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IOWA CITY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Thursday, September 13, 2007
City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street
Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 p.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Public discussion of anything not on the agenda
3. Items of Consideration
A. Certificate of Appropriateness:
1. 1024 E. Washington Street
2. 423 Grant Street
3. 451 Rundell Street
B. Minutes for August 09, 2007
4. Other
Discussion of statewide survey of theaters in Iowa
5. Adjourn
Staff Report
September 13, 2007
Historic Review for 1024 E. Washington Street
District: College Hill Conservation District
Classification: Contributing
The applicant, Cindy Parsons, is requesting approval for a alteration project at 1024 East Washington Street.
This is a contributing property in the College Hill Conservation District. The applicant is seeking approval the
replacement of four slider windows on an existing addition on the house with for four metal-clad wood
double-hung windows.
Applicable Regulations and Guidelines:
4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations
4.7 Windows
Staff Comments
The house was built in c. 1890-1900 and appears to be a typical Vernacular house. No stylistic influence is
evident as vinyl siding has been applied. It is an ELL-shaped house with cross-gabled roof prof1le.
The applicant intends to replace four windows on an existing addition located on the back of the house. The
existing windows are vinyl slider type windows and the openings are square in proportion. Originally, this
addition may have been an open rear porch.
Because there is not particular language in the guidelines about changing non-historic window sizes, the
Commission should consider the basic principles and characters of windows on a house of this age. Except
small decorative windows, windows on a historic house of this age are generally taller than they are wide. For
replacement and for adding new windows, the guidelines recommend using windows that match the type,
proportions, trim and appearance of the historic windows. Using such windows would help reduce the
incompatibility of the addition. However, the applicant has indicated that she would prefer not to change the
size of the openings as it may lead to more extensive structural and trim work. Although the existing size of
the opening is not ideal for a double-hung window, it would be an improvement compared to the existing
sliding windows.
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Application for Historic Rev~w
Application for alterations to the extarior of historic landmarks or proper.
ties located In a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City
Code Section 14-4C. Guideline$ for the Historic Review process. explanation
of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation
H(ij~ #til\.l\ Ii> .a"Q;~ il) t1~ PCC offj\;e 4t City H.iU \,IJ UI>>>>~.at yt'MI.
icgov.orgIHPhandbook.
Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month.
During the summer months. the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday.
Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to
the meettng.
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CJ Certificate of No Material Effect
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CJ Major review
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If the proposed project entails an addition. a new strUcture or
a ~&niflQnt aiLCTlltlon to an obti~ :nructurc, plene ~ubmlt a
site plan, floor plans. building elewtlons and photographs.
If the proposed project ii a minor alteration to a strucwre,
please provide drawinp and photographs to sufficiently de-
scribe the scope of the project..
Provide:! written de!crlption of the propos~ prolett on me
second page of this application.
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Historic Designation
Q This property Is a local historic landmark
OR
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Wi~he district.. this property 15 classlfied as:
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Project 'TYPe
e(' Alt.eradon of an .xi.tinl bulldln2 (Ie. aldlnt and window
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decks, porch recOll$U'UCtlOll, baluster repair or similar)
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QUOTE BY: Liz QUOTE #: JLlZ01472
SOLD TO: Gary Klinefelter - SHIP TO:
1131 E. Washington
Iowa City, IA 52245
PO#: PROJECT NAME: 1024 E Washington
REFERENCE:
LINE NO. LOCATION BOOK CODE UNIT QTY EXTENDED
SIZE INFO DESCRIPTION PRICE PRICE
Line- 1 West DIM-CDR4016
Sash Opening: 42 3/8 X 38 Custom Clad DHRS VENT
~ Ij Brilliant White Sash
Primed Interior
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White Jamb Liner
White Hardware
Viewed from Exterior. Scale: 1/4" = l' NO Lift Cam Lock(s)
IGW Int Glz Low-E
No Grid
PEV 2007.2.1.128/PDV 5.255 (06/22/07) PW
$320.40 $320.40
Line- 2 East DIM-CDR4018
Sash Opening: 42 1/2 X 38 1/2 Custom Clad DHRS VENT
~ ~ Brilliant White Sash
Primed Interior
~ 11 5 deg
White Jamb Liner
White Hardware
Viewed from Exterior. Scale: 1/4" = l' NO Lift Cam Lock(s)
IGW Int Glz Low-E
No Grid
PEV 2007.2.1.128/PDV 5.255 (06/22/07) PW
$370.04 $370.04
Line- 3 North DIM-CDR4018
Sash Opening: 42 1/2 X 38 1/2 Custom Clad DHRS VENT
~ ~ Brilliant White Sash
Primed Interior
~ ~ 5 deg
White Jamb Liner
White Hardware
Viewed from Exterior. Scale: 1/4" = l' NO Lift Cam Lock(s)
IGW Int Glz Low-E
No Grid
PEV 2007.2.1.128/PDV 5.255 (06/22/07) PW
$370.04 $370.04
QQ-1.13.283 cust-037000
Quote Date: 8/29/2007
PaQe 1 of 2 (Prices are subject to change.)
DrawinQs are for visual reference only and may not be to exact scale. All orders are subiect to review by JELD-WEN
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Last Modified: 8/29/2007
LOCATION
SIZE INFO
Line- 4 North
Sash Opening: 423/8 X 38 1/2
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BOOK CODE
DESCRIPTION
DIM-CDR4018
Custom Clad DHRS VENT
Brilliant White Sash
Primed Interior
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White Hardware
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PRICE
$370.04
$1,430.52
$1,430.52
$85.83
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QQ-1.13.283 cust-037000
Quote Date: 8/29/2007
JLlZ01472 - 8/29/2007 - 11 :38
Last Modified: 8/29/2007
$370.04
Total:
Sub Total:
Iowa Sales Tax (6 %):
NET TOTAL:
Total Units:
Paqe 2 of 2 (Prices are subject to change.)
Drawings are for visual reference only and may not be to exact scale. All orders are subject to review by JELD-WEN
Staff Report
September 13, 2007
Historic Review for 423 Grant Street
District: Longfellow Historic District
Classification: Contributing
The applicants, Thomas and Karen Casavant, are requesting approval for a new construction project at 423
Grant Street. This is a contributing property in the Longfellow Historic District. The applicant is proposing
to build a new outbuilding on the property.
Applicable Regulations and Guidelines:
6.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for New Construction
6.2 New Outbuildings
Staff Comments
The applicants are proposing to build an outbuilding on a portion of the property that currently is an empty
lot south of 423 Grant Street. Because construction of an accessory building without a primary building is not
allowed by code, the applicants would need to combine the lots to enable construction. Therefore, if the
Commission approves the project, it would be subject to the reconfiguration of the lots into one lot.
The Bungalow on the property was built in 1927 and the use of clipped gable ends, combination of brick and
stucco for exterior fmish, extended eaves with brackets shows influence of the Craftsman Style.
The applicant is now proposing to build a small outbuilding that is similar to a 'Swedish summer cottage' and
has provided some photographs of such cottages. The footprint of the proposed structure measures
approximately 12 feet x 24 feet and includes a small full width front porch. The applicants intend to use a
front gabled moderately pitched roof, board and batten siding, and wood doors and windows for the
structure. Although not originally found in Iowa City, this type of structure can be compared to some of the
accessory structures that are not used as garages in our older neighborhoods.
The application materials submitted show a variety of window types, divided-light patterns as well as use
exterior shutters for the windows. Staff recommends that a divided pattern for the windows should be
consistent and similar to the windows on house. The applicants are also considering using a wide French door
for the cottage. Staff believes that a wide door may not be appropriate for a structure of this size in terms of
the ratio of wall surface to opening size and proportions. Staff also believes that the use of exterior shutters is
not characteristic or appropriate for a structure with board and batten siding.
The applicant is also proposing to use synthetic tiles for the roof. Tile roofs are not commonly found on
small residential structures in Iowa City and may not be appropriate in this context. In addition, typically
guidelines disallow the use of synthetic materials unless approved by the Commission as appropriate
substitutes of the original materials. Staff recommends using a simple asphalt shingles similar to that used for
the house.
The application does not provide any information about the foundation for the proposed cottage. If the
foundation is exposed more that 6 inches staff recommends using brick veneers that are similar to those on
the house.
Application for Historic Review
Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper-
ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City
Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation
of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation
Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www.
icgov.org/HPhandbook.
Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month.
During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday.
Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to
the meeting.
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lit'" Certificate of Appropriateness
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Application Requirements
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iii" Site plan
r$ Floor plans
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o Other ..............................................................................
If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or
a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a
site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photographs.
If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure,
please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de-
scribe the scope of the project.
Provide a written description of the proposed project on the
second page of this application.
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Historic Designation
o This property is a local historic landmark
OR
o This property is located in the:
o Brown Street Historic District
o College Green Historic District
o East College Street Historic District
!f Longfellow Historic District
o Summit Street Historic District
o Woodlawn Historic District
o Clark Street Conservation District
o College Hill Conservation District
o Dearborn Street Conservation District
o Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District
Within the district, this property is classified as:
o Contributing
o Noncontributing
o Nonhistoric
Project Type
o Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window
replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new
decks, porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar)
o Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps)
o Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch,
chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar)
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o Repair or restoration of an existing structure that will not.
change its appearance
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Staff Report
September 13,2007
Historic Review for 451 Rundell Street
District: Longfellow Historic District
Classification: Non-Contributing
The applicants, Axel and Kristina Swanson, are requesting approval for proposed project involving a
new addition and new construction at 451 Rundell Street. This house is identified as a non-
contributing property in the Longfellow Historic District. The applicants are seeking approval the
construction of a new addition behind the existing house and a new one-car garage. The applicants
are also proposing to build a deck.
Applicable Regulations and Guidelines:
5.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Addition
5.1 Expansion of Building Footprint
6.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for New Construction
6.2 New Outbuildings
Staff Comments
This Italianate house was originally built in 1875 and was located at 703 Bowery Street. It was
moved to the current location in the 1990s. It features a full width front porch with tapered round
classical columns, decorative trim for the doors and windows. A small one-story addition was built
on the southwest corner at an unknown date. This building was likely identified as being non-
contributing because it was moved to this property relatively recently.
The applicant is proposing to build a single-story addition and a deck in the back. The footprint of
the proposed addition measures approximately 12 feet x 24 feet. The applicants are proposing to use
a shed roof (3:12 pitch) for the new addition. The applicants are also considering building a new
one-car garage with a front-gabled roof.
The guidelines recommend building an addition such that it will not diminish the character of the
historic structure, distinguishing the new addition from the historic structure, and matching key
horizontal lines on the existing building.
The applicants are not planning to offset the new addition from the existing building plain on the
north. Staff believes that a small offset of at least 12 would be beneficial, especially as the rakes of
the shed would not be visible from the front. The brake in the building plain would also be helpful
to distinguish between the old and the new. Due to the low ceiling heights of the existing addition,
the applicants indicate they prefer not to use same eave lines for the new addition.
The applicants are also considering a concrete pier foundation for the new addition instead of a solid
foundation. The applicants indicate that this is necessary due to flooding issues. In staff's opinion,
this would be unusual type of foundation for an addition, as pier foundations are typically found on
porches in Iowa City. In such a situation, the foundations do need to be well built with sufficient
openings, and it may be adequate if the foundation under the deck area is kept open. Staff
recommends that such an option be explored.
The applicants plan to reuse two of the existing windows on the house for the addition and replace
the second story windows with new solid-wood metal clad wood windows. The material and style of
the garage door has not been mentioned. The guidelines recommend using a simple panel (not flush
or raised panel) door.
The project is in general consistent with the guidelines, however staff recommends that the north
wall of the new addition should be offset from the existing building plain and the option to use a
solid foundation for the visible porch of the addition should be explored.
Application for Historic Review
Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper-
ties located in a historic dist,'ict or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City
Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation
of the process and regulations can be found in the 'WI(! City Historic Preser\lOtiOI1
Handbook. which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www.
icgov.orgIHPhandbook.
Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the secondThursday of each month.
During rhe summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday
Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to
the meeting,
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o Certificate of No Material Effect
lY'Cercificate of Appropriateness
o Major review
o Intermediate review
o Mi nor review
Applicant Information
(Please check primary conract person)
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Application Requirements
Attached are the following item5:
o Site plan
}Q Floor pians
~ Building elel/ations
o Photographs
o Product information
o Other ...t9.Qf..P.!!j!)...........................................................
