Historic Preservation Commission Minutes 2020 08 17

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes 17 August 2020 Page 3 of 4 1201 Lincoln Avenue: Probable Cause Hearing Staff presented the following the research and information on 1201 Lincoln Avenue: Selvoski shared that the structure at 601 Lincoln Ave. was built in 1908 and shows elements of the Craftsman -inspired style common in early 20th century Louisville. The house at 601 Lincoln Avenue was associated with the Koci/Reddington family for 80 years. Staff found that the structure had maintained much of its physical integrity. Staff finds that the structure met the landmarking criteria and recommended approval of the request to find probable cause. Andy Johnson, DAJ Design, spoke as the applicant and presented on the current status of the house and it potential relocation. He noted the quantity and quality of the original materials that remain on the house. Public Comments: None Discussion: Dunlap commented that he would hate to fund the HSA and then lose the house to demolition. Parris commented that the history would be good to have even if the home was demolished. Klemme agreed and appreciated the applicant considering this project. Parris made a motion to recommend approval of the Probable Cause finding and the $4,000 Historic Structure Assessment Grant. Klemme seconded. Passed unanimously by voice vote. HPC Subcommittee Updates Klemme provided an update on the presentation draft she's drafting and is planning to create a draft of the narrative for everyone to review and comment on. She also commented on possibility of drafting a framework for property acquisition by the city. The Commission discussed when it makes sense to post information to the website and the appropriate ways to share information with each other and the public. Haley suggested waiting to publish the information until each spreadsheet is as complete as possible and then it can be sent to staff to disseminate to the HPC at the next meeting. The outreach subcommittee continued the discussion around the possibility of creating a coloring book. Parris commented on the possibility of using something like that in the museum and local schools. Ritchie commented that staff would consult with the Cultural Council regarding the city's purchasing policy. Chair Haley commented that there are many variable to consider (ownership of images, number of images, how we use them, how the public accesses them, etc.). Items from Staff: Selvoski mentioned the possibility of reviewing recently completed historic preservation projects as a way of evaluating the outcomes of the program. Chair Haley mentioned that this would also be a way of letting the applicants and homeowners know that there was still interest in their projects. 3