Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Award for 701 Bluff Street Copyrig hted
October 19, 2020
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 5.
City Council Meeting
ITEM TITLE: GrantAgreement-701 Bluff Street
SUM MARY: City Manager recommending approval of a Downtown Rehabilitation
Grant Award to Ken Lin for a combined Fa�ade Grant and Planning &
Design Grant to create a Dumpling Factory and Brewery restaurant at
701 Bluff Street.
RESOLUTION Approving a GrantAgreement between the City of
Dubuque, lowa and K&L Leasing for the redevelopment of 701 Bluff
Street
SUGGESTED Suggested Disposition: Receive and File;Adopt Resolution(s)
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Rehabilitation Grant for 701 Bluff Street-MVM Memo City Manager Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
GrantAgreement Supporting Documentation
Resolution Resolutions
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Proposed Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Award for 701 Bluff Street
DATE: October 11, 2020
Economic Development Director Jill Connors recommends City Council approval of a
Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Award to Ken Lin for a Fa�ade Grant and Planning &
Design Grant in a combined maximum amount of$19,000. Mr. Lin plans to create a
Dumpling Factory & Brewery restaurant at 701 Bluff Street.
The Good Neighbor inquiry on this owner and property produced no issues.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Mic ael C. Van Milligen
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cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Jill M. Connors, Economic Development Director
Dubuque Economic Development
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Jill M. Connors, Economic Development Director
SUBJECT: Proposed Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Award for 701 Bluff Street
DATE: October 8, 2020
INTRODUCTION
This memo presents for your concurrence a project selected for a rehabilitation grant
award for FY2021.
BACKGROUND
The Downtown Rehabilitation Loan Program provides several incentives from the
Economic Development Department for the rehabilitation of historic buildings in our
greater downtown.
This program has had a positive impact on the appearance and livability of our
downtown, which leads to a more attractive business and residential environment. The
Economic Development Department also finds these programs to be great tools for
attracting and retaining a quality workforce for our businesses.
DISCUSSION
For this property, staff have perFormed a "Good Neighbor Inquiry" with Building
Services, Engineering, Finance, Health, Housing, Legal, Planning, Police, Public Works,
and Utility Billing for any concerns based on these or other properties owned by the
applicant. The Good Neighbor Inquiry on this owner and property produced no issues.
Application received August 20, 2019 for the Fa�ade Grant and Planning & Design
Grant.
The building owner, Ken Lin, plans to create a Dumpling Factory & Brewery restaurant
in the building. The work depicted and described in Lin's application were reviewed and
approved by the Historic Preservation Commission on June 18, 2020. Funding these
fa�ade and Planning & Design Grants would align with the City Council's goal of Vibrant
Community: Healthy and Safe.
I recommend funding the Farade Grant and the Planning & Design Grant for a
combined $19,000 maximum from CIP 2411942. The funds for this project were
encumbered in FY20. There is no impact to the current FY21 budget.
RECOMMENDATION/ ACTION STEP
I recommend approval of the proposed grant award in the amount detailed above.
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Prepared by: Jill Connors, Economic Development, 1300 Main Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4393
Return to: Jill Connors, Economic Development, 1300 Main Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4393
RESOLUTION NO. 318-20
APPROVING A GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND K&L LEASING, LLC FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF 701 BLUFF STREET
Whereas, K&L Leasing, LLC has applied to the Economic Development
Department for a Facade Grant and a Planning & Design Grant (the Grants) for the
rehabilitation of property at 701 Bluff Street in the City of Dubuque, Iowa (the Project);
and
Whereas, the Project is eligible for the Grants; and
Whereas, it is the determination of the City Council that approval of the Grant
Agreement for redevelopment of the Property by K&L Leasing, LLC, according to the
terms and conditions set out in the Grant Agreement, is in the public interest of the City
of Dubuque.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The Grant Agreement between the City of Dubuque and K&L Leasing,
LLC, a copy of which is attached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Grant
Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque and the City Clerk is authorized and directed
to attest to his signature.
Section 3. The City Manager is authorized to take such actions as are necessary
to comply with the terms of the Grant Agreement as herein approved.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th day of October 2020.
Roy D. Buq'Mayor
Attest:
Ke�y� S. Firnstahl ,tity'Glerk
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GRANT AGREEMENT
FOR THE DOWNTOWN REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
AND
K&L LEASING
cHIS GRANT AGREEMENT (the "Agreement"), dated for reference purposes the
J day of October, 2020, by and between the City of Dubuque, Iowa a municipality
established pursuant to the Code of Iowa ("City") and acting under the authorization of
Chapter 403 of the Code of Iowa (the "Urban Renewal Act") and K&L Leasing, LLC
("Grant Recipient"),
WHEREAS, in furtherance of, the objectives of the Urban Renewal Act, City has
undertaken a program for the ;development and redevelopment of an area in the city
known as the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District (the "District"), an urban renewal
area established pursuant to the Urban Renewal Act, and in connection therewith has
established the Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Program (the "Program"); and
WHEREAS, Grant Recipient intends to complete the renovation and rehabilitation
of a building located on property within the District locally known as 701 Bluff Street,
Dubuque, Iowa (the "Development Property"), which will include various improvements to
the building, as more specifically detailed in Grant Recipient's application to the Program
(the "Project"); and
WHEREAS, Grant Recipient has applied for a Facade Grant and a Planning &
Design Grant for the Project from City under the Program in amounts collectively up to
Nineteen Thousand Dollars ($19,000) (the "Grant"), the terms of which are set forth in this
Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes that the development of the Development
Property pursuant to this Agreement and the fulfillment generally of this Agreement, are
in the vital and best interests of City and in accord with the public purposes and provisions
of the applicable state and local laws and requirements under which the Project has been
undertaken and is being assisted.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and obligations of the parties
hereto, each of them does hereby covenant and agree with the other as follows:
SECTION 1. MINIMUM IMPROVEMENTS,
1.1. Required Minimum Improvements. Grant Recipient shall improve the Development
Property as follows:
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(the 'Minimum Improvements"). The Minimum Improvements shall be completed in
substantial conformity with the scope and scale described in Grant Recipient's Application
to the Program attached hereto as Exhibit B.
1.2. Timing of Minimum Improvements. Grant Recipient shall begin construction of the
Minimum Improvements by November 1, 2020 and complete construction of the Minimum
Improvements by April 30, 2020. City shall determine in its sole discretion, following an
inspection by City's Building Services Department and/or Planning Department, when the
Minimum Improvements have been completed. In order to be considered completed, the
Minimum Improvements must be constructed in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement, in compliance with the regulations of the Program, and in substantial
conformity with Grant Recipient's Application Design Letter.
1.3 Certificate of Completion. Promptly following the request of Grant Recipient and
upon determination by the City Manager that the Minimum Improvements have been
completed as required by this Agreement, the City Manager shall furnish Grant Recipient
with a Certificate of Completion in recordable form which shall . be a conclusive
determination of the satisfaction and termination of the agreements and covenants in this
Agreement.
1.4. Construction of Minimum Improvements. Grant Recipient shall complete all work
with respect to construction of the Minimum Improvements in conformance with all
requirements of the Program, this Agreement, and all federal, state, and local laws,
ordinances, and regulations.
1.5. Insurance.
(1) Developer shall provide and maintain or cause to be maintained at all times
during the process of constructing the Minimum Improvements and at its sole cost
and expense builder's risk insurance, written on a Completed Value Form in an
amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the building (including Minimum
Improvements) replacement value when construction is completed. Coverage
shall include the "special perils" form and developer shall furnish City with proof of
insurance in the form of a certificate of insurance.
