on the same lot. (2) No new detached garage should have a roofline taller than that of adjacent homes. (3) Undecorated side walls longer than 16 feet should be avoided whenever possible. .... (4) New detached garages should be diffetl~~t~<;l/fmp:1 historic homes (G) MmDtenan:::1::::en:::: ~:E~seSSio~ of a - n BIIIIJ EIill ffi[] QI[Q OJ] I F ITIIE ITIIIJ mID OIIIIJ [JJ7 ~ I M ~ = ~MrijTrnnrQIff I -m1 ~ []]JjJ []ill] EI::[B OAK STREET ~ITTQJ~ _ 520 ~ n::Lll.J.:.:tI n:: n:: ~[[i]]~~ tJ" _ 0 _ ''It ~ Il) - SDDEET~ _ [J[]] ;1 'r ~ ITIIIIJ -I [[IT] e- 11'm BIm WALNUI.:s "~, , - ___I J B8EEl~ i - =- ~ ) 1- []iJi]OOilj I .... w w n:: U> J: - I'- J. . 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