Minutes_Historic Preservation Commission 12 21 17 Copyrighted
January 16, 2018
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 1.
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUMMARY: Cable N Commission of 1/3/18; City Council Proceedings
of 1/3/18; Historic Preservation Commission of 12/21/17;
Library Board of Trustees of 11/16/17; Park and Recreation
Commission of 12/12/17; Resilient Community Advisory
Commission of 11/2/17, 12/7/17; Zoning Advisory
Commission of 12/6/17, 1/3/18; Zoning Board of
Adjustment of 12/21/17; Proofs of Publication for City
Council Proceedings of 12/18/17 and List of
Claims/Summary of Revenues for Month Ending 11/30/17.
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Cable N Commission Minutes of 1/3/18 Supporting Documentation
City Council Proceedings of 1/3/18 Supporting Documentation
Historic Preservation Commission Minutes of 21/21/17 Supporting Documentation
Library Board of Trustees Minutes of 11/16/17 Supporting Documentation
Park and Recreation Commission Minutes of 12/12/17 Supporting Documentation
Resilient Community Advisory Commission Minutes of Supporting Documentation
11/2/17
Resilient Community Advisory Commission Minutes of Supporting Documentation
12/7/17
Zoning Advisory Commission Minutes of 12/6/17 Supporting Documentation
Zoning Advisory Commission Minutes of 1/3/18 Supporting Documentation
Zoning Board of Adjustment Minutes of 12/21/17 Supporting Documentation
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of Supporting Documentation
12/18/17
Proof of Publication for List of Claims/Summary of Supporting Documentation
Revenues ME 11/30/17
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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
5:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Carnegie Stout Public Library Auditorium
360 W. 11�° Street
Commissioners Present: Chairperson Emily Hilgendorf, Commissioners Juan Nieto,
Joseph Rapp, David Klavitter, Christina Monk, and John McAndrews.
Commissioners Excused: Commissioners AI Kopcyzkand Bob McDonnell.
Commissioners Unexcused: None
Staff Mem bers Present: Laura Carstens and David Johnson.
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Hilgendorf at 535
p.m.
AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE: Staff presented an Affidavit of Compliance verifying
the meeting was being held in compliance with the lowa Open Meetings Law.
MINUTES: Motion by Nieto, seconded by Monk, to approve the minutes of the October
19, 2017 meeting as submitted. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Rapp,
Monk, McAndrews, and Hilgendorf; Nay— None; Abstain — Nieto.
DEMOLITION PERMIT: Application of Cutting Edge Development, Inc. to demolish an
addition at 84-86 Main Street in the Downtown Neighborhood Conservation District.
Staff Member Johnson reviewed the staff report and the Commission's role for
demolition review. He reviewed the concrete block addition was constructed in 1964. He
noted additional correspondence from the State Historic Preservation Office provided by
the applicant supports the addition's lack of significance.
Note: Commissioner Klavitter entered the meeting at 5:40 p.m.
Justin McCarthy, Straka Johnson Architects, 3355 Digital Drive, and Brian Lammers,
8200 Seippel Road, property owner, presented the application. The Commission asked
whether the demolition wnuld impact Fringe Salon. The applicant stated it wnuld not.
Commissioners concluded the building has no historic or architectural significance.
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Motion by Klavitter, seconded by Monk, to approve the demolition permit as submitted.
Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Rapp, Nieto, Monk, Klavitter, McAndrews,
and Hilgendort; Nay — None.
DESIGN REVIEW: Application of Kristin George and Dustin Bartels to remove a
window and chimney at 1011 Melrose Terrace in the Langworthy Historic District.
Staff Member Johnson reviewed the staff report. He noted photos provided in the
packet. He clarified that the chimney and window are visible only from the rear alley,
and the rear fa�ade is not a primary fa�ade for this home on a corner lot.
Kirsten George and Dustin Bartels, 1011 Melrose Terrace, presented the application.
They stated they only have one full bathroom in the house and are expecting a child.
Ms. George stated she has Crohn's disease and a second bathroom will become
necessary. Ms. George stated their contractor cannot fit another bathroom without
removal of the chimney. The applicants stated the chimney is not functional.
Staff clarified the proposed alterations are only visible from the rear facade. In response
to a question, the applicants stated siding to match the original wood siding will be
installed where the window is removed.
The Commission discussed the application and noted the alterations are on the rear of
the property where there is greater flexibility for change. The Commission noted
removal of the window would enhance the symmetry.
Motion by Nieto, seconded by Monk, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as
presented. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Rapp, Nieto, Monk, Klavitter,
McAndrews, and Hilgendort; Nay — None.
DEMOLITION PERMIT: Application of Brett Schueller to demolish an addition at 1527
Central Avenue in the Washington Neighborhood Conservation District.
Staff Member Johnson reviewed the staff report, and noted the addition has had
numerous uses and changes over time but an exact date of construction cannot be
determined. He stated records show the addition was constructed sometime between
1907 and 1936. He reviewed the 2012 National Register of Historic Places nomination
for Upper Central Avenue Commercial Historic District provided no record of
significance for the addition specifically.
Patrick Reiner, 1050 Prince Phillip Drive, stated he is the current property owner. He
stated the applicant would like to purchase the building restore it. Mr. Reiner reviewed
the ownership history on the building. He explained he received the building back on
unpaid taxes, paid numerous liens and would like to sell the building to Mr. Schueller
who has the time and abilities to fix it. Mr. Reiner stated the brick will be salvaged and
used to repair the back of the building.
