Minutes_Historic Preservation Commission 10.21.21Copyrighted
November 1, 2021
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 1.
City Council Meeting
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUMMARY: City Council Proceedings of 10/18 and 10/20; Historic Preservation
Commission of 10/21; Long Range Planning Commission of 10/20.
SUGGESTED Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
City Council Proceedings of 10/18/21 Supporting Documentation
City Council Proceedings of 10/20/21 Supporting Documentation
Historic Preservation Commission Minutes of 10/21/21 Supporting Documentation
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission Minutes of Supporting Documentation
10/20/21
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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
5:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 21, 2021
City Council Chambers, Historic Federal Building
Commissioners Present: Acting Chairperson Rick Stuter; Commissioners: Tim Gau,
Alec Gustafson, John McAndrews, and Craig Reber
Commissioners Excused: Brandi Clark, Melissa Daykin Cassill, Bill Doyle, and
Christina Monk
Commissioners Unexcused: None
Staff Members Present: Wally Wernimont, Chris Happ Olson, and Jason Duba
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Acting Chairperson Stuter at
5:30 p.m. Tim Gau was welcomed by staff and the Commission as a new member.
MINUTES: Motion by Stuter, seconded by Gustafson, to approve the minutes of the
July 15, 2021 meeting as submitted. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye —
Gustafson, McAndrews, and Stuter; Abstain — Gau and Reber-, Nay — none.
ACTION ITEMS:
Design Review
Applicant: Ryan Davis / Davis Construction
Location: 264 Alpine Street
Project: Build new garage
District: Langworthy Local and National Register Historic District
Staff Member Happ Olson presented the staff report noting the property's historic
character, physical features, and past alterations. She described the request for a
Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the construction of a garage and noted the
planned features of the garage and how they meet the architectural guidelines for a
secondary structure.
Ryan Davis, Davis Construction, 17001 Rooster Ln., gave further detail about the
planned construction, including siding material and color, and roof style and pitch.
Commissioners discussed the plans, with a consensus that the plan met the guidelines,
including how the style complements the house and that the proposed garage will be
set far back on the lot behind the primary structure.
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Motion by Reber, seconded by Gau, to approve the application as presented. Motion
carried by the following vote: Aye — Gau, Gustafson, McAndrews, Reber and Stuter;
Nay — none.
Design Review & Historic Preservation Revolving Loan Fund
Applicant: Kuzko, LLC / Zachery Gries
Location: 530 Loras Boulevard
Project: Replace stoops and steps
District: West 11t" Street Local and National Register Historic District
Staff Member Happ Olson presented the staff report noting that this case has come
before the commission following a violation in which the previous porches were
removed without a permit, and how the property owner has subsequently been working
closely with the Planning Department to find solutions for replacement. She described
the property's historic character, physical features, and past alterations. She showed
photography illustrating the change in porch structure and the temporary stairs in place.
She described the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the construction
of new stoops and stairs and noted how the plans meet the architectural guidelines for a
secondary structure. She also described the applicant's desire to apply for Historic
Preservation Revolving Loan Funds (HPRLF) for up to $25,000.
Zachery Gries, 1298 Locust, owner of the property, explained the circumstances
creating unsafe conditions that led to the demolition of the previous porch and
replacement with temporary stairs. He described his hope that the proposed stairs
would meet guidelines and be more functional for his tenants.
Commissioners discussed the nature of the previous porches and the timeline for
completion of the work.
Staff suggested that if a design is approved, it include the following conditions:
• All materials must be painted or painted with opaque stain,
• The stoops have landings that are no more than 5'x5' in plan, in compliance with
the Unified Development Code for structures that encroach upon a setback, and
• That a deadline for project completion be set for April 21, 2022, and
• That if the HPRLF application is approved, it be conditioned on receiving bids
from contractors available for staff review.
Motion by Reber, seconded by Gau, to approve the applications for Certificate of
Appropriateness and the HPRLF as presented with the conditions listed above for
design, completion and loan conditions. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye —
Gau, Gustafson, McAndrews, Reber and Stuter; Nay — none.
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Desian Review
Applicant: GRTD Investments, LLC / Valerie Kieler
Location: 335 W. 2nd Street
Project: Replace siding, roof, door, stoop, foundation & fascia/soffit; and
Reduce number of windows
District: Cathedral Local and National Register Historic District
Staff Member Happ Olson presented the staff report noting this project was cited for
work without a permit, and the applicant is now seeking to come into compliance. She
described the property's historic character, physical features, and past alterations. She
displayed photography showing the structure before and after alterations. She listed the
features of the structure that are under review and used a chart to outline what was
there previously, what is being proposed, and guidance from the Architectural
Guidelines.
Toben Murdoch, GRTD, 3250 Kennedy Circle, added some details about the project.
Commissioners discussed and asked questions about the window conversion and the
interior wall at that location, stairs and railing, and siding material and color.
Motion by Reber, seconded by Gau, to approve the application as presented with the
conditions that the siding have a 5" reveal and be made of smooth wood or cement, the
number of windows to be reduced on the south east corner section from 3 to 2, the
concrete foundation match the color of the building, and staff can sign off on the stairs
and any required handrail design. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Gau,
Gustafson, McAndrews, Reber and Stuter; Nay — none.
Desian Review
Applicant: Affordable Housing Network, Inc / Tami Gillmore, Rick Held
Location: 1293 Walnut Street
Project: Extensive rehabilitation
District: West 11t" Street Local and National Register Historic District
Staff Member Happ Olson presented the staff report noting that the applicant was cited
for removing a front porch, back addition, and garage without obtaining a demolition
permit and for installing a new roof without a permit. She described the property's
historic character, physical features, and past alterations. She discussed the planned
changes to the structure and the appropriateness of each feature in reference to the
Architectural Guidelines.
Tami Gilmore, AHNI, 900 Main Street, and Clyde Kay, Kay Construction, discussed
their project and AHNI's mission of developing affordable housing.
The commissioners discussed the project and the city's need for affordable housing.
The topic of emergency egress rescue opening (EERO) windows was discussed, and
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Mr. Kay believed their windows complied and that he would confirm that, working with
staff if there was a need for a change.
Motion by Reber, seconded by Gustafson, to approve the application as presented.
Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Gau, Gustafson, McAndrews, Reber and
Stuter; Nay — none.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC:
ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
• Dubuque's Black Heritage Survey Update
Staff Member Happ Olson gave an overview of the process that led to pursuing this
survey and the desire for it to help tell a more complete history of Dubuque with voices
that are missing. She described the development of a Request for Proposals (RFP) to
seek a consultant to work on the project over the next two years.
• 1699 Iowa Street — restoration/recreation project
Staff Member Happ Olson described her review of the project at the Unitarian
Universalist Church. She was able to sign off after staff review because it met the
Architectural Guidelines. Commissioner Reber, a member of the church, expressed
their excitement for this project and its positive effects for the church.
ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Stuter, seconded by Gustafson to adjourn the October 21,
2021 Commission meeting. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Gau,
Gustafson, McAndrews, Reber and Stuter; Nay — none.
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Wally Wernimont, Planning Services Manager Adopted