Expansion of Conservation District to Include 553 E. 14th Street Copyright 2014
City of Dubuque Action Items # 7.
ITEM TITLE: Expansion of Conservation District to Include 553 E. 14th
Street
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending approval of the expansion of
the Washington Neighborhood Conservation District to
include 553 E. 14th Street.
ORDINANCE Amending Title 16 of the City of Dubuque
Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by
amending Article 10-11-A-4 pertaining to expansion of the
Washington Street Neighborhood Conservation District
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion
A
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Expansion of Conservation Districtto Include 553 E. City Manager Memo
14th Street-MVM Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
Application Supporting Documentation
Map Supporting Documentation
Iowa Site Inventory Form Supporting Documentation
City Assessor's Record Supporting Documentation
Ordinance Ordinance
Staff Letter to Herbst Supporting Documentation
Letter from Herbst Supporting Documentation
Suggested Motion Supporting Documentation
THE CITY OF Dubuque
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Expansion of Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street
DATE: September 1, 2016
Planning Services Manager recommends City Council approval of the expansion of the
Washington Neighborhood Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
Mic ael C. Van Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager __6f�
SUBJECT: Expansion of Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street
DATE: September 1, 2016
INTRODUCTION
As requested, this memorandum transmits for City Council action an expansion of the
Washington Neighborhood Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street, a historically
significant structure which potentially could be demolished.
BACKGROUND
The property at 553 E. 14th Street recently was sold, and the new owner contacted a local
developer to ask if he would be interested in any of the salvage (limestone) left over from the
demolition of the building. It appears that the new owner plans to tear the house down to
construct for a parking lot in that location.
The stone house located at 553 E. 14th Street is re Civil-War era and one of the oldest
remaining buildings in Dubuque. The Iowa Site Inventory Form for this property (with a different
address) identifying the building's historic significance and a map are enclosed.
DISCUSSION
Under the Unified Development Code, a Conservation District is defined as "an area designated
by ordinances of the city council which:
A. Has defined geographic boundaries;
B. Contains contiguous pieces of property under diverse ownership;
C. Encompasses areas of historically and architecturally significant buildings, sites,
structures, objects, or districts, including potential national or local historic districts; and
D. Is important to maintain and preserve for its economic and social value and as a
neighborhood or area of affordable housing."
The City has designated nine (9) Conservation Districts. Conservation District designation
prevents a building from being demolished in whole or in part without first obtaining approval
from the Historic Preservation Commission or under the direct order of the Building Official if the
building were to be declared unsafe. That order cannot happen without first obtaining a written
report to that effect from a licensed engineer.
Section 16-10-8 B. of the Unified Development Code provides that: "Any person may request
that the city council establish, expand or alter a conservation district. The process for
establishment, expansion or alteration of a conservation district is as follows:
1. A written request for the establishment, expansion or alteration of a conservation
district must be submitted to the City Clerk. At its next regular meeting following receipt
of the request by the city clerk, the city council may approve or deny the request, set
the request for consideration at a subsequent meeting, set the request for a public
hearing, or refer the request to the commission for a recommendation before voting on
the request.
2. At its next regular meeting, if a referral is made to it by the city council, the commission
will review the request, and make a recommendation to the city council to approve or
deny the request, or to table the request for additional information for a specified
period not to exceed sixty (60) days. Failure of the commission to act on the request
within the sixty (60) day period, unless the applicant requests and the commission
grants an extension of such time, constitutes commission approval thereof. The
recommendation of the commission will be transmitted to the city clerk. The city clerk
will promptly transmit the recommendation and the application to the city council for its
consideration. In determining whether to recommend approval or denial of the request,
the commission will consider whether the proposed conservation district, or the
expansion or alteration of the district, has historic or architectural significance to the
community.
3. At its next regular meeting following receipt of the recommendation of the commission
by the city clerk, the city council will approve or deny the request, or refer the
nomination back to the commission for modification.
RECOMMENDATION
The Iowa Site Inventory Form for this property (with a different address) identifies the building's
historic significance. Furthermore, the form indicates that the building is eligible for the National
Register of Historic Places under three of the four criteria considered for listing in the National
Register. There is no protection from demolition for this property currently, and if presented with
an application for demolition permit, the Planning Services staff would have no recourse but to
sign off on it. Therefore, Conservation District designation is recommended.
