Minutes_Historic Preservation Commission 5 16 13THE CITY OF
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Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Dubuque
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2012
MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
5:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
City Council Chamber, Historic Federal Building
JEN
Commissioners
Julie Schlarman,
Commissioners
Otto Krueger.
Present: Chairperson David Klavitter; Commissioners Bob McDonell,
Joseph Rapp, Chris Olson, and Christina Monk.
Excused: Commissioners John Whalen, Mary Loney Bichell and
Staff Members Present: Laura Carstens and David Johnson.
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Klavitter at 5:32
p.m.
AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE: Staff presented an Affidavit of Compliance verifying
the meeting was being held in compliance with the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
MINUTES: Motion by Olson, seconded by McDonell, to approve the minutes of the
April 18, 2013 meeting as submitted. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye —
Klavitter, McDonell, Schlarman, Rapp, Olson and Monk; Nay — None.
DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Delbert Uhlik, Jr. for a Certificate of Appropriateness
to install new siding for property located at 421 W. 3`d Street in the Cathedral Historic
Preservation District.
Staff Member Johnson presented the staff report and explained the request is to
replace the existing wood siding with LPSmartSide siding and trim. He reviewed in
2002, asphalt siding was removed from the home and the original siding was repainted.
He stated the front porch was also replaced with the current, more appropriate, front
porch at that same time.
Delbert Uhlik, 5270 Saratoga Road, explained he is buying the building and intends to
use it as a rental property. He explained he was informed vinyl siding is not an option in
historic districts, and is requesting consideration of an alternative such as the
LPSmartSide siding and trim. He stated the new siding will have a 4" lap width and a
smooth texture similar to traditional wood.
The Commission and staff discussed the use of alternative siding materials on historic
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buildings in the past. The Commission noted alternative siding materials are typically
not considered when the existing historic wood siding can be reasonably maintained or
repaired. The Commission stated the 3 -inch lap width wood siding is original to the
home and is a significant character - defining feature to the building. The Commission
and staff explained to Mr. Uhlik the necessary steps and process for assuring a
successful paint job on a home. The Commission and staff noted the importance of
properly preparing the surface by stripping and sanding failed paint and wood surfaces
in order for new paint to properly bond.
Motion by Olson, seconded by McDonell, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness
as submitted. Motion failed by the following vote: Aye — None; Nay — Klavitter,
McDonell, Schlarman, Rapp, Olson, and Monk; Abstain — None.
EDUCATION TASK FORCE:
Minutes from Previous Meeting(s): May 2, 2013
Update on Public Outreach and Education Program: Chairperson Klavitter noted the
education Task Force reviewed the Historic Preservation Commission page on the City
Website and suggested some additions. Staff Member Johnson explained that both he
and Assistant Planner Wally Wernimont will be working on these changes in the near
future. Staff Member Carstens noted the HPC is cosponsoring the Old House
Enthusiast Tour in the Historic Millwork District on May 18 -19. She reviewed the
programs and presentations Planning Services staff is participating in, and encouraged
Commissioners to attend.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC: None.
ITEMS FROM COMMISSION: None.
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
National Park Service Annual Report: Staff Member Johnson explained the 2012
National Park Service Baseline Questionnaire and Annual Products Report is being
forwarded to the Commission for their information. He noted the annual reports are
submitted by all Certified Local Governments to the National Park Service to help
demonstrate to Congress the accomplishments of Historic Preservation Programs as
well as provide critical information and documentation for Congressional budgetary
considerations.
Design Guidelines Update: Staff Member Johnson stated the Dubuque Design
Guidelines Update Steering Committee will be meeting May 29th at 6:00 p.m. at the
NICC Town Clock Center for Professional Development to discuss the framework for
the design guidelines update. He reviewed the Steering Committee consists of City
staff, stakeholders, the Historic Preservation Commission and Education Task Force
Members. He explained the meeting will be lead by the consultant, Winter and
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Company, and requested all Commissioners attend and confirm their attendance. He
noted the meeting will be interactive and will identify design issues and goals for the
downtown and historic districts. He noted the key issues will establish the framework
and direction for the updated design guidelines manual.
Building Services Historic Preservation Enforcement Report Update: Staff Member
Johnson stated the updates to the Historic Preservation Enforcement Report are noted
in bold. The Commission stated fewer buildings are on the enforcement report, noting
3000 Jackson Street has been removed. Staff Member Johnson explained the Building
Services Department inspected and verified that the new roof was installed and
therefore the Building Services Department removed 3000 Jackson Street from the
report. Chairperson Klavitter encouraged Commissioners to continue using the Citizen
Support Center as a means of communicating property concerns to appropriate City
personnel.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager Adopted