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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-8-01 HLC MinutesQ -- *MINV-T--E F- z HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION October 8, 2001 City Council Chambers - 3:30 p.m. The October 8, 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 Lconie Bodin Commissioner Eric Belt Commissioner Ralph Jordan Commissioner Julia Levy Commissioner Shaheen Farah Commissioner Denise Shelton Commissioner Felix McFarland Commissioner Marie Broussard Commissioner Torrence Holmes Commissioner Philip Long Councilmember Andrew Cokinos Councilmember Lutu 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 September 10, 2001, meeting. Commissioner Farah made a motion to approve the minutes of the September 10, 2001 meeting and Commissioner Shelton seconded the motion. The motion carried 9:0, Mr. Richardson introduced Felix McFarland as a new Historic Landmark Commission member. He is currently on staff at the McFaddin-Ward House. Historie Londjnark Commission Meeting Minutes October 8, 2001 t ) PUBLIC HEARING 614.OB: Request for amendments to Soo 30.21.2 (6) (8) (c) Definitions, Soo 30-21.2 (a) Prohibited Signs; and Sce.30.21,2 9(e) Development Standards for Historic Districts of the City of Beaumont Zoning Ordinance, Applicant: City of Beaumont Planning Division This request was tabled from the previous meeting. Mr. Richardson presented the staff report. A clear definition for banners and outdoor merchandising is not clearly defined in tho,ordinance. In an effort to correct these problems, staff is recommending that both be prohibited by the ordinance. A banner would be defined as a sign made of fabric or any nonrigid material with no enclosing framework. Banners for commercial use, but excluding U.S. and state flags, and other attention getting devices shall be prohibited. Concerning outdoor merchandising, no business shall display any merchandise outdoors within a historic district, Chairman Richardson opened the public hearing, After further discussion concerning clarification ofthe issues, itwas suggested that the request betabled for additional research on the definition of "attention getting devices." Chairman Richardson closed the public hearing and asked for a motion. A motion was made by Commissioner Hallmark to table the request and give staff time to establish a clearer definition of "attention getting devices." The motion was seconded by Commissioner Boden. The motion to table 614-OB was approved 9:0. 2. 42-HC: Request for a Historic -Cultural Designation for the "Coale, Building." Location: 461-469 Bowie Applicant: Karen Ingwerson Mr. Richardson presented the staff report. The owner of the "Coale Building" is requesting a City of Beaumont Historical Cultural Landmark Preservation Designation, The Building is also under consideration for a historical preservation loan. Current plans for the building include a restaurant and jazz club on the first and second floors. Once the building is renovated, this structure will definitely be a contributing building to the Downtown National Register District Slides were presented of the subject property. Chairman Richardson opened the public hearing. sr Historic Landmark Commission mce(41g Minutes Odober 8, 2001 Discussion followed concerning all the rules and regulations that must be followed once a designation is placed on a . structure, Mr, Richardson stated that all parties have been informed of their responsibilities once the designation is granted. I Chairman Richardson closed the public hearing. Commissioner Jordan made a motion to approve 42-HC as requested for a historic designation to be placed on 461-469 Bowie. Commissioner Belt seconded the motion. The motion was approved 9:0. 3. HCD-1.18: Request for an application for an historic loan. Location: 461-469 Bowie Applicant: Hervy Hiner, Jr. Mr. Richardson presented the staff report. Dr, Hervy Hiner, Jr,, the owner, is requesting $63,000 for exterior renovations. Dr. Hiner, in conjunction with Wayne and Karen Ingwersen who will own and operate the restaurant and jazz club, are renovating the building. The scope of the work to be done to the exterior of the building is included in the staff report. Total estimated cost of the exterior work totals $116,500. The request is for $63,000. The current amount in the loan fund is just more than $56,000, If approved at $56,000, the payments would be approximately $2,333 per month for 24 months. The loan will be, subject to the conditions of the Davis -Bacon Act which deals with labor standards. Workers doing the renovations will have to be paid prevailing wages. Chairman Richardson opened the public hearing. Mr. Ingwersen addressed the Commission and described the slides that were presented of the Coale Building. He stated that the hope was to restore the building to its original state as much as possible. There being no one else to address the Commission, Chairman Richardson closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Ralph Jordan made a motion to approve the loan for $56,000 and was seconded by Commissioner Hallmark. The motion to approve HC-D 1.18 carried 9:0. REGULAR MEETING 1. CA-629: Request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a structure. Location: 2564 Rusk -Applicant; City of Beaumont Clean Conununity Department Mr. Richardson presented the staff report Historic Landmark Commission Meeting minutes October 8, 2001 The Planning Manager recommended approval of this request in order for the property to be forwarded to the City Council for a raze of repair order. The City Council could allow the property owner to enter a work program to repair the structure, I The Clean Community Department inspected this structure and found it to be in violation of the City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances pertaining to dangerous structures. The structure was tagged as substandard on July 16, 2001. The most apparent damage is from water. The Robert S. Rollins Estate was identified as the property owner. As of this date, the property owner has not taken action to raze or repair the structure. Taxes have not been paid since 1992. Slides were presented of the subject property. Mr. Richardson stated that Mrs. Loiacano was in the audience to answer questions. Discussion followed concerning the, state of disrepair to the house. Mrs. Loiacano stated that a judgement has been placed on the property and if foreclosure occurs, the property will be presented at a tax sale. She also stated that there is a lot of hidden damage and the structure is open and accessible. Chairman Richardson asked for a motion. Commissioner Belt made, a motion to approve CA-629 and was seconded by Commissioner Hallmark. Motion was approved 7.-0:2 (Jordan and Richardson). George Burlington, 1822 Broadway, addressed the Commission regarding a possible warehouse for storage of historical artifacts. Commissioner Jordan stated that Habitat for Humanity has been contacted. 2. ICA-630: Request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a structure. Location: 2255-2257 North Applicant: City of Beaumont Clean Community Department Mr. Richardson presented the staff report. The. Planning Manager recommended approval of this request in order for the property to be forwarded to the City Council for a raze or repair order. The City Council could allow the property owner to extend his work program. The Clean Community Department inspected this structure and found it to be in violation of the, City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances pertaining to dangerous, structures. The structure was tagged as substandard on January 5, 2000. The property is being purchased by Gerado Loza, A work program was signed by Mr. Loza on July 31, 2000. As ofthis date, the property owner has not taken action to raze or repair the structure legally. Some Avork has been done to the interior of the house, all without building permits. Slidqs were presented of the subject property. Mrs. Loiacano was present to answer questions. Historic Landmark Commission Meeting Minutes October 8, 2001 Discussion centered on the work being done without inspections and permits. Attempts have been made to contact Mr. Loza, but without success. The Commission expressed concern because of the demolition order and asked if any other avenues could be explored. Commissionor Hallmark stated that he will attempt to talk with the owners when they -work on the structure on the weekend, Commissioner Shelton made a motion to table CA-630 and was seconded by Commissioner Hallmark. Motion was approved 9:0. 4. Historic Loan Report There is approximately $56,997.89 available. 5. Director's Report Mr. Richardson reported that he is still trying to set up a meeting with the Galveston Historic Commission, ADJOURN With no further business, the meeting was adjourned, R