REQUESTED ACTION
The requested action is for the City Council to approve an expansion of the Washington
Neighborhood Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street
Enclosures
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Phone: 563-589-4210
Fax: 563-589-4221
plannina(acitvofdubuaue org
PLANNING APPLICATION FORM
❑Variance ❑Preliminary Plat ❑Simple Subdivision ❑Certificate of Appropriateness
❑Conditional Use Permit ❑Major Final Plat ❑Text Amendment ❑Advisory Design Review(Public Projects)
❑Appeal ❑Minor Final Plat ❑Temporary Use Permit ❑Certificate of Economic Non-Viabilitv
❑Special Exception ❑Simple Site Plan ❑Annexation WHistoric Designation conservation District
❑Limited Setback Waiver ❑Minor Site Plan ❑Historic Revolving Loan [-]Demolition
❑Rezoning/PUD/ID El Major Site Plan ❑Historic Housing Grant ❑Port of Dubuque Design Review
Please type or print legibly in in
Property owner(s):Juanita K. and Donald J. Herbst, Sr. Phone: Don: 563-590-0384
Address: 891 Kaufmann Avenue City: Dubuque State: IA Zip: 52001
Fax#: Cell #: E-mail:
Applicant/Agent: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager Phone: 563.589.4110
Address: City Hall - 50 W. 13th St. City: Dubuque State:LA Zip:52001
Fax#: 563.589.4149 cell #: E-mail: ctymgr@cityofdubuque.org
Site location/address: 553-563 E. 14th Street Neighborhood Association: N/A
Existing zoning: HI Proposed zoning: HI District: N/A Landmark: ❑ Yes N No
Legal Description (Sidwell parcel ID# or lot number/block number/subdivision):
Total property(lot)area (square feet or acres): PIN 1024289015: 0.12 Acres; 5,200 SF.
Describe proposal and reason necessary (attach a letter of explanation, if needed): An expansion of the Washington
Neighborhood Conservation District to include 553-563 E. 14th Street, a historically significant structure which
potentially could be demolished. See enclosed memorandum and attachments for more information.
CERTIFICATION: I/we,the undersigned,do hereby certify/acknowledge that:
1. It is the property owner's responsibility to locate property lines and to review the abstract for easements and restrictive
covenants.
2. The information submitted herein is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and upon submittal becomes public
record;
3. Fees are not refundable and payment does not guarantee approval; and
4. All additional required written and graphic materials are attached.
Property Owner(s): Date: (/n
Applicant/Agent: — Date: S
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY—APPLICATION SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
Fee: $0.00 Received by: I . Carstens Date: 9/6/16 Docket: N/A
Statement of Significance
(use additional pages as needed)
Please describe how the property, structure, object, site or area is historically
significant and meets the criteria for nomination:
The stone house located at 553-563 E. 14th Street is pre Civil-War era and one of the
oldest remaining buildings in Dubuque. The Iowa Site Inventory Form for this property
(with an address of 563 E. 14th Street) identifies the building's historic significance.
Furthermore, the form indicates that the building is eligible for the National Register of
Historic Places under three of the four criteria considered for listing in the National
Register. Note: the enclosed Assessor's Record indicates the property tax description
as LOTS 1 & 2 BOTH OF LOT 282 EAST DUBUQUE NO. 2 553-563 EAST 14TH ST.
Under the Unified Development Code, a Conservation District is defined as "an area
designated by ordinances of the city council which:
A. Has defined geographic boundaries;
B. Contains contiguous pieces of property under diverse ownership;
C. Encompasses areas of historically and architecturally significant buildings, sites,
structures, objects, or districts, including potential national or local historic districts;
and
D. Is important to maintain and preserve for its economic and social value and as a
neighborhood or area of affordable housing."
The City has designated nine (9) Conservation Districts, Including the Washington
Street Neighborhood Conservation District. Conservation District designation
prevents a building from being demolished in whole or in part without first obtaining
approval from the Historic Preservation Commission or under the direct order of the
Building Official if the building were to be declared unsafe. That order cannot happen
without first obtaining a written report to that effect from a licensed engineer.
Section 16-10-8 B. of the Unified Development Code provides that: "Any person may
request that the city council establish, expand or alter a conservation district.
