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HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD
January 24, 2000 - 6:00 p.m.
*** AGENDA***
Kenai City Hall
1. ROLL CALL:
2. ELECTION OF CHAIR & VICE-CHAIR:
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 19, 1999
5. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
6. HISTORIC BOARD REVIEW:
7. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Annual Survey
b. Adoption of Goals- 2000
c. Old Towne Video- Discussion
8. OLD BUSINESS:
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REPORTS:
a. City Council
b. Administration
10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
11. BOARD QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS:
12. INFORMATION:
a. Historic District Board Roster
b. City Council Roster
e. Letter of resignation from Dorothy Gray & Acceptance from Clerk Freas
d. Reappointment letter to Ethel Clausen
e. Letter from NAPC acknowledging membership
f. Letter from AAHP acknowledging membership
g. Memo from Clerk Freas regarding All-American City Award Committee
h. National Park Service web site information
i. Kenai Coastal Trail & Erosion Control Project- January 2000
13. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF KENAi
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1992
MEMORANDUM
APPROVED BY COUNCIl,
DATE'
RE'
Mayor John Williams and the Kenai City Council
Cary R. Graves, City Attorney
January 13, 2000
Council Policy Regarding Work Sessions for Commissions and Committees
During the meeting of December 15, 1999, Council requested that I draft a policy regarding
work sessions for commissions and committees. I reviewed the minutes of the meeting to get
the intent of Council for the policy. The proposed policy is as follows'
The Kenai City Council has authority under KMC 1.90.050 to regulate
meetings of the City's commissions and committees. Pursuant to that
authority, the Council wishes to establish the following policy for work
sessions for commissions and committees.
Commissions and committees of the City of Kenai shall get Council
approval to hold work sessions that are to be held on a date other than that
of a regularly scheduled meeting or at a time immediately prior to a
regularly scheduled meeting (for example, a 6:00 p.m. work session before a
7:00 p.m. meeting).
However, work sessions may be held without Council approval if they occur
on the night of the regularly scheduled meeting at or after the time of the
regularly scheduled meeting.
During work sessions, only items on the meeting's agenda may be discussed
and no formal actions may be taken. All commission and committee
meetings must be given appropriate public notice..
Please let me know if you have any questions or suggestions.
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HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD
January 24, 2000 - 6:00 p.m.
*** AGENDA***
Kenai City Hall
1. ROLL CALL:
2. ELECTION OF CHAIR & VICE-CHAIR:
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 19, 1999
5. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
6. HISTORIC BOARD REVIEW:
7. NEW BUSINESS:
a. Annual Survey
b. Adoption of Goals- 2000
c. Old Towne Video- Discussion
8. OLD BUSINESS:
.,
REPORTS:
a. City Council
b. Administration
10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
11. BOARD QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS:
12. INFORMATION:
a. Historic District Board Roster
b. City Council Roster
c. Letter of resignation from Dorothy Gray & Acceptance from Clerk Freas
d. Reappointment letter to Ethel Clausen
e. Letter from NAPC acknowledging membership
f. Letter from AAHP acknowledging membership
g. Memo from Clerk Freas regarding All-American City Award Committee
h. National Park Service web site information
i. Kenai Coastal Trail & Erosion Control Project- January 2000
13. ADJOURNMENT:
210 FIDALGO, SUITE 200, KENAI, AK 99669-7794
(907) 283-7535
To.' Deresa
From: Madlyn Kebschull
Fax: 283-3299 Pages: 1
Phone: 283-7551
Date: January 20, 2000
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Please publish the following advertisement on Sunday, January 23, 2000. This
will be charged against the open Purchase Order you have. In addition, could
you provide this information to whoever handles the Community Calendar so
that it can be included in that section of the paper. Thanks.
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
The City of Kenai's Townsite Historic District Board will hold a special
meeting on Monday, January 24, 2000. The meeting is being held due to
a lack of quorum at their regular January meeting. The meeting will be
held at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 210 Fidalgo Avenue. The public is invited to
attend and participate. Questions? Call Marilyn at 283-7535 extension
235.
