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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-15 Ordinance Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner,Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ17-00015) Ordinance No. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 7.84 acres from Interim Development Research Development Park (ID-RP) zone to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM- 12) zone located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road. (REZ17-00015) Whereas,the applicant, Cardinal Pointe West, LLC, has requested a rezoning of property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road from Interim Development Research Development Park(ID-RP)to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily(OPD/RM-12);and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan indicates that this area is appropriate for clustered development to protect environmentally sensitive features;and Whereas, the property is located at a highly visible entrance to the city adjacent to Deer Creek Road and Highway 218 where it is subject to negative effects of noise, fumes and dust from these roadways; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan contains policies to assure long-tern livability of neighborhoods by buffering between residential development and incompatible uses such as major highways, and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan contains policies to preserve and enhance the entranceways to the city by considering the appearance of new development from major entranceways at the time of rezoning, and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has the reviewed the proposed rezoning and determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan provided that it meets conditions addressing the need for buffering from Highway 218 and building and site design appropriate for an entry to Iowa City;and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change;and Whereas, the owner and applicant has agreed that the property shall be developed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto to ensure appropriate development in this area of the city. Now,therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I Approval. Subject to the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto and incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Interim Development Research Development Park(ID-RP)to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12): PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12,TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST OF THE 5T"PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA AS RECORDED IN BOOK 56, PAGE 40 IN THE OFFICE OF THE JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA RECORDER.SAID PARCEL CONTAINS 7.84 ACRES, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. 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 Ordinance No. Page 2 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. 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 , 20 . MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK p roved by City Attorney's Office Ordinance No. Page It was moved by and seconded by that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Botchway Cole Mims Salih Taylor Thomas Throgmorton First Consideration 05/15/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Botchway. NAYS: Throgmorton. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration Vote for passage: Date published Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern,410 E.Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240(319)356-5240(REZ17-00015) Conditional Zoning Agreement This agreement is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation (hereinafter"City") and Cardinal Pointe West, LLC (hereinafter"Owner"). Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately 7.84 acres of property located west of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and east of Deer Creek Road; and Whereas, the Owner has requested the rezoning of said property from Interim Development—Research Development Park (ID-RP) to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily (OPD/RM-12); and Whereas, the property is located at a highly visible entrance to the city adjacent to Deer Creek Road and Highway 218 where it is subject to negative effects of noise, fumes and dust from these roadways; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan contains policies to assure long-tern livability of neighborhoods by buffering between residential development and incompatible uses such as major highways, and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan contains policies to preserve and enhance the entranceways to the city by considering the appearance of new development from major entranceways at the time of rezoning, and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has determined that, with appropriate conditions regarding sound mitigation for Highway 218, dust control for Deer Creek Road, pervious surfaces for fire lanes, approval of landscaping plan, and substantial compliance with site and building plans, the requested zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the Owner acknowledges that certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the need for mitigation of highway noise and dust from Deer Creek Road, appropriate landscaping and outdoor open space, pervious surfaces for fire lanes, and compliance with site and building plans; and Whereas, the Owner agrees to develop this property in accordance with the terms and conditions of a Conditional Zoning Agreement. Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows: 1. Cardinal Pointe West, L.L.C. is the legal title holder of the property legally described as ppdadMagl/rez17-00015 cza.doc 1 PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST OF THE 5TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA AS RECORDED IN BOOK 56, PAGE 40 IN THE OFFICE OF THE JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA RECORDER. SAID PARCEL CONTAINS 7.84 ACRES, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. 2. The Owner acknowledges that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the principles of the Comprehensive Plan. 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 needs caused by the requested change. 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. Prior to issuance of a building permit, Owner shall: i. Obtain approval of a sound mitigation plan, prepared by an acoustical engineer, from the Building Official prior to the issuance of a building permit for any buildings within 300 feet of Highway 218 right-of-way; ii. Owner shall obtain approval of a landscape plan from the City Forrester prior to issuance of a building permit. Such plan shall include disease-resistant native trees, shrubs, grasses and forbs. Such plan shall be designed to create a sound and visual buffer between the development and Deer Creek Road/Highway 218. b. Development and maintenance of the subject property shall: i. conform with the approved sound mitigation plan, ii. conform with the approved landscape plan, iii. substantially comply with the Sensitive Areas Site Plan attached hereto and by reference made part of this agreement, including the provision of decks and walkways adjacent to the stormwater detention pond as illustrated on said Plan; iv. generally comply with building design drawings attached hereto, including the use of a variety of stone, masonry and siding colors. c. Any area designated solely as fire lane shall be constructed with a pervious surface approved by the Fire Marshal and properly maintained accordingly; d. Dust control must be maintained for Deer Creek Road while Deer Creek Road is open to traffic. 4. The Owner and City acknowledge that 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. The Owner and City acknowledge that in the event the subject property is transferred, • sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all redevelopment will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement. 6. The parties acknowledge that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with the land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force ppdadMagUrez17-00015 cza.doc 2 and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. The parties further acknowledge that this agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 7. The Owner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 8. The parties agree that 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 Applicant's expense. Dated this day of , 20 City of Iowa City Jim Throgmorton, Mayor By: Attest: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk By: Approved by: j? City Attorney's Office 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, of the City of Iowa City. Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Seal) PPdadm/agt/rez 1 7-00015 czadoc 3 and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. The parties further acknowledge that this agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 7. The Owner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 8. The parties agree that 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 Applicant's expense. Dated this day of , 20_ City of Iowa City pOM/Tt INE ST/ t..t-G e./C/ Jim Throgmorton. Mayor By: • of et DDtL o vE, Ativ,44 E1� Attest: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk By: Approved by: City Attorney's Office 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, of the City of Iowa City. Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) ppdadmlag'Jrez 17-00015 cza doc 3 Title (and Rank) Corporate Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 20_ by as of , Inc. 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III il I ing II• ..,I lilt-... ,.-_ . -1111...-2 . ,mdewt ii ---,---: :- , . g ... . ,... r, ...._. ..., 7...' ys 4-101.1 11.11 ' Ii 11-1 IIII. Ad. ti ,,. II! Ili I 01 M 5-111C ea''..' - -;;;.11111.=-- - iiti g ,Wii- I ' Front Elevation Right Elevation The Grove - Building 3 FUSION ARCHITECTS. INC. scale: 3/64" = 1-0" 04/19/2018 Deferred to 5/29/18 / I_ Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner,Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City,IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ18-00014) Ordinance No. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.41 acres from High Density Multifamily Residential (RM-44) zone to Riverfront Crossings—South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC-SD) zone located at 12 E. Court Street. (REZ18-00014) Whereas, the applicant, 100-500 LLC, has requested a rezoning of property located at 12 E.Court Street from High Density Multifamily Residential (RM-44) to Riverfront Crossings—South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC-SD); and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan indicates that this property is appropriate for redevelopment of high density multifamily housing that contributes to a pedestrian friendly streetscape; and Whereas, the requested rezoning will result in a significant increase in residential density, necessitating street improvements for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and Whereas, the large scale of the development (equivalent to a square block) necessitates careful consideration of design, and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has the reviewed the proposed rezoning and determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan provided that it meets conditions addressing the need for compliance with the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan including dedication of right of way and construction of Capitol Street; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the owner and applicant has agreed that the property shall be developed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto to ensure appropriate development in this area of the city. Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I Approval. Subject to the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto and incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of High Density Multifamily Residential (RM-44)to Riverfront Crossings–South Downtown Subdistrict(RFC-SD): ALL OF LOT 5,ALL OF LOT 6, LOT 7 EXCEPT THE NORTH 50 FEET OF THE EAST 25 FEET OF SAID LOT, LOT 8 EXCEPT THE EAST 25 FEET OF SAID LOT, IN BLOCK 101, IOWA CITY,JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA,ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF.ALSO INCLUDING THE CAPITOL STREET RIGHT OF WAY BETWEEN BLOCK 93 AND BLOCK 101 FROM THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF BURLINGTON STREET TO THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COURT STREET, IN IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA,ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF.ALSO INCLUDING LOTS 1, 2, 3, 4 BLOCK 93, IOWA CITY,ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. 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 Owners 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. Ordinance No. Page 2 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. 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 20_. MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK Ap roved blb City Attorneys Office Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern,410 E.Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240(319)356-5240(REZ18-00014) Conditional Zoning Agreement This agreement is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation (hereinafter"City") and 100-500, L.L.C. (hereinafter"Owner"). Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately 3.41 acres of property located at 12 E. Court Street; and Whereas, the Owner has requested the rezoning of said property from High Density Multifamily Residential (RM-44) to Riverfront Crossings—South Downtown Subdistrict (RFC- SD); and Whereas, the requested rezoning will result in a significant increase in residential density, necessitating street improvements for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and Whereas, the large scale of the development (equivalent to a square block) necessitates careful consideration of design, and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has determined that, with appropriate conditions regarding compliance with the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan, including dedication of right of way and the construction of Capitol Street and streetscape enhancements on Burlington Street, the requested zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the Owner acknowledges that certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the need for dedication of right of way and construction of Capitol Street and streetscape improvements on Burlington Street; and Whereas, the Owner agrees to develop this property in accordance with the terms and conditions of a Conditional Zoning Agreement. Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows: 1. 100-500 LLC is the legal title holder of the property legally described as ALL OF LOT 5, ALL OF LOT 6, LOT 7 EXCEPT THE NORTH 50 FEET OF THE EAST 25 FEET OF SAID LOT, LOT S EXCEPT THE EAST 25 FEET OF SAID LOT, IN BLOCK 101, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. ALSO INCLUDING THE CAPITOL STREET RIGHT OF WAY BETWEEN BLOCK 93 AND BLOCK 101 FROM THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF BURLINGTON STREET TO THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COURT STREET, IN IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT ppdadrtdagthezl8-000014 cza.doc 1 THEREOF. ALSO INCLUDING LOTS 1, 2, 3, 4 BLOCK 93, IOWA CITY, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. 2. The Owner acknowledges that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the principles of the Comprehensive Plan and the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. 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 needs caused by the requested change. 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. Prior to issuance of a building permit for any of the subject property, Owner shall; Dedicate right of way of sufficient width to the City to facilitate the reestablishment of Capitol Street, and ii. Obtain approval of the exterior design elevations from the Planning and Zoning Commission. If Level II design review is required for bonus height, the Planning and Zoning Commission will review the proposed development plan and make a recommendation to the City Council. b. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for any of the subject property Owner shall: i. Build the Capitol Street right-of-way to specifications approved by the City Engineer, and ii. Install streetscape improvements to enhance the pedestrian environment on Burlington Street and Court Street, as described in the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. c. Owner shall satisfy the affordable housing obligations imposed pursuant to Iowa City Code of Ordinances 14-2G-8 through the provision of on-site owner-occupied dwelling units, on-site rental dwelling units, and/or the payment of a fee in lieu of the remaining dwelling units not provided on-site or as otherwise agreed to between Owner and the City in an affordable housing agreement entered into prior to issuance of a building permit for development of any portion of the above-described property. 4. The Owner and City acknowledge that 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. The Owner and City acknowledge that in the event the subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all redevelopment will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement. 6. The parties acknowledge that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with the land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. 7. The parties further acknowledge that this agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind ppdad&agtlrezl8-000014 cza.doc 2 all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 8. The Owner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 9. The parties agree that 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 Applicant's expense. Dated this day of , 20_. City of Iowa City Jim Throgmorton, Mayor By: Attest: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk By: roved by: '_. . 6----/t).--W City Attorney's Office City Of Iowa City Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) )as: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 20_ by Jim Throgmorton and Kellie Fruehling as Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Iowa City. Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) 100-500, L.L.C.Acknowledgment: ppdadmlagllrezla-000014 cre.doc 3 all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 8. The Owner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 9. The parties agree that 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 Applicant's expense. Dated this day of , 20_. City of Iowa City a b. , q (042 cz____ (4 „._____ Jim Throgm•rton, M-yor By/, Attest: A Kellie Fruehli 4, Sty Clerk By: Approved by City A orney's Office City Of Iowa City Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instru =it was acknowledged before me on , ! by Jim Throgmorton and Kellie - -hling as Mayor and City Clerk, respe '• - y, of the City of Iowa City. Nota ' • blic in and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) 0 100-500, L.L.C. Acknowledgment: ppdadMagVrezl8-000014 cza 3 State of 1ouoa— County of 'zJohn so n This record was acknowledged before me on S— i4 —/ 2' (Date) by Tames A- CL ,r/L. (Name(s) of individual(s) as 6,con (type of authority, such as member)of 100-500, L.L.C.. cetG P P ' Not Public in and :r the State of to. - (Stamp or Seal) KELLIE K.FRUEHLING Commission Moods 221819 Title (and Rank) My commission expires: ppdadmiegNrezl8-000014 cza.doc 4 Deferred to 5/29/18 (',); - Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ 18-00002) Ordinance No. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.89 acres from Planned Development Overlay/High Dens' Single Family (OPD/RS- 12) zone to Low Density Multifamily (R ) zo a for the property located at 1705 Prairie Du Chien Road. (R 18-0VAILt Whereas, the applicant, Ross Nusser, has requested a rezoning of property located at 1705 Praire Du Chien Road from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family (OPD/RS-12) zone to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM-12)zone; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan indicates that if this property redevelops, multi-family housing would be appropriate to maintain a mix of housing in the area; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has the reviewed the proposed rezoning and determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan provided that it meets conditions addressing the need for housing relocation assistance for the current residents of the mobile home park; limits on building height and the number of 3-bedroom units; Design Review approval to ensure compatibility with the neighborhood; and a requirement for outdoor amenities to attract longer term residents; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the owner and applicant have agreed that the property shall be developed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto to ensure appropriate development in this area of the city. Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I Approval. Subject to the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto and incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family (OPD/RS-12) to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM- 12): Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the P.M.; thence North 88°31' West 689.3 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road and the place of beginning; thence North 88°41' West 36.6 feet to a iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing North 88°41 ' West 637.4 feet to an iron pin at the Northwest corner of the tract; thence south 1 °07' East 162.9 feet to an iron pin at the Southwest corner of the tract; thence south 88°25' East 710.6 feet to an iron pin on the Westerly road right of way line; thence continuing South 88°25' East 38.8 feet to the centerline of the said Prairie du Chien Road; thence North 30°03' West 57.5 feet along the centerline of the road; thence Northerly 128.0 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning. Excepting therefrom any part of said premises conveyed to the State of Iowa by Warranty Deed recorded in Book 254, Page 62, Deed Records of Johnson County, Iowa. Also excepting therefrom the following described tract: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the 5° P.M., thence North 88° 13' West 689.3 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road; thence Southerly 99.9 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning; thence North 88°27' West Ordinance No. Page 2 38.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing North 88°27' West 190.2 feet to an iron pin; thence South 1 055' West 72.0 feet to an iron pin; thence South 88°25' East 232.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way; thence continuing South 88°25' East 38.8 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du.Chien Road; thence North 30°03' West 57.5 feet along the centerline of said road; thence Northerly 28.1 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning. Also excepting a portion of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter and a portion of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the Fifth Principal Meridian, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, the boundaries of which are described as follows: Commencing at the North quarter corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the Fifth Principal Meridian, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; Thence N89°30'00"E, along the North line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 3, a distance of 1279.40 feet to the point of beginning; Thence continuing N89°30'00"E, along said North line, 224.59 feet; thence Southwesterly, 1 14.62 feet, along an arc of a 367.00 foot radius curve, concave Southeasterly, whose 1 14.15 foot chord bears S42°40'40"W; Thence S33°43'51"W, 97.64 feet; Thence S89°28'15"W, 100.53 feet;Thence NO3 014'55"W, 143.55 feet; Thence N37°02'18"E, 26.03 feet to a point on said North line of the Northeast Quarter and said point of beginning, containing 0.61 acres. AND Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the 51h P.M., thence North 88°13'West 689.3 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road; thence Southerly 99.9 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning; thence North 88°27' West 38.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing North 88°27'West 190.2 feet to an iron pin; thence South 1 055 West 72.0 feet to an iron pin; thence South 88°25' East 232.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing South 88°25' East 38.8 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road; thence North 30°03' West 57.5 feet along the centerline of said road; thence Northerly 28.1 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginn ing. Excepting therefrom any part of said premises conveyed to the State of Iowa by Warranty Deed recorded in Book 254, Page 62, Deed Records of Johnson County, Iowa. 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 unconstitutional. Ordinance No. Page 3 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 , 20_. MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK Approved by City Attorneys Office Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern, 410 E.Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240(319)356-5240(REZ18-00002) Conditional Zoning Agreement This agreement is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "City"), (hereinafter "Owner"), and Ross (hereinafter "Applicant"). Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately 1.89 acres of property located at 1705 Prairie du Chien Road; and Whereas, the Owner has requested the rezoning of said property from Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RS-12) to Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM-12); and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has determined that, with appropriate conditions regarding relocation assistance for mobile home residents, building size and design, provision of outdoor amenities, and the number of 3-bedroom units, the requested zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the Owner acknowledges that certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the need for relocation assistance for displaced residents and compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood; and Whereas, the Owner agrees to develop this property in accordance with the terms and conditions of a Conditional Zoning Agreement. Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows: 1. is the legal title holder of the property legally described as Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the P.M.; thence North 88°31' West 689.3 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road and the place of beginning; thence North 88°41' West 36.6 feet to a iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing North 88°41 ' West 637.4 feet to an iron pin at the Northwest corner of the tract; thence south 1 °07' East 162.9 feet to an iron pin at the Southwest corner of the tract; thence south 88°25' East 710.6 feet to an iron pin on the Westerly road right of way line; thence continuing South 88°25' East 38.8 feet to the centerline of the said Prairie du Chien Road; thence North 30°03' West 57.5 feet along the centerline of the road; thence Northerly 128.0 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning. ppdadmlagllrezla-00002 cza(002)doc 1 Excepting therefrom any part of said premises conveyed to the State of Iowa by Warranty Deed recorded in Book 254, Page 62, Deed Records of Johnson County, Iowa. Also excepting therefrom the following described tract: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the 5°P.M., thence North 88° 13' West 689.3 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road; thence Southerly 99.9 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning; thence North 88°27'West 38.