Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2009 12 07

Home Browse Search

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes October 19, 2009 Page 2 of 7 on cost effective measures, it does not appear they will be retaining much of the existing structure. Gary stated they are intending on constructing a new structure which will add to the character of the neighborhood. Gary also stated the existing accessory structure, known as the chicken coup, is not structurally sound and has environmental issues as well (years and years of animal feces inside). Lewis asked if Gary believed the structure was structurally sound. Gary stated the concrete block foundation has a crack and there appears to have been water penetration. Koertje asked for the staff presentation. McCartney reported this house was very likely constructed in the period of 1900. Assessor’s records state the home was built in 1900. The 1909 Drumm’s Wall Map of Louisville at the Museum shows a building in that location at that address. The Jefferson Place Subdivision was originally platted in 1880 and is known as the first subdivision added to original Louisville. Charles Welch, the original developer of Jefferson Place Subdivision, was a prominent Colorado businessman who played a major role in the founding of Louisville and the opening of its first coal mine, the Welch Mine. There were numerous owners of the home between 1894 and 1918; Thomas Lynch, who owned the home from 1897 to 1918, was an immigrant from Ireland – his wife Sarah was from England. The Madonna Family, a prominent Louisville Italian-American family, owned the home from 1918 until 2009. McCartney went on to state that the Madonna’s once owned the Bugdust Pool Hall, which is located next to Joe’s Market at 916 Main Street. The Bugdust was a longtime Louisville establishment. McCartney stated the HPC review subcommittee reviewed the property and noted the structure was located in its original location, however the structure did not hold much architectural significance. There was evidence the existing windows had been removed and newer aluminum framed windows. McCartney also stated the subcommittee was interested in the accessory structure and thought it added a nice design character to the property. The subcommittee has asked for this structure to remain, even though the history of this structure is not known. Koertje opened the meeting for questions from the Commission members. Commission Questions: Koertje asked Gary if he had considered designing an addition that would allow for the existing house to remain. Gary stated he had but realized an addition would not work for their needs. Koertje asked Gary what size the proposed house would be. Gary responded 1,700 square feet with a full basement.