There is no protection from demolition for this property currently, and if presented with
an application for demolition permit, the Planning Services staff would have no
recourse but to sign off on it. Therefore, Conservation District designation is
recommended with expansion of the Washington Street Neighborhood Conservation
District. Expansion of this district is further supported by the Washington
Neighborhood Strategic Plan.
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Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 31-01039 ❑ New N 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 yet 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 Property
historic name
other names/site number _Raymond P. McDonald Residence
2. Location
street& number 563 East 141h Street
city or town Dubuque ❑ vicinity, county
Legal Description:(If Rural)Township Name Township No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter
(If Urban) Subdivision Sub of 282 E. Dub. Add. Block(s) Lot(s)2
3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section]
4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section]
5. Classification
Category of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property
N building(s) If Non-Eligible Property If Eligible Property, enter number of-
L] district Enter number of: Contributing Noncontributing
❑ site _ buildings 1 _ buildings
❑ structure sites sites
❑ object _ structures _ _ structures
objects _ objects
Total 1 Total
Name of related project report or multiple property study(Enter"N/A"if the property is not part of a multiple property examination).
Title Historical Architectural Data Base Number
Architectural & Historical Resources of Dubuque: 1833-1955 (Rev.)
6. Function or Use
Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions)
01B0l Multiple Dwelling: Duplex 01BOI Multiple Dwelling: Duplex
7. Description
Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Materials (Enter categories from instructions)
09A04 Other: Side Gable 2 story foundation 04 Stone
walls 04 Stone
roof 08A Asphalt Shingles
other 02 Wood
Narrative Description (N SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS,WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED)
8. Statement of Significance
Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark Y representing your opinion of eligibility after applying relevant National Register criteria)
N Yes ❑ No N More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events.
N Yes ❑ No N More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons.
N Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics.
❑Yes ❑ No N More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history.
County _ Address 563 East 141h Street Site Number 31-01039
City Dubuque District Number
Criteria Considerations
❑A Owned by a religious institution 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
Areas of Significance(Enter categories from instructions) Significant Dates
Construction date
02 Architecture c.1850-60 ® check if circa or estimated date
Other dates
Significant Person Architect/Builder
(Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect
N/A Unknown
Builder
Unknown
Narrative Statement of Significance (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED)
9. Major Bibliographical References
Bibliography ®See continuation sheet for citations of the books,articles and other sources used in preparing this form
10. Geographic Data
UTM References(OPTIONAL)
Zone Easting Northing Zone Easting Northing
1 — 2 —
3 — 4 —
❑See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments
11. Form Prepared By
name/title Molly Myers Naumann
organization Consultant date June 19. 2003
street& number 167 West Alta Vista telephone 641-682-2743
city or town Ottumwa state IA zip code 52501-1437
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION (Submit the following items with the completed form)
FOR ALL PROPERTIES
1. Map:showing the property's location in a town/city or township.
2. Site 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 color slides, a photo/catalog 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# 7462 Frame/slot# 3 Date Taken 9-02
Roll/slide sheet# 7468 Frame/slot# 19 Date Taken 5-11-03
Roll/slide sheet# Frame/slot# Date Taken _
❑ See continuation sheet or attached photo&slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries.
❑ Photos/illustrations 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 or non-contributing status)
2. Barn:
a. A sketch of the frame/truss configuration in the forth of drawing a typical middle bent of the barn.
b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one side.
c. A sketch floor plan of the interior space arrangements along with the barn's exterior dimensions in feet.
State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO) Use Only Below This Line
Concur with above survey opinion on National Register eligibility: ❑ Yes❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended
❑ This is a locally designated property or part of a locally designated district.
Comments:
Evaluated by(name/title): Date:
Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs
State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 31-01039
Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number
Continuation Sheet
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Name of Property County
563 East 14th Street Dubuque
Address City
7. Narrative Description:
This two-story stone gable roof dwelling is rectangular in shape, measuring 32' x 16' plus a
single story rear wing that may be of log construction. It features a single gable entry, with two
doors, one located near each end. It appears that this has always served as a duplex.
Windows throughout have double hung sash. One element that may indicate an early date is
the use of heavy timbers for sills and lintels. Two small windows are located in the gable ends
and there is a single chimney located at the west end.
This house is of interest because of its building material and deserves further research.
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Photo, view to the northwest (Photo by Jacobsen, 2001)
8. Narrative Statement of Significance:
Assessor's records provide a construction date of plus/minus 1890, but building materials used
appear to indicate an earlier date. This area of Dubuque was not mapped by Sanborn in 1884,
and was shown on the 1891 map for the first time. It is shown as a duplex, with a single story
wing on the east side.
Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs
State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 31-01039
Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number
Continuation Sheet
Page 2
Name of Property County
563 East 141h Street Dubuque
Address City
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Detail, 1872 lithograph (view northwest)
This house appears on both the 1872 and 1884 lithographic overviews of the city. As of the
latter date it stood across the street and north of an ice warehouse.
Robert A. Fuller occupied this house 1909-41 (address changed from 800 to 553 during this
time). Donald R. Hoffman lived at 553 in 1952.
9. Major Bibliographic References:
City directories, 1909-52
Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, 1884, 1891, 1909, 1909/36, 1909/62
Kriviskey, Bruce. Dubuque, Iowa—Architectural Survey 1978-1979
City Assessor's Data
Bird's Eye View of the City of Dubuque, Iowa 1872 n.p., Augustus Koch, 1872).
Perspective Map of the City of Dubuque, la. 1889 (Milwaukee;American Publishing Company,
1889).
Map:
Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs
State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 31-01039
Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number
Continuation Sheet
Page 3
Name of Property County
563 East 141h Street Dubuque
Address City
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Summary
Parcel ID 1024289015
Alternate ID
Property Address 553 E 14TH ST
DUBUQUE IA 52001
Sec/Twp/Rng N/A - FT' 'M 1
Brief LOTS 1&2 BOTH OF LOT 282 EAST DUBUQUE NO.
Tax Description 2 553-563 EAST 14TH ST
(Note:Not to be used on legal documents) — -f
Deed Book/Page 2015-10999(8/25/2015)
Contract
Book/Page
Gross Acres 0.00
Net Acres 0.00
Class R-Residential
(Note:This is for tax purposes only.Not to be used for
zoning.)
District DUBA-DUBUQUE CITY/DBQ COMM SCH
School District DUBUQUE COMM.SCHOOL DIST
Owners
Deed Holder Contract Holder Mailing Address
Ahmed,Raechelle Ahmed,Raechelle
PO Box 254 PO Box 254
Galena IL 61036 Galena IL 61036
Land
Lot Dimensions Regular Lot:100.00 x 52.00
Lot Area 0.12 Acres;5,200 SF
Residential Dwellings
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Residential Dwelling
Occupancy Two-Family Duplex
Style 2Story Brick
Architectural Style Duplex
Year Built 1856
Condition Very Poor
Grade what's this? 6
Roof None
Flooring None
Foundation None
Exterior Material Stn
Interior Material None
Brick or Stone Veneer
Total Gross Living Area 2,432 SF
Attic Type Floor&Stairs;
Number of Rooms 8above;0 below
Number of Bedrooms 2above;0 below
Basement Area Type Full
Basement Area 1,408
Basement Finished Area
Plumbing 2 Full Bath;2Other Fixtures;
Appliances
Central Air No
Heat FHA-Gas
Fireplaces
Porches
Decks
Additions 1 Story Frame(384 SF)(384 Bsmt SF);
Garages
Sales
Multi
Date Seller Buyer Recording NUTC Type Parcel Amount
8/21/2015 G&SREAL AHMED, 15-10999 Normal Deed $25,000.00
ESTATE RAECHELLE
9/23/2003 C-03/26536 Sale of Two or More Separately Deed $25,000.00
Assessed Parcels-Single
Consideration
Includes sales on or after 1/1/2003
Valuation
2016 2015 2014 2013
Classification Residential Residential Residential Residential
+- Assessed Land Value $16,380 $16,380 $16,380 $16,380
+ Assessed Building Value $0 $0 $0 $0
+ Assessed Dwelling Value $13,900 $13,900 $13,900 $13,900
= Gross Assessed Value $30,280 $30,280 $30,280 $30,280
Exempt Value $0 $0 $0 $0
= Net Assessed Value $30,280 $30,280 $30,280 $30,280
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Taxation
2015 2014 2013
+ Taxable Land Value $9,112 $9,129 $8,911
+ Taxable Building Value $0 $0 $0
+ Taxable Dwelling Value $7,732 $7,747 $7,562
Gross Taxable Value $16,844 $16,876 $16,473
Military Credit $0 $0 $0
Net Taxable Value $16,844 $16,876 $16,473
x Levy Rate(per$1000 of value) 34.01012 33.01933 33.02504
= Gross Taxes Due $572.87 $557.23
$544.02
Ag Land Credit $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
- Family Farm Credit $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
- Homestead Credit $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
- Disabled and Senior Citizens Credit $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
- Business Property Credit $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
= Net Taxes Due $572.00 $558.00 $544.00
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2015 March 2017 $286 Yes 8/12/2016 316193
September 2016 $286 Yes 8/12/2016
2014 March 2016 $279 Yes 9/1/2015 265073
September 2015 $279 Yes 9/1/2015
2013 March 2015 $272 Yes 5/12/2015 220027
September 2014 $272 Yes 5/12/2015
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 16 OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 10-
11-A-4 PERTAINING TO EXPANSION OF THE WASHINGTON STREET
NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Whereas, the City of Dubuque established conservation districts to allow for the City's
review of demolition permits that might impact buildings of historic or architectural