If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or
a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a
site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photogl'3phs.
If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure,
please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de-
scribe the scope ofthe project.
Provide a written description of the proposed project en tile
second page of this application.
Property Information
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Historic Designation
o This property is a local histol'ic landmark
OR
o This property is located in the:
o Brown Street Historic District
o College Green Historic District
o East College Street Historic District
lJit"'i.ongfeliow Historic District
o Summit Street Historic District
U Woodlawn Historic Distdet
o Clark Street Conservation District
o College Hill Conservation District
o Dearbom Street Conservation District
o Lucas-Gol/ernor Street Conservation District
Within the district. this property is classified as:
o Contributing
o Noncontributing
o Nonhistoric
Project Type
U Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window
replacement, skylights, window opening alterarions, new
decks, porch reconstruction. baluster repair or similar)
iliI Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps)
o Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch.
chimneys. decorative trim. baluster or similar)
o Construction of new building
o Re pair 0 r restoration of an existing strucru re that wi II not .
change its appearance
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Project description
The Swansons would like to build an addition onto their existing home to accommodate a larger kitchen
and living space as well as to provide an enclosed garage. The addition will utilize the homes existing
windows in the living space addition. New aluminum clad solid wood windows and doors will be
utilized where windows are replaced in the upstairs bedrooms and where new windows and doors are
provided in the kitchen area. All exterior detailing will be consistant with the existing home using
cement siding with profiles to match existing.
Materials to be used
The new addition will utilize cement board siding, existing windows and trim boards, and new aluminum
clad solid wood windows. See attached back elevation for additional comments about materials.
Exterior appearance changes
From the street the only appearance change will be the addition of a garage with detailing to match the
existing home. The back elevation will have an addition that matches the historic styling of the home
utilizing existing windows and trim where possible.
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mark seabold <mark.seabold@gmail.com>
451 Rundell application for historic review
mark seabold <mark.seabold@gmail.com>
To: sunil-tredalkar@iowa-city.org
Sunil,
Wed, Sep 5, 2007 at 11 :39 AM
I had my email returned again so I will run the documents down today. I reviewed the foundation system with the builder and
owner and because of the flood plain requirements it makes sence to leave it open as piers. We would like to discuss this
issue with yourself and the historic preservation committee to find a solution. The other comments we had discussed have
been changed on the plans. Please let me know if we should attend the Historic Preservation Committee meeting to discuss
the foundation or if there is a different process.
Thanks,
Mark Seabold, AlA
307 College Court
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
http://mai1.google.com/mail/?ik=54405cb26a&view=pt&search=sent&qt=&ww= 122 7 &msg= 114d68a8c... 09/05/2007
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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9,2007
EMMA J. HARVAT HALL
PRELIMINARY
MEMBERS PRESENT: Esther Baker, Michael Brennan, Pam Michaud, Jim Ponto, Alicia Trimble, Tim
Toomey, Tim Weitzel
MEMBERS ABSENT: John McCormally, Ginalie Swaim
STAFF PRESENT: Bob Miklo, Sunil Terdalkar
OTHERS PRESENT: Helen Burford, Derrick, Christopher Green, Ron Herman, David Kral, Mary Ann
Kral, Chris Manjoine, Shelley McCafferty, John Roffman, Arthur Tambourine,
Maureen Tambourine
CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Weitzel called the meeting to order at 6:00.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANYTHING NOT ON THE AGENDA:
There was none.
ITEMS OF CONSIDERATION:
Deferred Applications:
525 South Lucas Street. Terdalkar stated that this is a contributing property in a conservation district and
that this application was discussed at the Commission's last meeting. He said the Commission needed
more information regarding whether any building permits were issued on the property, whether the
property owners were sent the most recent courtesy letter from the City regarding the nature of historic
review, and when the district here was actually created. Terdalkar said the application involved
replacement of windows and the application of some vinyl siding on the house.
Terdalkar said that there were no permits applied for the property related to this alteration, although a
permit was issued for some electrical work. He said that a courtesy letter was sent to Arthur Tambourine
at 525 S. Lucas Street. He said that was the address the ownership was listed under for tax purpose.
Terdalkar added that this district was created and the zoning for this district was passed in May 2001.
Weitzel referred to a staff memo suggesting that Commission members not dwell on whether or not an
action was taken before a permit was issued, so there is not undue influence because of that action. So
that all applicants are treated fairly, he said that the Commission members should not weigh the fact that
work was done without a permit into their consideration, either for or against the applicant.
Maureen Tambourine said that it would be really nice if they would get some consideration for the fact
that they live in Northbrook, Illinois. She said that the City sent out a letter on July 30 to answer several
questions, but the letter did not mention that this item would be on the Commission's August 9th agenda.
Maureen Tambourine said the City then sent out a letter postmarked August 6th stating that this item
would be on the agenda for August 9th. She said that it has been an extreme inconvenience for her and
her husband to attend this meeting.
M. Tambourine asked about the conservation map for the Governor Lucas area, including what the Xs
represent. She asked why the X-marked properties were excluded from the conservation district and what
the white represents.
Weitzel replied that in general, when a district is created, a consultant surveys the area, and based on the
consultant's recommendations and expert consideration of the property, the Commission makes a
determination. M. Tambourine asked what the consultant's criteria are. Weitzel responded that the
consultant is a historic preservation expert. He said that the Commission uses the date range for the
context established for the neighborhood, the quality and integrity of the architecture that remains, and
Historic Preservation Commission
August 9, 2007
Page 2
the date that the building dates to to determine whether a building is eligible, contributing, non-
contributing, a key property, or a non-historic building.
Weitzel said the Xs are non-historic properties. He said that they are properties that date to after"the point
at which the period of context was set up for that district. M. Tambourine asked what date that would be.
Weitzel said he was unsure of the date for the Governor/Lucas District, but it was probably through World
War II. He said that the Tambourines' building is clearly within the context for the neighborhood, and the
building is a historic property. M. Tambourine said that this is relevant, because she has found other
properties in the district that meet the same criteria but were excluded.
M. Tambourine produced 54 photographs of properties on Lucas and Governor Streets. She asked to
have the houses examined. M. Tambourine said the properties are not X-ed. She said that she needs
evidence that none of the properties that do not comply with the guidelines were done before 2000, or
she wants those property owners to be treated the same way she is being treated. M. Tambourine said
that she is only asking for fairness.
Weitzel said that any property that had vinyl siding installed before this neighborhood was designated a
district in 2001 was exempt from review. Brennan said that one could go examine records in the Building
Department and/or planning office during regular business hours for this information. M. Tambourine said
that she is asking for something very fair. Weitzel said that it is not the purview of the Commission to
defend things that were grandfathered in.
Arthur Tambourine asked what the Commission will be expecting them to do. He said that they cannot
afford to change the wood windows. A. Tambourine said that they own a historic house in the City of
Chicago, and vinyl windows were put in three years ago. He asked where the directive for wood windows
comes from. Weitzel said that the Secretary of Interior Standards recommend against vinyl windows and
vinyl siding, and that is what the Commission's guidelines are based on.
M. Tambourine said that the courtesy letter sent in August of 2006 was sent to them at the property
address of 525 South Lucas Street, but they live in Illinois and did not receive the letter.
M. Tambourine said that she talked to the inspector, who explained that he could only go by what he
inspected. She said that they didn't intentionally do this; if they would have known the guidelines, they
would have abided by the guidelines. M. Tambourine said that now they are in a situation where it's going
to cost them an arm and a leg. She said they are asking for a compromise' here. M. Tambourine said
there is a house two doors down from this where the Commission let the owner put another house up in
the back yard and let them close off the walkway and attached it. She said that this is not keeping the
neighborhood looking like it's supposed to look.
A. Tambourine said that he did not know about the vinyl siding prohibition, and it was getting towards
winter and they had already lost a year's rent on the property when he had to finish up the project. He
said that he has spent thousands of dollars on the house.
Weitzel said that the Commission's purview is to enforce the guidelines as they are written. M.
Tambourine said that then everyone needs to have them enforced. Weitzel said that as far as he knows,
they are equally enforced. M. Tambourine said that she has photographs of 54 houses on two blocks.
Weitzel asked about the dates for those projects, and M. Tambourine said that she is asking for the
dates.
Weitzel said that this is a City of Iowa City ordinance. He said that the Tambourines bought property in
the City and therefore need to abide by the ordinance. M. Tambourine said that then so do all of these
other people. She said that just because they own a lot of rental properties and have control in the City,
doesn't mean they can get away with something she can't: M. Tambourine said she is then asking for a
list of the properties and when the projects were done; she said she knows that a lot of them were
recently done.
Historic Preservation Commission
August 9, 2007
Page 3
Trimble said that one can go to the City's website and find out when anyone applied for a permit for
whatever work they had done. M. Tambourine said that if she finds the addresses and the owners had no
permit to put these in, then all the people need to be served the same way she is.
Weitzel said that if they were done in violation of the ordinance without a permit, then yes they would be
treated the same as any other violation. M. Tambourine asked how she was supposed to find it if it isn't
on the website. Weitzel said that the Tambourines need to have a date for when the work was done. M.
Tambourine said that if the owner didn't get a permit, then they're in the same position she's in, and the
City has no way of knowing when they got it done. Trimble said that if the owner didn't get a permit, then
the work shouldn't have been done.
A. Tambourine asked how far the Commission would make him go to make him spend money. He asked
how far he would have to go to satisfy the Commission without changing the windows.
Miklo said that the siding is only on the front of the house. A. Tambourine said that the new siding is only
on the top and on the porch. Miklo said there is a non-profit group in the City that supports preservation
activities. He said that it may be possible to approach that group about a low interest loan or some kind of
grant program that would assist in getting the windows to the way they would have been if a permit had
been applied for. Miklo added that the Commission's job is to determine whether the request to put in
vinyl siding and vinyl windows meets the guidelines. He said that if it doesn't, the Commission may
approve a certificate to replace them with appropriate siding and windows, and there may be some
sources of funding for that.
A. Tambourine said that he would agree to take all of the vinyl off if the Commission would give him a
pass on the windows, which cost him thousands of dollars. M. Tambourine said that they did a lot of work
themselves after the contractor didn't do his job. She said that there are only two companies that make
these windows: Pella and Andersen, which are both extremely expensive. Weitzel said that Marvin
Windows makes a double hung window, and they were mentioned to the Tambourines at the last
meeting.
A. Tambourine said that the next door neighbor put on fiber siding that was approved by the Commission
and will only last about three years. Weitzel said that if it is fiber cement board, it will last many decades.
He said that if the Commission approved it, it would be either wood or fiber cement board, and the
Commission would not have approved pressboard.
M. Tambourine said that if the Commission didn't approve it, then the inspector needs to serve these
people. Weitzel responded that, like most communities, a complaint is required before the City will go out
and serve someone.
A. Tambourine said that one cannot tell the difference in the windows. Weitzel said that the Commission
believes that one can tell the difference, and that vinyl windows are not necessarily better windows. He
said that is why the guidelines don't allow them. Weitzel said the Commission can discuss reasons for an
exception, which would have to include some kind of extenuating circumstances. He said that on the front
of the house, it would be difficult to say that it isn't visible.
M. Tambourine asked how the Commission would feel if they changed the front of the house. She added
that they are trying to find a compromise. Weitzel said that Miklo has offered a good compromise in that
the Commission can approve the work that needs to be done and work towards ways to get it done.
Weitzel said the point is to work with a non-profit preservation group to find wood siding and perhaps
windows that would work. He said that at some point, the City has taken all the steps to notify the
Tambourines that the district is in place and that the guidelines are in place. Weitzel said that the
Tambourines have purchased property in a community that has these standards and the Commission has
to be consistent in the way they treat all applicants.
Miklo said that as long as a property owner is working with the City to resolve something, the City's
enforcement division will give him time to do it. A. Tambourine said he wouldn't say anything if these
windows made any difference in looks.
Historic Preservation Commission
August 9, 2007
Page 4
Brennan asked the Tambourines how long they anticipate owning the house. M. Tambourine said they
plan to own it three more years or so. Brennan asked what their plans would be at that point. M.
Tambourine said that the upstairs has been rented out all along. She said that when their son moves from
the house, they will probably sell the house.
