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Home My WebLink AboutHLC April 2025 Packet*A G ENC A* HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION April 14, 2025 REGULAR MEETING HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Council Chambers, City Hall, 801 Main St. - 3:30 1* A G E N D A * ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held January 13, 2025. REGULAR MEETING 1) PZ2025-76, A request for a Certificate of Demolition to demolish a garage structure. Applicant: City of Beaumont Location- 2405 Laurel Street 2) Historic District Code Enforcement Report OTHER BUSINESS AI -101IRN ""To protect., enhance and perpetuate historic lundmorks which represent or reflect distinctive and important elements of the City"s and State"s architectural, archaeological, cultural, social, economic, ethnic and political history and to develop appropriate settingsfor such places. "' Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Kaltrina Minick at 409-880-3777. HISTORIC LANDMAR-K COMMISSION Januar-y 13, 2025 Council Chambers, City Hall, 801 Main Sti-eet, Beauniont, Texas A Regular Meeting of the Historic Landmark Commission was held on January 13, 2025 and called to order at 3:36 p.m. with the following members present-. Chairman Dohn LaBiche Commissioner Hester Bell Commissioner John Berubc Commissioner Christina Crawford Commissioner Theresa Goodness Commissioner Lynda Kay Makin Commissioner Thomas Sigee Commissioner Kirk Thomas Commission Members absent: Commissioner Marty Craig Commissioner Ronald Kelley Commissioner Marva Provo Commissioner Janelle Templeton Also present: Elayna Luckey, Planner I Susan Smith, Recordin Secretary 9 Abigail LeBlanc, Oaks Historic Code Enforcement Inspector APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Makin moved to approve the minutes of the ocular Meeting held on November 18) 2024. Commissioner Bell seconded the motion. The motion to approve carried 8:0. REGULAR MEETING 1) PZ2023-510.- A request for a Certificate of Demotion to demolish a house. Applicant: City of Beaumont Location-, 2229 Liberty Avenue Ms. Luckey presented the staff report. Boyd Meier, Building Official, requests a Certificate of Demolition for the house located at 2229 Liberty Avenue. According to the inspection report, this structure was originally tagged as a substandard structure on September 27, 2021 after n-1-ultiple Historic Landmark Commission January 13, 2025 code violations Nvere discovercd. The foundation is collapsing, a frill roof replacement will be needed, and the caves are falling due to rot. This request carve before the Historic Landmark Commission on January 8, 2024 and was denied when adjacent propert)F owners stated they were interested in purchasing the property to repair the structure. However, no new ownership has taken place and the structure continues to fall ftirther into disrepair. The property is listed in the 1989 SPARE Beaumont Survey and was built circa 1915. The significance of the structure was listed as "The house is ct good exwnI)le of a local ad apation of the 0-ciftsincin st)de and is rej_)resentatNe oj)niddle class hoines buill in Baum ont during the eal-IJ, clecades o the centiny." )f Based on the extcnsive repairs needed for this structure the Building Codes Staff recommended approval pproval of the raze order. Slides of the subject property were shown. Twenty-seven (27) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. One (1) response was received iii favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. Mrs. Luckey read the response in favor of the request. Plarming staff recommended approval of the request. Brief discussion followed concerning the property owner's last contact with the Platming Department, length of time in which the house has been vacant, City of Beaumont mowing fees associated with the property, unpaid taxes, and ownership of the land. Demolition Coordinator Silas Clutter explained the demolition process as it relates to unpaid taxes. The property owner was not present. The public, Bearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Bell moved to approve the request for a Certificate of Demolition to demolish a house, as requested in PZ2023-510. Commissioner Sigee seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Chairman LaBiche-Aye; Commissioner Bell -Aye; Commissioner Berube-Aye; Conn-nissioner Crawford -Aye; Commissioner Goodness -Aye; Commissioner Makin -Aye; Commissioner Sigee-Aye; Commissioner Thomas -Aye. 'I"he motion to approve the request carried 8:0. 2) PZ2024-351: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow ail accessory building. 