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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-11-02 OrdinanceItem Number: 10.a. CITY OIF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org November 2, 2020 Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow a special exception from standards for the reuse of existing buildings in certain commercial zones. (REZ20-0006) ATTACHMENTS: Description Planning & Zoning Commission Packet Planning & Zoning Commission Late Handouts P&Z Minutes Ordinance a r h CITY OF IOWA CITY CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Date: October 1, 2020 To: Planning & Zoning Commission From: Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner, Neighborhood & Development Services Re: Zoning Code Amendment (REZ20-0006) to allow flexibility for alterations and expansions to existing buildings in lower intensity commercial zones Introduction The City of Iowa City's 2020-2021 Strategic Plan includes a goal to promote an inclusive and resilient economy throughout the city. To reach that goal, the City is taking steps to invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and create new neighborhood commercial nodes which encourage healthy, diverse, and sustainable economic activity. The proposed text amendment to the zoning code (REZ20-0006) addresses one barrier for small-scale commercial areas near developed residential neighborhoods: that some underutilized commercial parcels experience difficulties meeting current zoning regulations due to existing physical constraints. The proposed amendment modifies the Special Provisions section for certain commercial zones (14-2C-8), including the Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zones. The purpose of the amendment is to provide flexibility from zoning regulations where altering or expanding a building is difficult due to existing building and/or site constraints. In such cases, the Board of Adjustment would be able to waive or modify certain zoning standards by special exception. The proposed amendment is detailed in Attachment 1. Background After City Council adopted the 2020-2021 Strategic Plan, the City received an inquiry from a developer regarding a long -vacant property at 1120 North Dodge Street. Without providing some additional flexibility from zoning regulations, the proposal for the site is impossible to achieve. This prompted City staff to review the zoning code for ways to promote the reuse of this and other similar commercial and/or mixed use sites in lower intensity, neighborhood contexts which are underutilized under the City's current standards. The zoning code contains several mechanisms to adjust standards. Administrative methods include minor modifications (14-4B-1), which allow specified requirements to be modified or waived, and minor adjustments, which are a similar provision in the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Development Standards (14 -2G -7H). The zoning code offers greater flexibility through the special exception process. Special exceptions are heard by the five -member Board of Adjustment, which is appointed by City Council to provide scrutiny where allowed in the zoning code. As a quasi-judicial body, appeals of their decisions must go through the district court. For example, properties designated as an Iowa City historic landmark or registered in the National Register of Historic Places may request a special exception to waive dimensional standards, site development standards, and provisional requirements (14 -2C -11A). For each of these mechanisms, a specific set of approval criteria must be met. October 1, 2020 Page 2 Proposed Amendment: Commercial Reuse Exception Applicability Staff developed the proposed amendment as a special exception that provides similar flexibility to what is allowed for historic properties, but with a commercial focus and without competing against those provisions. It would allow the alteration and expansion of existing structures in specified commercial zones where building and/or site constraints related to the zoning code are present. To avoid incentivizing tear downs, the amendment requires that a project utilizing the exception cannot involve demolition of an existing principal structure, nor can it be used for a property designated as an Iowa City historic landmark or registered in the National Register of Historic Places. In addition, new construction projects are not allowed to request this exception. Because the proposed amendment is intended primarily for use in less intense commercial areas near developed residential neighborhoods, only properties in the following zones are eligible: Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5). The following zones are explicitly excluded from requesting an exception through the proposed amendment because they are intended to accommodate higher -intensity uses that do not primarily serve neighboring residential areas: Intensive Commercial (CI -1), Highway Commercial (CH -1), and Central Business (CB -10). Approval Criteria To be approved under the proposed amendment, the Board of Adjustment must find that each requested exception meets the following general approval criteria set forth in 14 -4B -3A: 1) The specific proposed exception will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, comfort or general welfare. 2) The specific proposed exception will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in the immediate vicinity and will not substantially diminish or impair property values in the neighborhood. 3) Establishment of the specific proposed exception will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of the surrounding property for uses permitted in the district in which such property is located. 4) Adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and/or necessary facilities have been or are being provided. 5) Adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress or egress designed to minimize traffic congestion on public streets. 6) Except for the specific regulations and standards applicable to the exception being considered, the specific proposed exception, in all other respects, conforms to the applicable regulations or standards of the zone in which it is to be located. 7) The proposed exception will be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the City, as amended. In addition, staff proposes the following specific approval criteria to ensure that any exception meets the intent of the amendment while maintaining compatibility with adjacent development: 1) The exception is necessary due to existing building or site constraints that make it difficult to meet that standard. 2) The exception will be compatible with and/or complementary to adjacent development in terms of building mass and scale, relative amount of open space, traffic circulation, general layout, and lighting. 3) The exception will not adversely affect views, noise, stormwater runoff, light and air, and privacy of neighboring properties any more than would a development that satisfies the applicable standard. 4) The exception is not contrary to the intent of the standard. 5) The exception will be in the public interest. October 1, 2020 Page 3 Exceptions Exceptions that could be requested through the proposed amendment cover a variety of dimensional and site development standards. However, while certain use -specific development standards may be waived, the proposed amendment would not permit uses where they are not allowed. Potential exceptions could include modifications or waivers from the following standards: 1) 14-4113-4 Specific Approval Criteria for Provisional Uses and Special Exceptions: Includes specific standards for each use allowed provisionally or by special exception, such as density standards for group living uses and design features for attached single- family dwellings. The proposed amendment excludes minimum separation distance provisions for land uses, such as for drinking establishments or adult businesses. 2) 14-4C-2 Specific Approval Criteria: Includes specific standards for each use allowed on site as an accessory use, such as setbacks for drive-throughs, space limitations for home childcare uses, or size requirements for accessory retail uses. 3) 14-2C-4 Dimensional Requirements: Includes lot size, setbacks, height, lot coverage, floor area ratio, open space, and dwelling unit density. 4) 14-2C-6 Commercial Site Development Standards: Includes parking area setbacks and screening, pedestrian and vehicular access and circulation, and standards for large retail uses in CO -1 and CC -2 zones. 5) 14-2C-7 CN -1 Zone Site Development Standards: Includes building setbacks and orientation, parking area setbacks, location and screening, pedestrian and vehicular access and circulation, and the building-streetscape interface in CN -1 zones. 6) 14-2C-8 Central Business Site Development Standards: Includes building setbacks, and orientation, parking area setbacks, location and screening, pedestrian and vehicular access and circulation, the building-streetscape interface, and bonus provisions in CB -2, and CB -5 zones. 7) 14-2C-9 Site Development Standards in MU Zone: Includes building setbacks materials, and orientation, parking area setbacks, location and screening, pedestrian and vehicular access and circulation, and the building-streetscape interface in MU zones. 