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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-04-20 Historic District Board SummaryHISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD April 20, 1998 - 7:00 p.m. *** AMENDED AGENDA*** Kenai City Hall Chair Dorothy Gray 1. ROLL CALL: 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 16, 1998 4. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: Se HISTORIC BOARD REVIEW: a. Application for Review of Development in TSI-I District- Tromblee (Lot 38A Dolchok Subdivision)--Restoration of existing garage. b. Application for Review of Development in TSH District- Petroze (Lot 4, Block 5, Original Townsite)--Foundation, siding, fencing, garage. 6. NEW BUSINESS: 7. OLD BUSINESS: a. Preservation Plan b. Preservation Week - May 10 to 16, 1998 c. Walking Tour Brochure d. Gold Rush Commemoration e. I-Iansen Park Historic Signs f. Visitor Center Old Town Exhibit 8. REPORTS: a. City Council b. Administration 9. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: ~ O. BOARD QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS: INFORMATION: a. 1998 Goals and Objectives b. Clarion ad for Gold Rush showcase c. "Preservation Advocate News"- March 1998 d. Sample letter dated 4/8/98 sent to TSH property owners e. National Trust for Historic Preservation ISTEA information ~ 2. ADJOURNMENT: ® ® ® ® Se HISTORIC DISTRICT BOARD April 20, 1998- 7:00 p.m. Kenai City Hall Council Chambers Chair Dorothy Gray MINUTES CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chairperson Gray called the meeting to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. Members Present' Dorothy Gray, Ethel Clausen, Michael Huhndorf, Gloria Wik, Bill Kluge (arrived at 7:10 p.m.) Members Absent: Cecelia Richard (arrived at 7'20 p.m., excused) Also Present' Administrative Assistant Marilyn Kebschull, Contract Secretary Barb Roper APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was amended by adding the following under Historic Board Review: 5.b. Application for Review of Development in TSH District ~ Petroze (Lot 4, Bock 5, Original Townsite)~ Foundation, siding, fencing, garage. Agenda was approved with the addition. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 16, 1998 The minutes of March 16, 1998 were approved as presented. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HRA~D - None HISTORIC BOARD REVIEW a® Application for Review of Development in TSH District-- Tromblee (Lot 38A Dolchok Subdivision} --- Restoration of existing garage. HUHNDORF MOVED TO APPROVE THE RESTORATION OF THE EXISTING GARAGE ON LOT 38A, DOLCHOK SUBDIVISIONS. MOTION SECONDED BY WIK. Gray asked if the owner would give a more complete description of the proposed work. Joe Tromblee, 510 Mission Avenue, Kenai, Alaska provided the Board with photos of the existing garage and explained that it was built with various types of material to include very thick metal, dove-tail logs, sticks, etc. Tromblee reported he was going to remodel the inside and since he was doing that he thought he would get approval to remodel and/or restore the outside as well. Tromblee indicated that he would attempt to save whatever historical sections the Board thinks should be saved. The roof would be similar material that is used on his houses. The current roof is made from old tin cans that held oil. The design will remain the same. Gray asked the exact location. Tromblee answered that it was directly straight ahead of the day care center. Tromblee continued, the garage used to have a door on it but it's gone and the building is old and waterlogged. Gray asked if only one side had the dove-tailed logs. Tromblee confirmed that was correct and if the Board wanted to save that wall he would use it as a nombearing wall by putting another wall behind it to support the roof. Gray asked if the structure was going to be used as a garage. Tromblee replied, it would be used as a garage and storage as it currently is being used. Gray asked what other type of materials would be used on the other three sides. Tromblee answered, the building currently has corrugated metal on the sides and he intends to use lap or cedar siding. The siding would match that used in the neighborhood. Tromblee confirmed that he is going to try to restore the dove-tail log side of the garage and the other three sides will have new siding. The dove-tail logs on the left side would be a non-bearing wall as a new wall would be built behind it. The Board agreed that keeping the dove-tail logs would keep with the historic character of the area. Gray asked when the work would be done. Tromblee replied, he would start this summer and depending on funds, it may take two summers to complete. Voice Vote' All in favor, Motion passed unanimously. Kluge arrived at 7:13 p.m. Kebschull informed Tromblee (and Petroze) that, per the Code, his application is required to now go to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Historic District Board's recommendation to approve will be forwarded. Kebschull also informed Tromblee that since Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 2 be his application has to be published in the paper they won't go to Planning