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Carnegie Stout Library Landmark DesignationPlanning Services Department City Hall 50 West 13~ Street Dubuque, IA 52001-4864 (563) 589-4210 phone (563) 589-4221 fax (563) 690-6678 TDD planning@cityofdubuque.org THE CITY OF DUBUQUE Master of the Mississippi May 18, 2007 The Honorable Mayor and City Council City of Dubuque 50 W.13th Street Dubuque, IA 52001 RE: Carnegie-Stout Public Library -- Local Landmark Designation Dear Mayor and City Council Members: The Historic Preservation COmmission has reviewed the comments from the State Historical Society of Iowa regarding local landmark designation for Carnegie-Stout Public Library, 360 W. 11th Street. The Library is located in the Jackson Park HIstoric District. Discussion On February 15, 2007, the Historic PReservation Commission recommended approval of a nomination for landmark designation for the circa 1901 portion of Carnegie Stout Public Library submitted by the Library Board of Trustees. On May 17, 2007, the Historic Preservation Commission reviewed comments from the State Historical Society of Iowa regarding landmark designation for both the Library's circa 1901 structure as well as the 1979 addition. The Commission discussed landmark designation of the entire Library, and concurred with the State's recommendation. Recommendation By a vote of 5 to 0, the Historic PReservation Commission recomends that the City Council designate the entire Carnegie-Stout Public Library as a local landmark. Sincerely, Christine Olson, Chairperson Historic PReservation COmmission THE CTTY of DUB E MEMORANDUM Masterpiece o~n the Mississippi May 17, 2007 TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager SUBJECT: Nomination for Landmark Designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library On February 15, 2007, the Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval of a nomination for landmark designation for the circa 1901 portion of Carnegie Stout Public Library submitted by the Library Board of Trustees. The Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation on the nomination as a landmark then was filed with the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission. On March 14, 2007, the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission recommended to the City Council approval of the Carnegie Stout Public Library nomination for landmark designation for the cira 1901 portion in that the nomination is consistent with the general development plan, Zoning Ordinance, proposed public improvements, and any plans for the renewal of the area involved. Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens is transmitting comments from the State Historical Society of Iowa regarding nomination for landmark designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library. The State Historical Society of Iowa supports the nomination of the circa 1901 portion of the Carnegie Stout Public Library. The State further recommends that the 1979 portion be designated as a landmark as well. Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens recommends City Council approval of the landmark nomination for the entire library facility. I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval. ~ti Mi a I C. an Milligen MCVM/jh Attachment cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager 7'f•tE CT3'X i}F ~u~ ~ ~tladt'r~1.f'CL't?74 ~;rtt'1~~~fSSt~$i~1~i MEMORANDUM May 16, 2007 TO: Michael Van Milligen, City Manager FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager ~~~~ RE: Nomination for Landmark Designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library Introduction This memorandum transmits comments from the State Historical Society of Iowa regarding nomination for landmark designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library. The City Council has a public hearing regarding the nomination on May 21, 2007. Background The City currently has eight local landmarks listed in the Historic Preservation Ordinance: City Hall, County Courthouse, Four Mounds Estate, Old Jail, Mathias Ham House, William M. Black Steamboat, Shot Tower, and Julien Dubuque Monument. Under the Historic Preservation Ordinance, exterior renovations to local landmarks that require a building permit and are visible from public streets, alleys, sidewalks, or steps are regulated by the Historic Preservation Commission, just like buildings in local his#oric districts. Since the Public Library is in the Jackson Park Historic District, it is already regulated by the Historic Preservation Ordinance. Designation as a local landmark will not add any regulations, but will add additional recognition of the structure's local significance. Discussion On February 15, 2007, the Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval of a nomination for landmark designation for the circa 1901 portion of Carnegie Stout Public Library submitted by the Library Board of Trustees. The Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation on the nomination as a landmark then was filed with the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission. On March 14, 2007, the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission recommended to the City Council approval of the Carnegie Stout Public Library nomination for landmark designation for the circa 1901 portion in that the nomination is consistent with the general development plan, Zoning Ordinance, proposed public improvements, and any plans for the renewal of the area involved. Hisro~cnt. IovUA f A Division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs May 10, 2007 Ms.. Laura Carstens Planning Services Manager City of Dubuque City Hall 50 West 