(2) Grant Recipient shall notify City immediately in the case of damage
exceeding $50,000.00 in amount to, or destruction of, the Development Property
or any portion thereof resulting from fire or other casualty. Net proceeds of any
such insurance (Net Proceeds), shall be paid directly to Grant Recipient as its
interests may appear, and Grant Recipient shall forthwith repair, reconstruct and
restore the Development Property to substantially the same or an improved
condition or value as it existed prior to the event causing such damage and, to the
extent necessary to accomplish such repair, reconstruction and restoration, Grant
Recipient shall apply the Net Proceeds of any insurance relating to such damage
received by Grant Recipient to the payment or reimbursement of the costs thereof,
subject, however, to the terms of any mortgage encumbering title to the Property,
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as its interests may appear. Grant Recipient shall complete the repair,
reconstruction and restoration of the Development Property whether or not the Net
Proceeds of Insurance received by Grant Recipient for such purposes are
sufficient.
SECTION 2. FURTHER COVENANTS OF GRANT RECIPIENT.
2.1. Operation of Development Property: Housing Vouchers. For and in consideration
of the Grant offered under this Agreement, during the operation of the Development
Property as a rental residential property, Grant Recipient shall accept, or cause to be
accepted, applications from prospective tenants with housing vouchers issued under the
U.S. HUD's Section 8 voucher program or a similar program who are otherwise qualified
prospective tenants. Developer shall not deny any tenant a lease based on a public
assistance source of income. A public assistance source of income means income and
support derived from any tax supported federal, state or local funds, including, but not
limited to, social security, supplemental security income, temporary assistance for
needy families, family investment program, general relief, food stamps, and
unemployment compensation, housing choice voucher subsidies and similar rent
subsidy programs. This Section 4.2 shall survive the termination of this Agreement. If
Developer, or Developer's successors or assigns violates the requirements of this
Section 2.1 as determined by the City Manager in the City Manager's sole discretion
after the termination of this Agreement, Developer or Developer's successors or assigns
shall not be eligible for any City financial assistance programs.
2.2. Real Property Taxes. Grant Recipient shall pay or cause to be paid, when due, all
real property taxes and assessments payable with respect to all and any parts of the
Development Property.
2.3. No Other Exemptions. Until the Termination Date, Grant Recipient agrees not to
apply for any state or local property tax exemptions, except for an application for urban
revitalization tax abatement under Iowa Code Chapter 404 and 427, which are available
with respect to the Development Property or the Minimum Improvements located thereon
that may now be, or hereafter become, available under state law or city ordinance during
the term of this Agreement.
2.4. Non -Discrimination. In carrying out the Project, Grant Recipient shall not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or tenant because of
race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or
disability.
SECTION 3. DOWNTOWN REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM.
3.1. Facade Grant. City agrees to provide Grant Recipient a Grant not to exceed Ten
Thousand Dollars ($10,000) for documented costs that improve the overall appearance
of the Development Property, provided the Project as completed meets the criteria of the
Facade Grant Program.
3.2 Planning and Design Grant. City agrees to provide a matching (1:1) grant not to
exceed Nine Thousand Dollars ($9000) to reimburse Developer for documented
predevelopment costs, architectural and engineering fees and other authorized soft costs
associated with the rehabilitation of the Property on the terms and conditions set forth in
the attached Design Letter.
3.3. Payment of the Grant. The Grant shall be payable as follows:
(1) Any and all portions of the Grant shall be funded solely and only from
available Program funds;
(2) Prior to the release of any grant funds, (i) Grant Recipient shall have
submitted documentation of its eligible expenses under the corresponding grant
program, and (ii) City shall have issued a Certificate of Completion; and
(3) The Grant funds shall be disbursed directly to Grant Recipient.
SECTION 4. EVENTS OF DEFAULT; REMEDIES.
4.1, Events of Default Defined. Failure by Grant Recipient to substantially observe or
perform any covenant, condition, obligation, or agreement on its part to be observed or
performed under this Agreement shall be an "Event of Default."
4.2. Remedies on Default by Grant Recipient. Whenever any Event of Default occurs
and is continuing, City, as specified below, may take any one or more of the following
actions after the giving of written notice by City to Grant Recipient of the Event of Default,
but only if the Event of Default has not been cured within thirty (30) days following such
notice, or if the Event of Default cannot be cured within thirty (30) days and Grant
Recipient does not provide assurances to City that the Event of Default will be cured as
soon as reasonably possible thereafter:
(1) City may suspend its performance under this Agreement, including
suspension of the payment of any installment of the Grant to Grant Recipient, until
it receives assurances from Grant Recipient deemed adequate by City, that Grant
Recipient will cure its default and continue its performance under this Agreement;
(2) City may terminate this Agreement; or
(3) City may take any action, including legal, equitable, or administrative action,
which may appear necessary or desirable to enforce performance and observance
of any obligation, agreement, or covenant under this Agreement.
4.3. No Remedy Exclusive. No remedy herein conferred upon or reserved to City is
intended to be exclusive of any other available remedy or remedies, but each and every
such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given
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under this Agreement or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute, No
delay or omission to exercise any right or power accruing upon any default shall Impair
any such right or power or shall be construed to be a waiver thereof, but any such right
and power may be exercised from time to time and as often as may be deemed expedient.
4.4. ,No implied Waiver, In the event any agreement contained in this Agreement should
be breached by any party and thereafter waived by any other party, such waiver shall be
limited to the particular breach so waived and shall not be deemed to waive any other
concurrent, previous or subsequent breach hereunder.
SECTION 5. MISCELLANEOUS.
5.1 Conflict of Interest. Grant Recipient represents and warrants that, to its best
knowledge and belief after due inquiry, no officer or employee of City, or its designees or
agents, nor any consultant or member of the, governing body of City, and no other public
official of City who exercises or has exercised any functions or responsibilities with
respect to the Project during his or her tenure, or who Is in a position to participate in a
decision -making process or gain insider information with regard to the Project, has had
or shall have any interest, director indirect, in any contract or subcontract, or the proceeds
thereof, for work or services to be performed in connection with the Project, or in any
activity, or benefit therefrom, which is part of the Project at any time during or after such
person's tenure.
5.2. Grants, Notices, and Demands. A grant payment, notice, demand; or other
communication under this Agreement by any party to the other shall be sufficiently given
or delivered if it is dispatched by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return
receipt requested, or delivered personally, and
(1) In the case of Grant Recipient, is addressed and delivered personally to
K&L Leasing, LLC, 1103 1,4 Iowa Street, Dubuque, IA 52001; and
(2) In the case of City, is addressed and delivered personally to the City of
Dubuque at City Hall, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, iA 52001; Attn: City Manager
and City Attorney.
or to such other designated individual or officer or to such other address as any party
shall have furnished to the other in writing in accordance herewith.
5.3, Titles of Sections. Any titles of the several parts and Sections of this Agreement
are inserted for convenience of reference only and shall be disregarded in construing or
interpreting any of its provisions,
5,4, Definitions. All capitalized terms used herein shall have the meaning defined
herein, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context.
5,5. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of unterparts,
each of which shall constitute one and the same instrumen
5.6. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of Iowa.
5.7. Amendment. This Agreement may not be amended except by a subsequent
writing signed by the parties hereto.
5.8. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement is intended to and shall inure to the
benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors and
assigns.
5.9. Termination Date. This Agreement shall terminate and be of no further force or
effect upon issuance of the Certificate of Completion, unless the Agreement is terminated
earlier by the other terms of this Agreement.
5.10. No Third-Partv Beneficiaries. No rights or privileges of either party hereto shall
inure to the benefit of any landowner, tenant, contractor, subcontractor, material supplier,
or any other person or entity, and no such landowner, tenant, contractor, subcontractor,
material supplier, or any other person or entity shall be deemed to be a third -party
beneficiary of any of the provisions contained in this Agreement.
5.11. Indemnification. Grant Recipient hereby agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold
harmless City against any claims made by Grant Recipient, or any third party relating to
or arising out of this Agreement, including costs, expenses, or attorneys' fees.
