Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2018 11 29

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CRITERIA FOR DEMOLITION REVIEW: The Historic Preservation Commission should review the demolition permit application based upon any of the following criteria in Section 15.36.200(H) of the Louisville Municipal Code (LMC): CRITERIA FINDINGS 1. The eligibility of the building for designation as an individual landmark consistent with the purposes and standards in this chapter; Significance Social Significance - Exemplifies cultural, political, economic or social heritage of the community. As a part of the Frenchtown neighborhood, the building reflects the evolution from a French enclave to an area with a variety of ethnic groups. Architectural Significance - Represents a built environment of a group of people in an era of history that is culturally significant to Louisville. The structure at 213 Roosevelt Avenue is a vernacular structure with a modest form typical of early 20th century Louisville. The structure is a part of the pattern of development in Frenchtown in Louisville. Integrity The house has integrity of location and design. Integrity of setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association are compromised by replacement siding and roof, replacement door and windows, chain link fence, and surrounding development. Staff finds the property meets the criteria for significance and but only shows partial integrity. 2. The relationship of the building as a potential contributing structure to a potential historical district per the criteria set forth in this chapter; The house is not located in any potential historic districts. Staff finds the property does not meet this criteria. 3. The reasonable condition of the building*; and The applicant did not provide any information regarding the condition of the property. From the exterior, the structure appears to be in fair condition. Staff finds the property meets the criteria for reasonable building condition making it eligible for designation as an individual landmark.