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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-04-17 Public hearingNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, at 7:00 p.m. on the 17th day of April, 2018, in Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, Iowa, or if said meeting is cancelled, at the next meeting of the City Council thereafter as posted by the City Clerk; at which hearing the Council will consider: . 1. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.1 acres of property located at 225 and 225'/2 Prentiss Street, from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC -CX). (REZ18-00003) 2. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 0.62 acres of land from Community Commercial (CC -2) zone to Riverfront Crossings – West Riverfront (RFC -WR) zone for property located at S. 513 Riverside Drive (REZ17-00005) 3. An ordinance rezoning property located at 715 Park Road from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to Low Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -5 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00011) 4. An ordinance rezoning property located at 1029 North Dodge Street from Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) to Medium Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP) zone. (REZ18- 00010) 5. An ordinance rezoning property located at 504 East Bloomington Street from Commercial Office (CO -1) to Commercial Office with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP) zone. (REZ18- 00012) 6. An ordinance rezoning property located at 213 East Market Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00009) 7. An ordinance rezoning property located at 412 N. Dubuque Street from High Density Multi -family Residential (RM -44) to High Density Multi -family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00006) 8. An ordinance rezoning property located at 319 East Bloomington Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00008) 9. An ordinance rezoning property located at 410-412 North Clinton Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM - 44) to RM44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44/OHP). (REZ18-00007) Copies of the proposed ordinances and resolutions are on file for public examination in the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, Iowa City, Iowa. Persons wishing to make their views known for Council consideration are encouraged to appear at the above-mentioned time and place. Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk 04-17-18 5a To: Planning and Zoning Commission Item: REZ18-00003 GENERAL INFORMATION: STAFF REPORT Prepared by: Julie Tallman Date: February 15, 2018 Applicant: Hodge Construction 711 S. Gilbert St. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Contact: Requested Action: Purpose: Location: Size: Existing Land Use and Zoning: Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: Kevin Digmann 319-354-2233 kevind@hodgeconstruction.com Rezone from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) Zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) Redevelopment according to the Riverfront Crossings District Plan and form -based code 200 block of Prentiss St in the Central Crossings Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings Approximately 1.1 acres Commercial; vacant/CI-1 North: multi -family residential (PRM) South: commercial (CC -2 and CI -1) East: commercial (CI -1) West: multi -family and commercial (RFX-CX and CC -2) Comprehensive Plan: Riverfront Crossings Master Plan objectives include encouraging contextual infill, restoring and enhancing Ralston creek, and promoting new housing options. File Date: January 25, 2018 45 Day Limitation Period: March 12, 2018 BACKGROUND INFORMATION The subject property is located in the 200 block of E. Prentiss Street and comprises the entire eastern half of this city block. The property is currently zoned Intensive Commercial (CI -1). The existing building is vacant and formerly was a plumbing supply company with office, sales, repair, warehousing, loading and unloading docks, and a parking lot. The property falls within the Central Crossings Subdistrict of the Riverfront Crossings District and, therefore, the form -based zoning code for Riverfront Crossings will apply if the property is rezoned. The applicant has indicated that they have chosen not to use the "Good Neighbor Policy." ANALYSIS: Comprehensive Plan: This property is located within the Central Crossings Subdistrict of the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. Ralston Creek forms the eastern boundary of the subdistrict. The Plan calls for Ralston Creek to be restored and turned into a community amenity for a redeveloped mixed used neighborhood as described on page 67: Ralston Creek Redevelopment — Beyond restoring Ralston Creek to good health, one of the key goals is to turn it into an asset that will stimulate redevelopment along its banks. A naturalized creek, along with small park areas, meadows, and a trail will provide amenity value and much needed neighborhood open space. This in turn will encourage new residential development along its banks, catering to a demographic that desires ownership adjacent to downtown, but with direct access to nature and recreation. As existing apartments reach their lifespan, condos and townhouses will replace them along the creek. Their design will be more urban in nature, and take advantage of the views of the creek instead of turning their back on it. In many cases, parking will be provided on the ground level in order to raise habitable space above the floodplain and to provide views up and down the creek. The subject property is identified in the red circle in this image from the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. As discussed below the Riverfront Crossings Form -Based Code is intended to implement the vision contained in the Master Plan. Current and proposed zoning: The purpose of the Intensive Commercial Zone (CI -1) is to provide areas for those sales and service functions and businesses whose operations are typically characterized by outdoor display and storage of merchandise, by repair and sales of large equipment or motor vehicles, by outdoor commercial amusement and recreational activities or by activities or operations conducted in buildings or structures not completely enclosed. Residential uses are not allowed in the CI -1 zone. The requested Riverfront Crossings zoning will significantly increase the development potential of the property. With the increased development rights come requirements for improvements of a pedestrian street along Ralston Creek to help ensure a safe and attractive living environment. The Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone is intended for moderate intensity mixed-use developments in buildings with entries opening onto pedestrian -friendly public streets and streetscapes. It allows for a mix of commercial and residential uses. The from -based codes requires features, such as building articulation and upper floor stepbacks intended to create more moderate scale development compared to the South Downtown Subdistrict. The applicant is proposing an apartment building with integrated parking on the lower level and has submitted the attached concept plans showing how the property might be developed (it should be noted that the floodway needs to be delineated before the exact building area can be established and therefore the concept plan is subject to change). Both the Sensitive Areas Ordinance and the Riverfront Crossings Form -Based Code require a 30 - foot wide buffer between the edge of the Ralston Creek floodway and any development activity. It will be necessary for a licensed engineer to determine the edge of the floodway. The 30 -foot buffer is measured from the edge of the floodway. Once a sensitive areas site plan is submitted with a delineation of these boundaries, the buildable area of the lot can be determined and form -based zoning standards applied to the buildable site area. Since the regulating plan for Riverfront Crossings requires a pedestrian street along Ralston Creek, the building and the buffer area will need to be designed according to the Ralston Creek pedestrian street standards of the form -based code, which includes a public trail within the 30 -foot stream corridor buffer. The flood elevation of Ralston Creek is 655.7 and the elevation of any residential floor may not be less than 656.7. Floodproofing requirements and minimum floor elevations will be administered and determined during the site plan and building plan reviews. In the Central Crossings Zones, the maximum building height is four (4) stories with a required 10 - foot upper story fagade stepback above the 31 story. Because of the designated Pedestrian Street, the building's east fagade will need to be designed as a frontage with an entry or entries that are accessible from the Pedestrian Street. Requirements for streetscape improvements, open space, accessible pedestrian routes, landscaping, building design and materials will be administered through site plan review and form - based code committee review. Traffic implications: There is an existing alley that will provide vehicular access to any new building or buildings on the site. The alley already provides access to mixed-use and apartment buildings along the 500 block of S. Dubuque. Pedestrian movement will be extended farther south with the addition of a creekside trail that will be accessible from an improved ADA -compliant crossing at Linn and Prentiss Streets. Infrastructure: Sanitary sewer runs north -south in the alley with potential manhole connections in E. Prentiss St. and at the south end of the alley. A 6" water main runs along the north side of E. Prentiss. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00003, a proposal to rezone approximately 1.10 acres of property located within the 200 block of Prentiss Street from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossing -Central Crossings (RFC -CX), subject to a Conditional Zoning Agreement providing for the improvement of Ralston Creek and the pedestrian street in accordance with Form - Based Development Standards for RFC -CX. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Location Map 2. Concept Plan Approved by: —�-L Tracy Hight; Department and Development Services PHASE IV i cn W co H Z W d t ,---------------- ARCHITECTS. INC. Preliminary 12/29/2017 12:39:07 PM Hod,qE CONSTRUCTI PHASE IV Preliminary 01/22/2018 11:32:00 AM FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. 10 SZ Nvr ow a1 -11J - Hod,qE (0NSTRU(TI PHASE IV Preliminary 01/22/2018 11:31:55 AM FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. ZI !.d sz Pivr 81Qz HodE C0N5TRUCT109 PHASE IV Preliminary 01/22/2018 11:31:46 AM FUSI6ON ARCHITECTS. INC. I Q i.d SZ ilvr RIDIZ Hod E CONSTRUCTION PHASE IV Preliminary 01/22/2018 11:32:13 AM FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. jtJ =','rill i �_.;.'J SeNegulol Hod E CONSTRUCTION r ��`.® CITY OF IOWA CITY mft- = MEMORANDUM Date: March 15, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Bob Miklo, Senior Planner Re: REZ18-00003 225 Prentiss Street The applicant has submitted a revised concept plan including building elevations for the subject property. The plan defines the floodway and includes a pedestrian street and green space along Ralston Creek, which is adjacent to the east side of the proposed apartment building. The concept shows a pedestrian walkway at the top of the creek bank. The plan includes trees and pedestrian scale lighting. Rather than end at the railroad, the sidewalk is designed to loop west to the alley. This will help provide pedestrian access to the creek front open space from the other apartment buildings in this block. The concept demonstrates general compliance with the requirements for a pedestrian street along the Ralston Creek frontage. The plan will be further developed and approved by the Design Review Committee at time of site plan approval. The revised building elevations indicate that the building will comply with the requirements the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code, including the 10 -foot step back above the third floor. At street corners, tower elements may be exempt from the step back. The plan does show a tower element at the intersection of the Ralston Creek pedestrian street and Prentiss Street. Attachments: 1. Concept site plan 2. Building elevations PHASE IV -f-1 ; ------------ ---- L J - FUSION --- ,---------------------------- ARCH IT£CTS. INC. Preliminary 03/08/2018 12:28:03 PM Hod E CONSTRUCTION PHASE IV Preliminary 03/08/2018 12:27:57 PM FUSI✓nN ARCHITECTS. INC. Hodc CONSTRUCTIOKj PHASE IV Preliminary 03/08/2018 12:27:52 PM FUSI✓)N ARCHITECTS. INC. Hod E CONSTRUCTION PHASE IV Preliminary 03/08/2018 12:27:46 PM FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. Hod,qE (0NSTRU(TI PHASE IV FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. Preliminary 03/08/2018 12:27:41 PM Hod E (0NSTRU(TIO PHASE IV Preliminary 03/08/2018 12:27:34 PM FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. Hod,qE CONSTRUCTI PHASE IV —"� — ..... n 1 1 11 1 ■ Is 7 Preliminary 03/08/2018 12:27:27 PM F U S ISN ARCHITECTS. INC. Hod E (ONSTRU(TIO Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 4 of 21 Yapp next showed images of the townhouse styles they are proposing. They feel they will have variation in the townhomes both vertically and horizontally with the roof lines, stoops, how far back the front doors are, sizes of the townhouses, and changes in colors. He showed an example of the courtyard in the middle of the property. There is also variety in the backs of the units, some have decks over the garages with patio doors that go into the units, some will be smaller and instead of a deck there is a three -season room next to the garage. Dyer asked in the courtyard if there would be any amenities. Yapp replied they will include a gazebo and seating and grilling areas and have submitted a concept plan with those amenities. Hensch asked about the wetland buffer and if the wetland area buffer could be larger if those adjoining lots were decreased a bit. Yapp replied it is a balancing act in trying to meet City Code, goals of the Comprehensive Plan and also trying to meet approval of neighbors. In this case a couple of the lots were smaller and several neighbors requested the lot size be increased to be more consistent with others on the street. Signs asked if Scott Park water retention area flooded over Scott Boulevard in the past. Miklo stated he doesn't believe Scott Boulevard ever flooded over, it has been full with water but has not gone over the street. Martin confirmed that she lived in the area in 2008 and it did not go over the street. Hensch asked if there has been water issues with the neighborhood to the south. Miklo is not aware of any issues. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moves to recommend approval of REZ18-0006/SUB18-0001, an application submitted by Allen Homes, Inc. for a rezoning and Preliminary Plat and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for Lindeman Subdivision Part Eight, a 39 -lot, 20.24 -acre residential subdivision located in the OPD-5/OPD-8 zone located South of Lower West Branch Road and North of Anna Street. Martin seconded the motion. Hensch noted that it probably doesn't make a difference on this application but shared an overall concern of reducing wetlands buffers as it was also part of another recent application and the idea of the buffer is to slow down water and keep areas intact. He shared concerns about water quality, erosion and wet neighborhoods. Freerks agreed but was happy to see the exchange of land to the City in this proposal and that will help to protect the wetlands. Dyer added her concern about building on the narrowed buffer. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00003): Discussion of an application submitted by Hodge Construction for a rezoning of approximately 1.1 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings - Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone for property located at 225 & 225'/2 E. Prentiss Street. Miklo began the staff report noting the location of the property as south of Prentiss Street and east of Ralston Creek, it is currently zoned Intensive Commercial which does not allow any Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 5 of 21 residential uses in that zone, so rezoning this property will increase the development potential and value of this property considerably. The area is within the Riverfront Crossings District and within the Central Crossings Subdistrict and that would apply if this is rezoned. The area to the north is the South Downtown Subdistrict of the Riverfront Crossings area which allows for larger buildings and higher density. The idea is density and scale of buildings will step down as we move to the south including this property. Miklc explained that the Form -Based Code has a series of standards to require that the buildings have a smaller scale and with step backs on the upper floors of the buildings, again to create more of a human scale as compared to the South Downtown District. Miklo said this particular property as noted is adjacent to Ralston Creek, which is identified in the Form -Based Code as a pedestrian street, or open space, both on the Plan and in the Code. Miklo stated that when they first received the Plan there was no indication where the floodway is and the floodway is the point at which the 30 foot setback is required and a pedestrian street will be within that area. Miklo said that he did receive a call from the applicant this morning indicating that the blue line on the proposal represents the floodway. The City does need verification of that and needs a drawing with elevation points on it so the City Engineers can verify the floodway. Miklo pointed out that the concept plan that is submitted with this application is just a concept plan and the Commission is not approving this particular plan and it is subject to change and if that blue line is the floodway then the concept plan would need to change because there is a 30 foot setback required from that floodway for the pedestrian street and the creek buffer. Staff is recommending approval of this realizing that there may be some changes in this Plan to adhere to the Form -Based Code requirements and the requirement for the pedestrian street and the setback. Staff is recommending approval be conditioned on improvement of the pedestrian street to the center line of the right-of-way, which may entail some work on the creek bank itself, the City Engineers would plan to meet with the applicant to determine the extent of those improvements. Freerks asked about the 30 feet noting that the property line doesn't encompass the creek or all of the sidewalk, that 30 feet buffer isn't necessarily from the property line its 30 feet from the floodway. Miklo confirmed that was correct. Freerks said that there are potentially lots of things that may change with this application and the concept is not very clear. There are a lot of unanswered questions at this point. They need to know where the flood plain lies so they can know how the building will lay out. Freerks is concerned because the concept drawing doesn't have a set back on the fourth floor, and a step back is required by the code. Freerks reviewed the Riverfront Crossings Plan and Code which require the step back. The Commission approved Whistler Place just in December on South Dubuque street and that developer included the step backs on the fourth level in their plan. Freerks stated that what she is seeing in the application doesn't really mesh with concepts and some of the needs the City has put forward, so she is interested in hearing a little more about it. Hensch asked Miklo to clarify the definition of floodway versus terms they regularly hear like 100 year flood plain or 500 year flood plain. Miklo explained that floodway is a channel by FEMA regulations cannot be built upon, a flood plain can be built upon if it meets certain conditions. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 6 of 21 The floodway will carry floodwater, a flood plain will store floodwater Hensch asked in the Riverfront Crossings area what are the goals for Ralston Creek and development along Ralston Creek. Miklo stated there is a section in the Staff Report to describe the goals. The goal is to improve Ralston Creek, to turn it into an amenity rather than current situation where a lot of buildings turn their back to the creek. The idea illustrated in the Plan is to have a small park here and that is why the Code requires a pedestrian street in this particular area. Freerks noted that this would be a huge increase in what the owner is able to do with this property so she expects compliance with the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan and Form Based Code. The applicants concept for amenities along the creek seem just like a slab of cement. Something better can be done along there. Freerks is making these points early because while they are not improving the concept plan, just the rezoning, this item will never come before the Commission again. Miklo stated that once the Commission would approve the zoning the placement and design of the buildings would be reviewed by the Form -Based Code Committee which is basically the Design Review Committee which is made up of staff. Freerks asserted she is uncomfortable with that sometimes, noting they have asked a lot more from other developers and it seems like they need to be consistent. Signs stated he agrees with Freerks in that they spent a lot of time talking about this district, and talking about the green spaces and look of the buildings and articulation and all those things. He would agree all he sees with this concept is a large block sitting on a piece of land. Freerks added they might not even get that because they don't know where the flood way is located and therefore where the building be located. These are issues she would like to see answered. Signs agrees, the pedestrian street as shown in the renderings here doesn't look terribly welcoming to him, there is a large concrete terrace deck shown on the east side facing the creek, a couple trees popped in there, it just doesn't feel like what he believes the goal of area is supposed to feel like. Dyer stated the building drawings make it looks like a prison, at least the part facing Prentiss Street. She added that it disturbs her that the Commission gets conceptual drawings which don't necessarily have anything to do with reality and then the Commission never sees what is approved, and the conceptual drawings don't meet their requirements. She noted if you compare the site plan to the image from the Riverfront Crossings District it is like an entirely different vision, and the Riverfront Crossings District Plan is what the Commission approved. In that example there is a curving sidewalk, a central stopping place. It bothers her that we would accept something far short of what the Master Plan shows. Freerks asked if there were any more questions for Staff. She acknowledged the applicant and told them they will get their chance to speak not to feel defeated, the Commission just wanted to lay out their concerns and go forward from there. Freerks opened the public discussion and asked the applicant to step forward, sign in and state their name. Kevin Digmann (Hodge Construction) asked Miklo to show some photos of existing conditions at Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018— Formal Meeting Page 7 of 21 this location. Miklo said he did not have those on the computer in this presentation. Freerks said she looked online and has been by there many times so knows what it looks like now. Digmann asked to walk the Commission through this project because they have built similar buildings on the corner to the west. He pointed to the building at the bottom of Dubuque Street, the bottom left one, it is an L shape, actually revers L shape, and that building exists today and if anyone has driven by it they have received a lot of positive comments on it. The building in the middle is the very building similar to this project, looks pretty similar, none of the buildings are exactly alike but they use a lot of similar materials and characteristics. Freerks asked if they have a setback on the fourth floor. Digmann said they do have a small one and when they met with Staff they got a variance on how deep the setback had to be because the problem is, you have to -understand when you build a building it is efficient to do a corridor down the center, you get units on both sides. So all of a sudden when you say you have to set one side so far back, it totally blows the floor plans, it blows the costs go up so much more because the structural systems become so different, it is easy to say this is what you should do but in reality it is very difficult and very expensive to do. Digmann noted that in the first two buildings they talk about some changes in materials, they really stick out, if they look at the one picture you can see how on the top floor it really is a big change in materials without a setback, there actually is a setback but it's only a few feet not the ten feet the Code asks for, which is what they did in the second building. And then the third building on Dubuque Street he pointed out they are working with The Housing Fellowship to do an affordable housing piece there, they have applied for State tax credits, so all these buildings will have similar characteristics to what this is. If they have driven by they will notice the look of this building does look and feel a lot like what exists there today. Digmann stated the challenge with this site is the creek they can't really do underground parking, they are doing at -grade parking, so the first level for the most part along the creek and alley really is a parking area, they have tried on Prentiss Street to make a big statement for what the building looks like as you enter. As far as the buffer, although they haven't gotten the exact engineering documents, this was designed by the engineer who laid this out for the floodway with the 30 foot buffer, hence why the building is cocked at a little bit of an angle. They also wanted to keep it as close to that side as they can, so obviously there is a little bit of a buffer between the existing buildings that are going up on Dubuque Street. So they are trying to keep it as close to the 30 foot buffer so that you don't have one side with all kinds of space and another smack up against the alley looking at the other buildings. So they are thinking of the residents. Digmann noted with the patio area, they did met with staff and talked about this with the idea to try to create that pedestrian street and some activities and try to create it so it is a common amenity for all of the people there as far as being able to have this outdoor patio area with some steps that come down. Digmann pointed out they never know what the future of the creek will be, there is a railroad track, and he doesn't think there is any near-term plans to have any sort of underpass cut through that railroad track. Digmann said as far as the pedestrian street, traffic in this project will all be going to Prentiss Street, there is nothing going south on this project, and as he stands here today he doesn't think there ever will be but that can change. Digmann stated that they have to start somewhere, and it gets so expensive to draw concepts before even finding out if they can go to the next level. He talked with Miklo today and understands the challenges, and they talked about meeting down at the creek to figure out what they need to do along the creek to enhance it and make it better. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 8 of 21 Digmann added as far as the building goes, it is there and he encourages all the Commission to go drive by and see what exists today. He noted because they have to raise the parking, it is really a three-story building and then the parking. Digmann also pointed out if they go around the top corner of the parking garage that was just built in that area it is a four story building and has no setback at all on the fourth floor. He's not saying "they didn't have to do it, we shouldn't have to do it" they are trying to comply. He had Miklo show images of the concept and how they are trying to make the big statement on Prentiss Street because they are looking at it with no other context and other buildings around so you can see a lot more of the building than you will on the ground, but going down Prentiss Street you are going down a pretty steep driveway, there is actually a single-family home sitting on the right side of the alleyway which you don't see, and the building will angle back to the south as you go back. Looking at the images, the top floor does have some setback and a big change in materials and cornice around there to give it more of that impression. Freerks asked if Digmann's other buildings in Riverfront Crossings have a 10 foot setback. Digmann confirmed they do not, they had a conversation about reducing the setback due to the change in materials, and the perception that when you look at it, it is not that visible because of what surrounds it. Miklo clarified that the building on the corner does have a 10 foot setback. Digmann said it is a 10 foot setback on the north side of the building but not on the pedestrian street, Dubuque Street. Digmann added that on the other building, the center one, that is where they went five stories and put a setback on the fifth story which is not all the way to 10 feet. Digmann stressed that everyone has to understand that it's not about just not trying to do it, he would do it in a second, it's just how it changes the floor plans and how expensive it gets to build to do that. Dyer stated there is no guarantee that they can build what they want. The Code requires a 10 foot set back, there is no guarantee you can build something that doesn't have a 10 foot setback. She said other developers have figured out how to do it. Freerks added if they want the height you have to go by Code and she is puzzled by how two buildings have appeared now that don't meet Code and now being asked about a third one. Digmann didn't want to argue but then how did the City get one built right across the street with the parking ramp that has zero setback. Freerks asked if Miklo or Howard if they wanted to address that. Howard replied that the Sabin Townhomes are the liner building for the municipal parking garage there so those units are only 20 feet deep and if a 10 foot setback was done on a liner building like that the units would only be 10 feet deep. Freerks remembers talking about that. Howard noted there is a specific adjustment for liner buildings like that which allows that to occur. Also for that building it was allowed because it was hiding a parking structure which is not a particularly pleasant thing to see so the building was allowed to be as tall as the parking structure so it would hide the structure from visibility from the street. Digmann noted that is the same situation as they are getting into with their building. You have a corridor down the middle and two equal size units on each side for all floors until you get to the top floor and with a corridor down the middle on side also has to come in so far and basically are taking what might be a 20 foot unit and sizing it back 10 feet. And working with staff they understand there may be some situations where it may work, have change in materials, really make it stand out, and have some leeway on some of that stuff. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 9 of 21 Freerks asked which staff he worked with on this design. Digmann said he worked with John Yapp and Doug Boothroy. Digmann also said they could have a long set of stairs coming out of second floor units but then it feels like that whole area is just for residents to have stairs down there, this way it becomes a common amenity for all the units. Freerks understands that but feels it is more what can be done with it to make it more desirable for people to want to spend time out there. She acknowledges that is more detailed oriented, for her the big thing is the setback, it is Code, it is what they ask other developers to do, and it seems unfair to her that some people are required to meet Code and other people are not for no good reason really. Freerks stated they did change some language in December but they tried to be very specific about that so if for some reason you absolutely couldn't meet the Code there was a good reason not just that it made it easier. She doesn't think that is what anyone here had in mind. Dyer added that the building could be designed quite differently and meet that requirement. Digmann doesn't disagree. He isn't here to debate this, he is just trying to move it forward that is a corner building where clearly from both angles you can kind of see the setback. He is saying for a building like this, to say every building has to be this way, there should always be cases where maybe it just doesn't make as much sense in one case as it does in another. Freerks commented that it seems to her that there are three out of four here where the case is being made that the setback is not needed on this block and she has concerns about it. The goal of Riverfront Crossings is to have smaller scale buildings in this district. Signs stated that was the concern, they keep seeing exceptions, exceptions, exceptions and a lot of time and effort, City resources and community input went into developing this district and the requirements in this district and they continually see request for exceptions and then pretty soon you have a block where three out of four of the buildings don't meet the Code and it gets very frustrating when they know what has gone into these Codes and it gets set aside. Digmann wanted to make the statement that the Commission is not here to approve the no setback, they are here to approve the zoning so they have to comply with the rules right. And then that will be up to City staff. Freerks interjected that then somebody in City staff has approved that twice to reduce the setback and she has concern about that. Digmann stated that the voice of that decision needs to go through City staff, he understands that the Commission does not like to see this but again he is not asking them to approve no setback, he is just asking them to rezone this property to what is in the Riverfront Crossings Code, in the map it says here is what we want to do, this is a start of what we want to do, we understand we have to subject to conditional zoning agreement which they will have to negotiate with the City. Freerks agreed but stated that they will get through the Commission but then get what they want from the City because whoever they are talking to is allowing this to happen. She doesn't know how this is happening but to her something is going on where they are continuing not even meeting the basic standards. Signs stated that while the Commission can't comment on the design, well we can comment on it, but to Digmann's point not decide on design. However Signs is more than happy to defer this application until the Commission gets more answer as to why the designs aren't being done correctly after they leave this desk. There does come a point where they just have to say it needs to stop and you may have just reached that point. Dyer noted that other developers are having to meet these requirements. Digmann stated he is not asking to do away with the setback. Freerks and Dyer interjected that yes he is. Digmann Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 10 of 21 pointed out this is a conceptual drawing, the application is for rezoning, and the Commission is not to approve the design. Freerks pointed out the with the Whistler project they did get a design and approved the rezoning with some great detail to the design, they actually talked about how many square foot of open space would be on the roof so there were things that were adhered to that. Digmann asked why they can't go on record tonight to say it is approved subject to the setback per the City Code. Martin said to back up just a little bit, she totally gets that they are here to do a rezoning however once Riverfront Crossings went through and they started getting applications historically they have set a precedent that they wanted to see more complete drawings, more substantial, not just concepts, that has been happening for the last couple of years. Freerks said that they are giving so much more by allowing this kind of upgrade to the zoning and so they have required that people show them more, it's not a typical South Johnson Street. Martin added that setback aside, they want to see more. Digmann understands and stated that when they send their plans in for design review, it's not a whole lot different than the concepts, it's not angled images, it's straight -on images, so what he is hearing is if he came back next month or whenever and that top floor was setback 10 feet we'd be fine. Freerks replied maybe or maybe not. She added that they've talked about amenities along the walkway so it is inviting. What they want to see is something that is of a higher caliber, it needs to be better than what you'd see normally, it is what they are expecting in the Riverfront Crossings. If you look through the Riverfront Crossings you can see all kinds of visuals that show the variations people use so there is something that is very different. Freerks added that the waterway is important, the flood area that is a key point to how the building is going to lay out on the lot and that will in turn play out in what kind of building you can build, how wide it can be. Digmann said that is what they have done, that is why the blue line is there. Freerks said they don't know for sure and that is why it needs to be checked by the engineers. Dyer said there is no engineering drawings, there is nothing to do with elevation of the land. Freerks stated they are not trying to pick on Digmann they just want some of the basics, he is not meeting what other developers are giving the Commission. Digmann stressed that his point is the Commission is saying there is a Riverfront Crossings Code out there that is to be followed. Freerks confirmed. Digmann said the Commission is also not happy that City staff is giving leeway on any of this. Freerks stated that is not what she said. Digmann stated that isn't it the City staff's job to enforce what is in the Code with the design. Freerks stated she will not debate that right now, it is a conversation they may have later in the meeting regarding what is occurring, it is an ongoing problem with minimums not being met, what she is asking of Digmann is interest in the flood area, more specifics on how the building is going to be laid out, and the fact that there is not the basic requirement for setback on the fourth floor. Hektoen added that the Commission does have the authority to impose conditions to satisfy public needs created by the rezoning, there is a lot of language in the Comprehensive Plan upon which you can formulate. Freerks added they can require many things if they want to. Hensch stated he actually thinks they are pretty close, the building at the corner of Prentiss Street and Dubuque Street is pretty great. Just stick with what the Riverfront Crossings is asking and the one paragraph in the staff report about Ralston Creek development, if the intent or spirit Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 11 of 21 of that is followed for that area in front of the creek he thinks they are really close. The point is perhaps that they are trying to draw the line about fewer exceptions. Digmann doesn't have a problem with that he feels that if it's in the book, and this is what the zone is, then it is, and then it's up to staff or whoever and he doesn't have to spend a lot of money, more money than he's already spent, to try to come in here to see if the Commission will approve something. Dyer explained that he knows what the rules are. Hensch concurred, the Code is there and this representation presented tonight doesn't reflect the Code. Dyer added that other developers invest a good deal more in their presentations to Planning and Zoning. Digmann apologized and noted he did meet with staff on this, although they were prior staff, and this was the feedback they got to move forward. Freerks feels if they put a little more energy into making something a little more exceptional, especially the way that public area is just not a slab of cement because having this be very pedestrian friendly, especially utilizing the creek area, and then just going by the Code in terms of Riverfront Crossings and having that setback is very important. Digmann asked what her definition of pedestrian friends is. What kind of amenities do you look for that make if more pedestrian? Freerks said there is no rail even there. Digmann said it would have a railing around it. Martin said the Comprehensive Plan will contain an image of what was in mind for the area so something along that vision. Dyer suggested townhouses along there, saying it would be more appealing. Freerks asked what the limitation period was on this. Miklo said they have until March 12, so it can be deferred until the next meeting. Freerks stated they can get to a point here, she acknowledged that Digmann has done lots of great things around town so don't feel defeated, but what was presented tonight doesn't even meet the minimum. Hensch stated that he applauds the desire for trying to do improvements along Ralston Creek, he likes that people are taking it seriously as an ecological feature rather than a drainage ditch, and unfortunately since you are one of the first developments to incorporate along Ralston Creek you are going to be held as the example of how to do it right. Freerks said they should be excited to see what they can do there. Digmann said they will work on the setback and see what they can do on the pedestrian space. Dyer also requested more information on the topography of the land and how the building will set into it and the flood plain. Freerks stressed for Digmann to talk to Miklo as he is a great resource, and the Commission likes his ideas generally. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to recommend approval of deferring REZ18-00003 until the next meeting. Martin seconded the motion. Martin commented about three thoughts she has on this. She understands builders wanting "here's the Code, here's the stamp, here's what you build" but this is the opportunity, especially in Riverfront Crossings to make sure that they are holding people to a standard to beautify our city and we don't want everything to look the same. She understands from a developer's point of view the cost concern, but that is not the Commission's concern, their concern is the integrity of preservation of this community. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 12 of 21 Signs goes back to the fact that the Code is there, and it is very specific in the Riverfront Crossings District and this isn't it. Freerks added if there is anything in the language that they changed recently that is making this happen... will discuss at the end of the meeting because she has specific questions on things she would like to have answered. Howard said the language updated at the last meeting was with regard to upper level step backs allowed by a minor adjustment to any district of Riverfront Crossings and did give quite a bit more leeway to what could be adjusted by staff. Miklo added that there is some criteria that is has to meet and if the step back is not there, there has to be other design features to visually break up the mass of the building. Freerks wondered if maybe that is the problem, that people think they can just doll up the top level with another color or cornice and actually that is not at all what they had in mind and if they are in anyway confusing people they maybe need to revisit that because that was not the intention when they made that change. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0. CODE AMENDMENT ITEMS: Discussion of amendments to Title 14, Zoning, to address changes to state law regarding occupancy of residential dwellings. Howard shared the PowerPoint regarding the changes, it is quite lengthy because there are a lot of little changes happening to the zoning ordinance. In January 2018 the state legislature changed State Code to prohibit any municipality to enforce any regulation that limits occupancy of rental property based on the existence of familial relationships. Howard noted that it a common way to address occupancy across the United States so it has been a little bit of a struggle for a lot of communities across the state of Iowa, particularly the cities that have large colleges or universities. Freerks asked if other states are also making this change. Howard said she is not aware of any other state having this kind of restriction imposed by the state legislature. Howard stated the City Council considered a number of changes in December that addressed the Housing Code and specifically made some changes there. The goals for the recent changes to the Housing Code and Zoning Code are to establish a balance between the short- term rental opportunities for students and long-term housing options for more permanent residents in the city and try to come up with alternative means that they used to be able to rely on a specific formula of how many people could live within a single-family house or duplex unit. Howard recapped the Housing Code changes because they do not come before the Planning & Zoning Commission but she wanted to make them aware of them. These changes include a cap on the number of single family and duplex rentals allowed in neighborhoods close to the UI campus. The City set up a rental permit district and there are certain number of those districts that exceeded the rental permit allowance of the 30% cap on the number of rental units in each districts. So for many of the areas that are close to campus far exceed that 30% cap so no more new rental permits shall be issued in those districts, with some exceptions. That was the big change in the Housing Code. Additionally the City established a limit on the amount space within a dwelling that can be used as bedrooms, and a requirement for a minimum amount of Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 2 of 24 By a vote of 5-0 the Commission recommends approval of REZ18-00007, an application to designate 410-412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44/OHP). By a vote of 5-0 the Commission recommends approval of SUB18-00002 an application submitted by University Lake Partners, II for preliminary plat of Forest Hills Estates, a 53.29 - acre 5 -lot subdivision with 4 residential lots and 1 commercial office lot located south of Interstate 80 west of Prairie Du Chien Road. By a vote of 5-0 the Commission recommends approval o SUB18-00003 an application submitted by Stewart Road Development, LLC for a preliminary plat of Pine Grove Estates, a 4.59 -acre 4 -lot residential subdivision for property located at 3910 Stewart Road NE in Fringe Area A of the Iowa City/Johnson County Fringe Area Agreement. CALL TO ORDER: Freerks called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA: None. i REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00003): Discussion of an application submitted by Hodge Construction for a rezoning of approximately 1.1 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone for the property located at 225 & 225'/ E. Prentiss Street. Miklo explained that this item was deferred from a previous meeting, since that meeting the applicant has submitted a revised concept plan. Miklo showed photos of the current condition of the property. The revised concept plan clearly identifies the floodway and that is important because the setbacks for buildings on this property are based on the 30 foot setback from the floodway, the plan also includes a pedestrian street, or walkway system, to serve the residents of this building as well as the rest of the neighborhood. The plan calls for a walkway at the top of the bank of Ralston Creek and then would move back to the alley so it would also provide access to residents of the other buildings this applicant is building. The plan shows pedestrian scale lighting and landscaping. In terms of the landscaping Miklo noted it is very conceptual at this point, when the site plan is approved by the Design Review Committee they will work with the applicant and City Forrester for more specifics on the landscaping plan but in general the layout of the walkways and lighting should conform to this concept plan. Miklo noted the revised plan also shows the 10 foot stepback on the fourth floor, an exception to that is the corner. The Riverfront Crossing Code does allow at intersections of streets (in this case Prentiss Street and the pedestrian street along Ralston Creek) a taller element, so this concept meets the Code. Martin asked about the floodway, Miklo said the floodway goes up to the top of the bank. Staff is recommending approval of REZ18-00003 subject to a conditional zoning agreement which would specify the applicant will improve the pedestrian street to the center of the creek Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 3 of 24 and will work with the City Engineer for the specifications, at a minimum it will include the walkway and lighting shown in the concept plan. Freerks opened the public hearing Kevin Digmann (Hodge Construction) noted that they took the comments from the Commission's last meeting and tried to mirror what was in the book for the route and the sidewalks, make it more friendly, they've added decks to the sides of the building, to bring more area to view the creek and be outside, along the front of the building they added the stepback per the Code. Freerks noted the updated concept plan is much improved and appreciates Digmann and his team working with City Staff in the last couple weeks to accomplish this. Freerks closed the public hearing. Parsons moved to recommend approval of application submitted by Hodge Construction for a rezoning of approximately 1.1 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone subject to a Conditional Zoning Agreement addressing the need for the improvement of Ralston Creek and the pedestrian street for the property located at 225 & 225'/: E. Prentiss Street Martin seconded the motion. Freerks noted this is much improved, she asked that the Commission be showed the final approved plan. Parsons added he liked the adjustments and thinks this will be a great addition to the area. Signs agreed, it is a much more pleasant creek side area and he likes the addition of the decks. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ17-00015): Discussion of an application submitted by Cardinal Pointe West, LLC for a rezoning of approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (IDRP) zone to Low Density Multifamily (RM -12) zone for the property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. Bochner stated this item was deferred from the March 1 meeting due to questions about the language for the area that was used in the Clear Creek Master Plan. Freerks interjected that she was asking about the Master Plan in general, not just the Clear Creek Master Plan. Bochner continued noting the Clear Creek Master Plan discusses this area specifically, but she will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan goals of this area. Bochner stated the Clear Creek Master Plan states "The southwest facing slopes adjacent to Highway 218 represent a good Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018— Formal Meeting Page 4 of 21 Yapp next showed images of the townhouse styles they are proposing. They feel they will have variation in the townhomes both vertically and horizontally with the roof lines, stoops, how far back the front doors are, sizes of the townhouses, and changes in colors. He showed an example of the courtyard in the middle of the property. There is also variety in the backs of the units, some have decks over the garages with patio doors that go into the units, some will be smaller and instead of a deck there is a three -season room next to the garage. Dyer asked in the courtyard if there would be any amenities. Yapp replied they will include a gazebo and seating and grilling areas and have submitted a concept plan with those amenities. Hensch asked about the wetland buffer and if the wetland area buffer could be larger if those adjoining lots were decreased a bit. Yapp replied it is a balancing act in trying to meet City Code, goals of the Comprehensive Plan and also trying to meet approval of neighbors. In this case a couple of the lots were smaller and several neighbors requested the lot size be increased to be more consistent with others on the street. Signs asked if Scott Park water retention area flooded over Scott Boulevard in the past. Miklo stated he doesn't believe Scott Boulevard ever flooded over, it has been full with water but has not gone over the street. Martin confirmed that she lived in the area in 2008 and it did not go over the street. Hensch asked if there has been water issues with the neighborhood to the south. Miklo is not aware of any issues. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moves to recommend approval of REZ18-0006/SUB18-0001, an application submitted by Allen Homes, Inc. for a rezoning and Preliminary Plat and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for Lindeman Subdivision Part Eight, a 39 -lot, 20.24 -acre residential subdivision located in the OPD-5/OPD-8 zone located South of Lower West Branch Road and North of Anna Street. Martin seconded the motion Hensch noted that it probably doesn't make a difference on this application but shared an overall concern of reducing wetlands buffers as it was also part of another recent application and the idea of the buffer is to slow down water and keep areas intact. He shared concerns about water quality, erosion and wet neighborhoods. Freerks agreed but was happy to see the exchange of land to the City in this proposal and that will help to protect the wetlands. Dyer added her concern about building on the narrowed buffer. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00003): Discussion of an application submitted by Hodge Construction for a rezoning of approximately 1.1 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings - Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone for property located at 225 & 225'/2 E. Prentiss Street. Miklo began the staff report noting the location of the property as south of Prentiss Street and east of Ralston Creek, it is currently zoned Intensive Commercial which does not allow any Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 5 of 21 residential uses in that zone, so rezoning this property will increase the development potential and value of this property considerably. The area is within the Riverfront Crossings District and within the Central Crossings Subdistrict and that would apply if this is rezoned. The area to the north is the South Downtown Subdistrict of the Riverfront Crossings area which allows for larger buildings and higher density. The idea is density and scale of buildings will step down as we move to the south including this property. Miklo explained that the Form-Based Code has a series of standards to require that the buildings have a smaller scale and with step backs on the upper floors of the buildings, again to create more of a human scale as compared to the South Downtown District. Miklo said this particular property as noted is adjacent to Ralston Creek, which is identified in the Form-Based Code as a pedestrian street, or open space, both on the Plan and in the Code. Miklo stated that when they first received the Plan there was no indication where the floodway is and the floodway is the point at which the 30 foot setback is required and a pedestrian street will be within that area. Miklo said that he did receive a call from the applicant this morning indicating that the blue line on the proposal represents the floodway. The City does need verification of that and needs a drawing with elevation points on it so the City Engineers can verify the floodway. Miklo pointed out that the concept plan that is submitted with this application is just a concept plan and the Commission is not approving this particular plan and it is subject to change and if that blue line is the floodway then the concept plan would need to change because there is a 30 foot setback required from that floodway for the pedestrian street and the creek buffer. Staff is recommending approval of this realizing that there may be some changes in this Plan to adhere to the Form-Based Code requirements and the requirement for the pedestrian street and the setback. Staff is recommending approval be conditioned on improvement of the pedestrian street to the center line of the right-of-way, which may entail some work on the creek bank itself, the City Engineers would plan to meet with the applicant to determine the extent of those improvements. Freerks asked about the 30 feet noting that the property line doesn't encompass the creek or all of the sidewalk, that 30 feet buffer isn't necessarily from the property line its 30 feet from the floodway. Miklo confirmed that was correct. Freerks said that there are potentially lots of things that may change with this application and the concept is not very clear. There are a lot of unanswered questions at this point. They need to know where the flood plain lies so they can know how the building will lay out. Freerks is concerned because the concept drawing doesn't have a set back on the fourth floor, and a step back is required by the code. Freerks reviewed the Riverfront Crossings Plan and Code which require the step back. The Commission approved Whistler Place just in December on South Dubuque street and that developer included the step backs on the fourth level in their plan. Freerks stated that what she is seeing in the application doesn't really mesh with concepts and some of the needs the City has put forward, so she is interested in hearing a little more about it. Hensch asked Miklo to clarify the definition of floodway versus terms they regularly hear like 100 year flood plain or 500 year flood plain. Miklo explained that floodway is a channel by FEMA regulations cannot be built upon, a flood plain can be built upon if it meets certain conditions. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018—Formal Meeting Page 6 of 21 The floodway will carry floodwater, a flood plain will store floodwater. Hensch asked in the Riverfront Crossings area what are the goals for Ralston Creek and development along Ralston Creek. Miklo stated there is a section in the Staff Report to describe the goals. The goal is to improve Ralston Creek, to turn it into an amenity rather than current situation where a lot of buildings turn their back to the creek. The idea illustrated in the Plan is to have a small park here and that is why the Code requires a pedestrian street in this particular area. Freerks noted that this would be a huge increase in what the owner is able to do with this property so she expects compliance with the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan and Form Based Code. The applicants concept for amenities along the creek seem just like a slab of cement. Something better can be done along there. Freerks is making these points early because while they are not improving the concept plan, just the rezoning, this item will never come before the Commission again. Miklo stated that once the Commission would approve the zoning the placement and design of the buildings would be reviewed by the Form -Based Code Committee which is basically the Design Review Committee which is made up of staff. Freerks asserted she is uncomfortable with that sometimes, noting they have asked a lot more from other developers and it seems like they need to be consistent. Signs stated he agrees with Freerks in that they spent a lot of time talking about this district, and talking about the green spaces and look of the buildings and articulation and all those things. He would agree all he sees with this concept is a large block sitting on a piece of land. Freerks added they might not even get that because they don't know where the flood way is located and therefore where the building be located. These are issues she would like to see answered. Signs agrees, the pedestrian street as shown in the renderings here doesn't look terribly welcoming to him, there is a large concrete terrace deck shown on the east side facing the creek, a couple trees popped in there, it just doesn't feel like what he believes the goal of area is supposed to feel like. Dyer stated the building drawings make it looks like a prison, at least the part facing Prentiss Street. She added that it disturbs her that the Commission gets conceptual drawings which don't necessarily have anything to do with reality and then the Commission never sees what is approved, and the conceptual drawings don't meet their requirements. She noted if you compare the site plan to the image from the Riverfront Crossings District it is like an entirely different vision, and the Riverfront Crossings District Plan is what the Commission approved. In that example there is a curving sidewalk, a central stopping place. It bothers her that we would accept something far short of what the Master Plan shows. Freerks asked if there were any more questions for Staff. She acknowledged the applicant and told them they will get their chance to speak not to feel defeated, the Commission just wanted to lay out their concerns and go forward from there. Freerks opened the public discussion and asked the applicant to step forward, sign in and state their name. Kevin Digmann (Hodge Construction) asked Miklo to show some photos of existing conditions at Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 7 of 21 this location. Miklo said he did not have those on the computer in this presentation. Freerks said she looked online and has been by there many times so knows what it looks like now. Digmann asked to walk the Commission through this project because they have built similar buildings on the corner to the west. He pointed to the building at the bottom of Dubuque Street, the bottom left one, it is an L shape, actually revers L shape, and that building exists today and if anyone has driven by it they have received a lot of positive comments on it. The building in the middle is the very building similar to this project, looks pretty similar, none of the buildings are exactly alike but they use a lot of similar materials and characteristics. Freerks asked if they have a setback on the fourth floor. Digmann said they do have a small one and when they met with Staff they got a variance on how deep the setback had to be because the problem is, you have to understand when you build a building it is efficient to do a corridor down the center, you get units on both sides. So all of a sudden when you say you have to set one side so far back, it totally blows the floor plans, it blows the costs go up so much more because the structural systems become so different, it is easy to say this is what you should do but in reality it is very difficult and very expensive to do. Digmann noted that in the first two buildings they talk about some changes in materials, they really stick out, if they look at the one picture you can see how on the top floor it really is a big change in materials without a setback, there actually is a setback but it's only a few feet not the ten feet the Code asks for, which is what they did in the second building. And then the third building on Dubuque Street he pointed out they are working with The Housing Fellowship to do an affordable housing piece there, they have applied for State tax credits, so all these buildings will have similar characteristics to what this is. If they have driven by they will notice the look of this building does look and feel a lot like what exists there today. Digmann stated the challenge with this site is the creek they can't really do underground parking, they are doing at -grade parking, so the first level for the most part along the creek and alley really is a parking area, they have tried on Prentiss Street to make a big statement for what the building looks like as you enter. As far as the buffer, although they haven't gotten the exact engineering documents, this was designed by the engineer who laid this out for the floodway with the 30 foot buffer, hence why the building is cocked at a little bit of an angle. They also wanted to keep it as close to that side as they can, so obviously there is a little bit of a buffer between the existing buildings that are going up on Dubuque Street. So they are trying to keep it as close to the 30 foot buffer so that you don't have one side with all kinds of space and another smack up against the alley looking at the other buildings. So they are thinking of the residents. Digmann noted with the patio area, they did met with staff and talked about this with the idea to try to create that pedestrian street and some activities and try to create it so it is a common amenity for all of the people there as far as being able to have this outdoor patio area with some steps that come down. Digmann pointed out they never know what the future of the creek will be, there is a railroad track, and he doesn't think there is any near-term plans to have any sort of underpass cut through that railroad track. Digmann said as far as the pedestrian street, traffic in this project will all be going to Prentiss Street, there is nothing going south on this project, and as he stands here today he doesn't think there ever will be but that can change. Digmann stated that they have to start somewhere, and it gets so expensive to draw concepts before even finding out if they can go to the next level. He talked with Miklo today and understands the challenges, and they talked about meeting down at the creek to figure out what they need to do along the creek to enhance it and make it better. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 8 of 21 Digmann added as far as the building goes, it is there and he encourages all the Commission to go drive by and see what exists today. He noted because they have to raise the parking, it is really a three-story building and then the parking. Digmann also pointed out if they go around the top corner of the parking garage that was just built in that area it is a four story building and has no setback at all on the fourth floor. He's not saying "they didn't have to do it, we shouldn't have to do it" they are trying to comply. He had Miklo show images of the concept and how they are trying to make the big statement on Prentiss Street because they are looking at it with no other context and other buildings around so you can see a lot more of the building than you will on the ground, but going down Prentiss Street you are going down a pretty steep driveway, there is actually a single-family home sitting on the right side of the alleyway which you don't see, and the building will angle back to the south as you go back. Looking at the images, the top floor does have some setback and a big change in materials and cornice around there to give it more of that impression. Freerks asked if Digmann's other buildings in Riverfront Crossings have a 10 foot setback. Digmann confirmed they do not, they had a conversation about reducing the setback due to the change in materials, and the perception that when you look at it, it is not that visible because of what surrounds it. Miklo clarified that the building on the corner does have a 10 foot setback. Digmann said it is a 10 foot setback on the north side of the building but not on the pedestrian street, Dubuque Street. Digmann added that on the other building, the center one, that is where they went five stories and put a setback on the fifth story which is not all the way to 10 feet. Digmann stressed that everyone has to understand that it's not about just not trying to do it, he would do it in a second, it's just how it changes the floor plans and how expensive it gets to build to do that. Dyer stated there is no guarantee that they can build what they want. The Code requires a 10 foot set back, there is no guarantee you can build something that doesn't have a 10 foot setback. She said other developers have figured out how to do it. Freerks added if they want the height you have to go by Code and she is puzzled by how two buildings have appeared now that don't meet Code and now being asked about a third one. Digmann didn't want to argue but then how did the City get one built right across the street with the parking ramp that has zero setback. Freerks asked if Miklo or Howard if they wanted to address that. Howard replied that the Sabin Townhomes are the liner building for the municipal parking garage there so those units are only 20 feet deep and if a 10 foot setback was done on a liner building like that the units would only be 10 feet deep. Freerks remembers talking about that. Howard noted there is a specific adjustment for liner buildings like that which allows that to occur. Also for that building it was allowed because it was hiding a parking structure which is not a particularly pleasant thing to see so the building was allowed to be as tall as the parking structure so it would hide the structure from visibility from the street. Digmann noted that is the same situation as they are getting into with their building. You have a corridor down the middle and two equal size units on each side for all floors until you get to the top floor and with a corridor down the middle on side also has to come in so far and basically are taking what might be a 20 foot unit and sizing it back 10 feet. And working with staff they understand there may be some situations where it may work, have change in materials, really make it stand out, and have some leeway on some of that stuff. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 9 of 21 Freerks asked which staff he worked with on this design. Digmann said he worked with John Yapp and Doug Boothroy. Digmann also said they could have a long set of stairs coming out of second floor units but then it feels like that whole area is just for residents to have stairs down there, this way it becomes a common amenity for all the units. Freerks understands that but feels it is more what can be done with it to make it more desirable for people to want to spend time out there. She acknowledges that is more detailed oriented, for her the big thing is the setback, it is Code, it is what they ask other developers to do, and it seems unfair to her that some people are required to meet Code and other people are not for no good reason really. Freerks stated they did change some language in December but they tried to be very specific about that so if for some reason you absolutely couldn't meet the Code there was a good reason not just that it made it easier. She doesn't think that is what anyone here had in mind. Dyer added that the building could be designed quite differently and meet that requirement. Digmann doesn't disagree. He isn't here to debate this, he is just trying to move it forward that is a corner building where clearly from both angles you can kind of see the setback. He is saying for a building like this, to say every building has to be this way, there should always be cases where maybe it just doesn't make as much sense in one case as it does in another. Freerks commented that it seems to her that there are three out of four here where the case is being made that the setback is not needed on this block and she has concerns about it. The goal of Riverfront Crossings is to have smaller scale buildings in this district. Signs stated that was the concern, they keep seeing exceptions, exceptions, exceptions and a lot of time and effort, City resources and community input went into developing this district and the requirements in this district and they continually see request for exceptions and then pretty soon you have a block where three out of four of the buildings don't meet the Code and it gets very frustrating when they know what has gone into these Codes and it gets set aside. Digmann wanted to make the statement that the Commission is not here to approve the no setback, they are here to approve the zoning so they have to comply with the rules right. And then that will be up to City staff. Freerks interjected that then somebody in City staff has approved that twice to reduce the setback and she has concern about that. Digmann stated that the voice of that decision needs to go through City staff, he understands that the Commission does not like to see this but again he is not asking them to approve no setback, he is just asking them to rezone this property to what is in the Riverfront Crossings Code, in the map it says here is what we want to do, this is a start of what we want to do, we understand we have to subject to conditional zoning agreement which they will have to negotiate with the City. Freerks agreed but stated that they will get through the Commission but then get what they want from the City because whoever they are talking to is allowing this to happen. She doesn't know how this is happening but to her something is going on where they are continuing not even meeting the basic standards. Signs stated that while the Commission can't comment on the design, well we can comment on it, but to Digmann's point not decide on design. However Signs is more than happy to defer this application until the Commission gets more answer as to why the designs aren't being done correctly after they leave this desk. There does come a point where they just have to say it needs to stop and you may have just reached that point. Dyer noted that other developers are having to meet these requirements. Digmann stated he is not asking to do away with the setback. Freerks and Dyer interjected that yes he is. Digmann Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018— Formal Meeting Page 10 of 21 pointed out this is a conceptual drawing, the application is for rezoning, and the Commission is not to approve the design. Freerks pointed out the with the Whistler project they did get a design and approved the rezoning with some great detail to the design, they actually talked about how many square foot of open space would be on the roof so there were things that were adhered to that. Digmann asked why they can't go on record tonight to say it is approved subject to the setback per the City Code. Martin said to back up just a little bit, she totally gets that they are here to do a rezoning however once Riverfront Crossings went through and they started getting applications historically they have set a precedent that they wanted to see more complete drawings, more substantial, not just concepts, that has been happening for the last couple of years. Freerks said that they are giving so much more by allowing this kind of upgrade to the zoning and so they have required that people show them more, it's not a typical South Johnson Street. Martin added that setback aside, they want to see more. Digmann understands and stated that when they send their plans in for design review, it's not a whole lot different than the concepts, it's not angled images, it's straight -on images, so what he is hearing is if he came back next month or whenever and that top floor was setback 10 feet we'd be fine. Freerks replied maybe or maybe not. She added that they've talked about amenities along the walkway so it is inviting. What they want to see is something that is of a higher caliber, it needs to be better than what you'd see normally, it is what they are expecting in the Riverfront Crossings. If you look through the Riverfront Crossings you can see all kinds of visuals that show the variations people use so there is something that is very different. Freerks added that the waterway is important, the flood area that is a key point to how the building is going to lay out on the lot and that will in turn play out in what kind of building you can build, how wide it can be. Digmann said that is what they have done, that is why the blue line is there. Freerks said they don't know for sure and that is why it needs to be checked by the engineers. Dyer said there is no engineering drawings, there is nothing to do with elevation of the land. Freerks stated they are not trying to pick on Digmann they just want some of the basics, he is not meeting what other developers are giving the Commission. Digmann stressed that his point is the Commission is saying there is a Riverfront Crossings Code out there that is to be followed. Freerks confirmed. Digmann said the Commission is also not happy that City staff is giving leeway on any of this. Freerks stated that is not what she said. Digmann stated that isn't it the City staff's job to enforce what is in the Code with the design. Freerks stated she will not debate that right now, it is a conversation they may have later in the meeting regarding what is occurring, it is an ongoing problem with minimums not being met, what she is asking of Digmann is interest in the flood area, more specifics on how the building is going to be laid out, and the fact that there is not the basic requirement for setback on the fourth floor. Hektoen added that the Commission does have the authority to impose conditions to satisfy public needs created by the rezoning, there is a lot of language in the Comprehensive Plan upon which you can formulate. Freerks added they can require many things if they want to. Hensch stated he actually thinks they are pretty close, the building at the corner of Prentiss Street and Dubuque Street is pretty great. Just stick with what the Riverfront Crossings is asking and the one paragraph in the staff report about Ralston Creek development, if the intent or spirit Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 11 of 21 of that is followed for that area in front of the creek he thinks they are really close. The point is perhaps that they are trying to draw the line about fewer exceptions. Digmann doesn't have a problem with that he feels that if it's in the book, and this is what the zone is, then it is, and then it's up to staff or whoever and he doesn't have to spend a lot of money, more money than he's already spent, to try to come in here to see if the Commission will approve something. Dyer explained that he knows what the rules are. Hensch concurred, the Code is there and this representation presented tonight doesn't reflect the Code. Dyer added that other developers invest a good deal more in their presentations to Planning and Zoning. Digmann apologized and noted he did meet with staff on this, although they were prior staff, and this was the feedback they got to move forward. Freerks feels if they put a little more energy into making something a little more exceptional, especially the way that public area is just not a slab of cement because having this be very pedestrian friendly, especially utilizing the creek area, and then just going by the Code in terms of Riverfront Crossings and having that setback is very important. Digmann asked what her definition of pedestrian friends is. What kind of amenities do you look for that make if more pedestrian? Freerks said there is no rail even there. Digmann said it would have a railing around it. Martin said the Comprehensive Plan will contain an image of what was in mind for the area so something along that vision. Dyer suggested townhouses along there, saying it would be more appealing. Freerks asked what the limitation period was on this. Miklo said they have until March 12, so it can be deferred until the next meeting. Freerks stated they can get to a point here, she acknowledged that Digmann has done lots of great things around town so don't feel defeated, but what was presented tonight doesn't even meet the minimum. Hensch stated that he applauds the desire for trying to do improvements along Ralston Creek, he likes that people are taking it seriously as an ecological feature rather than a drainage ditch, and unfortunately since you are one of the first developments to incorporate along Ralston Creek you are going to be held as the example of how to do it right. Freerks said they should be excited to see what they can do there. Digmann said they will work on the setback and see what they can do on the pedestrian space. Dyer also requested more information on the topography of the land and how the building will set into it and the flood plain. Freerks stressed for Digmann to talk to Miklo as he is a great resource, and the Commission likes his ideas generally. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to recommend approval of deferring REV 8-00003 until the next meeting. Martin seconded the motion. Martin commented about three thoughts she has on this. She understands builders wanting "here's the Code, here's the stamp, here's what you build" but this is the opportunity, especially in Riverfront Crossings to make sure that they are holding people to a standard to beautify our city and we don't want everything to look the same. She understands from a developer's point of view the cost concern, but that is not the Commission's concern, their concern is the integrity of preservation of this community. Planning and Zoning Commission February 15, 2018 — Formal Meeting Page 12 of 21 Signs goes back to the fact that the Code is there, and it is very specific in the Riverfront Crossings District and this isn't it. Freerks added if there is anything in the language that they changed recently that is making this happen... will discuss at the end of the meeting because she has specific questions on things she would like to have answered. Howard said the language updated at the last meeting was with regard to upper level step backs allowed by a minor adjustment to any district of Riverfront Crossings and did give quite a bit more leeway to what could be adjusted by staff. Miklo added that there is some criteria that is has to meet and if the step back is not there, there has to be other design features to visually break up the mass of the building. Freerks wondered if maybe that is the problem, that people think they can just doll up the top level with another color or cornice and actually that is not at all what they had in mind and if they are in anyway confusing people they maybe need to revisit that because that was not the intention when they made that change. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0. CODE AMENDMENT ITEMS: Discussion of amendments to Title 14, Zoning, to address changes to state law regarding occupancy of residential dwellings. Howard shared the PowerPoint regarding the changes, it is quite lengthy because there are a lot of little changes happening to the zoning ordinance. In January 2018 the state legislature changed State Code to prohibit any municipality to enforce any regulation that limits occupancy of rental property based on the existence of familial relationships. Howard noted that it a common way to address occupancy across the United States so it has been a little bit of a struggle for a lot of communities across the state of Iowa, particularly the cities that have large colleges or universities. Freerks asked if other states are also making this change. Howard said she is not aware of any other state having this kind of restriction imposed by the state legislature. Howard stated the City Council considered a number of changes in December that addressed the Housing Code and specifically made some changes there. The goals for the recent changes to the Housing Code and Zoning Code are to establish a balance between the short- term rental opportunities for students and long-term housing options for more permanent residents in the city and try to come up with alternative means that they used to be able to rely on a specific formula of how many people could live within a single-family house or duplex unit. Howard recapped the Housing Code changes because they do not come before the Planning & Zoning Commission but she wanted to make them aware of them. These changes include a cap on the number of single family and duplex rentals allowed in neighborhoods close to the UI campus. The City set up a rental permit district and there are certain number of those districts that exceeded the rental permit allowance of the 30% cap on the number of rental units in each districts. So for many of the areas that are close to campus far exceed that 30% cap so no more new rental permits shall be issued in those districts, with some exceptions. That was the big change in the Housing Code. Additionally the City established a limit on the amount space within a dwelling that can be used as bedrooms, and a requirement for a minimum amount of -�S- 6'.. Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00003) Ordinance No. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.1 acres of property located at 225 and 225 % Prentiss Street, from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC -CX). (REZ18-00003) Whereas, the applicant, Hodge Construction, has requested a rezoning of property located at 225 and 225'/ Prentiss Street from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC - CX); and Whereas, the Downtown and Riverfront Crossing Master PI�l indicates that this area should be redeveloped with multi -family housing and the restoration of Ralston Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has the determined that it corn.lies with the Comprehensive Plan provided need for improvement Ralston Creek and providing a pedestri; Based Development Stan ards for RFC -CX; and Whereas, Iowa Code 414.5 (2017) provides that the Ci conditions on granting a re Hing request, over and above exis r needs caused by the request change; and Whereas, the owner and ap licant has agreed that the pro rt the terms and conditions of the onditional Zoning Agreem nt development in this area of the city. 7iTI riewed the proposed rezoning and at it meets conditions addressing the street in accordance with the Form - of Iowa City may impose reasonable ig regulations, in order to gatisfy public 0 shall be develop �acgwclanoy*th attached hereto t�ur4ppro% Now, therefore, be it ordained by the ity Council of the Ci of Iowa City, Iowa: :� m n. M Section I Approval. Subject to theCo, ditional Zoning Agreement attached her���nd:ficor herein, property described below is hereb reclass�ed fr m its current zoning de rfaiiort$f Inte ive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings—Ce tral Crossi s (RFC -CX): N Lot 3, except the north 50 feet there and all of Lot 4, in Block 10, County Seat Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, according to the plat the o recorded in Book 1 and 2, Page 253, Deed of Records of Johnson County, Iowa; and The north 50 feet of Lot 3 in Block 10, recorded plat thereof; and Lots 1 and 2 in Block 10 in that part of loyja City, County, Iowa, as the County Seatof ohnson thereof. Addition to Iowa City, Iowa. According to the I off by the Commissioners of Johnson Iowa, according to the recorded plat Section II. Zoning Map. The building officio is hereby authorized a directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to ftds amendment upon the fin passage, approval and publication of the ordinance as approved by law. Section III. Conditional Zonina A ree ent. The mayor is hereby authori and directed to sign, and the City Clerk attest, the Conditional Zoni Agreement between the property o er(s) and the City, following passage and approval of this Ordinan Section IV. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance, and record the same in the Office of the County Recorder, Johnson County, Iowa, at the Owner's expense, upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, as provided by law. Section V. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section VI. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Ordinance No. Page 2 Section VII. Effective Date. publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this MAYOR This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and day of 20_ N O _ m ` n a 79 'C` N r -� n �r A m m r s- N Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5240 (REZ18-00003) Conditional Zoning Agreement This agreement is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "City") and Hodge Construction (hereinafter "Owner"). Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately�.1 acres of property located at '/2 225 and 225Prentiss Street; and Whereas, the Owner has requested the rezoning Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossing Whereas, thI Planning and Zoning Commission h conditions regarding improvements to Ralston Creek and the requested zoning 's consistent with the Comprehensive said property from Intensive =C-CX): and determined that, with appropriate velopment of a pedestrian street, an; and Whereas, Iowa ode §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions o granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public neek caused by the requested clrIbnge; and Whereas, the Own acknowledges that ertain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the dev lopment of the prope y is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the need for creek rest ration and pedestn n connectivity; and Whereas, the Owner agree to develop thi property in accordance with the terms and conditions of a Conditional Zoning Ag eement. Now, therefore, in consideration of the follows: 1. Hodge Construction is the legal title Lot 3, except the north 50 feet thi to Iowa City, Iowa, according to Deed of Records of Johnson Cot contained herein, the parties agree as of the property legally described as `, arV of Lot 4, in Block 10, County Seat Addition plat ereof recorded in Book 1 and 2, Page 253, Iowa; 4nd The north 50 feet of Lot 3 Block 10, Cdtt According to the recorded pl thereof; and Lots 1 and 2 in Block 10 i that part of Iowa City Johnson County, Iowa, the County Seat of J recorded plat thereof. 2. The Owner of the Com Further, the Iowa City rr above the E change. Seat Addition to Iowa City, Iowa. laid off by the Commissioners of County, Iowa, according to the dges that the City wishes to ensure conformanciEto th6:9-rinciples Mve Plan and the Downtown and Riverfront CrossirW M4ter PM. acknowledge that Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) providshate Cit ose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoningpyest\,'�over and regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused b�the= quel ES 70 0 D � N ppdadMa9Vrez1 B-00003 a d. 1 3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owner agrees that development of the subject property will conform to all other requirements of the zoning chapter, as well as the following conditions: a. Improvement of Ralston Creek and the pedestrian street in accordance with the Form - Based Development Standards for Riverfront Cros�ings. 4. The Owner and City acknowledge that the conditiols contained herein are reasonable conditions to ifnpose on the land under Iowa de §414.5 (2017), and that said conditions satisfy public needs that are caused by t e requested zoning change. 5. The Owner and 'ty acknowledge that in the a nt the subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, r subdivided, all redevelop ent will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning reement. 6. The parties acknowled a that this Condition Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with he land and with ' le to the land, and shall remain in full force and effect as a covenant ith title to the I nd, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. The parties further acknowledge that thA agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and a igns of the parties. 7. The Owner acknowledges thatting in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulatio . 8. The parties agree that this ndition I Zoning Agreement shall be incorporated by reference into the ordinance zoning th subject property, and that upon adoption and publication of the ordinance this agreem nt shall be recorded in the Johnson County Recorder's Office at the Ap licant's expens Dated this day of City of Iowa City Jim Throgmorton, Attest: Kellie Fruehlind, City Clerk Approved by: City Attorney's Office ppdadMa9Vrez18-00003 m do 2 N _O � [9 a T by: \ -i C7 N II r— -5rn 3 m E5MF N By: City Of Iowa City Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 20_ by Jim Throgmorton and Kellie Fruehling as Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, o the City of Iowa City. Corporate Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledged Hodge Construction State of _ County of Notary Public in and for t e State of lower 0 (Stamp or Seal) o a Title (and Rank) n -C '- --1C") N 3� m rn 3 SIX 0 D ,s - N b fore me 20_ by as of Inc. Notar)Tublic in and for said County and State (and This record was acknowleoed before me on (Date) by E (Name(s) of individual(s) as (type of authority, such as officer or trustee) of (name of party on behalf of whom record was executed). Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa ppdedMegVw18- 0003=Am 3 FILED Ci rM Prepared by. Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5240 (REZ16-00003) Conditional Zoning Agreement This agreement i made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a munic' al corporation (hereinafter "City") a Dubuque and Prentiss Investments LC (hereinafter "O ner"). Whereas, Owner`is the legal title holder of approximately 1.1 acre$of property located at 225 and 225'/2 Prentiss Skeet: and Whereas, the Owner\has requested the rezoning of aid property from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Rivertront rossings—Central Crossings FC -CX); and Whereas, the Planning arilljoning Commission s determined that, with appropriate conditions regarding improvements o Ralston Creek d development of a pedestrian street, the requested zoning is consistent wit the Co/rested ive Plan; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2 17) that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezo ' g over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the r hange; and Whereas, the Owner reasonable to ensure the dev Plan and the need for creek re Whereas, the Owner conditions of a Conditional Z Now, therefore, in follows: 1. Dubuque and described as les hat certain conditions and restrictions are the pIRperty is consistent with the Comprehensive pedest 'an connectivity; and to develop this pkpperty in accordance with the terms and of the mutual promises Investments LC is the legal herein, the parties agree as holder of the property legally Lot 3, except t e north 50 feet thereof, and all of Lot 4, in Blo k 10, County Seat Addition to Iowa City, owa, according to the plat thereof recorded in ook 1 and 2, Page 253, Deed of Re ords of Johnson County, Iowa; and The nort 50 feet of Lot 3 in Block 10, County Seat Additio to Iowa City, Iowa. Accordi to the recorded plat thereof; and Lots Yand 2 in Block 10 in that part of Iowa City, Iowa, laid off by the tRommissioners of Joh on County, Iowa, as the County Seat of Johnson County, Iowa,ccording to the rec rded plat thereof. 2. T,he Owner acknowledges that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the, principles f the Comprehensive Plan and the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings M �teir Plan. Further, the parties acknowledge that Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that tCity of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, r and above the existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested ppdadWagttrW8-00D03=.dm 1 3. In coideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owner agrees that develop ent of the subject property will conform to all other requirements of the zoning chapter, a well as the improvement of Ralston Creek and the adjacent pedestrian street in accordan with the Form -Based Development Standards for Riverrront Crossings as follows: 1 a. Removal of invasive trees. b. Stream bank c. Planting of trees i\accorL,d. Installation of a streambank. e. Installation of pedestrian f. Dedication of temporary Prentiss Street Bridge. including necessary grading an ,ii'addition of rip -rap. with a plan approveo-by the City Forester. 6-foot/easements alk adjacent to the top of the lighti nStructfor the reconstruction of the g. The above work shall bedo ac rding to a plan prepared by the Owner and approved by the City Engine r prior t the issuance of a building permit. 4. The Owner and City ackno edge that the c\bythe contained herein are reasonable conditions to impose on a land under Ie §414.5 (2017), and that said conditions satisfy public eds that are causeequested zoning change. 5. The Owner and City cknowledge that in the event the subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, subdivided, all redevelopment will onform with the terms of this Conditional /ackwledge greement. 6. The parties that this Conditional Zoning Agree nt shall be deemed to be a covenant with the land and with title to the land, an shall remain in full force and effect anant with title to the land, unless or until r eased of record by the City of Iowa The parti s further acknowledge that this agreement shall inure to t benefit of and bind all succ ssors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 7. The Pwner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning A eement shall be con rued to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with allther applicable loc I, state, and federal regulations. S. The parties agree that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be inc rporated by reference into the ordinance rezoning the subject property, and that upon a option and publication of the ordinance, this agreement shall be recorded in the Johnsn County Recorder's Office at the Applicant's expense. ppdadrtJagtt z18-00003a.dm 2 Dated this day of 20_. City of low Jim Throgmorton, Attest: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk Approved by: City Attorney's Office City Of Iowa City Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was Throgmorton and Kellie Corporate knowledgement: STATE OF WA ) ) ss: JOHNSO COUNTY ) 0 By: aged before me on \ as Mayor and City Clerk, Notary Public in and (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) 20_ by Jim of the City of Iowa City. State of Iowa This instrument was acknowledged before me on 20, by as of Inc. poadMagVrezl B-00003 m,dm 3 Notary Public in and for said County and (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) Dubuque and Prentiss Rtvestments LC Acknowledgment: State of _ County of This record was acknowledged was of individual( as (type authority, such as officer or trustee) of �— (n a of party on behalf of whom record in and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Title (and My commission ppdadmlegVre 18-=03=.dW 4 Rezoning Item REZ18-00003 Discussion of an application submitted by Hodge Construction for a rezoning of approximately 1.1 acres from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone for property located at 225 & 225 % E. Prentiss Street. rees ^� . rn r :I/ . 3 ` ///�• _ /I a i` • L r - g ��� +�.�°' � � � K ~ �2 � J �? w}��a \\.: . � : � � \ � � , . � \ - ° � ` /\ , _ �� �` . ..� \� .m\\y � - \ / � � �� � � � � � © . , r. � sz� � � � � .<�� ^»~^� w . :�� .,� .�/& : ^»: w°� . \ :d . §� s.. ,. . , . ����� /?d /»\\2 � y\ y>\ . \:�� .�©��' z««^�'° � � �« \ �<� y' ° .§. . ` > 2\ �</ � <�� � ^ � � » .� \2 \ \ , t . � � � �( �� � -a :: . . �»��» PHASE IV Preliminary 03/0&2018 12:27:41 PM FUSION ARCH I TECTS. INC. Hodc,E CONSTRUCTION STAFF REPORT To: Planning and Zoning Commission Prepared by: Karen Howard Item: REZ17-00005 Date: May 18, 2017 GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicant: 513 Riverside, LLC 528 S. Clinton Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Contact: Charles Graves 13 Woodcrest Lane NE Iowa City, IA 52240 319-337-4700 Charlie@cghanson.com Requested Action: Purpose: Location: Size: Existing Land Use and Zoning: Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: File Date: 45 Day Limitation Period: BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Rezone 513 South Riverside Drive from Community Commercial (CC -2) zone to Riverfront Crossings - West Riverfront (RFC -WR) Redevelop the property according to the Riverfront Crossings — West Riverfront standards 513 S. Riverside Drive Approximately 0.6 acres (27,040 square feet) vacant -former convenience store/gas station (CC -2) North: undeveloped - University of Iowa (P-2) South: fast food/take-out restaurants (CC -2) East: used auto dealership (CC -2) and Iowa River West: multi -family residential (RM -44) March 30, 2017 May 14, 2017 (waived by applicant) The applicant, 513 Riverside LLC, has requested a rezoning from Community Commercial (CC -2) Zone to Riverfront Crossings West Riverfront (RFC -WR) Zone for 0.6 acres at 513 S. Riverside Drive. This property is currently vacant, but was previously a Kum & Go convenience store and gas station. Kum & Go vacated and sold the property when they moved the operation to their new location at the comer of Benton and Riverside Drive. The property is located in the Riverfront Crossings West Riverfront subdistrict and is directly adjacent to the west campus area of the University of Iowa and across the street from properties that abut the Iowa River and the Iowa River Corridor Trail. In 2016 the City of Iowa City conducted a planning effort to improve conditions along Riverside Drive for pedestrians and to improve the aesthetics of the corridor to encourage reinvestment and redevelopment. This planning effort resulted in the South Riverside Drive Streetscape Master Plan. The first phase of implementation of that plan will Include a pedestrian tunnel through the railroad embankment, full signalization and pedestrian crossing at the Myrtle intersection, and improved sidewalks, parkway buffer and street trees from the Myrtle Avenue to Benton Street along the west side of Riverside Drive. Similar to properties that have been rezoned and developed according to the Riverfront Crossings form -based code along Riverside Drive south of the Iowa Interstate Railroad embankment, additional right-of-way along the frontage of the subject property will be needed to achieve this safer and more comfortable pedestrian environment to support the increase in residential population made possible with the subject rezoning. The applicant did not hold a Good Neighbor Meeting. ANALYSIS: Current and proposed zoning: The current CC -2 zoning is intended for major retail commercial areas that serve a significant segment of the community population. The maximum building height in the CC -2 Zone is 35 feet. The zone is primarily a commercial zone, but allows upper floor residential uses by special exception. Minimal parking and building setbacks apply, but parking may be placed between buildings and the street, which has resulted in the auto -dominated commercial strip development along Riverside Drive. The Riverfront Crossings form -based zoning for the West Riverfront subdistrict allows for a broad mix of commercial and residential uses. Unlike the CC -2 Zone, the Riverfront Crossings code allows for a variety of building types, residential, commercial and mixed-use. New buildings must be located close to the street and oriented to Riverside Drive with street -facing entries opening onto an improved streetscape designed to provide a safe, comfortable and attractive environment for pedestrians buffered from vehicular traffic on Riverside Drive. Parking must be located behind or to the side of buildings and screened and buffered from the sidewalk and the street. Residential density is limited by building height and the amount of parking that can be provided on the site. The maximum building height in this area of the West Riverfront subdistrict is four stories. An additional story may be granted through the bonus provisions. An open space requirement of 10 square feet per bedroom is required for properties containing residential uses. Building design standards apply and will be administered through the staff design review process. If the project includes residential uses, the affordable housing requirement that applies in Riverfront Crossings will apply. At this time the owner of the property has not decided whether the property will be developed with a commercial building or a mixed-use building. Both types of buildings would be allowed and appropriate in this location according to the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. Comprehensive Plan: The Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan was adopted in January 2013 as an integral part of the City's Comprehensive Plan. The subject property is located in the West Riverfront Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings. One of the primary goals for this subdistrict is to encourage redevelopment that will help create a more pedestrian -friendly character along Riverside Drive by enhancing the streetscape and overall aesthetics, tempering auto -dominated frontages by locating buildings closer to the street with parking behind or to the side of buildings, and creating a place where people can live close to the Iowa River and to shopping, restaurants, and other services. The new form -based zoning code for Riverfront Crossings is intended to help implement that vision and contains standards for building and parking placement, streetscape improvements, building form and design, and landscaping and Page 2 of 6 open space requirements. Due to the absence of building and parking placement standards and few requirements related to building form and design, the current CC -2 zoning will allow the property will develop in a manner inconsistent with the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. One of the most important goals for the West Riverfront subdistrict is to improve the environment along Riverside Drive to make it safer and more comfortable for pedestrians and bicyclists. Since the requested rezoning will allow a significant increase in the residential population in the area, staff recommends as a condition of rezoning, that the applicant dedicate land along the Riverside Drive frontage of the property to widen the public right-of-way and close driveways that are inconsistent with the new zoning and the City's access management standards. Details of these necessary improvements are described in more detail in the traffic and pedestrian circulation section, below. Closure of noncompliant driveways and the increased right-of-way will be used to create a wider landscaped buffer between the traffic lanes on Riverside Drive and the public sidewalk and a safer condition along the sidewalk and at the intersection for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists. This will improve public safety and provide for a higher quality living environment for residents of the new building and encourage those residents to walk or bike to area businesses and to other destinations in the community. In addition, those improvements will provide safer bicycle, pedestrian, and vehicular access to any new businesses developed on the site and a more attractive frontage condition that will be of economic benefit to the property owner and the businesses. The City Is also moving forward with plans to create a pedestrian tunnel through the railroad embankment. The proposed tunnel will allow safe pedestrian movement north along Riverside Drive to the subject property and to the University campus and Downtown. The applicant has indicated willingness to dedicate the necessary land for widening the right-of-way along Riverside Drive and to reduce the number of driveways on the property. For all the reasons stated above, staff finds that the requested zoning (RFC -WR) is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan and will help to facilitate redevelopment that will comply with the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan, provided that land along Riverside Drive is dedicated to the City to allow for improvements to the street corridor necessary to accommodate the increase in residential density and pedestrian -oriented commercial development allowed by the rezoning. Compatibility with neighborhood: The proposed rezoning to RFC WR will allow development that is compatible with the future goals of the Comprehensive Plan to transform this auto - dominated area into a more pedestrian -friendly environment with a better mix of residential uses and neighborhood -serving businesses provided the public space along the street is also improved to support a more walkable urban neighborhood. The form -based zoning standards will help ensure that new buildings are compatible with the vision of the Riverfront Crossings plan and with surrounding residential neighborhoods. Therefore, staff finds that the proposed rezoning is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, provided the necessary improvements are made to the street corridor along Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue. Traffic and pedestrian circulation: The proposed rezoning will allow a considerable increase in residential density and new pedestrian -oriented commercial and mixed-use buildings. The subject property fronts on Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue. One of the objectives of the Riverfront Crossings Plan is to create high quality mixed-use neighborhoods with tree -lined streets and safer conditions that encourage walking and biking. Riverside Drive is a high- volume, 4 -lane arterial street that is also a State highway. The public right-of-way in this location is only 63 feet wide. With the wide traffic lanes, higher traffic speeds, excessive number of driveways and no on -street parking to buffer the pedestrian area, there is not enough space between the street curb and the front property line of abutting properties to achieve a safe and Page 3 of 6 comfortable environment for pedestrians. In much of the corridor the limited space does not leave enough room for any landscape buffer between the sidewalk and the travel lanes along the street and in some cases not even enough space for a sidewalk. Lack of street trees and an excessive number of driveways further degrade the pedestrian environment along the corridor. As mentioned, the City is planning improvements to the corridor to construct a pedestrian tunnel through the railroad embankment located to the south of the property, extend a new sidewalk north to the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, and signalize the Myrtle/Riverside Drive intersection to improve pedestrian, bicycle, and traffic circulation in the area (See preliminary design, below). As properties are rezoned along Riverside Drive, staff recommends requiring a dedication of land to improve conditions for pedestrians and to ensure that the streetscape and frontage area improvements required in the Riverfront Crossings form -based code can be achieved. The cross-section in the South Riverside Drive Streetscape Master Plan (see below) calls for a minimum of 20 feet between the street curb and the front property line. This pedestrian area would include a 6 -foot sidewalk, B -foot wide area for street trees, and 6 -Toot wide area between the street curb and the trees for snow storage and utilities. Page 4 of 6 C err_ Sig f;. The applicant has agreed to enter into a conditional zoning agreement to dedicate land along the frontage of the subject property to create a right-of-way that achieves the minimum requirements specified in the streetscape master plan and the improvements necessary for signalization of the intersection and also to reduce the number and location of driveways to be consistent with the City's access management standards. These modifications to the street corridor will improve conditions for future residents and businesses that live or do business on the subject property. To improve traffic safety, staff recommends requiring closure of several of the existing driveways in concert with the City's streetscape project or prior to issuance of a building permit, whichever occurs first. At a minimum the two driveways closest to the intersection of Myrtle and Riverside should be closed to bring the site into compliance with the City's access management standards. With regard to the southernmost driveway on Riverside Drive, depending on the type of building and the uses proposed, some limited access, such as a right -out may be acceptable to support a ground level commercial use on this corner. If, however, a 100% residential building is proposed, then access should be restricted to the westernmost Myrtle Avenue driveway and all access points to Riverside Drive should be closed. Regardless of the type of project proposed, negotiation of a shared cross access easement between adjacent properties along this frontage may also provide good options for safe traffic circulation for all modes of transportation. Further traffic analysis will need to be conducted at the time a project is proposed to determine whether a driveway is appropriate on Riverside Drive and, if allowed, its design and location should be in accordance with the City's access management standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of REZ17-00005 a proposal to rezone approximately 0.6 acres of property at 513 S. Riverside Drive from Community Commercial (CC -2) Zone to Riverfront Crossings -West Riverfront (RFC -WR) Zone, subject to a conditional zoning agreement requiring dedication of land along the Riverside Drive frontage to widen the pedestrian area within the public right-of-way to a minimum of 20 feet measured between the inside of the street curb and the new front property line, and closure of driveways consistent with the City's access management standards. These conditions should be satisfied coincident with the City's street improvement project or prior to issuance of a permit for any improvements to the subject property, whichever occurs first. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Location Map % Approved by: _-7A-IA -IA John Yapp, Development Services Coordinator Department of Neighborhood and Development Services Page 6 of 6 i A rezoning application submitted by 513 Riverside, LLC ll to rezone property at 513 S. Riverside Drive from r • i '� Community Commercial (CC -2) to to i ..r' Riverfront Crossings -West Rivefront Subdistrict (RFC -WR) ti CITY OF IOWA CI' w'PRENTISS�SV* " • 40 wr Arl'i�!ptt low I A Planning and Zoning Commission May 18, 2017— Formal Meeting Page 2 of 6 Theobald asked if a translator will be present at the meeting when this item is discussed. Hektoen stated she believes the applicant is bringing a translator. Hensch moved to set a public hearing for June 1, 2017 on an application for a Comprehensive Plan amendment item CPA17-00005. Parsons seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0. REZONING ITEM IREZ17-000051: Discussion of an application submitted by 513 Riverside, LLC for a rezoning of approximately .62 -acres from Community Commercial (CC -2) zone to Riverfront Crossings -West Riverfront (RFC -WR) zone for property located at 513 S. Riverside Drive. Howard presented the Staff report and stated this property is located at the corner of Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue, which is at the very north edge of the Riverfront Crossings West Riverfront Zone. The property to the north is owned by The University of Iowa and they have not indicated their future use of the property. To the west are some high density multi -family properties and the other properties surrounding the area are zoned Community Commercial (CC -2). Howard explained that one of the goals of the Riverfront Crossings Plan for this area is to Improve conditions along Riverside Drive for pedestrians and to improve the aesthetics of the corridor, so when an upzoning to Riverfront Crossings zoning is requested, the City has been requesting additional property to widen the pedestrian area along street frontages. This particular property has a poor frontage condition. There is no sidewalk, and very little room between the travel lanes and the private property to even provide a safe sidewalk to support the new residential and commercial uses allowed by the proposed rezoning. The current zoning of Community Commercial (CC -2) is not compatible with the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan as it allows low -scale commercial development, limited housing above the commercial, and a very auto -oriented area. Therefore, with additional land to enhance the public area along the street to make it safe for future residents and customers, the change to Riverfront Crossings Zoning is the appropriate zoning for the area. With regards to the compatibility with the neighborhood, rezoning this property will bring the property closer to compliance with the future vision for the area. Howard stated the largest issue for this property is to make sure any new development has the kind of pedestrian facilities necessary to support It. Howard showed images from the Riverfront Crossings Streetscape Master Plan that was adopted last year. Riverside Drive is a State highway, there is no on - street parking, and it has higher speeds than a typical residential or commercial street in the downtown area. It is currently a four -lane arterial street with only about 60 feet of street right-of- way. The City is planning improvements to the corridor to construct a pedestrian tunnel through the railroad embankment located to the south of the property, extend a new sidewalk north to the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, and signalize the Myrtle/Riverside Drive intersection to improve pedestrian, bicycle, and traffic circulation in the area. Howard stated that as properties are rezoned along Riverside Drive, staff recommends requiring a dedication of land to improve conditions for pedestrians and to ensure that the streetscape and frontage area improvements required in the Riverfront Crossings form -based code can be achieved. The cross-section in the South Riverside Drive Streetscape Master Plan calls for a minimum of 20 feet between the street curb and the front property line. This pedestrian area would include a 6 -foot sidewalk, 6- Planning and Zoning Commission May 18, 2017—Formal Meeting Page 3 of 6 foot wide area for street trees, and 6 -foot wide area between the street curb and the trees for snow storage and utilities. The applicant has agreed to enter into a conditional zoning agreement to dedicate land along the frontage of the subject property to create a right-of-way that achieves the minimum requirements (the 20 feet) specified in the streetscape master plan and the improvements necessary for signalization of the intersection and also to reduce the number and location of driveways to be consistent with the City's access management standards. The applicant has agreed to close the driveways closest to the intersection that don't meet current access management standards. This should improve safety for pedestrian, bicyclists, and for drivers. Howard explained that it may also be necessary to close the other driveway on Riverside Drive, but depending on what the applicant chooses to do with the property (whether it is just commercial or mixed-use), that a right -out only driveway might work. Howard explained that the developer doesn't have a concept plan for the property at this time because the applicant is unsure whether the project will be solely a commercial building or a mixed use building. Since the form -based zoning standards in the Riverfront Crossings code will ensure that the building is built in a manner consistent with the goals for the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan and there is an imminent City project planned to improve conditions along Riverside Drive, In addition, the developer is supportive and will participate in helping to achieve a safer and more pleasant environment along the street to support future redevelopment. Therefore, staff is supportive of the rezoning. Staff recommends approval of REZ17-00005 a proposal to rezone approximately 0,6 acres of property at 513 S. Riverside Drive from Community Commercial (CC -2) Zone to Riverfront Crossings -West Riverfront (RFC -WR) Zone, subject to a conditional zoning agreement requiring dedication of land along the Riverside Drive frontage to widen the pedestrian area within the public right-of-way to a minimum of 20 feet measured between the street curb and the new front property line, and closure of driveways consistent with the City's access management standards. These conditions should be satisfied coincident with the City's street improvement project or prior to issuance of a permit for any improvements to the subject property, whichever occurs first. Hensch asked if there was an anticipated date or year when the street improvement project will be complete. Howard stated it is under design currently and is budgeted for 2018. The City is currently negotiating with the railroad for the pedestrian underpass. Freerks asked if negotiations are complete with the other property owners to the south closer to the railroad tracks so that the sidewalk improvements can be completed. Howard is unsure if what conversations have taken place so far. However both property owners were contacted by the City during the design of the Streetscape Master Plan. Hensch asked if this was as far north as the Riverfront Crossings Plan goes. Howard answered yes as everything to the north is University property. Signs stated he did have a conversation with the applicant several months ago when they first bought the property as he was expressing an interest in possibly doing some affordable housing there and Signs directed him to the appropriate staff to have those conversations. Freerks opened the public hearing. Planning and Zoning Commission May 18, 2017— Formal Meeting Page 4 of 6 Charlie Graves (13 Woodcrest Lane NE) stated he just closed on the property about three weeks ago. Kum & Go, the previous owner, was required to make sure it was a clean site as part of the purchase agreement and the DNR just gave clearance. Graves has been in conversations with the City and is aware of their planned improvements to the area and until he knows exactly where his boundaries area and the setbacks required he cannot design a project. They are imagining a commercial use or multi-use building for the property. Martin asked if they are also purchasing 517 Riverside Drive or what the overall plan for the area might be. Graves said there have been preliminary conversations with that property owner but the owner doesn't wish to sell and the tenant of that property just signed a multi-year long- term lease extension. Martin asked then if the entrance/exit to his property then would be on Myrtle Avenue and Graves confirmed that but said that they are exploring a right out only onto Riverside Drive as well. Parsons asked if the right-out only drive would directly abut the neighboring property or would a buffer be maintained between the properties. Graves noted there are some Department of Transportation requirements that a driveway be so many feet from a signal, so if there is a drive they would try to have it as far from the intersection as possible. They would do their best to maintain the buffer between properties. Hektoen noted that Riverside Drive is a State Highway so any access points will have to be approved by the Department of Transportation. Howard stated that additionally the City also has access management requirements and this will all have to be reviewed once a development plan is proposed. Graves added the timing on this project is such that it takes them about six months to a year to plan a project and get it designed. Therefore, it is imperative that they can get started so they can work in parallel with the City doing the street improvements. Freerks asked what the distance for building required would be from the RM-44 that is to the west. Howard said the setback would be 10 feet from the adjacent property. Freerks asked if there was any stepping required due to height. Howard stated that the stepping in the West Riverfront Crossings is required only where a property abuts a single family zone. Freerks noted her concern about not having a concept plan prior to approving this zoning change, but acknowledged that approval of the rezoning at this time would be beneficial to working together to achieve the necessary pedestrian improvements. Graves noted that to draw up a concept plan and present something to investors they have to be sure the footprint they are working with is correct, and in this case could not do so without knowing the zoning is approved and what the setbacks required will be. Freerks understands that for this case, but cautions that is not something the Commission will necessarily relax on in the future. Freerks closed the public hearing. Hensch moved to approve REZ17-00005 subject to the conditional zoning agreement as outlined in the Staff Report. Martin seconded the motion. Planning and Zoning Commission May 18, 2017—Formal Meeting Page 5 of 6 Hensch noted he feels it is a great step up to go to a Form -Based Code in this area as the current layout is extremely dangerous for pedestrians and vehicles. The applicant dedicating the land for the improvements is much appreciated and needed. Signs added that the lot has a steep hill behind it and the neighboring properties are much higher so if a future building is taller on this site, it will not look out of place or be a hindrance. Several others on the commission noted their agreement that the sloping site will help to mitigate concern about a taller building on the site. A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0. CONSIDERATION OF MEETING MINUTES: MAY 4.2017 Hensch moved to approve the meeting minutes of May 4, 2017. Theobald seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0. PLANNING AND ZONING INFORMATION: None. ADJOURNMENT: Martin moved to adjourn. Parsons seconded. A vote was taken and motion carried 6-0. Prepared by: Karen Howard, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-3565251 (REZ17-00005) ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE CONDITIONALLY REZONING APPROXIMATLEY 0.62 ACRES OF LAND FROM COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC -2) ZONE TO RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS — WEST RIVERFRONT (RFC -WR) ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT S. 513 RIVERSIDE DRIVE (REZ17-00005) WHEREAS, the applicant, 513 Riverside LLC, has requested a rezoning of property locally known as S. 513 Riverside Drive from Community Commercial (CC -2) zone to Riverfront Crossings — West Riverfront (RFC -WR) zone; and WHEREAS, the subject properties are located in the West iverfront subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings; and WHEREAS, the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan, an integral part of the Comprehensive Plan, sets forth goals and objectives for the West Riverfront ubdistrict, including the goals of improving conditions for pedestrians and bicyclists, tempering auto one ation, and enhancing the streetscape and overall aesthetics of the corridor in order to safely support re evelopment of properties for higher density residential living and pedestrian -oriented commercial uses; and WHEREAS, the zoning standards that apply in the est Riverfront zoning district encourage development that is of a scale and design to achieve the d ired development character described in the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan and will improve the qua ty of the neighborhood by reserving frontage areas along streets for pedestrians, and restricting the nd vehicular access to areas behind buildings, and require provision of affordabA,, ousing; and WHEREAS, Riverside Drives 2 substandard right -o way width that does not provide adequate space for a sidewalk and parkway buffwittrstreet trees to m t requirements in the Riverfront Crossings form - based zoning code; and WHEREAS, the requested ning Will allow a si ificant increase in the residential population in the area, which will increase the nefor affordpble housi g, and increase pedestrian and bicycle traffic along Riverside Drive and, therefore, ational pub' righto way to widen pedestrian areas along Riverside Drive and close driveways that do not et the City' acre management standards will be necessary as well as the provision of affordable housiptions; and WHEREAS, Iowa City Cod -2G-8 require hat, upon rezoning to RFC -WR, the owner must enter into an agreement with the Cistablishing ho the owner will provide affordable housing when the property is redeveloped; and WHEREAS, the Planning Zoning Co miss n has the reviewed the proposed rezoning and determined that it complies with Compreh sive PI provided that it meets conditions addressing the need for the dedication of land ng the Riv rside Drive frontage to widen the pedestrian area within the rightof-way to a minimum of feet in idth, closure of driveways according to the City's access management standards, and proion of a rdable housing; dWHEREAS, Iowa Code §45 (20 ) provides that th City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezonireq st, over and above ex ting regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requestedn e; andWHEREAS, the owner andlicant have agreed that the pr erty shall be developed in accordance with the terms and conditions oe Conditional Zoning Agreement ttached hereto to ensurejppropriate development in this area of the city. o --i m NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITYYVF IV CT IOWA: ''-' SECTION I APPROVAL. Subject to the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached here-G�d in6ported herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designat{arrof fgpmmm Commercial (CC -2) Zone to Riverfront Crossings -West Riverfront (RFC -WR) Zone: cD IOWA CITY RYERSON'S AND SHARP'S SUBDIVISION LOT 1, COMMENCING ATTIRE SOWHWEST CORNER OF MYRTLE AVENUE AND RIVERSIDE DRIVE; SOUTH 157', THEN WEST 17p; THEN NORTH 160', THEN EAST 159' TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Ordinance No. Page 2 SECTION II. ZONING MAP. The building official is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of the ordinance as approved by law. SECTION III. CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT. The mayor is hereby authorized and directed to sign, and the City Clerk attest, the Conditional Zoning Agreement between the property owner(s) and the City, following passage and approval of this Ordinance. SECTION IV. CERTIFICATION AND RECORDING. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance, and record the same in the Office of the County Recorder, Johnson County, Iowa, at the Owner's expense, upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, as provided by law. SECTION V. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION VI. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstituti al. SECTION VII. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of 2017. MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK o o m Approved by n ]V v a 4 ,a N City Attorney's Office �r A m m 3 p� 3. to V o is N Prepared by: Karen Howard, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5251 (REZ16-00005) CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "City"), and 513 Riverside, LLC (referred to hereinafter as "Owners"). WHEREAS, Owners are the collective legal title holders of approximately 0.62 acres of property locally known as 513 S. Riverside Drive in Iowa City; and WHEREAS, the Owners have requested the rezoning of the subject properties from Community Commercial (CC -2) Zone to Riverfront Crossings — West Riverfront (RFC -WR); and WHEREAS, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting an applicant's rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and WHEREAS, Riverside Drive is currently an auto -oriented arterial street with high traffic volumes and higher speeds and little to no space within the public right-of-way for pedestrians and bicycles and with an exce ive number of driveway access points that further increase potential traffic conflicts between all m des of travel; and WHEREAS, the incre ed density of residential living and urb commercial intensity allowed with the RFC -WR zone eq will result in the need for an impro ed "public realm" along Riverside Drive, including improve streets with safer and more attractI areas for people to walk and bike; and WHEREAS, the requested r oning will allow a significa increase in the residential population in the area, which will incre a the pedestrian and bicy a traffic along Riverside Drive and, therefore, additional public right -of- ay to widen pedestria reas along Riverside Drive will be needed; and WHEREAS, certain conditions d restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property is consistent w the Comp hensive Plan, including the need for a safe, attractive, and comfortable environm t for res' ential living and improved streets that will encourage walking and biking and improve ing affic fety; and WHEREAS, the Planning and ZonCo i ion has determined that, with appropriate conditions to ensure improved pedestrian and ycle safety and comfort and to provide for safe traffic circulation upon redevelopment, a requested zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, the high percentage o housin cost -burdened households is the most common housing problem within the City o owa City, a d one of the primary areas where people face housing affordability challenges is n r the Universit campus and the City's urban core; and, WHEREAS, the Riverfront Cro ings District is w I -situated to support a mix of housing due to its close proximity to downto Iowa City and the niversity of Iowa campus, its existing and planned mix of uses, convenie access to public transit nd municipal parking facilities; and WHEREAS, the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code is intended to encourage a walkable, pedestrian -friendly area where residents can work, ive and play, and will increase the need for housing that is affordable to the workforce; and WHEREAS, the rezoning to RFC -WR will allow reside tial development at density not previously permitted; and, -- H2 WHEREAS, the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code requires that`siRenezon to a riverfront crossings zoning designation, the property owner must enter into AR agrasmer>LWth the city to establish which method or methods the Developer will use to pr de b regmted affordable housing. rn m p. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained i in,l1e p06s N 1 of 4 agree as follows: Owners are the collective the legal title holders of the property legally described as follows: IOWA CITY RYERSON'S AND SHARP'S SUBDIVISION LOT 1, COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MYRTLE AVENUE AND RIVERSIDE DRIVE; SOUTH 157', THEN WEST 178'; THEN NORTH 160', THEN EAST 159' TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. 2. The Owners acknowledge that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the principles of the Comprehensive Plan, including the West Riverfront Subdistrict of the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan, and the Owners intend to comply therewith. Further, the parties acknowledge that Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above the existing regulations, in order to satisfy public nads caused by the requested change. 3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owners agree that development of the bject property will conform to all requirements of the zoning chapter, as well as the Ilowing conditions: a. Prior to issuance any permit for any impr vements to the subject property or coincident with the ty's street improveme project, whichever occurs first, land shall be dedicated to a City along River de Drive to improve conditions along the street necessary f the increase in pedestrians and bicyclists anticipated with the rezoning acco ing to the als and objectives of the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. T ROW de cation shall result in a minimum 20 foot wide pedestrian area be an the in/ front property line and the planned curbline along the Riverside rive f ontage, including at the corner of Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue; b. Prior to issuance of any permit o any improvements to the subject property or coincident with the City's stre imp ovement project, whichever occurs first, the two driveways closest to the mterse ion of Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue shall be closed and the a7cissen subsequ tly restored and improved for pedestrian use. In addition, prior touance of y permit for any improvements to the subject property or coit with th City's street improvement project, whichever occurs first the southernmo driveway on the Riverside Drive frontage shall be a luated according t the City's access management standards as set fo in Article 14-5C of the ity Code of Iowa City, with the City reserving the right o close or move driveway ccess point, or reduce to a single directional drive uch as right -out only), in compliance with said standards; N c. Owners atisfy the affordable housing obligations imposed-pursuo to Iowa City Code of Ordinances 14-2G-8 through the provision oi✓-s o occupied well units, on-site rental dwelling units, and/or thapayment of in lieu the remaining dwelling units not provided on-site or as�btlfer e agleed to between Owner and the City in an affordable housing agreeMpt en ered prior to issuance of a building permit for development of any potiklofjqe abripip described property. ,D r N 2of4 4. The conditions contained herein are reasonable conditions to impose on the land under Iowa Code §414.5 (2017), and that said conditions satisfy public needs that are caused by the requested zoning change. 5. In the event the subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all development will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement. 6. This Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a ( land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force and title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of 7. This agreement shall) assigns of the parties. S. Nothing in this Applicant from to the benefit of and bind all ant running with the t as a covenant with City. , representatives, and Zoning Agreement shall be co strued to relieve the Owner or rith all other applicable local, tate, and federal regulations. 9. This Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be incorporated by reference into the ordinance rezoning the subject property, and that upon adoption and publication of the ordinance, this agreement shall be recorded in the. -Johnson County Recorder's Office at the Owners' expense. Dated this day of 017. CITY OF IOWA CITY OWNERS James Throgmorton, Mayor : 513 Riverside, LLC Attest: Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk N c m C> l D-1 A - Approved by: �� N r— CityAttorney'sOffice �� Q n F, CITY OF IOWA CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: N STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) 3 of 4 This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 2017 by James Throgmorton and Julie Voparil as Mayor and Deputy City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Iowa City. Notary Public in and for the (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) My commission ex/ res RIVERSIDE, LLC STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) / This instrument was acknowledged before on as (type of authority, such as officer or tree) of LLC. of Iowa 2017 by Notary Publi `in and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Seal Title (and Rank) My commission expires: 4 of 4 m Rezoning Item REZ17-00005 Discussion of an application submitted by 513 Riverside, LLC for a rezoning of approximately .62 -acres from Community Commercial (CC -2) zone to Riverfront Crossings -West Riverfront (RFC -WR) zone for property located at 513 S. Riverside Drive. op rn w e � y +, CT1 CJ1 1 e 4 M ... • �. uA r el� 11 YZ v 1_y ,• "''}. 690 'i t �• 6 Y� P Im m e � y +, CT1 CJ1 1 e 4 M ... • �. uA r el� 11 YZ v 1_y ,• "''}. 690 'i t �• 6 Y� P RR d 4� a s % • m i n PEIXAN.IFVE LY M 'YIIJih ' %-AhI5E9 RAnIEA 4 An 6'l lc ucx orwav aw! r `I 5c .fir CITY OF IOWA CITY -It-E� MEMORANDUM Date: March 15, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 715 W. Park Road as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00011) Background: After discussion with the owner, Donald Black, the Historic Preservation Commission has requested that the property at 715 West Park Road, the Dr. Alfred Byfield House, be designated as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. This property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as of March 2017. The enclosed Site Inventory form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 715 W. Park Road. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. 715 West Park Road was built in 1917 in the American Tudor Revival style with elements of the English Arts -and -Crafts Style. Its original owner, Dr. Albert Henry Byfield was the founding Department Chair of the Pediatrics Department in the University of Iowa College of Medicine. The home was designed by a professor with the State University of Iowa Department of Engineering, Stuart Hobbs Sims. The home is significant as a well-preserved example of the blending of Tudor Revival and English Arts -and -Crafts architecture, as well as part of the first wave of building in the Manville Heights neighborhood. Landmark designation for 715 W. Park Road, a property in a Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-2B-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. This property is located within the Northwest Planning District, for which no specific district plan has been completed. However, IC2030: The Comprehensive Plan Update includes goals that broadly support the preservation of Iowa City's historic resources. One of the Comprehensive Plan's housing goals is to "preserve the integrity of existing neighborhoods and the historic nature of older neighborhoods." The Comprehensive Plan also supports the implementation of Iowa City's Historic Preservation Plan. The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 2 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning March 8, 2018 Page 2 for the property at 715 Park Road achieves this goal by seeking local landmark designation for a property that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Goa/ 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. The subject property is located within the Manville Heights neighborhood, which is discussed under this goal. The Historic Preservation Plan discusses the history of this neighborhood as an early streetcar and automobile suburb whose residents included University professors, University of Iowa Hospital physicians and employees, and local merchants and professionals. As part of the first wave of building in this neighborhood, historic landmark designation of this property would support the goal of preserving historic neighborhoods. In Staff's opinion, preservation of 715 Park Road would be a step toward the preservation of the Historic Manville Heights Neighborhood. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00011, an application to designate 715 West Park Road as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to RS -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS- 5/OHP). Attachments 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved by:— Tracy Hightsho , Directbr Department of�Ieighborhood and Development Services 715 W Park Road 0 0.01 0.02 0.04 Miloc 1 I i I Prepared By: Sylvia Bochner Date Prepared: December 2017 IN t$j a Pic V IT • Tf + f' Ste^ ,,??(( 10 !. 1, _ i' yw.,1►- �sr f�`. w An application submitted by the �of feet .. ' .�.'�r err•. - • propertylocated at 715 W Park Dr. Albert Henry Byfield House 715 West Park Road Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in March 2017, the Dr. Albert Henry Byfield House was built in 1917 in a style that is an American Tudor Revival with elements of English Arts -and -Crafts. Dr. Byfield was the founding chair of the Pediatrics Department in the University of Iowa College of Medicine. This house was part of the first wave of building in the Manville Heights neighborhood developed by Bert Manville. In a practice that was not rare in Iowa City, an engineering professor with the State University of Iowa Department of Engineering, Stuart Hobbs Sims, was employed as the designer. With this property it appears possible to trace Sims's inspiration to a similar house in Biddenham, England, which appeared in a plan book in 1912 that Sims is believed to have consulted. The house is locally significant as a well-preserved, large-scale example of the blending of Tudor Revival and English Arts -and -Crafts architectural styles and for its association with prominent local citizens. Or. Albert Henry Byfield House, 715 West Park Road; Front porch close-up looking southwest ARE Ild Dr. Albert Henry Byfield House, 715 West Park Road; North facade, garage wing, looking southeast Dr. Albert Henry Byfield House, 715 West Park Road; North facade main house, looking southeast ,Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52-04880 ® New ❑ Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (January 28. 1997) Relationship: ❑ Contributing C] Noncontributing ❑ Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply) ❑ Listed ❑ De -listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE Review & Compliance No. ❑ Non -Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Beifield-Albright House other names/site number 2. Location street & number 715 Park Road city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, County Johnson Legal Description: (If Rural)Township: Name o. Range No. Section Quarter o carter (if Urban) Subdivision Manville Addition Block(s) 3 Lot(s) see fu11 legal description 3. StatefFederal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certificatl�kip Otis Section] S. Classification ategory of Property(Chedc only one box) ILK�JI building() Number o We -sources within Property (Do not include previously listed resources) Contributing Noncontributing district I buildings ❑ site sites ❑ structure structures ❑ object objects 1 Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter "NIA" 8 the property is not part of a multiple property examination). title HistoncaUArc0eclural Data Base Number Manville Heights Neighborhood Survey 52-078 S. Function or Use Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) OIA03 DOMESTIC/single dwelline/roidence w/ attached garage OIC05 DOMESTIC/secondary stmctnmlearme 01 A03 DOMESTIC/single dwellinjiLmidence w/ attached 90mee 01 COS DOMESTIC/secondary strucmre/earaee 7. Description Arcinitectural Classification (Enter categories from Instructions) Materials (Enter categories from Instructions) 06D LATE 196 & 20" C. REVNALS/rudor Rcvival foundation IO CONCRETE walls 06 STUCCO; 03 BRICK roof 16 CLAY TILE other Narrative Description (IR SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) pucaole National lcegister cntena (Marx x in one or more Yes M No ❑ More Research Recommended A YesNo [IMore Research Recommended B Yes No C] More Research Recommended C Yes No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property Is associated with significant events. Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. ❑ B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 CIC A birthplace or grave. years. ❑ D A cemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) Significant Dates Construction date 02 ARQUTECTURE ca. 1917 Other dates Significant Person ArchitectlBuilder (Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect Sims Smart Hobbs B 10. Geographic Data UTM Refinnces(OPTIONAL) 1 Zone Easting ❑ See continuation sheet fi for citations of the books, articles, and other sources Northing Zorn Eastfng Northing 4 name/title Marlys A. Svendsen organization Svendsen Tyler. Inc. for the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission date 112009 street & number N3834 Deep Lake Road telephone 715/469-3300 city or town state WI zip code 54870 1. Map showing the property s location in a town/city or township 2. Site plan showing posHron of burldmgs and structures in the nom rated area in relation to adjacent public road(s). 3. Photographs : representative blade and while photos. If the photos are taken as part of a survey for which the Society is to be curator of the negaWes or color slides, a photo/txtalog sheet needs [o be included with the negatives/sl des and the following needs to be provided below on this panicular Inventory sde: RolUslide sheet # 52-04880-01 rico 52-0488x17 Date Taken 10&12/08 and 5/09 RolUslide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Taken RolUslide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Taken See continuation sheet or attached photo 8 slide catalog sheat far tial of photo roll or slide emties. Photosfillustrations without neg��ives are also in this site invent file FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLWING AS WELL 1. Farmstead d Distrtot (List of structures and buildings, known or estimated year built, and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Barry: a. A sketch of the frameRmss configuration in the form of drawing a typical middle bent of the bam. b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one site. c. A sketch Floor mlan of the interim nm . arrnnnemeMc alra.n coah th. h�..Jo e,nea,.. w ..........:......:_ c.,.. This Is a locally designated property or part of a Comments: Evaluated by (nameMle): Date: Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs 'State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Site Number 52-04880 Belfield -Albright House Johnson Name of Property County in Iowa 7. Narrative Description This 2 -story single-family house was estimated to have been built in 1915 according to City Assessor records. Property transfer records show the property was transferred to A.H. Beifield (Byfield) in June 1916. On December 16, 1916, the architect for the house, Stuart Hobbs Sims, was identified in a newspaper account. Contractor was listed as Joseph David Long who was associated with his father M.L. Long in the contracting and carpentry business. J.D. Long's name has been identified on millwork in the house with the date noted as "1917." City directory listings do not show that a building was occupied in 1920 but listings along Park Road may not been included at that time. The first listing was in 1924 when the house was listed as occupied by A.H. Byfield (Beifield). According to research by the present owners, the house's designer was a UI engineering professor, Stuart Simms, who left Iowa City in ca. 1919. Other information corroborating a date for the house includes a newspaper account dated December 30, 1922, that notes that improvements had been made to the existing Beifield residence during 1922 by contractor C.M. Sulser suggesting that it was already completed sometime before then. An interpretation of these facts suggests that a construction date of ca. 1917 for the house is appropriate. This 2 -story house is an example of a blend of the Tudor Revival Style and Craftsman Style residential designs. According to the current owners, the design for the house completed by Stuart Hobbs Sims is based one in Biddenharn, England designed in the 1890s by Charles Mallows, an English designer and landscape architect who designed in the late 19' and early 201' century Arts and Crafts design tradition espoused by Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens (1869-1944) and the M.H. Baillie -Scott (1865-1945). The house was featured in a design book that presumably Sims used as a basis for the design. The Beifield-Albright House has a concrete foundation faced in red brick with brick laid in mining bond on the lower level and stucco cladding on the upper level. A course of header brick forms a narrow belt course between levels and cast stone is used for window sills and for lintels on lower level windows. Wood half-timbering is used in the stucco foundation, balustrades, and gable end of the 2 -level porch on the east fagade. The house has an asymmetrical design with an intersecting gabled roof on the main block clad in clay tile. The front fagade faces north with the west half of the fagade featuring a broad, moderate pitched front -gable that extends over the I -story wing at the west end. On the south fagade, the front -gable section does not have an extended slope. The roof has narrow eaves along the slopes and no eaves along the gabled ends. The 2 -story porch has a gable end facing Lexington Avenue. The lower level has four narrow brick piers evenly spaced across the front, a closed balustrade clad in stucco with brick edges between the piers, screen infill panels, and a screen door facing south Entrance openings are at each end of a cross -through hallway with the primary entrance facing north beneath a low copper -roofed eye -brow door hood supported by tall, paired brackets on each side. Two small 9 -light sash are to the right of the door hood and one 9 -light window to the left. Fenestration includes a variety of sizes of fixed and casement style multi -light sash. The window group to the left of the front entrance has four 18 -light vertical sash with a similar group flanked by single 18 -light sash to the right of the entrance. A pair of multi -light windows is further to the right beneath the extended gable roof slope. On the upper level, three 15 -light sash are grouped at the east end and four similar sash are grouped at the west end. A group of three short 9 -light sash, a single 9 -light sash and a tall 15 -light sash in the center section of the upper level. Windows on the south fagade include similarly configured sash with groups of three and four 18 -light and 15 -light taking advantage of the south orientation. The west end has a I -story wing connecting the main house to the attached garage. The L-shaped wing has a very low-pitched hipped or nearly flat roof along the south side with the balance of the wing (north half) tucked beneath the extended gable slope of the main block. The walls of the 1 -story wing have wood paneled balustrades with full -height 6/6 double -hung windows filling the upper sections of the walls. At the west end of the wing, a side -gabled twin -bay garage is attached. It has exposed rafter tails, beveled siding and replacement overhead doors with wood and glass panels. Alterations: 1998 garage addition. 8. Statement of Significance This is a well-preserved example of a blending of Tudor Revival Style and Craftsman Style elements in the tradition of late 196 and early 201' century English Arts and Crafts residences. It was built during the first wave of home building in the Manville Heights Neighborhood that preceded World War 1 and the construction of the University of Iowa Children's Hospital and General Hospital on the west side of the Iowa River between 1919 and 1928. Because the building retains its original design and form, it qualifies for the National Register individually under Criteria C. This house was likely constructed in 1916-1917 based on information contained in property transfer records, newspaper accounts, city directories, and information provided by the present owner. Newspaper accounts identify construction of a modem home of 12 rooms to be "thoroughly modern" for Dr. A.H. Beifield in 1916. It would be one of the larger residences built during 1916. The 12 -room house was to be built for $12,000 and was described in newspaper reports as "English style of architecture." The first floor brick finish was described as "matted brick," the roof as "German tile," and the interior as "old Colonial style." Interior finishes included white enamel woodwork, quarter -oak floors, and four fire places. (Iowa City Daily Press, 12/13/1916, p. 2) The address for this house was first listed in city directories in 1924 with A.H. Byfield (Beifield) as the owner. Beifield was a physician and professor of pediatrics at the UI Medical School at the time and had likely been residing here since shortly after the new State University of Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Page 2 Site Number 52-04880 Beifield-Albright House Johnson Name of Property County in Iowa Iowa Children's Hospital was completed in 1919. According to research completed by current owner, Donald W. Black, the house was designed by Stuart Hobbs Sims who was employed by the UI engineering department at the time. Sims' design was based on an Arts and Crafts design of English designer and landscape architect, Charles Edward Mallows (1864-1915). A biographical note from James S. Curl's A Dictionary ojArchirecrure and Landscape Architecture (2000) describes Mallows as an "English Arts -and -Crabs architect practicing from 1892 in Bedford. A gifted draughtsman, he produced many architectural perspectives, and in 1898 he took George H. Grocock (fl. 1892-1904) into partnership. His finest work was for houses and gardens, including Three Gables, King's Comer, and White Cottage, all at Biddenham, Bedford (1899-1900), and Tirley Garth, Tarporley, Ches. (1907)." (available online at: http://www.encyclopedia. com/doc/101-MallowsCharlesEdward.html; accessed 12/29/2009). Little else is known about Sims' career. He was bom in Montana and left the UI engineering department in 1921 for a position at Oregon State University. The practice of using UI engineering faculty to design buildings, bridges, dams, water systems, etc. appears to have been a common one. For example, two engineers who laid out the Chautauqua Heights Addition adjacent to the Manville Addition were UI engineering faculty. By1926, the address was listed in city directories with George and Anna (Close) Albright as occupants. George Albright was a physician in private practice, who specialized in the treatment of the eye, ear and nose problems. Two Albright children resided at home for a time as adults. Edwin Albright was a student at UI in the early 1930s and Harriet Albright was a student during World War H. She continued to reside there after the war and when her father died in the late 1950s, she stayed on with her widowed mother. By 1964, city directories show the house occupied by Robert aad Jane Anderson. Robert was the manager of the Congress Inn and Pancake House located along U.S. Highway 6. By 1971, Robert was affiliated with Anderson Distributing headquartered in Marshalltown. In 1974 the house passed to James C. Noel Brown and his wife Monica. James was a physician in private practice in Iowa City. 9. Maior Bibliographic References Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. Sanborn maps, 1933, and 1933, updated to 1970. Iowa City city directories, various, ca. 1915 through 1970. Curt, James S. A Dictionary ojArchitecture and Landscape Architecture (2000); available online at: htip://www.encyclopedia. com/doc/101-MallowsCharlesEdward.html; accessed 12/29/1009, Interviews, various by email with Donald Black, owner, 715 Park Road, September and December, 2009. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 7 of 24 a Commission and community the goal is to provide positive living environments and he feels the conservation of the slopes and wooded area will help outweigh some of the other negatives of the area. Theobald noted she lives about a mile away from the subject property and can hear the highway traffic all night at her house. She is very concerned about noise buffering and fumes from the highway are putting future residents in an unhealthy environment. Freerks agreed, the 2030 Plan was adopted for a reason and it states that concerns are noise and fume buffers so she cannot just ignore that. A vote was taken and the motion to defer was carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00002): Discussion of an application submitted by Ross Nusser for a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM- 12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Miklo stated the applicant has asked for a deferral until April Freerks opened the public hearing. Seeing no one, Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to defer item REZ18-00002 an application submitted by Ross Nusser for a rezoning of approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RM-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM - 12) zone for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. Parsons seconded. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. —.I REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00011): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 715 West Park Road as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo began by stating the next seven items are nominations Historic Preservation Overlay zoning to designate properties as historic landmarks. Before the Commission discusses each specific property Miklo made a few comments that pertain to them as a group for the Commission to keep in mind. He will then speak to each property individually as they move through the agenda. As noted the City's Comprehensive Plan is a guide to development of the City. The Commission works with it on a regular basis to help shape the form of new development as the community grows. Additionally the plan also supports conservation of natural areas and Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 8 of 24 neighborhoods. The Comprehensive Plan also includes a Historic Preservation component that calls for the identification of historic buildings and neighborhoods that are important to the City's past. The Historic Preservation Commission does this work by studying buildings and gathering information about their history. Once historic buildings are identified the Plan calls for protecting them through the zoning code (land mark designation) and offering incentives to help preserve them for the long-term. The first step in the formal process is Public hearing before the Historic Preservation Commission. If the Historic Preservation Commission determines that a property meets the criteria for historic designation it forwards a proposal to the Planning and Zoning Commission for consideration of a Historic District or Historic Landmark Overlay Zone. The Planning and Zoning Commission is charged with reviewing proposed landmarks based on the relationship to the goals of the City's Comprehensive Plan. The Planning and Zoning Commission is not being asked whether a building qualifies as being historic or not - that is the task of the Historic Preservation Commission. The Planning and Zoning Commission is being asked if the preservation of a proposed landmark complies with the broad as well as specific goals of the Comprehensive Plan. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council which will have final say regarding designation. Once a property is designated changes to the exterior of the property that require a building permit must be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission or their staff for compliance with the Historic Preservation Guidelines before the permit can be issued. Changes to the interior of a historic building are not reviewed. Routine maintenance such as painting does not require a permit and therefore does not require review. Many permits are reviewed administratively by the Historic Preservation Commission's staff. Significant changes such as additions or removal of historic parts of a building require full Historic Preservation Commission review. The Historic Preservation Designation does not regulate the use of the property. The underlying zoning still controls the use. Commercially zoned properties may continue being used for commercial activity. Multi-family zoned property may continue to be used for apartments. The designation does not require the property owner to take any action on the property other than maintaining it in good condition — which is a requirement any property in town. Designation as a historic landmark does provides some financial benefits. The Board of Adjustment may reduce some zoning standards, such as parking requirements to encourage the continued use of historic properties. There are also financial incentive such as grants and no-interest loans, and tax credits that may be used for repair designated properties. Miklo then began discussion on 715 W. Park Road which is located in Manville Heights Neighborhood in the Northwest Planning District, however it is one of two districts that does not have a specific plan and therefore the general Comprehensive Plan applies. It is zoned Low Density Single Family and is used for single family use. It was built for Dr. Bayfield in 1917 — Ginalie Swaim, Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission will provide you with more details about its history and architecture. The Comprehensive Plan indicates that it the surrounding neighborhood should continue as single family residential. The preservation plan element of the Comprehensive Plan called for a study of the historic properties in the Manville Heights Neighborhood. That study was completed several years ago and this is one of the properties identified as being eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. It has since been listed on the National Register. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 9 of 24 Staff finds that the landmark designation of the property complies with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan for the continued residential use of the property and for preservation of historic elements of Manville Heights and therefore recommends approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) stated the home was built in 1917 as part of the first wave of home built in Manville Heights which is one of the most cherished neighborhoods in Iowa City today developed by Bart Manville. The house is historically significant for its association with prominent citizens. It was built for Albert Henry Bayfield who was the founding chair of Pediatrics Department at The University of Iowa College of Medicine and it was design by a University of Iowa Engineering professor Stuart Hobbs Sims Swaim stated this is a theme seen in Manville Heights, association of the houses with The University of Iowa faculty or staff. There is a rich history there and this house is an example of that. Swain continued by noting this house is also significant for its architecture, it is a large scale, well -cared for and well -loved example that blends Tudor Revival and English Arts -and - Crafts, not a style seen in Iowa City very often. With this property it appears possible to trace Sims's inspiration to a similar house in Biddenham, England, which appeared in a plan book in 1912 that Sims is believed to have consulted. Freerks closed the public hearing Parsons moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00011, an application to designate 715 West Park Road as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to RS -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS- 5/0HP). Signs seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00010): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 1029 North Dodge Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. This property, built in 1893 is located in the Shimek Neighborhood of the North Planning District. This neighborhood was once known as "Tank Town" since there was a water tower there. It is zoned Medium Density Single Family. The North District Plan identifies this general area as appropriate for continued single family use. The plan also calls for identification and protection of historic properties and neighborhoods. Staff finds that designation of 1029 N. Dodge Street as a landmark will helpful these goals and recommends approval. Freerks opened the public hearing HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 16 of 19 Bristow said that the owner could not attend tonight's meeting. She said he contacted her, and she believes he will come to other meetings and voice his opinion. Bristow said the owner did tell her that the local landmark designation goes right along with how he feels about the property. Bristow said the ownership began with a family named Shay, who started to build the house but could not finish. She stated that the Parrott family owned another house, and they traded with Mr. Shay and took over this property and finished building the house. Bristow said she does not know if that is why it has a transitional style, but that ownership transfer did occur. Bristow said that the house was in the Parrott family for a very long time. She said that research shows that it was perhaps a rental for a while, with a series of tenants. Bristow said the current owner told her that his aunt and uncle bought the house after World War II, and he later bought it from them. She said that except for a short period of time, since the house was built, it has really been owned by two families. Bristow said that one of the Parrott family members was the Superintendent of Oakland Cemetery. Swaim opened the public hearing. Swaim closed the public hearing. MOTION: Agran moved to approve the designation of 1029 North Dodge Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, and e. Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0 (Clore. DeGraw, Kuenzli, and Wagner absent). 715 West Park Road. Swaim said that the Commission looked at this house for the National Register and is fairly familiar with its history. Bristow said the Commission reviewed this house in September of 2016, and it became listed on the National Register in March of 2017. She said that the owner would like to have it locally landmarked. Bristow said the property meets criteria A, B, D, and E, for reasons of architecture and significant owners in the past. Swaim opened the public hearing. Swaim closed the public hearing. MOTION: Agran moved to approve the designation of 715 West Park Road as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, d, and e. Builta seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0 (Clore, DeGraw, Kuenzli, and Wagner absent). Swaim stated that these items will be moving on to the Planning and Zoning Commission, most likely in January. She thanked members of the public for their attendance and comments. REPORTS ON CERTIFICATES ISSUED BY CHAIR AND STAFF: Certificate of No Material Effect - Chair and Staff Review. 823 Bowery Street. From: Kerber, Linda K <linda-kerber@uiowa.edu> Sent: Friday, March 16, 2018 12:48 AM To: Bob Miklo; Black, Donald W Subject: 715 Park Road Dear Bob Miklo, I am sorry to have missed the deadline [but just barely!] I want to register my strong support for the Historical Preservation Overlay for the remarkable house that Don Black and John Chadima so carefully restored. It is a gem, and we are lucky to be living near it. Linda K. Kerber 425 Lexington Ave Iowa City 52246 home: 319-351-8446 From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: PlanningZoning Public Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place sC- Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00011) APR - 5 201a Ordinance No. City Clerk Iowa City, Iowa Ordinance rezoning property located at 715 Park Road from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to RS -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -5 / OHP) zone. (REZ18-00011) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 715 West Park Road from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to Low Den 'ty Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -5 / OHP); and WhereXs, this structure was built in 1917 in the American Tudor Revival style with elements of the English rts-and-Crafts style and is associated wit Dr. Albert Henry Byfield, the founding Department C it of the Pediatrics Department in the Uni ersity of Iowa College of Medicine; and Whereas, thl building was listed on the National Rji5gister of Historic Places in March 2017; and Whereas, Goal ?, for identification of re individual buildings as Whereas, the Hi the Historic Preservation urces significant to Iowa �kdmarks: and Preservation Co Landmark designation, has ound that it m, association with a significant to City resident Whereas, the Planning an Zoning C( Landmark designation rezoning, s found preserving historic neighborhoods; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City C Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. current zoning designation of Low Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Pr o ponent of the Comprehensive Plan calls C y's past with the objective of designating ,sion has reviewed the proposed Historic the criteria for landmark designation in its its distinctive architecture; and ssion has reviewed the proposed Historic it meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: ty described below is hereby reclassified from its Family Residential (RS -5) zone to Low Density tion Overlay (RS -5 / OHP) zone: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Vlock 3, in Manville Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded Plat thereof, thence W st along the North line of said Block 3 to the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated) 325.5 eat, thence South 190 feet along the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated), thence East feet, thence South 79 degrees 11 minutes East 92.2 feet, thence East 150 feet to the East I' a of said Block 3 to a poV which is 214 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Biock 3, hence North along the East line of said Block 3 to a point of beginning, together with an ease ent for right of way purposes upon, over, along, and across the concrete drive located as show on Plat of survey dated and recorded September 19, 1957, in Plat Book 4, page 382 in th records of the Recorder's office of Johnson County, Iowa, and subject to easement of recor for right of way upon, over, along and across said concrete drive located as shown on said PI of survey; provided however, that the following described property is excepted from this convey nce: Commencing at the NW corner of Block 3, in Manville Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, accor ng to the recorded Plat thereof; thence West along the North line of said Block 3 extended 25 feet to the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated); thence South approximately 190 feet along the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated) to an existing iron pin which lies 189. 08 feet S 0 degrees 00'00" of the aforedescribed point; thence East approximately 90.0 feet to an existing iron pin which lies 89.96 feet N 89 degrees 59'30" E of the aforedescribed point; thence on an approximate bearing S 79 degrees 11 'E, approximately 92.2 feet to an existing iron pin which lies 92.08 feet S 79 degrees 10'20" E of the aforedescribed point; thence Ordinance No. Page 2 Northwesterly along a curve concave Northeasterly identified by the West edge of an existing concrete drive to an iron pin which lies 73.05 feet N 56 degrees 09'55" W of the aforedescribed point; thence N 21 degrees 21 '05" W, 75.79 feet to an iron pipe; thence N 0 degrees 00'00", 97.44 feet to an iron pipe; thence S 88 degrees 38'10" W, along the North line of said Block 3, 67.20 feet to the point of beginning. Section II. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and a proval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby aut razed and directed to certify a copy oft s ordinance and to record the same, at the office of thleeOpunty Recorder of Johnson County, IqlWa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All o inan this Ordinance are hereby repeale . Section V. Severability. If any s be invalid or unconstitutional, such a whole or any section, provision or part Section VI. Effective Date. This publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this Attest: City Clerk Mayor and parts of ordinance); in conflict with the provisions of provision or part of Jilhe Ordinance shall be adjudged to ation shall not affe t the validity of the Ordinance as a :of not adjudged iVvalid or unconstitutional. ince shall be in elect after its final passage, approval and day of 20_ City Attot�iey's Office FILE® APR - 5 2018 City Clerk va City, Iowa Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City (REZ18-00011) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 715 Density Singe Family Residential (RS -5) to Preservation qverlay (RS -5 / OHP) zone. (RF21 Whereas, the app cant, property located at 71 We Low Density Single Famil F Whereas, this structure the English Arts -and -Crafts Department Chair of the Pec the Historic Preservation Comrr ;t Park Road from Low Density esidential with a Historic Prese ✓as built in 1917 in the Ameri le and is associated with r iat ' Department in the UnViers Whereas, this building was "T on the National r gist and N O IV2240;239-356-5240 n C-)� r 0 I ion, has requested a rezoning of Ingle Family Residential (RS -5) to ition Overlay (RS -5 / OHP); and Tudor Revival style with elements of Albert Henry Byfield, the founding ty of Iowa College of Medicine; and ;r of Historic Places in March 2017; Whereas, the Comprehensive n encourages/the preservation of historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development and Whereas, the Historic Preservation G Landmark designation, has found that fl, n association with a significant Iowa City resideK Whereas, the Planning and Zoning C Landmark designation rezoning, has found preserving historic neighborhoods; Psion has reviewed the proposed Historic the criteria for landmark designation in its its distinctive architecture; and ssion has reviewed the proposed Historic it meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City ncil of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. froperty de? pribed below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) zone to Low Density Single Family Residentia/nce: th a Historic reservation Ove�ay (RS -5 / OHP) zone: Commencing at the Norst comer Block 3, in Manville Aldition to Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded Plat thef, thence est along the North line -of said Block 3 to the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vted) 325 feet, thence South 190 feet along the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated), ce Eas 90 feet, thence South 79 degrees 11 minutes East 92.2 feet, thence East 150 feet he Eas line of said Block 3 to a point which is 214 feet South of the Northeast comer of salock ,thence North along the East line of said Block 3 to a point of beginning, together witheas ant for right of way purposes upon, over, along, and across the concrete drive located sho on Plat of survey dated and recorded Sptember 19, 1957, in Plat Book 4, page 38th records of the Recorders office of Johnso .County, Iowa, and subject to easement ofor for right of way upon, over, along and across'Vid concrete drive located as shown on saI t of survey; provided however, that the following described property is excepted from this wnce: Commencing at the NW comer of Block 3, in Manville Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, actng to the recorded Plat thereof; thence West along the North line of said Block 3 extendedfeet to the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated); thence South approximately 190 feet g the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated) to an existing iron pin which lies 189.08 feet Segrees 00'00" of the aforedescribed point; thence East approximately 90.0 feet to an existing ipin which lies 89.96 feet N 89 degrees 59'30" E of the aforedescribed point; thence on an approximate bearing S 79 degrees 11 'E, approximately 92.2 feet to an existing iron pin which lies 92.08 feet S 79 degrees 10'20" E of the aforedescribed point; thence Northwesterly along a curve concave Northeasterly identified by the West edge of an existing Ordinance No. Page 2 concrete drive to an iron pin which lies 73.05 feet N 56 degrees 09'55" W of the aforedescribed point; thence N 21 degrees 21 '05" W, 75.79 feet to an iron pipe; thence N 0 degrees 00'00", 97.44 feet to an iron pipe; thence S 88 degrees 38'10" W, along the North line of said Block 3, 67.20 feet to the point of beginning. Section II. Zoning Mao. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. Allo mances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repeale i Section V. Severability. If any section, p vision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such aditA tion shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part Section VI. Effective Date. This publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this Mayor Attest: City Clerk day of not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. e shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and 20_ Approved by: City Attorney's Office na 0 O n o a �M a = 0 0 Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ1 8-00011) Ordinance No Ordinance rezoning approximately 46,391 square feet of property from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to Low Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -5 / OHP) zone located at 715 West Park Road. (R9Z18-00011) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 715 West Park Road from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to Low Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -5 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was built in 1917 in the American.Tudor Revival style with elements of the English Arts -and -Crafts style and is associated with Dr. Albert Henry Byfield, the founding Department Chair of the Pediatrics Department in the University of Iowa College of Medicine; and Whereas, this building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in March 2017; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the( preservation of historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development; and Whereas, the Historic Preservation'. Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that it .. meets t)1e criteria for landmark designation in its association with a significant Iowa City resident and Vs distinctive architecture; and o Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Comm' Sion has reviewed the, -.T Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found tha it meets the Comprehel*0 P n goof preserving historic neighborhoods; >� - m Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Cou it of the City of Iowa City, lowa<rn a Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Pr party described below is hereby,_rgctasst'filed from is current zoning designation of Low Density ngle Family Residential (RS -5) nbi?to L$w Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Pr ervation Overlay (RS -5 / OHP) wee: -�:- N Commencing at the Northeast corner of BB1ock 3, in Manville Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded Plat thereof, thence West along the North line of said Block 3 to the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated) 325.5 f et, thence South 190 feet along the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated), thence East 99 feet, thence South 79 degrees 11 minutes East 92.2 feet, thence East 150 feet to the East li a of said Block 3 to a point which is 214 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Block 3, Phence North along the East line of said Block 3 to a point of beginning, together with an easem nt for right of way purposes upon, over, along, and across the concrete drive located as shown n Plat of survey dated and retrorded September 19, 1957, in Plat Book 4, page 382 in the r cords of the Recorder's office of Johnson County, Iowa, and subject to easement of record r right of way upon, over, along and across said concrete drive located as shown on said Plat f survey; provided however, that the following described property is excepted from this conveya ce: Commencing at the NW corner of Block 3, in Manville Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, accordi to the recorded Plat thereof; thence West along the North line of said Block 3 extended 25 feet to the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated); thence South approximately 190 feet alp the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated) to an existing iron pin which lies 189. 08 feet S 0 degrees 00'00" of the aforedescribed point; thence East approximately 90.0 feet to an existing iron pin which lies 89.96 feet N 89 degrees 59'30" E of the aforedescribed point; thence on an approximate bearing S 79 degrees 11 'E, approximately 92.2 feet to an existing iron pin which lies 92.08 feet S 79 degrees 10'20" E of the aforedescribed point; thence Ordinance No. Page 2 Northwesterly along a curve concave Northeasterly identified by the West edge of an existing concrete drive to an iron pin which lies 73.05 feet N 56 degrees 09'55" W of the aforedescribed point; thence N 21 degrees 21 '05" W, 75.79 feet to an iron pipe; thence N 0 degrees 00'00", 97.44 feet to an iron pipe; thence S 88 degrees 38'10" W, along the North line of said Block 3, 67.20 feet to the point of beginning. Section II. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authIR2ad and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and pa/11be rdinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provisiart of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication st affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof notged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance sin effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of ' 20. -- \ o m MW Mayor 4A Approve by: Gm a o� _ Attest: :::—:;xCity Clerk City ttorney's Office Por rV VC. ,A ,.0 z%1% 'i Kellie Fruehling From: Paula Brandt <paulaobrandt@gmail.com> Late Handouts Distributed Sent: Friday, April 13, 2018 3:17 PM To: Council Subject: Local Landmark Designations IJ I 1. ,' I{ =l (Date) I am writing in support of the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendations to extend landmark status to seven historic properties that are not located in Iowa City's historic districts. Six of these properties are located in the Northside neighborhood. As a former homeowner and resident of 22 years in what is now the Brown Street Historic District, I believe strongly that significant structures should be granted landmark status and protection. The HPC has done an excellent job of supporting why these properties are architecturally and historically important. These structures, aging beauties in remarkably good shape, all have stories to tell about their builders and residents, people who made Iowa City what it is. I understand the concerns of the owners (and fine stewards) of the Graf House at 319 E. Bloomington. Sadly, because of its location and the assumed intentions of the owners of the neighboring properties, the owners of the Graf House have legitimate issues that need to be addressed. But wouldn't it be nice if any future development would look at the Graf House as an asset and a centerpiece of redevelopment? Thank you for your careful consideration of landmarking these local treasures. Paula O. Brandt 67 White Oak PI Iowa City 52245 319-354-6948 Kellie Fruehling From: Sent: To: Subject: Dear Council Members, mbslonn@mchsi.com Sunday, April 15, 2018 7:06 PM Council Houses concerning Landmark Status S-c.SA�e.%-C�,J, �, i Late Handouts Distributed ,�+l idle (Date) About the six houses (I'm not knowledgeable about the 7th on Park Rd) that are up for consideration for Landmark status at this time... ...for the last couple of years I've been working with the Keyes -Ellis -Burford papers at SHSI-IC and have much of it compiled and laid out in a projected book called "What Was, What Remains." It's an attempt to trace homes that were documented and photographed earlier on, accompanied by my own recent photographs and notes that update those properties (with a few additional choices.) My hope is that the book will serve as a visual reference for future owners who are researching the original look of their home. I commend council for all they have done for supporting the goals of historic preservation. Much has been done. But the problem is that members, boards, energy levels, sudden financial opportunities and various other issues pop up unexpectedly and buildings have been lost. In my own investigation, I've seen splendid buildings that were demolished due to the encroachment of the University (including their current "take" on Clinton & Market) or for various gas stations, car lots, parking decks, etc. Unfortunately, some of these homes represented the top of their architectural form. It concerns me. I deeply regret the loss of beautiful buildings that are linked to our city's beginnings and the visions of our earliest residents. Those homes that have survived add greatly to the attractiveness and draw of the city. That said, I hope you will all strongly consider landmark protection for these six early, especially lovely buildings. I had meant to email a pdf of some pages that illustrate these six homes from "What Was, What Remains" in the attachment bar above but find that the file is too large for that so will drop off a disc at City Hall in the morning. I hope that you have the time to glance through the before -and -after photographs and a few from a similar period and style. Dating is slippery. Maybe some day there will be a process that will date the age of bricks! The book is still at its beginning stages with more research to come. Streets are arranged alphabetically. Again, thanks for all you do to preserve our city's architectural history, one we all can be proud of. Marybeth Slonneger A_}h U.--.—b--Home mrnalxmr� 111 F.Illnnmm��m INGIv Rawl M1e I Irvwin4 Mae 1966 Fmlaowenoa1, of bb homcmb",pmbane— unto ihcremc of Hernia R J rvWdl, an imW wiehm rnl,1-1119 house;Me H—h... % zm Mem by 1898. 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R4 097,w Rezoning Item REZ18-00010 Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 1029 North Dodge Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. 4� i Rezoning Item REZ18-00012 Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. w jl r W a5t F L Lp yy 4 a• 1. a Rezoning Item R EZ 18-00009 Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 213 East Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Owt Street Prepared By: SyMa Bochne Date Prepared: December i '�jklllgi �I� l divr ,:: An application submitted by the City of Iowa City for rezoning of 3,400 square feet of property located at 213 E. Market Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) zone to CB -5 Historic landmark (CB-5/OHD). ��.yyyaa� - �..rw.� �' "a'r-` r4���Pi _ _, Ir i JA � University of Iowa Special Collections Area Map Key: Proposed landmarks A Existing landmarks ❑ Portion of the Jefferson Street Historic District 0 Portion of the Northside Historic District Northside Marketplace Plan Rezoning Item REZ18-00006 Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 412 North Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Rezoning Item R EZ 18-00008 Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 319 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. a `r w, ■ Mom Afik LOLL At M appiicat n submitted by the City of Iowa City for rezoning of 9,150 square i feet of property located at 319 E. Bloomington Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) zone to CB -2 Historic Landmark (CB-2/OHD). rl a 0 Area Map Key: Proposed landmarks A Existing landmarks ❑ Portion of the Jefferson Street Historic District 0 Portion of the Northside Historic District Northside Marketplace Plan Rezoning Item REZ18-00007 Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 410-412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. q KAq�Aug '(d 4 o� PEWM s An application submitted by the City of Iowa City for rezoning of 12,000 square feet of property located at 410-412 N. Clinton Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) zone to RM -44 Historic landmark (RM-44/OHD). I - � s Wk. 4f V lie }Ys raa � k a t I 1 1 •' 'R. H,f t. ; a 'at ,y v .�,�t � e ! r �9 .. � h` �VC�iV��u'��•'�YY � �\ r d i \ "� 'u.Y 3'V i\.i.R nay. � ��U1 4rx _ 'gin �� �'x`-tla ',� �P r' a e�a��.1 • � - q � t I i� Y � sal �_- wuweiiiYyl -_---1 .®02 CITY OF IOWA CITY 045d18 MEMORANDUM Date: March 8, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 1029 North Dodge Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00010) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 1029 North Dodge Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. The house sits on a roughly quarter acre lot at the corner of North Dodge Street and Prairie du Chien Road. It was constructed in 1893 by the Parrott family and is a Queen Anne -style house with evidence of a transitional Colonial Revival Style. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 1029 North Dodge Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 1029 North Dodge Street as an.lowa City Historic Landmark. The house exhibits a high level of historic integrity. Landmark designation for 1029 North Dodge Street, a property in a Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-213-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1). the North District Plan and 2). the Historic Preservation Plan. The North District Plan identifies the housing goal of retaining the predominantly single-family residential character of existing neighborhoods. The Prairie du Chien and Dodge Street intersection has been rebuilt as discussed in the North District Plan (page 15). The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 2 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning for the property at 1029 North Dodge Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. March 8, 2018 Page 2 Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. Located in the Tank Town neighborhood of the eastern -most portion of the North Planning District, this property marks the edge of the historic residential neighborhood centered around the municipal water town that was located at 900 North Dodge in the early 1900s and North School located at 928 North Dodge. With the historic Hilltop Tavern building across Dodge Street the house is a significant landmark at the entry to the neighborhood. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — to work proactively to preserve historic neighborhoods and properties and the organic development of neighborhoods in the community. In staffs opinion, preservation of 1029 North Dodge Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area but would actively preserve this historic entry to the neighborhood. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00010, an application to designate 1029 North Dodge Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) to RS -8 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS-8/OHP). Attachments 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved b ��,C, Tracy Hights e, Director Department of Neighborhood and Development Services 1029 North Dodge Street fl (VIII; 001 0.0l' Vlil<s I i I i I 414 s Prepared By: Sylvia Bochner Date Prepared: December 2017 i a„ o An application submitted by the City of Iowa City for rezoning of 12,038.4 square feet of property located at 1029 North Dodge Street from Medium Density Single Family I Residential (RS -8) zone to RS -8 Historic i Landmark (RS-8/OHD). r' Parrott House 1029 North Dodge 1029 North Dodge, built in 1893, is a home exhibiting a transition from Queen Anne to the Colonial Revival style. The overall height and proportion of the house, use of ocular windows, and spindle details are elements of the Queen Anne. The side -gabled roof with a front gambrel and side porch are elements of a Victorian transitional style. The pedimented entry porch and arched brick openings with stone details are hallmarks of the Colonial Revival. The heavily corniced dormer window above the front porch and the large Palladian window in the adjacent gable are further elements of Colonial Revival style. The porch gable end is filled with decorative woodwork in a vining pattern, and more decorative woodwork accents an exterior wall space above the porch gable. Windows are spaced asymmetrically throughout, and while a few windows have been replaced or filled with brick, the openings have not been changed. The history of the house comes mostly from family oral tradition. Kenny Parrott, grandson of Charles and Magdalene Parrott, states that the house was constructed the same year as St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, which was 1893. The original owner, Shay, was unable to complete construction of the house and Parrott negotiated to trade his house on Kimball for 1029 North Dodge. From then until the mid-1960s, the house was owned by the Parrott family. A descendant, Charles F. "Polly" Parrott II, who moved into the house in the mid -1940s, after a series of tenants, was a superintendent of Oakland Cemetery from 1947 to 1964. The house is significant for its architectural character as a transition from Victorian styles to the Colonial Revival. L f, 1 oil,. � Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52-04145 ® New ❑ Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter Inventory no.) (January 28, 1497) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncontributing ❑ Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply) 110 De -listed [INHL ❑ DOE Review & Compliance No. Q Q O 9 a 2 0 5 7 ❑ Non -Extant (enter year) 1, Name of perty historic name Charles and Maedalaae Parrott House other names/site number 2. Location street & number 1029 Nath Dodw Street city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, courtly 3ohmon Legal Description: (If Rural) Township: Name No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter bast [.utas 79 6 3 _� (If Urban) Subdivision 8lockfst 1 M51) ea district site structure object Contributing Noncontributing not include previously listed resources) buildings sites strictures objects Total Name of related project report or multiple property shady (Enter'NIA• it the property is not pan of a multiple property examination) 7ZIe HetoricaVArdMech"I Deer Base Number Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Eraer categories from insbta:tions) categories from ktabt0:110") walls roof 01 Amlrh sttiadc other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) Applicable National Register criteria (mwk'Y in one m mora boxes for criteria that may qualify the property for National Register listing) ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. ❑ B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 ❑ C A birthplace or grave. years. ❑ D A cemetery Areas Of Significance (Eider categories from instructions) Significant Dates Cmmkucfion date 02 ARCl71TECTlJRE c. 1893 Oifw dates Significant Person (Complete a National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect/Builder Narrative Statement of Significants (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS. WHICH MUST BE See cominuaim shed for Gallons of the books, arliclai. and to Gsora0dc Daft unit Itelarerrop (OPnONAL) 1 2 zona Easang 3 NOMhrg See cortlnlallm a1raN far additional UT4t references or oommerds evaluated by Rehecea Canard prepared by 2.0110 Essting AktftV organization Tallmiss Historians L.C. date Man. 2ggg street & number 2118 S. Riverside Drive telephone (319) 354-6722 city or town Iowa City state Iowa_ zip code 52246 ADMIONAL DOCUMENTATON Res the taftiai rs Item wah vw eem~ forst) FOR ALL PROPERTIES 1. Map showing the property's location in a towNdty or township 2. Site plan showing position of buildings and structures in the nominated area in relation to adjacent pudic road(s). 3 Photografft : representative black and white pphhootos. If the photos are taken as part of a survey for which the Society is to be curator ofsurveyhe negatives or color a photo/catalog sheet needs to be included with the negatives/slides and the following needs to be provided below on flus pa ar raven ory site. Roll/slide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Taken RoiVrAde sheet # Framefslot # Date Taken Roli/slioe sheet # Frametslot # Date Taken See continuation sheet or attached photo & sada catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries. Photos/Ilusbations without negatives are also in this site invent ooryry file FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL 1. Farmstead & District (List of structures and buildings, (mown or estimated year bull, and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Barn: a. A sketch of the frame/truss configuration in the form of drawing atypical midde bent of the barn. b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one side. c. A sketch floor plan of the interior space arrangements along with the bam's exterior dimensions in feet State Historic Preservation Office (SHPOI the Oniv Bel6w This Line This is a locally designated property or part of a locally designated Comments: Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Charles and Magdalene Parrott House Johnson Name of Property county in Iowa 7. Narrative Description Site Number 52-04145 The Parrott House exhibits many fine architectural elements. It is a one-and-one-balf story building, irregular in plan, with a (mainly) cross -gabled roof. The asymmetrical front facade, which cannot be seen clearly because of mature trees, is visually balanced between a gambrel -roofed wing on the left and a two -bay, one-story open porch on the right, above which a small window dormer is cut into the roof of the house proper. The upper story of the front left wing is almost entirely filled with a large Palladian window above which is perched a row of three smaller windows. The porch gable end is filled with decorative woodwork in a vining pattern, and more decorative woodwork accents an exterior wall space above the porch gable. Windows are spaced asymmetrically throughout, and while a few windows have been replaced or filled with brick, the openings have not been changed. The east facade exemplifies window treatment, where the major openings have stone sills and decorative lintels or hood moldings achieved by brick patterning and faux keystones integrated into the brick of the exterior walls. An oculus window, also accented with a brick and faux -keystone surround, is located near the peak of the east gable end. The assessor's record states that exterior walls are of solid brick construction, but field inspection indicates they may actually be brick veneer. A stone watertable bands the house just above a rough -cut stone foundation with a full basement. A wood deck has been added to the west side of the house. While the house is not without alterations, they are comparatively minor and do not compromise its historic architectural integrity. 8. Statement of Significance The Parrott House is significant under National Register Criterion C as an excellent example of the Queen Anne style in Iowa City. In 1947, Edwin Ellis singled out this house for its pristine condition and Queen Anne styling, and its historic architectural integrity remains very good. The history of the Parrott House comes mostly from family oral tradition. Kenny Parrott, grandson of Charles and Magdalene Parrott, states that the house was constructed the same year as St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, which was 1893. The original owner(s), identified only by the last name of Shay (or Shea), reportedly ran out of money while the house was under construction, and Parrott negotiated to trade his house on Kimball St. for this residence. He lived here until his death in 1910, and his wife Magdalene continued to live here until about 1930, although city directories list a number of (unrelated?) occupants between 1911 and 1915. After Mrs. Parrott left (or died), their son, Charles F., rented the house for several years. John and Ruth Swaner (see Swaner Farms Dairy, 1107-1109 No. Dodge) ranted it for a brief time in the early 1930s, followed by several other tenants until the mid -1940s, when Charles F. moved into the house. Charles F. is remembered for his long-time public service as superintendent of Oakland Cemetery from 1947 until his retirement in 1964. 9 Maier Bibliographical References Field inspection December 29, 1999 and March 6, 2000. Iowa City Assessor records. Iowa City city directories, 1911-1956. Ellis, Edwin Chas. "Certain Stylistic Trends in Architecture in Iowa City." University of Iowa: M.A. Thesis, 1947 (p. 291). Parrott, Kenny. Interview with Linda St. Claire, March 2000. "Parrott Gave Cemetery Job `Extra Touch."' Iowa City Press -Citizen, 1 I January 1964. See accompanying project report. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 9 of 24 Staff finds that the landmark designation of the property complies with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan for the continued residential use of the property and for preservation of historic elements of Manville Heights and therefore recommends approval. Freerks opened the public hearing Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) stated the home was built in 1917 as part of the first wave of home built in Manville Heights which is one of the most cherished neighborhoods in Iowa City today developed by Bart Manville. The house is historically significant for its association with prominent citizens. It was built for Albert Henry Bayfield who was the founding chair of Pediatrics Department at The University of Iowa College of Medicine and it was design by a University of Iowa Engineering professor Stuart Hobbs Sims Swaim stated this is a theme seen in Manville Heights, association of the houses with The University of Iowa faculty or staff. There is a rich history there and this house is an example of that. Swain continued by noting this house is also significant for its architecture, it is a large scale, well -cared for and well -loved example that blends Tudor Revival and English Arts -and - Crafts, not a style seen in Iowa City very often. With this property it appears possible to trace Sims's inspiration to a similar house in Biddenham, England, which appeared in a plan book in 1912 that Sims is believed to have consulted. Freerks closed the public hearing. Parsons moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00011, an application to designate 715 West Park Road as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) to RS -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS- 5/OHP). Signs seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00010): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 1029 North Dodge Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. This property, built in 1893 is located in the Shimek Neighborhood of the North Planning District This neighborhood was once known as "Tank Town" since there was a water tower there. It is zoned Medium Density Single Family. The North District Plan identifies this general area as appropriate for continued single family use. The plan also calls for identification and protection of historic properties and neighborhoods. Staff finds that designation of 1029 N. Dodge Street as a landmark will helpful these goals and recommends approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 10 of 24 Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted this home is a true architectural gem that many admire while stopped at the intersection of Dodge and Governor Streets. It is significant for the City for its architectural style, it was built in 1893 and shows the transition between to major styles of architecture, the Queen Anne and Colonial Revival. The overall height and proportion of the house, use of ocular windows, and spindle details are elements of the Queen Anne. The heavily corniced dormer window above the front porch and the large Palladian window in the adjacent gable are elements of Colonial Revival style. Swaim added that the porch gable end filled with decorative woodwork in a vining pattern is particularly lovely. The house is located in the Shimek Neighborhood, as Miklo stated was once known at "Tank Town" which was a neighborhood of German and Bohemian immigrants. Thomas Agran (512 N Van Buren Street) serves on the Historic Preservation Commission as a representative of the Northside but is speaking as an individual this evening, his comments apply to this property specifically but could generally apply to all subsequent ones tonight as well. He thinks that spot zoning is not always ideal, but it was spot zoning that could have saved the workers cottages. There are glamourous houses of historical value and there are also things that have historic value that are not associated with the rich and famous, those cottages were referenced in the Comprehensive Plan as a critical asset to the community and anyone should recognize that this home and all the following homes would be recognized in the same way. Agran stated that the Northside, as being seen this spring, is ripe for development and investment and he feels tonight is an opportunity to prevent subsequent future tragedies and a combination of both spot zoning for these properties, or a Form -Based Code for the Northside would be a huge step forward in terms of sustaining the integrity of the neighborhood. Miklo noted that the proposals are for overlay zones which are not spot zoning, overlays are intended to preserve special properties with special characteristics whereas spot zoning is giving special rights to properties. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00010, an application to designate 1029 North Dodge Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) to RS -8 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8/01-1113). Martin seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. Signs agrees with remarks with some of the letters that this is house is a gem as a something to see as one enters Iowa City. Freerks also notes that often people feel there needs to be a mass of homes to have a historic area, but she feels it is important to have these individual homes acknowledged too. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-000121: HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 15 of 19 hopefully for historic properties that increase can be abated and delayed over a certain period of time and raised more gradually. Trimble said that is something for which they are lobbying the City. She said she hopes to see results on that and said that a lot of other Counties do this. Swaim closed the public hearing. Kuenzli said she admires the house and the landscape and thanked Larew for the wonderful job they have done with it. Karr said that he enjoyed hearing the additional history. MOTION: Baker moved to approve the designation of 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark, based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, and d. Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore. DeGraw. and Wagner absent). Bristow told Larew that she would be glad to hear more details about the history of the house. She said that if he wanted to lend her any of those photographs to scan, she would be glad to have them. Swaim agreed that any additional information would be very valuable to the Commission as it puts this together. ,,=j 1029 North Dodge Street Bristow showed the location map for this property on a large lot at the corner of North Dodge Street and Prairie du Chien Road. She said that the most interesting thing about this house is the architecture. Bristow stated that this is a really unique gem in Iowa City architectural history. Bristow said this house has a gambrel roof as well as some very Victorian details. She showed a very long gable roof on the side of the house. Bristow said this is an example of a Victorian moving into a colonial revival. She said that a lot of the colonial revivals started out as Dutch colonials, which the gambrel roof is a part of. Bristow showed the group of three windows in the front gable and said that it is a Palladian window combination. She said there are some classical details in the columns. Bristow showed the vining pattern that is seen in some gables around town. She said it is also a vining detail that relates to the colonial revival. Bristow said that there are other elements to the porch, but the long gable is also part of a colonial revival look, as is the interesting little dormer. Bristow said that what one is really looking at with this structure is something that is a very unique combination of a transition from a Victorian to a colonial revival. She said that it is very well intact and has been preserved very well. Bristow said it has a bit of an addition on the back that may have been some kind of an enclosed porch or a kitchen addition. She showed an area that may also have been an addition or may have been original. Bristow said that staff would be promoting this as a local landmark because of criteria A and B but also because of the fact that it is a good example of interesting architecture, criteria E, which is not seen in some of the other properties. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 16 of 19 Bristow said that the owner could not attend tonight's meeting. She said he contacted her, and she believes he will come to other meetings and voice his opinion. Bristow said the owner did tell her that the local landmark designation goes right along with how he feels about the property. Bristow said the ownership began with a family named Shay, who started to build the house but could not finish. She stated that the Parrott family owned another house, and they traded with Mr. Shay and took over this property and finished building the house. Bristow said she does nol know if that is why it has a transitional style, but that ownership transfer did occur. Bristow said that the house was in the Parrott family for a very long time. She said that research shows that it was perhaps a rental for a while, with a series of tenants. Bristow said the current owner told her that his aunt and uncle bought the house after World War II, and he later bought it from them. She said that except for a short period of time, since the house was built, it has really been owned by two families. Bristow said that one of the Parrott family members was the Superintendent of Oakland Cemetery. Swaim opened the public hearing. Swaim closed the public hearing. MOTION: Agran moved to approve the designation of 1029 North Dodge Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, and e. Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0 (Clore, DeGraw, Kuenzli, and Wagner absent). 715 West Park Road. Swaim said that the Commission looked at this house for the National Register and is fairly familiar with its history. Bristow said the Commission reviewed this house in September of 2016, and it became listed on the National Register in March of 2017. She said that the owner would like to have it locally landmarked. Bristow said the property meets criteria A, B, D, and E, for reasons of architecture and significant owners in the past. Swaim opened the public hearing. Swaim closed the public hearing. MOTION: Agran moved to approve the designation of 715 West Park Road as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, d, and e. Builta seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0 (Clore, DeGraw. Kuenzli, and Wagner absent). Swaim stated that these items will be moving on to the Planning and Zoning Commission, most likely in January. She thanked members of the public for their attendance and comments. REPORTS ON CERTIFICATES ISSUED BY CHAIR AND STAFF: Certificate of No Material Effect - Chair and Staff Review 823 Bowery Street. From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: PlanningZoning Public Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place S' 4� Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-3565240 (REZ18-00010) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 1029 North Dodge Street from Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) to RS -8 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP). (REZ18-00010) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 1029 North Dodge Street from Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS - 8) to Medium Density S gle Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure as originally constructed in 1 93 and is a Queen Anne -style house with evidence of a transitiona olonial Revival Style; Whereas, Goal 1 of the H toric Preservation comp nent of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources s nificant to Iowa City' past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; nd Whereas, the Historic Prese tion Commiss' n has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found t t it meets a criteria for landmark designation in its significant to Iowa City architecture d its d' tinctive Queen Anne and Colonial Revival characteristics; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning o mission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found t t it meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of work proactively to preserve historic neighborh o s and properties which reflect the organic development of neighborhoods in the comm ity; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City ouncil of th City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark A rova . Property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Mediumensity Single Far`hily Residential (RS -8) zone to Medium Density Single Family Residential with Historic Preservaticikoverlay (RS -8 / OHP) zone: All of Lot 43, except the North 213 Township 79 North, Range 6 Wes) the State of Iowa for HWY 1 riaht{c 43; thence S53 degrees 49 mir of -way line of Iowa Highway #1 21 minutes 35 seconds W, 8.4 to the east line of said Lot thence S01 degrees 56 mi to of -way line to the Point , egi et thereof, of the Sub -clivi: of the 5th Prime Meridian (a if -way as described as begir 28 seconds W. 180.13 feet of the SE '/< of Section 3, in :xcept that land conveyed to Ig�t the SE Corner of said lot he current northwest right - Kind the southeast lines of said Lots 37 a 43; then NO2 degrees, feet; thence N53 degrees 49 minutes, 28�seconds E, 180.21 feet and the current west right-of-way line of Pra ie Du Chien Road; s 12 seconds E, 8.47 feet along said east line and said west right- ning, Containing 1,260 square feet more or less (840 Square feet of Lot 43). Section II. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of Ordinance No. Page 2 this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approve` this day of 20_ Attest: 2018 :lerk Y, Iowa f N O_ Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intem, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52go; 319�24Qn (REZ18-00010) Ordinance No. r {'Tj Ordinance rezoning property located at 1029 North .AQ Stmt from Medium Density Single Family Residential ( S-8) WAST with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP). (REZ1§-00010) C:) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission,/ has requested a rezoning of property located at 1029 North Podge Street from Medium Density tingle Family Residential (RS - 8) to Medium Density Singlemily Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP); and \\ Whereas, this structure was orl inally constructed in 1893 and is a Queen Anne -style house with evidence of a transitional Coloni Revival Style; Whereas, the Comprehensive Pla encourages the preservation of historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development; Whereas, the Historic Preservation \ Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that It tneets the criteria for landmark designation in its significant to Iowa City architecture and itis distinctive Queen Anne and Colonial Revival characteristics; and I\ Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found that i{ imebts the Comprehensive Plan goal of work proactively to preserve historic neighborhoods 'Td properties which reflect the organic development of neighborhoods in the community; r Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of'the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) zone to Medium Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP) zone: All of Lot 43, except the North 213 feet thereof, of the Sub -division of the SE'/< of Section 3, in Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the 5th Prime Meridian (and except that land conveyed to the State of Iowa for HWY 1 right-of-way as described as beginning at the SE Corner of said lot 43; thence S53 degrees 49 minutes 28 sero ds W, 180.13 feet along the current northwest right- of-way line of Iowa Highway #1 and the sout east lines of said Lots 37 and 43; then NO2 degrees, 21 minutes 35 seconds W, 8.43 feet; thenc N53 degrees 49 minutes, 28 seconds E, 180.21 feet to the east line of said Lot 43 and the cu rent west right-of-way line of Prairie Du Chien Road; thence S01 degrees 56 minutes 12 sero ds E, 8.47 feet along said east line and said west right- of-way line to the Point of Beginning, Co taining 1,260 square feet more or less (�40 Square feet of Lot 43). Section II. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of low City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication oithis ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Ordinance No. Page 2 Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section A. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. m Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00010) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning approximately 12,038.4 square feet of property from Medium Density Single Family Residential (RS -8) to Medium Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP) zone located Whereas, the applicant, the His property located at 1029 North Dodg 8) to Medium Density Single Family OHP); and Whereas, this structure was origir with evidence of a transitional Colonial 1029 North Dodge 1c Preservation Commission, Street from Medium Density ,Residential with a Historic I constructed in 1893 ival Style; Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan d� which reflect their organic development; anc Whereas, the Historic Preservation Landmark designation, has found that it significant to Iowa City architecture and characteristics; and rages the Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Comm Landmark designation rezoning, has found that it proactively to preserve historic neighborhoods development of neighborhoods in the community; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Propel current zoning designation of Medium Density Density Single Family Residential with a Histori f (REZ18-00010) requested a rezoning of Family Residential (RS- rvation Overlay (RS -8 / is a Queen Anne -style house of historic neighborhoods ;sion ha reviewed the proposed Historic the crit6ria for landmark designation in its tinctiv Queen Anne and Colorl 0 Revival m ssio has reviewed the apt%osed Hi me is the Comprehensive �l8q goa°I ofc a d properties which reflec4 tf P� orc Vr1ic the City of Iowa City, Iowa: `a described below is hereby re lassifii� from its Ile Family Residential (RS -8) zone VMedium :servation Overlay (RS -8 / OHP) zone: All of Lot 43, except the North 213 feet ther of, of the Sub -division of the SE'/< of Section 3, in Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the h Prime Meridian (and except that land conveyed to the State of Iowa for HWY 1 right-of-way s described as beginning at the SE Corner of said lot 43; thence S53 degrees 49 minutes 28 s conds W, 180.13 feet along the current northwest right- of-way line of Iowa Highway #1 and the utheast lines of said Lot�37 and 43; then NO2 degrees, 21 minutes 35 seconds W, 8.43 feet; t nce N53 degrees 49 minutes, 28 seconds E, 180.21 feet to the east line of said Lot 43 and th current west right-of-way lina,of Prairie Du Chien Road; thence S01 degrees 56 minutes 12 s conds E, 8.47 feet along said east line and said west right- of-way line to the Point of Beginning Containing 1,260 square feet mote or less (840 Square feet of Lot 43). Section II. Zoning Map. The uilding Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of wa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publicati n of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of Ordinance No. Page 2 this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section Vl. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided blaw Passed and approved Attest: City Clerk m v ® CITY OF IOWA CITY 04118 m a5e MEMORANDUM Date: March 8, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 504 E. Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00012) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 504 East Bloomington Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. The two-story brick Italianate style house was built in 1880 by George and Helen Hummer, prominent Iowa City residents connected to George Hummer Mercantile Co. and the building committee for the public library. George Hummer also owned and expanded the size of Union Bakery at 203 North Linn Street in 1893, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a local landmark. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 504 East Bloomington Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The building is significant as a well-preserved example of Italianate architecture and for its association with locally prominent citizens. Landmark designation for 504 East Bloomington Street, a property in a Commercial Office (CO - 1) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-213-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1). the Central District Plan and 2). the Historic Preservation Plan. The subject property is located within Subarea A of the Central District. The Central District Plan discusses challenges this area faces in terms of balancing the needs of different housing types and residents, including many student rentals. The plan encourages the provision of incentives to maintain, improve, and reinvest in older housing stock in the area, which can include incentives tied to historic preservation (Central District Plan pg 14). As a mixed-use building with office and residential, the designation of 504 East Bloomington Street as a historic landmark would contribute to this goal, along with the broader Comprehensive Plan goal of preserving historic resources and reinvesting in older neighborhoods (Central District Plan pg 2). March 8, 2018 Page 2 Neighborhoods that are closest to the University and other large employers such as Mercy hospital benefit from a mixture of housing types including historic resources where a diversity of people can live and work or go to school in the vicinity. The Central District Plan also more broadly supports the goals of the Historic Preservation Plan, which contains 2 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning for the property at 504 East Bloomington Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. The Historic Preservation Plan discusses this general area as part of the discussion of the Gilbert -Linn Street neighborhood. For this neighborhood, Objective 4 of this Goal specifically supports efforts to preserve historic neighborhoods adjacent to the University Campus as the Campus or other large entities expand, including avoiding negative impacts on individual historic resources. Local Landmark designation for 504 East Bloomington Street promotes this objective by identifying this historic property as an area that is not appropriate for redevelopment. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — providing incentives to maintain and reinvest in older housing, preserving historic neighborhoods and identifying historic resources that are not currently protected by landmark designation. In staff's opinion, preservation of 504 East Bloomington Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area but would actively promote a diversity of housing stock and the preservation of historic resources. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00012, an application to designate 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Commercial Office (CO -1) to CO -1 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO-1/OHP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved by Tracy High hoe, Director Department of Neighborhood and Development Services George and Helen Hummer House 504 East Bloomington Built by 1880, 504 East Bloomington is a two-story brick gable -front Italianate house with a low-pitched cross gable roof. The three -bay front has segmental arched windows with a double door entrance at the right side. Two etched -glass doors are topped by a flat fanlight. A small hipped roof porch extends over the entrance. It has a segmental arched cornice with small brackets above each of the slender square columns. Originally the porch wrapped around the front and east side of the ell. In 1906, the porch also wrapped around the west side of the front facade. The west wing consists of a partially canted bay with decorative scrollwork and corner pendants defining the cornice line. The west wing also includes decorative dogtooth brickwork on the outer edges. The windows are 2 -over -2 double hung except for the first -floor windows on the front fagade, which are 2 -over -4 double hung. The segmental arched window headings consist of two courses of projecting rowlock bricks. Two sets of bay windows are located along the east wall. The front porch wrapped around both sides of the front wing into the 1930s when it was reduced to three separate porticos. Mary Helen Hummer originally acquired four lots in the 500 block of East Bloomington in 1872, sold them a short time later, and reacquired them in 1879. This house was built a short time later by Helen and her husband, George Hummer. George Hummer was the president of George Hummer Mercantile Co., which was originally located along South Gilbert Street and relocated to 227-231 East Washington Street. The company carried a full line of food products and grocer's sundries. By 1900 the company had extended into other parts of Iowa. George Hummer served on the building committee for the public library, completed in 1904. 504 East Bloomington is significant as a well-preserved example of Italianate architecture and for its association with locally prominent citizens. ��>• � fi I��Y��S�r !p+ � � t � �Je� a �1 1 j d' ,p � A�� 1 I ■ `.` 1� � � tea. �Q7 .r"�'-�"';'.,,- „S1 Tom. � � . �; } „r?.$? _� _,.�-- -- o - , -.. Site Inventory Form State Inventory No: 52-03213 ® New ❑ Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter Inventory no.) (January 28,1997) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncontributing ❑ Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply) ❑ Listed ❑ De -listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE Review & Compliance No. ❑ Non -Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name George and Helen Hammer House other namestsite number 2. Location street & number 504 F" Bloominatom Street city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (if Rural) Township: Name No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter u wj­ 1 0 buildings sites structures objects Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter *NIA' if the property is not part or a multiple property examination). rile KutoricaVArchHectural Date Bass Number from 01A01 DOMESTIGsingle dwelling/residence categories from 05B LATE VICTORIAN/Italiamte rrom GIB DOMESTIC/multipled ellineh 02B COMMERCE?RADE//ar fessiaml/l w office Materials (Ender categories from Instructions) foundation 04 STONE walls 03 BRICK roof 08 ASPHALT other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended Yes 0 No ❑ More Research Recommended one or more boxes ror criteria that may quality the property for National Register Itsittg) A Property is associated with significant events. B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious Institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. ❑ B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 C A birthplace or grave. years. D A cemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) Significant Dates Constrocdon date 02 ARCHITECTURE ca. 1880 Ctherdafes Significant Person (Complete t National Register Criterion B M marked above) Georne Hummer Architect/Builder Archdect Unknown Bolder Narrative Statement of Significance (M SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, See continuation sheet for citations of the books, articles, and other sources used In preparing this form 'IRM. Retentnn%s (OPRDNAt,! " 7,one = �asfln�T"� Northing �r)ne �asirpn lls'4Nrtn9 4 ❑ See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments namertrile Marlys A Svendsen -- organization Svendsen Tyler. Inc date 6/98 street & number N3834 Peen Lake Raid telephone 715/469-3300 city or town Sa_ro*a state WI zip code 54870 1. Map showing the property's location in a town/city or township 2. Site plan showing position of buildings and structures in the nominated area in relation to adjacent public road(s). 3. Photographs: representative black and white photos. If the photos are taken as part of a survey for which the Society is to be curator of the negatives or color slides, a phototcatalog sheet needs to be included with the negatives/slides and the following needs to be provided below on this particular Inventory she: Roll/slide sheet # 9610 Frame/slot # 17 Date Taken 3/23/98 Roll/slide sheet # Framelslot # Date Taken RolUslide sheet # Frame/slot At Date Taken ❑ See continuation sheet or attached photo & slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries. ❑ Photosfiliustrations without negatives are also in this site Inventory file FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL 1. Farmstead d District: (List of structures and buildings, known or estimated year built, and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Sam: a. A sketch of the frameltruss configuration in the form of drawing atypical middle bent of the barn. b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one side. grster a(rgid�fdy . U Yes t„1 Nv U. 00M rceseafcrt newnurrouurn, rrtyttr part nPa tocalfy designated distnet =1 ,.. Iowa Department of Guttural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet George and Helen Hummer House Johnson Name of Property County In Iowa 7. Narrative Description Site Number 52-03213 This 2 -story single-family brick dwelling was built in 1880 according to City Assessor records. Sanborn maps confirm that it was built prior to 1892. It is an example of an Italianate Gable -Front form with a low pitched intersecting gable roof. The three -bay front has segmental arched windows with a double door entrance at the right side. Two etched glass doors are topped by a flat fanlight. A small hipped roof porch extends over the entrance. It has a segmental arched comice with small brackets above each of the slender square columns. The porch deck is at grade and there is no balustrade. A similarly finished porch is tucked in the east ell. A square light fanlight tops the entrance from this porch. Configuration of the porches has changed through the years with the earliest 1892 Sanborn map showing a wrap around porch extending along the front and east ell. The 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933 and 1970 Sanborn maps show the porch continuing around the west side but by 1985 the current porch configuration was in place. The west wing consists of a three -sided or canted bay on the lower level and a rectilinear upper level. Decorative scrollwork and comer pendants define the bases of the comers of the west wing's upper level. Fenestration includes tall 2/2 double -hung sash placed singularly and in groups. The two windows to the left of the entrance extend to the floor in a 2/4 configuration. The segmental arched window headings consist of two courses of projecting rowlock bricks. Two sets of bay windows are located along the east wall. The house is set on a low stone foundation with walls of reddish brown brick. Decorative brickwork includes a dogtooth section on the outer edges of the west wing, lower level in addition to the window arches. The house had a major remodeling in 1946 when it was converted to four apartments. Work included construction of the 2 -story rear addition. 8 Statement of Significance The Hummer House is a well-preserved example of the Gable -Front form of the Italianate Style. The modification of the front wrap around porch is regrettable but the integrity of the balance of the houses is sufficient to retain its eligibility for the National Register under Criterion C. Mary Helen Hummer originally acquired Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8 in the 500 block of Fast Bloomington Street in 1872 , sold them a short time later, and reacquired them in 1879. This house was built by Helen and her husband George Hummer a short time later. It served as the familial headquarters for the Hummer family with several other family members residing in houses in the 500 block of Bloomington during the late 19th and early 20th century. George Hummer was the president of George Hummer Mercantile Co., a wholesale mercantile supplier incorporated in 1884. Originally located along South Gilbert Street, die company eventually located its office and warehouse at 227-231 East Washington Street. The company carried a full line of food products and grocer's sundries. By 1900 the company had spread their territory into other parts of the state connected to Iowa City by rail. Other officers in the company included F. S. McGee, vice president and F.N. Sueppel, secretary and treasurer. 9 Maior Bibliographic References Iowa City, Historical, Descriptive and Commercial Revieiv, Iowa City, Iowa. ca. 1900. Iowa City city directories. Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. #52-010.060, Goosetown Neighborhood Survey, 1985. #52-010-060, North Side Neighborhood Preservation Study, 1977. Sanborn maps, 1879, 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1926, 1933, and 1933 updated to 1970. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 11 of 24 REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00012): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission fora rezoning to designate the property located at 504 E Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo stated this property is also located in the Northside Neighborhood of the Central District. It was built in 1880. It is zone Commercial Office, there is an office located on the first floor and residential apartments on the second floor. The Comprehensive Plan indicates that this is an appropriate use for the property. Again landmark designation does not regulate the use of the property that is regulated by the underlying zoning. Designation of the this property will conform the Comprehensive Plan goal of identifying and protecting historic buildings as well as the Central District Plan of continued office use in this area along with the goal of providing a diversity of housing including smaller rental properties such as the apartments on the upper floor. Therefore Staff recommends approval of this designation. Signs asked how the Historic Preservation designation relates to demolition. Can it be demolished if it is ruined or destroyed by hazard? Miklo said any demolition permit would require approval by the Historic Preservation Commission, if a building is found to be structurally defective to the point where it couldn't be repaired the Commission could allow its demolition. The goal is to protect the buildings, if the building is severely damaged by fire or tornado it can be demolished and replaced by a new building that does not need to comply with historic preservation guidelines. Hektoen added the building must be damaged to no repair. Signs asked if this property was located in the area that is being discussed for a Northside Form -Based Code area and if so how will it be affected. Miklo said the City has been working the Opticos (a consulting firm) and one of the things they observed is the City has a collection of historic buildings and it would be a goal of that plan to help preserve those and a Form -Based Code is not in conflict with that goal. Freerks opened the public hearing Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) stated this home is a brick beauty with Italianate aspects, the windows are arched and the front door has etched -glass and topped by a flat fanlight. This home has a lot of brick work detail that pictures don't do justice. This house is significant for its Italianate architecture and also its association with George and Helen Hummer. George owned Hummer Mercantile which sold food products in Iowa City and then later expanded his business to other parts of Iowa. He also served on the building committee for the public library, completed in 1904. Although George is listed on the building, Helen Hummer's name is listed on the deed for the lots. Jim Larew (owner of 504 East Bloomington) wanted to express that when he purchased this building it was falling apart and they reconstructed it from the inside out and make it useable again. He has used the first floor as his law office for the past 30 years and one of the tenants in the apartments upstairs came with the building and is still there. Larew shared his worry about this building and the future. The historic preservation designation was not his request and he was surprised to learn others wanted to do it, but it has caused him to think about it and hopes it is the right decision. His concerns are there are intense economic pressures for places downtown, especially due to this homes location across from Mercy Hospital. His wife and he can sustain this property, at the time he purchased it he could pay the mortgage, interest and Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 12 of 24 property taxes from the three tenants, at today's rate combining all three won't even cover the property taxes. Larew's concern for the future is the next owner won't likely want it as a law office with two apartments above, so his question is will they be allowed to reconfigure. Because otherwise this property will suffer if the historic preservation blocks other future uses. Miklo stated that the historic preservation regulations do not regulate the interior of the structure, they do regulate exterior if a building permit is required. It also doesn't prevent the building from being added on to, in fact there are specific guidelines in the regulations on how to add onto a historic building. In a commercial situation like this it does provide some zoning relief from some of the zoning requirements. The overall goal is to protect the character of the building and any additions must be sympatric in design and don't detract from the overall setting. Hektoen added that it will not change the allowable uses of the property. Swain reiterated that historic preservation is all about using and maintaining historic buildings not rendering them unusable. They work very hard as new property owners buy historic houses and want to make adaptations for modern day living. Freerks closed the public hearing. Theobald moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00012, an application to designate 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Commercial Office (CO -1) to CO -1 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO-1/0HP). Parsons seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00009): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 213 E Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo stated that this property is located in Central Planning District — North Market Place. It is zoned Central Business Support Zone. It was built in1870 for Anton Greiger who operated the brewery next door and is currently owned by the Wesley Foundation. When City drafted the Central District Plan they conducted community workshops that lead to the policies of the plan that are specific to this property as well as the 319 Bloomington Street, the next property on this list. Residents and business owners who participate in those workshops spoke of the historic character of the Northside Market Place is one of its greatest assets and wanted it to be preserved. A goal the Comprehensive Plan for this area preserve the lower scale and density of this area when compared to Downtown. The Plan calls for limiting height to two to three stories and preservation of several historic buildings in the area. Many of those building have already been designated as landmarks, Miklo showed them on a map. The area also includes the Jefferson Street Historic District. Designation of this property would further the goals of the Central District Plan to preserve the unique character and scale of the Northside Market Place as well as the as the goals of identifying and protecting historic properties. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 12 of 19 Boyd said he appreciates the thoughtfulness of the property owner's comments. He said that these are sometimes not easy decisions, and he always appreciates when people come in having really been thoughtful about what the process is and weighing all kinds of things. Agran mentioned the comment about lumping the property in with other potential properties and asked if, in terms of how one looks at designating properties in the future, designating this property now would not change anything about the argument surrounding future properties. Bristow said she believes that is correct. She said that ultimately this property is being looked at alone and on its own. Bristow said it does have associations with existing buildings in the area, and so that just adds to its significance. She said the other buildings on that block that Rust had mentioned are being researched and are potentially going to come before the Commission in the future, probably individually and not necessarily as a district. Bristow said there is not anything in the works in terms of a formal district right here at this point. She said the discussion is about individual properties. Bristow said these are being looked at as a group of residential brick structures. She said that their uses might not currently be wholly residential, but originally they were built to be residential. Bristow said staff and the Commission are not looking right now at commercial buildings or that kind of thing, just because this group is residential, brick structures. Swaim stated that this is more of a thematic grouping. Boyd said that the Commission is in a place to try to move on these things, since there has been a backlog on trying to move them through as groups. He said that this is not the last of these that the Commission will be looking at. Boyd said the Commission has heard from the development community about providing some proactive clarity about where these things are. He said he thinks the Commission should move on that, and there are other opportunities for people to weigh in. MOTION: Kuenzli moved to grant local landmark designation to the property at 319 East Bloomington Street based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria, a, b, c, and d. Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore, DeGraw. and Wagner absent). 504 East Bloomington Street Bristow stated that this is the George and Helen Hummer house and was built in 1880. She said that it has Italianate details as well as Victorian details. Bristow showed the front gable structure and said that while originally a porch wrapped around both sides of that, now it is divided into separate porticos. She showed the cross gable on the side and said that it is partially bracketed. Bristow said the house really shows elements of the Victorian architecture in the gables, while some of the details show a little bit of the Italianate that is left over in the heavy cornice with its brackets as well. She showed how the cross gable comes out and where the front porch originally did wrap around to both sides. Bristow said this is really a very grand house. Bristow said that Helen Hummer originally owned most of this block. Bristow said that it was unusual for a woman in the 1800s to be kind of a land speculator. She said that Helen Hummer HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 13 of 19 and her husband, George, a mercantile operator, built the house after selling the property and then buying it back. Bristow said that George Hummer ended up branching out and selling goods throughout Iowa. She said George Hummer was really part of that early mercantile/commerce part of Iowa City history. Bristow said that for that reason, staff finds that the property meets criteria A and B, and as well, it is associated with George and Helen Hummer, unique individuals, both because of land speculating done by a female and being into mercantile and branching out into other areas of Iowa so it also meets criteria D. Swaim opened the public hearing. Larew said that he and his wife, Mary, own this building, and it is where his law practice is located. He said they bought the building from a woman who no longer had enough rental income to maintain the building. Larew said he has been able to maintain the building but does not believe he would have been able to if it were purely rental property for residential purposes. He added that the former owner has remained very interested in the property and provided him with photographs of the building from the past. Larew said the fact that he has his law practice on the first floor gives him the ability to move forward and keep up with the bills and the maintenance. He said he mentions this because that area has a lot of pressure on it. Larew stated that the valuation of the property rises rather steeply when other organizations such as Mercy Hospital and others, buy nearby property at a hefty price and then that building is compared for valuation to his own. He said that the uses have not changed since he bought the property in 1990, but the taxes have increased considerably. Larew said that he is devoted to historic preservation, but if he would have any concerns at all, he does not know what these criteria do, if anything, in terms of affecting market value upwardly or downwardly. He said they did not buy the property to make a fortune; they bought it because they loved it and they thought it needed a good owner. Larew said he has some friendly quarrel with some of the history to the building. He said that when they bought the building, they had to update all of the systems. Larew said that the maps sometimes tell one story, but the inside tells another. Larew said he believes that the front of the building, before additions were put on, was probably built in the 1860s. He said that the criteria, the brick, is much like the brick building on Dubuque Street. Larew said he does not know who the brick layer was, but the patterns are almost exactly the same. Regarding the age of the brick, he said it is more brittle than the additions and the pattern is slightly different. Larew said that when one is inside in the main area, people who know a lot about this have told him that the floor joists or the ceiling joists for one standing in the first floor looking up for the main core of the building were walnut ten -inch centers. He said that in Iowa, one would never use walnut like that, because all of the walnut was used in the first generation of Iowans. Larew said that by the time one has the addition, which is seen poking out on the side, if one looks at the same ceilings, it changes to fir and to cedar on twelve -inch centers. He said that by that time, Iowans were importing those woods from Minnesota and Wisconsin, because we had used up so much of the original timber here. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 14 of 19 Larew stated that the original fireplaces, one of which has been removed and two of which remain, the most beautiful one made of onyx, were used to heat the house until 1876, when a steam -heating system of that vintage was installed, and a craftsman had written his initials and the date. Regarding the onyx, he said that an expert in this matched the mantelpiece on the fireplace, saying that one could find some of the same vintage in the 1850s and 1860s in Dubuque and along the Mississippi. Larew said they were so heavy that they could be brought up on steamboat, but it was very difficult to bring them by wagon or cart. He said that dated the core to the 1860s and possibly 1850s. Larew said that J. Otto Schultz, who bought the property at one point, was the owner of the Iowa Street Car Company. He said the company was financed by purchasing the Rundell Addition and making it into lots. Larew said Schultz promised the people who built homes there that they would be the first to be serviced by the street cars. Larew discussed more recent history of the building, including its stint as an apartment building. He also said it had recently been used as a political shop, including events for Bill Bradley, and said there were also speeches by Robert Reich, Elizabeth Edwards, and Chet Culver. Larew said it was also a meeting place for Friends of Historic Preservation at one time. Larew said he supports this kind of thing and hopes there are criteria that make it, in the long run, livable and breathable and not just a fancy for those who are able to afford it. He said he would like to see it made something that all of Iowa City of all economic stripes and capacity may enjoy. Larew said that if he or a successive owner wanted to do something slightly different that they would need a City staff that was creative or pro -motive and not one that was constrained. Larew said that if one stands in this house and looks out, there are no two sets of windows that are the same. He said he would hope to not meet someone who, with good intent, insisted on some specific kind of window. Larew said there are no two the same, because this house was built over a time period with a lot of different tastes and probably very pragmatic needs. He said he would hope, going forward, that historic preservation criteria would be as open to those kinds of possibilities as not and would not be stuck on someone's view of history being stopped in time. Larew said that is the only downside that he has - if it is not too well administered and creatively administered historic preservation criteria but that the historic preservation criteria are ones that give a subtle and profound gratefulness for the past but allow these buildings to be something other than mausoleums and to promote the next going forward. He said that he and his wife are welcome to the criteria but do it as much as an act of faith that these kinds of criteria are ones that promote continued and healthy and economically viable uses of historic structures rather than imprisoning them in a kind of vision of the past. Trimble said that traditionally, property values of homes that are designated as historic are always higher than those in the surrounding area that are not. She stated that she did not know about this neighborhood. Trimble said that she does know that in the event of an economic downturn, these houses tend not to lose value while the houses around them do. Trimble stated that recently there has been more success locally in getting a lot of things done with regard to historic preservation. She said she is hoping City staff will look at property tax abatement. Trimble said that while that will probably not reduce someone's taxes now, if improvements were made to the property for which their taxes would usually be raised, HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 15 of 19 hopefully for historic properties that increase can be abated and delayed over a certain period of time and raised more gradually. Trimble said that is something for which they are lobbying the City. She said she hopes to see results on that and said that a lot of other Counties do this. Swaim closed the public hearing Kuenzli said she admires the house and the landscape and thanked Larew for the wonderful job they have done with it. Karr said that he enjoyed hearing the additional history. MOTION: Baker moved to approve the designation of 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, and d. Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore, DeGraw, and Wanner absent). Bristow told Larew that she would be glad to hear more details about the history of the house. She said that if he wanted to lend her any of those photographs to scan, she would be glad to have them. Swaim agreed that any additional information would be very valuable to the Commission as it puts this together. 1029 North Dodge Street. Bristow showed the location map for this property on a large lot at the corner of North Dodge Street and Prairie du Chien Road. She said that the most interesting thing about this house is the architecture. Bristow stated that this is a really unique gem in Iowa City architectural history. Bristow said this house has a gambrel roof as well as some very Victorian details. She showed a very long gable roof on the side of the house. Bristow said this is an example of a Victorian moving into a colonial revival. She said that a lot of the colonial revivals started out as Dutch colonials, which the gambrel roof is a part of. Bristow showed the group of three windows in the front gable and said that it is a Palladian window combination. She said there are some classical details in the columns. Bristow showed the vining pattern that is seen in some gables around town. She said it is also a vining detail that relates to the colonial revival. Bristow said that there are other elements to the porch, but the long gable is also part of a colonial revival look, as is the interesting little dormer. Bristow said that what one is really looking at with this structure is something that is a very unique combination of a transition from a Victorian to a colonial revival. She said that it is very well intact and has been preserved very well. Bristow said it has a bit of an addition on the back that may have been some kind of an enclosed porch or a kitchen addition. She showed an area that may also have been an addition or may have been original. Bristow said that staff would be promoting this as a local landmark because of criteria A and B but also because of the fact that it is a good example of interesting architecture, criteria E, which is not seen in some of the other properties. From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: PlanningZoningPublic Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-3565240 (REZ18-00012) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 504 East Bloomington Street from Commercial Office (CO -1) to CO -1 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP). (R€Z18-00012) Whereas, the applicant, the Hi6toric Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 504 East Bloomi ton Street from Commercial Office (CO -1) to Commercial Office with a Historic Preservation Ove ay (CO -1 / OHP); and 880 by George and Helen Hummer, prominent Iowa City Mercantile Co.: and Whereas, this structure was built in V residents connected to George Hummer Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan en Central District and preservation of historic Whereas, the Historic Preservation s the preservation of older housing stock in the and mission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that it meets the criteria for landmark designation in its association with a significant Iowa City resident and its distinctive architecture; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found that\jt meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of providing incentives to maintain and reinvest in older,housing, preserving historic neighborhoods and identifying historic resources that are not currently protected by landmark designation; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Medium Density Single Family Residential (CO -1) zone to Medium Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP) zone: Iowa City Original Town, South 110 feet of Lot 5 in Block 37 Section II. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City'Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recoider of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. r' Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. ' Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, suctyadjudication shall not affect the validity of the PSdinance as a whole or any section, provision or Part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconsSitutiorm. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its fnisagts appinl and publication, as provided bylaw. D� t7–C to r Passed and approved this day of 201 rn m a Vim - 0 Mayor o Ordinance No. Page 2 City Clerk Approved by: City Attorney's Office N _O U m rn _' f� N Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00012) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning approximately 8,800 square feet of property from Commercial Office (CO -1) to Commercial Office with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP) zone IOcated at 504 East Bloomington Street. (REZ18-00012) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 504 East Bloomington Street from Commercial Office (CO -1) to Commercial Office with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP); and Whereas, this struct" re was built in 1880 by George and Helen Hummer, prominent Iowa City residents connected to Gorge Hummer Mercantile Co.; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the preservation of older housing stock in the Central District and preservation of historic assets; and Whereas, the Historic '',Pre Landmark designation, has Iou association with a significant lora Whereas, the Planning an Landmark designation rezoning providing incentives to maintain and identifying historic resources ervation Commission 'has reviewed the proposed Historic d that it meets the ///criteria for landmark designation in its City resident and its plstinctive architecture; and Zoning Commison has reviewed the proposed Historic ,has found that 1meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of Now, therefore, be it ordained by the reinvest are not current zoning designation of Medium De Density Single Family Residential with a H Iowa City Original T Section 11. Zoning Map. The I the zoning map of the City of I passage, approval and publication City Clerk is hereby authorized same, at the office of the Cou as provided by law. in of r housing, preserving historic neighborhoods =re(ntly protected by landmark designatipg; � o iiil of the City of Iowa City, Iowa:, m �erty described below is hereby r- ' 6sifiA from r Single Family Residential (CO-t)>zeme to Meliam •ic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / C rpzoN: rn z th 110 feet of Lot 5 in Block 37 y? Dec r is hereby authorized and directed rto change ow City, Iowa, conform to this amendment upon the final f this ordinance law. ecording. Upon p sage and approval of the Ordinance, the Id directed to certify a,copy of this ordinance and to record the Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all Section IV. Repealer. I ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby epealed. Section V. Severabili . If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitu 'onal, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, pFovision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of 20 WO FILED 2018 APR -2 AN 9: 42 CITY CLERK IOWA CITY. IOWA Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 5224(Af9--S6Z9Vo (REZ18-00012) Ordinance No. City Clerk Iowa City, Iowa Ordinance rezoning property located at 504 East Bloomington Street from Commercial Office (CO -1) to CO -1 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP). (REZ18-00012) Whereas, the app' ant, the Historic Preservation Commis ion, has requested a rezoning of property located at 504 ant Bloomington Street from Comme ial Office (CO -1) to Commercial Office with a Historic Prese ation Overlay (CO -1 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure s built in 1880 by George and H len Hummer, prominent Iowa City residents connected to George ummer Mercantile Co.; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Ian encourages the pres ation of older housing stock in the Central District and preservation of 'toric assets; and Whereas, Goal 1 of the Historic enervation compo nt of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significa to Iowa City's ant with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; and Whereas, the Historic Preservation mmission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that it m is the criteria for landmark designation in its association with a significant Iowa City resident a its istinctive architecture; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Comml on has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found that eets the Comprehensive Plan goal of providing incentives to maintain and reinvest in old r h sing, preserving historic neighborhoods and identifying historic resources that are not curre tly pro cted by landmark designation; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Coun Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Prol current zoning designation of Medium Density Density Single Family Residential with a HistO Iowa City Original T I f the City o owa City, Iowa: rty described b%tie'nitial hereby reclassified from its jingle Family R(CO-1) zone to Medium Preservation O(CO-1 / OHP) zone: th 110 feet of Lot 5 in B16ek 37 Section II. Zoning Map. The Building/ Inspector is hereby authorized aho directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa Ci #, Iowa, to conform to this amend ent upon the final �-w" passage, approval and publication of thi ordinance by law. �/J Section III. Certification And Reco din . Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, tf City Clerk is hereby authorized and di ected to certify a copy of this ordinance an .to record t -e same, at the office of the County Re rder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, /all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordin nces and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of 20_ • Ordinance No. Page 2 Mayor Approved by: Attest: City Clerk City Attorney's Office !018 irk Iowa l 1 04-17-18 �= -4� CITY OF IOWA CITY 5f MEMORANDUM Date: March 8, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 213 East Market Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00009) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 213 East Market Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. The house was built in 1870 by prominent brewer Anton Geiger near his brewery, located at Linn and Market Street, which is listed on the National Register and protected by local landmark zoning designation. The house was built in a similar Italianate style to the brewery. In 1945, Geiger's descendants sold the building to the Wesley Foundation, who still owns the property today. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 213 East Market Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 213 East Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The building is significant for its architecture and historic integrity and because of its connection to Iowa City history and prominent citizens. Landmark designation for 213 East Market Street, a property in a Central Business Support (CB -5) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-213-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1). the Central District Plan and 2). the Historic Preservation Plan. The subject property is located within the Northside Marketplace, which is a part of the Central District. One of the Central District Plan's goals is to "preserve and promote the unique aspects of the Northside Marketplace" by "protect[ing] historic buildings as an integral part of the Northside Marketplace' (Central District Plan, page 57). The plan specifically mentions 213 East Market Street as a building within the Northside Marketplace that has historic and architectural significance that contributes to the historic character of the area. March 8, 2018 Page 2 The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 2 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning for the property at 213 East Market Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. This goal includes discussions of historic areas and neighborhoods in Iowa City, including Historic and Conservation districts. Goal 10 includes an objective that is relevant to the property. Objective 6: Incorporate historic preservation efforts in planning for the Northside Marketplace retail district (intersecting block at Market, Linn, Gilbert and Bloomington streets). This objective encourages emphasizing the significance of the brewery industry in the neighborhood's history. Designating 213 East Market Street as a Historic Landmark would contribute to this objective. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — protecting the historic character of the Northside Marketplace and emphasizing the historic significance of the 19'^ century brewery industry in this area. In staff's opinion, preservation of 213 East Market Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area. There are other existing historic properties that have been preserved in this neighborhood including the Union Brewery and Union Bakery both on the Linn Street and Market Street corner. In staff's opinion it also clearly meets the goal of preserving and promoting the unique aspects of the Northside Marketplace of the Central District plan. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00009, an application to designate 213 East Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Support (CB -5) to CB -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-5/OHP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved by: SCA An � fi Tracy Hightsh ., Dire for Department of Neighborhood and Development Services Anton Geiger House 213 East Market Street 213 East Market Street is a two-story brick home constructed in 1870. This front -gabled ell -shaped Italianate house features paired scrolled brackets with dentils in the frieze band. Single punched two -over -two double -hung windows have segmental stone arched lintels and stone sills. The first -floor windows extend to the floor. An oculus window with stone surround is centered in the gable end. This detail is more rare than the other details. The entrance is offset and aligned with the window rhythm. Sharing the same lintel detail, the entrance includes paired doors with a transom above. Glazing in the doors, instead of in sidelights, was common in the Italianate style. A bay window is located on the east side. The house originally had a porch across the front and wrapping around the west corner to the side -gable bay. The porch also existed as early as 1883 and was removed sometime after 1930. The one-story addition on the southeast corner was added between 1912 and 1920. The house was built by Anton Geiger in 1870 near his brewery on the corner of Linn and Market streets. The brewery, known as Hotz and Geiger, or Union Brewery, is individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The brewery, built first, has similar Italianate brackets and frieze details and segmental arched windows. Hotz and Geiger was one of three large breweries in Iowa City in the 1870s. Anton's wife was Clara (Hotz) Geiger, daughter of Simeon Hotz and Barbara (Becker Williams) Hotz. Anton Geiger died in 1876. His descendants sold 213 E. Market to the Wesley Foundation in 1945. 213 E. Market is significant for its architecture and its association with Iowa City's late 19th -century brewing industry and prominent local citizens. Anton Geiger House 213 East Market Street I Iowa Site Inventory Division of Historic Preservation Iowa State Historical Department 26 E. Market St., Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Identification 1. She Name Geiger 2. VlRago Towt/City IOW,) 3. Street Address 213 Ea 4. Legal Location Urban: Rvnl: s'A-o/0—/67 Site Number 36-1942 District Namerinrth SHP rnirnmerc)al Map Reference i M 5. UTM Location: zone easting. northing ;Acreagr —1 Arra 6. Owner(s)Name Wesley Foundation of Iowa _ 7. Owner(s)Addreas 12D North Dubuque 8. Use: Present campus ministry Original residence son % a;al.. of % ac Description 1870 9. Date of Construct] ArchitecUBuilder "Unknown" 10. Building Type: ❑single-family dwelling C] industrial ❑ other institutional 2religious ❑ multiple -family dwelling ❑ educational ❑ public ❑ agricultural ❑ commercial 11. Exterior Wags: ❑ clapboard ❑ stone ® brick ❑ board and batten ❑ shingles ❑ stucco ❑ other 12. Structural System: ❑wood frame with interlocking joints [I wood frame with light members (balloon frame) JRmasonry load-bearing walls ❑ Iron frame ❑ steel frame with curtain walls ❑ reinforced concrete ❑ other 13. Condition: []excellent ❑good Rfair ❑ deteriorated 14. Integrity: tooriginal site ❑ moved—!f so, when? Notes on alterations, additions (with dates and architect, if known) and any other notable features of building and site: 15. Related Outbuildings and Property: [:]barn ❑ other farm structures ❑ carriage house ❑ garage []privy ❑ other. 16. Is the building endangered? ® no ❑ yes --if so, 17. Surroundings of the building: ❑ open land ❑ woodland ❑ scattered outbuildings ❑ densely built-up t3 commercial ❑ industrial ❑ residential ❑ other iyla'l 16. Map 19. Photo 90. 5 C nJ Roil Frame Vlew J w a J v J \ Z Y �, Sk 1k Significance (Indicate sources of Information for all statements) 20. Architectural significance ® a. Key structureMdividually may qualify for the National Register ❑b. Contributing structure ❑ c. Not eligiblefinlruslon Italianate, small round window in front stone arches, cornice with Italianate paired entrance has rope turned wood trim around the dressed stone water table (NSNPS) gable peak, windows with segmental brackets and dentil molding, front door, stone foundation tdpped by See photo, continuation sbeet for 130 North Dubuque for view of early front porch. See continuation sheet. 21. Historical Significance Theme(s) Italianate Q a. Key structuretindividually may qualify for the National Register Pb. Contributing structure ❑ c. Not eliglblefintrusion 10%. Anton Geiger, born in Germany, built this house in 1870 (Weber says 1867) with ten rooms and two baths, and decorated 13' ceilings. In 1880 an iron fence, porch and front concrete step with the letters "GEIGER" were added. Geiger, with his father- in-law S. Hotz, built the Union Brewery to the east (see 121-131 North Linn). Bertha Geiger lived in the house as late as 1940, and the Wesley Methodist Student Foundation received the property in 1945, and continues to use it todate. 22. Sources (for primary and secondary sources, give complete face of publication: author, title, place of publication, date, etc.): Weber* II, pp. 96-7. Keyes, pp. 74-5. Prepared by James F. Jacohsen -Dalc Address Telephone For Division of Historic Preservation Use Only 1. Office Information Sources on this Property ❑ County Resource File ❑ Windshield Survey ❑ National Register ❑ Grants-l"d: ❑ Determination of Eligibility 2. Subject Traces a. b. C. d. e. ❑ Revlew and Compliance Project: ❑ Other ❑ Other ❑ Other 3. Photo Images ( 1 ' 11 Iowa Site Inventory Division of Historic Preservation Iowa State Historical Department 26 E. Market St., Iowa City, Iowa 52240 la Item Numher(s) THE KOLA -SAINT WENCESLAUS RECTORY AND THE GEIGER -WESLEY TOUNDATION HOUSE sA-0.10-)07 Site Number 36-1942 _ Two brick houses of the Anglo -Italian style which have gable ends facing the street are the rectory of the Saint Wenceslaus Catholic Church (Illustration 52) and the headquarters for the Wesley Foun- dation of the First Methodist Church (Illustration 53). A newspaper article indicates that the rectory was built as a private dwelling in 1882 by Joseph Koza. It was purchased by the parish in 1893. The Wesley Foundation building was erected in 1870 by Anton Ceiger, according to county records. The rectory is the more elaborate of the two buildings and includes more characteristics that are Italian in character. Its projecting win- dow caps with incised designs contrast to the plain segmental -arched headings at Wesley House. The rectory entrance features a hooded overdoor supported on either side by a very large decorative bracket and has a low lacy iron railing cresting the roof. The heading over the transom is similar to those above the windows. The door itself is not centered in the opening but is placed to the left with a single vertical light above a plain wood panel filling the SpRce at the right. The entrance at Wesley House is recessed but otherwise is treated identically to the windows. Each house has a small window in the gable area. That on the rectory is a combination of a trefoil and a triangle, and that on Wesley House is round with a plain heading encircling it. The cornice of Wesley House is somewhat more elaborate than that on the rectory. The former uses scrolled coupled brackets with den- tils as its frieze while the latter has coupled triangular-shaped brack- ets which have no openings placed against a frieze of vertical panel- ing. The rectory has cornice returns whereas Wesley House does not. Roth houses have additions to the main block of the house. Those on the rectory are two-story rectangular bays on either side while Wesley House has a one-story scmipolygonal bay on the left side and a two- rtory rectangular bay on the right. Both houses also have shallow ashlar foundations with a broad projecting water table of dressed stone. 0�. Continuation Sheet 11fu3tration 53 The Cciger-Wcsley Foundation House 213 East Market street Keyes, pp. 74-75. IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM EVALUATION SHEET ADDRESS: 213 East Market Iowa City, IA REVIEWED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 SURVEY ID # 52-010-13179 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: AB _ C _X_ NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL_ YES _X_ NO _ DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING X NON—CONTRIBUTING M DATE: February 1996 The Geiger house is a two story brick rectangle with a gable roof. It exhibits characteristics of the Italianate style with paired scroll brackets at the eaves, an oculus window in the gable, and a single story bay window on the east (side) elevation. The entrance is located on the gable end and is off— set to the right. First floor windows extend to floor level and a transom is found above the door. Fenestration throughout is segmental arched. Although an addition has been made to the rear it Is not considered to be intrusive. This house is a good example of simplified Italianate design from 1870. It may be individually eligible and is certainly a key structure in a historic district which includes Linn Street. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: A _X B _ C _ D _ NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL YES _X_ NO _ DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING _X_ NON—CONTRIBUTING _ This house is historically significant as the residence of Anton Geiger, a partner with Simeon Hotz in the Union Brewery (NRNP) which was located immediately east of the house. It is representative of businessmen who chose to live near their place of work. The Union Brewery was one of three whch were located in the North Side business district in the 19th century. This North Side business district was basically located along Market Street, with businesses running north and south on Linn and Gilbert as well. This area Is part of the current survey, but should be associated with the area farther east. The Geiger House might have been included in the Union Brewery NR nomination. Since it was not, it can be considered to be individually eligible, and is a key structure in a historic district which would include Linn Street. PREPARED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant ADDRESS: 167 W. Alta Vista, Ottumwa, IA 52501 AFFILIATION: Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission ADDRESS: 401 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 PHONE: (515) 682-2743 DATE: February 19Q6 PHONE: (319) 356-5243 Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 12 of 24 property taxes. Larew's concern for the future is the next owner won't likely want it as a law office with two apartments above, so his question is will they be allowed to reconfigure. Because otherwise this property will suffer if the historic preservation blocks other future uses. Miklo stated that the historic preservation regulations do not regulate the interior of the structure, they do regulate exterior if a building permit is required. It also doesn't prevent the building from being added on to, in fact there are specific guidelines in the regulations on how to add onto a historic building. In a commercial situation like this it does provide some zoning relief from some of the zoning requirements. The overall goal is to protect the character of the building and any additions must be sympatric in design and don't detract from the overall setting. Hektoen added that it will not change the allowable uses of the property. Swain reiterated that historic preservation is all about using and maintaining historic buildings not rendering them unusable. They work very hard as new property owners buy historic houses and want to make adaptations for modern day living. Freerks closed the public hearing. Theobald moved to recommend approval of REZ78-00012, an application to designate 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Commercial Office (CO -1) to CO -1 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CO -1/01-113). Parsons seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00009): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 213 E Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo stated that this property is located in Central Planning District — North Market Place. It is zoned Central Business Support Zone. It was built in1870 for Anton Greiger who operated the brewery next door and is currently owned by the Wesley Foundation. When City drafted the Central District Plan they conducted community workshops that lead to the policies of the plan that are specific to this property as well as the 319 Bloomington Street, the next property on this list. Residents and business owners who participate in those workshops spoke of the historic character of the Northside Market Place is one of its greatest assets and wanted it to be preserved. A goal the Comprehensive Plan for this area preserve the lower scale and density of this area when compared to Downtown. The Plan calls for limiting height to two to three stories and preservation of several historic buildings in the area. Many of those building have already been designated as landmarks, Miklo showed them on a map. The area also includes the Jefferson Street Historic District. Designation of this property would further the goals of the Central District Plan to preserve the unique character and scale of the Northside Market Place as well as the as the goals of identifying and protecting historic properties. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 13 of 24 Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted that this house with its history and architecture showcases the unique character of the Northside Market Place and this house, 213 East Market Street, is specifically mentioned in the Central District Plan as an integral part of the area. It is one of two Italianate houses being discussed this evening that tell the story of this city's late 19 -century brewery industry and its brew masters. Anton Geiger built this Italianate house in 1870 after he built the Union Brewery, also known as the Hotz and Geiger Brewery, as Anton Geiger married Hotz's daughter. Geiger used similar architecture details on his house as he used on the brewery. Paired scrolled brackets with dentils in the frieze band under the roof overhang are some of those features. This house has been owned and cared for by Ann Hughes and the Wesley Foundation since 1945. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00009, an application to designate 213 East Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Support (CB -5) to CB -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-5/OHP). Parsons seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. She added that adding this home (and the next one on the agenda) to the Iowa City Historic Landmark really contributes to the planning goals for this whole area. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00008): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 319 E Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo noted this property is also located in Central Planning District — North Market Place. It is zoned Central Business Service Zone. It is currently use as an office building, in addition to the historic building in the front, there is a modern addition in the back. It was built in the 1870s for Conrad and Ann Graff, who operated the brewery where the Blue Bird Diner is currently located. Like the previous property this property was specifically identified by the residents and business owners who participated in the Northside Market Planning Workshops as a key property to add to the projected properties in the Central Planning District. It possesses the scale and historic character that the community desires to preserve in this mixed use neighborhood. It preservation would be in compliance with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan, those of the Central District Plan as well as the Preservation Plan so staff is recommending approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted that this home is also related to the brewery history and Conrad Graf was a Bavaria immigrant that worked at the brewery and he married Anna Hotz, the other daughter of Simeon Hotz. They built this house in HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 7 of 19 Kuenzli said she thinks it is also important to save this example of a brick cottage since we have lost several recently. MOTION: Builta moved to approve the designation of 412 North Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, and d. Michaud seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-O (Clore, DeGraw, and Wagner absent). 213 East Market Street. Bristow said that this property and the next one are really seen as an important part of a group of properties. She said that 213 East Market Street is the Anton Geiger House, which was built in 1870. Bristow noted that these properties are being presented chronologically, in the order in which they were built. Bristow said that this house is also an Italianate. She said that with the first property she had discussed the fact that the brackets usually are associated with a large cornice. Bristow said this property does have that large cornice that was not apparent in the first property. Bristow stated that this is a gable front house, with a crossing gable on the side and a bay on the other side. She said that it is also currently connected to the Wesley Foundation in the back. Bristow said it has had a one-story addition on the back. Bristow showed one historic photograph of the property. She showed where there was once a wraparound porch, which staff feels was removed some time prior to 1930. Bristow presented the side view, showing the projecting bay, a bit of a very early addition, and a one-story addition and where it connects to the Wesley Foundation. Bristow showed the property on a map and showed where it is in the same vicinity as the Union Brewery, which was originally the Hotz-Geiger Brewery, known for Anton Geiger. She stated that Geiger built the house near his brewery after it was constructed. Bristow said the brewery also has the Italianate details. Bristow pointed out, in the same vicinity, the Union Bakery; the much later Economy Advertising Building; St. Mary's and its rectory; several older homes in the general area; and the next property to be discussed later. She said this is now called the North Side Marketplace, but it was really a brewery -oriented area of town. Bristow said the house is not only significant because of its age and association with Anton Geiger but also the fact that it is still in the area with other landmark properties that were in existence at the same time. Bristow said this property is an example of a very intact Italianate house. She said it has segmented arch lintels over the windows. Bristow said the asymmetrical facade is very typical, with the door on one side and the two windows that go all the way to the sill on the house. She said the criteria that it meets includes both A and B, as well as C; because it is associated with the Geigers and the brewery; and D, also because it is associated with the Geigers, meaning significant people from our past. Swaim opened the public hearing. Blaedel said she is the Director of Spiritual Formation at the Wesley Center. She thanked the Commission for its work. Blaedel said that she both personally and organizationally does not HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 8 of 19 have any kind of ethics or values in contradiction to this designation, but the organization is concerned about some of the economic pieces of upkeep. She said it would therefore be helpful to have more information. Blaedel said that Bristow had discussed some of the incentives. She said that her organization is a small non-profit, and taking care of that building and any of the buildings it has is constantly a challenge for her staff. Blaedel said they see whatever moves that are made more in a kind of partnership, but they are finding themselves in need of some information and some information about incentives to do justice to the history and the legacy that they see themselves as a part of in this community. Bristow stated that the tax credits would work for a non-profit, it would just get a return, basically. She said the tax credits would help with ongoing upkeep, but they tend to be for a project that meets a certain dollar amount threshold, so it may be best sometimes to pool that work together. Bristow said the City is also very interested in making sure that preservation is achievable. She said that a fund was started this past summer, although she is not certain how it will work for a non-profit. Bristow said there is a matching grant for property owners who are under a certain income threshold in an owner-occupied residential situation. She said there is a matching no- interest loan for income properties or properties for which the owner is above a certain income level. Bristow said that she is not certain where this non-profit would fit with that, but something does exist along those lines. Bristow stated that with landmark designation, there is no qualification such as telling someone he needs to tuck point a brick area and it has to be done now; that doesn't happen. She said however, that expertise is provided, such as knowing contractors who are qualified and experienced, providing some of that information, helping ensure things are done properly, and helping with grant information. Bristow said that staff looks for grants frequently. She said staff is notified by the State and the National Park Service all the time about grants. Bristow said that if staff knows a property owner wants to do some work, staff lets the owner know that a grant is available. She said that the City is very helpful in applying for those, along with the property owner, if at all possible. Trimble said she represents Friends of Historic Preservation. She added that, as a non-profit, Blaedel's organization would also become eligible for Historic Resource Development grants for the house, once it is landmarked. Trimble said that Friends of Historic Preservation is here for non-profits. She said that Friends owns the Salvage Barn and can get materials, for the most part, below what the retail price would be. Trimble said that Friends is here to help with that type of thing. Swaim closed the public hearing. MOTION: Boyd moved to approve the designation of 213 East Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, c, and d. Agran seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore, DeGraw, and Wapner absent). From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: PlanningZoning Public Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place S-� FILED Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-3565240 (REZ18-00009) APR - 5 2018 Ordinance No. City Clerk Iowa City, Iowa Ordinance rezoning property located at 213 East Market Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) to CB -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP). (REZ18-00009) Whereas, the appli nt, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 21 East Market Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support with a istoric Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP); and Whereas, this struct a was originally constructed in 1870 by prominent participant in the brewery industry; Whereas, the Compreh sive Plan encourages the presery ion of historic buildings in the Northside Marketplace; and Whereas, Goal 1 of the Hi oric Preservation component f the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources sl nificant to Iowa City's pas with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; nd Whereas, the Historic Prese do Landmark designation, has found t at significance to Iowa City history, integri and Whereas, the Planning and Zonin Landmark designation rezoning, has fc protecting the historic character of the significance of the 19th century brewery it n Commission h# reviewed the proposed Historic it meets the cr' eria for landmark designation in its of location and design, and has recommended approval; >mmissi n has reviewed the proposed Historic that it meets the Comprehensive Plan goals of hsid Marketplace and emphasizing the historic y i his area; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Coun I f the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Pr a described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Ce/ing s Sup ort (CB -5) zone to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation OverlOHP) zong: Iowa City Original Towfeet of the \/Vest 40 feet of Lot 3 in Block 67 Section II. Zoning Map. TheInspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of tIowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publicatiodinance by law.Section III. Certification And . Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized*d directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of thZrepealed. ty Recorder of Johnson County,•,lowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealerdinances and parts of ordinancesAn conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are here Section V. Severabny section, provision or part of the drdinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconsti tional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20_ Ordinance No. Page 2 Mayor Approved by: Attest: City Clerk City Attonney's Office AILED APR - 5 2010 City Clerk va City, Iowa Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00009) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 213 East Market Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) to CB -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP). (REZ18-00009) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission,' has requested a rezoning of property located at 213 East Market Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was ' iginally constructed in 1870 by a prominent participant in the brewery industry; Whereas, the Comprehensive P n encourages the preservation of historic buildings in the Northside Marketplace; and Whereas, the Historic Preservatio Commission has Landmark designation, has found that meets the criteria significance to Iowa City history, integrity of catioi and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Cc n Landmark designation rezoning, has found th* protecting the historic character of the Northsic significance of the 19th century brewery industry in and design reviewed the proposed Historic for landmark designation in its and has recommended approval; ;ion has reviewed the proposed Historic meets the Comprehensive Plan goals of Marketplace and emphasizing the historic s area; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of;'the pity of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Central Business Support (CB -5) zone to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP, zone: Iowa City Original Town, North 75 feet of the West 40 feet of Lot 3 in Block 67 Section II. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. // Section V. Severability. If any s9ction, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such/adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Sinance as a whole or any section, provision or,,part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconiautiong Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final ageelapprTand publication, as provided by law.' -- ::In Passed and approved this day of 20y4m �; M � �K D 0 Mayor U_ EF 0 V i+ O C 0 O >. a � U 0 a CL a FILED 2018 APR -3 AM 11: 10 CITY CLERK IOWA CITY, 10 -NA Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-3565240 (REZ18-00009) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning approximately 6,000 square feet of property from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) z�ie located at 213 East Market Street. (REZ18-00009) I Whereas, the applicant, the H property located at 213 East Ma Business Support with a Historic P Whereas, this structure was c brewery industry; Whereas, the Comprehensive Northside Marketplace; and Whereas, the Historic Pres c Preservation Commission, hag' requested a rezoning of Street from Central Business ..6upport (CB -5) to Central on Overlay (CB -5 / OHP); and constructed in 1870 by a prominent participant in the Landmark designation, has found that it significance to Iowa City history, integrity of and the preservation of historic buildings in the Commission mhaseviewed the proposed Historic eets the criter' for landmark designation in its 116pation and desYgn, and has recommended approval; Whereas, the Planning and Zoning CoNlmisl Landmark designation rezoning, has found that it protecting the historic character of the Northside significance of the 19th century brewery industry in to Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council o tho Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Prope de current zoning designation of Central Business )Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OW) zone Iowa City Original Town, North 75/feet of the m as reviewed the propo�l Historic n etthe Comprehenpive Plea goals of rketplace and emphatiiZZing 4e hlsQic area; D —t N --i n r City of Iowa City, lowa�r- a rn scribed below is hereby n�edassirffed frs (CB -5) zone to Centraa&inb9s Su ort r w feet of Lot 3 in Block 67 Section II. Zoning Map. The Buildin Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa ty, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of Is ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And R ordin . Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized an5f directed to certify a copy of th'iordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County ecorder of Johnson County, lowdat the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All rdinances and parts of ordinances in cor'l�lict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby r ealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20_. `o T N FILED 2018 APR -2 AM 9*- 43 CITY CLERK IOWA CITY. IOWA R 0 El Y N U o U Z c� C N C Oa Q r o 77 s -r_. CITY O F IOWA CITY 59 -"'"�� MEMORANDUM Date: March 8, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 412 North Dubuque Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00006) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 412 North Dubuque Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. 412 North Dubuque Street is a single -story brick gable roof cottage, built between 1865 and 1875. The original owner of the lot was Sylvanus Johnson. It was later home to David Boarts, a prominent Iowa City builder responsible for several Iowa City university and public buildings, including the Old Science Building (now known as Calvin Hall). Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 412 North Dubuque Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 412 North Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The building is significant both because of its association with several prominent figures in Iowa City's history and its historic integrity. Landmark designation for 412 North Dubuque Street, a property in a High Density Multifamily Residential (RM -44) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-28-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1). the Central District Plan and 2). the Historic Preservation Plan. The subject property is located within Subarea A of the Central District. The Central District Plan discusses challenges this area faces in terms of balancing the needs of different housing types and residents, including many student rentals. The plan encourages the provision of incentives to maintain, improve, and reinvest in older housing stock in the area, which can include incentives tied to historic preservation (Central District Plan pg 14). The designation of 412 North Dubuque Street as a historic landmark would contribute to this goal, along with the broader Comprehensive Plan goal of preserving historic resources and reinvesting in older neighborhood (Central District Plan pg 2). Neighborhoods that are closest to the University March 8, 2018 Page 2 benefit from a mixture of housing types including historic resources where a diversity of people can live and work or go to school in the vicinity. The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 3 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning for the property at 412 North Dubuque Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. Goal 7: Establish and implement historic preservation objectives for the University of Iowa Campus and surrounding neighborhoods. Objective 7 of this Goal specifically supports efforts to preserve historic neighborhoods adjacent to the University Campus as the Campus expands, including avoiding negative impacts on individual historic resources. Local Landmark designation for 412 North Dubuque Street promotes this objective. Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modem needs, and economic health and stability. In the Dubuque Street Corridor neighborhood, Objective 2 provides more speck direction. Objective 2: Identify prospective sites for future redevelopment which will not adversely impact historic resources and include properties that are not individually eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Local Landmark designation for 412 North Dubuque Street promotes this objective by identifying this historic property as an area that is not appropriate for redevelopment. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — providing incentives to maintain and improve older housing stock, especially near the University Campus and identifying historic resources that are not currently protected by landmark designation. In staffs opinion, preservation of 412 North Dubuque Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area but would actively promote a diversity of housing stock and the preservation of historic resources. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00006, an application to designate 412 North Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM- 44/OHP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form 1 1r� Approved by:� Tracy Hights , Dire or Department of Neighborhood and Development Services �\ 0 0.005 0.01 0.02 P9ilcc 412 N. Dubuque Street t l mmww. . Pm tri hL -: VI Prepared By: Sylvia Bodwer Date Prepared: December 2017 kINLAW tj ' own. { J a' • b N *. ,th David Boarts House (aka Sylvanus Johnson House) 412 North Dubuque Street 412 N. Dubuque Street is a one-story brick Hall -and -Parlor type folk house and was constructed between 1866 and 1868. Architectural historian Molly Myers Naumann evaluated the site in 1996 and felt that the house was typical of others built in Iowa City in the 1860s to 1880s. The symmetrical fagade features single, segmental -arched windows with stone sills. The south fagade includes a three -window projecting bay. The current windows are 6 -over -6 double hung. The current door has a transom above. The house sits on a brick foundation. The north -projecting rear gable addition was added prior to 1892. To the south the rear addition was an open porch. The addition was extended to the east before 1912. The current rear elevation includes additions added after 1920. Historically, the house has been associated with the original owner of the lot, Sylvanus Johnson, purportedly the first brick maker in town. David Boarts, a brick mason and eventually a prominent Iowa City builder, bought the property in 1866 and was a resident as of 1868, according to the city directory. Boarts built several Iowa City university and public buildings, including the Old Science Building (now Calvin Hall). David's wife, Mary, was the daughter of George Kimball, who owned 1310 Cedar Street, another early Iowa City house. By 1882 David and Mary Boarts were the owners of 1310 Cedar Street; they sold 412 Dubuque Street in 1889. The next owners, Flora and Hiram Heath, expanded the original building almost to the current size prior to 1911. 