Marilyn Kebschull
Planning & Zoning Administration
CITY OF KENAI
"Oil Capital of Alaska"
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535
FAX: 907-283-3014
Memorand.u m
Date:
To:
From:
January 31, 2000
Richard A. Ross, City Manager
Marilyn Kebschull, Administrative Assistant
TOVVNSITE HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD--CLG REQUIREMENTS
In September 1998, you asked me to research requirements for Certified Local
Governments (CLG) as it related to the Historic District Board. A copy of that memo
is attached.
I noted in the memo that the responsibility for the historic preservation requirements
could be transferred to the Planning and Zoning Commission. I was concerned
about the Planning and Zoning Commission being able to complete the Preservation
Plan. It should be noted that this plan was completed by the Historic District Board
and accepted by Council by Resolution No. 98-71 on October 7, 1998.
The memo concluded with possible options for the Historic District Board. Of the
four, two were implemented. The number of members was reduced .from nine to
seven and the meetings were reduced from monthly to quarterly. It was felt that by
implementing these changes that the Board would be more likely to obtain quorums
for meetings. In 1999, the Board had four scheduled meetings. Two meetings did
not have quorums established so no business could be conducted.
CITY OF KENAI
"0il Capital of Alaska"
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE: 907-283-7535
FAX: 907-283-3014
M
morandum
Date:
To:
From:
September 2, 1998
Richard A. Ross, City Manager
Marilyn Kebschull, Administrative Assistant
TOWNSITE HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD--CLG REQUIREMENTS
I contacted the Office of History and Archaeology (OHA) in Anchorage and spoke
with Joy Bryant-Dolsby to determine what the Certified Local Government (CLG)
required in regard to the TSH Board. Ms. Bryant-Dolsby was very helpful. Initially,
she recommended that I contact the cities of Juneau and Seward as she felt they
had faced difficulties similar to what the City of Kenai has with regards to quorums
with the TSH Board.
The City of Juneau, Gary Gillette, advised that they have a Historic Resources
Advisory Board who advises the council and Planning and Zoning Commission. The
board has seven members. This is not a decision-making board and act only in an
advisory capacity. They have seven members and are scheduled to meet twice a
year with no set schedule. Mr. Gillette advised that should the need arise, they call
special meetings.
The City of Seward, Rachel James, advised that when Seward was originally
certified, they used their Planning and Zoning Commission in the capacity' of the
Historic District Board. However, they had found that this didn't work and have
established a Historic Preservation Commission. Their commission has seven
members and meets four times a year.
Both Seward and Juneau's boards act in non-regulatory capacities.
Ms. Bryant-Dolsby advised that she spoke with Judith Bittner, the State Historic
Preservation Officer, asking what options were available to the City of Kenai. Ms.
Bittner stated she would work with the city with any arrangement that would
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accommodate the city's needs. Bittner stated the city could utilize the Planning and
Zoning Commission to fulfill the historic preservation commission requirements. If
the city decided to utilize this arrangement, it would be necessary to have
commission members who could fulfill the positions of architect, amheologist, and
historian. If the Planning and Zoning Commission did not have members who could
fulfill those positions, the city would need to enlist community members who could
act as consultants in those areas of expertise to the Planning and Zoning
Commission. Ms. Bittner advised she would prefer the city did not use this option as
others have found this can become convoluted and the P&Z Commission may not
have preservation as a priority. It is Ms. Bittner's recommendation that the city
consider reducing the number of members on the TSH Board which may help to
establish quorums. The CLG requires 7 members; however, Ms. Bittner stated she
would consider a board with less than the 7 members if that was necessary. In
addition, historic commissions are only required to meet twice yearly.
In reviewing the city of Juneau and Seward's code relating to their historic
commissions, I noted that they are less specific when listing the commission's duties
and responsibilities. It appears they have basically outlined the requirements noted
in the CLG guidelines. Konai may want to consider reviewing this section of the
KMC to bring the code in line with the CLG requirements.
