Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2025 05 19

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SUMMARY: The applicant is requesting a landmark designation for the building located at 1155 Pine Street. The subject property is comprised of the primary structure and two railcars situated on railroad tracks. Landmark designation is only requested for the primary structure and not the entire property. Additionally, the applicant is requesting an alteration certificate for an addition to the building, changes to the front windows, and other exterior alterations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommend that the application be tabled by the Historic Preservation Commission until the Planned Unit Development (PUD) application is reviewed and decided by City Council. Reasons for this recommendation are discussed further below and include: • Inconsistency between the development plan and the intent of the Mixed -Use — Residential (MU-R) zone district, which states "Areas zoned MU-R should be used predominantly for higher density multi -family residential, with subsidiary commercial uses and civic uses that cater to the needs of residents and transit commuters." • The number and type of waivers requested with the proposed development plan demonstrate that the development does not meet the intent of the Mixed -Use Development Design Standards and Guidelines (MUDDSG), and thus, does not implement the intent of Mixed -Use zone district. • Inconsistency with the policies of the Highway 42 Revitalization Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment. • RTD and the State have renewed planning efforts, established additional funding sources for rail, and are exploring significant investments in providing rail service to Louisville, for which the City has established land use policies through the Mixed -Use zoning overlay district and Highway 42 Revitalization Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment to support transit -oriented development in support of the rail service. • The Mixed -Use zoning overlay excludes the Little Italy and Minor's Field residential areas due to their historic value, but explicitly calls for rezoning and redevelopment of the residential properties fronting Pine Street between the railroad tracks and Highway 42. By extension, this policy has already prioritized redevelopment of the properties fronting Pine Street instead of having historic significance. Landmarking any properties fronting Pine Street would eliminate the ability for redevelopment per established code and policy. • While the home has some level of architectural integrity and significance, staff does not find that it has such unique or valuable significance to override the ordinances and polices of the Mixed -Use zoning overlay and polices of the Highway 42 Revitalization Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment. If the application is not tabled for future consideration, staff recommend denial as presented. Due to the unresolved status of the PUD and conflict with city policies and ordinances mentioned above, staff cannot support granting landmark designation at this