8) 14-5 Site Development Standards: Includes general standards for off street parking and loading, signs, access management, intersection visibility standards, landscaping and trees, screening and buffering, outdoor lighting, and performance standards, but the proposed amendment excludes sensitive lands and features or floodplain management. Analysis Numerous commercial areas across Iowa City could benefit from the proposed Commercial Reuse Exception amendment. Figure 1 maps which parcels may be able to utilize the proposed amendment, i.e. they have existing buildings and are in eligible zoning districts. The map illustrates that most neighborhood commercial areas are potentially eligible, including the Northside, Towncrest, Olde Town Village, Iowa City Marketplace, Pepperwood Plaza, and Walden Square. Other individual small-scale commercial uses, such as Deluxe Bakery or the Hilltop Tavern, would also be eligible. However, because the proposed amendment only applies to properties in certain commercial zones, some businesses in residential zones would not be eligible, such as the Design Ranch. As such, other amendments may be required to allow more neighborhood commercial uses across Iowa City. In addition, some commercial areas may be eligible though they are not small-scale or neighborhood oriented. These include businesses in the Northgate Business Park or at the intersection of Highway 218 and Highway 1. In those instances, the ordinance relies on the proposed approval criteria to evaluate intent on a case-by-case basis. The criteria primarily address compatibility with surrounding properties, meeting the intent of the City's standards, and the presence of building or site constraints. In the case of most large-scale commercial uses, staff believes it would be difficult for the applicant to prove to the Board that the requested exception is necessary due to existing constraints. October 1, 2020 Page 4 Figure 1. Map of Potentially Eligible Sites for the Commercial Reuse Exception Legend ® Hkstoric & Conservation Districts Base Zones - Central Business Service (CB -2) - Central Business Support (CB -5) - Community Commercial (CC -2) - Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) - Commercial Office {00-1) Mixed Use (MU) Consistency with Comprehensive Plan In addition to furthering City Council's strategic plan, the proposed amendment also supports several related goals and strategies from the City's comprehensive plan: • Encourage compact, efficient development that is contiguous and connected to existing neighborhoods to reduce the cost of extending infrastructure and services and to preserve farmland and open space at the edge of the city. • Encourage a healthy mix of independent, locally -owned businesses and national businesses. • Improve the environmental and economic health of the community through efficient use of resources. By allowing flexibility for existing commercial buildings, the proposed amendment efficiently utilizes the City's building stock to promote economic activity throughout the community. Staff intends this exception to be primarily used by local businesses on unique infill lots because many national and international businesses prefer new structures that are more standardized. Adoption will provide an avenue for neighborhood businesses to move to established neighborhoods in Iowa City, or to expand in-place where otherwise they may have to move. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the zoning code be amended as illustrated in Attachment 1 to invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and empower new small neighborhood commercial nodes by allowing the Board of Adjustment to provide flexibility from zoning regulations where altering or expanding a building is difficult due to existing building and/or site constraints in MU, CO -1, CN - 1, CC -2, CB -2, and CB -5 zones. October 1, 2020 Page 5 Attachments 1. Proposed Zoning Code Text Amendments 2. Map of Potentially Eligible Sites for the Commercial Reuse Exception Approved by: 1 Danielle Sitzman, AICP, Development Services Coordinator Department of Neighborhood and Development Services Attachment 1 Page 1 Draft Zoning Code Text Underlined text is suggested new language. Strike -through notation indicates language to be deleted. Amend 14-2C-11 as follows: D. Commercial Reuse Exception 1. Purpose. The commercial reuse exception allows the alteration of existing buildings for which the constraints of the building and/or site make it difficult to meet certain zoning code standards. It is intended primarily for use in less intense commercial areas in or near developed residential neighborhoods. 2. Applicability. The exception provides flexibility in the desian and use of existin structures provided the following circumstances are met: a. The exception is requested for an alteration or expansion of an existing building; b. The proiect does not result in the demolition of any existing principal structures; c. The property is not designated as an Iowa City landmark or registered in the National Register of Historic Places; and d. The property is not in a CI -1, CH -1, or CB -10 zone. 3. Waivers. The Board of Adiustment may grant a special exception to waive or modify any approval criteria listed in 14-4B-4 "Specific Approval Criteria for Provisional Uses and Special Exceptions" or 14-4C-2 "Specific Approval Criteria, " or any standard in 14-2C-4 "Dimensional Requirements", 14-2C-6 "Commercial Site Development Standards", 14- 2C-7 "Central Business Site Development Standards", 14-2C-8 "CN -1 Zone Site Development Standards", 14-2C-9 "Site Development Standards in MU Zone", or 14-5 "Site Development Standards. However, waivers and modifications cannot be requested for required minimum distances separating land uses or standards in 14-51 "Sensitive Lands and Features" and 14-5J "Floodplain Management Standards". 4. Aaaroval Criteria. In addition to the aeneral special exception approval criteria set forth in chapter 4, article B of this title, the followinq approval criteria must be met: a. The exception is necessary due to existing building or site constraints that make it difficult to meet that standard. b. The exception will be compatible with and/or complementary to adjacent development in terms of building mass and scale, relative amount of open space, traffic circulation, general layout, and lighting. c. The exception will not adversely affect views, noise, stormwater runoff, light and air, and privacy of neighboring properties any more than would a development that satisfies the applicable standard. d. The exception is not contrary to the intent of the standard. e. The exception will be in the public interest. Amend 14-2C-4 as follows: Dimensional Requirements: The dimensional requirements for the commercial zones are stated in tables 2C -2(a) and 2C -2(b) of this section. The following subsections describe in more detail the regulations for each of the dimensional requirements listed in the tables. Provisional uses and uses allowed by special exception may have specific dimensional requirements not specified in tables 2C -2(a) and 2C -2(b) of this section. Approval criteria for these uses are addressed in chapter 4, article B of this title. Dimensional requirements may be waived or modified for developments approved through the planned development process (see chapter 3, article A, "Planned Development Attachment 1 Page 2 Overlay Zone (OPD)'; of this title) or through the commercial reuse or historic preservation exceptions as outlined in section 14-2C-11, "Special Provisions'; of this article. Amend 14-2C-10 as follows: 14-2C-10 Special Exceptions and Minor Modifications to Site Development Standards: A special exception may be granted to waive or modify certain provisions of section 14-2C-6, 14-2C-7, 14-2C-8, or 14-2C-9 of this article through the commercial reuse or historic preservation exceptions in accordance with section 14-2C-11, "Special Provisions. "-A minor modification to adjust specific provisions of section 14-2C-6, 14-2C- 7, 14-2C-8, or 14-2C-9 of this article, may be requested in either of the qualifying situations listed below. Such requests will be reviewed by the design review committee, the director of planning and community development, and the building official according to the procedures for minor modifications as set forth in chapter 8, article B of this title and must meet the following approval criteria. The following approval criteria are to be applied in lieu of the general approval criteria listed in section 14-4B-1, "Minor Modifications'; of this title: Amend 14-4B-4 as follows: Specific Approval Criteria for Provisional Uses and Special Exceptions: The following uses are listed as provisional uses or special exceptions in one or more of the base zones, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Provisional uses are permitted, subject to the additional requirements contained in this article. A use listed as a special exception in a base zone is permitted only after approval from the board of adjustment, subject to the approval criteria contained in this section and to the general special exception approval criteria contained in section 14-48- 3 of this article. In addition to the approval criteria listed in this article, all provisional uses and special exceptions are required to meet the regulations of the base zone in which they are located and all other applicable regulations of this title. If a regulation in another part of this title