13~' Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001-48b4 IZE: SHPO Comments on LandmazkNomrnation-Carnegie Stout Public Library Deaz Ms. Carstens: Thank you for providing our• office with a copy of the nomination materials for the Carnegie Stout Public Librazy. We have reviewed the documentation you provided and have the following comments to offer. We concur with the recommendation to designate the Carnegie Stout Public Library as a local landmark.. We suggest, however, that the landmark nomination include in the designation the 1978 addition made to the original building. While the National Register nomination foam completed in 1974 predates the construction of the addition, ifthis property were to be nominated today, the nomination would treat the 1901 building and addition as one r~esoui•ce.. In addition, locally designating both the 1901 building and the addition will provide the preservation commission clear authority to review proposed work on the addition that may. affect (visually and/or physically} the historic library. Again, thank you for sending this nomination to us for comment. Ihank you also for the leadership you provide in Dubuque. Sincerely, ~~ Paula A.. Mohr GOOF-.+si IACL'S~ SixL~i, llFS Mo~~s, IA 50319-0?90 P: (515) 28]-G82G; Ed{{I[: Yhl:l l ~iOHRCQ IOR:~1 G0~ Prepared by: L aura Carstens City Planner Address: C~ Hall. 50 W. 13th St Telephone: 589-4210 Retum to: Jeanne Schneider City Clerk Address: City Hall- 50 W. 13 St 'felephone:589-4121 ORDINANCE NO. 27-07 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 25 (HISTORIC PRESERVATION) OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 25-6.15 flESI'GNATING THE CARNEGIE STOUT PUBLIC LIBRARY AS A LANDMARK Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission has recommended an amendment to Chapter 25 (Historic Preservation) of the~City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances designating the Carnegie Stout Public Library as a landmark; and Whereas, the City Council concurs with the designation of the Carnegie Stout Public Library as a landmark in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 25. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. Section 25-6 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby amended by adding the following new secction: Sec. 25-6.15. Carnegie Stout Public Library: The property hereinafter described is hereby designated as a landmark, according to the provisions of this chapter. The circa 1901 building situated on City LotS58A, City Lot 859, City Lot 660, balance of City Lot 658, commonly known as 360 West 11th Street. Section 2. This ordinance shall takeeffect immediately upon publication, as provided by law. Passed, approved and adopted this 21st day of May, 2007. Attest: Roy D. Buol, Mayor Kevin S. Firnstahl, Assistant City Clerk 0 Planning Services Department City Hall 50 West 13th Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001-4864 (563) 589-4210 office (563) 589-4221 fax (563) 690-6678 TDD planning@cityofdubuque.org www.cityofdubuque.org j'ugUG ~A2WG: 05.2~~07 The Honorable Mayor and City Council City of Dubuque 50 W.13th Street Dubuque, IA 52001 THE CITY OF DUB E ~~.~~ March 20, 2007 RE: Carnegie Stout Public Library -Nomination for Landmark Status Dear Mayor and City Council Members: Introduction The Library Board of Trustees has submitted an application nominating the original circa 1901 portion of the Carnegie Stout Public Library, 360 West 11th Street, as a City (local} Landmark. A communication from the Historic Preservation Commission, the staff report, and an ordinance are attached. Discussion The City has designated eight local landmarks: City Hall, Dubuque County Courthouse, Four Mounds Estate, Julien Dubuque Monument, Mathias Ham House, Old Jail, Shot Tower, and William M. Black Steamboat. Chapter 25 of the City Code (Historic Preservation Ordinance) requires the Historic Preservation Commission to make a determination upon the evidence as to whether the nominated landmark does or does not meet the criteria for designation. The Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation on the nomination as a landmark then is filed with the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission. After receipt of the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation, the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission reports to the City Council with respect to the relation of the nomination to the general development plan, zoning ordinance, proposed public improvements, and any plans for the renewal of the area involved. Upon submission of the report of the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission, the City Council sets the date of a public hearing on the nomination. The City Council then submits the proposed nomination to the State Historical Society of Iowa for review and recommendations at least 45 days prior to the date of the public hearing. After the public hearing, the City Council makes a decision on the landmark nomination. Service People Integrity Responsibility Irmovation Teamwork Carnegie Stout Public Library -Nomination for Landmark Status Page 2 Recommendation The Historic Preservation Commission has recommended approval of landmark designation for the original circa 1901 portion of the Camegie Stout Public Library as a City Landmark. The recommendation from the Historic Preservation Commission is attached. By a vote of 6 to 0, the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission recommends approval ofi the Carnegie Stout Public Library nomination for landmark designation in that the nomination is consistent with the general development plan, Zoning Ordinance, proposed public improvements, and any plans for the renewal of the area