5.12. No Assignment; Non-Transferabilitv. Following the execution of this Agreement
and until the Termination Date:
(1) Grant Recipient represents and agrees that it will not transfer, convey or
make any assignment of any of its rights or interests in the Development Property,
Minimum Improvements, or this Agreement to any other party unless: (i) the
transferee partnership, corporation, or individual assumes in writing all of the
obligations of Grant Recipient under this Agreement, and (ii) City consents thereto
in writing in advance thereof; and
(2) Grant Recipient represents and agrees that it will not assign its rights or
interests in this Agreement, including the Grant, to any other party unless City
consents thereto in writing in advance thereof.
CITY OF DUBd QUE, IOWA K&L LEAS! G, L C
By:
By:
RoyD.,'.of, Mayor Ken Lin, Owner
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EXHIBIT A
DESIGN LETTER
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
FROM: Chris Happ Olson, Assistant Planner C�-t�
SUBJECT: Fa�ade Grant: 701 Bluff Street; Applicant Ken Lin
DATE: September 25, 2020
Introduction
This memorandum forwards the requested design review for work funded with a Fa�ade
Grant for the property located at 701 Bluff Street.
Backqround
The City of Dubuque Architectural Guidelines, Secretary of the Interior Standards for
Rehabilitation and applicable Technical Preservation Services Preservation Briefs
published by the National Park Service apply to this project.
Discussion
The scope of work depicted and described in the drawings and application to the
Historic Preservation Commission (HPC), reviewed by the HPC on June 18, 2020, and
which a Notice of Decision was made, is recommended for approval as submitted.
Those said materials are attached as an addendum.
Requirements
The project, if done in accordance with the described scope of work and drawings will
meet the applicable guidelines and standards and is recommended for approval in
terms of design review. Any deviation from the approved scope of work must be
reviewed and approved by the Economic Development and Planning Services
Departments prior to initiation. It is the property owner's responsibility to read and
understand the terms of approval as well as ensure compliance with the project
requirements. It is the property owner's responsibility to obtain the necessary
building permits prior to starting work. It is the property owner's responsibility to
ensure all contractors understand and properly execute all expectation of the
project. Failure to comply with the approved scope of work will result in forfeiture
of all funding.
In Closinq
We appreciate the applicant's investment to improve this historic structure and continue
its use into the 21St Century. The work improves Dubuque's historic building stock and
the use of the building contributes to Dubuque and the Cathedral Historic District.
APPENDIX:
• Compiled HPC application, staff report, and notice of decision
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
NOTICE OF DECISION TO APPLICANT
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
APPLICANT: Ken Lin; K&L Leasing, LLC
LOCATION: 701 Bluff Street
DISTRICT: Cathedral National Register Historic District, Cathedral Local Historic
District, and Downtown Neighborhood Conservation District
DATE OF PUBLIC MEETING/DECISION: June 18, 2020
The Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Dubuque, lowa hereby renders and gives
notice of its decision on the above-cited application in conformance with Title 16, Chapter 10 of
the Unified Development Code.
APPLICATION: The applicant seeks a fa�ade grant and Certificate of Appropriateness to
proceed with rehabilitation and a replacement addition toward the rear of the structure.
PUBLIC MEETING: After notice, as required by law, a Public Meeting was held on June 18,
2020. Minutes of the meeting and copies of materials submitted in evidence and this notice of
decision are on file in the Office of Planning Services, City Hall, Dubuque, lowa.
FINDINGS: Based on the specific information presented at the Public Meeting and contained in
the application, and in accordance with the applicable standards of review in the Unified
Development Code, the Commission has determined that the application meets the standards
for granting a certificate of appropriateness as required by Title 16, Chapter 10 of the Unified
Development Code.
DECISION: By a vote of 7-0, as indicated in the minutes, the Historic Preservation Commission
approved the request as presented. Expiration date is one year from the date of issuance.
APPEALS FROM COMMISSION ACTION: As stated in Title 16, Chapter 10 of the Unified
Development Code, an aggrieved party may appeal the Commission's action to the City Council
by filing a notice of appeal with the Planning Services Department within thirty (30) days from
the date of notice of the commission's action. Upon filing of a notice of appeal, the Planning
Services Department shall immediately transmit such notice and the record of the action before
the Commission to the City Clerk. On appeal, the City Council shall consider only the record of
the action before the Commission. No new matter may be considered. The city council shall
consider whether the commission has exercised its powers and followed the guidelines
established by law and this chapter, and whether the Commission's action was patently arbitrary
or capricious. The City Council may affirm or reverse the Commission's action, or may refer the
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matter back to the Commission for such further action as may be appropriate. The City Clerk
shall give written notice of the City Council's decision on appeal within seven (7) days of the City
Council's decision to the appellant and the Historic Preservation Commission. An appellant who
is not satisfied by the decision of the City Council may appeal within sixty (60) days of the City
Council's decision to the District Court for Dubuque County, pursuant to lowa Code section
303.34.
Filed in the Office of Planning Services Department on the 24th day of June, 2020.
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PLANNING APPLICATION FORM
�Variance ❑Preliminary Plat ❑Simple Subdivision ❑Certifcate of Appropriateness
❑Conditional Use Permit ❑MaJor Final Plat ❑Text Amendment �Advisory Design Review(Public Projects)
❑Appeal ❑Minor Final Plat ❑Temporary Use Permit ❑Certificate of Economic Non-Viability
❑Special Exception OSimple Site Plan ❑Annexation ❑Historic Designation
❑Limited Setback Waiver ❑Minor Site Plan ❑Historic Revolving Loan ❑Demolition
❑Rezoning/PUD/ID ❑Major Site Plan ❑Historic Housing Grant ❑Port of Dubuque/Chaplain Schmitt Island
Design Review
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Propertyowner(s): K & L L@aSiflg, LLC (Ken Lin) phone:
ndd�es ciry: DUbuque state: �A Z;P;52001
Fax #: Cell #: E-mail:
Applicant/Agent: Phone:
Address: City: State: Zip:
Fax#: Cell#: E-mail:
Site location/address:7O� BIUff Stl'2et r,e;9nbo�nooa n5so��ar�o�: Jackson Park
Existing zoning: C4 Proposed zoning: n�a o�scr��c:Jackson Park Landmark: ❑Yes � No
Legal Description (Sidwell parcel ID#or lo[number/block number/subdivision); LOT i-2-2-CITY LOT 653 LOT i-3-CITY LOT 653A
Total property(lot)area(square feet or acres): •O5 aCC2S; 2,225 S F
Describe proposal and reason necessary(attach a letter of explanation, if needed):
Removal of second story enclosed porch and addition of frst Floor enclosed room; soffit repair and/or replacement;window
restoration and/or replacement; painting
CERTIFICATION: I/we,the undersigned, do hereby certify/acknowledge that:
1.It is the property owner's responsibility to locate property lines and to review the abstract for easements and restrictive
covenants.
2,The information submitted herein is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and upon submittal betomes public
record;
3. Fees are not refundable and payment does not guarantee approval; and �
4.All additional required written and graphic materials are attached.
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DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT
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1) Please describe your project, indicating the existing materials and their condition
and the reason for the proposed work:
Please see attached plan for work at rear of structure, removing second floor porch
and replacing with a first floor addition and rooftop deck. Additionally, plans include
repair and replacement as necessary of soffit and fascia; repair/restoration or
replacement as necessary of windows; painting of windows, trim and other wood
features; and re-pointing mortar, using soft lime-based mortar to prevent damage to �
bricks. �
2) Please indicate the type of construction materials to be used in this project:
All repair/replacement work to be done with same materials, style, type, size and
profile of original historic material at front facade. If window replacement at rear of
structure over new addition is necessary, use the same style, type, size, profile in
aluminum clad construction. New addition to have cement board siding and pvc or
composite trim, all brush-painted. New paneled steel door. New aluminum clad
windows.
�3) What alternative remedies have you considered to solve your problem or meet your
needs?
i n/a - this is the preferred scope of work
4) What is your timeline for completion of the proposed project?
5) What is the estimated project cost?
6) Will you do the work yourself, or use a contractor? Please provide name of
contractor.