conflicts with a regulation contained in this article, the regulation that is more specific to the situation applies. When regulations are equally specific or when it is unclear which regulation to apply, the more restrictive regulation applies. Amend 14-4C-2 as follows: Specific Approval Criteria: Any accessory uses listed in the following subsections must comply with the conditions listed, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. As noted, some require special exception approval from the Board of Adjustment. If a regulation in the base zone chapter conflicts with a regulation contained in this article, the regulation that is more specific to the situation applies. When regulations are equally specific or when it is unclear which regulation to apply, the more restrictive regulation will govern Amend 14 -5B -2A as follows: Applicability: All signs on private property must be installed, maintained, and/or removed according to the provisions of this article, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Amend 14 -5C -A as follows: It is unlawful for any person to cut, break, or remove any curb along a street except in compliance with the requirements of this article, or unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Attachment 1 Page 3 Amend 14-5D-2 as follows: Applicability: Lots located at the corner of any street intersection must comply with the requirements of this article, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Amend 14 -5E -2A as follows: Applicability: No building permit shall be issued for the construction, reconstruction or structural alteration of a building nor shall any use be established or converted nor shall a certificate of occupancy be granted for a use without conformity with the provisions of the tree regulations, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Amend 14-5F-2 as follows: Applicability: The screening and buffering standards will be applied throughout this title, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title, where they will be referenced with the numbers S1, S2, S3, etc. The regulations in this article address materials, placement, layout, and timing of installation. The standards in this article are expressed as minimum standards; additional landscaping and screening materials may be used as long as they do not conflict with the provisions of this article. Amend 14 -5G -2A as follows: Applicability of Provisions: The standards contained in this article apply to all uses in all zones, except for the exemptions listed in subsection B of this section, or unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Amend 14-5H-2 as follows: Applicability: The provisions of this article apply to all uses located within the city of Iowa City, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Nonconforming development is subject to the provisions of chapter 4, article E, "Nonconforming Situations", of this title Attachment 2: Commercial Reuse Exception Potentially Eligible Properties vt' M N A Created by: Kirk Lehmann Date: September 21, 2020 PA. —m -m-4 1 r t ~ �401�,~ A* CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Date: October 1, 2020 To: Planning & Zoning Commission From: Anne Russett, Senior Planner, Neighborhood & Development Services Re: Proposed Commercial Reuse Exception Ordinance (REZ20-0006) – Updated Maps Staff has updated the maps identifying the properties that are potentially eligible for the proposed Commercial Reuse Exception Ordinance (REZ20-0006) [Attachment 1]. The original map identified properties that may be able to utilize the proposed by amendment. It included properties located in eligible zoning districts that have existing buildings. This map was provided at a city-wide extent. The updated maps include properties located in eligible zoning districts that have existing buildings, but exclude properties located within historic districts and identified as historic landmarks. These properties are not eligible for the proposed amendment because there is an existing provision in the City's zoning code that allows historic properties to request waivers from development standards. The updated maps include one at a city-wide extent and three for smaller geographic areas. Lastly, the original memo to the Planning and Zoning Commission stated that Deluxe Bakery would be a potentially eligible property. Since Deluxe Bakery is located in a local historic district waivers from development standards could be pursued for this property, but under a different provision within the City's zoning code. Attachments: 1. Updated Maps of Potentially Eligible Sites for the Commercial Reuse Exception Commercial Reuse Exception IN Created by: Kirk Lehmann Potentially Eligible Properties - All Date: September 28, 2020 M Commercial Reuse Exception Created by: Kirk Lehmann Potentially Eligible Properties - Downtown & Northeast Date: September 28, 2020 Commercial Reuse Exception Created by: Kirk Lehmann Potentially Eligible Properties - South Central Date: September 28, 2020 U z a Rp LTJ soon PH F44 %40411 � ! U Legend Eligible Zoning Districts Central Business Service (CB -2) Central Business Support (CB -5) Community Commercial (CC -2) - Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) Commercial Office (CO -1) Mixed Use (MU) 0 STH ST, sr •r F- U W LU W Y NpWKEYE PARK RD=Q: A INj - 0 W w 3 a x MELROSE AVE `o,44P n� v IN BENTST-1N ST 1 iiiii 1-1 i /(t l z F R'4ij�A�i ESCORT HIGHLAND OR 9 O z O M m � n MINUTES PRELIMINARY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OCTOBER 1, 2020 —7:00 PM ELECTRONIC FORMAL MEETING MEMBERS PRESENT: Susan Craig, Mike Hensch, Phoebe Martin, Mark Nolte, Mark Signs, Billie Townsend MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Sara Hektoen, Anne Russett OTHERS PRESENT: Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8) An electronic meeting was held because a meeting in person is impossible or impractical due to concerns for the health and safety of Commission members, staff and the public presented by COVID-19. RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL: By a vote of 6-0 the Commissions recommends that the zoning code be amended as illustrated in the staff report to help invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and empower new small neighborhood commercial nodes by allowing the Board of Adjustment to provide flexibility from zoning regulations in certain commercial zones. By a vote of 6-0 the Commissions recommends to amend Title 14 Zoning to allow parking reductions of up to 50% of the required number of spaces through a minor modification process in the Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zoning districts. CALL TO ORDER: Hensch called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA: None. Planning and Zoning Commission October 1, 2020 Page 2 of 13 CASE NO. REZ20-0006: Commercial Reuse Exception Ordinance Consideration of the Commercial Reuse Exception Ordinance, which amends Title 14 Zoning to allow exceptions to zoning regulations for alterations and expansions to existing buildings due to building and/or site constraints in the Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zoning districts. Russett stated in terms of background, the City actually received an inquiry from a developer about a long vacant building located at 1120 North Dodge Street, and what was being proposed required flexibility from the City's zoning regulations. There are also other underutilized commercial properties that have experienced issues meeting zoning regulations due to existing physical and site and building constraints. The proposed amendment would support the reuse of existing buildings by providing flexibility from zoning regulations due to building and site constraints. There is existing flexibility incorporated into the Code now that provides some flexibility from zoning regulations. These are reviewed administratively through the minor modification process. There's also minor adjustments which staff can review in the Riverfront Crossings District and there are also some special exceptions that the Board of Adjustment can review for providing waivers to zoning regulations, particularly for historic properties. Russett explained this proposed amendment would expand upon those existing provisions in the Code. In terms of a summary of the ordinance, the goal is to address barriers for small scale commercial areas that have site constraints by providing flexibility from zoning regulations, so that means flexibility from parking standards, setback, lot coverage, etc. The focus is on lower intensity commercial zones that typically serve neighboring residences. It would allow alteration and expansion of existing structures, it would not allow the demolition of existing principal structures, and it requires the review and approval by the Board of Adjustment through a special exception process and there's specific approval criteria outlined in the draft. Next Russett discussed the applicability of the proposed ordinance, there are certain commercial zones that are eligible and certain zones that are ineligible. She showed there are six eligible zones, which are lower intensity commercial zones. The ineligible zones include Intensive Commercial zones, Highway Commercial, and the Central Business, CB -10 zone. Those three zones are higher intensity and have been excluded because they typically don't provide commercial uses to neighboring residential