Any ~changes to the current configuration needs to take into consideration CLG
requirements which are the responsibility of the body which acts as the historic
~eservation co.mmissien~.~ ~This includes developing a preservation plan. The
Planning arid Zoning Commission may not have the time or expertise to complete
this plan.
In conclusion, the following options are a available:
· Move the historic preservation commission responsibilities to the P&Z
Commission using consultants in the community for the areas of expertise
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· Reduce the number of members on the TSH Board.
· Reduce responsibilities of the TSH Board by modifying the ordinance.
· Reduce meeting dates. CLG requires twice a year.
HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD
GOALS- 2000
Pursue exhibiting historical items in Old Town. First action in creating goal
is obtaining parcel to dedicate to this use through the City of Kenai.
February 18, 2000
CITY OF KENAi
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1992
Gwen Preston
309 Rogers Road
Kenai, AK 99611
RE' APPOINTMF. NT -
City of Kenai
HIS TORIC DIS TRIC T BOARD
At their regular meeting of February 16, 2000, the Kenai City Council confirmed your
appointment to the City of Kenai Historic District Board.
The following information in regard to your appointment is enclosed'
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KMC Chapter 1.90 entitled, "Standard Procedures for Commissions and
Committees."
Policy regarding boards, commission and committees needing Council
approval to request donations from the public and businesses.
Policy regarding work sessions for commissions and committees.
KMC Chapter 14.20.105 which describes the duties of the Board and
definition of the Townsite Historic Zoning District.
Board meeting minutes for the 1 / 24 / 99, 10 / 19 / 99 and 1 / 24 / 2000
meetings.
The Historic District Board meetings are held quarterly on the third Monday of each
month, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. A special meeting
has been set for April 3, 2000 and will begin at 7'00 p.m. The next regular meeting
will be held on April 17, 2000. A meeting agenda and packet will be mailed to you
prior to each meeting.
If you have any questions, please contact this office.
serving the City of Kenad.
Thank you for your interest in
CITY OF KENAI
Carol L. Freas
City Clerk
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Enclosures
cc' Historic District Board
February 18, 2000
CITY OF KENAi
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210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1992
Pamela Russell
P.O. Box 264
Kenai, AK 99611
APPOINTMENT- HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD
City of Kenai
At their regular meeting of February 16, 2000, the Kenai City Council confirmed your
appointment to the City of Kenai Historic District Board.
The following information in regard to your appointment is enclosed:
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KMC Chapter 1.90 entitled, "Standard Procedures for Commissions and
Committees."
Policy regarding boards, commission and committees needing Council
approval to request donations from the public and businesses.
Policy regarding work sessions for commissions and committees.
KMC Chapter 14.20.105 which describes the duties of the Board and
definition of the Townsite Historic Zoning District.
Board meeting minutes for the 1 / 24 / 99, 10 / 19 / 99 and 1 / 24/2000
meetings.
The Historic District Board meetings are held quarterly on the third Monday of each
month, beginning at 7'00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. A special meeting
has been set for April 3, 2000 and will begin at 7'00 p.m. The next regular meeting
will be held on April 17, 2000. A meeting agenda and packet will be mailed to you
prior to each meeting.
If you have any questions, please contact this office.
serving the City of Kenai.
Thank you for your interest in
CITY OF KENAI
Carol L. Freas
City Clerk
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Enclosures
cc' Historic District Board
February 18, 2000
CITY OF KENAi
210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAi, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
1992
Alexandra M. Lindgren
P.O. Box 988
Kenai, AK 99611
RE:
APPOINTMENT- HIS T01~C DISTRICT BOARD
City of Kenai
At their regular meeting of February 16, 2000, the Kenai City Council confirmed your
appointment to the City of Kenai Historic District Board.
The following information in regard to your appointment is enclosed:
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KMC Chapter 1.90 entitled, "Standard Procedures for Commissions and
Committees."
Policy regarding boards, commission and committees needing Council
approve to request donations from the public and businesses.
Policy regarding work sessions for commissions and committees.
KMC Chapter 14.20.105 which describes the duties of the Board and
definition of the Townsite Historic Zoning District.