Brennan asked what the Commission did about the windows across the street. Weitzel said the owners
put in the windows the Commission wanted to see there and were told to take the issue up with their
contractor, who did not get a permit nor contact the City. Weitzel said that those are now conforming
windows; the Commission made them take out windows that were hastily put in and put in the correct
windows. He said he believed that was at 602 Grant Street.
Brennan asked if this could be a prolonged thing to let the owners correct the siding now and then let
them wait with new windows until they have proceeds from the sale of the house. Miklo said the difficult
with letting this go over a number of years is that the City doesn't keep records that closely and could
easily lose track of this. He said that the Building Department will give up to 12 months as long as some
progress is being made. Miklo said that if this is not resolved by then, there could be negotiations to
extend that period, especially since this is an income property where rent is coming in and proceeds are
being collected.
Michaud said that the Commission is trying to get this to look like a historic building from the streetscape.
She said that to her, the most prominent problems are the sliding windows, the door, and the vertical
things on the front bay that are part of the vinyl siding. Michaud said that it seems that the Commission
could compromise to make this look historic from the street by changing those elements without changing
the sash windows.
Weitzel said the problem is that the burden is on the Commission to be consistent with all applications.
He said the Commission has made people remove installed windows and reinstall them because they
didn't meet the guidelines. Weitzel said that once the Commission lets one owner who did work without a
permit because they did not know about the ordinance get by with this, then the Commission will see a
whole lot of people not knowing about the ordinance.
Trimble said the Commission's general instruction on things that have been done is to act as if they
hadn't happened. Michaud said that the age of the applicants ought to be a factor in the considerations,
and although it's not in the guidelines, there ought to be a humanitarian way of looking at this.
Brennan asked about the options if this is denied. Terdalkar commented that there is an appeal process.
Miklo said that if this is denied, there should be a second motion to approve what the Commission would
have approved to meet the guidelines and to allow some time for the applicant and staff to correct the
situation and this might include looking for some funding source to help with the expense.
MOTION: Ponto moved to deny an application for a certificate of appropriateness for 525 South
Lucas Street for the vinyl siding and the installation of vinyl windows and door. Trimble seconded
the motion. The motion to deny carried on a vote of 7-0.
MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 525 South Lucas Street for
the replacement of siding with wood or fiber cement board per the Commission's guidelines, with
the windows to be wood or metal clad wood as per the Commission's guidelines and with a door
of an appropriate composition.
M. Tambourine asked what is wrong with the door. Terdalkar said that when he first prepared a staff
report for this application, he mentioned that the door was new and that some of the things that were not
noticed at first and were not part of the application include the door and the slider window in the kitchen.
He said he did not have knowledge of when they were installed.
A. Tambourine said that the door is pre-2000; the style is pre-2000. He said it is the exact same kind of
door that was lost in the fire. A. Tambourine said that he basically replaced what was there before.
Historic Preservation Commission
August9,2007
Page 5
Miklo said that the door for this house typically would not have had a fan window there but would have
been a full panel door. He said the door might have been replaced prior to the fire. Trimble asked what
the door is made of. Arthur Tambourine said that it is metal clad wood. Ponto said that if it is metal, it is
paintable, which is okay. Weitzel said that the door can also be changed at another point, and it is also
not facing the street directly.
Because it was a pre-existing nonconformity Ponto removed the stipulation regarding the door
from the motion.
Terdalkar asked if the Commission wanted to include the trim in the motion.
Ponto included in the motion that the trim should be maintained and that the work be done by
November 1, 2008. Trimble seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0.
Weitzel said that there is an appeal process available to the Tambourines. Maureen Tambourine said she
wanted to go on record as saying that the way the house looks right now is beautiful. She said that when
they get done doing what the Commission is asking, it won't look as nice as it does now. Maureen
Tambourine said a reason a lot of the houses in town aren't being kept up is because there are a lot of
financial restrictions that people cannot abide by.
923 Iowa Avenue. Terdalkar said when the Commission last discussed this property, it was regarding the
installation of an accessible ramp at the primary entrance of the proposed building. He said the applicant
has revised the proposal for the ramp, and the packet shows an illustration for the ramp, which is
basically just a bit of concrete with a guardrail, as required by the Code. Terdalkar said the applicant has
found that he will not need to install a retaining wall to install a ramp. He said the applicant would also like
to plant a couple of trees there if the grade will allow it. Terdalkar said that if the ramp has to be built at
this location, this is probably the least obtrusive solution.
McCafferty, the applicant's architect, said there will be a little bit of retaining wall on the west side at the
upper end of the ramp. She said that otherwise, it has been graded so that there would not need to be
much retaining wall. McCafferty said there will be a simple pipe rail.
Weitzel asked if McCafferty had spoken with staff about the recommendations for a lift. McCafferty said
that a lift would require a step back in the design process and would be substantially more expensive,
requiring large retaining walls and a ten-foot pit there.
Weitzel said the guidelines don't really talk about a ramp of this nature or use, so the Commission should
look at aesthetic considerations in general. He asked how committed the applicant is to the railing with
balustrade to the right, both on the porch and on the retaining wall. McCafferty responded that where the
ramp is 30 inches off the ground, a guardrail is required by Code.
Weitzel said that a black, pipe handrail is what is recommended for a railing, but the Commission has
never considered one this long before. Ponto stated that this is a very unusual situation, and he agreed
that this is probably the least obtrusive solution. Trimble said that not having the huge retaining wall here
would probably make this a little less visible.
MOTION: Michaud moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the design of the ramp at
923 Iowa Avenue, as proposed. Brennan seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-
Q.
Certificates of Appropriateness.
409 Brown Street. Terdalkar said there is a handout with a revised notation from the applicant regarding a
two-level garage at the back of the property for this contributing structure in the Brown Street Historic
District. He said that the applicant proposes to install a casement window on the front, north side of the
garage and a pair of awning windows on the south fayade. Terdalkar said the applicant has agreed to
most of the conditions in the staff report, including matching the trim on the existing windows, reducing
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the size of the window on the north to fit within the structural members so they will not have to be
redesigned, and that the paired window be fit within a portion on the south fayade.
Terdalkar said that staff recommends approval of the revised illustrations. He said, however, that he
made a small change in the drawing sent by the applicant. Terdalkar showed his illustration where he
shows a drip edge and trim to match. He said he sent the illustration to the applicant.
Miklo asked if there is a reason to have a paired window on the south elevation. Terdalkar said the owner
wanted a window that had enough room to open it up. He said that because there is a paired window on
the house, he thought it might be good to have one on the garage. Miklo said that then there is no
structural reason to have a paired window. He said that up that high, a single window might be more in
proportion to the rest.
Weitzel said that this is a back window, and he likes the first drawing better. He said that a simple barn
sash would actually be the best option. Ponto said the owner apparently wanted more light and more
ventilation. He agreed that from outside looks alone, he likes the one barn sash window.
MOTION: Toomey moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the garage at 409 Brown
Street for the north window as requested and with a reduction on the south to a single square
awning window of similar proportions instead of two windows.
Brennan asked if the Commission should give the owner the option of putting roof vents on the top for
ventilation. Weitzel said the Commission doesn't regulate that. Miklo said that it could be added to the
motion.
Toomey added to the motion the option of adding a roof vent. Trimble seconded the motion. The
motion carried on a vote of 6-0.
502 Grant Street. Terdalkar said that this application is to alter a side porch. He stated that this is a
contributing property in the Longfellow Historic District. Terdalkar said the applicant is requesting approval
for replacing the roof with a rolled roof, removal and replacement of the existing railings with wood, and
replacing a door with a window that will match the window on the house on the south fayade.
Terdalkar said the staff report says that most of the windows on the house are wood windows. He said
the owner has since told him that the windows are basically all vinyl windows and were replaced at an
unknown time. Terdalkar said the applicant is proposing metal clad wood windows, and the windows will
be simulated double hung sash casement windows with simulated muntin bars. He said that they would
meet the guidelines.
Terdalkar said the reason for installation of the casement window is because a door will be removed, and
an egress will be needed for the bedroom. He said the decision is whether removal of the door is
consistent, and if the Commission agrees the door can be removed, the window would need to meet the
egress guidelines.
Miklo said that this house originally had a door, but it would not have been unusual for a house of this
period to have a railing up there that is simply decorative and not functional. Miklo said that if a door is
retained there, the building code may require the railing to be increased in height, which would not be in
keeping with the original design. Ponto said that if a window is put in instead, then the railing can be
rebuilt exactly as it is now, and Weitzel confirmed this.
The contractor for this project said this is the least intrusive idea for the owner to solve the leaky roof
problems. He said there is no threshold on that door, and the metal roof goes right flat in under the door
and nails into the hardwood floor under the door. Contractor said there is no way to stop the leak, so he
wants to flash the wall correctly and fix the roof the right way. He said the roof will stay basically the same
shape, although it might be built up half an inch or so back up to the house. Contractor said he can then
build the railing back exactly the way it is.
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MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for an application for 502 Grant
Street, as proposed. Trimble seconded the motion.
Ponto said that it would not be unusual to not have a door there. He said that just having a window will
not really change what might have been historically. Ponto said the railing there is a significant feature on
this house, and he would like to see it rebuilt as is.
The motion carried on a vote of 7-0.
1214 Sheridan Avenue. Terdalkar stated that this is a contributing structure in the Longfellow Historic
District. He said that this application is for the replacement of three wood double hung windows with metal
clad double hung windows. Terdalkar said the only difference is that two of the existing windows have a
five over one divided light pattern, but the applicant is requesting one over one windows, which staff
concurs would be appropriate if the windows are approved.
Terdalkar said these are the only two remaining original windows on the house. He said the applicant has
stated that the windows don't function properly and there are some efficiency issues.
Mary Ann Kral said that the windows are moldy and falling apart. She stated that they thought they could
save them but they are decayed. Mary Ann Kral said that they would therefore like to replace the windows
to match the rest on the house.
MOTION: Toomey moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the application for 1214
Sheridan Avenue. Ponto seconded the motion.
Ponto stated that, in general, he would like to see the original windows retained, in this case five over
one. He said, however, that because all the other windows in the house are one over one, this would
make the new windows compatible.
Weitzel said the Commission does not know when the other windows were replaced, and apparently
these windows are decayed. He said that is the Commission's usual yardstick for allowing replacement,
so he will vote in favor of this for that reason.
The motion carried on a vote of 7-0.
1204 Sheridan Avenue. Terdalkar said that this is a contributing structure in the Longfellow Historic
District. He said the application is for the replacement of windows. Terdalkar said the application notes
that four of the windows are in really bad shape. He said the application also mentions that the rest of the
windows are inefficient, and the weight and pulley system is not efficient.
Terdalkar said he would recommend exploring the possibility of repair. He said the applicant has replaced
some of the exterior storms on the house, which would help with the energy efficiency of the windows.
Terdalkar said that replacement is probably the second option that should be considered after repair.
Green, one of the owners of the house, said he already put in some windows before he knew he was
supposed to get permission. He said that he has owned the house for six years and has restored a lot of
it to its original interior look. Green said that he wants to maintain the look of the older house.
Green said that when he moved in, the first thing he noticed was that when there was a southwest wind,
the curtains in the living room would fly up, even with the storms down and the windows tight. He added
that in the bedroom in the southwest corner, the windows produced a loud whistling sound. Green said
that over the years it grew worse and then the windows in another bedroom started whistling.
Green said the first thing they did was replace the junky aluminum storm windows that were falling apart
with some glass storms that had sliding windows. He said that had a big effect. Green said that
subsequently they found that the previous owners had tried to wedge some type of insulation between the
window track and the actual sash, and over the years it has been worn away. He said that now all the
windows shake, even when in a locked position.
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Green said he then decided to go ahead and ask for replacements. He said he looked for those that
would match and would only replace the casements, not the frames, and would do nothing to the outside.
Green said that the only ones he found to match the look and feel are Jen-Weld, which are fairly
expensive, but they decided to go with that. He said they installed them in one bedroom, and it made a
big difference in the temperature and the sound.
Green said that in the course of the winter, the ratting broke the front window, and they replaced that
window in May. He said he later found out that he needed to fill out an application for the replacement.