7) Any other information or comments?
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Signature Date
From: Ken Lin
To: Christine Happ Olson
Subject: Re: HPC Application
Date: Monday,June 8,2020 4:45:06 PM
4) compression September 30, 2020
5) estimated cost for the project $30,000.
6) I would do most the work myself.
On Mon, Jun 8, 2020 at 3:46 PM Christine Happ Olson<colson(a�cit�ofdubuc�ue.org>wrote:
Hi Ken,
I am reviewing your application and there is some missing information. Could you please
answer the following questions so the Historic Preservation Commission can review your
request?
Here are the c�uestions:
4) What is your timeline for completion of the proposed project?
5) What is the estimated project cost?
6) Will you do the work yourself, or use a contractor? Please provide name of contractor.
7) Any other information or comments?
Please note that Fa�ade Grant program will require bids to be presented for evaluation,
although it is not a requirement for review with HPC.
Thank you,
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Christine Happ Olson
Assistant Planner
City of Dubuque
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DESIGN REVIEW STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: June 18, 2020
Property Address: 701 Bluff Street
Property Owner: K & L Leasing
Applicant: Ken Lin
Project: Fa�ade rehabilitation and new enclosed side porch
District: Cathedral local and National Register Historic Districts
Downtown Neighborhood Historic District
Style: Queen Anne/2nd Empire Landmark: No
Funding: Fa�ade Grant Date Built: prior to1888 Land Use: Residential C4
Level of Siqnificance: Level of Rehabilitation:
0 City/State/National (Kriviskey Neighborhood 1979) 0 fa�ade restoration
� Contributing (Cathedral National Register District) replace addition
0 Contributing (Cathedral Historic District 2004)
Physical Characteristics:
The 2004 lowa Site Inventory Form states the description of the property:
Th�is properky i� loceted in the �athedral Hi�tarrc Di�trrck. �tylerl'�er: 1888, �ueen Anne;�econd
Empir��ouble hous��r du�lex (farmer�mbodied in#he ori�les and turret ca�s, th� c�ntral pa�dion.
and th� classical el�ments in the friezes, the latter in th�akti� mar�sard form_
D�signerJB�il�i�r: Thom�s T. C�rkeek, �r�hitect (��rrrrr�er, �. 96; a�b�q�e �f T�day, 1897}.
Phy�ical Descri�tion: tvro-s#ary side gable r�c#angular plan (30x41, centered lwo-story r�ar brickwing.
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oriale spandrels and�lassical designs the pa+�ih�n and parch pediment fronts. There is a rear wing
with south-fronting sid�porch along the south si�e. One fire�lac�in each unit_
Alter�tions� very �rell pres�r�red. Permits note re-roafings in 194'I (��'I}, 198� {flat raofj, remove and
replace re�r�tairs on briek ofFiCe 1�8�, replaCe Strin�erS ofFiCe 1�9�,
Lar�d�capin��ettint�: I�+�el parcel �vith east-frontin� building, hillsid�at west end likel� prevent�d rear
p�rches, forcin� porch�es to the side af th�e plan.
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Historical Records:
Multiple surveys over time have documented this structure. See the attached
compilation of reports. Additionally, the following determinations were made as part of
those surveys:
Kriviskey Survey 1978/79
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contemporary images, it retains much of it's distinctive details. Some of the only
changes were the removal of the awnings and a simplification of the handrails and new
newel posts at sidewalk level of the porch.
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unclear whether the 1884 structure is the same building in 1891. The structure was
photographed in 1888, predating it to that time. Most of the changes over the years
include removal of accessory or attached structures at the rear. The southern 2nd story
porch appears by 1950. Use changes from dwelling to flats to stores over the years.
Top row: 1884 & 1891; Middle row: 1907 & 1950; Bottom row: 1964 & 1970
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Narrative Statement of Siqnificance:
The 2004 lowa Site Inventory Form states the significance of the property:
5pecial Signifiicar�ce; Edward M. Healey �uplex{Sommer says Gearge W Heaiey as does Dubug�e of
T�day3.
Or�ginai Qwn�rlBuilder: H�ai�y built a twn-s#ory dwel(ing with Mansard rnaf at tl�� h�ad of 7`� Str�et nn
Bluff for�2,Od0 in 1888 (Herald, ❑ecemt�er 23, 1888}.
Building History: Healey was a clerk for Christman& Healey as o� 1893 and resided here.
George W. Healy and the J. R. Goadrich Esta�e owned this prope�ty wh�n if was sewered (June 14,
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The south half at least was ovuner-occupied as ofi'[955, with a vacant second Floor. Lavina 5teinbach
orrvned 7p3 fvr 35 years as of 1955. She sald i# in 19�2. She ren�ed sleeping raoms for$S.00Q�eek[y.
1899 directary lists G. W. Healy at 701; A.L. Pizer andMrs..I. Hyde at 7Q3.
The report lists the structure as a contributing building, eligible for the National Register
under criterion C, stating the property has distinctive architectural characteristics.
Staff Analysis: The applicant Ken Lin, of K & L Leasing LLC, is seeking approval
through a Certificate of Appropriateness for restoration work on the street fa�ade and
replacement of a pre-1950 addition along the rear, south fa�ade. Improvements include
repair of existing wood windows and casements, trim repair, and re-pointing the farade.
The applicant has opted to repair as possible and replace when necessary, proposing
that rear and south farade toward the rear utilizing aluminum clad if replacement is
needed. An addition towards the rear on the south fa�ade is proposed, with a balcony
above. The new addition is diminutive to the existing structure and is built over the
footprint of an existing addition. The new structure uses sympathetic design with
clapboarding and dentil molding, with contemporary materials. The applicant seeks to
utilize a Fa�ade Grant through the City's Economic Development Department for the
project.
The Commission is charged with evaluating the applicant's request on its own merit, in
relationship to the Architectural Guidelines.
Relationship to Architectural Guidelines:
(page numbers are referenced as appropriate and an excerpt of the guidelines are
attached: Cover, Pages 11, 14-15, 18-21). Also included is the City of Dubuque's
Window Adopted Policy.
Which Areas are Most Sensitive to Preserve? (pg. 11)
For most historic resources, the front wall is the most important to preserve intact.
Alterations are rarely appropriate. Many side walls are also important to preserve
where they are highly visible from the street. By contrast, portions of a side wall not
as visible may be less sensitive to change. The rear wall is usually the least
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important (excepting free-standing, individual landmarks or certain civic and
industrial buildings), and alterations can occur more easily without causing negative
effects to the historic significance of the property.
This guideline is being followed. The front fa�ade is remarkably intact. The applicant
proposes repairing trim, windows, casement and re-pointing as necessary, with
replacement only when needed and in-kind with the same size, style, profile, and
materials. The new addition and potential replacement windows are set at the rear
half of the structure, where the building is recessed from the front half, making the
changes less noticeable from the public right of way.
General Rehabilitation (pg. 14-15)
Policy: Architectural details and features help establish the significance of historic
structures and should be preserved. The method of preservation that requires the
least intervention is preferred.
1.1 Preserve significant architectural details and features.
The project meets this guideline.
1.2Avoid adding elements or details that were not part of the original building.
The project does not add details to the main fa�ade of the structure, but does
propose an addition with new design. It is clearly a new addition, but is done in a
somewhat similar fashion as the removed non-original addition, going back over the
same footprint and using similar design (clapboarded with ribbon windows). The
structure does not entirely mimic the historic fa�ade, but is sympathetic in design.
1.3 Repair only those features that are deteriorated.
The project meets this guideline.
HISTORIC BUILDING MATERIALS (pg. 18-22)
Policy:
Original building materials are key features of historic buildings and should be
preserved in place whenever feasible. If the material is damaged, limited replacement to
match the original should be considered. Preserving original building materials and
limiting replacement to only pieces which are deteriorated beyond repair reduces the
demand for, and environmental impacts for the production of new materials.