areas. In addition, the project must result in an alteration or expansion of an existing structure, it can't result in any demolition of a principal structure. Finally, the property cannot be designated as a historic structure and that's because there are existing Code provisions that provide flexibility from zoning regulations for historic structures. In terms of potential waivers, Russett noted the list is pretty extensive. The waivers that could be requested include waivers from specific approval criteria. These are approval criteria for specific land uses, for example, density standards for group living uses or requirements for multifamily uses. Also, approval criteria for accessory uses would be eligible. This includes things like drive setbacks for drive throughs, or size requirements for accessory retail uses, and will also allow waivers from commercial zone dimensional requirements. That includes things like lot size, setbacks, height, open space, as well as site development standards, both commercial site development standards and general site development standards. This includes things like Planning and Zoning Commission October 1, 2020 Page 3 of 13 parking area setbacks, screening, access, and circulation. In terms of general site development standards, this includes things like parking, landscaping, screening, outdoor lighting. Russett stated there are certain waivers that are not eligible for this request and that includes the minimum separation distance standards that are in the Code for drinking establishments, as well as separation distance requirements for adult businesses. Additionally there are sensitive areas ordinance and floodplain management regulations, and waivers from those standards could not be requested through the proposed ordinance. The proposed ordinance also includes a list of specific approval criteria, Russett showed the approval criteria that staff would review the application against as well as the Board of Adjustment. All of these criteria must be met in order for the project to be approved by the Board of Adjustment. The first approval criteria is that the exception is necessary because of existing building or site constraints that make meeting the standard difficult. In addition, the exception must be compatible and/or complimentary to adjacent development in terms of mass and scale, open space, traffic circulation, general layout and lighting. The exception cannot adversely affect views, noise, storm water, light and air privacy from neighboring residences. The exception cannot be contrary to the intent of the standard and it must be in the public interest. Staff reviewed and did an analysis to identify the parcels that would be potentially eligible to request a waiver, and most neighborhood commercial areas are eligible. This includes the Northside Market area, Towncrest, Old Town Village and Pepperwood Plaza. There's also some other pockets of commercial that would also be eligible such as the area on North Dodge, for example, Hilltop Tavern. Russett noted this does not provide any flexibility from standards for businesses that are located in residential zones. She showed a city-wide map that shows some potential eligible properties, they are parcels that have a structure on them and no vacant lots are included and any properties that are historic or located in a historic district have also been excluded. Russett noted they can see from the map that there are some commercial areas that would be eligible that are not what one would think of a small scale or neighborhood oriented commercial. That includes the North Gate Business Park, as well as the intersection of 218 and Highway 1. In these cases, the amendment would rely on the approval criteria which would be evaluated on a case by case basis and they must address any compatibility standards related to surrounding properties. The burden of proof to meet those specific approval criteria is on the applicant and large-scale commercial properties may have a difficult time meeting some of those standards. Staff has reviewed this against the Comprehensive Plan and the proposed amendments supports the City Council's Strategic Plan, as well as several policies within the Comprehensive Plan related to encouraging compact and efficient development and a healthy mix of independent and locally owned businesses, and improving environmental and economic health of the community through efficient use of resources. The flexibility would allow existing commercial buildings to be efficiently utilized to promote economic activity throughout the community. Staff thinks that this would be primarily used by local businesses on unique infill lots. The role of the Commission tonight is to review the proposed zoning code text amendments and its consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and provide a recommendation to City Council. Staff recommends the Zoning Code be amended as illustrated in the staff report to help invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and empower new small neighborhood commercial nodes by allowing the Board of Adjustment to approve flexibility from zoning regulations in certain commercial zones. Planning and Zoning Commission October 1, 2020 Page 4 of 13 Hensch asked if the impetus for this amendment the strategic plan the City Council approved. Russet stated it is a combination of things. They've received inquiries for infill sites over the years that have had a challenging time meeting standards. The most recent one was a request for reusing the building on 1120 North Dodge. Hensch asked if all these waivers have to go to the Board of Adjustment or is there a process where some of the minor modifications can just be administratively approved by staff? Russett replied the existing minor modifications will stay as is in the Code. However, the proposed amendment would require review and approval by the Board of Adjustment through a special exception process. Hensch asked if the maps Russett showed were for illustration purposes only or did they in fact contain all the applicable zones? Russett said they included all of the applicable zones and also removed any properties that were vacant. They wanted to show all those zones that were eligible that had existing structures on them. Hensch also asked about the stormwater waivers and would the Board of Adjustment be able to waive a requirement of the city engineer. Russett stated the stormwater management regulations are in a different title of the Code, and that would not be eligible under the proposed amendment because the stormwater management regulations are not in the Zoning Code. Signs noted Russett mentioned infill several times and are these special exceptions available on an empty lot and not just for reuse in properties that are reusing an existing building. Russett confirmed empty lots are not eligible. Craig questioned how this will affect things in the long term, if someone has a use, they have the property, they get the special exception, and everything goes fine with their commercial enterprise but six years later they're moving on, they've grown and they're going to a new building, or whatever. Is that building then available for a different use or do the people who want to use it for something else now have to come back and get a special exception as well. Russett said this ordinance isn't changing what uses are allowed in these commercial zones, it's just providing flexibility to specific standards, but not uses, and the special exceptions go with the property, not the ownership. Townsend asked if there is a property that's not on this list or map, how can they take advantage of these exceptions. Russett said if something comes available that's meets these requirements and is in an eligible zone with an existing structure and there's no demolition, if they meet the approval criteria, they could request a waiver. Townsend asked if there was a good neighbor held for special exceptions. Russett said it is encouraged and explained there's a public hearing, there's notification, there's signs, very similar to zonings and subdivisions. Hensch opened the public comment. Hearing no comments, Hensch closed the public comment. Nolte moved that the zoning code be amended as illustrated in the staff report to help Planning and Zoning Commission October 1, 2020 Page 5 of 13 invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and empower new small neighborhood commercial nodes by allowing the Board of Adjustment to provide flexibility from zoning regulations in certain commercial zones. Townsend seconded the motion. Hensch noted he really likes this and thinks they need to find a way to work on neighborhood commercial. He hopes this is something that can really help entrepreneurs and developers to be able to reuse some of these properties, particularly in the neighborhood commercial areas. Townsend agreed and noted there are a lot of places that are vacant now and it would be nice to get them filled up. Especially the Marketplace Mall, it is such a big, beautiful mall, and there's nobody in it. Signs agrees that there's a lot of vacant and underutilized properties in quite a few areas and unfortunately, there's a chance that they'll see more vacant properties in the in the near term so making it potentially easier for a new person to come in and start a new business is a positive thing. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0. CASE NO. CREZ20-0007: Parking Reduction in Commercial Zones Ordinance Consideration of the Parking Reductions in Commercial Zones Ordinance, which amends Title 14 Zoning to allow parking reductions of up to 50% of the required number of spaces through a minor modification process in the Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zoning districts. Russett began with background stating this again is related to barriers to infill development and minimum parking requirements can be a barrier to developing and redeveloping infill commercial properties. Russett stated this would apply to vacant lots and the proposed amendment could support the development of vacant infill commercial lots by providing reductions to parking standards. Russett noted there are some existing provisions in the Code that provide reductions to parking standards but there are also gaps, which this amendment is trying to address, the Code often does not apply reductions to multifamily parking for mixed use development in commercial zones and sometimes the reductions are limited to small amounts that wouldn't be beneficial for commercial properties. In terms of a summary of the proposed ordinance, staff is proposing to replace an existing provision in the Code that applies to CN -1 Zones, the Neighborhood Commercial Zone, which was adopted in 1995 and it allowed land banking to reduce parking. Russett noted how that provision is structured is that it allows reduced parking to promote neighborhood commercial uses. It could require that up to 30% of the land that would otherwise be needed for onsite parking remain as open space and then if that area was needed in the future, the City could require the owner to construct the parking. The CN -1 Zone is not heavily utilized throughout the City and staff did a search and couldn't find any examples of this provision ever being used since i 0 -Ot,: Prepared by: Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240 (REZ20-0006) Ordinance No. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow a special exception from standards for the reuse of existing buildings in certain commercial zones (REZ20-0006) Whereas, City Council's 2020-2021 Strategic Plan includes an objective to promote an inclusive and resilient economy throughout the city by encouraging healthy, diverse, and sustainable economic activity, including taking steps to invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and create new small neighborhood commercial nodes; and Whereas, some underutilized commercial parcels experience difficulties meeting current zoning regulations due to existing physical constraints; and Whereas, Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zones contain less intense commercial uses and are more likely to be near developed residential neighborhoods; and Whereas, the City's comprehensive plan encourages compact, efficient development, a healthy mix of independent, locally -owned businesses and national businesses, and improving the environmental and economic health of the community through efficient use of resources; and Whereas, this zoning code text amendment provides flexibility from zoning regulations where altering or expanding a building is difficult due to existing building and/or site constraints by allowing the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning standards through the special exception process; and Whereas, this zoning code text amendment includes eligibility and approval criteria to ensure requests further the Comprehensive Plan and ensure the intent of the ordinance is met; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the zoning code amendment set forth below and recommends approval. Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Amendments. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa is hereby amended by adding the following underlined language: A. Amend 14-2C-11 as follows: D. Commercial Reuse Exception 1. Purpose. The commercial re it difficult to meet certain zoning code standards. It is intended for uses in less intense commercial areas in or near developed residential neighborhoods. 2. Applicability. An applicant may apply for a commercial reuse special exception in the following circumstances: a. The exception is requested for an alteration or expansion of an existing building: b. The proiect does not result in the demolition of any existing principal structures: Ordinance No. Page 2 3. c. The property is not designated as an Iowa City landmark or registered in the National Register of Historic Places: and d. The propertv must be zoned Mixed Use (MU). Commerrinl nffire rrn-1 t Business Service (CB -2) or Central Business Support (CB -5) standards': 14-2C-9 "Site Development Standards in MU Zone and 14-5 "Site and Features". and standards in 14-5J "Floodplain Management Standards" 4. Specific Approval Criteria In addition to the general special exception approval criteria set forth in 14-4B-3. the following approval criteria must be met: a. The exception is necessary due to existing building or site constraints that make it difficult to meet that standard. b. The exceotlon will be romnntihle with anri/nr rmmnlamcntnnr to nrii.nnn/ traffic circulation, general layout, and lighting. c. The exception will not adversely affect access views noise stormwater runoff, light and air, and privacy of neighboring properties any more than would a development that satisfies the applicable standard d. The exception is not contrary to the intent of the standard being waived or modified e. The exception will be in the public interest B. Amend 14-2C-4 as follows: Dimensional Requirements: The dimensional requirements for the commercial zones are stated in tables 2C -2(a) and 2C -2(b) of this section. The following subsections describe in more detail the regulations for each of the dimensional requirements listed in the tables. Provisional uses and uses allowed by special exception may have specific dimensional requirements not specified in tables 2C -2(a) and 2C -2(b) of this section. Approval criteria for these uses are addressed in chapter 4, article B of this title. Dimensional requirements may be waived or modified for developments approved through the planned development process (see chapter 3, article A, "Planned Development Overlay Zone (OPD)", of this title) or through the commercial reuse or historic preservation exceptions as set forth in section 14-2C-11, "Special Provisions". C. Amend 14-2C-10 as follows: 14-2C-10 Special Exceptions and Minor Modifications to Site Development Standards: A special exception may be granted to waive or modify certain provisions of section 14-2- 6, 14-2C-7 14-2C-8, or 14-2C-9 of this article through the commercial reuse or historic nroeGnio/inn evnnn/ir`rn m ......a:..-. 4A nn �� "n__-._, r.__. -- „ minor modification to adjust specific provisions of section 14-2C-6, 14-2C-7, 14-2C-8, or 14-2C-9 of this article, may be requested in either of the qualifying situations listed below. Ordinance No. Page 3 Such requests will be reviewed by the design review committee, the director of planning and community development, and the building official according to the procedures for minor modifications as set forth in chapter 8, article B of this title and must meet the following approval criteria. The following approval criteria are to be applied in lieu of the general approval criteria listed in section 14-46-1, "Minor Modifications", of this title: D. Amend 14-4B-4 as follows: Specific Approval Criteria for Provisional Uses and Special Exceptions: The following uses are listed as provisional uses or special exceptions in one or more of the base zones, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. Provisional uses are permitted, subject to the additional requirements contained in this article. A use listed as a special exception in a base zone is permitted only after approval from the board of adjustment, subject to the approval criteria contained in this section and to the general special exception approval criteria contained in section 14-413-3 of this article. In addition to the approval criteria listed in this article, all provisional uses and special exceptions are required to meet the regulations of the base zone in which they are located and all other applicable regulations of this title. If a regulation in another part of this title conflicts with a regulation contained in this article, the regulation that is more specific to the situation applies. When regulations are equally specific or when it is unclear which regulation to apply, the more restrictive regulation applies. E. Amend 14-4C-2 as follows: Specific Approval Criteria: Any accessory uses listed in the following subsections must comply with the conditions listed, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. As noted, some require special exception approval from the Board of Adjustment. If a regulation in the base zone chapter conflicts with a regulation contained in this article, the regulation that is more specific to the situation applies. When regulations are equally specific or when it is unclear which regulation to apply, the more restrictive regulation will govern F. Amend 14-513-2A as follows: Applicability: All signs on private property must be installed, maintained, and/or removed according to the provisions of this article, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. G. Amend 14 -5C -A as follows: It is unlawful for