Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2011 12 19

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PAGE SIX SUBJECT: ORDINANCE NO. , SERIES 2011 — AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15.36 OF THE LOUISVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE PROCEDURES APPLICABLE TO DEMOLITION REVIEW OF BUILDINGS THAT ARE OVER FIFTY YEARS OLD DATE: DECEMBER 6, 2011 Windows, their openings, detailing and framing, are key architectural contributors and character - defining features of any building. Everything from their size, placement, and proportional relationship to the wall space, style, and materials contribute to how a building looks and feels. To eliminate the need for interpretation as to whether windows and doors are considered an "exterior wall finish ", staff recommends LMC Section 15.36.020.c.1 be amended to include the following: The wall shall retain studs or other structural elements, the exterior wall finish, windows (which includes glazing, framing, sill, sash, and muntins), doors, and the fully framed and sheathed roof above that portion of the remaining building to which such wall is attached Establish submittal requirements LMC Section 15.36.200 does not require any submittal documents other than the demolition application. The HPC directed staff to create a list of additional submittal requirements the applicant must follow. Those submittal requirements are as follows: D. Demolition application submittal requirements: The demolition application submittal shall include the following: 1. A completed and signed by the owner Demolition application. 2. Social history of the structure to be demolished, moved or removed, except this item shall not be required for an application solely for repair or replacement of windows or doors. 3. Current photos of the existing structure. taken from all elevations. 4. Written description describing the plan for the building and need for demolition. 5. Drawings (plan and elevations) that illustrate areas and materials to be demolished. 6. Conceptual drawing of proposed property improvements.