involved. The Long Range Planning Advisory Commission respectfully requests that the City Council forward the proposed ordinance and supporting documentation to the State Historical Society of Iowa and set a public hearing for May 21, 2007 to designate the Carnegie Stout Public Library as a City Landmark. Sincerely, Dr. Charles Winterwood, Chairperson Long Range Planning Advisory Commission Attachments cc: Susan Henricks, Library Director Planning Services Department City Hall 50 West 13th Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001-4864 (563) 589-4210 office (563) 589-4221 fax (563) 690-6678 TDD planning@cityofdubuque.org www.cityofdubuque.org Dr. Charles Winterwood, Chairperson Long Range Planning Advisory Commission 50 W. 13th Street Dubuque, IA 52001 _---°~ Txe crTx of ~~ ;_ ~ ~'`- ~~~s/ii~g, ~ ~/ February 28, 2007 RE: Nomination for Landmark Designation -Carnegie Stout Public Library, 360 W. 11th Street Dear Dr. Winterwood: On February 15, 2007, the Historic Preservation Commission reviewed the nomination for landmark designation of the Carnegie-Stout Public Library, 360 W. 11th Street. The Commission unanimously recommends landmark designation for the older portion of Carnegie Stout Public Library, finding the building is worthy of preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration because of its historic, architectural, and cultural significance to the city, state and nation. Sincerely, ~~~ ~~~ Christine Olson, Chairperson Historic Preservation Commission F:\USERS\Kmunson\WP\Boards-Commissions\HPC\Library Nomination letter from Chris Olson.doc Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA MEMORANDUM February 28, 2007 TO: Long Range Planning Advisory Commission FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager -~ RE: Nomination for Landmark Designation Carnegie Stout Public Library, 360 W. 11"' Street Introduction This memorandum transmits a nomination for landmark designation of Carnegie Stout Public Library, 360 W. il~' Street. Background On February 15, 2007, the Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing on the enclosed nomination for landmark designation for the public library. The Historic Preservation Commission has determined that the circa 1901 portion of the public library meets the criteria set forth in Chapter 25, the Historic Preservation ordinance, for designation of local landmarks. The next step in the nomination process is for the Long Range. Planning Advisory Commission to report to the City Council with respect to the relation of the nomination to the general development plan, zoning ordinance, proposed public improvements,. and any plans for renewal of the area involved. Discussion An extensive renovation of the 1901 and 1979 portions of the Camegie Stout Public Library are planned by the Library Board of Trustees. The proposed plan will reopen 8,000 square feet of space for public use. It also will restore many architectural features of the historic older portion. The estimated renovation cost is $5.3 miNion. Nomination for Landmark Designation Page 2 The City Council has made the library renovation a top priority. The City has committed to match a fundraising campaign and additional funds for "green" improvements. The public library is within the Jackson Park Historic District, which is listed both locally and nationally. The public library is in the Jackson Park Urban .Revitalization Area. Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the nomination for these reasons: The landmark designation of the older portion of the public library is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, which encourages renovation and recognition of historic structures. The landmark designation is consistent with the Zoning Ordinance, which seeks to preserve the property values and historic character of the community. The landmark designation is consistent with the proposed public improvements for renovation of the public library. Finally, the landmark designation is consistent with. the objectives of the Jackson Park Historic District and Urban Revitalization Area to conserve historic resources and revitalize targeted neighborhoods. Requested Action The requested action is for the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission to make a recommendation to the City Council regarding the nomination for landmark designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library. Enclosures /km cc Susan Henricks, Library Director F:\USERSUCmunson\WP\Boards-Commissions\LRPAC\Dr. Winterwod Mem re Landmark Designation_doc ~°~n°P MEMORANDUM DUB E ~~..~~ February 1, 2007 TO: Historic Preservation Commission FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager ~~~'~'~ RE: Nomination for Landmark Designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library Introduction This memorandum transmits a nomination for landmark designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library submitted by Library Director Susan Henricks at the direction of the Library Board of Trustees. The Historic Preservation Commission is required to hold a public hearing on a nomination for landmark designation. The public hearing on the landmark nomination for the Public Library is scheduled for the Commission's February 15 meeting. Local landmarks are listed in the City's Historic Preservation Ordinance. We currently have eight local landmarks: City Hall, County Courthouse, Four Mounds Estate, Old Jail, Mathias Ham House, William M. Black Steamboat, Shot Tower, and Julien Dubuque Monument. Review Criteria Chapter 25 of the City Code, the Historic Preservation Ordinance, defines a Landmark as: A property or structure designated by ordinance of the City Council ... that is worthy of preservation, rehabilitation or restoration because of its prehistoric, historic, architectural, archeological or cultural significance to the city, the state or nation. Chapter 25 also requires the Historic Preservation Commission to use the following criteria for consideration of a landmark nomination: (1) The nominated property, structure, object, site or area: a. Is of "architectural significance", as defined by this chapter; or b. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of the history of the city of Dubuque, Dubuque County, the state of Iowa or the nation; or Landmark Nomination for Public Library Page 2 of 3 c. Is associated with the lives of persons significant in the past of the city of Dubuque, Dubuque County, the state of Iowa or the nation; or d. Has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history; and (2) The structure, property, object, site or area has sufficient integrity of location, design, materials and workmanship to make it worthy of preservation or restoration; and (3) The structure, property, object, site or area is at least fifty (50) years old, unless the Commission determines that it has achieved significance within the past fifty (50) years and is of exceptional importance. Review Process Chapter 25 requires the Historic Preservation Commission to make a determination upon the evidence as to whether the nominated landmark does or does not meet the criteria for designation. The Commission's recommendation on the nomination as a landmark then is filed with the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission. After receipt of the Commission's recommendation, the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission reports to the City Council with respect to the relation of the nomination to the general development plan, zoning ordinance, proposed public improvements, and any plans for the renewal of the area involved. Upon submission of the report of the Planning Commission, the City Council sets the date of a public hearing on the nomination. The City Council then submits the proposed nomination to the State Historical. Society of Iowa for review and recommendations at least 45 days prior to the date of the public hearing. After the public hearing, the City Council makes a decision on the landmark nomination. Discussion The original 1901 building of the Carnegie-Stout Library is a Neo-Classical Revival style embodied in the main north entry with a Corinthian column temple front with full entablature and pedimented gable, an in-wall side porch (four columns), stone exterior and horizontal block scoring, stone faux voussoirs, attic lights with stone frames, cornice with modillions and rooftop balustrade. The original 1901 building has a parapet front with temple front entry, rectangular two story. plan with raised stone foundation (basement fully fenestrated) and water table; belt courses separate floor levels. The designer/ builder was Williamson & Spencer, architects, Chicago. The 1978-79 addition is now the entry. The addition is not eligible for the National Register or local landmark designation because it is less than 50 years old. Landmark Nomination for Public Library Page 3 of 3 The original 1901 building of the Public Library was listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 with local significance. The nomination is enclosed. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form prepared in 2004 indicates that the original 1901 building is significant under National Register Criterion C for distinctive architectural characteristics. The Site Inventory Form indicates that the Public Library is a contributing structure in the Jackson Park Historic District. The Site Inventory Form includes a map that shows the Public Library in relation to the district boundaries. Under the Historic Preservation Ordinance, exterior renovations to local landmarks that require a building permit and are visible from public streets, alleys, sidewalks, or steps are regulated by the Historic Preservation Commission, just like buildings in local historic districts. Since the Public Library is in the Jackson Park Historic District, it is already regulated by the Historic Preservation Ordinance. Designation as a local landmark will not add any regulations, but will add additional recognition of the structure's local significance. Recommendation Planning Services staff recommends approval of the landmark nomination for the Carnegie Stout Public Library because the property meets Historic Preservation Ordinance landmark designation criteria (1), (2) and (3) above. An amendment to the Historic Preservation Ordinance listing the original 1901 building of the Public Library as a landmark is enclosed. Action Stea The requested action step is for the Historic Preservation Commission to review the criteria for consideration of a landmark nomination, and then make a recommendation with respect to landmark designation for the Carnegie Stout Public Library. Enclosures cc: Susan Henricks, Library Director Michael Van Milligen, City Manager Prepared by: Laura Carstens. City Planner Address: City HaIL 5QW.13th St Telephone: 589-421a Return to: Jeanne Schneider. City Clerk Address: City HaIF 50 W.13~ Telephone: 583-4121 ORDINANCE NO. -07 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 25 (HISTORIC PRESERVATION) OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 25-6.15 DESIGNATING THE CARNEGIE STOUT PUBLIC LIBRARY AS A LANDMARK Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission has recommended an amendment to Chapter 25 (Historic Preservation) of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances designating the Camegie Stout Public Library as a landmark; and Whereas, the City Council concurs with the designation of the Camegie Stout Public Library as a landmark in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 25. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. Section 25-6 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances is hereby amended by adding the following new section: Sec. 25-6.15. Camegie Stout Public Library: The property hereinafter described is hereby designated as a landmark, according to the provisions of this chapter. The buildings situated on City Lot 658A, City Lot 659, City Lot 660, balance of City Lot 658, commonly known as 360 West 11 ~' Street Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon publication, as provided by law. Passed, approved and adopted this day of , 2007. Attest: Roy D. Buol, Mayor Kevin S. Fimstahl, Assistant City Clerk Tl3E QTY OF DUB E ~~ihvi.~,~a PLANNING APPLICATION FORM City of Dubuque Planning Services Department Dubuque, IA 52001-4864 Phone: 563-589-4210 Fax: 563-589-4221 ^Variance ^Rezoning ^Simple Site Plan ^Annexation ^Condifional Use Permit ^Planned District ^Minor Site Plan ^Temporary Use Permit ^Appeal ^Preliminary Plat ^Major Site Plan ^Certificate of Economic Non-Viability ^Special Exception ^Minor Final Plat ^Major Final Plat ^Certificate of Appropriateness ^Limited Setback Waiver ^Text Amendment ^Simple Subdivision Other: Local Landmark Please type or print legibly in ink Property owner(s): City of Dubuque (library) Phone: 589-4210 Address: City Hall - 50 W. 13~' Street City: Dubuaue State: Iowa Zip: 52001 Fax Number: Mobile/Cellular Number: Applicant/Agent: Susan Henricks, Library Director Phone: 589-4126 Address: 360 W. 11"' Street City: Dubuque State: Iowa Zip: 52001 Fax Number: 589-4217 Mobile/Cellular Number: Site location/address: 360 W. 11"' Street Existing zoning: OR Proposed zoning: Historic District: Jackson Park Landmark: Legal Description (Bidwell parcel ID# or lot number/block number/subdivision): City Lot 658A. City Lot 659, City Lot 660, balance of City Lot 658 (PIN 10 24 458 001) Total properly (lot) area (square feet or acres): Describe proposal and reason necessary (attach a letter of explanation, if needed): Listing of Carnegie- Stout Public Library as a local landmark. CERTIFICATION: I/we, the undersigned, do hereby certify that: 1. The information submitted herein is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and upon submittal becomes public record; 2. Fees are not refundable and payment does not guarantee approval; and 3. All additional required written and graphic materials are attached. Property Owner(s): Date: Applicant/Agent: , (,~~(,~'~,~ /Z~C~„ Date: ] - ~/ ~ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY -APPLICATION SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST Fee: Received by: Date: ^ Site/sketch plan ^ Conceptual Development Plan ^Photo Docket: ^ Plat ^ Improvement plans ^ Design review project description ^ Floor plan ^ Other: SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN HOW TO COMPLETE NATIONAL REG/STER FORMS TYPE ALL ENTRIES-- COMPLETE APPLICABLE SECTIONS Q NAME HISTORIC CARNEGIE-STOUT PUBLIC LIBRARY AND/OR COMMON r CARNEGIE-STOUT FREE LIB>'~ARY ©LOCATION STREET>E NUMBER E1 eventh and $1 uff Streets -NOT FOR PUBLICATION CITY, TOWN CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT DUbUQUe VICINITY OF SeCOnd STATE ~ CODE COUNTY CO E Iowa 14 Dubuque 06~ CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY -DISTRICT XBUIIDINGIS) -STRUCTURE -SITE -OBJECT OWNERSHIP X PUBLIC -PRIVATE -BOTH PUBLIC ACQUISITION .IN PROCESS -BEING CONSIDERED STATUS XOCCUPIED _UNOCCUPIED -WORK IN PROGRESS ACCESSIBLE YES: RESTRICTED YES: UNRESTRICTED PRESENT USE -AGRICULTURE -MUSEUM _COMMERGAL -PARK ~EDUCATIDNAL -PRIVATE RESIDEir -ENTERTAINMENT _REUGIOUS -GOVERNMENT -SCIENTIFIC _INDUSTRIAL ,_TRANSPORTATIOI _NO -MILITARY -OTHER: -, OWNER OF PROPERTY NAME Ci t of Dubu ue STREET 8 NUMBER CITY. TOWN STATE Dubu ue _, VICINITY OF I Owd . ©LOCATION OF LEGAL DESCRIPTION COURTHOUSE. REGISTRY OFOEEDS,ETC. Dubuque County Courthouse ~ STREET iJt NUMBER 720 Central Avenue aTY. Tow N STATE b e Iowa REPRESENTATION IN EXISTING SURVEYS TITLE DATE DEPOSITORY FOR SURVEY RECORDS CITY. TOW N -FEDERAL -STATE -COUNTY -.LOCAL STATE DESCRIPTION CONDITION CHECK ONE CHECK ONE XEXCELLENT -DETERIORATED X UNALTERED XORIGINAL SITE _G000 -RUINS -.-ALTERED -MOVED DATE -FAIR -UNEXPOSED DESCRIBE THE PRESENT AND ORIGINAL (iF KNOWN) PHYSICAL APPEARANCE The Carnegie-Stout Public Library is ~ two-story rectangular structure, measuring ~~ a roximately 143 feet by 76 feet, with an exposed basement story. Constructed in 19'01, PP its style is fully that of the Classical Beaux Arts. The exterior walls on the north and west which front Eleventh and Bluff Streets, respectively, are built of buff Limestone from Bedford, Indiana. The south and east walls of the library are of white brick. The north wall, which fronts Eleventh Street, is the primary facade and entrance to the building. It is composed of seven bays of which the center five receive a hexastyle, Roman Corinthian portico modelled after that found on the Pantheon in Rome. The fluted columns are matched with pilasters behind on the wall. The entablature above the columns carries the inscription, "Carnegie-Stout Free Library," In the center of the pediment above the entablature is a wreath encircling the year, 1901. Atop the pediment is a prominent stone anthemion. Veiling the slightly sloping hip roof of the library. is a classical stone balustrade which intersects the pediment of the entrance portico as a pair of flanking stone panels, Beneath the balustrade is a richly articulated, modillioned cornice wfiich also is used in the pediment. The entablature of the