any person to cut, break, or remove any curb along a street except in compliance with the requirements of this article, or unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. H. Amend 14-5D-2 as follows: Applicability: Lots located at the corner of any street intersection must comply with the requirements of this article unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. I. Amend 14 -5E -2A as follows: Applicability: No building permit shall be issued for the construction, reconstruction or structural alteration of a building nor shall any use be established or converted nor shall a certificate of occupancy be granted for a use without conformity with the provisions of the tree regulations, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions Ordinance No. Page 4 of this title. J. Amend 14-51F-2 as follows: Applicability: The screening and buffering standards will be applied throughout this title, unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title where they will be referenced with the numbers S1, S2, S3, etc. The regulations in this article address materials, placement, layout, and timing of installation. The standards in this article are expressed as minimum standards; additional landscaping and screening materials may be used as long as they do not conflict with the provisions of this article. K. Amend 14 -5G -2A as follows: Applicability of Provisions: The standards contained in this article apply to all uses in all zones, except for the exemptions listed in subsection B of this section, or unless specifically exempted or superseded by more specific provisions of this title. L. Amend 14-51-1-2 as follows: Applicability: The provisions of this article apply to all uses located within the city of Iowa Nonconforming development is subject to the provisions of chapter 4, article "Nonconforming Situations", of this title Section II. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions 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. Passed and approved this day of Mayor Attest: 2020. Approved by City Clerk City Attorney's Office (Sara Greenwood Hektoen —10/29/2020) Ordinance No. Page It was moved by and seconded by _ Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Bergus Mims Salih Taylor Teague Thomas Weiner that the First Consideration 11/02/2020 Vote for passage: AYES: Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner, Bergus. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration _ Vote for passage: Date published Item Number: 10.b. CITY OIF IOWA CITY www.icgov.org November 2, 2020 Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow parking reductions through the minor modification process in certain commercial zones (REZ20- 0007) ATTACHMENTS: Description Planning & Zoning Commission Packet Planning & Zoning Commission Late Handouts P&Z Minutes Ordinance CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM CITY OF IOVVA CITY Date: October 1, 2020 To: Planning & Zoning Commission From: Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner, Neighborhood & Development Services Re: Zoning Code Amendment (REZ20-0007) to allow parking reductions in lower intensity commercial zones Introduction The City of Iowa City's 2020-2021 Strategic Plan includes a goal to promote an inclusive and resilient economy throughout the city. To reach that goal, the City is taking steps to invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and create new small neighborhood commercial nodes which encourage healthy, diverse, and sustainable economic activity. The proposed zoning code amendment (REZ20-0007) seeks to further this goal by addressing one barrier for small-scale commercial areas near developed residential neighborhoods: that minimum parking standards can prevent neighborhood commercial development. The proposed amendment replaces a provision that allows parking reductions only in CN -1 zones with one that allows parking reductions in less intense commercial zones, including the following: Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5). The proposed amendment is detailed in Attachment 1. Background After City Council adopted the 2020-2021 Strategic Plan, City staff have heard that minimum parking requirements are a constraint to the redevelopment of vacant commercial sites in several other projects. This prompted City staff to review the zoning code for ways to promote the use of other similar sites in lower intensity, neighborhood contexts which were not being utilized under the City's current standards. The zoning code contains several mechanisms to adjust parking standards. Administrative methods include parking reductions by landbanking in CN -1 zones, by allowing compact, scooter, and motorcycle parking, by promoting Liner Buildings in the Riverfront Crossings district, by allowing fees in lieu of parking in the downtown and Riverfront Crossings district for up to 50% of spaces, and by allowing nearby off-site parking in most non-residential zones. The code also includes minor modifications (14-4B-1) from standards which allow the number of parking spaces to be reduced by up to 10% for commercial uses, up to 30% of dwelling units in CB -5 and CB -10 zones provided they are affordable, and up to 50% where parking is shared by non-residential uses with different hours. The code also permits continuing legal nonconforming uses. The code offers even greater flexibility through the special exception process where the Board of Adjustment must find the request to meet all applicable criteria as specified in the code. For example, the code includes special exceptions from standards which allow the number of parking spaces to be reduced by up to 50% where a specific use has unique characteristics or will reduce the ability to use or occupy a historic property; up to 100% for historic buildings or October 1, 2020 Page 2 where nearby off-site parking is guaranteed in residential and CB -10 zones, and from 50% to 100% by allowing fees in lieu of parking in the downtown and Riverfront Crossings district. While these standards cover a variety of situations, they do not allow the reduction of multifamily parking for mixed use developments in commercial zones, nor do they apply in all situations. This is problematic as this can stop infill projects which include new construction and can leave sites vacant in traditional commercial areas. For example, a mixed-use project was discussed for the Franz Pest Control site, but it was not feasible because parking reductions were not available for multi -family units. Similarly,620 South Riverside Drive is a 15,000 square foot vacant parcel with multiple inquiries, but the site cannot be parked as required under current standards due its size and layout. Proaosed Amendment: Parkina Reductions in Commercial Zones The existing provision that would be replaced allows land banking to reduce parking in Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) zones. As currently written, the City may administratively reduce the minimum parking to promote small scale commercial uses in conveniently located neighborhood shopping areas that serve nearby residents. The City may require that the owner sign an agreement that up to 30% of the land that would otherwise be needed to provide the required amount of parking shall be set aside onsite to provide for the future construction of a parking area if the City determines it is necessary. Because it is restricted to the relatively uncommon CN -1 zone, the provision is underutilized with no current examples of its use since adoption. The goal of the proposed amendment is similar, i.e. to promote small-scale commercial uses in neighborhood shopping areas that primarily serve nearby residential neighborhoods. However, the proposed amendment would expand parking reductions to all zones that can utilize the proposed Commercial Reuse Exception (MU, CO -1, CN -1, CC -2, CB -2, and CB -5 zones), would only waive up to 50% of the required number of spaces, and would not require land banking. In addition, the process would change from Director approval to a minor modification which includes notification of nearby property owners and an administrative hearing. The proposed parking reduction could be utilized for new construction, redevelopment, alteration, or expansion projects that include commercial and/or residential uses. Except for the CN -1 landbanking provision, other parking flexibility offered through the code would remain, including for CB -10 zones downtown. To ensure the amendment meets its purpose, buildings are limited to a 5,000 square foot footprint, which is the maximum typically allowed in CN -1 zones and is scaled appropriately to adjacent house -scale buildings. In addition, the developer must submit a parking demand analysis which demonstrates that the amount of parking proposed will sufficiently meet the development's parking demand. Finally, the proposed amendment maintains protections for historic or potentially historic properties by not allowing reductions for development that results in the demolition of an Iowa City landmark, or a property in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Analysis Numerous commercial areas across Iowa City could benefit from the proposed parking reduction amendment. Figure 1 is a map showing which parcels that are in eligible zoning districts (MU, CO -1, CN -1, CC -2, CB -2, and CB -5). The map indicates that most neighborhood commercial