412 North Dubuque Street is significant because of its architectural character and style, which is representative of early brick cottages in Iowa City, and its association with prominent local citizens. David Boarts House (aka Sylvanus Johnson House) 412 North Dubuque Street IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM EVALUATION SHEET ADDRESS: 412 North Dubuque SURVEY ID # 52-010—DO68 Iowa City, IA REVIEWED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant DATE: February 1996 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: A B_ C XD _ NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL YES _XNO __ _ CONSERVATION DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING_ _X_ NON—CONTRIBUTING _ This single story brick gable roof cottage appears to have been built between 1865 and 1875. It is a very simple vernacular structure with segmental arched openings. The facade is not truly symmetrical although the entrance is located between the two windows. This door features a transom but no sidelights. The polygonal bay window on the south (side) elevation also has segmental arched windows and appears to have been original. Additions have been made to the rear. This house is typical of many built in Iowa City during the 1860s -80s. These cottages featured segmental openings rather than the stone lintels of the earlier cottages, and the windows after c.1860 were somewhat taller and narrower. This house is a very good example of the brick cottage type and may be individually eligible with additional documentation. It is definitely a good contributing structure in the North Dubuque Conservation District. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS- Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: A _X B C _ D _ NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL YES_X_ NO _ CONSERVATION DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING X NON—CONTRIBUTING Traditionally this has been known as the "Sylvanus Johnson House." This attribution was based on the fact that Johnson was the original owner of the lot, and he was the first brick—maker in Iowa City (until 1856 he was the only brick—maker in Iowa City). However, this house does not fit the profile of the brick and stone cottages built in Iowa City prior to the Civil War, and was probably built after 1865. Even if it was not constructed by Sylvanus Johnson, this house is still significant as an early brick cottage and represents the development that occurred following the arrival of the railroad in 1856. It may be individually eligible (more historical documentation is needed) and is a strong contributing structure in the district. PREPARED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant ADDRESS: 167 W. Alta Vista, Ottumwa, IA 52501 AFFILIATION: Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission ADDRESS: 401 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 PHONE: (515) 682-2743 DATE: February 1996 PHONE: (319) 356-5243 0 OD a O r O rr4ry � 4 Aiq O r 4 •y � S � 1 c Property Characteristic Farm - Residential CFN 259-1402 Survey ID Number 52-010—D068 8/23/89 Database ID Number Street Address at 2 ter- nu+,uaue at, City Iowa C1ty County Johnson Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Range Section Quarter of Quarter d Location Integrity: OdOW Site X Moved , Moved to Original Site Endangered? Ng or Y_ If yes, whys Ground Plan: a Building Shapes) Tr, -P J Ar b. Widlh 3L by Depth 35 in units Architectural Styleffthstic Influences Key Stylistic Andhutes Code No ri;n1-;.v-+;w SbACiP Z m=ical facade, segmental arched 1 windows. bay Materials: Foundation walls Rod Number of Stories Roof Shape Buildcr(s) ME 7• I [ I L,S : 1 ....:.,.I I - JI Of. 1: original Construction Due igr%-79; bbdificationfAdditionDow. 1 1/2 Onntinns ion Shea I I significsnl blarior Comporams: Contimvnion_Shectll surveyor Comments: rantinaatioasheet rI Sources: Sanborn Fire insurance maps: 18881 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 19261 1933. Keyes, p. 23 North Side Survey 1981-82 R r Needs Further Study/Anomaly [ I Continuation Shea (1 Surveyor bbranki/Erwin/hauler Date 1995-96 Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 17 of 24 the homeowner's views, she is in favor of the designation. Signs understands as well the parameters of what the Planning & Zoning Commission is charged to do and therefore will reluctantly vote to approve this. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00006): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 412 N Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo sated this property is also located in the Central Planning District. It is zoned High Density Multi Family and currently contains one dwelling. It was built shortly after the Civil War. The Central District Plan encourages the investment in older housing stock and the maintenance of a variety of housing. Designation of 412 N Dubuque Street would help achieve these goals as well as the goal to identify and protect historic properties. Therefore staff finds this in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and recommends approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted this is a more modest one-story brick cottage built in the 1860s which is associated with early brick makers and masons. The house is associated with Sylvanus Johnson, purportedly the first brick maker in town, David Boarts, a brick mason and eventually a prominent Iowa City builder. In preservation the small simple house can be as significant as a large elaborate house and this home represents the early brick cottages in Iowa City and there are very few remaining examples so that is why this should be landmarked. Freerks closed the public hearing. Parson moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00006 an application to designate the property located at 412 N Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44/OHP). Theobald seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are three specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1, Goal 7 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. Martin asked if this property becomes a historic landmark would the owners have to change the front door. Miklo said they would not have to change it but if they decided to do so the City would provide direction for a door more suitable. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00007): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 6 of 19 Builta said it doesn't matter who agrees or disagrees, it is up to the Commission to determine if these properties meet the requirements. Boyd said he views this as one step in a multi -step process. He said that this is on the Commission's agenda, and the Commission is asked to do this. Boyd said that the Planning and Zoning Commission will talk about its issues, and ultimately the City Council will have to consider all of the things when it makes its decision. He said that the Commission's job is to weigh this particular decision, and he believes he certainly has enough information to make that decision. MOTION: Agran moved to approve the designation of 410/412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, d, and e. Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore, DeGraw, and Wanner absent). 412 North Dubuque Street. Bristow said this property is historically known as the Sylvanus Johnson House. She said that Sylvanus Johnson was a famous brick maker and the first brick maker in the City. Bristow said that Johnson owned the property originally. Bristow stated that through research, staff believes the house was actually built by the next owner, David Boarts. She said that Boarts' wife, Mary Kimball, was the daughter of George Kimball, who was also a prominent Iowa City resident. Bristow said that David and Mary Boarts owned this house from the time it was built in about 1866 until about 1889. She added that as a brick mason, David Boarts not only built this house but also built Calvin Hall. Bristow said that this house is an example of a hall and parlor -type house. She said that it is also one of the few small brick cottages left in town. Bristow said that on the south side, the house has a projecting bay of brick. She said that all of the windows have a lintel of standing brick. Bristow said there is also on the back a small, one- story addition. She said that in the kind of L created by the additions, there was an open porch at one time that has been enclosed since then. Bristow said that most of the additions have been in place since about 1911, except for the enclosed, kind of clapboard structure that one can see on the back. She said that might have been put in between 1920 and 1933; it is an extension of the porch enclosure. Bristow said this is a very well-maintained and intact version of the small hall and parlor type of house. She said that is why staff feels this not only meets criteria A and B but also D, for being associated with Sylvanus Johnson, who owned the property, and then David Boarts, who was the brick mason who built it and Calvin Hall. Swaim opened the public hearing. Swaim closed the public hearing. Swaim said this house has always caught her attention on Dubuque Street. She stated that the other brick houses are rather grand compared to this one, but the little is just important as the big. Swaim said it has its own kind of story to tell. She said the fact that Boarts was a brick mason contributes to the story of all of the other brick houses as well. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 7 of 19 Kuenzli said she thinks it is also important to save this example of a brick cottage since we have lost several recently. MOTION: Builta moved to approve the designation of 412 North Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, and d. Michaud seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore. DeGraw, and Wagner absent). 213 East Market Street Bristow said that this property and the next one are really seen as an important part of a group of properties. She said that 213 East Market Street is the Anton Geiger House, which was built in 1870. Bristow noted that these properties are being presented chronologically, in the order in which they were built. Bristow said that this house is also an Italianate. She said that with the first property she had discussed the fact that the brackets usually are associated with a large cornice. Bristow said this property does have that large cornice that was not apparent in the first property. Bristow stated that this is a gable front house, with a crossing gable on the side and a bay on the other side. She said that it is also currently connected to the Wesley Foundation in the back. Bristow said it has had a one-story addition on the back. Bristow showed one historic photograph of the property. She showed where there was once a wraparound porch, which staff feels was removed some time prior to 1930. Bristow presented the side view, showing the projecting bay, a bit of a very early addition, and a one-story addition and where it connects to the Wesley Foundation. Bristow showed the property on a map and showed where it is in the same vicinity as the Union Brewery, which was originally the Hotz-Geiger Brewery, known for Anton Geiger. She stated that Geiger built the house near his brewery after it was constructed. Bristow said the brewery also has the Italianate details. Bristow pointed out, in the same vicinity, the Union Bakery; the much later Economy Advertising Building; St. Mary's and its rectory; several older homes in the general area; and the next property to be discussed later. She said this is now called the North Side Marketplace, but it was really a brewery -oriented area of town. Bristow said the house is not only significant because of its age and association with Anton Geiger but also the fact that it is still in the area with other landmark properties that were in existence at the same time. Bristow said this property is an example of a very intact Italianate house. She said it has segmented arch lintels over the windows. Bristow said the asymmetrical facade is very typical, with the door on one side and the two windows that go all the way to the sill on the house. She said the criteria that it meets includes both A and B, as well as C; because it is associated with the Geigers and the brewery; and D, also because it is associated with the Geigers, meaning significant people from our past. Swaim opened the public hearing. Blaedel said she is the Director of Spiritual Formation at the Wesley Center. She thanked the Commission for its work. Blaedel said that she both personally and organizationally does not From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: PlanningZoningPublic Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E, Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place Z_i - 5 2018 Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356,,,5?_Srk (REZ18-00006) Iowa City, Iowa Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 412 North Dubuque Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP). (RE418-00006) Whereas, th applicant, the Historic Preservation Commissio has requested a rezoning of property located at 12 North Dubuque Street from High Density ulti-Family Residential (RM -44) to High Density Multi amity Residential with a Historic Preservati n Overlay (RM -44 / OHP); and Whereas, this stru ure was originally constructed between 865 and 1875 and was home to prominent Iowa City resi nts Sylvanus Johnson and David B rts; and Whereas, the Compr ensive Plan encourages the pr ervation of historic buildings in the neighborhoods surrounding a University of Iowa campus; nd Whereas, Goal 1 of the istoric Preservation comp ent of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources ignificant to Iowa Citv' past with the obiective of desianatina individual buildings as landmark • anc Whereas, the Historic Pres a Landmark designation, has found t significance to Iowa City history, integ and Whereas, the Planning and Zo Landmark designation rezoning, has providing incentives to maintain and iI Campus and identifying historic re: designation; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the current zoning designation of High Family with a Historic Preservation C 1 Commissl n has reviewed the proposed Historic it meets tfie criteria for landmark designation in its of locatio and design, and has recommended approval; Co fission has reviewed the proposed Historic U d at it meets the Comprehensive Plan goals of rov older housing stock, especially near the University Irc s that are not currently protected by landmark Council oNhe City of Iowa City, Iowa: Property d scribed below is hereby reclassified from its isity Multi -Fa slily (RM -44) zone to High Density Multi - y (RM -44 / OHh) zone: Iowa City OrigAal Town, North 50 feet of Lot 5 in Block 70 Section II. Zoning Mao. Th Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City o Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and public ion of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification nd Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby author' ed and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the ounty Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20_. Ordinance No. Page 2 Mayor Approved by: ce Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00006) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 412 North Dubuque Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP). (REZ18-00006) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 412 North Dubuque Street from High Density f ulti-Family Residential (RM -44) to High Density Multi -Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was originally constructed between 1865 and 1875 and was home to prominent Iowa City residents Sylvanus Johnson and David Boarts; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the preservation of historic buildings in the neighborhoods surrounding the University of Iowa campus; and Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that it meets the criteria for landmark designation in its significance to Iowa City history, integrity of location and design, and has recommended approval; and \ Whereas, the Planning and Zo}ing Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has Nund that it;meets the Comprehensive Plan goals of providing incentives to maintain and imp ve older 6iousing stock, especially near the University Campus and identifying historic resour s that are not currently protected * landmark designation; ;_� ZZ \ C') -Tl Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Couno of the City of Iowa City, lowaP::� Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Property described below is hereby ss&d fr�ts current zoning designation of High Density Multl Family (RM -44) zone to Degsity i - Family with a Historic Preservation Overlay ( M-44 % OHP) zone: E5 :m ? Q Iowa City Original Town, North 50 feet of Lot 5 in Block 70 _v o Section ll. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa ;City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County; Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20_ Ordinance No. Page 2 City Clerk Mayor 's Office CM ) Dy m a C-) -+n w -� r orn rn 0 Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ1M0006) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning approximately 4,000 square feet of property from High Density Multi -family Residential (RM -44) to High Density Multi -family Residential with a Historic Pr' ervation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP) zone lo�ated at 412 N. Dubuque Stree}r. (REZ18-00006) Whereas, the ap licant, the Historic Preservation G property located at 41North Dubuque Street from High to High Density Multi -fa ly Residential with a Historic Pr( Whereas, this structur was originally constructed prominent Iowa City resid- SyIvanus Johnson and Whereas, the Comprehe ive neighborhoods surrounding the r Whereas, the Historic Pre Landmark designation, has four significance to Iowa City history, it and Plan encourages ✓ersity of Iowa cai that it srity of Whereas, the Planning and Zonl Co mi Landmark designation rezoning, has fo d t at providing incentives to maintain and impro Her Campus and identifying historic resource that designation; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City C until 6( Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. roperty current zoning designation of High Densi Multi -far with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM- / OHP) mission, has requested a rezoning of Density Multi -family Residential (RM -44) servation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP); and ween 1865 and 1875 and was home to d Boarts; and preservation of historic buildings in the and §ion has reviewed the proposed Historic the criteria for landmark designation in its and design, and has recommended approval; ssion has reviewed the proposed Historic it meets the Comprehensive Plangoals of housing stock, especially r)epr the;lniversity are not currently protectWhby�ndrlT" N the City of Iowa City, Iowa: -<� �escribed below is hereby regQsifQ from nrt� (RM -44) zone to High D@nsfty 11 lti-fa zone: w Iowa City Original Town, North 50 feet of Lot 5 in Block 70 Section II. Zoning Map. The Bui ing Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of low City, Iowa, to conform, to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And ecordin . Upon passage an approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized Od directed to certify a copy of is ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the Court Recorder of Johnson County, lotya, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. \ Section IV. Repealer. All rdinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby re ealed. Section V. Severability. f any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutio I, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, prov sion or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20_. Ordinance No. Page 2 City Mayor Approved by: r rn -`.® 04-17-111 CITY OF IOWA CITY 5h1 ..'�� MEMORANDUM Date: March 8, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 319 E. Bloomington Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. The house was built in 1878-1879 by Conrad and Anna Graf prominent participants in the brewery industry. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 319 E. Bloomington Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 319 E. Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The building is significant as an important example of the Italianate style in Iowa City and for its association with the late 19th -century brewery industry in Iowa City and prominent local citizens. Landmark designation for 319 E Bloomington Street, a property in a Central Business Service (CB -2) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-213-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1). the Central District Plan and 2).the Historic Preservation Plan. The subject property is located within the Northside Marketplace, which is a part of the Central District. One of the Central District Plan's goals is to "preserve and promote the unique aspects of the Northside Marketplace" by "protect[ing] historic buildings as an integral part of the Northside Marketplace" (Central District Plan, page 57). The plan specifically mentions 319 E. Bloomington Street as a building within the Northside Marketplace that has historic and architectural significance that contributes to the historic character of the area. The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 2 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning March 8, 2018 Page 2 for the property at 319 E. Bloomington Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. This goal includes discussions of historic areas and neighborhoods in Iowa City, including Historic and Conservation districts. Goal 10 includes an objective that is relevant to the property. Objective 6: Incorporate historic preservation efforts in planning for the Northside Marketplace retail district (intersecting block at Market, Linn, Gilbert and Bloomington streets). This objective encourages emphasizing the significance of the brewery industry in the neighborhood's history and specifically refers to 319 E. Bloomington Street as a significant historic property in this area. Designating 319 E. Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark would contribute to this objective. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — protecting the historic character of the Northside Marketplace and emphasizing the historic significance of the 19th century brewery industry in this area. In staff's opinion, preservation of 319 E. Bloomington Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area. There are other existing historic properties that have been preserved in this neighborhood including the Union Brewery and Union Bakery both on the Linn Street and Market Street corner. In staff's opinion it also clearly meets the goal of preserving and promoting the unique aspects of the Northside Marketplace of the Central District plan. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00008, an application to designate 319 E. Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Service (CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-210HP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved by: � _U Tracy Hightsho , Director Department of Neighborhood and Development Services I �, u ..iii � q • � e J � J �.was IleAn application submitted by the City of r. Iowa City for rezoning of 9,150 square feet of property located at 319 E. Bloomington d Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) zone to CB -2 Historic Landmark (CB-2/OHD). ilk CITY OF IOWA CITY r-1-1 Conrad and Anna Graf House 319 East Bloomington 319 East Bloomington is a two-story Italianate-style brick house built in 1878-1879. The moderately pitched front gable has elaborate paired brackets, an oval window inset in stone, and returning cornices. The porch extends across the full front and has a flat/ hipped roof, a bracketed frieze, and square columns resting on a brick balustrade, which is likely a modification of the original full-length columns. The three -bay front has the entrance opening with a transom in the right (west) bay. A second entrance on the left may have been converted from an original window. Elaborately carved stone segmental arches with keystones are located above the windows and door. Other window elements include a bay window on the east facade with a bracketed and dentiled cornice. The front facade window openings on the first floor have wood panels extending to the floor. The house is associated with Conrad and Anna Graf and the late 19th -century brewing industry in Iowa City. Conrad Graf came to Iowa City from Bavaria in 1874 and was hired by the flourishing Union Brewery at 127-131 N. Linn Street. (Union Brewery was often known as Hotz and Geiger Brewery, for brewery partners Simeon Hotz and Anton Geiger.) In 1875, Conrad Graf married Anna ("Annie") Hotz, a daughter of Simeon Hotz and Barbara (Becker Williams) Hotz. (Another Hotz daughter, Clara, had married Anton Geiger, Hotz's partner.) In 1878 Conrad and Anna Graf built the stately brick Italianate at 319 E. Bloomington, east of the brewery. Conrad Graf eventually became the owner of Union Brewery. The business, through many evolutions, stayed in the family for decades—as did the house until the 1950s. 319 East Bloomington is locally significant as an important example of the Italianate style and for its association with the thriving brewery industry in late 19th -century Iowa City and prominent local citizens. J*� Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52-03269 ® New ❑ Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (January 28, 1997) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncordrlbuting ❑ Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply) ❑ Listed ❑ De-listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE Review & Compliance No. ❑ Non-Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Conrad and Anna Graf House other names/site number 2. Location street & number 319 East Bloomington Street City or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (If Rural) Township: Name No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter (If Urban) Subdivision Original Town Block(s) 58 Lots) F.. IS' of Lot 3. W. 65' ofIAt 2 site structure object (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property Contributing Noncontributing 1 0 1 0 (Do not Include previously listed resources) buildings sites structures objects Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter'NIA' If the property is not part of a multiple property examination). Tilde HisforicalrArchitectural Date Bass Number Iowa City Original Town Plat Phase H Study 52-032 G. Function or Use Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from Instructions) 01A01p061ESTIC(incledw ll' elreeidm= 021FICOAIMERCErMADE/ f iional (office) from Instructions) 05IATE VICrOR1ANntelianste foundation o4 STONFJ walls 03 BRICK/ roof 08 ASPHALT other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) plicable National Register Criteria (Mark')f in one or more boxes for criteria that may quality the property for National Kegiscer nsung) Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. Yes 0 No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property yields significant Information In archaeology or history. Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. ❑ B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 C A birthplace or grave. years. D Acemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from Instructions) 02 ARCHITECTURE 17 INDUSTRY Significant Person (Complete N National Register Criterion B is marked above) Conrad W. Christian SCMer see Significant Dates Construction date Other dates Architect/Builder Archilect nnknom% euffder WHICH MUST BE sources used in preparing this form 1. Map showing the property's location in a town/city or township 2. Site plan showing position of buildings and structures in the nominated area In relation to adjacent public road(s). 3. Photographs: representative black and white photos. If the photos are taken as part of a survey for which the Society is to be curator of the negatives or color slides, a photo/catalog sheet needs to be included with the negatives/slides and the following needs to be provided below on this particular inventory site: Roll/slide sheet # 9616 Frame/slot # 20 Date Taken 4/15/98 Roll/slide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Taken Roll/slide sheet # Frame/slot # Date Taken ❑ See continuation sheet or attached photo 8 slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries. ❑ Photosfillustrations without negatives are also In this site Inventory file FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL 1. Farmstead 8 District. (List of structures and buildings, known or estimated year built, and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Barn: a. A sketch of the frameltruss configuration in the form of drawing atypical middle bent of the barn. b. A photograph of the loft showing the frame configuration along one side. . e..... -I-- ..r rtio Inmdnr emrn nnannampnfc atnnn with the hare's exterior dimensions In feet. W414110(1 Qf (Ytl41VH.p4Rou'4101. aubpwurq, .,L6J r �� u •.� u •.... - - . bcajly deslgnaterl propertyw Fart a[a locally designated dlsti%t Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Conrad and Anna Graf House Johnson Name of Property County In Iowa 7. Narrative Description Site Number 52-03269 This 2 -story single-family dwelling was built in ca. 1880 according to the Tax Assessor's records. The 1879 Sanborn map, the earliest map to depict this section of East Bloomington Street, confirms its presence by that date. Property Transfer Records indicate that Conrad Graf bought the property in 1878 and the 1878-79 city directory shows his family residing at this location. The house is similar in design to two other houses built by Anton Geiger at 213 East Market Street and the Joseph Koza House at 618 East Davenport Street. The Graf House is built in the Italianate Style with a front -gable roof plan and a combination flat/hipped roof porch extending across the full front. The porch has a bracketed frieze and square columns resting on a brick balustrade. A sloping concrete ramp connects to the porch at the west end. The house's cornice line has elaborate paired brackets and the moderate pitched front -gable has returning cornices. An oval window inset in stone is centered beneath the gable peak. The duce -bay front has the entrance opening with transom in the left (east) bay. Elaborate carved stone segmental arches with keystones are above the windows and door. Other fenestration elements include a bay window on the east fagade with a bracketed and dentiled cornice. All window sash are 1/I double-hungs though the originals were probably configured as 2/2. The window openings on the first floor have wood panels extending to the floor?. The house is set on a stone foundation and its walls are concocted of brick probably produced at a local brickwork s. 8. Statement of Significance This house is an important local example of the Italianate Style, its scale and construction type uncommon in Iowa City. Though several changes have been made to the building (possible balustrade replacement and ramp addition), it retains its most important Italianate features. As a result, the house is eligible for the National Register under Criterion C. In addition, the building qualifies for the National Register because of its association with Iowa City's late 19" century brewing industry and the lives of two of its most important brewers, Conrad Graf and his son-in-law, Christian Senner. Conrad Graf came to Iowa City from Bavaria in 1874 and went to work in the brewery industry. The following year he married Annie Holz, daughter of Simon Holz, owner of the Union Brewery. Graf became proprietor of the Union Brewery located at 127-131 North Linn Street (National Register listed) and in ca. 1878 had this house built for his new family just a half block to the east. Christian Senner came to Iowa City in 1888 and went to work at the Union Brewery. In 1896, Senner married Conrad Graf s daughter, Anna M. Graf. When the Conrad died a few years later, Christian and Anna moved into the family house at 319 East Bloomington Street though they never owned it. In addition to being an important brewmasler, Senner was active in the German Aid Society in Iowa City. The house eventually passed to Anna's brothers, Otto Graf and William Graf. 9 Maior Bibliographic References Aumer, Clarence. History ojJohnson County, Iowa. Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Western Publishing Co., 1912, p. 202. History ojJohnson County, Iowa. Iowa City, Iowa, 1883, p. 832. Keyes, Margaret. Nineteenth Century Home Architecture ojlowa City, Iowa City: University of Iowa Press, 1966, pp. 74-75. Iowa City city directories, 1875-76, 1878-79, 1891-92, 1893-94, 1897-98, 1899-1900. Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. 1136-1906, North Side Neighborhood Survey, 1981. Sanborn maps, 1879, 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933, and 1933 updated to 1970. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 13 of 24 Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted that this house with its history and architecture showcases the unique character of the Northside Market Place and this house, 213 East Market Street, is specifically mentioned in the Central District Plan as an integral part of the area. It is one of two Italianate houses being discussed this evening that tell the story of this city's late 19 -century brewery industry and its brew masters. Anton Geiger built this Italianate house in 1870 after he built the Union Brewery, also known as the Hotz and Geiger Brewery, as Anton Geiger married Hotz's daughter. Geiger used similar architecture details on his house as he used on the brewery. Paired scrolled brackets with dentils in the frieze band under the roof overhang are some of those features. This house has been owned and cared for by Ann Hughes and the Wesley Foundation since 1945. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00009, an application to designate 213 East Market Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Support (CB -5) to CB -5 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-5/0HP). Parsons seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are two specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. She added that adding this home (and the next one on the agenda) to the Iowa City Historic Landmark really contributes to the planning goals for this whole area. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0 REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00008): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 319 E Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo noted this property is also located in Central Planning District — North Market Place. It is zoned Central Business Service Zone. It is currently use as an office building, in addition to the historic building in the front, there is a modern addition in the back. It was built in the 1870s for Conrad and Ann Graff, who operated the brewery where the Blue Bird Diner is currently located Like the previous property this property was specifically identified by the residents and business owners who participated in the Northside Market Planning Workshops as a key property to add to the projected properties in the Central Planning District. It possesses the scale and historic character that the community desires to preserve in this mixed use neighborhood. It preservation would be in compliance with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan, those of the Central District Plan as well as the Preservation Plan so staff is recommending approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted that this home is also related to the brewery history and Conrad Graf was a Bavaria immigrant that worked at the brewery and he married Anna Hotz, the other daughter of Simeon Hotz. They built this house in Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 14 of 24 1878-1879 and compared to the Geiger house this one is a more ornate Italianate style with elaborate frames around window in the peak and the arches over the second story windows. This house is also mentioned in the Central District Plan as an integral part of this area, this house has been well maintained over the decades and commercially used. It really is part of the story of historical brewing in Iowa City. Joy Smith (1317 Rochester) owns this property with her partner David Rust. Smith read prepared remarks regarding this property. We have always considered ourselves supporters of historic preservation. For many years we were members of the Friends of Historic Preservation. We have lived in the center of Iowa City since 1984- for 6 years at 523 Church Street, for 25 years at 915 Bloomington Street, and since 2016 at 1317 Rochester. We completely renovated the Bloomington Street home, an effort recognized in 1994 with a Certificate of Special Merit awarded by the IC Historic - Preservation Commission. With the building of our current home in 2016 we took particular care to assure that its design and construction integrated into the existing older homes that surround it. In 1999, we purchased the property at 319 Bloomington, which is now under consideration for Historic Landmark designation. While we were certainly attracted by the original Italianate structure that anchors the building, we purchased the building as a commercial investment, recognizing th at a significant percentage of the rentable commercial space in the building is within the two non -historic additions. We have strived to maintain this property in a manner consistent with its character and respectful of its architectural features. However, it was neverour intent to place the building on the National Register. Frankly, it was a disconcerting to us, as admirers of historic buildings and committed members of the Northside and Goosetown neighborhoods, to find ourselves opposed to an action of the Historic Preservation Commission. But, that is where we stand. Weare here this evening to ask that you deny the request of the Historic Preservation Commission to designate 319 Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark. Although we are the owners of the building, we did notinvite this designation and we were not asked if we wished the City to proceed in this manner. Rather, we were informed of the Preservation Commission's intent afterthe decision to seek Historic Landmark designation was made. We understand the proposed designation is legal, but we do not think it is fair. Nor do we think it takes a comprehensive, thoughtful approach to planning for the North Market Square Neighborhood. Let us be clear. We do NOTobject to the zoning overlays that would require us to submit any plans forrepairs and improvements to an additional level of review. While the zoning overlay may incur extra renovation and repair cost for us in some situations, we are willing to bear thatcost. Ourobjection is that, unless the building is completely destroyed by fire or other natural disaster, the designation forbids the demolition of the building in oemetuity. 319 Bloomington is on a block thatis ripe forredevelopment. Ourpropertyis adjoined to the south and west bytwo large parking lots (one of which is owned bythe City). On the eastitadjoins two houses that are owned by Mercy Hospital. One of those houses is currently unoccupied. While we do not know what Mercy intends for those properties, itis a strong possibility that they will eventually demolish the homes. Developers who wish to purchase our property and put up yet another student apartment complex have approached us repeatedly. We have ignored those overtures They are not good for our neighborhood. We suspect that fear of more of this kind of development is one of the concerns that prompted the requests for Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 15 of 24 Historic Landmark designation. Others in ourneighborhood have previously asked the Cityto facilitate a comprehensive planning process forthis very critical block. Such a process would bring together property owners and stakeholders from the neighborhood to envision future development for the entire block that is good for the property owners, residents of the neighborhood and the Cityas a whole. We heartilysupport this approach. Designating 319 Bloomington as a Historic Landmark is not good planning. It is a shortsighted, fearful response to the unknown. It targets one small piece of property in isolation of any development that may occur around it and seeks to put restrictions on the property in perpetuity. It hamstrings us, as owners of the property, asking us to bear an inordinate amount of risk about how property surrounding us may be redeveloped with little flexibility about how we might position ourselves in thatprocess. Because designation as a Historic Landmark is an overlay zone, rather than an historic neighborhood designation, none of the other property owners on this block are asked to bear the same risk. Finally, we are pleased that you are considering each proposed designation separately. The properties are not similarly situated and the owners have varying perspectives and interests. The best decision for a particular property is not necessarily correct foranother. Smith also thanked Jim Larew for his remarks because the issues of making a commercial property cash flow are part of what is at question here. This is not a residential house they live in. Freerks closed the public hearing Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00008, an application to designate 319 E. Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Central Business Service (CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP). Parsons seconded the motion. Signs admitted he is struggling with this designation on this property (and perhaps a few others) for the very reasons the Smith raised. He applauds the Historic Preservation Commission for getting ahead of these things as opposed to the reactionary problem the City faced with the cottages on South Dubuque Street. His concern, particularly for this home, it that it is an island within a block of non -historic homes and it does potentially limit for property owners, on all sides of that property, what can be done in those area. He struggles with balancing the historic preservation needs and the needs of the greater community and neighborhoods. Signs noted the frustration is it got to this point, to the point where this historic house is surrounded by two parking lots. Signs referenced a property in Coralville where one older home has held out and new development has been created all around it likely leaving that one older home with diminished property value now. Freerks asked if Miklo could talk about the zoning of the properties surrounding this property. Miklo noted the area is zoned CB -2 and to the north a bit it changes to RNS-12. He added that with regards to the two parking lots, the goal is for those to eventually be built upon, but in the Northside Market Place Comprehensive Plan it talks about building at a smaller scale compatible with what is there now and not building large downtown sized buildings. Other new buildings in that area are of smaller nature as well. Miklo noted that Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 16 of 24 in terms of a Form -Based Code for this area the thought is they would codify what is there, and allow two, three or four story buildings (if there is a bonus allowed) for some of the infill The goal is for a main street character, less density than downtown. Hektoen added that with the home at 319 East Bloomington Street, with the nonconforming additions those can be demolished and redeveloped. Freerks stated there are areas where there are islands of historic preservation throughout, the just voted on recommending one on North Dodge Street, and in this case a good portion of the lot could be developed, money could be made. Miklo noted that the difference of a landmark and a historic district is that a historic district is a whole area, and this whole neighborhood doesn't qualify for a historic district, so the Historic Preservation Commission had to look at individual structures to see what rose to such a special level in terms of architecture and history that is should be preserved as an individual property. There are other properties in this area that are old, more than 50 years old, but they don't rise to the level of character or have the background this property does. Signs stated he also is struggling with another piece of this, because this planning process with the North District is ongoing they know there is interest in coming up with a plan (for some time) for this area, it seems premature to make these designations before that plan is complete. Miklo said the current plan in place specifically identifies these two buildings (213 East Market and 319 East Bloomington) being appropriate for preservation. The goal of the next planning process is to come up with designs that are compatible for other lots in this area. Martin asked if the homeowners (Smith and Rust) contacted either Miklo or Swaim to ask about repercussions for the landmark designation. Miklo stated there was an open house back in October when they invited property owners to explain the process, ramifications, and regulations and after that there was a public hearing at the Historic Preservation Commission level. Freerks noted that living in a conservation area near downtown herself, she understands the burden of rising property taxes and feels perhaps the City could find solutions to help alleviate some of the tax burden for structures that are designated as landmarks so there is some type of give-and-take. People are being asked to maintain their structures and uphold them in the community, which can be more than honorable, so the City should also assist. Signs agreed that would be a great idea. Miklo noted that topic came up on the discussions with the property owners, and there is a provision in the Iowa Code that allows counties to abate property taxes on historic properties. Therefore it is on the Historic Preservation Commission's work program to explore that option with the Council. Martin added that while she is supportive of this, as she wants to see these special properties preserved, her hesitation is designating this particular property at 319 East Bloomington Street without the support of the homeowner. Hektoen noted the Planning & Zoning Commission role as is to review the designations for compliance to the Comprehensive Plan. The homeowner has the right to object to this at the City Council level and could provoke a super majority approval. Freerks noted there are three specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1, Goal 7 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals and while she respects Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 17 of 24 the homeowner's views, she is in favor of the designation. Signs understands as well the parameters of what the Planning & Zoning Commission is charged to do and therefore will reluctantly vote to approve this. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00006): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 412 N Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo sated this property is also located in the Central Planning District. It is zoned High Density Multi Family and currently contains one dwelling. It was built shortly after the Civil War. The Central District Plan encourages the investment in older housing stock and the maintenance of a variety of housing. Designation of 412 N Dubuque Street would help achieve these goals as well as the goal to identify and protect historic properties. Therefore staff finds this in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and recommends approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted this is a more modest one-story brick cottage built in the 1860s which is associated with early brick makers and masons. The house is associated with Sylvanus Johnson, purportedly the first brick maker in town, David Boarts, a brick mason and eventually a prominent Iowa City builder. In preservation the small simple house can be as significant as a large elaborate house and this home represents the early brick cottages in Iowa City and there are very few remaining examples so that is why this should be landmarked. Freerks closed the public hearing. Parson moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00006 an application to designate the property located at 412 N Dubuque Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44/OHP). Theobald seconded the motion. Freerks noted there are three specific Comprehensive Plan goals related to this proposal (Goal 1, Goal 7 and Goal 10) and she believes this clearly meets those goals. Martin asked if this property becomes a historic landmark would the owners have to change the front door. Miklo said they would not have to change it but if they decided to do so the City would provide direction for a door more suitable. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. REZONING ITEM (REZ18-00007): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 9 of 19 319 East Bloomington Street. Bristow said this property is the Conrad and Anna Graf House. She said that Conrad Graf was also involved with the brewery, and Anna Graf was the daughter of the Hotz who was part of the Geiger-Hotz Brewery. Bristow said that after the original Hotz and Geiger had passed on, Conrad Graf became more fully involved in the brewery. She said that again, one can look at this as a property that is part of the whole brewery area and kind of a suite of buildings. Bristow stated that this is also an Italianate house. She said it has a beautiful oval window in the front gable that has been noted by many authors including Keyes, and Irving Weber. Bristow said the house was built in 1878 to 1879, so about eight to nine years later than the Geiger House. Bristow said the house has beautiful lintels and a beautiful door and also has an asymmetrical facade. She said that the porch has been altered a little bit. Bristow said that one can see that there is a bay on the west side. She added that there is also a small addition that was probably some kind of one-story kitchen addition originally. Bristow said there is a more recent, more modern addition on the back. Bristow said that, like the first property discussed, these additions are very sensitively done. Because of the fact that they are in the back, she said that they are not impacting the street view and the main facade of the house. Bristow said the house is wonderfully preserved and intact and has many of its original details. She showed a map and pointed out the property's proximity to the other landmark properties in the area, including the brewery, the Geiger House, and the bakery. Bristow said that staff finds that this property meets criteria A and B, as stated; as well as criterion C, because it is associated with the whole brewery area and the brewers themselves; and D, because it is associated with Conrad Graf and Anna Hotz, and they were associated with the brewery of Hotz and Geiger. Swaim opened the public hearing. Rust said that he and his wife, Joy Smith, own this property. He read his statement, saying there are a couple of general things they want to talk about and also some more specific questions. Rust read the following statement We own the property at 319 Bloomington which has been used for commercial purposes since the early 1960's and which we purchased for commercial use in 1999. We have long supported historic preservation in Iowa City. This is demonstrated by our purchase of the building at 319 Bloomington Street, our maintenance of the building for the nearly twenty years we've owned it and by our renovation of the home we occupied for 25 years at 915 Bloomington Street. We have two general comments about the timing and process of this historic landmark proposal. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 10 of 19 We believe it would be wise to delay this process until after the federal and State tax legislation is negotiated and voted on. At the federal level, the House bill eliminates tax credits for improvements to historic landmark buildings. The Senate bill preserves them. It is unknown whether credits will be included in the final bill. The State Legislature is chomping at the bit to pass tax cut legislation. Our local legislators predict this legislation will be a top priority for the majority party in the coming session. No one knows what will be included in this bill. Tax credits are one of the primary incentives for property owners of historic landmark buildings. It seems unfair to ask property owners to support this designation until the immediate future of tax credits is determined. We would also prefer to have our building in the 319 block of Bloomington considered for this designation at the same time that other buildings in the 300 block are considered. City staff and a Commission member have told us that preparatory research is under way to designate the other red brick historic property in the 300 block as an historic landmark. We think all properties on this block should be considered at the same time. We don't necessarily think it is reasonable to place this designation and its attendant restrictions on one property and not another. Now some more specific questions: We have reviewed the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook and have a few questions. Section 2.8 of the Handbook indicates that if the City denies a permit to a property owner, one option available to the owner is to apply for economic hardship status. The handbook includes the following language: The property in question cannot yield a reasonable return if required to comply with the requirements and standards specified in this Article. It is not sufficient to show that the potential return will be reduced as a result of these regulations, but rather it must be demonstrated that the resulting reduction would be near confiscation. What does this statement mean with regard to a commercial building? How is this a reasonable standard for a commercial building that by its very nature should be income producing? Our property has two non -conforming additions. What restrictions would apply to any modifications we wish to make to those additions in the future? Would the modifications to these additions have to meet the standard for historic landmark buildings or would they be considered as non -historic additions and be held to this lesser standard? Next, if a non -conforming alteration has been made to a building prior to its designation as an historic landmark, can the owner be required to return that portion of the building to a conforming standard or situation? Finally, there is parking at the front of our building. At some point the concrete on that parking area will need to be replaced. Would this require approval by the Commission? If so, could the approval be denied because the lot is "in front" of the building? Parking is always a major asset for a commercial property. Bristow said she could answer at least some of the questions, although she might have to research the question about economic hardship, as it is not something she has looked into much. She asked Swaim if that has been a frequent issue, and Swaim said she did not recall a time when that was a consideration. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 11 of 19 Regarding the additions, Bristow said that there is no requirement that an owner change anything that is currently on the property once it becomes a landmark. She said there would not be a requirement, for example, to take the more modern addition in the back and make it look like the house or make any changes to it whatsoever. Bristow said that if the owners wanted to remove that addition and build something else, it would come before the Commission. She said that because it is not historic, there would be some review process that it would go under. Bristow said however, that it could be say, removed, and then rebuilt in a different way. Bristow said that the kind of kitchen addition with the gable is likely historic. She said that removing that would most likely be problematic. Rust asked about the other additions. Bristow said that an application would be required because they are part of the property, but if Rust wanted to remove one of those additions and have it not be there, the Commission would likely approve that kind of thing. She stated that if Rust wanted to remove one of those additions and build something else or a different configuration of addition, staff would work through to get something that would be approved. Rust said that any kind of repairs or that sort of thing he would just do in keeping with that particular part of the structure would then be acceptable. Bristow said that is basically accurate. She said that Rust would put in applications for those, and it would be just making sure that things are done right. Bristow said that because this property has been kept up so well, she doubted that there would be any issues with that. Bristow said that beyond the tax credits, there are zoning incentives. She said there might be a possibility of waiving some parking requirements, depending on use. Bristow said there are waivers that the zoning officials can make if an historic property is protected - if an owner decides to develop the property further. Regarding the parking itself, Bristow said it would be grandfathered in. She stated that there should not be an issue unless the owners would want to say expand parking into the front yard, which could be problematic. Bristow said that if the owners need to redo the concrete or change it to blacktop or those types of things, they would put in an application if the project requires a building permit. She said that otherwise, there would not be an issue. Bristow said she would let the owners know what she finds out about the economic hardship item in the Handbook. Trimble said that about three years ago she and Corcoran did go through all of these landmarks. She said that she wanted to let Rust know that these landmark proposals have been in progress for more than two years. Trimble stated that the fact that this has finally been allowed to come up is unfortunate timing with the tax credits. She said, however, that when this process was initiated, there was no inkling in anyone's mind that tax credits might be going away, since they make more money for the federal treasury than any other form of tax credits. Swaim closed the public hearing HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 12 of 19 Boyd said he appreciates the thoughtfulness of the property owner's comments. He said that these are sometimes not easy decisions, and he always appreciates when people come in having really been thoughtful about what the process is and weighing all kinds of things. Agran mentioned the comment about lumping the property in with other potential properties and asked if, in terms of how one looks at designating properties in the future, designating this property now would not change anything about the argument surrounding future properties. Bristow said she believes that is correct. She said that ultimately this property is being looked at alone and on its own. Bristow said it does have associations with existing buildings in the area, and so that just adds to its significance. She said the other buildings on that block that Rust had mentioned are being researched and are potentially going to come before the Commission in the future, probably individually and not necessarily as a district. Bristow said there is not anything in the works in terms of a formal district right here at this point. She said the discussion is about individual properties. Bristow said these are being looked at as a group of residential brick structures. She said that their uses might not currently be wholly residential, but originally they were built to be residential. Bristow said staff and the Commission are not looking right now at commercial buildings or that kind of thing, just because this group is residential, brick structures. Swaim stated that this is more of a thematic grouping. Boyd said that the Commission is in a place to try to move on these things, since there has been a backlog on trying to move them through as groups. He said that this is not the last of these that the Commission will be looking at. Boyd said the Commission has heard from the development community about providing some proactive clarity about where these things are. He said he thinks the Commission should move on that, and there are other opportunities for people to weigh in. MOTION: Kuenzli moved to grant local landmark designation to the property at 319 East Bloomington Street based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria, a, b, c, and d. Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore, DeGraw. and Wagner absent). 504 East Bloominoton Street Bristow stated that this is the George and Helen Hummer house and was built in 1880. She said that it has Italianate details as well as Victorian details. Bristow showed the front gable structure and said that while originally a porch wrapped around both sides of that, now it is divided into separate porticos. She showed the cross gable on the side and said that it is partially bracketed. Bristow said the house really shows elements of the Victorian architecture in the gables, while some of the details show a little bit of the Italianate that is left over in the heavy cornice with its brackets as well. She showed how the cross gable comes out and where the front porch originally did wrap around to both sides. Bristow said this is really a very grand house. Bristow said that Helen Hummer originally owned most of this block. Bristow said that it was unusual for a woman in the 1800s to be kind of a land speculator. She said that Helen Hummer We wish to offer our thoughts about the proposal now before this Commission concern- ing six properties located within the Northside neighborhood. We preface these com- ments affirming our commitment to and the benefit of preserving historic properties. We hope to make three points: The thought and research that went into gathering these v", n niaIVGU11. properties into one propos- al is commendable. The properties are consistent and cohesive from an historic per- spective. Given the unfortunate history destroying the Civil War cottages, as only one example, the impulse to gather properties together for proposed protection is a good thing. While grouping the properties is understandable, the Commission will note the properties' very individual character. We opened each link to view the pro- posed properties and were struck by how dissimilar their situations appear. For ex- ample, the 1029 North Dodge Street property (corner of Hilltop Tavern and Prairie du Chien) is one of the first homes seen coming in from the north on Highway 1, an anchor property surrounded by a largely settled array of businesses and homes. By contrast, the property at 319 Bloomington, embedded in the Northside Market Place, exists in a block whose future is much up in the air. This commercial property is like an island set among parking lots (one City -owned), bordered by two older frame houses (one unoccupied) owned by Mercy Hospital, which may well be converted into hospital -related purposes in future. The Commission must approach each of these proposed properties with consideration given to their dissimilarities as well as their historic similarities. 2. The North Marketplace deserves careful attention and planning by the City and the neighborhood, not spot zoning. At several neighborhood discussions, over a year or more, with the City, its consultants and with developers, Northside neighbors have urged a comprehensive planning process for the larger Northside business district, most especially but not exclusively the block in which 319 Bloomington is located. There is such enormous potential waiting to be revealed and tapped on this block. Singling out by an historic designation one prop- erty from the surrounding properties does not advance the goal of thoughtful planning. Even more notable, it leaves the potential for other property owners on the block to build as they will. We need more discussion about how to have development of the historic Northside Marketplace. 3. While historic designation of individual properties without owner consent is legal, it may be unfair. We are familiar with, supported, lived under and, indeed, developed, within the City's commendable framework to designate historic neighborhoods. The proposal before this Commission does not, however, create an area or neighborhood. Under this new con- cept, the Commission must consider that selecting parcels for individualized designa- tion, however their historic appeal, may result in disproportionate burdens on property owners, burdens that are bourn in perpetuity. Large-scale developers seek and are granted TIFs and other incentives to build projects, by definition deemed to be in the public interest. Unlike large scale developers, property owners who complete historic preservation projects get no such financial incentives or relief for their contributions, all the while welcoming City accolades. For these reasons, we request that the Commission: 1. Consider carefully each of the aforesaid properties in the context of its unique situa- tion. As a first step, those properties whose owners agree with no opposition may be approved now. More complicated decisions should be deferred for future discussion and consideration. 2. Recognize the singular nature of the Northside Marketplace area and take steps to advance concepts to drive future development of the area as an historic entity. Respectfully submitted, Linda McGuire and Anne Burnside 610/616Ronalds Street From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: PlanningZoning Public Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place S� Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 5223`1 3565240 (REZ18-00008) APR — 5 ma Ordinance No. City Clerk :0.kuafil Ordinance rezoning property located at 319 East Bloom _4 Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP). (REZ18-00008) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 319 East Bloomington Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service wit . a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP); and Whereas, this struture was originally constructed in 1878-1879 by prominent participants in the brewery industry; Whereas, the Compr ensive Plan encourages the preservation of historic buildings in the Northside Marketplace; and Whereas, Goal 1 of the storic Preservation compon t of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources ignificant to Iowa City's p st with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks, and Whereas, the Historic Prase ation Commission as reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found at it meets the riteria for landmark designation in its significance to Iowa City history, integri of location andesign, and has recommended approval; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commi ion has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has foun that t meets the Comprehensive Plan goals of protecting the historic character of the Nort i e Marketplace and emphasizing the historic significance of the 19th century brewery industry this area; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Cou it oft City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Pr party de ribed below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Central Busi ss Service B-2) zone to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 OHP) zone: Iowa City Original Town, East 65 feet Lot 2 block 58 excepti the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof. Section Il. Zoning Map. The ilding Inspector is hereby aXordina d directed to change the zoning map of the City of I we City, Iowa, to conform toment upon the final passage, approval and publicati n of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification d Recordin . Upon passage anf the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authoriz d and directed to certify a copy ofce and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section VSection V. Severabilii . If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20. Ordinance No. Page 2 Mayor Approved by: FIL J APR - 5 Iola City Clerk Iowa City, Iowa Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-3565240 (REZ18-00008) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 319 East Bloomington Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP). (REZ18-00008) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 319 East Bloomington Street from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was originally constructed in 1878-1879 by prominent participants in the brewery industry; Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the preservation of historic buildings in the Northside Marketplace; and Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that it meets the criteria for landmark designation in its significance to Iowa City history, integrity of location and design, and has recommended approval; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning 'Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found :that it meets the Comprehensive Plan goals of protecting the historic character of the Northside Marketplace and emphasizing4e historic significance of the 19th century brewery industry in this area; — o CD m -C-) a Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa?= Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Property described below is here*266 d f its current zoning designation of Central Business Service (CB -2) zone to Cent[oRuslness ice with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP) zone: rn = Iowa City Original Town, East 65 feet of Lot 2 block 58 excepting the South 6D feet Q0he East 10 feet thereof. C3 Section 11. ZoningSection Zonin�Mal). The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa;City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And Recording. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section VSection V. Severabilii . If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of 20 . Ordinance No. Page 2 Attest: City Clerk Mayor Approved by: Office \, N J m r rn �x 0 Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00008) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning approximately 9,150 square feet of property from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / OHP) Bloomington Street. (REZ18-00008) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Comm property located at 319 East Bloomington Street from Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / Whereas, this structure was originally constructed in 18� the brewery industry; Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the p(k: Northside Marketplace; and located at 319 East on, has requested a rezoning of isiness Service (CB -2) to Central P); and 879 by prominent participants in of historic buildings in the Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission as reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that it meets significance to Iowa City history, integrity of location and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commi Landmark designation rezoning, has found that protecting the historic character of the Northside significance of the 19th century brewery industry in 1 Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Q Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. F current zoning designation of Central Busir with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -2 / Iowa City Original Town, East 65 feet of the riteria for landmark designation in its an design, and has recommended approval; N 0 ss' n has reviewed the �opos Hlgt it meets the Comprehens"-131a goals_df Marketplace and empha�40b t�e hislerie is area; N the City of Iowa City, Iowa: described below is hereby resF sifiel from its vice (CB -2) zone to Central dusinesEservice zone: block 58 excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 t thereof. Section II. Zoning Map. The Buildi g Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa ity, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publication of his ordinance by law. Section III. Certification And cordin .Upon passage and approvalf the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized a directed to certify a copy of this ordinan and to record the same, at the office of the County ecorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the o er's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All dinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby rep aled. Section V. Severability. If ny section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20_ Ordinance No. Page 2 City Clerk Mayor Approved by: City Attorney's Office N O 0 ZE 07 �m a D t W Kellie Fruehling From: Susan Shullaw <smshullaw@gmail.com> ,-ate Handouts Distributed Sent: Monday, April 16, 2018 4:41 PM To: Council Subject: April 17 Council meeting agenda #5h (Date) 1 I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed rezoning of the commercial property located at 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark, which the Council will consider at its April 17, 2018, meeting. My primary concerns are twofold: • While the Italianate structure on this site is indeed historic, and is to many eyes the sole attractive feature along this particular streetscape, is this building worth preserving forever, as this designation would require, regardless of what might happen on surrounding properties? • Further, must such a decision be made today, before a broader discussion — as many Northside neighbors have been requesting for some time — might yield a more comprehensive "vision" for this very critical Northside Marketplace block, bounded by North Linn, East Bloomington, North Gilbert, and East Market streets? In the most probable scenario, absent such visioning and without further input from the City and neighbors, 319 East Bloomington will be surrounded in the coming years by taller, bulkier, and visually uninteresting condo/apartment buildings. It seems equally likely that the City, too, will ultimately decide to build something similar on its parking lot between George's Buffet and the Bluebird Cafe/Riverside Theatre building. And of course, owners of the latter may give in to would-be buyers as well, perhaps resulting in yet more monolithic condo/apartment buildings in this (precariously) charming and historically significant part of town. Where will that leave 319, as a perpetual Historic Landmark? This red -brick jewel will become a sore thumb; a lonely anachronism completely at odds with its surroundings. Whether it remains a doctor's office, as it is today, or is converted to some other commercial use, its property value could decline and its historic value may well follow suit. In this case, forever seems a long time indeed. Imagine an alternate scenario: Not designating 319 as a Historic Landmark would provide time to more fully consider the "highest and best use" for the property and to devise a more appropriate and aesthetically pleasing outcome for the block as a whole. The 319 East Bloomington structure has far more in common, architecturally, with the older commercial buildings on Linn Street (Hamburg Inn to Oasis) as well as George's. What if any new structures built adjacent to 319 and elsewhere on this block, for example, were required to adopt a historically appropriate facade (such as the apartments along the 600 block of East Washington, facing College Green Park), thus creating more of the cohesive neighborhood "feel" recommended by many of the City's urban planning consultants? The Historic Preservation Commission has done a good job of documenting the 319 property's significance in Iowa City history. However, preserving a single building in perpetuity — without a well -conceived plan for the use and appearance of surrounding properties, and with no similar protections sought for equally historic (and much beloved) buildings with which 319 shares this block — dishonors its history and jeopardizes its useful future. It is my understanding that the owners of the 319 property also oppose the Historic Landmark designation. For the reasons stated herein, and in consideration of additional concerns shared with the Council and the Historic Preservation and Planning & Zoning Commissions by the property owners, I join them in asking that you reject the current recommendation to designate 319 East Bloomington as a Historic Landmark. Thank you for your consideration. Susan Shullaw 718 North Johnson Street smshullaw@gmail.com S( Zoning Protest Late Handouts Distributed Pursuant to Section 14-8D-5 (G) of the Iowa City Zoning Code and 4I l"1 I g Section 414.5 of the Iowa Code Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (Apfi3-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Legal Description: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, in Block 58, in Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof. Together with a permanent, nonexclusive easement along the West 15 feet of Lot 2, Block 58, Iowa City, Iowa for the purposes of ingress to and egress from the real estate described above, upon the terms and condition of paragraph 23 of the real estate contract dated October 1, 1979 and recorded in Book 558, pages 155-157 in the office of the Johnson County, Iowa Recorder. (the "Real Estate") To: The City Clerk of the City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa The undersigned, Smith -Rust Properties, L.L.P., owner of 100% of the above described Real Estate does hereby protest the designation of such Real Estate as a Historic Landmark and the rezoning of such Real Estate, under pending rezoning application REZ18-00008, from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP). Upon the proper filing of this Protest with the City Clerk, the applicable ordinance and statute indicate that the proposed change shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council. Owner Smith -Rust Properties, L.L.P. By: mi Date 2018 Joy Smit , a rustee of the Joy E.Smith Tnhn ulwA6 dated May 17, 2006, Pyr 10 David L. t, a4 -Trustee of the David L. Rust Trust /a dated May 17, 2006, Partner Date /O, 21J8'J 8 o � D� a [Notary Acknowledgements on next page] -<r" M a o::u s _-:%; CD r M 0 Zoning Protest Notary Acknowledgement Page Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) State of Iowa ) ) SS County of Johnson ) This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 2018 by Joy E. Smith, as Trustee of the Joy E. Smith Trust u/w/a dated May 17,'2006, a Partner of Smith -Rust Properties, L.L.P. (seal) State of Iowa ) ) SS County of Johnson ) L RI W. -M= My Commission expires 0 7 L7,1.zZ Merritt M:11cheetz o Coo MW;;mtW7tl?tts i • My CommonEgW= This instrument was acknowledged before me on AV?2 I I Q+' ` 2018 by David L. Rust, as Trustee of the David L. Rust Trust u/w/a dated May 17, 002 6 a Partner of Smith -Rust Properties, L.L.P. (seal) AW IA u F • . -- My Commission expires Z it i'0.�s" � Ml1�M60'' 7f 5� • My Corrin Esq rn M a o 0 I> w cn SL, Zoning Protest Late Handouts Distributed Pursuant to Section 14-8D-5 (G) of the Iowa City Zoning Code and Section 414.5 of the Iowa Code `f�l��l8 (Date) Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Legal Description: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, in Block 58, in Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof. Together with a permanent, nonexclusive easement along the West 15 feet of Lot 2, Block 58, Iowa City, Iowa for the purposes of ingress to and egress from the real estate described above, upon the terms and condition of paragraph 23 of the real estate contract dated October 1, 1979 and recorded in Book 558, pages 155-157 in the office of the Johnson County, Iowa Recorder. (the "Real Estate") To: The City Clerk of the City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa The undersigned, 14%fi�ll ovv01 �A�)_, A; , owner(s) of real estate located within 200 feet of the Real Estate described above, does hereby protest the designation of the Real Estate as a Historic Landmark and the rezoning of such Real Estate, under pending rezoning application REZ18-00008, from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP). Upon the proper filing of this Protest with the City Clerk, the applicable ordinance and statute indicate that the proposed change shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council. „,..f DARKEN VJSSEL mbar= cwm„ruwm�tereoetov ow MY�6J1•� [See following pages for signatures of owners of real estate within 200' of the Real Estate described above, their addresses and notary acknowledgements.] Note: Must be filed before or at the public hearing. N c _O m Ss cj- _ =eM n. m o:::o =:X = CO o :n co cn Zoning Protest Notary Signature, Address and Notary Acknowledgement Page Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) IndividualOwner(s) (� Print Owner(s) Name: r S Pa ligi Print Address of Owner's real within 200' of the Real Estate Print Signor's name(s):, Iowa City, Iowa [name] Owner Signature(s): - [name 1] LT Date: % 4EC 2018 State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS [name 2] This instrument was acknowledged before me on � 2018 by1770,-)PoICPv a•L,, DARREN KISSEL AF commission N=W W6109 ','' My Cam,.inL^sion ANy Public . �l..a a// (seal) - -- — My Commission expires 1 5�-- '25 22e State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 2018 by it 11 P--' Z?/ • • , DARREN KISSEL (seal); Commission Number 606109 My co��l1mission�,�jres rOw� (iZL 2U1!] Notary Public a! o My Commission expires 2� CEJ r �rn � m o� 73Z C CO v c.a S� Zoning Protest Late Handouts Distributea Pursuant to Section 14-8D-5 (G) of the Iowa City Zoning Code and Section 414.5 of the Iowa Code X11 1� I (Date) Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Legal Description: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, in Block 58, in Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof. Together with a permanent, nonexclusive easement along the West 15 feet of Lot 2, Block 58, Iowa City, Iowa for the purposes of ingress to and egress from the real estate described above, upon the terms and condition of paragraph 23 of the real estate contract dated October 1, 1979 and recorded in Book 558, pages 155-157 in the office of the Johnson County, Iowa Recorder. (the "Real Estate") To: The City Clerk of the City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa v+l The undersigned i u N Y 4�� �r��� /�owner(s) of real estate located within 200 feet of the Real Estate described above, does hereby protest the designation of the Real Estate as a Historic Landmark and the rezoning of such Real Estate, under pending rezoning application REZ18-00008, from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP). Upon the proper filing of this Protest with the City Clerk, the applicable ordinance and statute indicate that the proposed change shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council. [See following pages for signatures of owners of real estate within 200' of the Real Estate described above, their addresses and notary acknowledgements.] Note: Must be filed before or at the public hearing. N p CA o l: co Note: Must be filed before or at the public hearing. Zoning Protest Notary Signature, Address and Notary Acknowledgement Page Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Individual Owner(s) Print Owner(s) Print Address of Owner's real estate within 200' of the Real Estate: S I: Print Signor's name(s Iowa City, Iowa [name] r Owner Signature(s):MA� 1�� [name 1] N Date: q—ts 2018 State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS This instrument was acknowledged before me as RHONDA PJ STARLING M Commission Nlmber 765137 (seal) i `+' X70 rr /,l a At>- [name My Commission expires State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS This instrument was acknowledged before me on 1 13 2018 by KATHRYN VYROSTEK Commission Number 183554 �bi(n My Comm. Exp 3 ^S—a' J (seal) Notary Public o My Commission expires _ � m v til CO D W J S -k Zoning Protest Late Handouts Distfibuted Pursuant to Section 14-8D-5 (G) of the Iowa City Zoning Code and Section 414.5 of the Iowa Code L* (Date) Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Legal Description: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, in Block 58, in Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof. Together with a permanent, nonexclusive easement along the West 15 feet of Lot 2, Block 58, Iowa City, Iowa for the purposes of ingress to and egress from the real estate described above, upon the terms and condition of paragraph 23 of the real estate contract dated October 1, 1979 and recorded in Book 558, pages 155-157 in the office of the Johnson County, Iowa Recorder. (the "Real Estate") To: The City Clerk of the City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa The undersigned, 501 P . W(,Aa , owner(s) of real estate located within 200 feet of the Real Estate described above, does hereby protest the designation of the Real Estate as a Historic Landmark and the rezoning of such Real Estate, under pending rezoning application REZ18-00008, from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP). Upon the proper filing of this Protest with the City Clerk, the applicable ordinance and statute indicate that the proposed change shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council. [See following pages for signatures of owners of real estate within 200' of the Real Estate described above, their addresses and notary acknowledgements.] Note: Must be filed before or at the public hearing. N Ci O � D� ..� �rm ms m v �A � C]D Ca CA) J Zoning Protest Notary Signature, Address and Notary Acknowledgement Page Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Entity Owners Print Entity's Name : M8LN l (r L• L Print Address of Entity Owner's within 200' of the Real Estate: Iowa City, Iowa Print Signor's name and Title: 7:st)nn cn , (o .A>') :1' -Q5i &9--A-N- [name] [title] Owner's Signature: By: Date: '1 /q I Z o 1 `& , 2018 State of Iowa ) ) SS County of Johnson ) This 5lstrumegt was acknowledged before me oq LA /9 as I �rti� dGn+ of R 11 nFeY [title] [name of entit; h,P IAL 4 BROCKJOSEPH WIEDERHOLD CommCis�sloon Nujpm�ber 808111 (seal) l ow My 1 G um2n moires 2018 by -sn t ' Lo P�^ Notary Public • ."J, My Commission expires Z- Z 0 m r au v W S -h Zoning Protest Late Handouts Distributed Pursuant to Section 14-8D-5 (G) of the Iowa City Zoning Code and Section 414.5 of the Iowa Code (Date) Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Legal Description: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, in Block 58, in Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof. Together with a permanent, nonexclusive easement along the West 15 feet of Lot 2, Block 58, Iowa City, Iowa for the purposes of ingress to and egress from the real estate described above, upon the terms and condition of paragraph 23 of the real estate contract dated October 1, 1979 and recorded in Book 558, pages 155-157 in the office of the Johnson County, Iowa Recorder. (the "Real Estate") To: The City Clerk of the City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa The undersigned, Vladimir F. Skarda , owner(s) of real estate located within 200 feet of the Real Estate described above, does hereby protest the designation of the Real Estate as a Historic Landmark and the rezoning of such Real Estate, under pending rezoning application REZ18-00008, from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP). Upon the proper filing of this Protest with the City Clerk, the applicable ordinance and statute indicate that the proposed change shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council. [See following pages for signatures of owners of real estate within 200' of the Real Estate described above, their addresses and notary acknowledgements.] _ N O U w R� A r— M p� 3 a0 D Note: Must be filed before or at the public hearing. Zoning Protest Notary Signature, Address and Notary Acknowledgement Page Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Individual Owner(s) Print Owner(s) Name: Vladimir F. S.kacda, Print Address of Owner's real estate within 200' of the Real Estate: see attached Addendum "A" Iowa City, Iowa Print Signor's [name] i ; /) h6r�� Owner Signature(s): � [name 11 [name 2] Date: April 11, 2018 State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS This instrument was acknowledged before me on April 11 2018b Vladimir F. Skarda 11 �a'"/ s I James D. McCarragher Comm ss on Number208O30 racy Pub is —1 My Commis p n ,Pr;s (Seal) r IpJJP 2 0 / J / My Commission expires 9 L z3 12 o r State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS o 0 2" This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 2018 by M m Notary Public: Co (seal) CAS My Commission expires `r ADDENDUM "A" 302-316 E. BLOOMINGTON STREET 308-314 N. LINN STREET a T% 3 p1 4✓ OD J 'rh Zoning Protest Late Handouts Distribuie. Pursuant to Section 14-8D-5 (G) of the Iowa City Zoning Code and Section 414.5 of the Iowa Code t 1-1 1 ISS (Date) Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Legal Description: The East 65 feet of Lot 2, in Block 58, in Iowa City, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof. Together with a permanent, nonexclusive easement along the West 15 feet of Lot 2, Block 58, Iowa City, Iowa for the purposes of ingress to and egress from the real estate described above, upon the terms and condition of paragraph 23 of the real estate contract dated October 1, 1979 and recorded in Book 558, pages 155-157 in the office of the Johnson County, Iowa Recorder. (the "Real Estate") To: The City Clerk of the City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa The undersigned, - (OA7.J (Z_ 6%L?' -'J , owner(s) of real estate located within 200 feet of the Real Estate described above, does hereby protest the designation of the Real Estate as a Historic Landmark and the rezoning of such Real Estate, under pending rezoning application REZ18-00008, from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP). Upon the proper filing of this Protest with the City Clerk, the applicable ordinance and statute indicate that the proposed change shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council. [See following pages for signatures of owners of real estate within 200' of the Real Estate described above, their addresses and notary acknowledgements.] Note: Must be filed before or at the public hearing. N O n �rna m M Lx = o0 A to Note: Must be filed before or at the public hearing. Zoning Protest Notary Signature, Address and Notary Acknowledgement Page Re: Designation of 319 East Bloomington Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00008) and rezoning from Central Business Service (CB -2) to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB-2/OHP) Individual Owner(s) Print Owner(s) Name: -A00rtj (L (-V1U?jaJ Print Address of Owner's real estate within 200' of the Real Estate: 33rd 4E. rnoC*�� -trr Iowa City, Iowa Print Signor's name(s): -OAS [name] Owner Signature(s): 0iyrl f, V [name 1] Date: 04l 1 to 2018 State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS [name 2] This instrument was acknowledged before me on a j;?� \ A. Ly , 2018 by � 6in fs IffRACHELBUSCH jl"95(seal)•• W Commission Expires State of Iowa, County of Johnson )SS This instrument was acknowledged before me on (seal) Notary Public' My Commission expires ze 11!Z Z,I to 2018 N O_ O W Notary Public b -t :V c �-< — I— My Commission expires ter- rT1 _� B �� CO 3 w rte`:.®ar CITY OF IOWA CITY 51 MEMORANDUM Date: March 9, 2018 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner and Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern Re: Designation of 410-412 North Clinton Street as a Historic Landmark (REZ18-00007) Background: In 2015 the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, began a study of Historic Properties that had been identified as possibly eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places but were not yet protected by zoning designations. The house at 412 North Clinton Street was identified as one of these key historic properties. The enclosed Iowa Site Inventory Form and Information Sheet provide a discussion of the building's history and architecture. The property had the street address of 412 North Clinton Street until the rear addition was built and given the address 410 North Clinton. The entire property is included in the rezoning application and therefore both addresses are given. The two-story brick Italianate- style house at 412 North Clinton Street was built in 1865 and is associated with several prominent figures in Iowa City's history, including Dr. Milton B. Cochrane, a member of the corps of surgeons during the Civil War, and Samuel Sharpless, a director of the Johnson County Savings Bank. The building is currently used as multi -family housing. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met December 14, 2017 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of 410-412 North Clinton Street. The Commission determined that the property meets the requirements for a landmark and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the designation of 410-412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. The building is significant for its architecture and association with prominent citizens of Iowa City. Landmark designation for 410-412 North Clinton Street, a property in a High Density Multifamily Residential (RM -44) zone, will require Historic Preservation Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building. Neither the garage nor the rear addition is contemporaneous with the historic house so they may be removed, rebuilt, and remodeled provided the design does not detract from the historic integrity of the building. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions (Section 14-2B-8 of the zoning code) that allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements to help support the continued use of historic buildings. Landmark designation will also make it possible for financial incentives such as tax credits and the Iowa City Historic Preservation Fund to be available. Planning and Zoning Commission Review: Landmark Designation is a zoning overlay and therefore requires a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Commission's role is to review the proposed designation based on its relation to the Comprehensive Plan and proposed public improvements and plans for renewal of the area involved. There are two specific areas of the Comprehensive Plan that appear to apply to this proposal: 1). the Central District Plan and 2). the Historic Preservation Plan. The subject property is located within Subarea A of the Central District. The Central District Plan discusses challenges this area faces in terms of balancing the needs of different housing types and residents, including many student rentals. The plan encourages the provision of incentives to maintain, improve, and reinvest in older housing stock in the area, which can include incentives tied to historic preservation (Central District Plan pg 14). The designation of 410-412 March 8, 2018 Page 2 North Clinton Street as a historic landmark would contribute to this goal, along with the broader Comprehensive Plan goal of preserving historic resources and reinvesting in older neighborhoods (Central District Plan pg 2). Neighborhoods that are closest to the University benefit from a mixture of housing types including historic resources where a diversity of people can live and work or go to school in the vicinity. The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan contains 3 specific goals relating to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's Past. Under this goal the Commission is charged with continuing to research and evaluate properties and to pursue local landmark designation when appropriate. This proposal of landmark overlay zoning for the property at 410-412 North Clinton Street is a direct result of the Historic Preservation Commission working toward Goal 1. Goal 7: Establish and implement historic preservation objectives for the University of Iowa Campus and surrounding neighborhoods. Objective 7 of this Goal specifically supports efforts to preserve historic neighborhoods adjacent to the University Campus as the Campus expands, including avoiding negative impacts on individual historic resources. Local Landmark designation for 410-412 North Clinton Street promotes this objective by identifying this historic property as an area that is not appropriate for redevelopment. Goal 10: Adopt strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods which reflect their organic development, historical roles and traditions, modern needs, and economic health and stability. In the Dubuque Street Corridor neighborhood, which includes this section of Clinton Street, Objective 2 provides more specific direction. Objective 2: Identify prospective sites for future redevelopment which will not adversely impact historic resources and include properties that are not individually eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Local Landmark designation for 410-412 North Clinton Street promotes this objective. The landmark designation sought by the Historic Preservation Commission conforms with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan — providing incentives to maintain and improve older housing stock, especially near the University Campus and identifying historic resources that are not currently protected by landmark designation. In staff's opinion, preservation of 410-412 North Clinton Street would not be in conflict with plans for redevelopment in the area but would actively promote a diversity of housing stock and the preservation of historic resources. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of REZ18-00007, an application to designate 410-412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44/OHP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form 4. Correspondence Approved by: AVc�-( \Jv Tracy Hight��F�pe�pDir stor DepartmentloV Neighborhood and Development Services Cochrane-Sharpless-Dennis House 410-412 North Clinton 412 North Clinton Street, built in 1865, is a two-story brick Italianate with a low -sloped side gabled roof. Unlike typical Italianate houses where the brackets are part of an elaborate cornice in this house, here the simple cornice is supported on paired brackets. The full -width front porch has paired columns and decorative brackets composed of carved curling tendrils similar to the cornice brackets. The symmetrical fagade includes a classically detailed center entry with narrow sidelights and transom with deeply recessed trim. Floor -to -ceiling 4 -over -6 double -hung windows are symmetrically placed on the first floor. The second -floor windows have heavy stone sills and lintels. The central window is 4 -over -6 like the first -floor windows, and the windows on each side are smaller 4 -over -4. The front fagade also has original shutters. Dr. Milton B. Cochrane settled in Iowa City in 1854. He was a surgeon in the 1st Iowa Cavalry and then promoted to the corps of surgeons of the United States Volunteers during the Civil War. He was a member of the State Historical Society from 1857 until his death in 1898. In 1859-1860 he was a member of the Iowa City School Board. After the war he was appointed the first Superintendent of the Soldiers' Orphans Home at Davenport until he resigned in 1867. In the early 1880s he was appointed surgeon of an Indian Agency in Wisconsin. Samuel Sharpless and his wife, Priscilla (Crain) Sharpless, owned this property from 1867 until at least 1915, when Priscilla died in the house. Sharpless was a director of the Johnson County Savings Bank, supervisor of various farming industries, and a member of the Iowa City Council. In 1917 Edwin E. Dennis and his wife, Anna (Tantlinger) Dennis, bought the house and passed it on to their daughter Gertrude Dennis in 1936. Gertrude taught music, was an active Presbyterian, and served as part of the local Art Circle. She owned the house until 1965. 412 North Clinton is significant for its architecture and association with prominent citizens of Iowa City. r• w. Y J ♦4 rte+ D t' . ,•' +T ��,�... Cl e" r IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET Survey ID Number 52-010-D 041 -- Database ID Number Street Address 410-412 N. Clinttm St. City Iowa City County JorMim Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Rangy SeWon Quarter of Quarter Of Roll / Frame 10 / 7 Imkirtg NE - sl-Dws brick add tion at rear CFN 259-1402 8/25/89 f� ,,tree[ Address 41n-412 N Clinton St. City Iowa City County Johnson Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Range Section Quarter of Quarter Of Property Characteristic Form - Residential Survey ID Number 52-010-D 041 Database ID Number Location interity: Original Site a Moved Moved to Original Site Endangered? N_ or Y_ If yes, why? Ground Plan: a. Building Shape(s) F.11 L,7/addition b. Width by Depth in units Architectural Style/Stylistic Influences Key Stylistic Attributes Code Late Victorian: Italianate Bracketed eaves transom & sidelights 42 tall slender windows 412 410 4 2 4 0 Materials: Foundation Stone Poured concrete 40 100 Walls Brick Brick 30 30 Roof Metal Asphalt 50 80 Number of Stories Roof Shape Builder(s) Gable - very low pitch / Gable 1 1 Unknown Architect(s) Unktnwrt ngrnal Construction Date 1865 Modification/Addition Dates: 9 unit apartment building added to rear in 199? Note double end chimneys, original exterior shutters and original porch. Continvafian Sheet I I Significant Interior Components: All original except for baths and kitchen Cnnrinuation Sheet I 1 Surveyor Comments: 412 is very old with Italianate detailings (brackets, long windows, etc.) 410 is apartment building attached to rear of 412. Brick built for M. B. Cochran in 1865 (fran real estate appraisement records.) Contin ,ntin� 4heet f 1 Sources: Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps: 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933. Keyes pp 59-60 Information provided by present owner ( eeds Further Study/Anomaly [ ] Continuation Sheet [ [ Surveyor Moraski/FSrwi.n/Kugler Date 1995-96 IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM EVALUATION SHEET ADDRESS: 410-412 North Clinton SURVEY ID # 52-010—DO41 Iowa City, IA REVIEWED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant DATE: February 1996 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: A _ B _ C _X_ D _ NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL YES _X_ NO _ CONSERVATION DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING _X_ NON—CONTRIBUTING _ This two story brick residence from c.1865 is a good example of Italianate residential design. The house is rectangular with a small two story wing to the rear. It features a symmetrical three bay facade, the entry having both transom and sidelights. On the first floor two narrow floor—length windows are paired on each side of the entrance. At the second floor level the windows appear as pairs, but without space between them. Both sills and lintels are of stone. Paired Italianate brackets are located at the cornice. The original end chmneys and exterior shutters are in place. The front porch extends across the entire facade and features slender paired posts, square in shape with chamfered corners. Delicate scroll brackets top each of the porch posts. The pitch of the gable roof is unusually low, one indication of a fairly early date. Although a multi—unit apartment building has been attached to this house at the rear, the integrity of the original structure remains quite high. It is considered to be individually eligible as a good example of its period and style, and is considered to a be a strong contributing structure in the Clinton Street Conservation District. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839—c.1946 APPLICABLE NRHP CRITERIA: A X B_ C_ D NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL YESNO _X _ CONSERVATION DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING _X_ NON—CONTRIBUTING _ The Cochrane—Dennis House from c.1865 illustrates the development of the north part of Iowa City in the years following the removal of the state capital to Des Moines. The location of the Stale University of Iowa here in 1855, and the arrival of the railroad in 1856, ensured the continued growth of the former seat of state government. The Cochrane—Dennis House and the Dey House across the street at 507 North Clinton appear to be the last remaining examples of early residential design in this neighborhood. Both are good examples of the Italianate style and both have been well maintained. They demonstrate the use of mass—produced building materials that became available with the arrival of the railroad. The university was housed in the Old Capitol and two other buildings located on what is know known as the Pentacresl. The area to the north was a logical location for both faculty and students to live. Clinton Street appears to have always been the western edge of the so—called North Side Neighborhood, and even from the earliest days may have been considered to be separate. The Cochrane—Dennis House is considered to be individually eligible and is also a solid contributing structure in the proposed conservation district. PREPARED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant PHONE: (515) 682-2743 ADDRESS: 167 W. Alta Vista, Ottumwa, IA 52501 DATE: February 1986 AFFILIATION: Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission ADDRESS: 401 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 PHONE: (319) 356-5243 Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 18 of 25 REZONING ITEM (IR Z18-00007): Discussion of an application submitted by the Historic Preservation Commission for a rezoning to designate the property located at 410-412 N Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Miklo stated this property is also located in the Central Planning District and is also zoned High Density Multi -Family Residential. It is currently used for multi -family dwelling units, the property also includes a non -historic addition in the back as well as a garage. Miklo explained that in a situation like this where there are non -historic elements of the property, the Historic Preservation Guidelines provide a lot of flexibility on how those are treated. They can be removed or replaced. If replaced the goal would be any replacement to be compatible in design with the historic structure. The Central District Plan encourages the investment in older housing stock as well as the maintenance of a variety of housing and this particular building is a good example of that, it has multiple dwellings in the building and contributes to the variety of housing in the neighborhood. Designation of 410-412 North Clinton Street would help achieve that goal as well as the more general goal of identifying and preserving historic properties. Freerks opened the public hearing. Ginalie Swaim (Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission) noted this is one of the oldest brick houses discussed tonight in the Italianate style, it dates back to 1865 and has considerable historic integrity with the windows, doors and brackets in the porch. The second - floor windows have heavy stone sills and lintels and original shutters. Additionally this home is historic due to its association with prominent citizens, the first owner was Dr. Milton B. Cochrane, he served on the school board and went on to serve as a Civil War surgeon and then became the first Superintendent of the Soldiers' Orphans Home at Davenport. The next owners were Samuel Sharpless and his wife, Priscilla (Crain) Sharpless. Samuel Sharpless was a director of the Johnson County Savings Bank, supervisor of various farming industries, and a member of the Iowa City Council. Later the home was owned by the Dennis family, specifically Gertrude Dennis who was locally involved in arts and music. Swaim noted it is remarkable that a house dating back to the 1860s is still housing Iowa City residents all these years later. Miklo added that after some research there are fewer than two dozen buildings surviving from the Civil War in Iowa City. Christopher Jones (Attorney, Neuzil, Sanderson & Sigafoose) is representing owner of the property, Robert Crane, and wanted to state that he is not aware by law that the Planning & Zoning Commission is only to look at the Comprehensive Plan as that limits them to how they can vote only following the staff recommendation. That would appear as only a rubber stamp and he encourages them to think beyond what the staff recommends. He notes this property is particularly unique in that it is zoned as high-density residential property. Mr. Crane is opposing this landmark designation for various reasons. Mr. Crane is a licensed real estate broker and appraiser with over 40 years of appraisal experience and believes the negative impact on his valuation will be significant and extreme. The purposes of historic preservation in Iowa City include stabilizing and improving property values and strengthening the economy of the city. The significant decrease in value is an unfair burden for Mr. Crane to bear without compensation from the City. Rather than preserving and improving Mr. Crane's property value, this designation will lower his value and may reduce the values of adjoining properties. This property differs from other single-family homes in residential neighborhoods because it has Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 19 of 25 significantly higher income potential than most other residential properties due to the high- density zoning in this location. Consequently, the restrictions from the historic landmark zoning will significantly reduce the property's value and burden Mr. Crane far more than other property owners who own older homes in Iowa City. Additionally this property has been significantly altered. The 1965 addition changed the character of this property so that a majority of the construction on the property is clearly not historic. This apartment building is nine units attached to the older home, although it is not connected inside and they do not share any common space. Mr. Crane has owned this property since 1981 and has been renting it out, to mostly low-income individuals, currently there are nine units of housing in the rooming house that rent for $450.00 per month per room. The one -bedroom apartments in the 1965 addition are self-sufficient units and each rent for $560.00 per month. The rent for Mr. Crane's one -bedroom apartments are approximately 30% less than the $822 month average rent in Iowa City. Most of the tenants on this property are not students. Mr. Crane has been helping Iowa City meet the objective of providing affordable housing since buying the property in 1981 in a neighborhood that has a convenient location near the downtown business district that has good access to public transportation. The historic landmark zoning regulations will impose additional burdens and costs on operating this property that will be passed to tenants, many of whom have very low incomes. These additional costs that will be passed to the tenants make the City's objective of having affordable housing more difficult to achieve. Robert Crane (410-412 N. Clinton Street) stated he's owned this property since 1981 and has run it as a rooming house which has not been easy and is more difficult than apartments. He has kept it as a rooming house in favor of the lower income people, many of the people that live there are on assistance or help of some sort, and he works with that in his rents. He is very concerned about this restoration stamp being placed on the home and any repairs and updates will have to be kept at the 1865 style of the home will be very expensive. If that is to happen, the gross expenses will go up, the income will go down, and so the result will need to be higher rents. He is very concerned about the net income picture, he is also concerned about the diminishment of value. He is an appraiser, he started work in November 1964, and a diminishment in value means a loss in value. He has proof, one buyer that has been interested in the property for some number of years but has now said "if it gets a restoration stamp on it I am not interested". Crane questions what the Commission thinks it will cost him if this goes forward. He also notes that more importantly this is not a good fit, when the nine unit apartment was added in 1965 that destroyed the historic image of this building and it does not belong in a historic register. It is just not a good fit. He would appreciate the Commission's consideration to have this not move forward. Swaim countered that there is no restoration stamp, and that is not even a term they use in determining these landmarks. If Mr. Crane was going to do improvements to his property that required a building permit after the landmark status then the permit would have to go before the Historic Preservation Commission. If the improvements were on the 1965 addition the Historic Preservation Commission would not require that the addition look like it was part of the 1865 home. In terms of non -historic components on a historic building, the Historic Preservation Commission is generally quite flexible in allowing renovations. This house has maintained its 19 -century elements and would ask that those be retained, and kept in good repair, but they would not ask him to do anything. The procedure to get a design review is quite straightforward and streamlined, often approved by staff. In terms of the addition destroying the historical integrity of the house, from the back it does look strange, but it was put on without destroying the original integrity of the house. Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 20 of 25 Miklo added that the City does not require someone to proactively restore a building, they will provide some incentives, but not demand that a building be restored. He also noted that one of the goals of the Central District Plan, is preservation of affordable housing stock and this house is unique with fairly small rooming units and one -bedroom units. If this house was to be removed and new construction was to be placed here, rent per bedroom would probably be considerably more. Signs noted that it is a pretty deep lot, could an owner demolish the modern addition and build anything new on the back half of the property. Miklo said that could be a possibility, the design of it would be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission to show it is compatible. Jones addressed the concerns about being directed to restore the building and pointed to section 7.2 of the Historic Preservation handbook does make it very clear that the Historic Preservation Commission may file a petition with the City Building Office to require an investigation into any applicable building or structural problems due to neglect or deterioration. Therefore the Historic Preservation Commission can initiate proceedings to require repairs. The handbook goes on to say "failure to comply with the stated action may result in penalties and/or legal action" so to say the landmark designation does not require any additional repairs is false, because it does allow the Historic Preservation Commission to initiate proceedings it wouldn't otherwise be authorized to initiate. He understands any property not meeting Building Codes could cause City initiation, but with the addition of the landmark designation the Historic Preservation Commission can initiate proceedings it wouldn't otherwise be able. Miklo confirmed that what Jones stated was true, but it was also the same standards the Building Official apply during a routine rental inspection. Freerks asked if the Historic Preservation Commission had ever initiated a case such as that. Miklo would have to check records, he could not recall. He added as a rental property it is required to be maintained. Jones is strongly urging the Planning & Zoning Commission to reject this proposal, but if they do approve his client would like to pursue separating the back portion of the property perhaps with a survey and new legal description and have the zoning overlay end at the end of the older home. Hektoen noted that at the time of a redevelopment it could be addressed. Miklo added that the advantages to the property owner for having the whole property under the historic overlay zone is the allowance of developmental rights and other exceptions that come with a landmark designation overlay. Signs agreed and noted he was inquiring about that earlier to see if it was possible to demolish the addition part and perhaps redevelop it for more income possibilities. Signs asked if this item could be deferred so options could be researched for these people. He also stated that in the future when historical buildings are discussed they should have photos of the buildings from all angles. Freerks closed the public hearing Signs moved to recommend approval of REZ18-00007, an application to designate 410- 412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM- 44/OHP). Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 2018 Page 21 of 25 Martin seconded the motion. Signs noted he is more inclined to approve this as he learns there are options for the property owner that could be economically viable. Freerks agreed it was good to have the conversation about options as well as the benefits for the historical designation. She reiterated that no one wants to push undue burden on a homeowner and also would like the City to look into a way for some tax relief on these types of properties. Theobald said that she first noticed the historic and attractive qualities of this building several years ago and is glad to see that the City is being proactive regarding its preservation. A vote was taken and the motion carried 5-0. DEVELOPMENT ITEM (SUB18-00002): Discussion of an application submitted by University Lake Partners, II for preliminary plat of Forest Hills Estates, a 53.29 -acre 5 -lot subdivision with 4 residential lots and 1 commercial office lot located south of Interstate 80 west of Prairie Du Chien Road. Miklo noted that the Commission recommended approval of rezoning this area a few weeks ago, this action would be to create the five lots that were shown in the Planned Development Overlay Plan. Lot one is for the commercial office, lot two for seven townhouses, lot three for the senior housing, lot four for townhouses, and lot five for townhouses. Outlot A would be permanent open space and preservation of the woodlands and Outlot B will be dedicated to the City and become part of the right-of-way for Foster Road. Miklo stated this item was deferred at the last meeting because the stormwater management had not been approved by the City Engineer but since that meeting revised plans have been submitted, reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. Therefore staff is now recommending approval. Freerks opened the public hearing. Rob Decker (Project Manager) came forward and noted they did some minor edits to the plans when working with City Engineer by revising the stormwater design and some of the elements shown on it, they adjusted a few property borders and erosion control items. Freerks closed the public hearing. Signs moved to approve SUB18-00002 an application submitted by University Lake Partners, II for preliminary plat of Forest Hills Estates, a 53.29 -acre 5 -lot subdivision with 4 residential lots and 1 commercial office lot located south of Interstate 80 west of Prairie Du Chien Road. Martin seconded the motion. Freerks said the Commission has seen this in the past and it looks good. Martin asked if the outlot on Prairie Du Chien was contiguous to the rest of the lots. Miklo agreed and said a warranty deed would be issued for that outlot. MINUTES PRELIMINARY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION EMMA J. HARVAT HALL DECEMBER 14, 2017 MEMBERS PRESENT: Thomas Agran, Esther Baker, Kevin Boyd, Zach Builta, G. T. Karr, Cecile Kuenzli, Pam Michaud, Ginalie Swaim MEMBERS ABSENT: Gosia Clore, Sharon DeGraw, Frank Wagner STAFF PRESENT: Jessica Bristow OTHERS PRESENT: Anna Blaedel, Kate Corcoran, Jim Larew, David Rust, Jay Sigafoose, Alicia Trimble RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (become effective only after separate Council action) CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Swaim called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANYTHING NOT ON THE AGENDA: There was none. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Discussions for landmark designations of the following properties: Bristow said that seven different potential landmark properties will be discussed. She stated that, for six of them at least, this began as a process in which the Commission was interested in being proactive instead of reactive and looking at what properties are historic that are not currently located within historic districts or conservation districts or are not currently local landmarks. Bristow said that the site inventory forms and historic surveys that have been done for many properties in town were reviewed. She said there was then a kind of reconnaissance survey to look at the properties individually. Bristow said the result was a list of properties that staff and a subcommittee of the Commission then performed further research on. Bristow said that recently, the list was then pinpointed down to six properties that are all brick, residential structures in town that are representative of the history of brick structures that we have in Iowa City. She stated that each property will have its own separate public hearing, and then anyone who would like to speak will have the opportunity. Bristow said that the properties will need to meet certain criteria. She said that the criteria for local landmark designation in Iowa City are based on the National Register criteria. Bristow said that National Register criteria are probably more stringent than the local criteria. She said that, for instance, National Register criteria frequently involve interiors in a way that local landmarks do not. Bristow said that all six of these properties meet criteria A and B. She said that criterion A is: significant to American and/or Iowa City history, architecture, archaeology, and culture. Bristow HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 2 of 19 said that what is involved with most of these properties is architecture and culture. She said these properties have a specific style and history, and they speak to that. Bristow said that criterion B is: possessing an integrity of location, design, setting, materials, and workmanship. She said that all of these properties are in their original locations, and they all have the hallmarks of the style that they were built in. Bristow said that any additions or changes do not tend to be something that disturbs that architectural character. Bristow added that each property also needs to meet one of the other criteria. She said that criterion C is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history. Bristow said that criterion D is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past. She said that criterion E embodies the distinctive characteristics of a time period or method of construction or represents the work of a master or possesses high artistic values or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction. Bristow said that criterion F is: has yielded or may likely yield information important in pre -history or history. Bristow said that none of these properties meets criterion F. She said that is one of the criteria that is a little more difficult, locally, to achieve. Bristow said that, by local land -marking, the hope is to preserve the historic character of each of these properties. She said that there are incentives available for the homeowners along with that, primarily tax incentives. Bristow said that if the property is income-producing, there are both state and federal tax credits, and if the property is not income-producing, there are state tax credits available. She said that the City is going to work toward a tax -abatement program that would be through the County that the State has put forward as something that the counties are required to have available. Bristow stated that there are sometimes grants available. She said there is professional assistance for work that needs to be done. Bristow said there also some zoning incentives available if improvements are made to the property. Bristow showed a map produced in 2015 that shows where some of the surveys have been done. She said that some of the local landmarks have been added. Bristow showed the hatched area where a recent survey was completed and said that the boundaries are a little different than shown on the map. Bristow showed where the properties being discussed are starred on the map, specifically the six brick structures, with the North Dodge Street property being off the map. She added that the seventh property is actually a National Register property for which the owner would like to have a local landmark designation. 410 North Clinton Street Bristow said that this property is the Cochrane-Sharpless-Dennis House. She said it was built in 1865. Bristow said the property of most interest is the front structure, an Italianate house numbered 412. She said that the apartment addition on the back is numbered 410. Bristow said that the entire property would be the local landmark designation, but the historic 412 is what this is really about. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 3 of 19 Bristow said this is an example of Italianate architecture. She said there are large windows on the first floor that go all the way to the porch floor. Bristow said similarly there is a larger central window over the main door. Bristow said that the roofline, as one can see from the side, is a very low gable. She said it has Italianate-style brackets that would typically be found on a really wide cornice but on this house are not. Bristow said they are just paired brackets, which makes this a little bit more unique. She said this house appears to have most of its original shutters. Bristow said this house is also associated with Cochrane, who was the original person who built the house and was involved with the Civil War. She said that the Sharpless family owned the house after Cochrane, and Mr. Sharpless was the director of the Johnson County Savings Bank and was also on the Iowa City City Council. Bristow said that the final owner who is listed here is Edwin Dennis. Bristow said that Dennis and his wife, Anna Tantzlinger, bought the house and left it to their daughter, Gertrude Dennis, who is known in town as part of a local arts circle, taught music, and was an active Presbyterian. Bristow said that Gertrude Dennis owned the house until 1965. Bristow said staff finds that not only does this house meet criteria A and B because of its examples of an Italianate structure, but it also meets criterion D because of its association with the Cochranes and the Sharplesses, who were integral people in early Iowa City history. She said that the fact that it really embodies this Italianate type of structure meets criterion E. Bristow showed an overall image of the site. She said that one of the things staff really likes about this is the fact that the addition is attached in a way that would be found acceptable now, if the property was a local landmark and this addition was put on. Bristow said the addition is attached in the back, it does not encroach upon the street view of the property, it's done in a brick material, and it is really sensitively done because of that. Swaim opened the public hearing for discussion on this property. Sigafoose said he represents the property owner, Robert Crane. Sigafoose said that Crane strongly opposes this designation. He said they do not concede that any of the criteria are satisfied in order to declare this an historic landmark; however, he said they have not had enough time to prepare. Sigafoose said that Crane has not had an opportunity to consult with an architect or with any advisors with knowledge in historic preservation. Sigafoose said they were not prepared to engage in or make any kind of statement or presentation regarding that criteria. Sigafoose said he wanted to discuss the economic impact on this piece of property. Sigafoose said that Crane is a certified real estate appraiser and has been in the appraisal business for about 45 years. Sigafoose said that Crane has been a real estate agent since 1965, a broker since 1970, manages properties for other individuals, and is an investor in rental properties. Sigafoose said the property owner is therefore an expert. He said it is fair enough to view his opinion as perhaps being biased, as the property owner. Sigafoose said that nonetheless, Crane does have some expertise and was able to provide Sigafoose information that he feels is dependable and relevant. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 4 of 19 Sigafoose said it is their feeling that this designation would have an extreme effect on the value of this property, probably much more extreme than any other properties on the agenda. He said that if one looks at each as a unique piece of property, it is the unique characteristics of this property that make this designation so critical to its standard. Sigafoose said that first of all, this property is zoned RM -44, high-density, multi -family residential, about as dense as one will see in Iowa City. He stated that its location is excellent from a standpoint of use - its highest and best use being high-density residential. Sigafoose said it is a large piece of property at 12,000 square feet. He said that if this property were parceled with the neighboring property, it would make a large, developable piece of property. Sigafoose said that due to the fact that this is not a single-family residence, this designation will have an immense impact on its value. He stated that a single-family residence or smaller piece of property, even if designated as an historic landmark, chances are its highest and best use is already being utilized. Sigafoose said that is not true for this piece of property. Sigafoose said he was not comfortable at this point giving specifics about the reduction in value, but Crane assures him that the reduction in value is a seven -figure number. Based on that, Sigafoose said that they therefore believe this designation would constitute a regulatory taking of the property, also known as inverse condemnation. Sigafoose said that if the State wants to build an interstate through one's farm or a street through one's back yard, the State has to pay for it if it is going to take one's property. He said that typically zoning, which this is a type of, does not constitute a taking. Sigafoose said however, that the law provides that when a zoning ordinance or other government limitation on a property is so severe that it crosses a certain line, that becomes a taking. He said that in that event, the property owner must be compensated. Sigafoose said that it will be Crane's position throughout these proceedings in front of the Historic Preservation Commission, on to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the City Council, and at the District Court level if necessary to be appealed, and then on, that this constitutes a regulatory taking. Sigafoose said that if the City wants to designate this as an historic landmark, it should probably buy it from him at fair market value or otherwise compensate him for it. Sigafoose asked Commission members to put themselves in Crane's shoes and look at this from his perspective. Sigafoose said he realizes it is the Commission's perspective to preserve history. He said we would all agree that preserving history is a noble cause and something that we should do, but he said he feels that we have to look at each property individually. Sigafoose said that when it comes to placing oneself in Crane's shoes, this is going to be a very, very expensive experience for him. He asked the Commission to consider that and balance the public's need for historic preservation against the personal property rights of Robert Crane. Sigafoose asked the Commission to look at this property based on its unique characteristics: its location, its size, its values, its highest and best use. He said that if Commission members step back and look at that, he is hoping they will reach the conclusion not to pass this on to the Planning and Zoning Commission with a recommendation for designation as an historic landmark. Sigafoose said that at the least, he would ask that this decision be postponed giving him an opportunity to do a little more research and make a more prepared proposal as to their position. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 5 of 19 Swaim stated that the process of landmark or district designations begins with the Historic Preservation Commission. She said the decision is based on whether the property meets criteria. Swaim said that if the Commission votes yes on a property, then that property goes on to the Planning and Zoning Commission, which looks at it in terms of zoning, because a designation is a zoning overlay. She said there would also be a public hearing for each property at that point. Swaim said that if the Planning and Zoning Commission gives a yes recommendation, then it goes to the City Council, and there are opportunities for public input at that point as well. Corcoran said she served on the Historic Preservation Commission and was a member of the subcommittee whose members investigated properties a few years ago that the subcommittee members thought could be appropriate for possible designation as Iowa City landmarks. She said she was not speaking on behalf of this property in particular but for all of them that the Commission has decided to examine. Corcoran said she believes that all of these properties meet the Iowa City landmark ordinance criteria, because they are architecturally significant and they are associated with prominent citizens of Iowa City or with the development and growth of Iowa City. She thanked the Commission, as an Iowa City resident, for taking this up. Swaim closed the public hearing. Builta said that there are a lot of reasons, as outlined earlier, that perhaps this shouldn't be considered a landmark, for different personal reasons. He said however, that if one is just going off of the fact that the properties have to meet at least one of the criteria, none of the Commission members would disagree that it doesn't at least meet one of them. Bristow said the properties have to meet criteria A and B and one of the other criteria. Karr asked what the downside is of tabling this and letting the owner prepare his case, since he has a financial stake in this. Agran said that every decision that the Commission makes at its meetings has a financial consequence for the parties involved. He said that based just on what was said earlier, they don't disagree that it does indeed meet these criteria so that he does not really see an advantage to that act of tabling this. Agran said that if the issues are greater than those criteria in this meeting, he sees no reason that this should be tabled, based on what the scope of the Commission's purpose is. Bristow said the Commission's scope would be to look at whether or not this meets the criteria, and that would be it. She added that the Planning and Zoning Commission will look at the zoning and whether it meets the Comprehensive Plan and other zoning code issues, and then the City Council will look at this in more detail than that. Bristow said she did not think there would necessarily be a reason to table this at this point. Swaim said she believes that this would not go to the Planning and Zoning Commission before January but would perhaps be heard there mid-January or later. She said that seems to be an adequate time to put an argument together. Sigafoose asked if he could respond, even though the public hearing was over. He said that for whatever it is worth, what Agran said is not what he said. Sigafoose said that when Agran said they don't disagree, they do disagree. Sigafoose said that perhaps he did not say it clearly, but he does disagree that this meets the criteria. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 6 of 19 Builta said it doesn't matter who agrees or disagrees, it is up to the Commission to determine if these properties meet the requirements. Boyd said he views this as one step in a multi -step process. He said that this is on the Commission's agenda, and the Commission is asked to do this. Boyd said that the Planning and Zoning Commission will talk about its issues, and ultimately the City Council will have to consider all of the things when it makes its decision. He said that the Commission's job is to weigh this particular decision, and he believes he certainly has enough information to make that decision. MOTION: Agran moved to approve the designation of 410/412 North Clinton Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, d, and e. Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 8-0 (Clore, DeGraw. and Waaner absent). 412 North Dubuaue Street Bristow said this property is historically known as the Sylvanus Johnson House. She said that Sylvanus Johnson was a famous brick maker and the first brick maker in the City. Bristow said that Johnson owned the property originally. Bristow stated that through research, staff believes the house was actually built by the next owner, David Boarts. She said that Boarts' wife, Mary Kimball, was the daughter of George Kimball, who was also a prominent Iowa City resident. Bristow said that David and Mary Boarts owned this house from the time it was built in about 1866 until about 1889. She added that as a brick mason, David Boarts not only built this house but also built Calvin Hall. Bristow said that this house is an example of a hall and parlor -type house. She said that it is also one of the few small brick cottages left in town. Bristow said that on the south side, the house has a projecting bay of brick. She said that all of the windows have a lintel of standing brick. Bristow said there is also on the back a small, one- story addition. She said that in the kind of L created by the additions, there was an open porch at one time that has been enclosed since then. Bristow said that most of the additions have been in place since about 1911, except for the enclosed, kind of clapboard structure that one can see on the back. She said that might have been put in between 1920 and 1933; it is an extension of the porch enclosure. Bristow said this is a very well-maintained and intact version of the small hall and parlor type of house. She said that is why staff feels this not only meets criteria A and B but also D, for being associated with Sylvanus Johnson, who owned the property, and then David Boarts, who was the brick mason who built it and Calvin Hall. Swaim opened the public hearing. Swaim closed the public hearing. Swaim said this house has always caught her attention on Dubuque Street. She stated that the other brick houses are rather grand compared to this one, but the little is just important as the big. Swaim said it has its own kind of story to tell. She said the fact that Boarts was a brick mason contributes to the story of all of the other brick houses as well. PROTEST 07 REZONING TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IOWA CITY, IOWA CITY OF 10 IVA CITY We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the following property: q/O AWTH e-"viTzm 5T(Leir--7— This protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, all in accordance with Section 414.5 of the Code of Iowa. Property Property By: _ By: INDIVIDUAL PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This instrument was acknowledged before me on tuid individual property owner(s)). 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SIGAFOOSE AssocIATE: CHRISTOPHER A. JONES March 7, 2018 NEUZIL, SANDERSON & SIGAFOOSE, P. C. ATTORNEYS AT LAW 119 WRIGHT STREET PO Box 1607 IOWA CITY, IOWA 52244-1607 Iowa City Planning and Zoning Commission 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240 TELEPHONE: IOWA CITY: (319) 337.3167 oxfoRD: (319) 828-4175 FAX: (319) 356-6153 RE: March 15, 2018 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Historic Preservation Landmark Designation for 410-412 N. Clinton Street Dear Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission: I am writing to you on behalf of Robert Crane, the owner of the property located at 410- 412 North Clinton Street in Iowa City which the Historic Preservation Commission has recommended to be designated as a historic landmark. This property is located across the street from the University of Iowa's Currier Residence Hall and is zoned RM -44 (High Density Multi - Residential). This property is not a single-family residence. Since purchasing the property in approximately 1981, Mr. Crane has rented the property and currently provides affordable, non- student housing only blocks away from Iowa City's downtown business district. The older home that faces the street is a rooming -style house with nine bedrooms that share bathrooms and kitchens. Attached to the rear of this older home is an apartment building that was constructed in 1965 with nine one -bedroom self-sufficient apartments. From the outside, these structures appear to be a single building. Each apartment has an external entryway. This letter is to urge you to reject the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation for the following reasons and recommend that the City Council reject this proposal. 1. The historic landmark designation will have an extreme and negative impact on the value of Mr. Crane's property that is disproportionately greater than most residential properties designated as a historical landmark due to the location and zoning of this property. The high-density zoning designation and unique location just steps from residence halls and classrooms of the University of Iowa and downtown employers distinguish this property from most historic landmarks. This property differs from other single-family homes in residential neighborhoods because it has significantly higher income potential than most other residential properties due to the high-density zoning in this location. Consequently, the restrictions from the historic landmark zoning will significantly reduce the property's value and burden Mr. Crane far more than other property owners who own older homes in Iowa City. The purposes of historic preservation in Iowa City include stabilizing and improving property values and strengthening the economy of the city.' Mr. Crane is a licensed real estate broker and appraiser with over 40 years of appraisal experience and believes the negative impact on his valuation will be significant and extreme. The significant decrease in value is an unfair burden for Mr. Crane to bear without compensation from the City. Rather than preserving and improving Mr. Crane's property value, this designation will lower his value and may reduce the values of adjoining properties. 2. The historic integrity of this property was compromised long ago by the additional apartment building attached to the home. The building with the largest footprint on this lot is a three-story apartment building that sits aside and behind the brick house. This apartment building is attached to the older home, although it is not connected inside and they do not share any common space. This brick apartment building is believed to have been constructed in 1965 and shares none of the common architectural features of the house. The apartment building has no historical value. The 1965 addition changed the character of this property so that a majority of the construction on the property is clearly not historic. Imposing the historic landmark designation on the entire property will impose a zoning regime on a structure to which the landmark designation was not intended to apply and which clearly does not meet the statutory requirements for a historic property. Photos showing the apartment are attached to this letter. 3. The additional burdens imposed by the historic landmark zoning regime should not be applied to the apartment structure or to the unattached garage. There are three structures on Mr. Crane's Clinton Street property: the home, the apartment structure attached to the home, and a detached garage on the east (rear) side of the lot. The Historic Preservation Committee has recommended designating the entire lot as a historic landmark, which would impose the historic preservation zoning requirements on all structures on the property, even though at least two of the three structures, including the largest structure on the property, clearly fail to meet the requirements of a historic structure. The historic preservation zoning regime includes a requirement to obtain a historic review to make changes to or make certain repairs to the exterior of all parts of the property. Designating the entire property as a historic landmark will mean that the garage and apartment building will also be designated as historic landmarks and that Mr. Crane will be required to apply for a regulated permit and seek a historic review before he can make any changes or make certain repairs to the exterior of the building. The historic review process will impose significant logistical burdens on Mr. Crane that will increase the time and cost of repairs to building that are clearly not historic. 4. The historic landmark designation: will increase the cost of operating this property and discourages the City's goal ofpromoting private affordable housing. One of Iowa City's greatest current challenges is the rising cost of housing. The City has identified affordable housing as a significant policy goal and objective.2 Mr. Crane has used this 1 Pagel, Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, adopted September 7, 2010. 2 Page 7, City of Iowa City, 2017-2017 Strategic Plan Summary, available at http://www. www8.iowa- city. org/weblink/0%doc/1767642/5trategicPlanSummary-12-2017-S.pdf property to provide affordable housing to many low-income residents in a good location since he purchased the property in 1981. Currently there are nine units of housing in the rooming house that rent for $450.00/month per room. The one -bedroom apartments in the 1965 addition are self- sufficient units and each rent for $560.00 per month. The rent for Mr. Crane's one -bedroom apartments are approximately 30% less than the $822/month average rent in Iowa City.' The rooming house with shared facilities in the older home provides an alternative housing option with even lower rents. Most of the tenants on this property are not students. Mr. Crane has been helping Iowa City meet the objective of providing affordable housing since buying the property in 1981 in a neighborhood that has a convenient location near the downtown business district that has good access to public transportation. The historic landmark zoning regulations will impose additional burdens and costs on operating this property that will be passed to tenants, many of whom have very low incomes. These additional costs that will be passed to the tenants make the City's objective of having affordable housing more difficult to achieve. Mr. Crane is 78 years old and suffers from several health conditions, but he continues to actively manage the property. He is not a large corporate landlord. It is his hope that the commission will review this matter from his perspective and chose to recommend to the City Council to not designate this property as a historic landmark. Sincerely, /s/ Christopher A. Jones Attorney at Law 3 Cedar Rapids Gazette, May 1, 2016, Iowa City has higher share of renters paying 3096 or more of income to housing than other metros, available at: http://www.thegazette.com/subject/news/business/iowa-city-has-higher- share-of-renters-paying-30-percent-or-mare-of-income-to-housing-than-other-metros-20160501 (the Gazette reports that Cook Appraisal determined the average cost of an apartment within one mile of the Pentacrest to be $822). 'r rL Real Caw Cuu"210 g C.R.B. Certified Residential Broker G.R.I. Graduate Realtors Institute A.R.A. Accredited Rural Appraiser M.S.A. Master Senior Appraiser January 2018 Dear Planning and Zoning Committee Member: Sales • Residential Appraisals - Farm Management- Farm Sales - My name is Robert Crane and I own 410-412 N. Clinton Street, which has a lot of 12,000 square feet with three buildings on it. The Historic Preservation Commission has chosen this site to designate as a historic property. This nomination will come before your committee either March 1 or March 15, 2018. My wife and I purchased this property in 1981. My wife purchased the first half and two years later I purchased the second half. Since we purchased 412 N. Clinton it has been operating as a rooming house, which was its prior use. The 410 building is attached to the 412 building and contains nine one—bedroom apartments. And, behind the buildings there is a garage and parking lot. I am strongly opposed to having the historic preservation designation and have several concern's about this type of designation. These include: 1. This property clearly sits in a rental income neighborhood and has been used as a rental income producing property for decades. The 412 house was converted into a rooming house and the attached apartment building was all done prior to my purchase of the property. I purchased it as an income—producing property. as an investmgnt. 2. The immediate and drastic diminution of value (drop in value). 3. Diminishing the net income due to the requirements of such status. 4. The costly repairs demanded by the historic commission will reduce cash flow from the project, for anybody. An owner would not have a say as to how to handle repairs to the property. 5. My emphasis is, and always has been, to offer affordable housing to those who need it to survive in a respectable fashion and hdme life setting. If historic designation is placed on this property then the costs to maintain the property escalate, which in turn will - drastically increase rents. Please consider the value of what I do here. Iowa Cfty, Iowa 52240 (319) 354-4100 fax (319) 358-2134 Planning Page 2 January & Zoning 2018 6. The historic beauty of 412 was destroyed when the 410 apartment building was attached to the rear of the 412 building in the 1960s. Thus, I feel these buildings do not qualify for such a designation. This is not a good fit. 7. I have had active inquiries from possible buyers of the property and was in discussions when somebody at the Cedar Rapids Gazette called about a rumor that the property was being sold. Why be concerned with a historic preservation designation when one knows that in the long—term the University of Iowa. who is backed,by the Board of Regents and State of Iowa, will ultimately be the owner of the property due to its location. 8. I am 78 years old and worked a long time, have cancer, a heart condition, and Type II diabetes and I do not want to relish or tolerate the rest of my years in conflict with the demands on a property that I own. This action violates ones rights in owning real estate and may venture further than that lnhttp://www.practicalfarmers.org/ Constitutional Law. I am happy to answer any questions you may have. Sincerely. Robert C. Crane Owner. Crane on Clinton LLC From: Kevin Boyd <kevinmboyd@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 9:16 AM To: PlanningZoningPublic Subject: Iowa City Historic Landmarks Commissioners, I'm writing to urge your support to designate all the properties as local landmarks. I grew up in Iowa City and moved back 3 years ago. Iowa City has always been home to me. The distance has allowed me to more greatly appreciate the value our shared history and the buildings, big and small, that tell part of the story of who we are as a community. Not every building contributes to our shared story, but these structures certainly do. I hope you recognize their value as part of our comprehensive plan. I do want to comment specifically about 410-412 N Clinton St, the oldest property. This property is already used, in a historically sensitive way, at a higher density than the single family home it once was. The apartment addition addition to the back was added in a way that was very sensitive to the original property and stands as a model to preserve and adapt as it is today. I wish I could be at the meeting to share my comments directly, but I am out of town on business. Thank you, Kevin Boyd 622 N Van Buren St. Iowa City, IA From: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2018 10:50 AM To: Plan ningZoningPublic Subject: Designation of Historic Homes as Iowa City Landmarks Dear Members of Planning and Zoning Commission, I want to express my support for designating the properties noted below as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. Each of these properties captures a piece of the unique history of Iowa City, both architecturally, and through the stories that they tell. Visitors to Iowa City often comment that these type of properties are what make our town unique and comparable to other bigger cities in the US and in Europe that value historic structures. People that have relocated to our community often note that, unlike others towns, our leaders have had the courage to preserve the past. Please vote to designate these properties as Iowa City Landmarks. • 1029 N. Dodge St • 504 E. Bloomington St • 213 E. Market St • 319 E. Bloomington St. • 412 N. Dubuque St • 410-412 N. Clinton St • 715 West Park Road Thank you, Dan Cummins 12 Bella Vista Place M Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00007) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 410-412 North Clinton Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP). (REZ18-00007) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 410 North Clinton Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to High Density Multi -Family Residential with a Historic Preserva on Overlay (RM -44 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was originally constructed in 1OL5 and is associated with several prominent figures from wa City's history; and ' Whereas, the Comp hens neighborhoods surroundin the Whereas, Goal 1 of the is for identification of resources individual buildings as landmarl Whereas, the Historic Pr ve Plan encourages the F University of Iowa campus; ;toric Preservation compo nificant to Iowa City's Iigand / Landmark designation, has found significance to Iowa City history, into and of historic buildings in the of the Comprehensive Plan calls with the objective of designating 1 Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic it meets the criteria for landmark designation in its of location Od design, and has recommended approval; Whereas, the Planning and ZoningCommi sion has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has foun that it meets the Comprehensive Plan goals of providing incentives to maintain and improve r housing stock, especially near the University Campus and identifying historic resources t are not currently protected by landmark designation; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Co ncil of the'C�ity of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. roperty described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of High Den Ity Multi -Family '(RM -44) zone to High Density Multi - Family with a Historic Preservation Overl y (RM -44 / OHP) zone: Iowa City Original T n, North Half of Lots 5 aria 6 in Block 75 Section II. Zoning Map. The ilding Inspector is hereby author'zed and directed to change the zoning map of the City of I a City, Iowa, to conform to this�@mendment upon the final passage, approval and publicati of this ordinance by law. \\ Section III. Certification A Recordin . Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorizaO and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the Cofinty Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section VSection V. Severabili�. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20_. Ordinance No. Page 2 Mayor Approved by: Attest: City Clerk City Attomey's Office Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-3565240 (REZ1600007) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at410-412 North Clinton Street from High Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-44) to RM-44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44 / OHP). (IEZ18-00007) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 410 North Clinton Street from High Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-44) to High Density Multi-Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was originally constructed in 1865 and is associated with several prominent figures from Iowa City's history; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the preservation of historic buildings in the neighborhoods surrounding the University.of Iowa campus; and Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation, has found that it meets the criteria for landmark designation in its significance to Iowa City history, integrity of location and design, and has recommended approval; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found that it meets the Comprehensive Man goals of providing incentives to maintain and improve older housing stock, especia§ neargDe U00l!yy��rsity Campus and identifying historic resources that are not currently pr eddy I infJAiark designation; n- -=1 n w i- Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, IoAm a M Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Property described below is hereby ladifieclrain its current zoning designation of High Density Multi-Family (RM-44) zone t^ igh Density Multi- Family with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM-44 / OHP) zone: o Iowa City Original Town, North Half of Lots 5 and 6 in Block 75 Section Il. Zoning Map. The Building Inspector is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendSnent upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance by law. Section III. Certificationd Recordin . Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authonz d and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owner's expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of 20_. Ordinance No. Page 2 City Clea Mayor Approved by: N 0 o co r— a m om ? 0 D 0 Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5240 (REZ18-00007) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning property located at 410-412 North Clinton Street from High Density Multi -family Residential (RM -44) to RM -44 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / OHP). (REZ18-00007) Whereas, the applicant, the Historic Preservation Commission, has requested a rezoning of property located at 410 North Clinton Street from High Dens Multi -family Residential (RM -44) to High Density Multi -family. Residential with a Historic Preservati n Overlay (RM -44 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was originally constructed in 1 65 and is associated with several prominent figures from low'$ City's history; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the F neighborhoods surrounding the. University of Iowa campus; Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission t Landmark designation, has found, that it meets the cif significance to Iowa City history, integrity of location and cfe and / of historic buildings in the reviewed the proposed Historic for landmark designation in its and has recommended approval; Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commissio eehas reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found that it ts the Comprehensive Plan goals of providing incentives to maintain and improve older h using stock, especially near the University Campus and identifying historic resources `;hat re not currently protected by landmark designation; Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council Section I. Historic Landmark Approval. Prop current zoning designation of High Density Mu i with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RM -44 / H Iowa City Original Town f to City of Iowa City, Iowa: rty described below is hereby reclassMd from its family (RM -44) zone to HighBensit�lultkfamily P) zone:' —j Half of Lots 5, and 6 in Block Z5n r m -gym -n Section II. Zoning Map. The Buildi g Inspector is hereby a thorized an cte� to C ge the zoning map of the City of Iowa ity, Iowa, to conform to this amend§ent uVoon t "final passage, approval and publication o his ordinance by law. w Section III. Certification And ecordin . Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized ptrid directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same, at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, at the owners expense, all as provided by law. Section IV. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section VI. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. Passed and approved this day of , 20. O T W LO FILED 2018 APR -2 PM 4- 03 CITY CLERK iOWA CITY, IO1'!A N N Q PROTEST OF REZONING TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL I � IOWA CITY, IOWA +� CITY OF10IVA CITY We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the follow ertty�y: Jc th59-P This protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, all in accordance with Section 414.5 of the Code of Iowa Property Address: CI. S '5 © ez-zt ;rte_ f `w Properly_Pwner(s):, 114*W11 mac f i XI � — E� .r INDIVIDUAL PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This iDEb=ent was acknowledged before me o fS Ey A-yL Sw z-6md*- individual property owner(s)). -y4u*•eQ Commis":: bio MY Commisirn E, o`t2e No blic in and for theS� of Iowa KUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNING FOR PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This instrument was acknowledged before me on (name(s) of person(s)) as FILED APR l 71018 City Clerk iowa City, Iowa W' by (name(s) of (Date) by (type of authority, such as officer, trustee) of (name of property owner) . Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa Orig: Subd Folder 02/2013 Cc: CA — PCD - Council - Media File PROTEST OF REZONING TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IOWA CITY, IOWA I CITY OFIDWA CITY We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the following property: -C - `� L2 viz sNv-, ! This protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, all in accordance with Section 414.5 of the Code of Iowa. 1< Property Address: 'I 1 y t . N1,ai ke-j-" rrr5i• Prope wner(s): 3owcl 1n11e�ME/ITS F I L% D X By: , '-'P". " APR 17 2018 By: City Clerk INDIVIDUAL PROPERTY OWNER(S): Iowa City, Iowa STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This instrument was acknowledgeefore me on /`> 3 a O 16 (Date) by '9" w vt C L, 41r -i! and (name(s) of individual property owner(s)). ROBERT C CRAMP Noiaial Seal - Ir CoMMLWM8o .t .2 8 Zd 4E' °dh(NP(4i the State of w� or ` q HORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNING FOR PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This instrument was acknowledged before me on (name(s) of person(s)) as (name (Date) by (type of authority, such as officer, property owner) . Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa trustee) of Orig: Subd Folder 02/2013 Cc: CA — PCD - Council - Media File PROTEST OF REZONING i��5 i TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IOWA CITY, IOWA "1— CITY OFIOWA CITY We, the undersigned, being the owners of property included in the proposed zoning change, or the owners of property which is located within two hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property for which the zoning change is proposed, do hereby protest the rezoning of the following property: Oto -`fl Z 0%6. 4-r � This protest is signed and acknowledged with the intention that such rezoning shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of at least three-fourths of all the members of the council, all in accordance with Section 414.5 of the Code of Iowa. Property Address: 1 Property f By:vi By: _ INDIVIDUAL PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: This property owner(s)). before me r+ FA No ublic in and for the to of Iowa AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNING FOR PROPERTY OWNER(S): STATE OF IOWA ) JOHNSON COUNTY) ss: FLED APR 17 Y018 City Clerk Iowa City, Iowa (Date) by (name(s) of This instrument was acknowledged before me on (Date) by (name(s) of person(s)) as (type of authority, such as officer, trustee) of (name of property owner) . Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa Orig: Subd Folder 02/2013 Cc: CA — PCD - Council - Media File Subm �+Eecl I H , 1 � � rAtli H F 4 f L IS Srft If I I I NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATED COST FOR THE ASPHALT RESURFACING 2018 — US HWY 1 (BURLINGTON STREET AND GOVERNOR STREET) PROJECT IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct a public hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the construction of the Asphalt Resurfacing 2018 - US HWY 1 (Burlington Street and Governor Street) Project in said city at 7:00 p.m. on the 17th day of April, 2018, said meeting to be held in the Emma J. Harvat Hall in the City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street in said city, or if said meeting is cancelled, at the next meeting of the City Council thereafter as posted by the City Clerk. Said plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost are now on file in the office of the City Clerk in the City Hall in Iowa City, Iowa, and may be inspected by any interested persons. Any interested persons may appear at said meeting of the City Council for the purpose of making objections to and comments concerning said plans, specifications, contract or the cost of making said improvement. This notice is given by order of the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by law. KELLIE FRUEHLING, CITY CLERK I 1 CITY OF IOWA CIT 04-17-78 �, °�� COUNCIL ACTION REPO April 2, 2018 Resolution setting a public hearing on April 17, 2018 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Asphalt Resurfacing 2018 — US Hwy 1 (Burlington Street and Governor Street) Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said plans on file for public inspection Prepared By: Dave Panos — Senior Civil Engineer Reviewed By: Ron Knoche — Public Works Director Jason Havel — City Engineer Geoff Fruin — City Manager Fiscal Impact: The estimated cost for this project is $2,972,900 and will be funded with Pavement Rehabilitation Funds S3824. Recommendations: Staff: Approval Commission: N/A Attachments: N/A Executive Summary: This agenda item begins the process to bid the Asphalt Resurfacing 2018 — US Hwy 1 (Burlington Street and Governor Street) Project. This is a joint maintenance project between the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) and the City of Iowa City that concentrates on asphalt resurfacing along Hwy 1 in Iowa City, including sections of Burlington Street from Van Buren Street to Governor Street, and Governor Street from Burlington Street to Dodge Street. This project will include funding from the Iowa DOT, and will be referenced by the Iowa DOT as Project No. NHSN-001-5(116) - - 2R-52. Project funding will include a funding agreement with the Iowa DOT (# 2018-16-197), which will include reimbursement for eligible construction costs, such as milling and resurfacing of US Hwy 1 (travel lanes), base repair and patching, and pavement markings. The City will be responsible for the remaining construction costs, and will utilize pavement rehabilitation funds for the costs associated with maintenance related items such as curb and gutter repair and utility improvements (repair or replacement of storm sewer or sanitary sewer facilities). In addition, the Iowa DOT and the City will share the costs for curb ramp repairs such as sidewalk and curb ramp replacement, new ADA tile installation, and related curb and gutter replacement. The funding breakdown for curb ramp repairs will include the Iowa DOT paying 55% and the City paying 45% of the total construction costs related to the curb ramp repairs. The funding agreement with the Iowa DOT is included in a separate resolution, and it is estimated the Iowa DOT share will be approximately $1,524,088 of the estimated total project cost of $2,972,900. The project also involves work on local streets, including Johnson Street from Burlington Street to Bowery Street, Burlington Street from Governor Street to Summit Street, and Court Street from Johnson Street to Dodge Street. Additionally, this project will include chipsealing of local roads and trails. Work on these local sections will be funded entirely by the City. 'r1 CITY OF IOWA CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT In addition to asphalt overlay and chipsealing, the project includes sanitary sewer, storm intake and manhole repairs, repair of curb and gutter as needed and replacement of curb ramps to current ADA standards. Background / Analysis: The Asphalt Resurfacing 2018 — US Hwy 1 (Burlington and Governor Street) will include work at the following locations: Street Milling and 3" Overlay US Hwy 1 (Burlington Street) from Van Buren Street to Governor Street US Hwy 1 (Governor Street) from Burlington Street to Dodge Street Burlington Street from Governor Street to Summit Street Johnson Street from Burlington Street to Bowery Street Court Street from Johnson Street to Dodge Street Chipsealing Taft Avenue from American Legion Road to Rochester Avenue Napoleon Street from Sand Road to South Wastewater Treatment Plant Ridge Street from Ginter Avenue to Highland Avenue Maier Avenue from Rohret Road to Kessler Road Windsor Ridge Park Trail Project Timeline: Set Public Hearing — April 2, 2018 Hold Public Hearing —April 17, 2018 Bid Letting — May 9, 2018 Award Date — May 15, 2018 Construction Start — June 11, 2018 1 f1 Resurfacing•- ,, t ` to 4 56b i �Y 4 L6 i V -, x � _ a- 'rte b _ i .r ti I r 1 MCITY OF IOWA CI o10 a-17- 1 R -, COUNCIL ACTION REPOE-12 April 17, 2018 Resolutions for the Issuance of 2018 General Obligation Bonds Prepared By: Dennis Bockenstedt, Finance Director Reviewed By: Ashley Monroe, Assistant City Manager Fiscal Impact: Adopted as part of the FY2018 Revised Budget and the 2018-2022 Capital Improvement Program Recommendations: Staff: Approval Commission: N/A Attachments: Resolutions to institute proceedings to take additional action for 2018 General Obligation Bonds; Resolutions directing the advertisement for sale and approving electronic bidding procedures for 2018A General Obligation Bonds and 2018B Taxable General Obligation Bonds; 2018 General Obligation Bonds Project Schedule by Hearing Type Executive Summary: There are three separate resolutions to institute proceedings for the issuance of the 2018 General Obligation Bonds to be considered by the City Council following three separate public hearings. Attached is a project schedule by hearing for the 2018 General Obligation Bonds. All of the bonds are then combined into two separate issues for sale and bidding: the 2018A GO Bond issue, which is a tax-exempt general obligation bond issue, and the 2018B Taxable GO Bond issue, which is a taxable general obligation bond issue. There are two additional resolutions directing the advertisement for sale and electronic bidding procedures for these two bond issues. Background / Analysis: The City issues bonds every spring to fund the current year's capital improvement projects listed in the Five -Year Capital Improvement Program. The City Council adopted the 2018 capital improvement program on March 6, 2018. The City's bond attorney, R. Mark Cory, determines the number of bond resolutions required based upon the purpose and classification of the bonds being issued. Iowa state code classifies general obligation bonds as either General or Essential. General obligation bonds classified as General are limited to $700,000 per project and are subject to reverse referendum within 30 days of adoption of the resolution. General obligation bonds classified as Essential do not have a $700,000 project expense cap and are not subject to reverse referendum. The public hearings for the 2018 General Obligation Bond issues have a total combined issuance amount of not to exceed $11,995,000 for projects totaling $11,753,500. The $241,500 difference between is the contingency for bond issuance costs. The bonds are classified into two separate types of bonds for sale to the investors: tax exempt and taxable. The different classification represents the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) T 1 CITY OF IOWA CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT treatment of the interest earnings to the investors. If bonds are being sold as tax exempt, the IRS requires that the City comply with applicable Federal regulations. Taxable bonds allow for more flexibility to the City in how the bond proceeds are spent and invested. In addition to the above treatment, under IRS rules, the City must issue less than $10 million of tax exempt bonds to be able to register them as "bank qualified". "Bank qualification" status gives certain tax advantages to bank investors that they do not get under non-bank qualified bonds. This designation has historically brought in more bidders and a lower interest rate for the City. By issuing a portion of this year's bond issue as taxable and designating the larger portion of the bond sale as "bank qualified", we believe that we will get more bidders and a lower interest rate on the majority of the bonds being sold. On the taxable portion, the interest rate may be a little higher, but the repayment terms for those bonds is very short — two years. This minimizes the impact of the taxable rate on the bonds. We believe that this strategy should provide the City with the best possible results for this year's sale given the current market and sale environment. The sale date for these bonds is May 1, 2018. 2018 General Obligation Bonds Project Schedule by Hearing Type General General Purpose - Purpose - Essential Parks/Tratls/ Public Works Project Name Description Purpose City Hall Building City Hall Remodel for MPOJC Remodel MPOJC offices on lower level of $ 150,000 City Hall Public Works Facility Construct portions of the new public works $ 700,000 facility West Riverbank Stabilization Stabilization of the west bank of the Iowa $ 680,000 River from Benton Street to Hwy 6. Riverfront Crossings Park Develop Riverfront Crossings Park on site of Development old wastewater plant in Riverfront Crossings $ 200,000 District. Pedestrian Mall Reconstruction of the Blackhawk mini park Reconstruction and the east and west wings of the $ 3,100,000 edestrian mall. Replace park shelter, restrooms, playgroud Creekside Park and sport court and upgrade access paths. Redevelopment Also adds trails, parking areas, and $ 650,000 community garden space. Removes pedestrian bridge. Cardigan Park Development Development of park land with trails, shelter, $ 168,500 fire it, and landsca ing. Dubuque Street Reconstruct and elevate approximately Reconstruction 4,200 feet of Dubuque Street and replace $ 5,000,000 the Park Road Bridge. Consolidation of driveways, undergrounding utilities, and installing sidewalks and Riverside Drive Streetscape landscaping along the west side of Riverside $ 205,000 Improvements Drive from Myrtle Avenue to Benton Street and around the comer from Benton to Orchard Street. Upgrade traffic signals and curb ramps on Gilbert Street at College & Washington Gilbert Street Intersection intersection. Replace existing Improvements roadway/pedestrian lighting along east side $ 750,000 of Gilbert Street between College & Wasington, and on both sides of Washington between Gilbert & Van Buren. Rochester Ave Sidewalk Infill Construction of sidewalk along the north side Project of Rochester Avenue between the water $ 150,000 storage site St. Thomas Court. GO Bond 2018 Project Totals Public Hearing Amount $10,535,000 $ 518,500 $ 700,000 $ 11,753,500 $10,750,000 $ 545,000 $ 700,000 $ 11,995,000 Ni NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, ON THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $10,750,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY (FOR ESSENTIAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND THE HEARING ON THE ISSUANCE THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Iowa City, State of Iowa, will hold a public hearing on the 17th day of April, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., in the Emma J. Harvat Hall, City Hall, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, Iowa, at which meeting the Council proposes to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $10,750,000 General Obligation Bonds, for essential corporate purposes, to provide funds to pay the costs of: a) acquisition, construction, reconstruction, and improvement of real and personal property, useful for the protection of property in the City from the effects of flood waters, including construction and improvement of embankments and the development and beautification of the banks and other areas adjacent to flood control improvements; b) opening, widening, extending, grading, and draining of the right-of- way of streets, highways, avenues, alleys and public grounds, and market places, and the removal and replacement of dead or diseased trees thereon; the construction, reconstruction, and repairing of any street improvements, bridges, grade crossing separations and approaches; the acquisition, installation, and repair of sidewalks, culverts, retaining walls, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water service lines, street lighting, and traffic control devices; and the acquisition of any real estate needed for any of the foregoing purposes; and c) rehabilitation and improvement of parks already owned, including the removal, replacement and planting of trees in the parks, and facilities, equipment, and improvements commonly found in city parks. At the above meeting the Council shall receive oral or written objections from any resident or property owner of the City to the above action. After all objections have been received and considered, the Council will at the meeting or at any adjournment thereof, take additional action for the issuance of the Bonds or will abandon the proposal to issue said Bonds. This notice is given by order of the City Council of the City of Iowa City, State of Iowa, as provided by Section 384.25 of the Code of Iowa. Dated this 5th day of April, 2018. Kellie K. Fruehling City Clerk, City of Iowa City, State of Iowa NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, ON THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $545,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND THE HEARING ON THE ISSUANCE THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Iowa City, State of Iowa, will hold a public hearing on the 17th day of April, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., in the Emma J. Harvat Hall, City Hall, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, Iowa, at which meeting the Council proposes to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $545,000 General Obligation Bonds, for general corporate purposes, bearing interest at a rate of not to exceed nine (9%) per centum per annum, the Bonds to be issued to provide funds to pay the costs of acquisition, construction, reconstruction, enlargement, improvement, and equipping of city halls, recreation grounds, recreation buildings, juvenile playgrounds, recreation centers, and parks, and the acquisition of any real estate necessary therefor. At any time before the date of the meeting, a petition, asking that the question of issuing such Bonds be submitted to the legal voters of the City, may be filed with the Clerk of the City, in the manner provided by Section 362.4 of the Code of Iowa, pursuant to the provisions of Section 384.26 of the Code of Iowa. At the above meeting the Council shall receive oral or written objections from any resident or property owner of the City to the above action. After all objections have been received and considered, the Council will at the meeting or at any adjournment thereof, take additional action for the issuance of the Bonds or will abandon the proposal to issue said Bonds. This notice is given by order of the City Council of the City of Iowa City, State of Iowa, as provided by Section 384.26 of the Code of Iowa. Dated this 5th day of April, 2018. Kellie K. Fruehling City Clerk, City of Iowa City, State of Iowa I NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, ON THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND THE HEARING ON THE ISSUANCE THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Iowa City, State of Iowa, will hold a public hearing on the 17th day of April, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., in the Emma J. Harvat Hall, City Hall, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, Iowa, at which meeting the Council proposes to take additional action for the issuance of not to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds, for general corporate purposes, bearing interest at a rate of not to exceed nine (9%) per centum per annum, the Bonds to be issued to provide funds to pay the costs of acquisition, construction, reconstruction, enlargement, improvement, and equipping of portions of the new public works facility. At any time before the date of the meeting, a petition, asking that the question of issuing such Bonds be submitted to the legal voters of the City, may be filed with the Clerk of the City in the manner provided by Section 362.4 of the Code of Iowa, pursuant to the provisions of Section 384.26 of the Code of Iowa. At the above meeting the Council shall receive oral or written objections from any resident or property owner of the City to the above action. After all objections have been received and considered, the Council will at the meeting or at any adjournment thereof, take additional action for the issuance of the Bonds or will abandon the proposal to issue said Bonds. This notice is given by order of the City Council of the City of Iowa City, State of Iowa, as provided by Section 384.26 of the Code of Iowa. Dated this 5th day of April, 2018. Kellie K. Fruehling City Clerk, City of Iowa City, State of Iowa iti