1.8 Preserve original building materials. (pg. 18)
The historic, largely intact fa�ade is being maintained appropriately. Replacement of
a non-original addition is done in a way that is sympathetic to the original design.
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Using Alternative Materials on a Historic Structure (pg. 20)
The design guidelines sometimes refer to the use of alternative materials when
describing the appropriate treatment of historic building features and components
such as moldings, windows, siding and other architectural details.
The proposed project follows this guideline, in regards to location and use on a new
part of the structure. Replacement materials are proposed near the rear of the
structure, on a footprint recessed from the main structure. Contemporary materials
are proposed for the new addition, which replaces the non-original addition at this
location.
(Guideline continuation, pg. 21)
1.12 Brick or stone that was not painted historically should not be painted.
1.13 Repair deteriorated primary building materials by patching, piecing-in,
consolidating or otherwise reinforcing the material.
1.14 Repoint mortar joints where there is evidence of deterioration.
The project meets these guidelines, repairing as possible and replacing when
necessary. Re-pointing mortar is specified, as needed.
Window Policy (attached)
The policy outlines preservation first and replacement in-kind as an alternative,
following the same type, size, style, shape and material, especially toward the rear
of the structure. Different standards are used for supporting or contributing buildings
as opposed to those identified as City/State/National significance, like this structure.
The project meets the window policy, focusing on repair of existing historic windows
and casements at the front/east and side/south facades. At the rear portion of the
side/south, where a new addition is proposed, ribbon windows typical of an enclosed
porch are proposed in aluminum clad, which is acceptable for a new addition.
Window replacement at the rear/west fa�ade, facing the bluff, is outside the scope of
the review because it is not visible from the public right of way.
Following our Architectural Guidelines (pg. 11), the Commission should place most
importance on the front/east fa�ade, (location A]; the next priority should be on the
side/south fa�ade closest toward Bluff Street�location 8]; the last priority should be
on the rear portion of the side/south fa�ade, closer toward the bluff�location C]. The
Commission does not review that which is not visible from the public right of way, in
this case, the rear/west fa�ade facing the bluff�location D].
Role of the Commission: The commission considers each design review on the merits
of the individual case, with due deliberation given to each proposed change(s) and its
sympathetic relationship to the specific historic setting, architectural or historic
significance, extent of previous alteration, use of original materials and quality of design
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of the existing structure or site. Commission approval of an alteration or activity does
not establish a binding precedent for future commission action, but may constitute an
additional factor to be considered in subsequent design reviews involving the same type
of alteration or activity.
The commission should consider the factors of architectural style, scale, mass,
arrangement, texture, materials, and any other pertinent factors. The proposed work
must be appropriate for and must restore, preserve, or enhance features of buildings or
structures. The proposed work should not adversely affect the exterior architectural
features of the building or structure, nor shall the proposed work adversely affect the
character or special historical, architectural or aesthetic value of the property and its
setting.
In determining whether to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness, the Commission
should consider whether the proposed activity will have a substantial adverse effect on
the aesthetic, historic or architectural significance and value of either the property itself
or of the neighboring improvements in a district. The City of Dubuque Architectural
Guidelines serves as the standard for that review.
An applicant may appeal the commission's action to the city council by filing a notice of
appeal with the planning services department within thirty (30) days from the date of
notice of the commission's action. Upon filing of a notice of appeal, the planning
services department will immediately transmit such notice and the record of the action
before the commission to the city clerk. On appeal, the city council will consider only the
record of the action before the commission. No new matter may be considered. The city
council will consider whether the commission has exercised its powers and followed the
guidelines established by law and City Code, and whether the commission's action was
patently arbitrary or capricious.
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Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 31-00852 ❑ New � Supplemental
State Historical Society of lowa � Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.)
(December 1, 1999) Relationship: � Contributing ❑ Noncontributing
❑ Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries
National Register Status:(any that apply) ❑ Listed ❑ De-listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE
9-Digit SHPO Review& Compliance Number
❑ Non-Extant (enter year)
1. Name of Property
historic name Georqe W. Healev Duplex
other names/site number
2. Location
street & number 701-703 Bluff
city or town Dubuque ❑ vicinity, county Dubuque
Legal Description:(If Rural)Township Name Township No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter
(If Urban) Subdivision Block(s) Lot(s) see below
3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section]
4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section]
5. Classification
Category of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Pro ert
� building(s) If Non-Eligible Property If Eligible Property, enter number of.�
❑ district Enter number of: Contributin Noncontributin
❑ site 0 buildings 1 0 buildings
❑ structure _ sites _ _ sites
❑ object _ structures _ _ structures
objects objects
0 Total 1 0 Total
Name of related project report or multiple property study(Enter"N/A"if the property is not part of a multiple property examination).
Title Historical Architectural Data Base Number
The Architectural and Historical Resources of Dubuque, 1833-1955 N/A
6. Function or Use
HIStOCIC FUIICtIO11S (Enter categories from instructions) CUCC@Ilt FUIICtIO11S (Enter categories from instructions)
01 B-multiple Dwellinq 01 B-multipleDwellinq
7. Description
A1"ChlteCtul"11 C11SSIfIC1t1011 (Enter categories from instructions) M1t@CI11S (Enter categories from instructions)
05-Late Victorian/05D-Queen Anne/05C-2�d Empire foundation Stone
walls brick
roof Asphalt
other
Narrative Description (� SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS,WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED)
8. Statement of Significance
Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark"x"representing your opinion of eligibility after applying relevant National Register criteria)
❑ Yes ❑ No � More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events.
❑ Yes ❑ No � More ResearCh ReCommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons.
� Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics.
❑ Yes ❑ No � More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history.
County Dubuque Address 701-703 Bluff Site Number 31-00852
City Dubuque District Number
Criteria Considerations
❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure.
for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property.
❑ B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past
❑ C A birthplace or grave. 50 years.
❑ D A cemetery
A1"e1S Of SIg111fIC111Ce (Enter categories from instructions) Significant Dates
Construction date
Architecture 1888 ❑ check if circa or estimated date
Other dates
Significant Person Architect/Builder
(Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect
N/A Carkeek, Thomas T.
Builder
Unknown
Narrative Statement of Significance (� SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED)
9. Major Bibliographical References
BIbllOgfaphy � See continuation sheet for citations of the books,articles,and other sources used in preparing this form
10. Geographic Data
UTM References(OPTIONA�)
' Zone ' Easting �forthing' Zone ' Easting Nor#hing >
1 ' 2
3 — 4 —
❑ See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments
11. Form Prepared By
name/title James E. Jacobsen
organization History Pays! Historic Preservation Consultinq Firm date June 15, 2004
street & number 4411 Inqersoll Avenue telephone 515-274-3625
city or town Des Moines state IA zip code 50312
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION (Submit the following items with the completed form)
FOR ALL PROPERTIES
1. Map:showing the property's location in a town/city or township.
2. Site plan:showing position of buildings and structures on the site in relation to public road(s).
3. Photographs: representative black and white photos. If the photos are taken as part of a survey for which the Society is to be
curator of the negatives or color slides, a photo/catalog sheet needs to be included with the negatives/slides and the following
needs to be provided below on this particular inventory site:
Roll/slide sheet# 7471 Frame/slot# 20 Date Taken Sept. 2003
Roll/slide sheet# Frame/slot# Date Taken
Roll/slide sheet# Frame/slot# Date Taken
❑ See continuation sheet or attached photo &slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries.
❑ Photos/illustrations without negatives are also in this site inventory file.
FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL
1. Farmstead&District:(List of structures and buildings, known or estimated year built, and contributing or non-contributing status)
2. Barn:
a. A sketch of the frame/truss configuration in the form of drawing a typical middle bent of the barn.
b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one side.
c. A sketch floor plan of the interior space arrangements along with the barn's exterior dimensions in feet.
