DB & T 1301 Central, demolishPlanning Services Department
City Hall
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 520014864
(563) 5894210 office
(563) 5894221 fax
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November 20, 2002
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
City of Dubuque
City Hall-50 W. 13th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
RE: Request for Demolition Permit
Applicant:Dubuque Bank and Trust
Location:1301-1307 Central Avenue
Demolition District:Downtown Neighborhood District
Description:To demolish one story rear addition for planned rehabilitation of
the Bell Block and Ziepprecht Buildings (former Walsh Store)
Dear Mayor and City Council Members:
The City of Dubuque Historic Preservation Commission has reviewed the above-cited
request. The application, staff report and related materials are attached for your
review.
Discussion
Nelson Klavitter, representative for Dubuque Bank and Trust, spoke in favor of the
request to demolish the structure and reviewed the proposed rehabilitation of the Bell
Block and Ziepprecht Buildings.
Staff reviewed the application and staff report, noting that the State Historic
Preservation Office and National Park Services have indicated that demolition of the
rear addition will not affect the structure's architectural and historical significance.
There were no public comments.
The Historic Preservation Commission discussed the request, noting that the main
buildings have historical significance; however, the demolition of the rear addition will
have no impact on the architectural and historical significance of the building.
Recommendation
By a vote of 6 to 0, the Historic Preservation Commission recommends that the City
Council approve the request due to no impact on architectural and historical
significance and rehabilitation of the Bell Block and Ziepprecht Buildings.
Service People Integrity Responsibility- hmovatSon Teamwork
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
November 20, 2002
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A simply majority vote is needed for the City Council to approve the request for
demolition.
Respectfully submitted,
Chris Wand, Chairperson
Historic Preservation Commission
Attachments
cc: Nelson Klavitter, Dubuque Bank & Trust
Rich Russell, Building Services Manager
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Demolition Request for the single story portion of the Bell Block and Ziepprect buildings in
downtown Dubuque, Iowa.
This building is in the Downtown Neighborhood demolition district (8) and is one part of a larger
rehabilitation project. The overall project includes the entire block from 13 to 14 streets and
Iowa to Central streets. Dubuque Bank & Trust, an Iowa corporation, has purchased the entire
block and plans to rehabilitate the building that were once the Walsh Store. The northwest comer
of the block is home to Dubuque Bank & Trust's motor bank- built only a few years ago. The
southeast comer is home to what was the Walsh Store buildings and is the building in question.
The Walsh Store buildings are in the process of boing listed on the National Register of Historic
Places. Both buildings, the Bell Block on the southeast comer and the Ziepprecht just north of
Bell Block, have been certified by the State Historical Society of towa and are individually
eligible to be listed on the register (see exhibits C and D). Mr. Jim Jacobsen is now writing the
actual nominations for both buildings. It is expected that both buildings will be listed on the
Register by the end of 2002. Rehabilitation of these two buildings will follow the Secretary &the
Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings. We
are working with the State Historical Architect, Jack Porter, and the National Parks Service to
ensure that all rehabilitation work is completed correctly and to their standards.
Presently, both the Bell Block and Ziepprecht buildings are in disrepair. Their masonry wails
have been completely covered with white paint, windows have been bricked and boarded up, and
historic storefronts are missing. Both buildings have extensive detailIng at their windows and
parapets that disappear under the layers of white paint. We are in the process of removing the
white paint, exposing the original masonry and detailing of the buildings. All of the masonry will
then be cleaned and tuck pointed, replacing any deteriorated brick or detailing. Windows that are
still intact wilt be exposed and refurbished. Window openings on the second floor, which have
been bricked in, will be reopened and new replacement windows to match the original will be
installed. All fire escapes will be removed. The doors leading to the removed fire escapes wilt be
returned to windows. Existing storefronts along Central Street will be removed and replaced with
new to match the original in size, quantity, and style.
The interiors of both buildings will be rehabilitated as well. These areas will become leased office
space and house the Heartland Financial Operations Center. There will be a mixture of offices,
training rooms, and storage throughout the buildings. This new office space will need new
restrooms, fire stairs, and an elevator. The new elevator will be housed in the existing location-
the shaft hole will need to be enlarged in order to accommodate the ADA accessible elevator car.
The restrooms and two required fire stair towers will be housed in a new addition at the central
and north west area of the buildings. This area is currently occupied by a single story addition to
the three story Bell Block and Ziepprecht Block Buildings. We propose to remove the single story
additions to make room for the new three-story addition that will allow access to all levels of the
buildings and help to connect the two different buildings on the interior.
We will also be constructing a new computer and data processing mom on the first floor of the
new addition. This computer room will have high humidity and needs to be kept colder than the
other areas of the building due to the types of equipment housed in the room. It will have a special
mechanical system that is not connected to the rest of the building. This computer area is not
readily housed in the old structure of either building. Excessive weight, along with the high
humidity has a negative effect on the existing building structure. In new construction, we are able
to allow for the weight and humidity levels in the design of the building.