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing North 88°27' West 190.2 feet to an iron pin; thence South 1 °55' West 72.0 feet to an iron pin; thence South 88°25' East 232.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way; thence continuing South 88°25' East 38.8 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road; thence North 30°03'West 57.5 feet along the centerline of said road; thence Northerly 28.1 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning. Also excepting a portion of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter and a portion of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the Fifth Principal Meridian, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, the boundaries of which are described as follows: Commencing at the North quarter corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the Fifth Principal Meridian, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; Thence N89°30'00"E, along the North line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 3, a distance of 1279.40 feet to the point of beginning; Thence continuing N89°30'00"E, along said North line, 224.59 feet; thence Southwesterly, 1 14.62 feet, along an arc of a 367.00 foot radius curve, concave Southeasterly, whose 1 14.15 foot chord bears S42°40'40"W; Thence S33°43'51"W, 97.64 feet; Thence S89°28'15"W, 100.53 feet; Thence NO3 014155'W, 143.55 feet; Thence N37°02'18"E, 26.03 feet to a point on said North line of the Northeast Quarter and said point of beginning, containing 0.61 acres. AND Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the 5th P.M., thence North 88° 13'West 689.3 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road; thence Southerly 99.9 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginning; thence North 88°27' West 38.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing North 88°27'West 190.2 feet to an iron pin; thence South 1 055'West 72.0 feet to an iron pin; thence South 88°25' East 232.6 feet to an iron pin on the road right of way line; thence continuing South 88°25' East 38.8 feet to the centerline of the Prairie du Chien Road; thence North 30°03' West 57.5 feet along the centerline of said road; thence Northerly 28.1 feet along a 573.7 foot radius curve concave Easterly to the place of beginn ing. Excepting therefrom any part of said premises conveyed to the State of Iowa by Warranty Deed recorded in Book 254, Page 62, Deed Records of Johnson County, Iowa. 2. The Owner acknowledges that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the principles of the Comprehensive Plan and the North district plan. 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 needs caused by the requested change. 3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owner and Applicant agree ppdadMagihezl8-00002 as(002).doc 2 that development of the subject property will conform to all other requirements of the zoning chapter, as well as the following conditions: a. 4. The Owner, Applicant, and City acknowledge that 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. The Owner, Applicant and City acknowledge that in the event the subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all redevelopment will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement. 6. The parties acknowledge that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with the land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. The parties further acknowledge that this agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 7. The Owner and Applicant acknowledge that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 8. The parties agree that 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 Applicant's expense. Dated this day of , 20_. City of Iowa City Jim Throgmorton, Mayor By: Attest: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk By: Approved by: ppdadm/agt'rez78.00002 cra(002).doc 3 City Attorney's Office 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, of the City of Iowa City. Notary Publicin and for the State of Iowa (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) Corporate Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) )ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 20_ by as - of , Inc. Notary Public in and for said County and State (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) ppdadMagtlrezl8-00002 cm(002).doc 4 DEFEATED 5/15/18 • (ed Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner,Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240 (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, Goal 1 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significant to Iowa City's past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; 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 emphasizing the historic significance of the 19th century brewery industry in this area; 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 Central Business Service (CB-2) zone to Central Business Service with a Historic Preservation Overlay(CB-2/OHP)zone: East 65 feet of Lot 2, Block 58, excepting the South 60 feet of the East 10 feet thereof, Original Town, Iowa City, Iowa 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 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: jiata 11 f� ^� '`' City Clerk City Attorney's Office / 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 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, Goal 1 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significant to Iowa City's past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; 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 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; 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 High Density Multi-Family (RM-44) zone to High Density Multi- Family with a Historic Preservation Overlay(RM-44/OHP)zone: North Half of Lots 5 and 6, Block 75, Original Town, Iowa City, Iowa 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 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: d‘c( 4441'. City Clerk City Attorney's Office ,I l, he Ordinance No. Page It was moved by and seconded by that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Botchway Cole Mims Salih Taylor Thomas Throgmorton First Consideration 05/15/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole. NAYS: Mims. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration Vote for passage: Date published �oT Prepared by: Sylvia Bochner,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240(REZI8-00003) Ordinance No. 18-4751 An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.1 acres of property located at 225 and 225 'A 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 '/z Prentiss Street from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC- CX);and Whereas, the Downtown and Riverfront Crossing Master Plan indicates that this area should be redeveloped with multi-family housing and the restoration of Ralston Creek; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed rezoning and determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan provided that it meets conditions addressing the need for improvement of Ralston Creek and providing a pedestrian street in accordance with the Form-Based Development Standards for RFC-CX;and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the owner and applicant has agreed that the property shall be developed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto to ensure appropriate development in this area of the city. Now,therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I Approval. Subject to the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto and incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Intensive Commercial(CI-1)to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC-CX): Lot 3, except the north 50 feet thereof, and all of Lot 4, in Block 10, County Seat Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, according to the plat thereof 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, County Seat Addition to Iowa City, Iowa. According to the recorded plat thereof; and Lots 1 and 2 in Block 10 in that part of Iowa City, Iowa, laid off by the Commissioners of Johnson County, Iowa, as the County Seat of Johnson County, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof. 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 unconstitutional. Ordinance No. 18-4751 Page 2 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 15th day of May 20 18 Mir ATTEST•.GLJP i ta CITY CLERK Ap/r�o�ved b LE- City f-City Attorneys Office Ordinance No. 18-4751 Page_ 3 It was moved by Thomas and seconded by Salih that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: X Botchway X Cole X Mims X Salih X Taylor X Thomas X Throgmorton First Consideration 04/17/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Mims, Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 05/01/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 05/24/2018 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 Dubuque and Prentiss Investments LC (hereinafter"Owner"). Whereas, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately 1.1 acres of property located at 225 and 225 '/2 Prentiss Street; and Whereas, the Owner has requested the rezoning of said property from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC-CX); and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has determined that, with appropriate conditions regarding improvements to Ralston Creek and development of a pedestrian street, the requested zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; and Whereas, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and Whereas, the Owner acknowledges that certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the need for creek restoration and pedestrian connectivity; and Whereas, the Owner agrees to develop this property in accordance with the terms and conditions of a Conditional Zoning Agreement. Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows: 1. Dubuque and Prentiss Investments LC is the legal title holder of the property legally described as Lot 3, except the north 50 feet thereof, and all of Lot 4, in Block 10, County Seat Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, according to the plat thereof 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, County Seat Addition to Iowa City, Iowa. According to the recorded plat thereof; and Lots 1 and 2 in Block 10 in that part of Iowa City, Iowa, laid off by the Commissioners of Johnson County, Iowa, as the County Seat of Johnson County, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof. 2. The Owner acknowledges that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the principles of the Comprehensive Plan and the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. 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 needs caused by the requested ppdadMagVrez78-00003 cza.doe 1 change. 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 adjacent pedestrian street in accordance with the Form-Based Development Standards for Riverfront Crossings as follows: 1. Removal of invasive trees. 2. Stream bank stabilization including necessary grading and addition of rip-rap. 3. Planting of trees in accordance with a plan approved by the City Forester. 4. Installation of a minimum 6-foot wide sidewalk adjacent to the top of the streambank. 5. Installation of pedestrian scale lighting. 6. Dedication of temporary construction easements for the reconstruction of the Prentiss Street Bridge. 7. The above work shall be done according to a plan prepared by the Owner and approved by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of a building permit. B. Owner shall satisfy the affordable housing obligations imposed pursuant to Iowa City Code of Ordinances 14-2G-8 through the provision of on-site or off-site owner- occupied dwelling units, on-site or off-site rental dwelling units, and/or the payment of a fee in lieu thereof, as agreed to between Owner and the City in an affordable housing agreement entered into prior to issuance of a building permit for development of any portion of the above-described property. 4. The Owner and City acknowledge that 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. The Owner and City acknowledge that in the event the subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all redevelopment will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement. 6. The parties acknowledge that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with the land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. The parties further acknowledge that this agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 7. The Owner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be ppdadMagVrez78-00003 cra.(Jac 2 construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, and federal regulations. S. The parties agree that 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 Applicant's expense. Dated this 15th day of may , 20 18 , City of Iowa City Mbuyu' »-I f re^2('S� .j+ptsy ase,.'