and Zoning until May 13, 1998. If the Building Official has everything he needs then the permit could be issued the next day. When asked about the building permit, Kebschull confirmed that a building permit is required for anything structural, electrical, or plumbing. Application for Review of Development in TSH District--- Petroze (Lot 4, Block 5, Original Townsite)-- Foundation, siding, fencing, garage. HUHNDORF MOVED TO APPROVE THE RAISING OF THE HOUSE ON LOT 4~ BLOCK 5~ ORIGINAL TOWNSITE TO INCLUDE RE-SUPPORT OF THE FLOOR JOIST, NEW SIDING, FENCING, AND GARAGE. MOTION WAS SECONDED BY CLAUSEN. Wik asked if photos of the existing structure were available. Don Petroze, $17 Overland Drive, Kenai, Alaska replied a photograph was provided. Kebschull noted a copy was included with the application and she also had the original on hand for Board members to review. Gray asked if the property extended to the corner of Mission. Petroze answered, it did not. Sandy Vozar owns the vacant piece next to him and he has permission to go on to her property to do the excavating to get to the underpart of his structure. Petroze also confirmed the garage is an addition to the existing building and will go to the left of the building. Petroze continued, the property is approximately two feet off the property line on the right side and there is 29 feet to the left of the building for the garage. Petroze stated that raising the building, doing the foundation work and placing the siding is his main concern. Getting approval of the garage is fine and the purpose of having it would be to store his snow plowing and lawn care equipment and to do any required maintenance. Kluge stated it was difficult to tell from the photo but it appears that the roof is shallow-sloped. Petroze confirmed it was. Kluge asked when the original building was built. Petroze replied, in 1964. Kluge asked if he was in the building at this time. Petroze answered, he is operating his business out of the building. Kluge asked if he was experiencing any roof problems. Petroze stated the building was re-roofed two years ago. Kluge thought there was opportunity available for Petroze to make it look nice with the treatment of the roof. Petroze stated that a roof system should probably be added to the application. Kluge indicated that the Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 3 work could be done with trusses which would probably lessen the problems with the roof in the future since hot-mopping can only last so long. Wik asked if there was a road to the left side of the building. Petroze replied, no, from the edge of the house to the property line there is approximately 30 feet. On the back left corner there is another house. Petroze reported that used to be one piece of property at one time and it was subdivided. The lot he has is only 40' x 75'. The side where the garage is being proposed is a house, a shop with a chain link fence that goes along Overland Drive to the neighbors' driveway. Kebschull asked if the property was only two feet from the property line. Petroze answered it sits very close to the property line, there is about two feet from the edge of the house to the property line. Kebschull reported the area is zoned for five-foot setbacks and indicated that Petroze may be required to provide a plot plan to show exactly where the house sits. Kebschull suggested the Board alSo address an encroachment permit for this application. Kluge asked, with the structure being in place prior to the setback requirements, would it be required to have an encroachment permit. Kebschull replied, there are two ways this can be handled. One would be to obtain an encroachment permit or ask to grandfather the property. If the property is grandfathered then the original structure cannot be enlarged. Kebschull continued, the age of the building will be considered when the encroachment permit is requested. Petroze indicated that he wasn't planning to do any work on the right side of the building other than digging out so he can get below the house to do the foundation work. The structure will not get any closer to the property line. Petroze reiterated that he spoke with Vozar and she gave permission to go onto her property to accomplish his work. Petroze will hydro-seed the area after his work is complete. Kluge recommended that Petroze meet with the Building Official to discuss the proximity of the building to the property line. Kluge asked if there were windows on the side that is two feet from the property line. Petroze confirmed there were but they were more picture windows and not egress. Kluge stated if this was a new building, openings would not be allowed less than five feet from the property line. Petroze stated he would close them off. Kluge stated the wall would have to have gypsum sheathing for proper rating so it gets complicated. Kluge again recommended that Petroze meet with the Building Official. Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 4 Kebschull stated the Board needs to decide whether or not to approve the proposed renovations. If approved, then the Building Official will review the building code to assure compliance. Petroze asked if the setback was the same for residential and commercial properties. Kebschull replied, unfortunately, this particular zone doesn't differentiate from residential and commercial. It is zoned as what is now called the Townsite Historic District Zone and the setback is five feet. Kebschull also pointed out other zones have larger setbacks. Petroze indicated his property was zoned residential or commercial two years ago when he purchased it. Kebschull continued, the special zoning for the area eliminated the previous zoning. Petroze noted it was only one side of the house that has the question of the setback. The back of the house if five feet off the property line. Kebschull stated the zone requires ten feet front and back. Petroze indicated that he should probably just leave the house the way it is but he wants to clean the place up to make it more attractive for the area. Kebschull suggested the Board give their recommendation, and then Petroze come back to see the Building Official. Petrose can then decide if he wants to pursue it with Planning and Zoning. Kebschull also recommended that if it goes to Planning and Zoning then an encroachment permit be requested. Gray asked if the roof trusses should be added to the application. Petroze requested that they be included. Gray stated the Land Use Table was just revised and in this zone, whether the business is considered a business/consumer service or a professional office, could mean the difference of whether it is permitted or a conditional use. Kebschull clarified that business/consumer services is when someone comes to your business for service. Petroze uses this property as an office for dispatch and paper work so the best description would be a professional office. HUHNDORF AMENDED THE MOTION TO INCLUDE THE ROOF TRUSSES TO THE ORIGINAL APPLICATION AND RECOMMENDED THAT PLANNING AND ZONING ISSUE AN ENCROACHMENT PERMIT IF ONE IS NECESSARY. MOTION SECONDED BY CLAUSEN. Voice Vote {Amended Motion}- All in favor, passed unanimously. Voice Vote (Main Motion}: All in favor, passed unanimously. Petrose was directed to contact Kebschull and she will schedule a meeting with the Building Official. Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 5 NEW BUSINESS - None ® OLD BUSINESS a. Preservation Plan Gray reported she edited the Preservation Plan and although there were some minor corrections the overall product was impressive. Gray recommended that Items 2 and 3 on Page 2 contain a condensed version of the historic character of Kenai as anyone that reads the plan will not go to the survey book for information. Gray thought people would rather read a short synopsis and if they want more then they can go to the survey. Gray provided a copy of the summary she prepared from the survey. Huhndorf recommended that Items 4, 5, and 6 also have a short synopsis in order to maintain consistency throughout the plan. Kebschull reported that she spoke to Jo Antonson of CLG and it was suggested then that a preservation plan be kept at a minimum as people will not read a large document. A lot of information is not feasible. Kebschull pointed out the sections of the Code that are included as attachments as they are not a part of the survey. The CLG is excited about the Preservation Plan. Discussion took place on the information for Items 4 through 6 and Gray will write a short summary for each item and will provide it at the next meeting. Gray provided Kebschull with her recommended corrections. Ce Preservation Week- May 10 to 16, 1998 May 9, 1998 is the kick off date for Preservation Week. There will be a function at the Visitors Center at 1:00 p.m. Gray will attend the next Rotary meeting to invite the members and also thank them for their support on the signs. Kluge noted the Rotary Club meets every Monday at noon. Huhndorf will contact the Elders and Carol Ford to see if they would be available at the Visitors Center to tell stories and answer questions about the history of Kenai. Gray will provide Kebschull with a press release which will be submitted to the Clarion. It was noted this press release will also be included on the City's home page. Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 6 de Huhndorf reported he attended the Council meeting on April 1, 1998 and the request for $124.00 was rejected as more information was required. Tarr, at the Visitor' Center, indicated they will pay for the cost of the walking tour brochure. Gray asked about the proclamation from Council. Kebschull reported she can obtain that from the City Clerk and she thought work was already being done on it as Councilman Moore was going to request it. Gray reported the signs were up in Old Town. Huhndorf reported the Shk'ituk't signs were out of sequence. Kebschull will have them put back in order. Gray indicated that should the Elders and Ford be unable to attend the functions at the Visitors Center then the Board will use the day as a kick off of the walking tour. Gray will open buildings in Old Town for tours. Tea and cookies will be served at the Visitors Center after the tour. Huhndorf will provide an article to the Clarion by April 30, 1998. Walking Tour Brochure Huhndorf provided a final copy of the walking