Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2020 11 16

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Sec. 15.36.050. - Criteria for Designation Criteria Meets Evaluation Criteria? A. Landmarks must be at least 50 years Yes The principal structure at 541 Jefferson old and meet one or more of the criteria Avenue was constructed circa 1905. for architectural, social or geographic%nvironmental significance as described in this chapter. 1. a. Architectural. Partial The house at 541 Jefferson Avenue is 1) Exemplifies specific elements of an an early twentieth century wood frame architectural style or period. vernacular house. This house is 2) Example of the work of an architect associated with the historic or builder who is recognized for development of Louisville. expertise nationally, statewide, regionally, or locally. The primary facade faces east to 3) Demonstrates superior Jefferson Avenue. The facade of the craftsmanship or high artistic value. house has undergone significant 4) Represents an innovation in renovations and retains minimal construction, materials or design. architectural integrity when viewed from 5) Style particularly associated with the street. However, the proposed the Louisville area. alteration certificate being reviewed 6) Represents a built environment concurrently with this request includes of a group of people in an era of partial restoration and rehabilitation of history that is culturally important elements of the front facade significant to Louisville. and is integral to staff's 7) Pattern or grouping of elements recommendation on the landmark representing at least one of the designation. above criteria. 8) Significant historic remodel. 1. b. Social. Yes The house at 541 Jefferson 1) Site of historic event that had an Avenue was owned by numerous effect upon society. Louisville families since its 2) Exemplifies cultural, political, construction, several of who economic or social heritage of have ties to Louisville's mining the community. industry and immigrant heritage 3) Association with a notable (specifically the Gambucci, person or the work of a notable Piccone, and Hayes families). person. 1. c. Geographic%nvironmental. N/A 1) Enhances sense of identity of the community. 2) An established and familiar natural setting or visual feature that is culturally significant to the history of Louisville.