Minutes_Historic Preservation Commission 2 21 19 Copyrighted
March 18, 2019
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 1.
ITEM TITLE: Minutes and Reports Submitted
SUM MARY: Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission of 2/26;
Cable TV Commission of 3/6; City Council proceedings of
3/4, 3/7, 3/11 ; Civil Service Commission of 3/7; Community
Development Advisory Commission of 1/16; Housing
Commission of 3/8; Historic Preservation Commission of
2/21; Human Rights Commission of 3/8; Library Board of
Trustees Minutes of 1/24 and Council Update#180 of
2/28; Long Range Planning Advisory Commission of 2/25;
Resilient Community Advisory Commission of 3/7; Zoning
Advisory Commission of 3/18; Zoning Board of Adjustment
of 2/28; Proof of publication for City Council proceedings
of 2/18, 2/21 .
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ATTACHMENTS:
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Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission Minutes Supporting Documentation
of 2/26/19
Cable N Commission Minutes of 3/6/19 Supporting Documentation
City Council Proceedings of 3/4/19 Supporting Documentation
City Council Proceedings of 3/7/19 Supporting Documentation
Civil Service Commission Minutes of 3/7/19 Supporting Documentation
Community De�lopmentAdvisory Commission Minutes Supporting Documentation
of 1/16/19
Historic Preservation Commission Minutes of 2/21/19 Supporting Documentation
Housing Commission Minutes of 3/8/19 Supporting Documentation
Human Rights Commission Minutes of 2/18/19 Supporting Documentation
Library Board of Trustees Minutes of 1/24/19 Supporting Documentation
Library Board of Trustees Council Update#180 of Supporting Documentation
2/18/19
Long-Range Planning Advisory Commission Minutes of Supporting Documentation
2/25/19
Resilient Community Advisory Commission Minutes of Supporting Documentation
3/7/19
Zoning Advisory Commission Minutes of 3/18/19 Supporting Documentation
Zoning Board of Adjustrnent Minutes of 2/28/19 Supporting Documentation
Proof of Publication for City Council Proceedings of Supporting Documentation
2/18/19
Proof of publication for City Council Proceedings of Supporting Documentation
2/21/19
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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
5:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Carnegie Stout Public Library, Aigler Auditorium
Commissioners Present Chairperson Emily Hilgendort, Commissioners Melissa
DaykimCassill, Christina Monk, Rick Stuter, AI Kopcyzk, David Klavitter, John
McMdrews, and Emily Hilgendorf.
Commissioners Excused: None
Commissioners Unexcused: None.
Staff Members Present Laure Carstens, Chris Happ Olson and Wally Wernimont.
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Hilgendort at 5:32
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 Monk, seconded by Daykin-Cassill, to approve the minutes of the
December 2Q 2019 meeting as submitted. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye —
DaykimCassill, Klavitter, Kopcyzk, Stuter, McAndrews and Hilgendort; Abstain — Monk.
DESIGN REVIEWS:
Certifcate of Economic Non-Viabilitv: Application of The Fischer Companieslfhe
Plastic Center, Inc. for a Certifcate of Economic Non-Viability for property located at
1243 Loast Street in the Jackson Park Historic District.
Commissioner Rapp arrived at 5:35 p.m. Commissioner Clark arrived at 5:40 p.m.
Staff Member Carstens reviewed the Certifcate of Economic Non-Viability Application
for the cottage at the rear of 1243 Locust Street. She explained that the applicant has
applied for a Demolition Permit and a Certifcate of Economic Non-Viability because
there is a written record and history of surveys that establishes that this structure as
historia She explained that as it was likely the process would then steer the
Commission toward denial of the demolition, staff directed the applicant toward
preservation alternatives and a Certificate of Economic Non-Viability. She noted the
applicant explored preservation alternatives, which are outlined in their application, and
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also applied for the Certificate of Economic Non-Viability. She explained this was the
most expeditious way for the applicant to come before Historic Preservation
Commission.
Staff Member Olson reviewed the staff report, outlining the process by which the
applicant comes to the Commission. She referred to the staff report where the Building
Services Department has issued violations and directed the applicant to address the
violations or demolish the structure, due to cottage's structural deficiency. She referred
to the application that lays out the options for preservation alternatives, and makes a
case for the Certificate of Economic Non-Viability.
Staff Member Carstens further reviewed the application materials, noting the criteria
have all been addressed. Chairperson Hilgendort asked if the applicant had anything
additional to add.
Tony Pfohl, 1053 Shady Oaks Drive, spoke representing the applicant, which is in
response to a Building Services Department violation notice. In developing a plan for
compliance, the applicant determined that the rehabilitation was not economically
feasible. The applicant then reviewed the application materials and conclusions.
In response to questions by commissioners, Mr. Pfohl indicated that he would look into
salvaging building materials, if possible, and leave the building footprint as green space.
In response to a question about analysis of the cost to rehabilitate the structure and
whether incentives would offset the cost enough to make it feasible, Mr. Pfohl stated
that due to the small square footage of the structure, even considering the incentives, it
would still cost about $120,000 for rehabilitation, he would still only realize about
$600/month in rent, not making it feasible. In response to a question about selling off
the cottage from the house, Mr. Pfohl stated that it was only about 640 square feet, it is
irregularly shaped and it was attached to the primary structure, so he didn't believe that
was feasible.
Commission discussion followed regarding the significance of the property.
Motion by Monk, seconded by Daykin-Cassill, to approve the Certificate of Economic
Non-Viability Application for the cottage at the rear of 1243 Locust Street (as indicated
in the application), with an acknowledgement that the structure is historic. Motion
carried by the following vote: Aye — Clark, Daykin-Cassill, Rapp, Klavitter, Kopcyzk,
Stuter, Monk, McAndrews and Hilgendorf; Nay — none.