This is also tree for the restrooms and stair tower areas. As the restrooms exist today, they are
incapable of servicing the mount of occupants we anticipate for the building. The plumbing is
also old and the restrooms are spread randomly around the buildings. By creating a new addition,
we are able to stack all of the restrooms (a more cost effective solution for plumbing) and we are
allowed to build the correct number of stalls and ADA accessible stalls.
The two required fire stair towers are also to be housed in the new addition. 23aere are only two
stairs that extend from the third floor to the ground in the existing buildings. They are both
located in the Ziepprecht building on the interior of the north and south elevations. These stairs
are going to.be used as secondary means of egress per Rich Russell since we will be installing a
sprinkler system throughout the buildings and they are enclosed with original plaster walls.
However, these stairs do not pass the code requirement of two exits more than 2/3's the overall
cross sectional dimension of the building apart from one another. They also do not lead to the
basement, nor are they accessible from the southwest area of the Bell Block building. By creating
two new fire stair towers in the new three-story addition we are able to fulfill all of our exiting
needs and requirements for the buildings.
Please see the attached letter from Jack Porter of the State Historical Society of Iowa concerning
the approval from him and the National Park Service for the removal of the one story addition and
the building of a three story addition in it's place. We will be following the recommendations of
the State, the National Park Service, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation for this entire project.
Please see the attached letter from the State Historical Society of Iowa staling the Ziepprecht
Block and the John Bell Block buildings have been accepted by the state to be listed on the
national Register of Historic Places. This letter also states the nomination is to be passed along to
the National Park Service for their approval.
Attachment # 3 is the existing plans and elevations of the Ziepprecht and Bell Block buildings
along with tbe existing single story addition.
Attachment #4 is the preliminary proposed plans and elevations of the Zieppreeht and Bell Block
buildings along with the new three-story addition.
All financial information concerning Dubuque bank and Trust was submitted on the application
for the Demolition of the Iowa True Value Hardware Store.
619 S. Pickwick, Springfield, MO 65802 (417} 869-3300 Fax (4t7) 869-1996 cynthia, casevC~Dcis.net
Cynthia Lipscomb
From:Jack Porter [jack. porter@dca.state, ia.us]
Sent:Tuesday, August 27, 2002 9:54 AM
To:Cynthia Tolbert (E-mail)
Cc:Douglas Steinmetz
Subject:"Z"Bric and Bell Block, Dubuque
Importance:High
Greetings, Kaaren called this morning and we visited on your project. First,
she approved removal of the back (west) additions. However, she recommends
(and we concur) that brick should be used for the walls that is similar but
not identical to the historic brick, I shared with her our discussion of
leaving the historic walls intact and bringing the addition up behind them.
She reacted in a positive manner, but it will be how the new addition is
designed and detailed that must be considered before final approval. I also
mentioned that you would reflect the shape and spacing of the historic
window openings in the new addition.
Second, she approved the removal of the stairs as you proposed.
Congrats. You have the right attitude on the design approach and it has been
recognized by the NPS.
We suggest you finalize the design and submit a formal part 2 for review. If
you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call.
Jack C. Porter
Architectural Historian
515-242-6152
May we have the courage, patience, and compassion to go to the places that
scare us.
DEMOLITION STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: November 19, 2002
Property Address:1300 Block of Central Avenue
Property Owner:Dubuque Bank & Trust Company
Applicant:Nelson Klavitter, Dubuque Bank & Trust Company
Project:Demolition of one story rear addition of the former Walsh Stores
buildings at 1301-1307 Central Avenue and 1341-1353 Central
Avenue
Demolition District: Downtown Neighborhood Landmark: No
Style: Late Victorian/Italianate Funding: No Date Built: 1888-1888
Present Land Use: Vacant Existing Zoning: C-4 Central Business District
Physical Characteristics: The one-story rear addition has varying heights and is
constructed out of brick. The addition has a fiat roof.
Property History: The Historic Preservation Commission and City Council reviewed and
approved demolition permits for the properties at 1300-1322 Iowa Street and 45 W. 13th
Street on June 16, 2002 in order to provide off-street parking for the Ziepprecht and Bell
Block Buildings.
The Ziepprecht and Bell Block Buildings are in the process of being listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. On October 16, 2002, the State Nominations
Review Committee (SNRC) reviewed and approved the properties to be listed on the
National Register of Histodc Places. They are forwarding the application on to the
National Park Services for final approval.
Staff Analysis: Dubuque Bank &Trust Company has requested demolition ofthis one
story rear addition to construct a three-story brick addition. This addition will house a
computer room, restrooms, fire stairs and elevators that will help with the adaptive reuse
of the former Walsh Store.
Dubuque Bank & Trust has been working closely with the National Park Service and
Jack Porter, Historic Preservation Architect for the State Historic Preservation Office,
about the demolition of the rear addition and erection of the three-story addition. The
property is receiving historic preservation tax credits and will need to comply with the
Secretary of the Interiors Standards for Rehabilitation. Jack Porter has approved
removal of the one-story rear additions as indicated in an email from him.
The Historic Preservation Commission role is to provide a recommendation to the City
Council about the demolition of the one-story rear addition.