areas are potentially eligible, including the Northside, Towncrest, Olde Town Village, Iowa City Marketplace, Pepperwood Plaza, and Walden Square. The proposed amendment would be especially useful in areas where some commercial lots remain vacant, such as at the southeast corner of Muscatine and 1St Avenue (2229 Muscatine Avenue). However, because the proposed amendment only applies to properties in certain commercial zones, existing businesses in residential zones could not use the proposed amendment. October 1, 2020 Page 3 However, some commercial areas may be eligible though they are not small-scale or neighborhood oriented. These include businesses in the Northgate Business Park or at the intersection of Highway 218 and Highway 1. In those instances, the ordinance relies on the parking study and building size restrictions to ensure the parking reductions are appropriate to the context of each site. Regardless, reducing parking where appropriate to match market realities results in numerous economic and environmental benefits, including reduced costs to business, less stormwater runoff, and more efficient use of the site. Figure 1. Map of Potentially Eligible Sites for Parking Reductions - anwor Al Legend ® Historic & Conservation Districts Base Zones - Central Business Service (CB -2j - Central Business Support(CB-5) - Community Commercial (CC -2) - Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) - Commercial office (Co -1) - Mixed Use (MU} S t �• �. - - - That said, reducing parking may affect some properties in older parts of the City that already experience some issues related to overflow parking. Most properties near the Northside Marketplace and Mercy Hospital are in commercial zones and could potentially use the proposed parking reduction if they can sufficiently demonstrate through a study that they can accommodate their parking demand. To avoid on -street parking spillover effects near residential properties, the City can include conditions through the minor modification process, such as restricting the number of customers or allowing a lesser parking reduction than the full 50% of spaces. Consistency with Comprehensive Plan In addition to furthering City Council's most recent strategic plan, the amendment also aligns with the City's Climate Action and Adaptation Plan which discusses reducing parking minimums to encourage trips by modes of transportation other than the automobile. Furthermore, the proposed amendment supports several related goals and strategies from the City's comprehensive plan: • Encourage compact, efficient development that is contiguous and connected to existing neighborhoods to reduce the cost of extending infrastructure and services and to preserve farmland and open space at the edge of the city. • Discourage sprawl by promoting small -lot and infill development. October 1, 2020 Page 4 • Improve the environmental and economic health of the community through efficient use of resources. By allowing parking reductions, the proposed amendment efficiently promotes economic activity throughout the community. Staff intends this exception to be primarily used on unique infill lots. The parking reduction also assists businesses which serve surrounding neighbors and consequently attract less automobile traffic. Adoption will provide an avenue for redevelopment of neighborhood mixed and commercial uses on infill sites where room for parking may be limited. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the zoning code be amended as illustrated in Attachment 1 to invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and new small neighborhood commercial nodes by replacing a provision that allows parking reductions from only Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) zones with a provision that allows parking reductions of up to 50% in MU, CO -1, CN -1, CC -2, CB -2, and CB - 5 zones. Attachments 1. Proposed Zoning Code Text Amendments 2. Full -Sized Map of Potentially Eligible Sites for Parking Reductions Approved by: 1 Danielle Sitzman, AICP, Development Services Coordinator Department of Neighborhood and Development Services Attachment 1 Page 1 Draft Zoning Code Text Amendments Underlined text is suggested new language. Strike -through notation indicates language to be deleted. Italics indicate notes. Amend 14 -5A -4F as follows (will affect number for subsequent items as well): 2. Minor Modification For Parking_Allowed Reductions For Shared On Site Parking: The building official, in consultation with the Director of Neighborhood and Development Services, may approve a minor modification as specified in section 14-413-1 of this title to reduce the total number of parking spaces required by up to fifty percent (50%) if the uses sharing the parking are not normally open, used, or operated during the same hours. To qualify for a reduction under this provision, a parking demand analysis must be submitted that provides evidence that the amount of parking proposed for the shared parking area will be sufficient to meet the parking demand. This reduction is not allowed for residential uses. 3. Minor Modification For Parkina Reduction in Commercial Zones: The buildina official. in consultation with the Director of Neighborhood and Development Services, may approve a minor modification as specified in 14-413-1 of this title to reduce the total number of parking spaces required by up to fifty percent (50%) if it meets the following standards: a. It must be in a CB -2, CB -5, CC -2, CN -1, CO -1, or MU zone; b. Buildings must be limited to a footprint of 5,000 square feet; c. A parking demand analysis must be submitted that provides evidence that the amount of parking proposed will be sufficient to meet the parking demand, which depending on the complexity of the site, may require an engineered study, as determined by staff; and d. The proposed development must not result in the demolition of a property that is designated as an Iowa City landmark, registered in the National Register of Historic Places. or individually eliaible for the National Reaister of Historic Places. 4. Minor Modification For Parking Reduction In The Central Business Zones: In the CB - 5 and CB -10 Zones, a minor modification may be granted as specified in section 14-46- 1 of this title exempting up to thirty percent (30%) of the total number of dwelling units contained in a building from the minimum parking requirements, provided that those dwelling units are committed to the City's assisted housing program or any other affordable housing program approved by the City. 5. Minor Modification for Commercial Use Parking Reductions. The number of required parking spaces for commercial uses may be reduced up to ten percent (10%). Attachment 1 Page 2 Amend 14-48-1A as follows (will affect number for subsequent items as well): 1. The number of required parking spaces for commercial uses may be reduced up to ten percent (10%). 2. The building official, in consultation with the Director of Planning and G„mm„nity Neighborhood and Development Services, may approve a minor red UGtiGRmodification of up to fifty percent (50%) of the total number of parking spaces required, if the uses sharing the parking are not normally open, used, or operated during the same hours. However, this reduction is not allowed for residential uses. To qualify for a reduction under this provision, a parking demand analysis must be submitted that provides evidence that the amount of parking proposed for the shared parking area will be sufficient to meet the parking demand. 3. The building official, in consultation with the Director of Neighborhood and Development Services, may approve a minor modification as specified in 14-413-1 of this title to reduce the total number of parking spaces required by up to fifty percent (50%) if it meets the following standards: a. It must be in a CB -2, CB -5, CC -2, CN -1, CO -1, or MU zone; b. Buildings must be limited to a footprint of 5,000 square feet; c. A parking demand analvsis must be submitted that provides evidence that the amount of parking proposed will be sufficient to meet the parking demand, which depending on the complexity of the site, may require an engineered study, as determined by staff; and d. The proposed development must not result in the demolition of a property that is designated as an Iowa City landmark, registered in the National Register of Historic Places, or individually eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. 