/J,G,c' G orBy: AGII� Ji�morton, M B : .I. / Y /40:4 .hone, Atoiler- Attest: K „ 1LCl K Hie Fruehlin :City Clerk By: Ap roved b : City Attorney's Office City Of Iowa City Acknowledgement: STATE OF IOWA ) ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledged before me on Play /61k , 20/8'by Jim Throgmorton and Kellie Fruehling as Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Iowa City. 571 Notary Public in and for the S to of Iowa (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) I f CHRISTINE OLNEY i rr Commission Number 8062321 * JQGCt * My Commission Expires Corporate Acknowledgement: °WA STATE OF IOWA ) ) ss: ppdadMagVrezl8-00003 cza.doe 3 JOHNSON COUNTY ) This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 20_ by as of , Inc. Notary Public in and for said County and State f,. (Stamp or Seal) Title (and Rank) Dubuque and Prentiss Investments LC Acknowledgment: State of County of This record was acknowledged before me on yA,AR (Date) by (lav;,., QJ n (Name(s) of individual(s) as mar-tar (type of authority, such as officer or trustee) of nv bgei ue,,fa Prcn4.-sc: rnvec-ln z-i}c Lc. (name of party on behalf of whom record was executed). nn I Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa Lc., DENISE ROHM T- Commission Number 726698 (Stamp or Seal) �s My Commission Expires ' February 2, 2019 Title (and Rank) My commission expires: 2/, (19 ppdadMagVrezls-00003 cza.doc 4 05-15-18 6f STAFF REPORT To: Planning and Zoning Commission Prepared by: Julie Tallman Item: REZ18-00003 Date: February 15, 2018 GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicant: Hodge Construction 711 S. Gilbert St. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Contact: Kevin Digmann 319-354-2233 kevind@hodgeconstruction.com Requested Action: Rezone from Intensive Commercial (CI-1)Zone to Riverfront Crossings—Central Crossings (RFC-CX) Purpose: Redevelopment according to the Riverfront Crossings District Plan and form-based code Location: 200 block of Prentiss St in the Central Crossings Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings Size: Approximately 1.1 acres Existing Land Use and Zoning: Commercial; vacant/CI-1 Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: 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 2 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. illeik 'hi-4' s��_ V V moi yQ► 1��„..3040d�” ®nr tv i 8 err/-•_ ..:::„_„_. ,...v.\' • 1�r,.,. . , "", :— '" �= fA • __0001 . \ ' .q F i. . ihe iok , •� .„‘" iiiiik Ig Or . ses ilk , . .1/4,..00 ,,,,,)„,i . ri, t ,,, a, . al a..-- "r- _.... ,�. J. -'-�: +�. - te"'-'', ,.-\. .. 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. 3 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 facade stepback above the 3rd story. Because of the designated Pedestrian Street, the building's east facade 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. 4 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: 11�' Tracy Flights td , Direc or, Department of Neighborhood and Development Services N I i C IIII %./....\./ REZ18-00003 -. il' 0 0.0175 0.035 o,,; ,,;,e 225 and 225 1/2 E. Prentiss Street CITY OF IOWA CITY I 1 I I. i ti'leIll. i , • ..„. Prepared By: Sylvia Buchner ,,i ,. 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ARCHITECTS. INC. . CONSTRUCTION 17 .® CITY OF IOWA CITY 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. 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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 ''/z 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 Diqmann (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 sifting 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 12of21 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-44/0HP). 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. 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 Diqmann (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 1/2 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 1/2 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, ifs 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 staffs 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 Prepared by:Karen Howard,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5251 (REZ17-00005) ORDINANCE NO. 18-4752 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 Riverfront 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 subdistrict, including the goals of improving conditions for pedestrians and bicyclists, tempering auto orientation, and enhancing the streetscape and overall aesthetics of the corridor in order to safely support redevelopment of properties for higher density residential living and pedestrian-oriented commercial uses;and WHEREAS, the zoning standards that apply in the West Riverfront zoning district encourage development that is of a scale and design to achieve the desired development character described in the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan and will improve the quality of the neighborhood by reserving frontage areas along streets for pedestrians and restricting parking and vehicular access to areas behind buildings, and require provision of affordable housing;and WHEREAS, Riverside Drive has a substandard right-of-way width that does not provide adequate space for a sidewalk and parkway buffer with street trees to meet requirements in the Riverfront Crossings form- based zoning code; and WHEREAS, the requested rezoning will allow a significant increase in the residential population in the area, which will increase the need for affordable housing, and increase pedestrian and bicycle traffic along Riverside Drive and, therefore, additional public right-of-way to widen pedestrian areas along Riverside Drive and close driveways that do not meet the City's access management standards will be necessary as well as the provision of affordable housing options;and WHEREAS, Iowa City Code 14-2G-8 requires that, upon rezoning to RFC-WR, the owner must enter into an agreement with the City establishing how the owner will provide affordable housing when the property is redeveloped; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has the reviewed the proposed rezoning and determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan provided that it meets conditions addressing the need for the dedication of land along the Riverside Drive frontage to widen the pedestrian area within the right-of-way to a minimum of 20 feet in width, closure of driveways according to the City's access management standards, and provision of affordable housing; and WHEREAS, Iowa Code §414.5 (2017) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and WHEREAS, the owner and applicant have agreed that the property shall be developed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto to ensure appropriate development in this area of the city. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA: SECTION I APPROVAL. Subject to the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto and incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Community Commercial(CC-2)Zone to Riverfront Crossings-West Riverfront(RFC-WR)Zone: 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. Ordinance No. 18-4752 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 unconstitutional. 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 15th day of May 2018. MA� ATTEST: qqq+++ ITY CLERK Appr ed by /'' CityAtto eys Office / Ordinance No. 18-4752 Page 3 It was moved by Mims and seconded by Salih that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: x Botchway x Cole x Mims x Salih x Taylor x Thomas M Throgmorton First Consideration 04/17/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Salah, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 05/01/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Mims, Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 05/24/2018 Prepared by:Karen Howard,410 E.Washington,Iowa City,IA 52240(319)958-5251 (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 applicants 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 excessive number of driveway access points that further increase potential traffic conflicts between all modes of travel;and WHEREAS, the Increased density of residential living and urban commercial intensity allowed with the RFC-WR zoning will result in the need for an improved "public realm" along Riverside Drive, including improved streets with safer and more attractive areas for people to walk and bike;and WHEREAS, the requested rezoning will allow a significant increase in the residential population in the area, which will increase the pedestrian and bicycle traffic along Riverside Drive and, therefore, additional public right-of-way to widen pedestrian areas along Riverside Drive will be needed;and WHEREAS, certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, including the need for a safe, attractive, and comfortable environment for residential living and improved streets that will encourage walking and biking and improve traffic safety; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has determined that, with appropriate conditions to ensure improved pedestrian and bicycle safety and comfort and to provide for safe traffic circulation upon redevelopment, the requested zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, the high percentage of housing cost-burdened households Is the most common housing problem within the City of Iowa City, and one of the primary areas where people face housing affordability challenges is near the University campus and the City's urban core; and, WHEREAS, the Riverfront Crossings District is well-situated to support a mix of housing due to its close proximity to downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus, its existing and planned mix of uses, convenient access to public transit and municipal parking facilities; and WHEREAS, the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code is intended to encourage a walkable, pedestrian-friendly area where residents can work, live and play, and will Increase the need for housing that is affordable to the workforce;and WHEREAS, the rezoning to RFC-WR will allow residential development at a density not previously permitted;and, WHEREAS,the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code requires that upon a rezoning to a riverfront crossings zoning designation, the property owner must enter into an agreement with the city to establish which method or methods the Developer will use to provide the required affordable housing. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties 1 of 4 agree as follows: 1. Owners ere 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 needs caused by the requested change. 3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owners agree that development of the subject property will conform to all requirements of the zoning chapter, as well as the following conditions: a. Prior to issuance of any permit for any improvements to the subject property or coincident with the City's street improvement project, whichever occurs first, land shall be dedicated to the City along Riverside Drive to Improve conditions along the street necessary for the increase in pedestrians and bicyclists anticipated with the rezoning according to the goals and objectives of the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. The ROW dedication shall result in a minimum 20 foot wide pedestrian area between the new front property line and the street curb along the Riverside Drive frontage, including at the corner of Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue; b. Prior to Issuance of any permit for any Improvements to the subject property or coincident with the City's street improvement project, whichever occurs first, the two driveways closest to the intersection of Riverside Drive and Myrtle Avenue shall be closed and the area subsequently restored and improved for pedestrian use. In addition, prior to issuance of any permit for any improvements to the subject property or coincident with the City's street improvement project, whichever occurs first, the southernmost driveway on the Riverside Drive frontage shall be evaluated according to the City's access management standards as set forth in Article 14-5C of the City Code of Iowa City, with the City reserving the right to close or move driveway access points, or reduce to a single directional drive(such as right-outonly), in compliance with said standards; c. Owner shall satisfy the affordable housing obligations Imposed pursuant to Iowa City Code of Ordinances 14-2G-8 through the provision of on-site owner- occupied dwelling units, on-site rental dwelling units, and/or the payment of a fee in lieu of the remaining dwelling units not provided on-site or as otherwise agreed to between Owner and the City in an affordable housing agreement entered into prior to issuance of a building permit for development of any portion of the above- described property. 2 of 4 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 covenant running with the land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City of Iowa City. 7. This agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties. 8. Nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable local, state, 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 15th day of May , ,2018. CITY OF IOWA CITY OWN JJ es Throgmorton, ayor By: Riverside, LLC CAar !el t vc.vc,t Attest: ( WeZZA-:ea A/A:At - (to rpo,u0._ - /rl7 City Attorney's Office CITY OF IOWA CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: STATE OF IOWA )ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) 3 of 4 This instrument was acknowledged before me on si I CL, , 201 by James Throgmorton and gel Ile uehli wq as Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Iowa J City. fA Notary Public in and for State of Iowa OLNEY (Stamp or Seal) i~ •.0 " CommissionSTINE iNumber 806232 *:GOES* My Commission Expires Title(and Rank) °W My commission expires: C( -6-9\ 513 RIVERSIDE, LLC ACKNOWLEDGMENT: STATE OF IOWA ) )ss: JOHNSON COUNTY ) /_ This instrument was acknowledged before me on SCG, /4 ' , 201,1 by Charles GrcWia (Name(s)of individual(s)as (type of authority, such as officer or trustee)of 513 Riverside LLC. el /fa Notary Pu cin and for the State 4a MARY E McCHRISTY (Stamp or Seal) 2 l Commission Number 145459 My Co711!