State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) Use Only Below This Line
Concur with above suruey opinion on IUational Register eligibility: ❑ Yes ❑ Na ❑ More Research Recommended
❑ This is a IocaHy designated property or part of a IocaNy designated'distriet:
Comments:
Evaluated by(nameftitle): Date:
lowa Department of Cultural Affairs
State Historical Society of lowa Site Number 31-00852
lowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number
Continuation Sheet
Paqe 1
Georqe W. Healev Duplex Dubuque
Name of Property County
701-703 Bluff Dubuque
Address City
7. Narrative Description:
This property is located in the Cathedral Historic District. Style/Year: 1888, Queen Anne/Second
Empire double house or duplex (former embodied in the orioles and turret caps, the central pavilion,
and the classical elements in the friezes, the latter in the attic mansard form.
Designer/Builder: Thomas T. Carkeek, architect (Sommer, p. 96; Dubuque of Today, 1897).
Physical Description: two-story side gable rectangular plan (30x41, centered two-story rear brickwing,
33x32, matching rear side porches, 14x8) with mansard attic front, twin orioles (second floor base to
the top of the attic level) with turret roofs flank a two-story pedimented pavilion. The twin entries are
centered and grouped and a partial width pedimented porch with turned posts and bargeboard covers
the entry. There is a raised stone foundation and water table. Brick pilasters define the outer corner
edges. Brick belt courses (twin and parallel) mark the lintel level on the lower level and the sill level on
the upper floor. A rusticated stone belt course marks the base of the parapet. Oversized stone lintels
on the main floor cap two picture windows with triple-transom lights. Geometric inlays ornament the
oriole spandrels and Classical designs the pavilion and porch pediment fronts. There is a rear wing
with south-fronting side porch along the south side. One fireplace in each unit.
Alterations: very well preserved. Permits note re-roofings in 1941 (701), 1989 (flat roof), remove and
replace rear stairs on brick office 1986, replace stringers office 1992.
Landscaping/Setting: level parcel with east-fronting building, hillside at west end likely prevented rear
porches, forcing porches to the side of the plan.
8. Narrative Statement of Significance:
Special Significance; Edward M. Healey Duplex (Sommer says George W. Healey as does Dubuque of
Today).
Original Owner/Builder: Healey built a two-story dwelling with Mansard roof at the head of 7th Street on
Bluff for$2,000 in 1888 (Herald, December 23, 1888).
Building History: Healey was a clerk for Christman & Healey as of 1893 and resided here.
George W. Healy and the J. R. Goodrich Estate owned this property when it was sewered (June 14,
1902).
The south half at least was owner-occupied as of 1955, with a vacant second floor. Lavina Steinbach
owned 703 for 35 years as of 1955. She sold it in 1962. She rented sleeping rooms for$5.000 weekly.
1899 directory lists G. W. Healy at 701; A.L. Pizer andMrs. J. Hyde at 703.
lowa Department of Cultural Affairs
State Historical Society of lowa Site Number 31-00852
lowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number
Continuation Sheet
Paqe 2
Georqe W. Healev Duplex Dubuque
Name of Property County
701-703 Bluff Dubuque
Address City
9. Major Bibliographical References:
Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, 1884, 1891, 1909/36
Dubuque City Directories, 1902, 1915, 1925, 1934
Bruce Kriviskey, Dubuque, lowa--Architectural Survey 1978/1979, Atlas of City Wide and District
Survey Maps, Dubuque; n.p., c.1979
Dubuque County Assessor's Data
Newspapers and other primary sources as noted in the text above.
Historical photographs, Center For Dubuque History, Loras College
10. Additional Documentation:
Legal Description: Sub 2 of 2 City Lot 653-1, Sub 3 City Lot 653A-1 (south half), Sub 2-2 City Lot 653-
2, Sub 3 of City Lot 653A-2 (north half).
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Which Areas are the Most Sensitive to Preserve?
For most historic resources, the front wall is the most important to preserve intact.Alterations are rarely appropriate. Many side
walls are also important to preserve where they are highly visible from the street. By contrast, portions of a side wall not as visible
may be less sensitive to change. The rear wall is usually the least important(excepting free-standing, individual landmarks or
certain civic and industrial buildings), and alterations can occur more easily without causing negative effects to the historic signifi-
cance of the property.
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repair of features in Visible:A compat- Visible: Preserva- ible: A compatible vation and repair of
place is the priority. ible replacement tion is still preferretl; replacement or features in place is
This is especially or alteration however, a compatible alteration may be the priority. Some
important at the is acceptable. replacement or altera- acceptable when flexibility may be
street level and in Some flexibility in tion may be acceptable it is not visible to considered.
locations where the treatment may be when it is not visible to the public.A higher
feature is highly considered. the public. More flex- level of flexibility in
visible. ibility in treatment may treatment may be
be consitleretl. considered.
Introduction 11
General Rehabilitation
ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS AND FEATURES
Architectural details and features are often closely associated with specific building styles. Reference
the Architectural Styles Booklet when determining key features of a historic property.
Preserve
Guidelines:
1.1 Preserve significant architectural details and features.
i�i • Retain and treat exterior architectural details and features,
- and other examples of skilled craftsmanship with sensitivity.
'`���' • Do not remove or alter architectural details that are in good
f���� condition or that can be repaired.
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+- 1.2 Avoid adding elements or details that were not part of
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��-�,,,� �� . � the original building.
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��� A �''�;; For example, decorative millwork should not be added to
�__- `''�., �. ' � a building if it was not an original feature. Doing so would
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- convey a false history.
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� Historic Architectural Maintaining Historic
features Architectural Details and
— Historic architectural details and Features
�_�._ ,; features to consider include:
� ;�, � • Protect architectural details
���,_ . �— • Cornices and eaves and features from moisture
� ? � � • Moltlings and brackets accumulation that may cause
�� "`�'� • Storefronts damage.
y°""� � • Porches • Check features that can hold
� �� � � �.. • Loading docks moisture for long periods of time
�•:_�r--�--_.._� � � • Historic awnings to make sure they are draining
�� � � / • Columns appropriately.
�/ • Balustrades • Employ preventive maintenance
• Modillions and other surface measures such as rust removal,
ornamentation caulking and repainting.
Preserve significant architectural • windows, doors and surrounds
details and features. • Copper and slate roof materials
14 Chapter 1 Rehabilitation Guidelines for Historic Properties
Repair
Guidelines:
1.3 Repair only those features that are deteriorated.
• Patch, piece-in, splice, consolidate or otherwise upgrade �
existing materials, using recognized preservation methods
• Isolated areas of damage may be stabilized or fixed using
consolidants. Epoxies and resins may be considered for
wood repair.
• Removing damaged features that can be repaired is not
appropriate.
• Protect features that are adjacent to the area being worked eefore:A deteriorated railing should
on. be repaired rather than rep/aced.
1.4 When disassembly of a historic element is necessary for �
its rehabilitation, use methods that minimize damage to the
original materials.
• When disassembly of a historic feature is required during
rehabilitation, document its location so it may be repositioned
accurately. Always devise methods of replacing disassembled
details in their original configuration.
1.5 Use technical procedures for cleaning, refinishing and
After:A successfu/preservation effort
repairing architectural details that will maintain the original w��l result in a product shown in the
flnish. example above.
• Consult with the City of Dubuque for techniques that are
generally considered appropriate. ,
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• When choosing preservation treatments, use the gentlest
means possible that will achieve the desired results. y'ti r�;
• Employ treatments such as rust removal, caulking, limited \��-
paint removal and reapplication of paint or stain where -
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appropriate. '
When disassembly of a historic
feature is required in a rehabilitation
procedure, document its location so
that it may be repositioned accurately.
Chapter 1 Rehabilitation Guidelines for Historic Properties 15
HISTORIC BUILDING MATERIALS
Guidelines:
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� _ . , �,: �,;,�, 1.8 Preserve original building materials.
�` �� ';�'','!'i�;l • Do not remove original materials that are in good condition.