Prepared by: [~[u,~.4~ Reviewed:~tt~L(~O Date: lt lq J OZ.-
One story addition still painted white to be demolished
Ziepprecht and Bell Block Buildings
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Dubuque Bank & Trust
1398 Central Avenue
P.O. Box 778
Dubuque, IA 52004
RE: Ziepprecht Block, 1347 Central Avenue, Dubuque, Dubuque County
John Bell Block, 1301-1307 Central Avenue, Dubuque, Dubuque County
Dear Friends:
We are pleased to inform you that the above property was accepted for nomination to
the National Register of Historic Places by the State Nationat Register Nominations
Review Committee at its October 11, 2002 meeting. Once the final version is
received, our staff will submit this nomination to the National Park Service for final
review and listing on the National Register. Final word should be received in two to
four months; you will receive notification from me at that time.
The National Register is the Federal Government's official list of historic properties
worthy of preservation. Listing in the National Register provides recognition and
assists in preserving the heritage of our Nation.
Listing in the National Register provides the following benefits to historic properties:
Consideration in the planning for Federal, Federally licensed, and Federally
assisted projects. Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966
requires Federal agencies allow the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation an
opportunity to comment on projects affecting historic properties listed in the
National Register. For further information please refer to 36 CFR 800.
Eligibility for Federal tax benefits. If a property is listed in the National Register,
certain Federal tax provisions may apply. The Tax Reform Act of 1986 revises the
historic preservation, tax incentives authorized by Congress in the Tax Reform Act
of 1976, the Revenue Act of 1978, the Tax Treatment Extension Act of 1980, the
Economic Recovery Tax Act of 1981, and Tax Reform Act of t984, and as of
January 1, 1987, provides for a 20 percent investment tax credit with a full
adjustment to basis for rehabilitating historic commercial, industrial, and rental
residential buildings. The former 15 percent and 20 percent investment Tax
Credits (ITCs) for rehabilitation of older commercial buildings are combined into a
single l0 percent ITC for commercial or industrial buildings built before 1936. The
Tax Treatment Extension Act of 1980 provides Federal tax deductions for
charitable contributions for conservation purposes of partial interests in historically
important land areas or structures. Whether these provisions are advantageous to
a property owner is dependent upon the particular circumstances of the property
and the owner. Because tax aspects outlined above are complex, individuals
should consult legal counsel or the appropriate local Internal Revenue Service
office for assistance in determining the tax consequences of the above provisions.
For further information, please refer to 36 CFR 67 and Treasury Regulation
Sections 1.48-12 (ITCs) and 1.170A-14 (charitable contributions).
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October 16, 2002
· Consideration of historic values in the decision to issue a surface coal mining
permit where coal is located, in accord with the Surface Mining and Control Act of
1977. For further information please refer to 30 CFR 700 et seq.
· Qualification for Federal and State grants for historic preservation when funds are
available.
· Eligibility for State Tax Credits for rehabilitation. Properties listed on the National
Register, eligible for listing on the National Register or Barns constructed before
1937 are eligible to apply for a 25 percent state tax credit for rehabilitation. The
cost of a 24-month qualified rehabi!itation project would exceed either $25,000 or
25 percent of the fair market value for a residential property or barn less the land
before rehabilitation. For commercial properties, the rehabilitation project would
exceed 50 percent of the assessed value of the property less the land before
rehabilitation - whichever is less. The State Historic Preservation office must
approve the rehabilitation work before an amount of tax credits will be reserved
for your project. There are limited credits available each year, so let us know if
you want the application information.
Owners of private properties nominated to the National Register of Historic Places
have an opportunity to concur in or object to listing in accord with the National Historic
Preservation Act and 36 CFR 60. Any owner or partial owner of private property who
chooses to object to listing is required to submit to the State Historic Preservation
Officer a notarized statement certifying that the party is the sole or partial owner of
the private property and objects to the listing. Each owner or partial owner of private
property has one vote regardless of what part of the property that party owns. If a
majority of private property owners object a property will not be listed; however, the
State Historic Preservation Officer shall submit the nomination to the Keeper of the
National Register for a determination of eligibility of the property for listing in the
National Register. Jif the property is then determined eligible for listing, although not
formally listed, Federal agencies will be required to allow the Advisory Council on
Historic Preservation an opportunity to comment before the agency may fund, license,
or assist a project which will affect the property.
Unfortunately, due to state budget cuts, our grants have been temporarily frozen for
at least one year.
Should you have any questions about the National Register of Historic Places, Tax
Incentives or about this nomination in particular, please feel free to contact me by
telephone at 515-281-4137 or by e-mail at beth.foster@dca.state.ia.us. You may
enjoy visiting the National Register website at http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/index.htm.
Sincerely,
for
Lowell Soike
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
basement demolition plan
ground floor demolition plan
second floor demolition plan
third floor demolition plan
east elevation
south elevation
west elevation
north elevation
preliminary ground floor plan
preliminary second floor plan
Preliminary third floor plan
Preliminary east elevation
Preliminary north elevation
Preliminary west elevation