$ Bo! Title(and Rank) // �oLLMy commission expires: 4 of 4 05-1548 6g 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.corn Requested Action: Rezone 513 South Riverside Drive from Community Commercial (CC-2)zone to Riverfront Crossings- West Riverfront(RFC-WR) Purpose: Redevelop the property according to the Riverfront Crossings—West Riverfront standards Location: 513 S. Riverside Drive Size: Approximately 0.6 acres (27,040 square feet) Existing Land Use and Zoning: vacant-former convenience store/gas station(CC-2) Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: 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) File Date: March 30, 2017 45 Day Limitation Period: May 14, 2017 (waived by applicant) BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 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 corner 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 residentl aply, but parking may belal uses placed between al buildingsoandltheastrr ett,,ing and whch hasding result dainkthepautodomi 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 1s 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 mare 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 Univee necessary land f or widening theus and nwn.right-of-way alongnRiverside Driveindicated andtto reduce the numbeness to dedicate re 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). ilk S' f litt b 'A,1 4(4: Lij SF V— r n I. 1 t'r !Et ti. s ; ! • • .. . ,. it .iimisnia-n- E. > r ll I lP aY " . �i1yS I.J• j { ._ _ I fig- 4.01004 j�$�11i' 1 t� ' t q• •4 ' F • re / r ; rt ' ,` 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. 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Page 5 of 6 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. 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' ..-" .. ...., or LT:1' 1 4 '01 tV• '''' it t X) .Si- i - , p ...1- 1. I S RIVERSIDECT !,' .11, , --1-.,,Tit,-, , . , ____ 0 ' • 1 s. .., • 4 - AL -, r, . , _ V, k ' . •..g, _ -- , ,. , . t''', A-- - IF.'. , • a.t , ,$.- .\..'''- )-,--------.--;;', ' •-' '.. ,or •.. '•., ',,,,:, t....61*"*A., ... • A % •: - .1.zte-54.43.:-" ' *r• , .i.0 A Air, , ..,• . ,..• Io- 11• A'At• • ' 1 ' '44; ''''" '''' . •:•••• `'. , *i. ' '. ',.... ' •' ,;". ,. At .4 ., • .,, _ ... V.• .- -.. . ,..* 'vs*. ,1,d•-• A rezoning application submitted by 513 Riverside, LLC • . ,,. r. 1., V. ' It'' .A to rezone property at 513 S. Riverside Drive from , ,,, It •-,. . „,,•:. TT. Community Commercial (CC-2) to to . ,• .411 '4 , Riverfront Crossings-West Rivefront Subdistrict(RFC-WR) - _ -, ,, v • .. . • V • IL ' _ ,. s i d; "f :t 1 [I s: t I. S ' . iy ' a P {; r l \ t t , 6iy..,., < N c ' rc •.f� } ._ ..a ,`a tri r �;:F E.. 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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. 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, B- 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. ( l Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner,Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ18-00011) Ordinance No. 18-4753 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 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, Goal 1 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significant to Iowa City's past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; 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 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 it meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of preserving historic neighborhoods; 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 Low Density Single Family Residential (RS-5) zone to Low Density Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay(RS-5/OHP)zone: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Block 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 feet, thence South 190 feet along the West line of Woolf Avenue (now vacated), thence East 90 feet, thence South 79 degrees 11 minutes East 92.2 feet, thence East 150 feet to the East line of said Block 3 to a point which is 214 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Block 3, thence North along the East line of said Block 3 to a point of beginning, together with an easement for right of way purposes upon, over, along, and across the concrete drive located as shown on Plat of survey dated and recorded September 19, 1957, in Plat Book 4, page 382 in the records of the Recorder's office of Johnson County, Iowa, and subject to easement of record for right of way upon, over, along and across said concrete drive located as shown on said Plat of survey; provided however, that the following described property is excepted from this conveyance: Commencing at the NW corner of Block 3, in Manville Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, according 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. 1R-4753 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 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 15th day of May , 2018. M or Approved by: Attest:j4P � / L �//kfner. City Clerk U ity Attorney's Office H J b ' ,g Ordinance No. 18-4753 Page 3 It was moved by Mims and seconded by Salih that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: x Botchway X Cole x Mims X Salih x Taylor X Thomas x Throgmorton First Consideration 04/17/2018 Vote for passage:AYES: Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 05/01/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 05/24/2018 l 05-15-18 _. .® 1 CITY OF IOWA CITY sh Nownerz'i � 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 Staffs 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- 5/0HP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved by: IV L� 1T,s1I Tracy Hightshq, Direc�br Department of eighborhood and Development Services i 1 1 N ..........,-....he_ _60\ v , ... „„,„„.....gir • 715 W Pal-k Road CITY OF IOWA CITY 0 0.01 0.02 0.04 Miles I 1 I I I Prepared Dy.Sylvia 13nelmer I)at e Prepared. December 2017 _ ;;••••-_...jor,' : - 'r: . "‘: ltrt.177; .;'4%. 'l i '*• . - i - .-.:--`4, 4 , '4'• > itill6. -. •,,,:.. &eft „... - . 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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. - 4 if)fil 0- it :• ip _ ti : 7J11 • '..5�. ::%.,- :*;j i 1 t; A. tig w.,,.= rr ... I a ...„ .2_ ‘., . . .,..,... ..,_• _ .. . . . : " Dr. Albert Henry Byfield House, 715 West Park Road; Front porch close-up looking southwest __ 4116- ',..., ' - .4....1:0 -_,--;,7—,/ ,AV! ,.. :r_-_. :` •'''-. ----. S.. :\..'.. •I ',44;miii •''.r;-•• '-'; .ile•l ,f."/.,: , "Ii "'"-- 1!'•• wi-;,,,.."": .0 tilltgif-'•47. 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(January 25, 1997) Relationship: ❑ Contributing 0 Noncontributing ❑ Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply)0 Listed ❑ De-listed❑ NHL ❑DOE Review& Compliance No. ❑ Non-Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Beifield-Albrig_,ht House other names/site number 2. Location street& number 715 Park Road city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (1[Rural) Township: Name No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter (If Urban) Subdivision Manville Addition Block(s) 3 Lot(s) see full legal description 3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section] 5. Classification Category of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property(Do not include previously listed resources) Z. buildings Contributing Noncontributing district I buildings ❑ site sites ❑ structure structures ❑ object objects I Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter'N/A'if the property is not part of a multiple property examination). Trt(e Historica(/Architectural Data Base Number Manvi jg Heights Neighborhood Survey 52-078 6. Function or lJse Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) 01,403 DOMESTIC/single dwelling/residence w/attached garage Q1A03 pOMESTIC/single dng/ n weltiresidecc w/attached garage 01005 DOMESTIC/secondary structure/garage - 01C0S I)OMESTIC/secoodan'structureigarage 7. Description Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Materials (Enter categories from instructions) O6D LATE 19*&20ih C.REVIVALS/Tudor Revival foundation 10 CONCRETE walls 06 STUCCO:03 BRICK roof 16 CLAY TILE other Narrative Description (121 SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 8. Statement of Significance Applicable National Register Criteria (Marek'x'in one or more boxes for criteria that may qualify the property for National Register listing) Yes No 0 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. EJ Yes No❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. 0 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. 0 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 02 ARCHITECTURE ca, date ca, 1917 Other dates Significant Person Architect/Builder (Complete it National Register Criterion B is marked above) Arch/fed Sims Stuart Hobbs Narrative Statement of Significance(0 SEE CONTINUATION NdeSSHEETSWHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 9. Major Bibliographical References Bibliography 0-See continuation sheet for citations of the books,articles,and other sources used in preparing this form 10.Geographic Data ow References(OPTIONAL) 1 2 3 Zone FastIng Northing Zone Easting Northing 4 0 See continuation sheet for additional UTM mferences or comments 11.Form Prepared By name/title Marlys A.$vendsen organization Svendsen Tyler.Inc.for the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission date 11/2009 street&number N3834 Deep Lake Road telephone 715/469-3300 city or town Sarona state WI zip code 54870 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION(Submit the following items with the completed form) FOR ALL PROPERTIES 1. Map showing the property's location in a town/city or township 2. Sita 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 belonegatives this particular Inventosite: idog sheet needs to be included with the negatives/slides and the following needs to be provided Roll/slide sheet it 52-04880-01 tbru 52-04880-17 Date Taken le&12/08 and 5/09 Roll/slide sheet# Frame/slot# Date Taken Roll/slide sheet# Frame/slot# Date Taken 8 See continuation sheet or attachedut egphoto&slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries. FOR CERTAINPhotosAllustrafions KINDS OF PROPERTIES,INCLUDalso In E THE FOLLOWINGe AS WELL 1. Farmstead d District(List of structures and buildings,known or estimated year built,and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Barn: a. A sketch of the frameAruss configuration in the form of drawing a typical middle 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 barn's exterior dimensions in feet. State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO)Use Only Below This Line Concur with evaluation of National Register eligibility: U Yes U No U More Research Recommended ❑ This/s a locally designated property or part of a locally designated district. Comments: Evaluated by(name/title): Date: Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs ''State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04880 Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Page 1 Beifield-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 Biddenham,England designed in the 1890s by Charles Mallows,an English designer and landscape architect who designed in the late 10 and early 20 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 running 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 façade. The house has an asymmetrical design with an intersecting gabled roof on the main block clad in clay tile. The front façade faces north with the west half of the facade featuring a broad,moderate pitched front-gable that extends over the I-story wing at the west end. On the south facade,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 facade 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 206 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 I 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 Ciry 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 Site Number 52-04880 Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Page 2 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 of Architecture and Landscape Architecture(2000)describes Mallows as an"English Arts-and-Crafts architect practicing from 1892 in Bedford. A gifted draughtsman,be 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 Corner,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 born 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 U1 in the early 1930s and Harriet Albright was a student during World War I1. 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 and 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. Major 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. Curl,James S. A Dictionary of Architecture and Landscape Architecture(2000);available online at: http://www.encyclopedia. com/doc/101-MallowsCharlesEdward.html; accessed 12/29/2009. 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. 