portico continues around the building below the cornice. Rising from sidewalk level to the-portico is a three bay wide set of monumental steps. Flanking rectangular masses of stone on either side of the steps carry ornate Classical Beaux Arts lamp posts. The center three bays of the facade at first floor level con- tain tall entrance doors with Roman styled windows above. On either side of the front steps were entry ways leading into the basement entrance, which is no longer used. The single-end brays of the facade which are not covered by the portico are treated in the same manner as the flanking bays of the west facade. The west facade is composed of a~central three bay tetra-style portico in antis and recessed from the facade, flanked by five bays on either side. At the basement level are basically square windows, the heights of which vary with the slope of the sidewalk. These windows are set in a horizontally rusticated stone wall, which continues unbroken to a belt course just below the sills of the second floor windows. The first floor windows employ double- hung one-over-one sash with voussoirs similarly rusticated to match that of the wall surface. The second floor windows are double-hunk and square, with panes set in a Roman styled configuration, as are the upper sash of the first .floor windows. The second floor window stpne window frames in analogous to the Palazii Massimi in Rome. An entablature, cornice, and balustrade identical to those on the north are carried , above the windows. The. central portico on the west front is a copy of that on the north, but without a pediment and monumental stpes. A single door at street level is found in the central bay. The east and south sides reflect the north and west side in fenestration, but are much more simplified in detail, being constructed. of white brick. The interior remains little altered with elaborate classical plasterwork, ornate copper railings and light fixtures, marble flooring, varnished white oak woodwork, The plan remains essentially the same, despite some functional changes in various rooms. An elaborate central rotunda serves to unite the circulation of the building. Also of note is the double tiered bookstack area with a thick, transluscent glass floor separating the two tiers. A contemporary account describes the interior arrangement of rooms: The main entrance through "a large column portico leading through a vestibule with three pairs of doors into the main corridor and rotunda. The vestibule and corridor are 43 x 22.6 and are flanked on the west side by the general reading room. Each of these rooms is 46 x 24.6 d 1 windows The corridor is separated from these rooms by and ~s laghte by seven arge walls on either side with pilasters and five arches on imposts, and a screen wall five orm No. 1Q-3E10a Ftev. 7 0- 74) U NITtU STATES D~ PARTMtNT Of- TH>r I NTIrRIUR FOR NPS USE OiVLY NATIONAL PARK SERVICE RECEFVEI7J~~N 1 7 i9~5 NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES ~ ,G~$ INVENTORY -- NOMINATION FORM DATE ENT~F~ED pUG CONTINUATION SHEET ITEM NUMBER pgGE Carnegie-Stout Public Library Seven Two feet high placed between the pilasters. These pilasters are to be in the corinthian order with the decoration of the same order carried out in the cornices and ceiling. The screen wall will have Italian marble base, and oak panelled wainscoting above the base. The vestibule walls will be wainscoted with Italian marble to a height of five feet, and both vestibule and corridor will have marble floors. At the south end of the main corridor and placed at the right angle to it is the rotunda, measuring 3$ x 22 feet. In the ceiling of this rotunda there is a light well l3 feet in diameter, through which light is admitted from a dome in the roof over the upper story. At the east side of the rotunda is the main staircase Teading to the basement and upper story. On the west side is placed the librarian's room, and a staircase communicating with a side entrance on Bluff Street and with the basement. At the southwest corner of the rotunda is the entrance to the cataloguer's room. The delivery desk is placed in a continuation of the rotunda on the south side of it. This desk is octagon in shape with a diameter of fifteen feet... ..At the southeast corner of the rotunda is a reference room 23 x 14 feet with a students; room attached. These two rooms are only entered from the stack room. Immediately behind the delivery desk is the large stack room 45 x 72 feet and 27 feet high, from floor to the underside of the trusses. This room is lighted by large windows on three sides and by a skylight 44 x 18 feet...The rotunda is oramented by eight circular corinthian columns, with frieze and cornice above giving a similar but richer affect to that produced in the main corridor; the floor of the rotunda will be marble." --- From a description by the architect. Dubuque Sunday Herald, September 15, 1901 : SIGNIFICAi~TCE PERIOD AREAS OF SIGNIFICANCE -- CHECK AND JUSTIFY BELOW -PREHISTORIC ~RCHEULUGY-PREHISTORIC -COMMUNITY PLANNING _LANOSCAPE ARCHITECTURE -RELIGION _1400-1499 -ARCHEOLOGY-NISTORIC 1600-1699 J-GRICULTURE -1800.1899 ARCHITECTURE _.