Green said that originally, he asked to replace all of the windows, because they will all eventually need to
be replaced. He said that now he would minimally like to replace the two main windows in the master
bedroom, which should take care of all the whistling.
Green said that he would therefore ask for permission to replace the two additional bedroom windows
and also ask for guidance about what he should do over the next 25 years on a case-by-case basis. He
added that the depth of the windows is the same, and one can't tell the difference on the interior or
exterior.
Weitzel said that normally the Commission likes to see windows repaired, but these are fairly standard,
square windows without elaborate detail that can't be matched. Toomey said that there are alternatives.
He said that the glass in existing windows can be replaced with thermal panes. Green said that down the
line, he would prefer to do that rather than replace the whole window, because it would be a lot less
expensive.
Regarding the window weights, Toomey said that one sees a lot of broken rope, but metal chain is often
used. He said there is an air gap in there for insulation. Toomey said that if the trim is taken off on the
inside to expose those weights, they can be put into a PVC pipe so that one can insulate around that. He
said there is also the copper weather stripping that can be done.
Green said that has been pointed out to him, and that is why he is changing the request from all the
windows to just the ones with the big problems. He said, however, that down the line he expects the
damage from what was done by previous owners to be revealed. Green asked if he should come before
the Commission on a case-by-case basis for those windows.
Weitzel said that if Green did them independently, with years in between, it probably involves a separate
permit each time. Weitzel said that the Commission usually asks the owner to consider the repair
alternative but then usually approves the replacement anyway, because the guidelines don't deny a
window replacement if it meets all the criteria.
Miklo added that the application actually proposes using wood sash, which will result in a pretty
insignificant change.
MOTION: Baker moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 1204 Sheridan Avenue for
an application for the replacement of six wood windows with replacement wood windows that
match the existing wood windows on the house. Michaud seconded the motion. The motion
carried on a vote of 7 -0.
502 % Clark Street. Terdalkar stated that this property is a contributing structure in the Clark Street
Conservation District. He said the application is for the addition of a second-story structure and possible
addition of a deck and a side screened porch.
Terdalkar said that the house is a basic vernacular structure with an I shape and has a single-story
addition in the back. He said the applicant proposes to increase the height of the existing addition by
removing the one-story addition and building a two-story addition in the back. Terdalkar said the applicant
also proposes the construction of a deck in the back that would act as a carport. He said the owner would
also like to remove an entry door in the back and would like to install a screened porch of a seven by
twelve footprint. He said that a shed roof is planned for the two-story addition behind the existing house,
which would be fairly unusual for a house built around 1910.
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Toomey said that there is a real problem in the area of the house with the porch in that the wall is
collapsing. He said it is not original. Toomey said there is a corner support missing from when the garage
door was installed. Weitzel added that that is a non-historic addition.
Manjoine said that his plan is to take the whole thing down basically to studs, take the addition off, and
start from there. Weitzel referred to Terdalkar's proposed alternatives.
Terdalkar said that he showed the applicant the basic form he was looking at, which would be more
appropriate for a house of this age. He said it would be taking the I shape and going to an L shape and
filling the corner of the L with a hip roof of some sort. Terdalkar said that he also suggested some change
in the window arrangement to make it more appropriate for this age of house.
Terdalkar stated that he is also showing some offset. He said the applicant is planning to use the same
foundation, but it would still be appropriate to have some vertical bandboard, some trim to distinguish
between the old house and the new addition. Terdalkar said that the second option would probably be a
little more involved because of the cantilever required beyond the deck or reducing the square footage in
the area between the L.
Michaud asked if the addition would have the same proportion of windows as on the other side. Terdalkar
said that there are basically very few windows on an I house, but there is a paired window on one side.
He said the intention is to use what is on the existing house.
Weitzel said perhaps there should be two with one above and small windows on the top. Michaud said
there are a lot of windows on the addition. Terdalkar said the option still has less than what the applicant
proposed. Manjoine said there is an interior floor plan, but that is fairly flexible.
Weitzel said he did not have a problem with the corner room being an add-on and having more windows,
but maybe the addition that looks more like the original house should conform more to the original
pattern.
Manjoine said that currently the second story has a seven-foot ceiling, and the reason they came up with
the roof there is for a vaulted ceiling to accommodate for the low ceilings. He said that was a reason for
the shed roof there. Miklo said that this could still have a vaulted ceiling.
Manjoine said that from his perspective it comes down to costs. He said that going with something more
elaborate will cost more.
Weitzel suggested the Commission propose something and approve it, and if it doesn't meet Manjoine's
needs, then he can always work with Terdalkar to get something within the guidelines and the permit.
Weitzel said if that doesn't work, he can always come back with a new plan.
Manjoine said that the only problem he had with the smaller room was (something about the roof - really
can't hear him very well). Weitzel said that it is possible that with the addition, one could take the hip up
higher and get a higher roof up there. He said that might be okay design-wise.
Toomey said Manjoine would want to speak to his engineer to get an evaluation of the structure.
Manjoine said that he plans to fix what is there by taking off the entire addition and starting over with the
frame.
Weitzel suggested it would be less expensive to place the windows as described by Michaud, with the
double one on the bottom and one on the top. Miklo said that the Commission could approve alternative
number one, with the window placement and design to be approved by staff and chair. He said that would
give some design leeway. Miklo said that the motion might also mention the possibility of a steeper pitch
on the hip roof to give a higher ceiling.
Manjoine asked if the other plan is totally off the table for the Commission. Weitzel said that staff looked
at it and came up with the proposed modifications based on his understanding of architecture and the
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local building style. Miklo said the only difference is the roof shape. Weitzel said the floor plans are
essentially untouched.
Manjoine asked to have a vote on his proposed plan. Miklo said that it is not an addition that one would
normally have on this type of building. Terdalkar said that this is essentially building a final product in one
go, instead of having additions built on. He said that if this were an L house, one would probably fill in with
an addition similar to alternative one.
Weitzel said one thing in favor of staff's plan, beyond the design aesthetics, is that it allows a modular
approach in that it could be done in parts, although a weather shield would be needed in between steps.
Miklo read from the guidelines referring to mass and rooflines, "Constructing additions that are consistent
with the massing and roofline of the historic building. This requires that the wall (irons?) and corners as
well as the roof pitch and spans are all consistent with the existing building and have proportions similar
to that of the existing building." He said that alternative one does that, but the original application doesn't
seem to meet this guideline.
MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for an application for 502%
Clark Street. Brennan seconded the motion.
Ponto said he would vote against the motion based on Miklo's comments regarding the guidelines that
discuss massing and rooflines.
The motion failed on a vote of 0-7.
MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 502% Clark Street using
Terdalkar's proposal labeled alternative one, with the provisions that the alternative design
features, including window placement and fenestration combinations meet the guidelines and can
be approved by staff and chair, rather than the entire Commission; that the roofline for the corner
infill can be raised to a steeper pitch; that all materials meet the guidelines for siding, trim, and
window composition; and that the asbestos be removed with the stipulation that if the wood
siding is in good shape that it be repaired and repainted, or if it is in bad shape, that it be replaced
with wood or fiber cement board per the guidelines. Brennan seconded the motion. The motion
carried on a vote of 7-0.
1131 East Burlinqton Street. Terdalkar stated that this is a contributing structure in the College Hill
Conservation District. He said that the proposal is for an addition on this house that has already been
heavily altered in the past.
Terdalkar said that an addition was put on the east side of this house about five years ago before the
College Hill Conservation District was approved. He showed the original part of the house and said there
were some changes in the lap widths for the siding.
Terdalkar showed the L area that the addition would fill. He showed the existing addition that is still under
way and undergoing construction. Terdalkar said there will be a one-story addition that will have a
footprint of about 21 feet by 26 feet. He said there will be a second story addition that will basically be a
stairway.
Terdalkar said the applicant is also requesting vinyl windows and doors, because he would like to use
some of the doors and windows purchased before the application was submitted. He said the applicant
would also like to build a deck on the back after the addition is completed but does not yet have plans for
that. Terdalkar said that therefore the applicant proposes a simple stoop to match the railing on the front
of the house.
Herman, the contractor for the owner, said he would speak on the owner's behalf. He said that this project
will break down into two things - the design and the materials. Herman said the owner has been working
with Terdalkar toward an acceptable design.
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Terdalkar said the design in the drawing shows a shed roof. He said he suggested that the owner use a
hip roof with minimal slope to keep the eave line horizontal and not a shed as shown in the application.
Terdalkar said in essence there will be two small shed roofs, one spanning east to west and the other
from north to south. Terdalkar said the applicant suggested a system with some braces and was going for
a shed with a twelve to one slope. Terdalkar said he thought because of the minimal roof pitch it would be
best if sheds are used for smaller spans of eleven to twelve feet rather than the proposed 26-foot span.
Herman said he did not see any problem with that. He said that the big problem is that the homeowner
started this project without a permit, and at that time he bought all of the windows. Herman said that he
has already replaced all of the windows in the house with vinyl-clad Andersen double hungs trimmed with
fiber cement board. Herman said that on the back of the house, since the owner already has the
windows, he would like to basically maintain a consistent look through the house by using the windows he
has already purchased.
Miklo clarified that the window replacement may not have been done without a permit but was done
before this was a district and therefore would not have required review. Weitzel said that the addition pre-
dated the conservation district; therefore design review was not required.
Herman said he has seen in the guidelines that vinyl windows cannot be used. He said the owner could
throw the Andersen windows away and then he could get aluminum clad windows that on the exterior
would be identical in profile to those Andersen windows, and all that will have been done will have been
to spend $7,000 or so to get exactly the same look on the exterior. Herman pointed out that this is the
back of the house and will have a three-foot setback on the driveway side and therefore will not be visible
from the street.
Herman said that he would really like to find a way to use the already-purchased windows. He said that
he has looked over recently approved certificates and has found that some exceptions have been made.
Weitzel said that usually when the material isn't specified, it is written in the application, and the
Commission approves it as specified in the application. Weitzel said the one exception for vinyl windows
that he could think of was for a non-historic garage. He said that going back several years, the
Commission has in the past allowed a vinyl window that was installed before the person knew it was not
allowed. Weitzel said that was several years ago, and the Commission has been trying not to do that
again.
Herman stated that when the windows were purchased, the owner was not subject to the review. He said
that because the homeowner is doing a lot of his own work, it takes him a long time to get things done.
Herman said the owner excavated for the foundation last summer. He said he needs to get that done and
framed and dried in.
Herman said he would be happy to do the shed roof versus the flat roof. He said he likes the stairway and
the way it will work now. Herman said he wants to move the process forward so that he can get to work
on the back wall of the house.
Herman said that the owner bought the windows when he started on Phase I, and then the building permit
ran out. He said he believed they were the same size as those on the right elevation on the first floor.
Miklo said his understanding was that the owner planned to move windows from the existing exterior
walls and reuse those on the exterior. He said he was not aware that the owner had windows in storage
somewhere.
Herman said there is really only room for one exterior door off the new addition, so there are obviously
two doors there that aren't going to be used. Terdalkar said the plans once contained three doors, so
there have been quite a few changes. Herman said he would like to have the owner generate the final set
of plans.
Herman said that if the footprint doesn't change, he can get the foundation in. He said that is his primary
concern right now, and that is at the back of the house where none of the windows he will be taking off
will fit.
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Weitzel said that in the past the Commission has recommended that people donate things to the Restore
to get a tax credit for the full value of the asset. He suggested that the Commission approve a plan, and if
it is not agreeable to the owner, then he can come back with another design. Weitzel said the
Commission could approve the basic concept subject to staff and chair approval of the final details.
MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 1131 East Burlington as
proposed in Terdalkar's drawings, with materials to be per the Commission's guidelines and with
the final selection of window composition and the details of the stoop, steps, and railing baluster
all to be subject to review and approval by staff and the chair. Baker seconded the motion.
Michaud asked about the stairwell. Weitzel said the owner has to provide stairway access to an upstairs
bedroom to comply with the Code.
Michaud asked if the gable would not be there any more. Weitzel said there should be a gable drawn in
there, but the drawing is not the final drawing. He said there would be a gable on the box on top.
Terdalkar said that there would a door that will open on to the roof of the first floor addition and a window
on the south facade. He said the elevations are true except for the shed roof on the west elevation, which
will become a hip roof with a horizontal line, instead of a shed.
The motion carried on a vote of 4-3. with Michaud. Toomev. and Trimble votina no.