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 • 1 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 1 � 4 Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner,Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street,Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ18-00010) Ordinance No. 18-4754 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 Single Family Residential with a Historic Preservation Overlay (RS-8 / OHP); and Whereas, this structure was originally constructed in 1893 and is a Queen Anne-style house with evidence of a transitional Colonial Revival Style; Whereas, Goal 1 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significant to Iowa City's past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; 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 significant to Iowa City architecture and its distinctive Queen Anne and Colonial Revival characteristics; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark designation rezoning, has found that it meets the Comprehensive Plan goal of work proactively to preserve historic neighborhoods and properties which reflect the organic development of neighborhoods in the community; 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 '/a of Section 3, in Township 79 North, Range 6 West of the 5th Prime Meridian. 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 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 15th day of May , 2018. Ordinance No. 18-4754 Page 2 It— Approved 7.- flt--- Mayor by:21 / e ',- I Attest ' . �h 4r�y„+ 1 91a City Clerk Ci Attorneys Office Li in /t$ Ordinance No. 18-4754 Page 3 It was moved by Salih and seconded by Thomas that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: x Botchway X Cole X Mims X Salih X Taylor X Thomas X Throgmorton First Consideration 04/17/2018 Voteforpassage:AYES: Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih,Taylor. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 05/01/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 05/24/2018 r 05-15-18 f .® , CITY OF IOWA CITY 6i mAt 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.Iowa 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 14-2B-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 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, modem 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 staff's 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 v %�� — Tracy Hightshhe, Director Department of Neighborhood and Development Services k N i z. aif .. IIIIM,maw m % t• A ,-.-- t//`...1 ft."01-114.40•11 lijir ' \•1., 1029 North Dodge Street CITY OF IOWA CITY (1 o ow-. o n 1 0.02 Milos I i I I I Prepared By: Sylvia Becliner Date Prepared: December 2017 1~ ... .1 ..• -. , 4 . ;r ,„, c T., :-or:•,.....gef, r ,..' ' ._, 4 a, •: ? ' - v ...,5,4"..,;^":,,T:..Nie - l4 a „, ...a. 4 . 4,... ,,,. - 4 .a.41 11/41Patift17144 e I A III . . 71IP . ... , sor .: i. ,. , .•, .......... , : i Q. . . , - ' 'et , .,•., •.SP ' ,4 A •S, 'r)."143"4" 0 t t, 4 . ,..- I 4,, i.e. ..% . r,'• tlb. It -. t a . . • i , ..,......-z 7 1 • . ,- , r a • . .- ... .... . t , a I . a , •" „ i ..„.. ..., D .41 * ,• 4 , Alk 'tlir..4% s's ' 41, 0ite, : i •••" T 1.', 10 OVIIP r • , /Tr040. .1:..i An application submitted by the City of ,,,0e1 • ... $ ,.. . t Iowa City for rezoning of 12,038.4 square - i0,, feet of property located at 1029 North Dodge Y - Street from Medium Density Single Family i . .., Residential (RS-8) zone to RS-8 Historic ' - fil .09-t t fi* - Landmark(RS-8/OHD). • 1 ' . t _ • .f. de/ Parrott House 1029 North Dodge • ups' ; Parrott House 1029 North Dodge .it F Till I_ t'-4,..11 eq,--.r t t.� - ft,1 ' yds 4 ,�.(l ' ---_ ` ryi ..w __—_--..±-_----_-•=1-. w ..t ifLL.;,i , , s , r \ , L __. . L. , _ ,__ _ _ , t, ,, ' .:k„p: • , . 7' , relp Site inventory Form State Inventory No.52-04145 ® New ❑Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa 0 Part of a district with known boundaries(enter inventory no.) (January 28, 1997) Relationship: 0 Contributing 0 Noncontributing 0 Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply)❑Listed 0 De-listed 0 NHL 0 DOE Review&Compliance No. 0 002_520,57 0 Non-Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Charles and Magdalene Parrott House other names/site number 2. Location street& number 1029 North Dodge Strom city or town Iowa City 0 vicinity, county iohnso Legal Description: (If Rural) Township: Name No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter East Lucas 79 6 3 (If Urban) Subdivision Block(s) Lot(s) 43 3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certification[Skip this Section] 5. Classification Category of Property(Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property(Do not include previously listed resources) ® building(s) Contributing Noncontributing ❑ district I ❑ site iter buntings O structure ure sies structures objects Name of related project report or multiple property study(Enter 1N1A'if the property is not part of a multiple property examination). rials !Maqty North Dodge Street: Intensive Level Historical and hllrloricaYArdeegmrslosoe Base Number Artitc turd Survey and Eyaltmtion. 52-035 6. Function or Use Historic Functions(Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions(Enter categories from instructions) 0IA01 Doinceinkcsid=ce MAO Domestic/residence 7. Description Architectural Classification(Enter categories from Instructions) Materials(Enter categories from instructions) 05D Victorian/Owen Arms foundation 04 Stone walls 93 roof Ds mow stick other Narrative Description(® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 8.Statement of Significance Applicable National Register Criteria(Mark x'in one or more boxes for criteria that may qualify the properly for National Register listing) ❑Yes®No 0 More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ❑Yes® No 0 More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes❑ No❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. 0 Yes 0 No 0 More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. Criteria Considerations ❑A Owned by a religious institution or used DI E A reconstructed building,object,or structure. for religious purposes. PRI F A commemorative property. ❑B Removed from its original location. 0 G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 ❑C A birthplace or grave. years. ❑O A cemetery Areas of Significance(Enter categories from instructions) Significant Dates Construction date 02 ARCHITECTURE s 1823 Other dates Significant Person Architect/Builder (Complete if National Register Crttecion B is marked above) Architect Bulgier unknown_ Narrative Statement of Significance(® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS,WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 9. Major Bibliographical References Bibliography 0 See continuation sheet for citations of the books.articles,and ocher sources used in preparing this form i c=1 UTM Rahrences(OPTIONAL) 1 2 Zone Besting Northing Zone Basting Northing 3 4 0 See continuation utast for additional UTM mierwneeua or comments 11. Foran Purported By evaluated by Rebecca Canard prepared by Linda St Claire organization Taligrass Historians L.C. date Moly.2000 street&number 2118 S.Riverside Drive telephone (319)354-6722 city or town low City state lows zip code 52246 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION(Submit the following Items with the completed form) FOR ALL PROPERTIES 1. Map showing the property's location in a town/city or township 2. Site pion showing position of buildings and structures in the nominated area in relation to adjacent public road(s). 3. : representative blade and white os. If the photos are taken as pail of a survey for which the Sodety is to be curator of negatives or color stadese a pteato/catalog sheet needs to be Included with the negatives/slides Mowing needs to be provided on this particular' cry site: es an Roll/side sheet E Frame/slot E Date Taken Roll/side sheet E Framelslot U Date Taken Roll/side sheet a Framerslot* Date Taken 0 See continuation sheet or attached photo&slide catalog sheet for ist of photo roll or slide entries. ED Photos/Illustrations without negatives we also in this site inventory file FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES,INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL 1. Farmstead&District (list of structures and buildings.known or estimated year built, and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Barn: a. A sketch of the frame/truss configuration in the form of drawing a typical 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 barn's exterior dimensions in feet. State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO)Use Only This Line Concur with evaluation of National Register eligibility: Yes U No I j More Research Recommended ❑ This is a locally designated property or part of a locally designated district Comments: , Evaluated by(name/title) i• • / / �. Date: j0/ j UQ lana Department of Cultural Affairs • State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04145 Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Page 1 Charles and Magdalene Parrott House Johnson Name of Property County in Iowa 7. Narrative Description The Parrott House exhibits many fine architectural elements. It is a one-and-ale-half 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 donna 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 patten,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 kick 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)rented it for a brief time in the early 1930;followed by several other tenants until the mid-1940s,when Charles F.moved into the house. Charles K is remembered for his long-time public service as superintendent of Oakland Cemetery from 1947 until his retirement in 1964. 9. Maior 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,l 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- 5/0HP). 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. --p 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-8/0HP). 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 (REZ18-00012): 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. 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 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: Dan Cummins <cummins4dp@gmail.corn> 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 1 �J Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner,Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street,Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ18-00012) Ordinance No. 18-4755 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 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 structure was built in 1880 by George and Helen Hummer, prominent Iowa City residents connected to George 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, Goal 1 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significant to Iowa City's past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; 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 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 it 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: South 110 feet of Lot 5 in Block 37, Original Town, Iowa City, Iowa 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 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 15th day of May , 20 18 Ordinance No. 18-4755 Page 2 Ma r C( Approved by: ff t�1'//'�'�1�,�� Attest r - , �� i W�o< rnrzn� 0`r'�'- City Clerk City Attorney's Office 11(11g, It Ordinance No. 18-4755 Page 3 It was moved by Thomas and seconded by Mims that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Botchway x Cole x Mims x Salih x Taylor x Thomas x Throgmorton First Consideration 04/17/2018 Voteforpassage: AYES: Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims,"Salah, Taylor, Thomas. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 05/01/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 05/24/2018 CITY OF IOWA CITY OS-15-18 sidiamai MEMORANDUM s' 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 14-2B-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). 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 staffs 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 LiApproved by: t'e `J —� Tracy High hoe, irector Department of Neighborhood and Development Services N 1 , 1 1ihm- �.=.. ��iQ p- 504 E. Bloomington Street CITY OF IOWA CITY 0 0.005 0.01 0.02 Miles I I I I I Prepared fly:Svivi:t ltnrhner _ .t .. _ • - -Date Pre pal cd: December 1017 ,, too vr, -. -1- -•.�.-x f 40,*§ A� J __ T-' �R� int+ .b.. I ,_ _ "a #. . '% • :iii:- .0. ',:f : , :,,,- . ": • 44'1 g.,4 i . 11. 1 11 .t+ V .t • }. f. : s� w4. ,Et .+ ,, • S 0 k . lir ' ,. p i<, �4 1 •fit i r' 1 . rtV--; y i " • p ,�. a. I e .1st 'It.- ry ,. - - *. rH.- p� , j,. R ,,r .�'t . r, - { e _' . moi' _ i. , �.'- .w• - • • .:Blip a ^ i 040.s`•. r'• - a • ..4i-N, :- AiR : r 4. A 1 '4 BLOOMINGTON i - - ..k.r- 4, - • 70 $ • r. .. oft 00 An application submitted by the City of ,x " ' ta*t �, Iowa City for rezoning of 8,800 square °m"" VW '" S feet of property located at 504 E. Bloomington A prti .1141, .r. r.•• ` .,.. 4 Street from Commercial Office (CO-1) "' �---w r �� zone to CO-1 Historic Landmark (C0-1/OHD). .. . : • r :. _. __ .._ omF,1M111°'1'lpwi►,r►+r p. awmor r•AN.w iisersirir George and Helen Hummer House 504 East Bloomington wif- ? % to 3' y: tii 11,2 �� at itto -vio4,g,-v: K�,e �'�_ ' dam- / t. ` ..t r'' 4, N'S J, ty i. -.. .:ti. --.,,,, .-j' ' . , :-450:71 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 façade, 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. George and Helen Hummer House 504 East Bloomington .,-.1.1c.,� r.* 'f. -‘7..- fe i Oxy , •f ,l ' 7 14•', 4;...1 +.Gt': t• W J..ti. t 4,4S• l •• Ir 4, vow T ye 'X 4,14. 4i,' ..1.#.';',.*• i • i • Yr r�y § • , 1. / ': r� _. ' ; �� • T I :,rtp I - : i , . : ,! � �' _"ter '44•:;-::'4,!.., 1 - ♦, .{4 Ari E 1 i.'-'1 ,,. .1th, f !. sem .. ro ... ' ; . J�1 r J, 1 ; ^ f1 r L 4 Site Inventory Form State Inventory No.