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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-14-98 HLC MinutesThe December 14, 1998 Historic Landmark Commission meeting was called to order by Chairman Tracy Richardson. Commission members present: Commission members absent Chairman Tracy Richardson Commissioner Marie Broussard Commissioner Denise Shelton Commissioner Shaheen Farah Commissioner Leonie Bodin Commissioner Michael O'Rear Commissioner Jamie Credle Commissioner Terrence Holmes Commissioner Cathy Belt Commissioner Dale Hallmark Commissioner Julia Levy Commissioner Philip Long Staff present: Stephen Richardson, Secretary; Nancy Nicholas, Recording Secretary; Cheryl Robinson, Senior Planner, Adina Abshire, PIanning Technician, and Pam Loiacano, Clean Community Division Also present: Councilman -at -Large Andrew Cokinos Councilman -at -Large Lulu Smith APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Chairman Richardson asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of the November 9, 1998 Regular Meeting. There being none, Chairman Richardson asked for a motion to approve the minutes. Commissioner O'Rear made the motion to approve the minutes as written and Commissioner CredIe seconded the motion. Motion was approved. "ISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DECEMBER 14, 1998 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING 1) CA-319: Request for approval of a certificate of appropriateness for the demolition of a residential structure. Location: 2250 Laurel Applicant: City of Beaumont Clean Community Department Mr. Richardson stated the City of Beaumont Clean Community Department has tagged the single family structure as substandard and in need of demolition. A certificate of appropriateness for the demolition of this structure was brought before the Historic Landmark Commission in May, 1996. At that time, the property had just changed ownership so the demolition request was not acted upon. In January, 1998 a certificate of appropriateness was approved for rehabilitation of the structure. In February, 1998 the property owner entered into a work program agreement with the City. In that same month a building permit was issued for this work. Both the work agreement and the building permits have now expired. The Texas Historical Commission has determined the house ineligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Pam Loiacano, Clean Community Department, was in the audience to answer questions. Chairman Richardson asked if there were any questions or comments. Commissioner Broussard stated that she had driven by the structure and it was not boarded up. Chairman Richardson wanted to know if the owner had been notified. Mr. Richardson replied that the applicant was notified, which in this case was the City of Beaumont and they had received a staff report. Commissioner Farah wanted to be sure the owner would be notified and Ms. Loccano stated that the owner would be notified when the house would be going before City Council. With no further discussion, Chairman Richardson asked for a motion on CA- 319. Commissioner O'Rear made a motion to approve CA-319 and Commissioner Broussard seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7:0 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DECEMBER 14, 1998 MINUTES 2) CA-320: Request for approval of a certificate of appropriateness to demolish a residential structure. Location: 2275 Broadway Applicant: City of Beaumont Clean Community Division The City of Beaumont Clean Community Department has tagged the single family structure as substandard and in need of demolition. The structure was found to be in violation of the City .of Beaumont Code of Ordinances pertaining to dangerous structures. The current owner was notified by the City on February 28, 1997. As of this date, the owner has taken no action to raze or repair the structure. The Texas Historical Commission has determined the house ineligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The applicant was not in the audience. Pam Loiacano, Clean Community Department, was in the audience to answer questions. Chairman Richardson asked if there were any questions or comments. Chairman Richardson wanted to know if the owner had contacted the city and Ms. Loiacano replied that he had not. Ms. Loiacano also stated that he did not enter into a work program.. With no further discussion, Chairman Richardson asked for a motion on CA- 320. Commissioner O'Rear made a motion to approve CA-320 and Commissioner Broussard seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7:0. 3) CA-331:Request for approval of a certificate of appropriateness for the demolition of a residential structure. Location: 2363 Hazel Applicant: City of Beaumont Clean Community Department Mr. Richardson stated that the single family structure at 2363 Hazel has been tagged by the Clean Community Department and found to be in violation of the City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances pertaining to dangerous structures. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DECEMBER 14, 1998 MINUTES The Texas Historical Commission has determined the structure to be eligible for the National Register of Historic Places as early 20th Century residential properties eligible under Criterion C at the local level of significance. The owner has entered into two work programs with the City. While some work has been done, the structure has not been brought up to code. Both work programs have expired. Neighbors have complained to the City about this structure. Pam Loiacano, Clean Community Department, was in the audience to answer questions. The owners are not present to answer questions. Chairman Richardson asked if there were any questions or comments. Discussion followed regarding the amount and type of work that had been done to the structure. Commissioner Farah inquired about the possibility of using the Revolving Loan Fund for financial help in restoring the structure. Ms. Loiacano stated that tagged buildings are now being recorded at the courthouse. With no further discussion, Chairman Richardson asked for a motion on CA- 331. Commissioner Farah made a motion to approve CA-331 with the provision that the Clean Community Division strive to work with the property owner in order to complete repairs of the structure. Commissioner O'Rear seconded the motion. Motion to approve with conditions was approved and carried 7:0. 4) CA-325: Request for approval of a certificate of appropriateness to build a 6 foot chain link fence in the front yard. Location: 2210 South Applicant: Efrain Barajas Mr. Richardson presented the staff report. He stated the applicant has made a request to build a 6 foot chain link fence in the front yard of his residence. The fence would extend in front of the house and is needed for protection of the applicants children from heavy traffic along South. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DECEM13ER 14, 1998 MINUTES Sec. 30-21.2(g) of the Zoning Ordinance states that chain link fences are permitted only in back yards and must not be visible from abutting streets. A solid wall or fence in the front yard shall not exceed 4 feet unless it is required to screen off-street parking or incompatible land uses. Then it may not exceed 6 feet. A fence that is 80% open may be erected to a maximum height of 6 feet. The ordinance also states that the Planning Director may approve a fence not in compliance if the applicant establishes that the fence is historically sensitive or unless the absence of said fence poses a significant hazard to life or property. Mr. Richardson stated that the property owner had already begun to construct the fence. The applicant was not in the audience. Mr. Richardson stated that Staff had made numerous attempts to contact this applicant and ask that he attend the meeting. Chairman Richardson asked if there were any questions or comments. Discussion followed regarding a former situation requesting a fence across the front of a yard and Commissioner O'Rear recommended following the guidelines of the ordinance. Commissioner O'Rear made a motion to deny approval of the request. Motion failed for lack of a second motion. Commissioner Farah made a motion to table approval of CA-325 until the next meeting with the understanding that the applicant is notified. Commissioner Shelton seconded the motion. Motion carried and was approved 7:0. The Planning Director will follow up. 5) Revolving Loan Fund Mr. Richardson stated that there is $47,000 available for funding. January, 1999 will be the next cycle. Mr. Richardson also stated that he will contact Mr. Greg Anderson to inform him of monies possibly being available for use in repairing the structure at 2363 Hazel. 6) Chairman's Report Chairman Richardson reported that the Mayor's office had established a committee for the Spindletop 2001 celebration. Commissioner Broussard reported on functions that the State Spindletop 2001 Commission has identified. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DECEMBER Ia, 1998 MINUTES OTHER BUSINESS Mr. David Bradley invited the Historic Landmark Commission and Planning Staff to the annual Old Town Christmas Party. Mr. Richardson reported that he had spoken with Lewis Hiltpold of the Parks and Recreation Department and stated the Tyrell Park entrance is being repaired with like materials. Mr. Richardson distributed the new meeting schedule for 1999. He also called attention to the preliminary brochure about the historic district that had been distributed to the Commission members for their perusal. Chairman Richardson reported that several historical markers have been repaired and will be reinstalled at placement ceremonies. He also reported the new Chairman of the Jefferson County Historical Commission will be Ms. Yvonne Southerland. Mr. Richardson announced a Historic Landmark Commission workshop session before the next meeting on January 11, 1999. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.