Weitzel said that he doesn't like the shed at all, but there is not much else to do here. Terdalkar said that
the only way to not have a second story here was to find a way to put the stairway inside the house.
Minutes for June 28.2007 and Julv 12. 2007.
Weitzel said that he had some editorial comments to add to the minutes of June 28th but nothing
substantive.
The consensus of the Commission was to file the minutes from both Commission meetings.
OTHER:
Miklo said the Commission would need to hold a public hearing on the Preservation Plan, possibly
sometime in September, with an open house to be held beforehand, possibly in August, to make the Plan
available to the public. The consensus of the Commission was to hold the public hearing on Thursday,
September 20th, at 7:00 p.m., with a backup date of September 19th.
Miklo stated that the map in the Preservation Plan has some inaccuracies that will be corrected in that the
future survey area shows some areas that have already been surveyed.
Burford said that the historic preservation awards will be presented on October 28th. She said that some
members of Friends of Historic Preservation have compiled a list of eligible properties, and it would be
necessary to narrow that list down by September.
Burford suggested that because there are so many eligible properties, they could all receive an honorable
mention, and specific projects that stand out could be cited separately. She added that board members
have been precluded from consideration in the past, but some board members would like to have their
contractors considered.
Miklo stated that several board members have received awards in the past. He said the point of the
awards is to get the awareness out there, and there are no monetary awards, so anyone is eligible.
Weitzel, Terdalkar, and Trimble volunteered to follow up on the list of properties provided by Burford and
make a report back to the Commission.
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ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
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Sunil Terdalkar
Mohr, Paula [DCA] [Paula.Mohr@iowa.gov]
Monday, August 20,20071:28 PM
Mohr, Paula [DCA]
Hendrickson, Gordon [DCA]; Gourley, Kathy [DCA]; Thompson, Jerome [DCA]; Bennett, Berry [DCA];
Christian, Ralph [DCA]; Foster, Beth [DCA]; Higginbottom, Daniel [DCA]; Hirt, Don [DCA]; Jones,
Doug [DCA]; Mitchell, Barbara [DCA]; Mohr, Paula [DCA]; Porter, Jack [DCA]; Schaefer, Ashley
[DCA]; Soike, Lowell [DCA]; Strand, June [DCA]
Subject: Iowa Historic Theatre Survey
Attachments: Site Inventory Short Form 2007 movie theatre final.doc
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Dear CLGs:
The State Historic Preservation Office is conducting a statewide survey of movie theatres in Iowa and we need
your help! We have dozens of movie theatres in our inventory but for many of these buildings, we have sketchy
or out of date information at best. We also believe that there are movie theatres in the state we don't even know
about which still need to be recorded. The scope of this survey includes movie theatres and drive-in theatres up
to the mid-1960s.
You and the other CLGs are critical to the success of this project! We are asking CLGs around the state to help
us identify these properties by completing an abbreviated inventory form (see attached). You will also receive
a hard copy of this form in the mail later this week. I encourage you to put the movie theatre survey project on
the agenda for your next historic preservation commission meeting. Please solicit assistance from your fellow
commissioners in identifying theatres in your county/city and in completing the form.
There are a couple ways you can send the inventory form to us: 1) fill out the form by hand or on the computer
and attach photographic prints (color or black and white are okay) and mail to the address at the bottom of the
form; OR 2) complete the form on the computer, insert digital images and return by email as an attachment to
paula.mohr@iowa.gov. We ask that you return the completed inventory form to us by November 30. As
always, please contact me if you have questions or need more information.
We will publish our findings in future issues of the eLG Update. Thank you for helping us preserve this
important aspect ofIowa's history!
Paula A. Mohr
State Historic Preservation Office
State Historical Society of Iowa
600 East Locust Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0290
(515) 281-6826 (phone)
(515) 282-0502 (fax)
paula.mohr@iowa.gov
Announcing the 2008 CLG Grant Round, go to:
www.iowahistory.org/grants/shsi grants/clg grant/index.html
Deadline is August 31, 2007.
9/7/2007
Iowa Site Inventory Short Form-Movie Theatre Project
State Historical Society of Iowa
(August 2007)
Name of Property
historic name
other names
Location
street address
city or town
o vicinity, county_
Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Name
Township No.
Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter
Function or Use
Historic Functions
Current Functions
Significant Dates
Construction date
_ 0 check if estimated date
Other dates, including renovation
Significant Person(s)
Architect/Builder
Architect
Builder
Form Prepared By
name / title
organization
street address
city
email
state
date
telephone _
zip code _
Additional Comments
Iowa Site Inventory Short Form-Movie Theatre Survey
State Historical Society of Iowa
(August 2007)
How many screens did the theatre originally have? _ How many currently? _
Does the theatre still retain any of the following?:
original marquee D
box office D concession stand D balcony D
lounges D
projection room D
decorative plaster D
original equipment D theatre seating D
decorative painting D original lighting fixtures D
Narrative Description (Please provide a description of the building as it exists currently. Some aspects to
mention include architectural style of the theatre, materials, significant features, alterations made to the
building.) Begin with the exterior, followed by a description of the interior.
History (Please provide any historical information known about the theatre (e.g., dates of operation, whether it
was part of a movie theatre chain, current use, etc.)
Are you aware of the existence of ephemera (movie posters, advertisements, etc.), historic photographs, records
for the operation of the theatre, and/or architectural drawings? Please describe.
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Iowa Site Inventory Short Form-Movie Theatre Survey
State Historical Society of Iowa
(August 2007)
Sketch Floor Plan of Interior Space Arrangements (does not need to be to scale):
Photographs (please include at least one photograph of the front of the theatre). If you have digital images,
insert image(s) below using additional pages, if necessary. Please email digital images as separate files along
with completed form.
Alternatively, if you have photographic print(s) [color or black and white photographs are acceptable], please
enclose with form.
Please return form to:
Paula A. Mohr
State Historic Preservation Office
600 East Locust Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0290
Paula.mohr@iowa.Qov
(515) 281-6826
Thank you for participating in the Iowa Movie Theatre Survey!!!
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History of Stone Railroad Bridge
In East Iowa City
The Lindemann Hills Neighborhood
Researched and compiled by Florence Moore Stockman in 2007
Typists: Shannon Hunger and Mary Moore Werch
Exhibits #1-11 courtesy of State Historical Society
History of Stone Railroad Bridge in East Iowa City - The
Lindemann Hills Neighborhood
Note: It is difficult to track exactly what year and by which railroad (RR)
the actual branch line between Iowa City and Elmira ("the plug'') was built.
Perhaps as many as four RR 's had a part in the construction. We know
several bond issues failed in Iowa City that would have provided taxpayers
funds needed to finish the RR. It may be that private funds finally
accomplished the task. Remember this was following the Civil War and the
country, state of Iowa, and local towns had a lot of economic concerns.
So it is this author's best researched guess that the following
chronology may help with history on the stone RR bridge. The history being
intermittent may also explain why I believe the "plug line" began service
about 1873, but the stone abutments bear the date 1892.
Chronology
1865
Railroad history documents the Cedar Rapids and Saint Paul
Railway Company as being incorporated in the late 1865's. The
RR was consolidated into the Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and
Minnesota Railway Company on June 30, 1868. (See Exhibit #1;
map of 1875 with RR comingfrom the north into Johnson County,
and a proposed RRfrom Iowa City with ajunction at Lennox [later
Elmira]. )
The mission was to have a RR coming from the south, to the
city of Burlington via W apello, West Branch, Cedar Rapids,
Vinton, and Waterloo; and into the state of Minnesota. Plans
moved forward - branches were built along the way until
September 1873, when all construction stopped due to financial
panic. Bonds were defaulted anq. the RR fell into receivership in
May 1875 and was sold to the Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and
Northern RR on June 19, 1876.
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1870
The Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and Northern RR came to
West Branch from the east. Rail stations were at Morse,
Centerdale, Oasis, and Elmira. Elmira was the junction for the
branch or "plug line" into Iowa City. (See Exhibit #2 - photo of
station) Elmira was never a town, only a busy RR center. At
Elmira the Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and Northern RR connected
with two other RR's - one to Clinton and the other to Minneapolis.
The town of Elmira does not exist today. (Exhibit #3 for
1900 Atlas map) At its peak it was made up of a hotel with a
lunchroom, and also a water tower.
1873
The BCR & N Branch- called the "plug line" began service
from Iowa City to Elmira in October 1873. This was
approximately 8 miles to the northeast of Iowa City, and was
. between Oasis and Morse. The primary importance was the
connecting line and a way to get to Cedar Rapids or on to Saint
Paul.
The Plug Line depot in Iowa City was where the Iowa City
Recreation building stands today. The official name was the
Burlington Street Depot or "Plug" Depot. (See photo Exhibit #4)
The tracks ran parallel to the Ralston Creek under the
College Street bridge; then diagonal northeast across Washington
Street, and Iowa Avenue to Jefferson Street. On Jefferson Street
the street was shared for three blocks with horse drawn vehicles.
Then diagonal, southeast across College Street and ih A venue.
With continuation across Court Street, south of City High.
East Iowa City was platted for W.F. Main as a factory town
for employees of the large Puritan Factory. It was platted in 1898
as a separate town. This was a jewelry company. Later the
building housed Bomer-Fry Extract Company, which
manufactured cosmetics. Next was a model airplane factory. In
1917 a sizable chair factory took over the building. The last
occupant was the National Hybrid Seed Com Company of
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Anamosa in 1937. A terrible fire in December of that year
completely destroyed the building and it was never rebuilt. The lot
is still vacant today and owned by Carl Chadek. The Plug RR ran
along the north side of this factory square, with a siding into the
factory to handle car loads of coal and supplies.
The Plug Line continued east and then northeast through
Scott and Graham Townships of Johnson County, to Elmira.
(Elmira called Lennox on early maps, post office called Ives; 1990
Atlas Exhibit #3) The RR was paralleling the south branch of the
Ralston Creek. Before leaving Scott Township on its way to
Elmira, the Plug made a platform stop at Graham Station (later
called Digby) to pick up passengers going north or south. (note
Digby on map)
I recall my grandfather, Nate S. Moore (1883-1966) telling
stories of riding the Plug to Digby from Iowa City as a teenager
working as a farm laborer for Lewis L. Smith. It was at this time
that he met and courted the younger sister of Lou Smith, Jane.
Nate and Jane were married in October 1903 and remained their
entire lives in east Johnson County. (See photos of Elmira and
Digby Exhibits 5-11.)
1879
The Plug Line extended service south through the siding of
Hills to What Cheer. This was in keeping'with the original
mission of the Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and Minnesota RR.
1903
The Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and N orthem Railway
Company of Iowa became part of the Chicago, Rock Island, and
Pacific Railway Company.
1904
The Crandic Line (Cedar Rapids and Iowa City) or
Interurban started in 1904 with hourly service to Cedar Rapids. In
Johnson County the Interurban passed through Swisher, North
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Liberty, and Coralville. Thus the need for the Plug Line, as the
only way to get to Cedar Rapids no longer existed. The
automobile was to have an impact also.
1920
The Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and Northern branch (The
Plug) was discontinued in the late 1920's. The Burlington Street
depot was used by the Railway Express Agency for many years
however.
My brother Fred G. Moore recalls tearing up some of the
remaining track left at the depot site when he was with the Iowa
City City Engineers' Office in the early 1960' s.
Todav
The stone bridge over one section of the south branch of
Ralston Creek is all that remains today of the Plug Line.
(Substantial remains anyway) The stone bridge is located in Scott
Township, and consist of three abutments (Photos Exhibit #12).
The date 1892 is clearly visible on the end of one abutment. Iowa
City annexed this Lindemann farmland in the 1980's, and a
subdivision named Stone Bridge Estates was started in 2003 by
Arlington Development, Incorporated. The developer has
dedicated 1.5-1.75 acres that include the stone bridge abutments to
Iowa City for a neighborhood park and trail site. There will be
public access to this area from the west side and from Lower West
Branch Road on to the trail.
It is my vision that the Plug Line will be in use again on a
walking/biking bridge for future generations to admire and enjoy.
Thanks to the farmers and developers for preserving this piece of
Iowa City history.