2 historic Landmark Commission January 13, 2025 Applicant: Jonathan Ester Location: 2311 Angelina Street Ms. Luckey presented the staff report. Jonathan Ester, on behalf of Unceda Beverly, is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow an accessory building in the rear yard of the home located at 2311 Angelina Street. The accessory building will be visible from the Seventh Street right-of- way. The structure will be made of wood with vertical panels. The roof will be golden cedar three (3) tab shing1c. The body of the structure will be "ponytail" and the trim will be "delicate white". The setbacks displayed on Mr. Ester's site plan are in conformance with Sec. 29.03.024 District area and height regUlations of the City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances. This hom-e is not in the SPARE Beaumont Survey. Slides of the subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended approval of this request with the following condition: L All applicable permits are obtained through the Building Codes Department. The applicant was not present. Commissioner Makin moved to approve the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow an accessory building, as requested in PZ2024-351 , with the following condition, 1. All applicable permits are obtained through the Building Codes Department. Commissioner Sigee seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Chairman LaBiche-Aye; Commissioner Bell -Aye; Commissioner Berube-Aye; Commissioner Crawford -Aye; Commissioner Goodness -Aye; Commissioner Makin -Aye; Commissioner Sigee-Aye; Commissioner Thomas -Aye. The motion to approve the request carried 8:0. 3) PZ2024-370: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to change windows and remove shutters. Applicant: Blanca Zuniga Location-, 2652 Harrison Avenue Ms. Luckey presented the staff report. Blanca Zuni a, is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness to keep cxtcrior alterations made to the structure located at 2652 Harrison Avenue. The windows were replaced without the benefit of a Certificate of Appropriateness or building permits. Originally the windows were six over six panes, the windows that have been 3 Historic Landmark Commission Jainiary 13, 2025 Installed are one over one in appearance. The shutters were renloved when the windows were replaced and the property owner wishes to keep the shutters off. The property is not listed in the SPARE Beatimont Survey, however with. minimal to no architectural features, the strUCtUre relates closely to characteristics of Minimal Traditional architecture. An Intermediate --pitched roof, gabled, and one story with roof eaves having little to no overhang. (McAlester, Virginia, and Lee McAlester. A Field Giticle Io Ailel.ican Houses, p. 478.) Slides of the subject property were shown. PlannIng staff recommended denial of the request to remove the shutters as shutters are typical of the stele, along with other structures within the immediate area. Planning, staff recommended approval of the request to replace the windows with the following conditions: 1. All applicable building permits be obtained through the Building Codes Department. 2. The shutters be replaced on the front left and front right windows of the front of the strUcture, to be painted white as was originally on the structure. The applicant was present. Blanca Zuniga, 2652 Harrison Avenue, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. She stated that she was unaware that a permit was required to remove the shutters and replace the windows. Ms. Zuniga ffirther stated that the windows needed to be replaced due to poor insulation. She also stated that the shutters broke when removed from the structure, however, she will replace them with new shutters. The Commission reminded the applicant that permits are required for work performed on homes located within the Historic District. Brief discussion followed concerning the time frame in which to replace the shutters, size of the shutters, and the Oaks 1-fistoric District Homeowners Association Grant Program. Commission Goodness moved to approve the requcst for a Certificate of Appropriateness to change windows and remove shutters, as requested in PZ2024-370, with the following conditions: 1. All applicable building permits be obtained through the Building Codes Department. 2. The shutters be replaced on the front left and front right windows of the front of the a structure, to be painted white as was originally on the structure. Commissioner Bell seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Chairman LaBiche-Aye; Commissioner Bell -Aye; Commissioner Berube-Aye; Commissioner Crawford -Aye; Commissioner Goodness -Aye; Commissioner 5 5 Makin -Aye.; Commissioner Sigee-Aye; Commissioner Thomas -Aye. The motion to approve the request carried 8:0. 4 Historic Landmark Commissioji January 13, 2025 111STORIC DISTRICT CODE ENFORCEMENT REPO T Mrs. Luckey introduced Oaks Historic Code ElIfOrCenlent Inspector Abigail LeBlanc. Mrs. Luckey then presented the Historic District Code Enforcement Report for the month of December, including information about currcnt violations and inspections. The Historic District Code Enforcement for November was conducted by multi is inspectors due to the vacancy of the Historic Inspector position. "I'lie total nuniber of inspections for November will be included in the Community Developn-ient monthly report, alongside the usual Code Enforcement numbers. Brief discussion followed relating to on -street parking. OTHER BUSINESS .1) Texas I 11storical Commission update regarding the Blanchette Cemetery and the Pear Orchard Cemetery. Designated Historic Cemeteries, both located in the J.W. Bullock Survey along Hegele Street and Barbara Lynn 011ie Street. Mrs. Luckey shared that the Jefferson County I-listorical Commission leas obtained two new historical dedications. Blanchette Cemetery and Pear Orchard Cemetery each received a dedication as a historical marker for Servicing of Human Graves. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 4:04 P.M. 61 DATE: April l4.2O2S TO: Historic Landmark Commission FROM: ElaynaLuckey, Planner | SUBJECT: A request for a Certificate of Demolition to demolish a garage structure. FILE: PZ2025-76 STAFF REPORT Boyd Meier, Building Official, requests aCertificate ofDemolition for the garage structure located at 2405 Laurel Street. According to the inspection report, this structure was originally tagged as a substandard structure on January 23, 2024 after multiple code violations were discovered. The foundation is collapsing, rotten exterior walls, and is considered unsafe for human occupancy. The owner has signed a demolition consent, and at this time has no plans to reconstruct an additional parking structure. Based on the extensive repairs needed for this structure the Building Codes Staff is recommending approval of the raze order. The property is not listed in the SPARE Beaumont survey. Planning staff recommends approval of this request. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION Notices mailed Loproperty owners _2J6_ Exhibits are attached. BEAVMONT Planning & Community Development Case Type:Planning and Zoning Case Sub Type: Certificate of Appropriateness Case #: PZ2025-76 Location: 2405 LAUREL ST, BEAUMONT, 77702 Individuals listed on the record: Applicant City Of Beaumont Missing Address, City, State, or Zip Code in People Owner ADVANTA IF SERVICES LLC F80 CHARLES COWIN IRA48007167 13191 STARKEY RIB STE 2 Largo, FL 33773 Reason for Request of a Certificate of Appropriateness Paint New Construction lie nio Fencing Miscellaneous Has request been made before? If yes, date: Notes.- Case Status: REVIEW Tag Name: (Rear Building Only) Initiated On: 3/17/2025 4:33-OOPM Home Phone: Work Phone, Cell Phone- E-Mail: Home Phone: Work Phone* Cell Phone, E-Mail: Demolish Substandard Garage Structure With Owner Consent N N y N N N This is not a building permit, additional permits may be required for the proposed scope of work. Case Type: Planning and Zoning Page I of I Case #: PZ2025-76 Printed On: 411/2025 SUBSTANDAIZll BUILDING INSPECTION REPORT BUILDING CODES DIVISION CITY OF BEAUMONT ADDRESS OF STRUCTURE: 2405 LAUREL, BEAUMONT TX 77702 (REAR STRUCTURE ONLY) OWNER- ADVANTA IRA SERVICES LLC OWNER ADDRESS: FBO CHARLES COWIN IRA #8007167 13191 STARKEY RIB STE 2 LARGO, FL 33773 TAXES OWED: - MARKET VALUE: $zoa,000 PROPERTY 1/23/2024 RED -TAGGED ON. OWNER ENROLLED IN PRE -COUNCIL WORK DEMO CONSENT PROGRAM? SEE ATTACHED PHOTOS DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Accessory structure suffers from serious dilapidation and structural damage. A fallen tree has destroyed the back part of the building, and several areas of the roof have been compromised. The garage doors have been boarded up, but nonetheless the structure suffers from ongoing weather damage due to its poor integrity. Complete demolition is recommended. Last inspection was conducted on ,January 26th,2024. I IL - r d Fl. LJ 7& LN, 'flu % r .77 j 3N; IL IL L - 41 L RICH WITH OPPORTUNITY EiIEAUN�(Jlhl�r T E X A CITY OF BEAUMONT BUILDING CODES DIVISION CONSENT FORM FOR DEMOLITION OF UNSAFE SUBSTANDARD STRUCTURES 1,,Quest Ira Inn Fbo Charles Philip Cowin Ira Eta] ., do hereby give the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, my consent as owner of the property and structure identified below to demolish and remove said structure. In consideration for the demolition, I agree as follows: 1. 1 will be responsible for raking and cleaning up of small debris left by the demolition. 2. In order for debris to be removed, I understand 1 will be required to place the materials at the curb line in accordance with City ordinances. I understand that the demolition may result in ruts in the property and the potential of damage to real and personal property retraining on the property. 3. 1 hereby indemnify the City, its employees, officers and agent against any and all claims for injuries or darnages arising from'demoliflon on my property, expressly including injuries to persons or damages to real or personal property arising from negligence by the City, its employees, officers or agents. 4. If this structure is an OUtbuilding such as rear garage apartment, shed or garage, etc., it is the responsibillity of the property owner to disconnect electricity, water and gas utilities from this structurell Any personal property should bo removed immediately becatise the spoils from the demolition will be discarded accordhig to city policies and procedures. The owner is responsible for SeGUring the property unt'll the City demolishes It, PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 2405 LAUREL — REAR STRUCTURE OAKS Ll L3 B3 & ADJ 1/20F ALLEY nature,./ Signature Phone number STATE OF: TEXAS COUNTY Or JEFFERSON BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day appeared, Quest Ira Inc Fbo Charles Philip Cowin Ira Eta], and known to me to be the person(s) whose narne(s) is are subscribed to the foregoing Instrument and acknowledged to me that he (they) executed the same for the purpose and consideration therein expressed. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF OFFICE th' dq o M-arGh 20244 t ho'o ... -L .� f - ry Public in n dro r y. N I ry P 1 0 N o a DELANCY WOOD 11�- P(I blic, Slate of Texas Jefferson CoLinty,, Texas 1j%tPjjje,- N ot a f Y ()6.17-2025 My Commission Expires: 54. Corl1m. Fxl)ifos 4 "4 o V ID 12685, /�Ij �V �