significance; and
Whereas, the City has adopted the Washington Neighborhood Strategic Plan; and
Whereas, expansion of the Washington Street Neighborhood Conservation District is
an implementation step of the Washington Neighborhood Strategic Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1 . Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development
Code, Article 10-11-A-4 is hereby amended as follows:
10-11-A-4 Washington Street Neighborhood Conservation District
4. Washington Street Neighborhood Conservation District: Beginning at the intersection of
E. 22nd Street and Kniest Street, thence southeasterly along Kniest Street to its
intersection with Garfield Avenue, thence southwesterly along Garfield Avenue to its
intersection with the City alley located between Elm Street and Kniest Street, thence
southeasterly along the City alley to its intersection with E. 18th Street, thence
southwesterly along E. 18th Street to its intersection with the City alley located between the
Iowa Chicago and Eastern Railroad right-of-way and Elm Street, thence southeasterly
along the City alley to its intersection with E. 17th Street, thence northeasterly along E.
17th Street to its intersection with the Iowa Chicago and Eastern Railroad right-of-way,
thence southeasterly along the Iowa Chicago and Eastern Railroad right-of-way to its
intersection with E. 16th Street, thence southwesterly along E. 16th Street to its
intersection with Elm Street, thence southeasterly along Elm Street to its intersection with
E. 15th Street, thence northeasterly along E. 15th Street to its intersection with the City
alley located between Elm Street and Pine Street, thence southeasterly along the City alley
located between Elm Street and Pine Street to its intersection with E. 14th Street, thence
northeasterly along E. 14th Street to its intersection with the City alley located
between Pine Street and Maple Street,thence northwesterly along the City alley to its
intersection with the north 9roperty line of Lots 1 and 2 both of Lot 282 East
Dubuque No. 2 (553-563 E. 14 Street),thence northeasterly along the north property
line of Lots 1 and 2 both of Lot 282 East Dubuque No. 2 to its intersection with Maple
Street,thence southeasterly along Maple Street to its intersection with E 14th Street,
thence southwesterly along E. 14th Street to its intersection with the City alley located
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between Elm Street and Pine Street, thence southeasterly along the City alley located
between Elm Street and Pine Street to its intersection with E. 12th Street, thence
southwesterly along E. 12 Street to its intersection with Elm Street, thence southeasterly
along Elm Street to its intersection with E. 11 th Street, thence southwesterly along E. 11 th
Street to its intersection with W. 11 th Street, thence southwesterly along W. 11 th Street to
its intersection with the City alley located between Central Avenue and Iowa Street;thence
northwesterly along the City alley to its intersection with the City Hall access driveway,
thence southwesterly along the City Hall access driveway to its intersection with Iowa
Street, thence northwesterly along Iowa Street to its intersection with Loras Boulevard;
thence northeasterly along Loras Boulevard to its intersection with the City alley located
between Iowa Street and Central Avenue, thence northwesterly along the City alley to its
intersection with W. 17th Street, thence northeasterly along W. 17th Street to its
intersection with Heeb Street; thence northwesterly along Heeb Street to its intersection
with the northern boundary of Parcel #10-24-252-018; thence northeasterly along the
northern boundary of Parcel #10-24-252-018 to its intersection with the west boundary of
Parcel #10-24-252-017; thence northwesterly along the west boundary of Parcel #10-24-
252-017 to its intersection with the south boundary of Parcel #10-24-252-015, thence
northeasterly along the south boundary of Parcel #10-24-252-015 to its intersection with
the west boundary of Parcel #10-24-252-013, thence northwesterly along the west
boundary of Parcel #10-24-252-013 to its intersection with Heeb Street, thence
northwesterly along Heeb Street to its intersection with Kaufmann Avenue, thence
northeasterly along Kaufmann Avenue to its intersection with 22nd Street thence
northeasterly along 22nd Street to its point of origin at the intersection of E. 22nd Street
and Kniest Street excluding the area beginning at the intersection of E. 14th Street and
Jackson Street, thence southeasterly along Jackson Street to its intersection with E. 13th
Street, thence southwesterly along E. 13th Street to its intersection with White Street,
thence northwesterly along White Street to its intersection with E. 14th Street, thence
northeasterly along E. 14th Street to its point of origin at the intersection of E. 14th Street
and Jackson Street.