,,.:��.��__': � • Repair deteriorated primary building materials by patching,
� �:� �'�� '',i i�' piecing-in, consolidating or otherwise reinforcing the material.
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' �� 1. Protec wood fea ures from deterioration.
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Harsh cleaning methods such Provide proper drainage and ventilation to minimize rot.
as sandblasting can damage the �
historic materials and change their • Maintain protective coatings to retard drying and ultraviolet
appearance. damage. If the building was painted originally, it should
� _ - _ �� � � remain painted.
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.� 1.10 Use the gentlest means possible to clean the surface of a
,��� structure before repairs or improvements are made.
�"- ' • Perf rm t t t ht t rmin th tth I nin meth will
i o a es pa c o de e e a e c ea g od
�y -- cause no damage to the material surface. Many procedures
/ �' � can actually have an unanticipated negative effect upon
� building materials and result in accelerated deterioration or
_ _�.� _ F a loss of character.
�` '- -4,�����_'__^�, ; • Harsh cleaning methods, such as sandblasting, can damage
�:_:��
� the historic materials, changing their appearance. Such
- _ procedures are inappropriate.
Perform a test patch to determine • If cleaning is appropriate, a low pressure water wash is
that the cleaning method will cause preferred. Chemical cleaning may be considered if a test
no damage to the material surface. patch is first reviewed and negative effects are not found.
Many procedures can actually have
an unanticipated negative effect
upon building materials and result in
accelerated deterioration or a loss of
character.
18 Chapter 1 Rehabilitation Guidelines for Historic Properties
Maintaining Historic Materials Tip:
The primary historic building materials used in Dubuque inclutle masonry (brick, Some older siding materials may con-
mortar, stone, terra cotta, stucco, concrete), wood antl metal. Such materials shoultl tain hazardous substances, such as
be preserved and rehabilitated whenever possible.Appropriate treatments to protect asbestos or lead paint. Consult a pro-
specifics materials from deterioration inclutle: fessional before initiating work where
such materials are thought to exist.
Masonry Also see City of Dubuque Planning
• Maintain the natural uncovered water-protective layer(patina). Services Staff for more information.
• Do not paint(this can seal in moisture, which may cause extensive damage over
time).
• Repoint deterioratetl masonry mortarjoints with mortar that matches the strength,
composition, color and texture of the original.Also, duplicate the mortar joints in For More Information
width and profile. See web link to Preservation Brief
• Maintain masonry caps to insure proper tlrainage. 17:Architectural Character- Identi-
fying the Visual Aspects of Historic
Wood Buildings as an Aid to Preserving
� Maintain paint and other protective coatings to retartl deterioration and ultraviolet Character.
tlamage. http://www.nps.gov/tps/how-to-
• Provide proper tlrainage and ventilation. preserve/briefs/17-architectural-
• Use compatible paints. Some latex paints will not bond well to earlier oil-basetl character.htm
paints without a primer coat.
Metal
� Maintain protective coatings, such as paint, on exposed metals.
� Provide proper tlrainage. FOC MOP@ �I1fOCI11atI0n
See web link to Preservation Brief 16:
All Materials The Use of Substitute Materials on
� Epoxies antl resins may be consitleretl for wootl repair antl special masonry repair Historic Building Exteriors.
components also may be used. http://www.nps.gov/tps/how-to-pre-
• Use a low pressure water wash if cleaning is appropriate. Chemical cleaning may serve/briefs/16-substitute-materials.
be considered if a test patch is first reviewetl and negative effects are not found. htm
� Do not use harsh cleaning methotls, such as sandblasting, which can damage
historic materials, changing their appearance.
For More Information
See web link to Preservation Brief 1:
Assessing Cleaning and Water-Repel-
lent Treatments for Historic Masonry
Buildings
http://www.n ps.gov/tps/how-to-
preserve/briefs/1-cleaning-water-
repellent.htm
See web link to Preservation Brief 2:
Repointing Mortar Joints in Historic
Masonry Buildings
http://www.n ps.gov/tps/how-to-pre-
serve/briefs/2-repoint-mortar-joints.
htm
Chapter 1 Rehabilitation Guidelines for Historic Properties 19
Using Alternative Materials on a Historic Structure
The design guidelines sometimes refer to the use of alternative materials when describing the appropriate treatment of historic build-
ing features and components such as moldings, windows, siding and other architectural details.
An alternative material is one which is different from that used Durability.An alternative material shoultl have proven tlurability
originally for a specific application. Such materials may also in similar applications.While some new materials are very sturdy,
be called "substitute", "replacemenY', "synthetic" or"imitation" others may tlegratle quickly antl can be difficult to repair.
materials, antl can include:
Location. Up close, it is easier to itlentify some alternative
• Vinyl siding or fencing materials tlue to tlifferences in texture, finish and feel. Tapping
• PVC decking or fencing {� on a hollow plastic column or fence does not convey the same
• Aluminum siding � experience as the original. For this reason, locations that are
• HartliePlank sitling � ' more remote are better. Similarly, use of alternative materials
• Cementatious fiber sitling is more appropriate on non-primary fa�ades. See "Locating
• Spray-on coatings Fa�ade Improvements" on page 19 for more information.
• Synthetic stucco
• Panelized brick Cost. Some alternative materials are promotetl because their
• Other non-original materials initial costs appear to be less than repairing or replacing the
original. When the other qualities of appearance antl durability
are proven, then the less expensive option may be appropriate.
Substitute materials may also include materials used to replace However, long-term, "life cycle" costs should also be weighed.
historic architectural features such as a resin-cast cornice used Sometimes, the up-front saving is tleceptive.
in place of a stamped metal cornice. In other cases,an alterna-
tive material may be traditional when used for other applications, Environmental Impacts.The potential environmental impacts
but new for the particular detail being consitleretl. Using wood to of alternative materials shoultl also be considered including im-
replace an original stamped-metal cornice is an example. pacts associated with manufacture, transport, installation and
Alternative materials may be considered by the city on a case- ability to recycle.
by-case basis as replacement materials or for use on a new ad-
dition or new building in a historic district. The city will consider Interaction with Historic Building Materials. Some alterna-
factors inclutling: tive materials may interact negatively with historic materials.
For example, some metals may corrotle antl stain original
Potential Impact on Historic Significance. Removing original ma- materials and some window antl siding materials may expantl
terial tliminishes the integrity of a historic property by retlucing the and contract with temperature changes in ways that degrade
percentage of building fabric that remains from the period of historic Weather-protection properties.
significance. Retaining the original material is always preferred. If � � Alternative materials may be
this is not feasible,alternative materials may be consitlered.When � ~ considered for replacements
used,an alternative material should convey the character, including r on secondary elevations
detail and finish,of the original to the greatest extent feasible. � � where key features are not
affected. This cementatious
Appearance. An alternative material should have a simi- �� composite siding, which is
lar profile, texture and finish as the original material. Some ` located on a rear wall, is an
synthetic siding has an exaggeratetl, rusticatetl finish that is � example.
an inaccurate representation of original clapboard, and many
vinyl protlucts have a sheen that is out of character with that of
painted wootl and metal.
20 Chapter 1 Rehabilitation Guidelines for Historic Properties
1.11 Plan repainting carefully. .�..: ,
• Always prepare a good substrate. Remove damaged or � �
deteriorated paint only to the next intact layer, using the ,
gentlest means possible, prior to painting. _
• Use compatible paints. Some latex paints will not bond well
to earlier oil-based paints without a primer coat.
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1.12 Brick or stone that was not painted historically should _ -�4� � , ��
not be painted. ��i��.. , _,�-�y
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• Masonry naturally has a water-protective layer, or patina, --=�-- - .� -'" `
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to protect it from the elements. Painting masonry walls can �,�_''" �
�.. - . �,�`:
seal in moisture already in the masonry, thereby not allowing Commence with building cleaning
it to breathe and causing extensive damage over the years. again after any repointing has
completely cured.