-52-03213 ® New ❑ Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa 0 Part of a district with known boundaries(enter Inventory no.) (January 28,1997) Relationship' 0 Contributing 0 Noncontributing 0 Contributes to a potential district with yet unknown boundaries National Register Status: (any that apply)0 Listed ❑ De-listed❑NHL 0 DOE Review& Compliance No. ❑ Non-Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name George and Helen Hummer House other names/site number 2. Location street & number 504 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) 37 Lot(s) S. 3/4 Lot 5 3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section] 5. Classification Category of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property (Do not include previously listed resources) building(s) Contributing Noncontributing O district 1 o buildings ❑ site sites ❑ structure structures ❑ object objects 1 0 Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter'N/A"if the property is not part of a multiple property examination). Tale Histoncal/Architectural Date Base Number Jowm City Original Town Plat Phase II Study 52-032 6. Function or Use Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) 01A01 DOMESTIC/singk dwclling)residcnce 01B 1X)MESTIC/multiple dwellingjr 02B COMMERCE/TR ADE/professional/law office 7. Description Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Materials (Enter categories from Instructions) 0513 LATE VICTORIANfltelianate foundation 04 STONE walls 03 BRICK roof 08 ASPHALT other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS,WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 8. Statement of Significance Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark`x'in one or more 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 10 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. 8 Removed from its original location. 0 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 Construction date 02 ARCHITECTURE ca 1880 Other dates Significant Person Architect/Builder (Complete if National Register Cnterion B is marked above) Architect George Hummer unknown Builder unknown Narrative Statement of Significance (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS,WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 9. Major Bibliographical References Bibliography ® See continuation sheet for citations of the books,articles,and other sources used In preparing this form 10. Geographic Data 11TM RsMttnc►s(OPTIONAL) 1 2 Zont Etst/p17 Northing r Zane EasUng Northing : • - 3 4 ❑See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments 11. Form Prepared By namefftle Marlys A. Svcndsen organization Sv_endsen Tyler,Inc. _ date 6/98 street& number N3834 Deep Lake Road telephone 715/469-3300 city or town Barons i state WI __ zip code 54870 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION (Submit the following items with the completed form) FOR ALL PROPERTIES 1. Map showing the property's location in a towNcity 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# 9610 Frame/slot# 17 Date Taken 3/23/98 Roll/slide sheet# Frame/slot# Date Taken Roll/slide sheet# Frame/slot# Date Taken ❑ See continuation sheet or attached photo&slide catalog sheet for list of photo roll or slide entries. 0 Photos/illustrations without negatives are also in this site inventory file FOR CERTAIN KINDS OF PROPERTIES, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AS WELL 1. Farmstead&District (List of structures and buildings, known or estimated year built, and contributing or non-contributing status) 2. Barn: a. A sketch of the frame/truss configuration in the form of drawing a typical middle 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 barn's exterior dimensions in feet. State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) Use Only Below This Line Conolif- haiialuatioli of National Register eligibility: .1:1.:111 :0-['No U 'Moro Research Recommen 9 or rt of a loca da .. ted district. Thla#s a Incur de," ►rated property Pa �Y . Comments; .. Y Date: Ev&lr,&?+gd by(name/tirlo): _ . ::.;�.. ... .:::. , Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-03213 Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Page 1 George and Helen Hummer House Johnson Name of Property County In Iowa 7. Narrative Description 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 cornice 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 corner pendants define the bases of the corners 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 East 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,the 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. Major Bibliographic References Iowa City, Historical, Descriptive and Commercial Review, 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 for a 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 (C0-1) to CO-1 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (C0-1/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. 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 ltalianate 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 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. 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 1 6,)c Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner,Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City,IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ18-00009) Ordinance No. 1 R-4756 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 originally constructed in 1870 by a prominent participant in the brewery industry; Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the preservation of historic buildings in the Northside Marketplace; and Whereas, Goal 1 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significant to Iowa City's past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; 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 emphasizing the historic significance of the 19th century brewery industry in this area; 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 Central Business Support (CB-5) zone to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay(CB-5/OHP)zone: West 40 feet, Lot 3, Block 67, Original Town, Iowa City, Iowa. 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 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 15th day of may , 20 18 Ordinance No. 18-4756 Page 2 Ma r Approved by: t: • , , ' Attest / (+� %la Au-4, -rye City Clerk City Attorney's Office / Hlip Ordinance No. 1 R-4756 Page 3 It was moved by Mims and seconded by Salih that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: x Botchway x Cole x Mims x Salih x Taylor x Thomas x Throgmorton First Consideration 04/17/2018 Voteforpassage: AYES: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 05/01/2018 Vote for passage:AYES: Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Thomas. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 05/24/2018 ®�r CITY OF IOWA CITY ("4-`17" stez17" stezrgo 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 14-2B-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 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 19th 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: 1 1/4_1 14 L. Tracy Hightshth , Direhtor Department of Neighborhood and Development Services k 4:14-VD 1 ," 1 e4� 21.3 E. Market Street --1.14,..,___R 0 0,005 0.01 0.02 Miles CITY OF IOWA CITY Prepared By: Sylvia Bochner • Date Prepared: December201 IV . ,Il 1 ,. quir , E 4.. Ii ' ? t4 .1t s � � .4,1.'• - .,,. '�'Srr-_.__.-_.�� -..-fi�'r t � - "� ' � � 111,, lie � ''ti's If i ;,� r 1" �,•< OW ill i MARKET f 44 1.11 Pr * 1 L - ... . 1. . . . a . ,— ....... ..._._. ______. ____ it pi 7 tin rill; , 4. II 1 4t I it illk_ 7 ,, , , . 1 iiill ,..,- .. 4 AA rt} i * Z * , * .3 44 h i • i art i { '' � tit 10 a - •'• :. , I 4 A r • )1". . , :1 V- 'gip 4 t :1 Is r }t '* r t a 9 ' .. lik 3 ' f rte_ tel b ti' i An application submitted by the City of _• 1 , Iowa City for rezoning of 3,400 square feet oii "• • ,, li _.. . : of property located at 213 E. Market Street �_ v � a: from Central Business Support(CB-5) zone t, ; to CB-5 Historic Landmark (CB-5/OHD). ! Anton Geiger House 213 East Market Street : �I+ :�, J I' 'If 1 �:. `. . ,i' 0 `I SP....;. r:1 V. 1 t �4���ii rr: tr�+ 1.i T°'. 1! : Ir •- •.-, wl ., ,,...,... ... _.. .....„. ___.., . . :.:........• :__ __,....,..<.:,.........., 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 ,. r Lv. __. __ lyw,y ! i .■ 11.1 .a _ • 40 ✓!" i fes. I 1 t. • • ` r i si ..t1R $" 3 . • Jitil t a.'1 tit _ Iowa Site Inventory c -0/0 - 16 7 Division of Historic Preservation Site Number 36-1942 Iowa State Historical Department 26 E.Market St., Iowa City,Iowa 52240 District Namf t hf r1 S r o m m e rr�i e!ri a l 100,* Map Reference i IS Identification 1. Site Name Geiger-Wesley Foundation House 2. Village/Town/City Town C ii V Township County JO h r s o n 3. Street Address 213 East Market 4. Legal Location,_ _ - OT 67 3 W1 Urban: wbdldaon bock Parcel aubpvice+ Rural: township range section %section d%action 5. UTM Location:zone eastin& northing ;Acreage .1 Arrc+ 6. owners)Name_ Wesley Foundation of Iowa 7. Owners)Address 120 North Dubuque (Street address) (City) (State) (ZIp) a. use: Present_ campus ministry original residence Description 1870 9. Date of Construction Architect/Builder "Unknown" 10. Building Type: ❑single-family dwelling 0 industrial ious ❑multiple-family dwelling 0 educational 0 other institutional 0 argricultural ❑commercial Public ❑agricultural 11. Exterior Walls:❑clapboard ❑stone ®brick 0 board and batten 0 shingles 0 stucco ❑other 12. Structural System: 0 wood frame with interlocking joints❑wood frame with light members(balloon frame) in masonry load-bearing walls 0 iron frame 0 steel frame with curtain walls 0 reinforced concrete ❑other +0,rr° 13. Condition: 0 excellent ❑good ®,fair ❑deteriorated 14. Integrity: 6g original site ❑moved—if 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: 0 barn ❑other farm structures 0 carriage house 0 garage 0 privy ❑other 16. Is the building endangered? ®no ❑yes—if so,why? 17. Surroundings of the building: ❑open land 0 woodland ❑scattered outbuildings 0 densely built-up VI commercial ❑industrial 0 residential 0 other 1441 18. Map 19. Photo IU Roll Frame _ View S tadI a a-- _si • Y i ca 0. r. z Mtnrke t 1 ,f' ` . . - a k . . Y Significance (indicate sources of information for all statements) 2f3. Architectural significance ®a. Key structure/individually may qualify for the National Register 0 b. Contributing structure •+n; ❑c. Not eligible/intrusion Italianate, small round window in front gable peak, windows with segmental stone arches, cornice with Italianat.e paired brackets and dentil molding, front entrance has rope turned wood trim around the door, stone foundation topped by dressed stone water table (NSNPS) See photo, continuation sheet for 130 North Dubuque for view of early front porch. See continuation sheet. 21. Historical Significance Theme(s) Italianate a. Key structure/individually may qualify for the National Register b. Contributing structure ❑c. Not eligible/intrusion 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 facts of publication: author,title,place of publication,date,etc.): Weber, II, pp. 96-7 Keyes, pp. 74-5. Prepared by .�c nl e 5 f r o P1 f'1} Dat e Address Telephone_ Organization -- For _For Division of Historic Preservation Use Only 1. Office Information Sources on this Property Q Review and Compliance Project: Q County Resource File Q Windshield Survey Q Other ❑National Register Q Other Q Grants-in-Aid: Q Other ❑Determination of Eligibility 3. Photo Images - —I..' If '- 2. Subject Traces a. b. –a c. _ d. e. S.2 -0-/0-)07 Iowa Site Inventory Site Number 36-1942 Division of Historic Preservation Iowa State Historical Department 26 L Market St.,Iowa City,Iowa 52240 Continuation Sheet Item Number(s) THE KOZA-SAINT WENCESLAUS RECTORY AND THE t:EIGER-W ESLEY FOUNDATION HOUSE 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 Geiger, 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 space at the right. The entrance at Wesley House is recessed but otherwise is treated identically to the windows. PI' 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 I louse is somewhat more elaborate than that on the rector'. 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. Both houses have additions to the main block of the house. Those on the recto!), are two-story rectangular bays on either side while Wesley House has a one-story semipolygonal bay on the left side and a two- story rectangular bay on the right. Both houses also have shallow ashlar foundations with a broad projecting water table of dressed stone. ....-- )4N1 ;I s ( ..' v Ve a V .} .,,�� 1• } ,S 1 ,.,`C -t �. ,, 1' ►. . " tip tvc iii' Lt., i+. t j r• I i'. ,.+ I ? ;o ld 4,? to y _- ,'`` r 11 �•'` •:4.-'11,Y, ' . 9 • Illustration 53 I f .4%'3:P ,v. t i ' ti , �� The Geiger-Wesley Fouadaboa House 1 . .r,,. Si n `}` :P. £13 East Market Street 't �(; � `�;:: '' �. . ''" Keyes, pp. 74-75. IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM EVALUATION SHEET ADDRESS: 213 East Market SURVEY ID # 52-010-D179 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 DISTRICT: CONTRIBUTING X_ NON-CONTRIBUTING 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 Holz in the Union Brewery (NRHP) 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 PHONE: (515) 682-2743 ADDRESS: 167 W. Alta Vista, Ottumwa, IA 52501 DATE: February 19q6 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 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 REZ18-00012, an application to designate 504 East Bloomington Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark and rezone from Commercial Office (C0-1) to CO-1 with a Historic Preservation Overlay (C0-1/0HP). 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 in 1870 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-5/0HP). 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 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 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION December 14, 2017 Page 8of19 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 Wagner absent). From: Dan Cummins <cummins4d Sent: p@9mail.com> 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 1 � I Prepared by:Sylvia Bochner, Planning Intern,410 E.Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240;319-356-5240 (REZ18-00006) Ordinance No. 18-4757 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 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 between 1865 and 1875 and was home to prominent Iowa City residents Sylvanus Johnson and David Bouts; and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the preservation of historic buildings in the neighborhoods surrounding the University of Iowa campus; and Whereas, Goal 1 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for identification of resources significant to Iowa City's past with the objective of designating individual buildings as landmarks; 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 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; 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 High Density Multi-Family (RM-44) zone to High Density Multi- Family with a Historic Preservation Overlay(RM-44/OHP)zone: North 50 feet of Lot 5, Block 70, Original Town, Iowa City, Iowa 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 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 15th day of May , 2018 Ordinance No. 1R-4797 Page 2 Ma r 7 by: Approved Attest: Au �� 1"4 e'W City Clerk City Attorney's Office c.) �i')$ Ordinance No. 18-4757 Page 3 It was moved by Mims and seconded by Botchway that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: x Botchway x Cole X Mims x Salih x Taylor X Thomas x Throgmorton First Consideration 04/17/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Cole. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 05/01/2018 Vote for passage: AYES: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor. Thomas, Throgmorton. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 05/24/2018 05-15-18 r�.7 ® CITY OF IOWA CITY 61 � "' 'g ,,t 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 14-26-8 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, modern needs, and economic health and stability. In the Dubuque Street Corridor neighborhood, 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 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- 44/0HP). Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Information Sheet 3. Iowa Site Inventory Form Approved by: Vt`L� Ili,(v�'i a Tracy HightsKgp, Direbtor Department of Neighborhood and Development Services N I I I 4-=milgriii, ...10A W -4,0-.1 4:411....111,42147ibia.„. ... iimpommilifir • 412 N. Dubuque Street 0 0,005 0.01 0,02 Miles CITY OF IOWA CITY I i I 1 I Prepnreci IN.Sv!yin Flo-liner Date Prepared. December 20 17 II 4 1 .bh,,,. : ! ,.f.r, . :,-.....- , . • .., 0. lc, • • s, , , .. i, • - . .... '- ..'"6, . tit - 1 " . - • 7'ai,, • As : - ' ' ••• "ttarrikal . ,4r, 1 , - , , . i't” . ., kro NY. . ler lir qir et , r a , No% ' ! 1 II, • '.-.,- , s''' i . . , -- F' 8 — 1111111Will - • , n : r - 4 Iv ii, " • "4., v. ..ov- t r , /1 Vt•,.. I '• ,rx-r: _ 1 -, . kili i . .. • I... i..+ ;1 It I ' - • I b 1 ,.."4,4" ! ' 4 ' 1 si ;iiPt I 'if I . , 4,, ,... .5.c.,.,4. . . 4 4.7.11: '', -,..L1, m, . . - D t . al,..". ' ' 41 7 i acci4i - . I 0"0". 1 3. 4,.. itie lk, ____ i -'1 i I ',.. 1r .. '• '. i „ 1 . .. . s! a, , 40 .. ,. . 4• Nis ou -iims • semmerit e-isirtmmt .--vmhi 4 . 4 Ima - ''' ..: ,„,miiii. - ....... _ . - ,aiikap . . -. - _ • _ ..... ..__ ___DAVENPORT An dmagoi An application submitted by the City of ---:-:,,,, lr c Iowa City for rezoning of 4,000 square t. — • 11111111111 1 4. IR - , feet of property located at 412 N Dubuque tit 0 ' fl. • Street from High Density Multi-Family Residential .- 7_ :. •• OP. (RM-44) zone to RM-44 Historic Landmark (RM-44/OHD). • • 10 . 4;_ _. MU ' -. •.,.- ria 1.100.- . ''. . I, David Boa its House (aka Sylvanus Johnson House) 412 North Dubuque Street ••fu�H 2.�X17 . 3 • Y i,': • 411 Iff 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 façade features single, segmental-arched windows with stone sills. The south facade 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 Boa rts House (aka Sylvanus Johnson House) 412 North Dubuque Street l i 111111 s: ' _ Ili OW M�y�I F .jj 11111e)f YI a.. I _ • - _ - i 41 1;w :.r $ n 1 -- - -' - t&1, rte- _`• `• , .1i, S r: A r. • IOWA SITE INVENTORY FORM EVALUATION SHEET t ADDRESS: 412 North Dubuque SURVEY ID # 52-010-0068 Iowa City, IA REVIEWED BY: Molly Myers Naumann, Consultant DATE: February 1996 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE & ASSOCIATED CONTEXTS: Dubuque/Linn Street Corridor: 1839-c.1946 APPLICABLE NRNP CRITERIA: A _ B _ C _X_ D _ NRHP ELIGIBILITY: INDIVIDUAL YES _X_ NO _ 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. a 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 PHONE: (515) 682-2743 ADDRESS: 167 W. Alta Vista, Ottumwa, IA 52501 DATE: February 1996 AFFILIATION: Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission ADDRESS: 401 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 PHONE: (319) 356-5243 IOWA SITE INVENTORY Survey ID Number 52-010—D0613 Database ID Number nralien and F,MJn .1 info Minn Noneloant _ 1.Historic Names) Svlvanus Johnson House 2. Common Name(s) 3. Street Address 412 N. 11Jbuaue St. 4. City Iowa City Vicinity 1) 5.County Jahnsan 6. Subdivision Original Plat 7.Block(s) 70 S.Lot(s) 5. 9. Legal Description: (If Rural) Township Range Section Quarter of Quarter of _ 10.Historic Function(s) 11. Current Function(s) g' gie clw51ling nth 12. Owner Marc Moen Suite 300. Hre'urary Grp Phone i 'Addd•'�ress 173 N Lthn St. City/State Towa City. SA ZIP 59245 ) DUBUQUE STRZETJINN STREETA Map) CORRIDORSLIMYY AREA A 1 I Ill le II ���i lar: Illt�' _ail: •Illi .11 Q TI, 11■-:Lal 21111: •ti IIID 1111 • 7 2 A • Ancili;•i:117, Iniii gam . v ar nla Il .te mu_�eur gpp® nu • 70 / •`■ :IIRIC I I! :Ili; mg. i :Ir, a do a�� 2 SIL• _1%! -.In, :Ilk ;� .i,1 8 s "Pi; , :in: :111° IIIc ;ID-_i`J= :Sp 51: 4 / ■ :11d: IIIIEtI II: cilli 111111 Ali.; 11111 rj 6 1a / L — ,.T,11p rt.. all© -1'_.:1111 D ! D ,� T M 'II■ I.. or lai- all; ,Siii --.� ° � i? ' ■ m in in lib; idlla a :III' 11111 aU an ND r,4 en m !Integrity Notes) Roll/Frame 2 /,14A Photographer Yeiraelri/Ku1g3.er View Looking_NE Location ofNegatives: S.H.S.T. A , }I > 1 q •1 k • 1 i 4OF a r•-• ar -1 X19- xl FN 239-1402 Party'Chararderbde Form - ResidentialC FN 25 Survey ID Number 52-010-8068 Database ID Number , Street Address 412 N.. rt, City C�gLegal Description: (If Rand) Iowange aon Quarter of Location Integrity: Original Site X Moved Moved to Original Site Endangered? N?L or Y Dyes,why? Ground Plan: a. Building Shape(a)..aggicw1 ar b. Width 39 by Depth 35 in units Architectural Style/Stylistic Influences Key Stylistic Attributes Code nf, rliaiinrrtivs aryle Symmetrical facade. segmental arched 1 windows. bay Materials: Foundation Rrick_ poured concrete (addition) 30/100 Walls Rri dr, moors sidirtqS]3itien) 30/21 Roof ns0halt shingle BO Number of Stories 1 1/2 Roof Shape Gahle / flat_Iaddition) 1/4 Builder(s) rrnkri n m Architects) Un soave t Original Construction Date r• 1 RS -75 Modification/Addition Data: et, Condmiation Sheet I t Significant Water Companti: None noted Centiammo Shell[t Surveyor Comments: Cathlmntion Sheet II Sources: Sanborn Fire Insurance Mope: 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933. Keyes, p. 23 North Side Survey 1981-82 Needs Further Study/Anomaly[] Continuation Shen[I Surveyor Mtraeki/F.twinllOtaler 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 Roads, 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-44/0HP). 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 6of19 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 Wagner 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 Wanner 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 1 Prepared by: Eleanor M. Dikes, City Attorney,410 E.Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240(319)356-5030 Ordinance number Ordinance amending Title 4, entitled "Alcoholic Beverages," of the City Code to prohibit alcohol licenses for new or expanded outdoor areas during RAGBRAI except for the Downtown Beverage Garden and to prohibit glass containers of alcohol in the Downtown Beverage Garden during RAGBRAI. Whereas, the presence of 25,000 to 30,000 extra people in Iowa City on July 27 and 28, 2018 for RAGBRAI, many of whom may be consuming alcoholic beverages, has the potential to overwhelm the police department; and, Whereas, in order to ensure public safety and to facilitate police protection, the Council determines that there should be no more than one outdoor beverage garden on July 27 and 28; and, Whereas, the City intends to apply for and obtain a permit to allow for a "beverage garden" during RAGBRAI on the public ways downtown with profits to be donated to United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties; and, Whereas, no temporary license or permit should be granted other than the temporary permit to the City for the downtown beverage garden unless the City fails to secure said permit on or before July 1, 2018; and, Whereas, open glass containers of alcohol will not be permitted on the public ways that are included within the downtown outdoor beverage garden during RAGBRAI on July 27 and 28; and, Whereas, this ordinance will have no impact on outdoor service areas that are included within the licensed premises of an existing establishment as of May 1, 2018; and, Whereas, it is in the best interest of the City to adopt this ordinance. Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Amendments. 1. Title 4, entitled "Alcoholic Beverages," Chapter 2, entitled "Liquor Licenses and Beer Permits," Section 3," Local Review of Application/Investigation of Applicant" is hereby amended by adding the underlined text as follows: C. With the exception of an application submitted by the City of Iowa City, no application for a beer permit, wine permit or liquor license that includes an outdoor area, or expands an outdoor area of a current licensed premises, will be approved for dates that include July 27 and/or 28, 2018, unless the City fails to secure such a permit on or before July 1, 2018. 2. Title 4, entitled 'Alcoholic Beverages," Chapter 5, "Prohibitions and Restrictions", is amended by adding the underlined text of a new Section 9 as follows: 9. Notwithstanding City Code Section 4-5-5(A)which allows open containers to be carried from one (1) licensed premises directly into another licensed premises, open glass containers of alcohol shall be prohibited on all City-owned property including, but not limited to, City streets, City sidewalks, and City Plaza, on July 27 and July 28, 2018. Violation of this provision is a simple misdemeanor. 3. This Ordinance shall be automatically repealed on July 29, 2018. Section II. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provision of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section III. 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 IV. 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 , 2018. Mayor roved Attest: 09_ /0 ~I g City Clerk City Attorney Ordinance No. Page It was moved by and seconded by that the Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Botchway Cole Mims Salih Taylor Thomas Throgmorton First Consideration 05/15/2018 Voteforpassage: AYES: Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration Vote for passage: Date published i r1 CITY OF IOWA CI ;r ,1/2 COUNCIL ACTION REPO . May 29, 2018 Ordinance amending Title 4, entitled "Alcoholic Beverages," of the City Code to prohibit alcohol licenses for new or expanded outdoor areas during RAGBRAI except for the Downtown Beverage Garden and to prohibit glass containers of alcohol in the Downtown Beverage Garden during RAGBRAI. Prepared By: Simon Andrew, Assistant to the City Manager Reviewed By: Eleanor Dilkes, City Attorney Ashley Monroe, Assistant City Manager Fiscal Impact: N/A Recommendations: Staff: Approval Commission: N/A Attachments: Ordinance Executive Summary: On July 27, 2018, the City of Iowa City will host RAGBRAI as an overnight stop for the first time in 42 years. Cities hosting overnight stops often provide for entertainment in the public right of way, which can also include a temporary licensed service area for alcohol. In order to ensure public safety, no more than one outdoor beverage garden should be permitted. The attached ordinance limits temporary licenses and permits to those applied for by the City. It does not affect existing outdoor service areas established as of May 1, 2018. It also prohibits open glass containers within the City's outdoor beverage garden. The plan is for the establishments with doors onto the open beverage garden to use non-glass containers but if there is a problem this will give the police an easy enforcement tool. This ordinance will apply only on July 27 and 28, 2018 and be automatically repealed on July 29, 2018. Background/Analysis: In addition to live entertainment scheduled for July 27, the City plans to establish a temporary licensed premises for beer and wine during our RAGBRAI celebration, with boundaries substantially similar to the 2017 Downtown District Block Party. The City's application for a temporary license is expected to be an agenda item on Council's May 29 agenda. As part of this license, the City also plans to sell cans of beer during and in close proximity to the evening entertainment, with profits benefitting the United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties. As no more than one outdoor beverage garden should be permitted, this ordinance will prohibit the approval of any application for a beer permit, wine permit, or liquor license that covers an outdoor area with the exception of the City's application. It will also prohibit the expansion of a current outdoor service areas and sidewalk cafes of an existing licensed premises. For public safety reasons, the ordinance will prohibit open glass containers of alcohol on City-owned property within the licensed area during this event.