Board meeting minutes for the 1 / 24 / 99, 10 / 19 / 99 and 1 / 24 / 2000
meetings.
The Historic District Board meetings are held quarterly on the third Monday of each
month, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. A special meeting
has been set for April 3, 2000 and will begin at 7'00 p.m. The next regular meeting
will be held on APril 17, 2000. A meeting agenda and packet will be mailed to you
prior to each meeting.
If you have any questions, please contact this office.
serving the City of Kenai.
Thank you for your interest in
CITY OF KENAI
Carol L. Freas
City Clerk
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Enclosures
cc: Historic District Board
The Alaska Association for Historic Preservation
Invites you to nominate a property to the
2000 Endangered Historic Property List!
Each year, AAHP identifies ten of Alaska's most endangered properties during National Historic
Preservation Week in May. The properties are nominated by organizations and individuals like
yourself, and if placed on the list, are eligible to participate in AAHP's matching grant program.
To nominate a property, please complete this form or send the following information to us by
March 31, 2000. Our new address: Alaska Association for Historic Preservation, 200 West 34u~,
#1184, Anchorage, AK 99503.
Property name and location:
Property owner and address:
Property description, history and explanation of why it is endangered'
Any preservation activities underway to save the property:
Please include photographs of the property!
Name and address of individual or organization preparing nomination:
Daytime telephone:
Email address:
Thank you/
MEMO:
TO'
FROM'
CITY OF KENAI
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210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014 ~
Historic District Board
Marilyn Kebschull, Planning & Zoning Administration
DATE:
February 22, 2000
SUBJECT'
Work Session- April 3, 2000 @ 7 p.m.
Please mark your calendars for a special meeting on April 3rd at 7 p.m. in Council
Chambers.
At the February 16th City Council meeting a discussion was held regarding the Historic
District Board. There have been concerns regarding the Board's ability to establish
quorums, the City maintaining Certified Local Government status, and whether or not it
is in the City's best interest to maintain the Board.
The April 3rd meeting is being scheduled to allow the Board to prepare a proposal for
Council on how the Board would like to proceed and goals the Board plans to meet. At
your regular meeting on April 17th, your proposal will be presented to Council. Both City
Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission have been asked to attend the April
17th meeting.
I am attaching a copy of KMC 14.20.105, which describes the duties of the Board. The
Board should review this section of the code and consider it when preparing the proposal.
I will send a reminder notice with minutes from the February 16th Council meeting prior
to the meeting on April 3rd. If I can provide further information, contact me at 283-8235.
14.20.105 Townsite Historic (TSH) Zoning District.
(a) Intent. The TSH Zoning District is intended to provide for a mixed, controlled use in a designated
area, which will protect and enhance the historic character of the zone. The goal of the TSH zone is to
manage all new development, reconstruction and alterations within the zone. The intent of the Townsite
Historic Review Board is to enhance and identify the City of Kenai's heritage, to present this heritage in a
manner that promotes civic pride, and to foster an awareness of where we as a people have evolved.
(b) Historic District Board. A historic district Board will be established to regulate development within
the TSH zone. The following provisions will govern the Board's activities through the State of Alaska
Certified Local Government Program:
(1) The Board will consist of a minimum of seven members with a demonstrated interest,
competence, or knowledge in historic preservation, appointed for terms of not less than three years. ^
majority, plus one member must be residents of the City of Kenai.
(2) To the extent available, three Board members shall be professionals, as defined by National Park
Service regulations, from the disciplines of history, architecture or architectural history, and archeology.
(3) The Board will meet twice each year or as necessary and conduct business in accordance with
the Open Meeting Laws of Alaska. This includes public notification of meeting place, time and agendas.
(4) Written minutes of each Board meeting will be prepared and made available for public inspection.
(c) Historic District Board Duties:
(1) The Board shall make recommendations to the Kenai Planning and Zoning Commission as to the
area of the city to be included within the zone and any adjustments to the boundaries in the future.
(2) The Board shall review zoning requirements and review all proposed changes to the zoning law
within the TSH Zoning District.