ITEMS FROM PUBLIC:
lowa State University Planninq Class Visit: Historic Preservation in Dubuque: Staff
Member Carstens introduced the visiting Historic Preservation Planning class from lowa
State University and invited Ted Grevstad-Nordbrock, Assistant Professor of Historic
Preservation in the Community and Regional Planning Department, to speak. Mr.
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Grevstad-Nordbrock spoke about his background and role in the creation of the Historic
Preservation program at ISU, and how he was excited to finally be able to offer a class
project in Dubuque. Discussion of the purpose of their visit followed. At this point, all
seven students introduced themselves:
. Andrew Fackler, undergrad CRP, from Lake Zurich, IL
. Ethan Hansen, undergrad CRP, from lowa
. Melvin Masinde, undergrad CRP, from Kenya
. Jakob Sheraden, senior year CRP, from lowa
. Kendyl Landeck, Masters program CRP, from lowa
. Joun Hyunjung, Masters program CRP, from South Korea
. Spencer Hickman, undergrad CRP, from Colorado Springs, CO
Staff Member Wernimont suggested that the Commission provide introductions, which
commenced.
Discussion followed on:
. The most contentious cases seen before the Commission.
. The value of creation of Design Guidelines in following the Secretary of the
Interior Standards.
. The evolution of the community's appreciation and adoption of historic
preservation as an economic tool,
. The evolution of the commission's role from just regulatory toward a more
educational one.
. The importance of well-documented reports and surveys in order to provide fair
process and customer service.
ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
Mv DBQ App: Commissioner Klavitter reminded the Commission of the value of the My
DBQ app that allows the public to submit to the City concerns and photos of problems
for inspection and resolution.
Preservation Fair Update: Staff Member Olson reviewed that Commissioners Rapp,
Hilgendorf, Klavitter, and Clark had volunteered to serve on the planning committee.
Commissioner Daykin-Cassill expressed her desire to join. Staff Member Olson said
that she would set up a meeting prior to the next Commission meeting. Chairperson
Hilgendorf reviewed what the Preservation Fair would be.
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
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Architecture Days & Ken Krinqle 2019 Award Discussion (2018 Proiects):
Staff Member Olson reviewed the Architecture Days flier and involvement by the City,
noting the tour sites and presentation by Assistant Planner Wally Wernimont. She
reviewed the Ken Kringle Awards memo. Commissioners agreed to remove the
following items due to the fact that the Dubuque County Historical Society would already
be making awards for those properties, and although they are of value, for the sake of
time we don't want to be repetitive.
. Steeple of Steeple Square
. 396 W. Locust Street
Other properties that remain on the list include:
. 1246 Locust Street
. 1576 Locust Street
. 346-348 W. Locust Street
. 720 Central Avenue (Dubuque Co. Courthouse statues & roof restoration)
Commissioners added two projects to the list:
. 210 Jones Street (location for Creative Adventure Lab)
. 1358 Locust Street
Motion by Monk, seconded by Clark, to approve the updated list of six properties as
awardees at the upcoming Ken Kringle Awards on April 9, 2019. Motion carried by the
following vote: Aye — Clark, Daykin-Cassill, Rapp, Klavitter, Kopcyzk, Stuter, Monk,
McAndrews and Hilgendorf; Nay — none.
Work Plan Priorities Update: Staff Member Carstens presented the updated draft
Historic Preservation Commission Work Plan, noting the following.
. Survey & Registration Projects — remains a high priority, with the Montrose
Terrace Neighborhood being addressed through the ISU Historic Preservation
Planning Class. Other items are currently limited by time and funding available.
. Outreach & Education — newly suggested goal, aligned with Commission's focus,
and rated high priority. Staff Member Olson added that Commissioner Daykin-
Cassill will be added to the Preservation Fair Committee.
. NRHP District Entry Signs — changed to low priority due to lack of funding
available in budget. Staff Member Carstens explained that the goal doesn't meet
the criteria to compete with other community needs in the City budgeting process
at this time.
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. Economic Impact Study — changed to low priority due to lack of support. Staff
Member Carstens explained the City Council in FY18 challenged the HPC and
partners to raise 50°k of the costs from private sources in order to support the
remaining with City funding.
Discussion of the goals followed.
Motion by Monk, seconded by Daykin-Cassill, to approve the updated work plan as
presented, adding Commissioner Daykin-Cassill as a committee member under the
Outreach & Education Goal. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Clark, Daykin-
Cassill, Rapp, Klavitter, Kopcyzk, Stuter, Monk, McAndrews and Hilgendorf; Nay —
none.
FY2020 Department Budqet Update: Staff Member Carstens reviewed the budget and
discussion followed. She invited the Commission members to come to the final budget
hearing on March 7, 2019 as a means to request support of the budget and the
Commission's work.
For the CLG Annual Report — Trackinq Traininqs: Staff Member Olson reviewed the
process for tracking Historic Preservation activities for the CLG Annual Report required
by the state program. She requested that if Commissioners have relevant trainings that
might qualify for inclusion in the report, not already supported by the City, that they
provide them to her for inclusion.
2019 Preserve lowa Most Endanqered Properties: Staff Member Carstens indicated
that it was provided for the Commissioner's information.
Preserve lowa Summit Brochure: Staff Members Olson indicated the Summit
registration is not yet open, and reminded Commissioners the City can support
Commissions' attendance and participation.
ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Klavitter, seconded by Monk to adjourn the February 21 ,
2019 Commission meeting. Motion carried by the following vote: Aye — Clark, Daykin-
Cassill, Rapp, Klavitter, Kopcyzk, Stuter, Monk, McAndrews and Hilgendorf; Nay —
none.
The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager Adopted