1.13 Repair deteriorated primary building materials by , ,,�� - .� ,
patching, piecing-in, consolidating or otherwise reinforcing the �-_` , �
material. �- - . _ _ -_ �;
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Avoid the removal of damaged materials that can be repaired. -�`'-�"' � I�
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consolidants. Epoxies and resins may be considered for -�_�� _
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1.14 Repoint mortar joints where there is evidence of oo not remove damaged materials
that can be repaired. In this case,
deterioration. /oose shing/es may be re-secured
while missing ones may be replaced.
• Duplicate the old mortar in strength, composition, color
and texture. Masonry
• Avoid using mortar with a high portland cement content, Many of Dubuque's commercial and
which will be substantially harder than the original. residentiai buiidings are constructed
• Duplicate the mortar joints in width and profile. with brick or stone bearing waiis. They
were typically sourcetl from local brick
� _ _ _ yards and quarries. Preserving these
� � - -- -�_ _ - _:-�-;��� materials is a key component of the
� '��s�` �:6�=x=��:_ • _ _ city's sustainability policies.
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Chapter 1 Rehabilitation Guidelines for Historic Properties 21
Window Replacement in Historic Districts
Windows shoulc� always be repaired if feasible before replacement. If a windnw
needs to be replaced and the replacement window is the same type, size,
shape, style and materia!as the original, then a building permit is not required.
!f the window deviates from the ty�e, size, shape, sfiyle or maferial, fhen a
building permit and H�s�oric Preservation Commission re�iew will be required.
Type—Windows are required to be replaced with the same type of windaw.
No Building Permit Required Building Perrnit Required*
Dauble-Hung window with Double-Hung Window with
Double Hung Window Casement Window
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Size—Windows are required to be the same size as original windaw.
No Building Permit Required Buildir�g Permit R�quired*
Window same size as ariginal Window not same size as ori�inal
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Shape—Windows are req�ired fio have fhe sarr�e shape of the original window.
No Builciing Permit Required Building Permit Required'�
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No Buildi�g Permit Reguired Buil�ing Permit Required'�
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Material— Bui[�ing that ha�e been determined ta b� of Ci�y, State or Natianal
significance are required to be repiaced with wood wir�dows. Buildings af
Neighborhaod, Supporti�e and Nan-supporti�e may replace their windaws with
wood, aluminum clad or �inyl wincfows.
*Historic Preservation Commissia�t Review Requir�d
EXHIBIT B
GRANT APPLICATION
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Dubuque
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Masterpiece ort tlre Mississippi 30�,._01z.21t3
City of Dubuque,Jowa
Fa�ade Grant Program,
Financial Consultant Grant Program,
and Planning and Design Grant Program,
APPLICATION
Applications for funding through the City of Dubuque's Faqade Grant Program, Financial Consultant Grant�
- . Program,and Planning&Design Grant Program will be accepted by the Economic Development
DepaCment,50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, loeva(563)589-4393.
Appiications will be received on a rolling basis and revie�med monthly by a Review Committee consisting of
staff from the Economic Development, Building Services, and Planning Departments with selected projects
being submitted to the City Manager for final review and approval.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
AddressofProject: `,f7_T 1__�j����,�� ��L�� IA� �/{ S2vo�
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Building Owner: 1Le,� �ah � � D, �. �(cf;viQ ,�LC
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Applicant: �(� ,,A i�
Mailing Address: � '
Telephone:
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Date of birth:
Which assistance program(s) is this project seeking?
}�] Fa�ade Grant Program
� Financial Consultant Grant Program
�' Planning and Design Grant Program
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Has applicant discussed details of this project with the City of Dubuque Planning �i
Department and been made aware of the City's design review guidelines at i
http:l/citvofdubuque.orq/12951Desian-Guidelines ?
Yes ❑ No Q If yes, with whom? _ ,
Construction schedule of project (commencement & completion): II�
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A. Current Phvsical Condition of Buildinq:
(lf additional space is needed, p/ease attach description as Attachment A.)
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B. Proposed Modification of Buildinq -written:
(If additiona!space is needed,p/ease attach description as Attachment B.)
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C. Proposed Modification of Buildinq - visuaL• �
Please attach a detailed drawing/rendering showing dimensions,
architectural details, and labels, of the proposed finished project.
P/ease attach as Attachment C.
D. Impact Statement:
How will the project further the revitalization of downtown?
(!f additiona!space is needed, please attach as Attachment D.) �
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Number of current housing units on property: `
Number of new housing units created from project: �
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Number of jobs currently in building: (� i
Number of jobs created after project completed: � - �
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Square footage of storefront space rehabbed: ��/�� S �
Rent rate being offered in rehabbed storefront: � � �,/SF for � yrs. ;
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E. Buildinq Ownership: i
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Please include proof of buiiding ownership as Attachment E. I
You may use the following site as a resource: �
https://beaconbeta.schneidercorp.com/ �
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F. Buildinq Ownership—orqanization: !
If the owner is a for-profit or non-profit organization, is a Resolution ;
adopted by the Board of Directors which authorizes both the project and ;
the application attached with the Minutes of the Meeting when it was ;
adopted? �
Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A❑ '
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Please attach as Attachment F, j
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G. Applicant's Ownership Interests — other properties: �
Does applicant own or have ownership interest in other properties in !
Dubuque? '
Yes� No ❑ �
(If yes, please/ist addresses. If additional space is needed p/ease attach as '
Attachment G.)
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Do the above properties comply with all applicable City of Dubuque ordinances
and regulations, including but not limited to, housing, building, zoning, fire, health '
and vacant and abandoned building regulations? Yes [�- No ❑ ',
H. Propertv Siqnaqe: '
Do existing signs on the property comply with City Zoning regulations and '
design guidelines? Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A� '
If the above answer is no, or the applicanf is proposing new sipns, p/ease
describe the design materials and colors that will be used on the sign face, how
the sign wil! be displayed, and any lighting proposed. !f additional space is '
needed place attach as Attachmen#H.
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I. Leveraqed Sources:
Will this projec utilizing Federal or State Historic Tax Credits?
Yes ❑ No [�
lf yes, with whom? �
P/ease list other sources of funding and financing for this project, and whefher the
sources are already secured. !f additional space is needed p/ace atfach as
Attachment l.
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J. Bids: '
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P/ease attach bid(s) for the proposed work as Attachment J. i
K. Certificate of Insurance:
Please aftach a cerEificate of insurance for the individual/company bidding
fhe work, Attachment K. -
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Fa�ade Grant* '
What are the estimated costs for fa�ade improvements? C���fd�—► O�`� '
How much assistance is the project rsquesting? �`�o�v�t%.
What is the construction schedule for faCade improvements? p G'� , Zd��� ��.�vXJ '
Will the project include repointing or tuck pointing? Yes �' No ❑
If yes, a mortar analysis sample may be required. The sample would be a .
reimbursable expenditure.
Financial Consultant Gran#*
What are the estirnated costs for financial consultant services?
How much assistance is the project requesting?
Planninq and Desiqn Grant* '
What are the estimated costs for planning and design?l�'�av�a
How much assistance is the project requesting? �'1,��t�,
*Grant Funds will be disbursed upon completion of work, documentation of costs and an
inspection of completed project at a rate of$.50 for each $1.00 of costs incurred, up to
maximum amount of grant committed. Written requests for payment must be submitted
to the Economic Development Department.
**Paid invoices and/or cancelled checks will be required to confirm expenditures.
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List of Exhibits
Exhibit A' = Current Physical Condition (if additional room needed)
Exhibit B Proposed Modification of Building (if additional room needed)
Exhibit C Detailed Drawing/Rendering
Exhibit D Impact Statement (if additional room needed)
� � ' �Exhibif E ' Proof of Building Ownership
Exhibit F Resolution (if applicable)
Exhibit G List of Applicant's Other Properties (if applicable)
Exhibit H Sign Compliance (if applicable)
Exhibit I Leveraged Sources of Funds
Exhibit J Bids
Exhibit K Certificate of Insurance
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