(3) The Board shall schedule a minimum of two meetings annually and special meetings as requested
by the Planning Department to review proposed building permit applications within the zone or other
business considered necessary by the Planning Department.
(4) The Board shall conduct or cause to be conducted a survey of the historic, architectural, and
archaeological resources within the community. The survey shall be compatible with the Alaska Heritage
Resources Survey and able to be readily integrated into statewide comprehensive historic preservation
planning and other planning processes. Survey and inventory documents shall be maintained to protect
the site location(s) from possible vandalism. The survey shall be updated annually. (Ord. 1636-95)
(5) The Board shall review and comment to the State Historic Preservation Officer on all proposed
National Register nominations for properties within the boundaries of the City. When the TSH Board
considers a National Register nomination which is normally evaluated by professionals in a specific
discipline and that discipline is not represented on the Board, the Board will seek expertise in this area
before rendering a decision.
(6) The Board shall act in an advisory role to other officials and departments of local government
regarding the identification and protection of local historic and archaeological resources.
(7) The Board shall work toward the continuing education of citizens regarding historic preservation
and the community's history.
(8) The Board will review all building permit applications as well as all exterior architectural alterations
and demolition within the designated zone. The Board's responsibility will be to provide it's
recommendation for approval, denial or modification to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The
guidelines to be followed by the Board will be designed to preserve the character which typify
development in the zone and provide the basis for preserving the historical character of the zone.
Applications must be accompanied by a schematic drawing of proposed changes within the zone.
(9) The Board shall develop a local historical preservation plan that will be compatible with the Alaska
State Historic Preservation Plan and produce information that is compatible with the Alaska Heritage
Resource Survey.
(d) Application: An application requiring review in TSH Zoning District shall be filed with the Planning
Department. The TSH zoning district, as located within the bounds shown on the City of Kenai Official
Zoning Map. The application shall contain:
(1) One reproducible copy of the application signed by the applicant and, if leasing the premises,
co-signed by the owner indicating type or nature of business.
(2) Current color photographs of the site and of any existing structures representing both the overall
condition of structures and accurately portraying materials and color.
(3) Reproducible schematic plans of the proposed construction sufficient to show building size and
layout, exterior elevations, proposed materials and colors.
(4) A landscaping and site plan complying with KMC 14.25 and the development criteria of this
chapter drawn to scale showing the existing structure and all proposed alterations and additions in relation
to the site.
(e) Development Criteria. The development criteria is intended to provide for a district in which
residential and business enterprises cohabit-habitat as a desirable and compatible use. All proposed
construction, renovation, demolition, or alteration shall:
(1) Encourage, whenever possible and compatible with historic character of the TSH zone, foot traffic;
restaurants, gift shops, parks, etc.; indigenous Kenai Peninsula flora; wooden structures including log style
with soft colored or natural sidings.
(2) Discourage uses which will violate the historic and scenic quality of the TSH zone; buildings and
building additions that are not compatible with adjacent buildings or which violate the existing character
and scale of the district.
(3) Specific structures and activities which will not be allowed, but are not limited to:
(a) Buildings with "modern design style of architecture" that have no historical correlation with the
district;
(b) Multiple family residences (excluding duplexes);
(c) Gas stations;
(d) Auto repair shops;
(e) Rental storage of any kind;
(f) Kennels or similar uses;
(g) Livestock, Stables, Commercial horseback riding;
(h) Auto body and paint shops;
(4) Commercial buildings am limited to a total area of no mom 5,000 square feet per story. Any
individual unit within the structure may be of no mom than 2,500 square feet, except that the Commission
may allow a larger individual unit if it is determined to be compatible with the zone.
(5) Metal-sided buildings may be allowed if the Commission determines they are compatible with the
zone.
(f) Criteria for determining acceptable use shall include, but not be limited to the following:
(1) All alterations to existing structures should be performed so as to preserve the historical and
architectural character of the TSH zoning district.
(2) The distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure, or site in its environment
shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration of any historic material or destruction of architectural
features cannot be done without approval.
(3) Changes which may have taken place in the course of time are evidence of the history and
development of a building, structure, or site, and its environment. These changes may have acquired
significance of their own, which should be recognized and respected.