Florence Moore Stockman
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Resources
Leigh Ann Randek, Curator, Johnson County Historical Society
Charles Scott, State Historical Society, Iowa City
Herger, Mike, "Elmira. Elmira. Wherefore Art Thou. Elmira" A
History of the Plug- Iowa City" Unpublished materials State
Historical Society, Iowa City
Mansheim, Gerald, "Iowa City - An Illustrated History", 1989.
Weber, Irving B., "Historical Stories About Iowa City" Volumes I,
II, IV, and VI.
Northeast Planning District Plan, Adopted June 29, 1999,
Department of Planning and Community Development, City of
Iowa City.
Special collections of the University of Iowa Libraries. Collection
of Albert N. Harbert on railroading material.
Authors own personal recollections and family interviews.
Florence Moore Stockman, 132 Eversull Lane (Part 4 - Stone
Bridge Estates), Iowa City. Photos by Mary Moore Werch.
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EXHIBITS
1) 1875 map ofa portion of Iowa City.
2) Railroad station at Elmira
3) 1900 Atlas of Johnson County
4) Burlington Street Depot
5) Hotel and Lunchroom at Elmira
6) Railroad platform and wagon; passengers waiting in Elmira.
7) Engine #549 at Elmira
8) Depot and water tower at Elmira, undated.
9) Train, water tower,. and depot, Elmira, ca 1910
10) Train, passenger platform, and young woman - Digby
11) 14 passengers and one dog waiting - Elmira
12) Current photos - stone abutments; shown date" 1892".
13) Current photos - Stone Bridge Estates, neighborhood children.
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on and at the remaining abutments
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Draft 9/12/2007
Prepared by: Tim Hennes, Sr. Building Inspector, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5122
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 17, CHAPTER 1, BUILDING CODE, BY ADOPTING THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2006 EDITION, AND THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL
CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX F RADON CONTROL METHODS, 2006 EDITION, PUBLISHED BY
THE INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL AND PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN AMENDMENTS
THEREOF; TO PROVIDE FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE HEALTH, WELFARE AND SAFETY OF
THE CITIZENS OF IOWA CITY, IOWA.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA:
SECTION I. PURPOSE. The purpose of this ordinance is to adopt the 2006 Edition of the International Building
Code and International Residential Code as published by the International Code Council and to provide for certain
amendments thereof; and to provide for the protection of the health, welfare and safety of the citizens of Iowa City,
Iowa, and to provide for its enforcement.
SECTION II. Sections 17-1, 17-2, 17-3 and 17-4 of the Iowa City Code are hereby repealed and the following
new Sections 17-1, 17-2, 17-3 and 17-4 are enacted in lieu thereof.
17-1-1: Code Adopted: Subject to the following amendments, the 2006 edition of the International Building
Code (IBC) and 2006 Edition of the International Residential Code (IRC) are hereby adopted and shall be known as
the Iowa City Building Code or the Building Code. Interpretations of the Building Official may be guided by
publications of the International Code Council, Inc., or the International Existing Building Code.
17-1-2: Interpretation of Building Code provisions: The provisions of this Code shall be held to be the
minimum requirements adopted for the protection of the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Iowa City. Any
higher standards in the state statute or City ordinance shall be applicable.
17-1-3: Amendments to Code: The following sections of the 2006 edition of the International Building Code
and 2006 edition of the International Residential Code are amended as follows:
A. Section 101.1 of both the IBC and IRC. Delete Section 101.1 of both the IBC and IRC and insert in lieu
thereof the following:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of Iowa City, hereinafter referred to
as "this code."
B. Section 105.2 of both the IBC and IRC. Delete Section 105.2 of both the IBC and IRC and insert in lieu
thereof the following:
105.2 Work Exempt from Permit. A permit shall not be required for the following:
Building
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and
similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 144 square feet.
2. Fences not over 6 feet (1829 mm) high.
3. Oil derricks.
4. Retaining walls which are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the
footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or III-A liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18 925
L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.
6. Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade and not over any
basement or story below and which are not part of an accessible route.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
9. Prefabricated swimming pools which are less than 24 inches deep, do not exceed 5,000 gallons
and are installed entirely above ground.
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes and not including service
systems.
11. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings.
12. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches (1372
mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.
13. Movable cases, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.
14. For structures regulated by the IRC the reapplication of shingles and roof sheathing provided less
than 50% of the sheathing is replaced and other structural alterations are not required.
15. For structures regulated by the IRC reapplication of siding and windows provided:
a. Window opening sizes are not altered and conforming rescue and escape windows are
present in all sleeping rooms.
b. Property is not located in a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone, or a Conservation District
Overlay Zone, or is not an Iowa City Historic Landmark.
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Unless otherwise exempted, separate plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits shall be required for
the above-exempted items. Exemption from the permit requirements of this Code shall not be deemed to grant
authorization for any work to be done in a manner in violation of the provisions of this Code or any other laws or
ordinances of this jurisdiction.
C. Section 105.5 of both the IBC and IRC. Modify Section 105.5 of both the IBC and IRC by adding a
sentence to the end as follows: .
In no case shall the permit be effective unless the work covered by the permit is completed within 24
months of the date on which the original permit was issued.
D. Section 105.9 of both the IBC and IRC. Add two new Sections 105.9 and 105.9.1 to the IBC and R105.9
and R105.9.1 to the IRC as follows:
105.9 Demolition permits required. A demolition permit shall be required as follows:
1. For the removal of any building or structure.
2. For the removal of any portion of a building (i.e. porch, porch railing, decorative brackets and trim,
dormers, chimneys, etc.) that is located within a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone or a Conservation District
Overlay Zone, or is an Iowa City Historic Landmark.
105.9.1 Requirements. The applicant for any demolition permit shall state on the application the
proposed disposal plans for all demolition materials. No demolition permit shall be issued until seven (7) working
days after the date an application has been properly filed and said demolition permit shall not be effective until
applicant has posted the premises to be demolished with a notice to be provided by the City and as directed by the
City; provided, however, that accessory buildings as defined in the Iowa City Zoning Ordinance and having no
historic significance and dangerous buildings shall be exempt from said notice and waiting requirement.
E. Section 107.3 of both the IBC and IRC. Amend Section 107.3 of both the IBC and IRC as follows:
107.3 Temporary power: Replace the words" ICC Electric Code" with Iowa City Electric Code.
F. Section 108.2 of both the IBC and IRC. Delete Section 108.2 in the IBC and IRC and insert in lieu thereof
the following:
108.2 Permit Fees and Valuations. The fee for any permit shall be as set forth in the building permit fee
schedule as established by resolution of the City Council. The determination of value or valuation under any of the
provisions of this Code shall be made by the Building Official. The value to be used in computing the building permit
and building plan review fees shall be the total value of all construction work for which the permit is issued, as well
as all finish work, painting, roofing, site grading, paving, landscaping, elevators, and other permanent equipment.
The value to be used in computing the value of construction for reports shall be the total value of all construction
work for which the permit is issued, as well as all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air
conditioning, site grading, paving, landscaping, elevators, fire extinguisher systems and other permanent
equipment.
G. Section 108.3 of both the IBC and IRC. Delete Section 108.3 in both the IBC and IRC and insert in lieu
thereof the following:
108.3 Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data are required to be submitted by Section 106 and
the value of the proposed building or work exceeds fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000), a plan review fee shall be
paid before the permit may be issued. Should the project be abandoned and the permit not issued after the plan
review has been started, the plan review fee shall still be due and payable. The plan review fee shall be as set
forth by resolution of City Council. Plan review fees are separate fees from the permit fee specified in Section
108.2 and are in addition to permit fees.
H. Section 108.4 of the IBC and IRC: Delete Section 108.4 in the IBC and IRC and insert in lieu thereof
the following:
108.4 Work commencing before permit issuance: Any person who commences work on a building,
structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject
to a fee equal to the amount of the permit fee if a permit were issued. This fee shall be collected whether or not a
permit is issued. The payment of such fee shall not exempt any person from compliance with all other provisions
of this Code or from any penalty prescribed by law. Only the Building Official may reduce this fee when it is
demonstrated that an emergency existed that required the work to be done without a permit.
I. Section 108. 5 of the IRC: Delete Section 108.5 in the IRC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
R108.5 Refunds: The Building Official may authorize the refunding of any fee paid hereunder which
was erroneously paid or collected. The Building Official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid except
upon written application filed by the original permittee within one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of fee
payment.
J. Section 108.6 of the IBC: Delete Section 108.6 in the IBC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
108.6 Refunds: The Building Official may authorize the refunding of any fee paid hereunder which was
erroneously paid or collected. The Building Official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid except upon
written application filed by the original permittee within one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of fee
payment.
K. Section 109.3.5 of the IBC. Delete Section 109.3.5 in the IBC.
L. Section 109.3.7 of the IBC. Delete Section 109.3.7 in the IBC.
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M. Section 112 of both the IBC and IRC. Delete Section 112 in both the IBC and the IRC and insert in lieu
thereof the following:
Section 112 Appeals: See TITLE 17 CHAPTER 12 Appeals in the City Code.
N. Section 202 of both the IBC and IRC. Add new definitions as follows:
Family: See Section 14-9A Zoning Definitions in the City Code.
P. Section 202 of the IBC and IRC. Modify definitions as follows: Habitable space: Add a sentence to the
end of the definition of habitable space or room to read as follows: Basement areas finished to a degree to
encourage their use as anything other than storage or mechanical rooms shall be considered habitable space.
Q. Section 202 of the IRC. Delete definition of Accessory Structure and insert in lieu thereof the
following:
ACCESSORY STRUCTURE. See Title 17 Chapter 9 Definitions in the City Code.
R. Table R301.2 (1) Modify by inserting data in the table as follows:
Ground Wind Seismic Subject to Damage From
Snow Speed Design Frost Line
Load (mph) Category Weathering Depth Termite Decay
25 90 A Severe 42" Moderate Slight
Heavy Moderate
Ice Flood Hazards
Winter Shield Mean
Design Underlay Firm Air Freeze Annual
Temp. Required NFIP Maps Index Temp.
_50 F Yes 5-22-77 2-16-07 2000 500 F
S. Section R305.1 of the IRC. Modify by adding a 5th exception as follows:
5. Ceiling height may be reduced to six (6) feet eight (8) inches for main support beams and
mechanical ducts provided the prescribed ceiling height is maintained in at least two-thirds (%) of the room.
T. Section R310.1 of the IRC. Modify by deleting the exception and adding a new exception as follows:
Exception: For emergency escape and rescue openings required for the remodeling or finishing of
space in an existing basement, the maximum sill height may be measured from an elevated landing not less
than 36 inches wide, not less than 18 inches out from the interior finish of the exterior wall and not more than 24
inches in height. The landing shall be permanently affixed to the floor below and the wall under the window it
serves.
U. Section 310.1 of the IBC. Modify the second paragraph of R-4 to read as follows:
Group R-4 occupancies shall meet the requirements for construction as defined for Group R-3 except
as otherwise provided for in this code.
V. Section R311.5.2. of the IRC. Add an exception as follows:
EXCEPTION: Structures that existed prior to 8/28/02 (adoption of the 2000 IRC) shall be allowed 6'-6"
headroom.
W. Section R322 of the IRC. Delete Section R322 in the IRC and add a new section as follows:
R322 ACCESSIBILITY
R322.1 Scope. The provisions of this section are enacted to implement the City's policy that structures
regulated by this Code constructed with public funds be constructed using universal design features that provide
accessibility and usability for all.
Public funds shall mean funding or assistance from the City of Iowa City or any agent thereof through any of the
following means:
1. a building contract or similar contractual agreement involving a City-funded program or fund;
2. any real estate received by the owner through a subsidy, lease, or donation by the City or its
agents;
3. preferential tax treatment, bond assistance, mortgage assistance, or similar financial advantages
from the City or its agents;
4. disbursement of federal or state construction funds including a Community Development Block
Grant; or
5. a City contract to provide funding or a financial benefit for housing.
R322.2 Minimum accessibility requirements for all dwelling units using public funds.
1. Wall Reinforcement. One first floor bath shall be provided with wood blocking installed within wall
framing, to support grab bars as needed. The wood blocking, when measured to the center, shall be located
between thirty-three inches (33") and thirty-six inches (36") above the finished floor. The wood blocking shall be
located in all walls adjacent to a toilet, shower stall or bathtub.