}700.1799 ART 1800-1899 -COMMERCE x1900- COMMUNICATIONS -CONSERVATION -LAW -ECONOMICS X LITERATURE -EDUCATION -MILITARY -ENGINEERING -MUSIC _EXPLOflATION/SETTLEMENT PHILOSOPHY _INOUSTRY -INVENTION -POLITICS/GOVERNMENT _SCIENCE -SCULPTURE -SOGIAVHUMANITARIAN THEATER _tRANSPORTATION -OTHER (SPECIFY) SPECIFIC GATES 1901 BUILDER/ARCHITECT Architect--W. G. Wi 11 i amson & John Spencer STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE , The primary area of significance lies in the outstanding architectura] merit of this building. One of the most ~gant buildings constructed in Iowa in the Classical tradition of the Beaux Arts, it is perhaps the finest extant example of that style in the state. A truly exceptional feature of the building is the extremely well-preserved interior, which faces a very uncertain future, Current .plans call for an addition to be built on a lot neighboring the library with the current library to be gutted and refitted for warehousing, stack areas, and bookmobile garage space, It should be emphasized that these are the plans of the library administration, The local populace is generally ignorant of these plans and favors the preservation of this building, At present the state of preservation of the library is excellent, Aside from the architectural value of the building, there are several other prominent areas of significance, The library has been gifted over the years with various works of art, most which date from the period of thQ,erection of the building, Two are especially noteworthy. They are "Victorian Survival and "The Barter,"both painted by Grant Woodl Hung on the wall of the second floor rotunda, NVictorian Survival" shares an ambience with the. rich interior which, like the painting, represents one of the final gasps~of Victorian culture. The library also houses the private collection of Senator William 6,_Allisoii/ prominent Congressman of the late nineteenth century, This library contains a number oi; rare and invaluable books and is kept in a specially designed fireproof room, Coupled with the collection of 20,000 books formerl owned by the Young Men's Literary Associ~.ation {the predecessor of the present Library, an invaluable collection of books is formed. Altogether, this is an example of the Carnegie Library par excellence. Its history reflects the tremendous popularity of the library building program of Carnegie. The initial gift of $60,000.00 by Mr. Carnegie met an enthusiastic local respo~e which manifested itself in the gift of a lot for the library worth $20.,000.00 by r. Stout and a gift of $25,000.00 by the Young Men's Literary Club. Following a period of massive urban renewal in the 1960's, feeling again is running high for the preservation of local buildings of architectural merit, Given the proper impetus, a repetition of the early enthusiasm for the Library may again occur. The architects for the library were the firm of W. G. Williamson and John Spencea~' of Chicago, ~~ ~MAjOR BIBLIOGRAPHICAL REFERENCES Oarnegie-Stout Free Public Library Annual Reports -- 1907-1924 The Sunday Herald -September 15, i901 GEOGRAPHICAL DATA ,~~~ n K ACREAGE OF NOMINATED PROPERTY l eSS than .one acre t? ~ UTM REFERENCES A15 6'9~*~ ~o ~0--1~~?1 ~~ .~~,~ff C Z_ ONE FASTING NOR IHINGI f D ZONEr FASTING NORTHING ~` .~...•.. _~..-~--------- ~ r ~, _ L,,J I f 1 f l r l L_~ I i f r ~ f LIST ALL STATES AND COUNTIES FOR PROPERTIES OVERLAPPING STATE OR COUNTY 80UNDARIES STATE CODE COUNTY CODE STATE CODE COUNTY CODE mFORM PREPARED BY NAME /TITLE Da ' d ORGANIZATION GATE __ Colombia Iniv rei ~Y-Sch~n1 of Ar~j o~+~~Ne May 13, 1974 STREET Ei NUMBER TELEPHONE "-" 185 South Grandview Avenue CITY OR TOWN STATE Dubuque Iowa STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER CERTIFICATION THE EVALUATED SIGNIFICANCE OF THIS PROPERTY WITHIN THE STATE IS: NATIONAL .~ STATE LOCAL .Z As the designated State Historic Preservation Officer for the fU~t~ona~ Historic Preservaiion.Aet of 1966 (Public Law 89-665}. I hereby nominate this property for inclusion in the National Register and certify that it has been evaluated according to the criteria and procedures set forth by the National Park Serve ~ .~ , n STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATIGN OFFICER SIGNATURE /j~~ DATE 6/6/~~ IS INCt,t~DED IN TI~~ ItiATIQfVAL i~GIS"~~R DATIr ~ " ~ ~ / I tam ItJN ~ f ~7 DATE ~-f ""/~ __•,,...... ., s~, sin<r tvt~/YL rSCl7[.'~ l trtl GPO 88B•4~3 Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 31-00552 ^ New ®Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ®Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (December 1, 1999} Relationship: ®Contributing ^ Noncontributing ^ Contributes to a potential district with et unknown boundaries National Register Status:(any that apply) Listed ^ De-listed ^ NHL ^ DOE 9-Digit SHPO Review & Compliance Number ^ Non-Extant (enter year) 1. Name of roperty historic name Carnegie Stout Library other names/site number 2. Location street & number 360 West 11th city or town Dubuque Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Name (If Urban) Subdivision ® building(s) ^ district ^ site ^ structure ^ object (Check only one box) ^ vicinity, county Dubuque Township No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter enter 0 buildings 1 0 buildings sites _ _ sites _ structures _ _ structures _ objects _ objects _ 0 Total 1 0 Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter "NIA" if the property is not part of a muRiple property examination). True _ _ Historical An;hitedure! Data Base Number 6. Function or Use HlStorlC FurICt10DS (EMer categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) 05-Education/05C-library 05-Education/05C-1 ibrarv (Enter categories from instructions) O6-Late 19tH 8~ 20tH Century Revivals 06C-Classical Revival (Enter categories from instructions) foundation Stone walls stone roof. Asahalt other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) Applicable National Register Criteria (Mario "x" representing your opinion of eligibility after applying n:levant National tteg~ster cnrenai ^ Yes ^ No ®More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ^ Yes ^ No ®More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes ^ No ^More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. ^ Yes ^ No ®More Research Recommended D Property yields significant informaY~on in archaeology or history. County Dubuque Address 360 West 11th City Dubuque Site Number 31-00552 District Number Criteria Considerations ^ A Owned by a religious instftution or used ^ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ^ F A commemorative property. ^ B Removed from its original location. ^ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past ^ C A birthplace or grave. 