Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2011 09 12

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ARE OTHER TYPES OF INCENTIVES AVAILABLE? Yes, the City offers preserva- tion incentives that allow you more square footage on a rear or second story addition in exchange for retaining the street facing facade of your home. Two options are available. In return for meeting the criteria listed below homeowners can apply for a Preservation Bonus of 5% more square footage and floor area ratio or a Landmark Bonus of 10% more square footag e and YOUR HISTORIC BUILDING IS UNIQUE Your building has architecture, history, and character that are unique. By preserving it you are saving a part of history and a part of Louisville. Reusing and adapt- WHERE Do I ASK QUESTIONS? For more information or to request an application, please contact Sean McCartney in the ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE The Historic Preservation Commission's De- sign Review Committee is available to offer lim- ited assistance and recommendations on your Old Town home remodel project. Architects on the committee are available to give you advice on addition location, height and massing, and second story step- backs. Committee members are able to give you ideas that may help to maintain your old home's character as you plan your addition. This assistance is best taken early in your planning process. More limited assistance is available once your design is complete. To avail yourself of this assistance, please contact Sean McCartney at 303.335.4591 or seanm @LouisvilleCo.gov. floor area ratio. The Landmark Bonus requires the home obtain local historical landmark status and there are stricter regulations regarding ex- terior alterations to the home. The City Council approved this program to help encourage the retention of the historic street character of the neighborhood after seeing a large increase in wholesale demolitions in Old Town. ing your home to modern uses is possible and encour- aged. Help save the charac- ter of your hometown. Planning Department at City Hall, 749 Main Street, 303.335.4591, seanm @LouisvilleCo.gov. There is nothing in this pro- gram that requires the preserva- tion of any home without the owner's consent, but merely offers those interested in expanding their living space an alternative that may help preserve some of the historic fabric of the commu- nity. For additional information, please contact the Planning Department at 303.335.4592 or planning@Louisvilleco.gov. 1041 Lincoln Avenue The Historic Preservation Commission advises the City Council and City staff on preservation issues. In addition, the Commission oversees the process for properties in Louisville to be designat- ed as local landmarks of historical relevance. To find out about preservation incentives that are available to owners of historic buildings, please contact Sean McCartney at 303.335.4591 or seanm @LouisvilleCo.gov. I I