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2. Interior Doors. All first floor doorways shall provide a minimum clear opening of thirty-two inches
(32") when the door is open ninety degrees (900), measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop.
3. Switch and Outlet Requirements. All wall switches controlling light fixtures and fans, shall be
located at a height not to exceed fort-eight inches (48") above the finished floor. Height shall be determined by
measuring from the finished floor to the center of the switch. All receptacles shall be located at a height not less
than fifteen inches (15") above the finished floor. Height shall be determined by measuring from the finished floor to
the center of the receptacle. When the receptacle placement is prohibited by the height of a window or design
feature, an alternate location can be approved by the Building Official or a duly authorized designee.
4. No-Step Entrance. Must provide at least one building entrance that complies with the Iowa City
Building Code standard for an accessible entrance on an accessible route served by a ramp or a no-step entrance.
A building entrance door must have a minimum net clear opening of thirty-two inches (32"). The Building Official
may waive this requirement based on the determination that strict compliance is financially or environmentally
impractical.
X. Section R324 of the IRC. Delete section R324 of the IRC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
Section R324. See Section 14-5J Flood Plain Management Standards in the City Code.
Y. R325 USABILITY REQUIREMENTS
R325.1 APPLICABILITY
Construction and design provisions of Section R325 shall apply to:
New dwelling units only and not required for existing structures when repairs, alterations, change of
occupancy or additions are implemented or when additional dwelling units are added.
R325.2 Minimum usability requirements.
1. Interior Doors. All doorways located on the level accessed by the no-step entrance and
intended for use for passage through the dwelling unit shall have a clear opening of at least thirty-two inches
(32") nominal width when the door is open ninety degrees (900), measured between the face of the door and the
opposite stop.
Exception: Closet doors are not required to meet the thirty-two inch (32") clear open requirement.
Note: A 34" door, hung in the standard manner, provides an acceptable 32" opening.
2. Switch and Outlet Requirements. All wall switches controlling light fixtures, fans, all temperature
control devices and all receptacles shall be located in an area between fifteen (15) and forty-eight (48) inches above
the finished floor. Height shall be determined by measuring from the finished floor to the center of the device. When
the control or receptacle placement is prohibited by the height of a window or design feature, an alternate location
may be approved by the Building Official.
3. Sanitation Facilities. There shall be at least one room, containing at least one water closet (toilet)
and one lavatory (sink) located on the level accessed by the no-step entrance. The room shall be constructed in a
manner that will provide a minimum thirty inches (30") by forty-eight inches (48") clear floor space at the water closet
and lavatory. The clear floor space shall not be obstructed by a door swing; however, clear floor space at fixtures
may overlap. If sufficient maneuvering spaces is provided within the room for a person using a wheelchair or other
mobility aid to enter and to close the door, use of the fixtures, reopen the door and exit. Doors may swing into the
clear floor space provided at any fixture if the maneuvering space is provided. Maneuvering spaces may include
any kneespace or toes pace available below bathroom fixtures.
Exception:
1. If the no-step entrance accesses a level that is not intended to be finished during the initial
construction phase, such as a lower level of a split level home, than the sanitation facilities need only to be
designated on the plans and roughed in for future finish.
2. The Building Official may waive this requirement based on the determination that strict compliance
is financially impractical.
3. No-Step Entrance. There shall be at least one building entrance that complies with the Iowa
City Building Code for an accessible entrance on an accessible route from the public sidewalk or from one of the
required off street parking spaces.
Exception:
1. If a proposed design is submitted showing a no-step entrance can be provided without encroaching
in a required parking space a no-step entrance is not required.
2. The Building Official may waive this requirement based on the determination that strict compliance
is financially or environmentally impractical.
Z. Section R403.1.4.1 of the I RC. Modify by deleting all exceptions and inserting in lieu thereof the
following:
Exceptions:
1. One story detached accessory buildings of wood or steel frame construction not used for human
occupancy and not exceeding one thousand (1,000) square feet in floor area may be constructed using slab on
grade construction as follows. The slab shall be three and one half inches thick, poured monolithically with
thickened perimeter footings extending twelve inches (12") below finish grade and be sixteen inches (16") wide
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at the base. The top of the foundation shall not be less than six inches (6") above finish grade. Reinforcement of
the slab, including the thickened portion, shall be minimum 6x6-10/10 welded wire mesh, #4 deformed
reinforcing bars at twenty four inches (24") on center each way or fiber mesh reinforced concrete.
2. One-story wood or metal frame building not used for human occupancy and not over 200 square
feet in floor area may be constructed with walls supported on a wood foundation plate or "skids" when approved
by the building official.
3. Decks not supported by a dwelling need not be provided with footings that extend below the frost
line.
AA. Section R404.1.2 of the IRC. Modify Section R404.1.2 by adding a second paragraph as follows:
Wall thickness may be reduced to eight inches (8") if a minimum of three (3) one-half inch diameter
deformed ASTM A615 grade 40 steel bars are placed horizontally at the center of the wall thickness with one bar
located within 14" of the top, one bar within 14" of the bottom and one bar located within 14" of the mid-height of
the wall provided the wall height does not exceed eight feet (8').
BB. Section R404.1.3 of the IRC. Modify by adding an exception after number 2 as follows:
EXCEPTION: Foundation walls with unbalanced lateral forces created by finish grade, i.e. walkout
basements which are exempt from the Iowa Architectural Act shall be designed by a licensed structural engineer or
constructed in accordance with the table and diagrams as follows:
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CC. Section 501.2 of the IBC. Modify by adding to the end of the section as follows:
From 100-199 feet from the street the number shall be a minimum of 6 inches high with a minimum
stroke of 0.5 inches. From 200-299 feet from the street the numbers shall be a minimum 8 inches high with a
minimum stroke of 0.5 inches. For each additional 100 feet from the street, the number shall increase by an
additional 2 inches in height. Measurements to determine the minimum number size shall be measured from the
approved address location to the center line of the street for which the premises is addressed.
DD. Section R613.2 of the IRC. Delete Section R613.2 of the IRC.
EE. Section R703.2 of the IRC. Modify as follows:
Delete the exception in its entirety.
FF. Section 708.1 of the IBC. Modify by adding an additional numbered sentence as follows:
7. Walls separating dwelling units from other occupancies in the same building.
GG. Section 711.3 of the IBC. Modify by deleting the first paragraph and insert in lieu thereof the following:
The fire-resistance rating of floor and roof assemblies shall not be less than that required by the
building type of construction. Where the floor assembly separates mixed occupancies, the assembly shall have a
fire-resistance rating of not less than that required by Section 508.3.3 based on the occupancies being
separated. Where the floor assembly separates a single occupancy into different fire areas, the assembly shall
have a fire-resistance rating of not less than that required by Section 706.3.9. Floor assemblies separating
dwelling units in the same building or sleeping units in occupancies in Group R-1, hotel occupancies, R-2 and 1-1
shall be a minimum of 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction. Floor assemblies separating other occupancies
from dwelling units in the same building or sleeping units in occupancies in Group R-1, hotel occupancies, R-2
and 1-1 shall be a minimum of 1-hour fire-resistance- rated construction.
HH. Section R807.1 of the IRC. Delete section R807.1 and insert in lieu thereof the following:
807.1 Attic access. In buildings with combustible ceilin~ or roof construction, an attic access opening
shall be provided to attic areas that exceed 30 square feet (2.8m ) and have a vertical height of 30 inches (762
mm) or greater. The opening shall be located in a corridor, hallway, or other readily accessible location. The
opening shall not be located in a closet, bathroom, mechanical room, laundry room, or similar room or location.
Attics with a maximum vertical height of less than thirty inches need not be provided with access openings.
The clear opening shall not be less than twenty inches (20") by thirty inches (30"). Thirty inches (30") minimum clear
headroom in the attic space shall be provided at or above the access opening.
II. Section 903.2.1.2 of the IBC. Delete section 903.2.1.2 and insert in lieu thereof the following:
903.2.1.2
A. New Group A-2 Occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided if one of the
following conditions exist:
1) The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet; or
2) The fire area has an occupant load of 100 or more; or
3) The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.
B. Existinq Group A-2 Occupancies and Group B Occupancies. . An automatic sprinkler system
shall be provided throughout the A-2 occupancy if one of the following conditions exists:
1) The A-2 occupancy has an occupant load of 299 or more and has an ABDL shall comply by
July 1, 2010.
Exemption: Single business occupancies in single story nonabutting buildings; or
2) The A-2 occupancy has an occupant load of 50-298 and is located on a floor other than the
level of exit discharge and has an ABDL shall comply by July 1, 2013; or
3) Group B Occupancies located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge and which
have an ABDL shall comply by July 1, 2013; or
4) Group A-2 Occupancies with an occupancy load of 100 or more that have an ABDL and are
not regulated in B1 or B2 above, provided:
There is a change in business ownership, defined as the sale, transfer, or assignment of any legal or
equitable ownership interest, except that the owner may show to the building official's satisfaction that said
change in ownership is one of form and not substance.
Exemption: Single business occupancies in single story nonabutting buildings.
JJ. Section 903.2.1.3 of the IBC. Delete exception without substitution.
KK. Section 903.2.1. 4 of the IBC. Delete exception without substitution.
LL. Section 903.2.1.6 of the IBC. Add a new Section 903,2.1.6 as follows:
Section 903.2.1.6. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings and portions
thereof used as new Group B occupancies with an ABDL or existing group B occupancy with a new (not a
renewal) ABDL located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. The automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout the floor area where the new Group B occupancy with an ABDL or where the group B
occupancy with a new ABDL is located, and in all floors between the Group B occupancy and the level of exit
discharge.
MM. Section 903.4.2 of the IBC. Delete the section 903.4.2 of the IBC and replace with:
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903.4.2. Alarms. An approved weatherproof horn/strobe device shall be mounted directly
above the fire department connection between seven (7) and ten (10) feet in height above grade. The
water-flow alarm device shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the
smallest orifice size installed in the system. Approved and supervised audible visual notification
appliances shall be installed on each level of the interior of the building as required by the fire code
official and NFPA 72.
NN. Section 903.6 of the IBC. Add a new Section 903.6 to the IBC to read as follows:
903.6 Zones. Automatic sprinkler system zones shall not exceed the area permitted by NFPA 13 or
NFPA 13R and shall provide a sprinkler control valve and water flow device for each normally occupied floor.
00. Section 907.2 of the IBC. Delete the section and replace with:
907.2 Where required. An approved and addressable manual, automatic, or manual and automatic
fire alarm system installed in accordance with the provisions of this code and NFPA 72 shall be provided in new
buildings and structures in accordance with Sections 907.2.1 through 907.2.23 and provide occupant notification
in accordance with 907.9, unless other requirements are provided by another section of this code. Where
automatic sprinkler protection installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 is provided and
connected to the building fire alarm system, automatic heat detection required by this section shall not be
required.
The automatic fire detectors shall be smoke detectors. Where ambient conditions prohibit installation
of automatic smoke detection, other automatic fire detection shall be allowed.
PP. Section 907.2.1 of the IBe. Delete the "exception" in Section 907.2.1 in its entirety and insert in lieu
thereof the following exceptions:
EXCEPTION:
1) Except for Group A-2 occupancies with occupant loads of 200 or more, manual fire alarm boxes
are not required where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the alarm
notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.
2) Group A-2. An automatic/manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group A-2 occupancies
with and occupant load of 200 or more. Activation of the fire alarm shall additionally cause:
a. Illumination of the protected premises to not less than 10 foot-candles over the area of the
room at a height of 30 inches above the floor; and
b. All conflicting or confusing sounds and visual distraction to automatically stop.
QQ. Section 907.2.3 of the IBC. Modify by adding a sentence to the end of the first paragraph as follows:
New and existing educational occupancies shall have a monitored fire alarm system.
RR. Section 907.2.3 of the IBC. Modify by adding a 4th exception as follows:
4. Day care occupancies classified as Group E Occupancy shall not require a monitored fire alarm
system unless required elsewhere in the code.
SS. Section 907.2.10.1.2 of the IBC. Modify by adding a fourth location requirement as follows:
4. Supervised smoke alarms shall be installed in all common corridors and at the top and bottom of
all stairway enclosures in Group R-2, R-4 and 1-1 Occupancies. In corridors, detectors shall be located within fifteen
(15) feet of the end of the corridor and in such a way that one detector is located for each thirty (30) feet of corridor
length or spaced as allowed by the fire code.