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Brett Schueller, 330 Winona St., stated he would like to restore the facade in
accordance with the historic image provided to him. He noted numerous structural
issues and costs associated with demolition or repair. He explained his plans for the
building's rehabilitation and his desire to remove the addition, which is in poor condition,
so he can create needed parking. Mr. Schueller stated the salvaged brick would also be
used to restore window openings. He stated it is cost prohibitive to repair the addition.
Commissioner Klavitter suggested the applicant contact Heritage Works if he is
interested in Historic Tax Credits. Mr. Schueller stated he will likely restore the building
without them.
Staff Member Johnson reviewed the property is in a conservation district, so the
Commission will review only the demolition request, not any exterior alterations.
The Commission discussed the application. They noted the addition is old, but it does
not offer much historical or architectural relevance.
Motion by Nieto, seconded by Monk, to approve the demolition permit as submitted.
Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Rapp, Nieto, Monk, Klavitter, McAndrews,
and Hilgendort; Nay — None.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC:
David Klavitter, 1090 W. 3RD Street, thanked everyone for writing legislators about
retaining the federal historic tax credits.
ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
Commissioner McDonell Resiqnation: Chairperson Hilgendorf noted Commissioner
McDonnell's resignation. The Commission requested a letter be forwarded to
Commissioner McDonell thanking him for his service and contributions.
New Commissioner Appointment: Chairperson Hilgendort noted Kayla Morrison was
appointed by the City Council and will be serving in a vacated at-large position.
National Alliance of Preservation Commission Membership: Commissioner Klavitter
stated he personally will fund a Commission membership so all Commissioners will
have electronic access to the valuable information NAPC provides. The Commission
thanked Commissioner Klavitter and agreed to share their names and email information.
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
Marquette Hall National Reqister of Historic Places Nomination: Staff Member Carstens
reviewed the proposed Marquette Hall National Register of Historic Places (NRHP)
Nomination states the property is locally significant under Criterion C, Architecture. She
explained Criteria C is a property or properties that embodies the distinctive
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characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or represents the work of a
master, or possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and distinguishable
entity whose components lack individual distinction.
Gary Carner, 1664 Washington Street, General Contractor for the project, reviewed the
historic and architectural interior and exterior elements that add significance to the
property. The Commission discussed the Marquette Hall property, noting its high level
of historic and architectural integrity.
Motion by Klavitter, seconded by Rapp, to recommend listing Marquette Hall on the
National Register of Historic Places noting the nomination meets the significance under
Criterion C. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Rapp, Nieto, Monk, Klavitter,
McAndrews, and Hilgendort; Nay — None.
Proposed Policy for Notification: Staff Member Carstens reviewed the proposed policy
for notification of property owners adjacent to Historic Preservation Commission cases.
She explained the proposed policy stems from Commission discussion and direction
related to a design review case previously considered. She explained the proposed
policy would provide notice of a case to adjoining property owners when the adjoining
property or properties share a party wall. Staff Member Johnson clarified a party wall is
defined as a dividing wall between adjoining buildings and provides common support to
each structure.
The Commission discussed the proposed policy noting implementation would provide
adjoining property owners an opportunity to comment on proposed alterations that have
the potential to impact their property.
Motion by Klavitter, seconded by Monk, to approve the policy as presented. Motion
carried by the following vote: Aye — Rapp, Nieto, Monk, Klavitter, McAndrews, and
Hilgendorf; Nay — None.
After further discussion, consensus was for staff to ask the Building Services
Department to consider similar notification for all permits impacting structures with a
shared wall. Staff Member Johnson notified the Commission he has been appointed
Acting Building Services Manager January 1 through mid-2018. He stated during that
time, he will be working part time in both the Building Services and Planning Services
Departments. Staff Member Johnson stated he will continue in his historic preservation
duties. He agreed to consider the possibility provided there was opportunity to automate
notification for all permits.
Eaqle Point Park NRHP Nomination: The Commission and staff celebrated the listing of
the Eagle Point Park District in the National Register of Historic Places.
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Buildinq Services Historic Preservation Enforcement Report: Staff Member Johnson
reviewed the current report. Commissioners asked staff to check with the Legal
Department if the applicant misses the next Building Code of Appeal Board meeting.
Staff Approvals: Staff Member Johnson reviewed there were no recent Planning
Services Staff approvals for work in historic districts.
CLG Grant — HPC Scholarships: Staff Member Carstens reported the State of lowa has
awarded the City a $3,000 Certified Local Government (CLG) grant for scholarships for
Commissioners to attend the NAPC Forum that will be held in Des Moines on July 18 —
22, 2018. She noted the grant requires four commissioners attend for two days.
Chairperson Hilgendorf solicited interest in attending the Forum. HPC members
Hilgendorf, Monk and Rapp expressed interest. The Commission requested the item be
placed on future agendas for further discussion and that staff confer with the City
Clerk's Office about the timing of appointments ahead of the conference dates.
Demoqraphics Form: Staff Member Carstens reported the City Council recently
approved collection of demographic data from applicants to and existing members of
Commissions and Boards. She encouraged HPC members to fill out the optional form,
and then return it to her or the City Clerk. She noted all information will remain
anonymous.
ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Monk, seconded by Nieto, to adjourn the December 21 ,
2017 Commission meeting. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Rapp, Nieto,
Monk, Klavitter, McAndrews, and Hilgendort; Nay — None.
The meeting adjourned at 6:54 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager Adopted