Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 08 18

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes July 21, 2014 Page 4 of 8 Stewart stated he felt as though the numbers are appropriate for both grant requests. He added the purposes of the incentives are to maintain the scale and character of the Downtown while preserving historic materials. Haley asked if the residence component would be eligible for the new construction grants. Robinson stated all of the grant money is being requested for the new addition only. Fahey made a motion to forward the grant request to Council as presented. He requests the verbal presentation should be included in the record since it outlined the intent of the request. Fasick seconded the motion. Motion was approved 4 to 0. La Grave abstained from the vote since he arrived in the middle of the discussion. Probable Cause Determination — 1245 Grant Haley brought back this item since there is now a quorum. Stewart recused himself. Robinson presented the materials in the staff report, which involves finding probably cause for landmarking, which then allows the applicant to move towards the building assessment. He added the review criterion are the same as a landmark request, even though this is not a landmark request. Andy Johnson, DAJ Design, presented as the architect for the property. He stated he is often asked if a structure is worthy of restoring. He believes this structure is worthy restoring because it is a simple home and has maintained most of its historical form. Cindy and Harry Thomas, owners, spoke in regards to the possibility of landmarking their house. Public Comments None heard. Board Discussion Haley stated the social history supports the landmarking, especially if the porch can be restored. Fahey agreed with Haley. La Grave stated he believes the social history and structure qualifies for landmarking.