(4) Landscaping requirements according to City of Kenai as required by KMC 14.25.
(5) All exterior construction must be completed within a year of date of approval.
(g) Existing structures: All structures existing prior to the enactment of this ordinance will be allowed
to continue in their present form and use. In the event of loss of the existing structure due to demolition,
fire or natural causes, the structure may be rebuilt with the following requirements:
(1) The structure to be rebuilt must conform to the previously existing structure in terms of size, shape
and location unless the Commission determines the new structure is more compatible with the intent of the
TSH zone.
(2) The use of the new structure must be the same as the use of the previous structure.
(3) Application for reconstruction of the structure must be made to the Planning Department within
one year of the date of loss due to demolition or damage.
(4) Reconstruction of the structure must be complete within two years of the date of the loss due to
demolition or damage.
(5) If applicant wants to rebuild, other than a pm-existing structure, the existing structure provisions
as stated above are not applicable.
(h) Criteria for designation of landmarks to be included in the TSH:
(1) Its age - approximately fifty years old.
(2) Its character, interest or value as part of the development, heritage, or cultural characteristics of
the City of Kenai.
(3) Its location as the site of a significant historic event.
(4) Its identification with a person or persons who significantly contributed to the culture and
development of the City of Kenai.
(5) Its distinguishing characteristics of an architectural type.
(6) Its relationship to other distinctive areas that am eligible for preservation according to a historical,
cultural, or architectural criteria.
(i) Uses.
(1) Principal Permitted Uses as allowed in Land Use Table.
(2) Conditional Uses: As allowed in the Land Use Table and subject to the provision of this chapter.
1. Such uses must be similar to principal uses permitted in the zone.
2. Such uses must be in harmony with the intent of the zone.
(j) Review process. Upon submittal of an application, the Planning Department shall schedule the
application for review by the TSH Zoning District Review Board at the following appropriate meeting. The
Board shall make a recommendation regarding the permit application to the Planning and Zoning
Commission. The Board's recommendation shall be based upon the development criteria in this section
and all other pertinent provisions of the Kenai Municipal Code.
(k) Signs. Signs shall be as allowed as set forth in KMC 14.20.220(f). (Ord. 1727-96)
(I) Penalties. Penalties for non-compliance with this Chapter shall be as set forth by KMC 14.20.260.
(m) Definitions.
(1) Alteration-Any act or process that changes one or more of the exterior architectural features of a
structure, including, but not limited to, the erection, construction, reconstruction, or removal of any
structure which requires a building permit.
(2) Construction-The act of adding an addition to an existing structure or the erection of a new
principal or accessory structure on a lot or property which requires a building permit.
(3) Demolition-Any act or process that destroys in part or in whole a landmark or a structure within a
historic district.
(4) Certified Local Government-A local government "that has been certified to carry out the purposes
of section 101(b) of the National Historic Preservation Act." (Ord. 1637-95)
(5) Historic District-An area designated as a "historic district" by ordinance of the City Council, which
contains within definable geographic boundaries, one or more landmark and which may have within its
boundaries other properties or structures that, while not of such historic and/or architectural significance to
be designated as landmarks, nevertheless contribute to the overall visual characteristics of the landmark
or landmarks located within the historic district.
(6) Historic Preservation-The act of adopting regulations and restrictions for the protection and
preservation of places and areas of historical and cultural importance to the Kenai.
(7) Landmark-A property or structure designated as a "landmark" by ordinance of the City Council,
pursuant to procedures prescribed herein, that is worthy of rehabilitation, restoration, and preservation
because of its historic and/or architectural significance to the City of Kenai.
(8) New Development-Any development which requires a building permit.
(9) Reconstruction-The action of returning a structure to original state.
(10) Relocation-Any relocation of a structure on its site or to another site.
(11 ) Renovation-To restore to a former better state (as by repairing or rebuilding).
(12) Site plan-Schematic drawing complying with the development criteria of this chapter and drawn
to scale showing proposed structure in relation to the site.
(Ords. 1133, 1527-93, 1567-93)