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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8-13-01 HLC Minutese --d �y *MINUTES* HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION August 13, 2001 City Council Chambers - 3:30 p.m. The August 13, 2001 Historic Landmark Commission meeting was called to order by Chairman Tracy Richardson Commission members present: Commission members absent: Councilmembers present: Chairman Tracy Richardson Vice Chairman Dale Hallmark Commissioner Marie Broussard Commissioner Leonie Bodin Commissioner Eric Belt Commissioner Ralph Jordan Commissioner Julia Levy Commissioner Shaheen Farah Commissioner Terrence Holmes Commissioner Denise Shelton Commissioner Philip Long Councilmember Andrew Cokinos Councilmember Lulu Smith Staff present: Steve Richardson, Planning Manager; Nancy Nicholas, Recording Secretary; Cheryl Robinson, Senior Planner; Adina Abshire, Planning Technician. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Chairman Tracy Richardson asked for approval of the minutes of the July 9, 2001, meeting. Commissioner Farah made a motion to approve the minutes of the July 9, 2001 meeting and Commissioner Broussard seconded the motion. The motion to approve the July 9, 2001 minutes were approved 8:0. Historic Laudmnrk Commission Meeting Minutes August 13, 2001 PUBLIC HEARING Chairman Richardson opened the public hearing. 1. 614-OB: Request for amendments to Sec. 30-21.2 (e)(8)(c), Definitions; Sec 30-21.2 (a) Prohibited Signs; and Sec 30.21- 2 (e) Development Standards for Historic Districts of the City of Beaumont Zoning Ordinance Applicant: City of Beaumont Planning Division Steve Richardson, Planning Manager, presented the staff report. It has become apparent that banners and outdoor merchandising have become somewhat of a problem in the historic districts. In an effort to correctthese problems staff is recommending that both be prohibited by ordinance. Banners are not currently defined by ordinance. Sec. 30-21.2(a) (a) Definitions. Unless the context clearly indicated otherwise, in this Ordinance. (1) Banner means a sign made of fabric or any nonrigid material with no enclosing framework. Sec. 30-21.2 (e)(8)(c) C. Prohibited Signs. The following types of signs are Prohibited in an historic district. (i) moving signs; and (ii) fence signs; and (iii) banners. Sec. 30-21.2 (e) (e) Development Standards for Historic Districts. The following development Standards apply to historic districts: (1) Outdoor Merchandising. No business shall display any merchandise outdoors within a historic district. 2 Historic Landmark Commission Meeting Minutes August 13, 2001 Chairman Richardson asked if flags would be considered a banner or a sign and will the ordinance change affect businesses or homes. Mr. Richardson stated that because of the proposed changes being unclear concerning flags, he requested the matter be postponed until the next meeting so that he may conduct further research to provide the Commission with a clearer definition. There being no further discussion, Chairman Richardson closed the public hearing. This item will be scheduled for the next meeting of the Historic Landmark Commission meeting. 2. HCD-1.17: Request for an Historic Preservation Loan Location: 2235 Hazel Applicants: Mr. and Mrs. William Buehrle Mr. Steve Richardson presented the staff report. The property owners, William and Patsy Buehrle, submitted a request for $17,000 of Historic Preservation Loan monies. The scheduled work involves replacing rotten wood, rescreening the back porch, repairing wooden windows, painting the house, removing the chimney and repairing the roof, among other things. Of the work submitted, the repairing of interior floors, plumbing, pouring of a cement pad and new floor coverings will not qualify for funding. The cost of these items is approximately $1,000. Provided the loan amount is approved at $16,000, the rate of repayment will be $444.44 per month for 36 months. However, the applicant requested that the loan be extended to 60 months with the rate of repayment being $266.67 per month. The Texas Historical Commission has reviewed this housefor eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and has determined it to be so under Criterion C for architecture as a contributing member of a historic district. Staff will be coordinating the proposed work with the THC. Photographs were shown of the subject property. Mr. Richardson stated that the applicants were in the audience to answer questions. Chairman Richardson opened the public hearing. Discussion followed regarding the eligibility and financial requirements being met by the applicants. Mr. Richardson stated that all requirements had been met. Chairman Richardson closed the public hearing. With no further discussion, Chairman Richardson asked for a motion on HCD-1.17. Commissioner Belt made a motion to approve a historic loan in the amount of $16,000 with the T rate of repayment at $266.67 per month for a period of 60 months. Commissioner Hallmark seconded the motion. The motion to approve HCD-1.17 carried 8:0. Hisloric Landn►urk Commission Meeting Minutes Augusl 13, , 2001 REGULAR MEETING 2. CA-607: Request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a structure. Location: 2239 Broadway Applicant: Clean Community Department Mr. Richardson presented the staff report. The Clean Community Department tagged this structure at 2239 Broadway as substandard and in need of demolition. The structure was tagged on April 3, 2001, F.D. Peel, the property owner, was sent notification on April 16, As of August 3, 2001, Mr. Peel has not taken action to raze of repair the structure. The structure will be presented to City Council in the near future for their consideration. The structure is listed in SPARE. Photographs were presented of the subject property. Mr. Richardson stated that Ms. Pam Loiacano was in the audience to answer questions. Ms. Loiacano stated that the owner doesn't want the house, doesn't care what happens and doesn't want to rehabilitate the property. Commissioner Farah asked if a lien'would be placed against the property. Ms. Loiacano stated that the City does not place a lien against the property at this time for demolition. Grant money will be used to pay for the demolition by a private contractor. The possibility of obtaining scrap materials (roof tiles, etc.) for rehabilitation of historic homes was discussed. Ms. Loiacano stated that any transactions would have to be handled directly with the owner. Mr. Richardson stated that a future workshop is being planned to discuss the possibility of obtaining a warehouse for such materials. Mr. George Burlington,1822Broadway, addressed the Commission. Hestated his concerns about the number of demolitions in" the district. He also felt that the Commission has not been pro- active. Chairman Richardson responded that the Commission had approved rehabilitation for several homes in the district. Commissioner Hallmark stated that certain legal issues may arise regarding demolition and/or repair to a structure and specific laws are in place to protect property owners. With no further discussion, Chairman Richardson asked for a motion on CA-607. Commissioner Farah made a motion to approve CA-607 for the demolition of a structure at 2239 Broadway. { 1 Commissioner Hallmark seconded the motion. The motion to approve CA-607 carried 7:1 (Jordan). Ifistoric Landmark Commission Meeting Minutes August 13, , 2001 2. Historic Preservation Loan Fund Mr. Richardson reported that $60,000 was available. He also reported that several applications have been received. Director's Report No report at this time OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Richardson stated that the Commission will tour a section of loft apartments in the Crockett Street Entertainment District. ADJOURN