50 years. ^ D A cemetery Area8 of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) Architecture Significant Dates Construction date 1901 ^ check if circa or estimated date Other dates 1978-79 Significant Person ArchitecdBuilder (Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect N/A Spencer. John/Williamson. W. W. Builder Unknown Narrative Statement of Significance (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 9. Major Bibliographical References Bibliography Q9 See continuation sheet for citations of the books articles and other sources used in preparing this fonn 10. Geographic Data UTM References (OPTIONAL) Zone Fasting Northing Zone Fasting Northirrg~ 1 _ 2 _ 3 _ 4 ^ See continuation sheet for additional IJTM references or comments 11. Form Prepared By name/title James E. Jacobsen organization History Pavs! Historic Preservation Consulting Firm date June 15. 2004 street ~ number 4411 Ingersoll Avenue telephone 515-274-3625 city or town Des Moines state IA zip code 50312 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION (Submit the folla~ring items with the completed form) FOR ALL PROPERTIES 1. Map: showing the property's location in a town/city or township. 2. Sine plan: showing position of buildings and structures on the site in relation to public road(s). 3. Photographs: representative black and white photos. If the photos are taken as part of a survey for which the Society is to be curator of the negatives or Dolor slides, a photo%atalog sheet needs to be included with the negatives/slides and the following needs to be provided below on this particular inventory site: Roll/slide sheet # 7467 Frame/slot # 12 Date Taken Sept. 2003 Roll/slide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Takert RolUslide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Taken 8 See continuation sheet or attached photo & slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries. Photoslllustrations without negatives are also in this site inventory file. FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL 1. Farmstead & District: (List of structures and buildings, known or estimated year built, and contributing ornon-contributing status) 2. Bam: a. A sketch of the frame/truss configuration in the form of drawing a typical middle bent of the bam. b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one side. c. A sketch floor plan of the interior space arran ements along with the barn's exterior dimensions in feet State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) Use Only Below This Llne Concur with above survey opinion on National Register e/igibility.~ Yes ^ No ^ More Research Recommended ^ This is a locally designated property or part of a locally designated district. Comments: Evaluated by (name/title): Date: w Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 31-00552 Iowa Site Inventory. Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet Pa e 1 Carnegie Stout Library Dubuque Name of Property County 360 West 11th Dubuque Address City 7. Narrative Description: This property is located in the Jackson Park Historic District. Style/Year: 1901, 1978-79, Neo Classical Revival style embodied in the main north entry with Corinthian column temple front with full entablature and pedimented gable, an in-wall side porch (four columns), stone exterior and horizontal block scoring, stone faux voussoirs, attic lights with stone frames, comics with modillions and rooftop balustrade. Designer/Builder: Williamson & Spencer, architects, Chicago John Spencer was architect of Frank D. Stout house across the- street. Physical Description: parapet front with temple front entry, rectangular two story plan with raised stone foundation (basement fully fenestrated) and water table.. Belt courses separate floor levels. Alterations: major addition to east, window replacement. Permits note re-roofing in 1991 ($56,000), addition and remodeling 1979 ($705,568), remodel reference office 1995 ($37,194}. Landscaping/Setting: prominent corner lot, fronts north. Annex is now the entry. 8. Narrative Statement of Significance: Special Significance; Camegie Stout Library Original Owner/Builder: Building History: the addition cost $705,568 in 1979 (permit), being addressed as 360 West 10~'. Sylvia L. Scott owned the parcel when it was sewered. Money for library was donated by Andrew Carnegie and land was donated by Frank D. Stout, hence the Carnegie-Stout library National Register of Historic Places in 1975 9. Major Bibliographical References: Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, 1884, 1891, 1909/36 Dubuque City Directories, 1902, 1915, 1925, 1934 Bruce Kriviskey, Dubuque, Iowa-Architectural Survey 1978/1979, Atlas of City Wide and District Survey Maps, Dubuque; n.p., c.1979 Dubuque County Assessor's Data Newspapers and other primary sources as noted in the text above. Historical photographs, Center For Dubuque History, Loras College ' ' ~ ' Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 31-00552 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet Page 2 Carnegie Stout Library Dubuque Name of Property County 360 West 11th Dubuque Address City 10. Additional Documentation: Map: r n . ,.. \: ~ ... Ck -~_ ~. ~. ~` ,~, ,~,• •-_~' ~ 1 kf \~, ~~~~.~. - ~l~'~. ~. -- ~_