This subsection shall not apply to an application fora demolition permit for properties being
acquired and demolished for the Bee Branch Creek restoration project.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon publication, as provided by
law.
Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day of September, 2016.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Attest:
Kevin S. Firnstahl, City Clerk
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Kevin Firnstahl - expansion of conservation district to include 553 E. 14th Street
Dear Mayor Buol and city council members,
I am representing my parents, Juanita and Don Herbst Sr. who own the property at 553 E. 14th St. They are
currently out of state and are not aware of the council item for expansion of the conservation district that would
include their property. I understand that the city council has the option tonight to set the request for
consideration at a subsequent meeting.
We respectfully ask that the council delay consideration of this expansion until October 17th. This will allow our
family time to review the information and meet with city staff to understand the proposal and what it would
mean to our property. Thank you and please contact me with any questions.
Don Herbst Jr.
dherbstjr@dubuquehose.com
Dubuque Hose & Hydraulic
500 East 14th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
563-582-4673 office
563-582-8939 fax
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Juanita K. and Donald J. Herbst, Sr.
891 Kaufmann Avenue
Dubuque IA 52001
Planning Services Department
City Hall - 50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001-4805
(563) 589-4210 phone
(563) 589-4221 fax
(563) 690-6678 TDD
planning@cityofdubuque.org
September 6, 2016
HAND DELIVERY
SUBJECT: Expansion of Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Herbst,
City Manager Michael Van Milligen has asked me to notify you that the Dubuque City
Council will consider a request to expand the Washington Street Neighborhood
Conservation District to include property at 553 E. 14th Street, at tonight's City
Council meeting.
The City Council meeting will be held on September 6, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers, second floor, Historic Federal Building, 350 W. 6th Street, Dubuque IA. A
copy of the City Council agenda is enclosed.
It is the City's understanding that you recently purchased the property at 553 — 563 E.
14th Street, and intend to demolish the historic stone house on the premises.
The stone house is pre Civil -War era and one of the oldest remaining buildings in
Dubuque. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form for this property describes the
building's historic significance. Additional information provided to the City Council for
this request also is enclosed.
The City Council has four options tonight when considering expansion of the
Conservation District:
1. Approve or deny the request,
2. Set the request for consideration at a subsequent meeting,
3. Set the request for a public hearing, or
4. Refer the request to the Historic Preservation Commission for a recommendation
before voting on the request.
What does it mean if your property becomes part of the Conservation District?
• Applications for demolition permits cannot be issued for buildings in
Conservation Districts without first obtaining approval from the Historic
Preservation Commission.
• Historically significant structures like the stone house require additional
Service People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
Expansion of Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street
supporting documentation when applying for a demolition permit.
• Properties in Conservation Districts are eligible for low-interest historic
preservation loans for exterior improvements.
What are your options for communicating with the City Council about this request?
• Contact City Council members by phone and/or email (contact information
enclosed).
• Speak at the City Council meeting during the Public Input portion of the Agenda
(page 7); remarks are limited to five minutes.
• Request that the Mayor allow you to also speak during the Action Item portion of
the Agenda (page 8) when the City Council reviews Action Item 7. Expansion of
Conservation District to include 553 E. 14th Street.
If you have any questions regarding this information, please feel free to contact me at
563-589-4210 or via email at Icarstenacityofdubuque.org. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Laura Carstens
Planning Services Manager
Enclosures
cc: Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
Kevin Firnstahl, City Clerk
Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Todd Carr, Building Services Manager