TT. Section 907.2.12.3 of the IBC. Delete Section 907.2.12.3 and replace with:
907.2.12.3 Fire department communication system. Where required. No person shall erect,
construct, maintain or modify any building or structure or any part thereof, or cause the same to be done which
fails to support adequate radio coverage for City of Iowa City public safety services, including but not limited to
police, fire, and public works departments.
UU. Section 907.2.12.3.1 of the IBC. Add a Section 907.2.12.3.1 to read as follows:
907.2.12.3.1 AMPLIFICATION SYSTEMS ALLOWED
Buildings and structures shall be equipped with any of the following, in order to achieve adequate radio
coverage:
1) A radiating cable system or
2) An internal multiple antenna system with FCC Type Accepted Bi-Directional UHF Amplifiers as
needed to encompass the frequency range stated below or frequency range subsequently established by the
City of Iowa City.
3) A system that has been approved by the City of Iowa City as being capable of providing
amplification to meet this ordinance requirements.
W. Section 907,2.12.3.2 of the IBC. Add a Section 907.2.12.3.2 to read as follows:
907.2.12.3.2 System Requirements:
1) The frequency that must be supported shall be 810.7125 to 815.2625 MHz and 855.7125 to
860.2625 MHz and adaptable to other appropriate emergency frequencies (700 MHz or greater). The system
must be capable of encompassing the frequencies stated herein and capable of future modifications to a
frequency range subsequently established by the City of Iowa City.
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2) All system components must be 100 percent compatible with analog and digital modulations
after installation without additional adjustments or modifications.
3) Mandatory use of FCC certificated equipment is required.
4) If any part of the installed system or systems contains an electrically powered component, the
system shall be capable of operating on an independent battery and/or generator system for a period of at least
twelve (12) hours without external power input. The battery system shall automatically charge in the presence of
an external power input.
5) Signal levels, percentage of coverage and reliability percentage.
a. A minimum signal strength of one (1) microvolt [-107 dBm] available in 95% of the area of
each floor of the building when transmitted from the City of Iowa City Communications Center; and
b. A minimum signal strength of one (1) microvolt [-107 dBm] received at the City of Iowa City
Communications Center when transmitted from 95% of the area of each floor of the building, via portable radio
with public safety microphone; and
c. A 95% reliability factor.
6) The installation of equipment as stated above can not be detrimental to the operation of the
Public Safety Radio System.
7) Testing procedures.
a. Initial tests will be performed by an agent of the City of Iowa City. Certificate of occupancy
shall not be issued to any structure if the building fails to comply with this section.
b. Annual tests will be conducted by the Iowa City Fire Department in conjunction with
inspection procedures.
WW. Section 907.3 of the IBC. Modify by adding a sentence to the end of the section to read as follows:
Where in the opinion of the code official manual fire alarm boxes may be used to cause false fire
alarms, the code official is authorized to modify the requirements for manual fire alarm boxes.
XX. Section 907.8 of the IBC. Modify by deleting the exception and inserting in lieu thereof the following
exception:
Exception: Automatic sprinkler system zones shall not exceed the area permitted by NFPA 13 and
shall provide a sprinkler control valve and waterflow device for each floor.
VY. Section 907.8.3 of the IBC. Add a section to read as follows:
Section 907.8.3 Zone and address location labeling. Fire alarm and/or annunciator panels shall have
all zones and address points plainly and permanently labeled as to their location on the outside of the panel or on an
easily readable map of the building.
ZZ. Section 907.14 of the IBC. Modify Section 907.14 by adding two sentences to the end as follows:
Each address point identification, shall have an alpha/numeric descriptor location. Alpha/numeric
descriptor locations are required to be reported to the 10waCity Emergency Communications Center upon activation
of supervisory and/or alarm conditions as specified by the fire code official.
ZZ. Section 910.3.2.2 of the IBC. Delete section and replace with:
Where installed in buildings provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system, smoke and heat
vents shall be designed to operate automatically by actuation of a heat-responsive device rated at least 100
degrees F (38 degrees C) above the operating temperature of the sprinkler.
Exception: Gravity-operated drop-out vents complying with Section 910.3.2.1.
AAA. Section 912.6 of the IBC. Add a new section to read as follows:
912.6 Size. Minimum fire department connection size shall be 2 % inch National Standard Thread.
BBB. Section 1009.2 of the IBC. Modify by adding the number 1 to the exception and adding a second
exception as follows:
EXCEPTION:
1. Spiral stairways complying with Section 1009.9 are permitted a 78-inch (1981 mm) headroom
clearance.
2. Stairs within individual dwelling units of Residential Group R occupancies that existed prior to
8/28/02 (adoption of the 2000 IRC) are permitted a 78-inch headroom clearance.
CCC. Section 1009.10. Exception 4 and 5 of the IBC. Modify by deleting exceptions 4 and 5 and insert in lieu
thereof the following:
4. In Group R-3 occupancies, a change in elevation consisting of three or fewer risers at an
entrance or egress door does not require handrails.
5. Changes in room elevations of three or fewer risers within dwelling units and sleeping units in
Group R-2 and R-3 occupancies do not require handrails.
DDD. Section 1020.1.1 of the IBC. Modify Section 1020.1.1 by adding a sentence to the third unnumbered
paragraph as follows: Fire door assemblies in exit enclosures of R-2 occupancies shall also be automatic closing by
actuation of a smoke detector.
EEE. Section 1025.2 of the IBC. Modify by amending the exception by numbering it "1," and by adding a
second exception as follows:
EXCEPTION:
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1) In assembly occupancies where there is no well-defined main exit or where multiple main exits
are provided, exits shall be permitted to be distributed around the perimeter of the building provided that the total
width of egress is not less than 100 percent of the required width.
2) The main entrance/exit of A-2 occupancies shall be of a width that accommodates not less than
two-thirds of the total occupant load.
FFF. Section 1026.1 of the IBC. Modify by deleting the exceptions and insert in lieu thereof the following:
EXCEPTIONS:
1. The emergency escape and rescue opening is permitted to open onto a balcony within an atrium
in accordance with the requirements of Section 404 provided the balcony provides access to an exit and the
dwelling unit or sleeping room has a means of egress that is not open to the atrium.
2. High-rise buildings in accordance with Section 403.
3. Emergency escape and rescue openings are not required from basements or sleeping rooms
that have an exit door or exit access door that opens directly into a public way or to a yard, court or exterior exit
balcony that opens to a public way.
4. Basements without habitable spaces and having no more than 200 square feet in floor area shall
not be required to have emergency and escape windows.
GGG. Section 1026.1.1 of the IBC. Add a new Section 1026.1.1 in the IBC as follows:
1026.1.1 Location. The emergency escape and rescue opening in a non-habitable basement shall be
located a reasonable distance from the internal access point. This distance shall not be less than one-half (1/2)
of the distance from the bottom of the interior stairs to the most remote exterior wall.
HHH. Section 1026.3 of the IBC. Modify by adding an exception as follows:
EXCEPTION: For emergency escape and rescue openings required for the remodeling or finishing of
space in an existing basement, the maximum sill height may be measured from an elevated landing not less
than 36 inches wide, not less than 18 inches out from the interior finish of the exterior wall and not more than 24
inches in height. The landing shall be permanently affixed to the floor below and the wall under the window it
serves.
III. Section 1026.4 of the IBC. Delete Section 1026.4 and insert in lieu thereof the following:
1026.4 Operational constraints. Emergency escape and rescue openings shall be operational from
the inside of the room without the use of keys, tools, special knowledge or effort. Bars, grilles, grates or similar
devices are permitted to be placed over emergency escape and rescue openings provided the minimum net
clear opening size complies with Section 1026.2 and such devices shall be releasable or removable from the
inside without the use of a key, tool or force greater than that which is required for normal operation of the
escape and rescue opening. Where such bars, grilles, grates or similar devices are installed in existing buildings,
smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with Section 907.2.10 regardless of the valuation of the alteration.
JJJ. Section 1026.6 of the IBC. Add a new Section 1026.6 to the IBC to read as follows:
Section 1026.6. Emergency escape windows under decks and porches. Emergency escape windows
are allowed to be installed under decks and porches provided the location of the deck allows the emergency
escape window to be fully opened and provides a path not less than 36 inches in height to a yard or court.
KKK. Chapter 11 of the IBC. Delete Chapter 11 in its entirety and insert in lieu thereof the following:
Chapter 11 Accessibility, Section 1101. Buildings or portions of buildings shall be accessible to persons with
disabilities as required by 661-302 of the Iowa State Administrative Code.
LLL. Section 1207 of the IBC. Modify by deleting Section 1207 in its entirety.
MMM. Section 1209.2 of the IBC. Modify by deleting Section 1209.2 in its entirety and insert in lieu thereof the
following:
1209.2 Attic spaces. In buildings with combustible ceiling or roof construction, an attic access opening
shall be provided to attic areas that exceed 30 square feet (2.8m2) and have a vertical height of 30 inches (762
mm) or greater. The opening shall be located in a corridor, hallway, or other readily accessible location. The
opening shall not be located in a closet, bathroom, mechanical room, laundry room, or similar room or location.
Attics with a maximum vertical height of less than thirty inches need not be provided with access openings.
NNN. Section 1403.5 and 1403.6 of the IBC. Delete Section 1403.5 and 1403.6 of the IBC and insert in lieu
thereof the following:
Section 1403.5. See TITLE 14, CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE J Flood Plain Management Standards in the City
Code.
000. Section 1405.12.2 of the IBC. Delete Section 1405.12.2 of the IBC.
PPP. Section G2406.2 (303.3) Prohibited locations of the IRC. Modify by deleting exceptions 3 and 4.
QQQ. Section G2415. (404.2) Prohibited locations of the IRC. Modify by deleting the last sentence.
RRR. Part VII PlumbinQ. Chapters 25 throuQh 32 inclusive of the IRC. Delete Part VII Plumbing Chapters 25
through 32 inclusive of the IRC and insert the following:
Part VII Plumbing, Chapter 25
Section P2501 GENERAL
P2501.1 Scope. Plumbing systems shall comply with Title 17, Chapter 2, of the Iowa City Code.
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SSS. Chapter 27 of the IBC. Delete Chapter 27 of the IBC and insert the following:
Chapter 27 Electrical
Section 2701.1 Scope. Electrical systems shall comply with Title 17, Chapter 3, of the Iowa City Code.
TIT. Chapter 29 of the IBC. Delete Chapter 29 of the IBC and insert the following:
Chapter 29 Plumbing Systems
Section 2901.1 Scope. Plumbing systems shall comply with Title 17, Chapter 2, of the Iowa City Code.
UUU. Section 3002.4 of the IBC. Delete Section 3002.4 of the IBC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
3002.4 Elevator car to accommodate ambulance stretcher.
In buildings four or more stories above grade plane or four or more stories below grade plane, at least
one elevator shall be provided for fire department emergency access to all floors. The elevator car shall be of
such a size and arrangement to accommodate a 24-inch by 84-inch (610 mm by 1930 mm) ambulance stretcher
in the horizontal, open position and shall be identified by the international symbol for emergency medical services
(star of life). The symbol shall not be less than 3 inches (76 mm) high and shall be placed inside on both sides of
the hoistway door frame.
VW. Part VIII Electrical. Chapters 33 throuQh 42 inclusive of the IRC. Delete Part VIII Electrical Chapters 33
through 42 inclusive of the IRC and insert the following:
Part VIII Electrical, Chapter 33
Section E3301 GENERAL
E3301.1 Applicability. Electrical systems shall comply with Title 17, Chapter 3, of the Iowa City Code.
WWW. Section 3410.2 of the IBC. Delete the first sentence of Section 3410.2 and insert in lieu thereof the
following:
3410.2 Applicability. Structures existing prior to effective date of this ordinance and in which there is
work involving additions, alterations or changes of occupancy shall be made to conform to the requirements of
this section or the provisions of Sections 3403 through 3407.
17-1-4: PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION: Violation of this chapter shall be a municipal infraction punishable by a
penalty as provided for in subsection 1-4-2D of this code.
SECTION VI. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect July 1, 2007.
Passed and approved this _ day of , 20_.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
Approved by
City Attorney's Office
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