tour brochure and reported they will be printed in Soldotna. The walking tour will be available before May 9, 1998. Kluge stated that in a conversation he had with Tarr, she indicated the request could be presented again to Council for funding. Huhndorf thought that would be the case for next year when the walking tour brochure is revised. The walking tour brochure for this year is being done quickly just to get it out and the plan is to improve it next year. Huhndorf pointed out the disclaimer at the end of the brochure which states the information is subject to revision as more contributions from the community are added. Tarr suggested the database be maintained at the Visitors Center so that it can be easily updated as information is provided. Huhndorf thought the reason the request for funds was turned down by Council was because Bookey was concerned about how it would be funded and taken care of. Huhndorf continued, concern was also expressed with 70,000 people visiting the Center and charging for the walking tour. If the brochure is charged for it is likely not to run out as quickly. Also if charging for the brochure, how would the process be handled. Gray pointed out the 70,000 people that go through the doors at the Center also include delivery personnel, school tour groups, etc. However, there is still a great number of visitors. Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 7 Kebschull asked if the brochure would be printed on 11 x 17 paper, two- sided. If it is, then additional copies could be made at the City offices. Huhndorf thought the size may even be larger, perhaps 25" long. Gray thought businesses in town may sponsor the brochure and that would be a way to fund the project. Huhndorf reported the brochure will include photographs and a map and will be printed on light brown parchment paper. Huhndorf also noted that the brochure will include credits to various individuals and businesses that contributed time and information to the tour. Gray thanked Huhndorf for his hard work on the walking tour. Gold Rush Commemoration Gray reported an ad was run in the newspaper (a copy was included in the packet). Kebschull stated the Clarion ran the article twice but also included it in the Community News section. Huhndorf indicated that Richard hasn't received any calls yet. Gray stated that if there was not a response from the ad then she would ask the book store owners in Soldotna if they would lend the small gold rush display they had in their store. Hansen Park Historic Signs Gray asked Kluge about the status of the signs in Hansen park. Kluge reported that he originally thought that Parks and Rec had no direction. Kluge reported after discussion with Frates, he was not impressed with the design of the park which was prepared by Bill Nelson. Kluge steered it towards Suzanne Little and suggested she contact the City to offer some landscaping and design suggestions. Kluge indicated that Parks doesn't want to spend any money on a design so are pursuing the original direction. It was noted that the park has to be completed in two years. Roper reported that the Beautification Committee had looked at the preliminary landscape design, which includes some shrubbery and a few flower beds, so it is different from what Kluge had seen before. Additionally, the signage has not been discussed recently but the last thought was to have one large sign at the entrance to the park. The information for the sign was provided by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe. Kluge stated he did not know what they wanted to do with the signs at the time but they were considering uni-strut and having the signs placed at an angle. Kluge stated that he didn't want to get professionally involved with the way it was so he bowed out and decided to let them do their own project. However, he would be available to help with information for the signs. Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 8 g. Visitor Center Old Town Exhibit Gray recommended this item be put on the agenda for the May meeting. 8. REPORTS City Council - Council report in meeting packet. Administration Kebschull noted the goals and objectives included in the packet were approved at the last meeting. Kebschull noted the she didn't receive anything on the yearly report so she contacted the CLG and was informed they are behind on getting information out so it is likely the report won't be complete until June. ® PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: - None 10. BOARD 0UESTIONS AND COMMENTS Wik apologized for missing the last meeting, she was working out of town. 11. INFORMATION 1998 Goals and Objectives Clarion Ad for Gold Rush Showcase "Preservation Advocate News" --- March 1998 Sample letter dated 4/8/98 sent to TSH property owners The Beautification Committee will plant flowers around the signs. Kebschull reported the only response she's received from the letter are from the businesses in the area and they support the planting and offered to maintain them. National Trust for Historic Preservation ISTEA information 12. ADJOURNMENT MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretal~ Historic District Board April 20, 1998 Page 9