43. In the CB -5 and CB -10 Zones, a minor modification maybe granted exempting up to thirty percent (30%) of the total number of dwelling units contained in a building from the minimum parking requirements; provided that those dwelling units are committed to the City's assisted housing program or any other affordable housing program approved by the City. Attachment 2:Proposed Parking Reduction Properties Zoned CB -2, CB -5, CC -2, CN -1, CO -1, MU 9'7 N Created by: Kirk Lehmann Date: September 23, 2020 .7. . _41kj; is - A "T.021i iw "Y PA. _1 r t t'�~ A* CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Date: October 1, 2020 To: Planning & Zoning Commission From: Anne Russett, Senior Planner, Neighborhood & Development Services Re: Proposed Commercial Parking Reduction Ordinance (REZ20-0007) — Updated Maps Staff has updated the maps identifying the properties that are potentially eligible for the proposed Commercial Parking Reduction Ordinance (REZ20-0007) [Attachment 1]. The original map was provided at a city-wide extent. The updated maps include one at a city- wide extent and three others for smaller geographic areas. Attachments: 1. Updated Maps of Potentially Eligible Sites for Parking Reductions Proposed Parking Reduction Amendment IN Created by: Kirk Lehmann Properties Zoned CB -2, CB -5, CC -2, CN -1, CO -1, MU - All Date: September 28, 2020 M Proposed Parking Reduction Amendment 1V Created by: Kirk Lehmann Properties Zoned CB -2, CB -5, CC -2, CN -1, CO -1, MU - Downtown & Northeast A Date: September 28, 2020 Proposed Parking Reduction Amendment " Created by: Kirk Lehmann Properties Zoned CB -2, CB -5, CC -2, CN -1, CO -1, MU - South Central Date: September 28, 2020 Rp LAMP CAR , NF RAMA -o AG �L O ���RgMP C URV Legend 9 • FINE Base Zones Central Business Service (CB -2) - Central Business Support (CB -5) Community Commercial (CC -2) Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) Commercial Office (CO -1) Mixed Use (MU) O U W } W Y NppWKEYE PARK RD S �I Q x I' MELROSE AVE v< IPP 4 \00P 9m j0 v s�y�o I MINUTES PRELIMINARY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OCTOBER 1, 2020 —7:00 PM ELECTRONIC FORMAL MEETING MEMBERS PRESENT: Susan Craig, Mike Hensch, Phoebe Martin, Mark Nolte, Mark Signs, Billie Townsend MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Sara Hektoen, Anne Russett OTHERS PRESENT: Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8) An electronic meeting was held because a meeting in person is impossible or impractical due to concerns for the health and safety of Commission members, staff and the public presented by COVID-19. RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL: By a vote of 6-0 the Commissions recommends that the zoning code be amended as illustrated in the staff report to help invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and empower new small neighborhood commercial nodes by allowing the Board of Adjustment to provide flexibility from zoning regulations in certain commercial zones. By a vote of 6-0 the Commissions recommends to amend Title 14 Zoning to allow parking reductions of up to 50% of the required number of spaces through a minor modification process in the Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zoning districts. CALL TO ORDER: Hensch called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA: None. Planning and Zoning Commission October 1, 2020 Page 5 of 13 invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and empower new small neighborhood commercial nodes by allowing the Board of Adjustment to provide flexibility from zoning regulations in certain commercial zones. Townsend seconded the motion. Hensch noted he really likes this and thinks they need to find a way to work on neighborhood commercial. He hopes this is something that can really help entrepreneurs and developers to be able to reuse some of these properties, particularly in the neighborhood commercial areas. Townsend agreed and noted there are a lot of places that are vacant now and it would be nice to get them filled up. Especially the Marketplace Mall, it is such a big, beautiful mall, and there's nobody in it. Signs agrees that there's a lot of vacant and underutilized properties in quite a few areas and unfortunately, there's a chance that they'll see more vacant properties in the in the near term so making it potentially easier for a new person to come in and start a new business is a positive thing. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0. CASE NO. CREZ20-0007: Parking Reduction in Commercial Zones Ordinance Consideration of the Parking Reductions in Commercial Zones Ordinance, which amends Title 14 Zoning to allow parking reductions of up to 50% of the required number of spaces through a minor modification process in the Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zoning districts. Russett began with background stating this again is related to barriers to infill development and minimum parking requirements can be a barrier to developing and redeveloping infill commercial properties. Russett stated this would apply to vacant lots and the proposed amendment could support the development of vacant infill commercial lots by providing reductions to parking standards. Russett noted there are some existing provisions in the Code that provide reductions to parking standards but there are also gaps, which this amendment is trying to address, the Code often does not apply reductions to multifamily parking for mixed use development in commercial zones and sometimes the reductions are limited to small amounts that wouldn't be beneficial for commercial properties. In terms of a summary of the proposed ordinance, staff is proposing to replace an existing provision in the Code that applies to CN -1 Zones, the Neighborhood Commercial Zone, which was adopted in 1995 and it allowed land banking to reduce parking. Russett noted how that provision is structured is that it allows reduced parking to promote neighborhood commercial uses. It could require that up to 30% of the land that would otherwise be needed for onsite parking remain as open space and then if that area was needed in the future, the City could require the owner to construct the parking. The CN -1 Zone is not heavily utilized throughout the City and staff did a search and couldn't find any examples of this provision ever being used since Planning and Zoning Commission October 1, 2020 Page 6 of 13 it was adopted in 1995. Therefore, staff is proposing to get rid of that land banking requirement and revise it to allow a reduction that would be available for new construction, redevelopment, alteration or expansion of projects for residential and commercial uses within again, similar to the last ordinance, these lower intensity commercial zones. This would not apply to the Central Business District Zone or Intensive Commercial or Highway Commercial. The parking reductions could be requested for both commercial and residential uses, up to 50% of the required parking could be waived, no land banking would be required and it would be reviewed through the City's minor modification process which is an administrative staff level review but does require notifying neighbors of the request and an administrative hearing. Staff has identified some approval criteria that they think would be appropriate for staff to review in any requests for parking reductions. To ensure that this really assists smaller scale neighborhood commercial buildings, they want to limit the footprint of those buildings to 5000 square feet. They would like the applicant to submit a parking demand analysis that demonstrates the proposed parking will meet the demand. Also the ordinance would protect historic, or potentially historic structures by not allowing their demolition. Again, staff looked at the areas that could be eligible to request a parking reduction and it includes Pepperwood Plaza, Old Town Village and it would also be useful in areas where commercial lots remain vacant, like 2229 Muscatine Avenue and 620 South Riverside Drive. Russett showed a couple maps that showed the parcels that have the eligible zoning district. It includes vacant lots and includes lots with structures on them. Russett noted similar to the last ordinance, there are some commercial areas that are eligible but may not be areas that one would think of as smaller scale commercial, like the North Gate Business Park, and if a request for reduction was requested and it would rely on a case by case review and building size limits that staff would review by each request. Some of the benefits are it would reduce costs of businesses, it could potentially encourage other modes of transportation, it would be less impervious surface and less runoff and a more efficient use of the site. The proposed amendment does support several Comprehensive Goals and strategies as well as the City's Strategic Plan and Climate Action Plan. The role of the Commission is to determine if the proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and make a recommendation to Council. Staff recommends the Commission recommend approval of the proposed ordinance as presented in the staff report. Hensch asked on the parking demand analysis, is that just something as simple as they could just give like a prediction of their parking demands or the historical parking demands, or would they need to retain a consultant to develop that. Russett said it wouldn't be required but the ordinance will give staff flexibility to request a more robust study if they felt it was necessary based on the proposal. Hensch asked if there is anything the MPO does, because they do all that traffic analysis, in terms of a parking analysis or where do those numbers come from. Russett replied the applicant has to provide it. Hensch then asked if there's retail on the first floor and housing units on the second floor is that Planning and Zoning Commission October 1, 2020 Page 7 of 13 taken into consideration to make sure there's enough parking provided for residents, could they decrease those numbers. Russett said the applicant could request a reduction up to 50%. Finally, Hensch asked if the environmental improvement is simply because of the reduction of impervious pavement. Russett replied that is a benefit but it can also potentially mean more people might bike or walk and therefore could be help with emissions if there's less car traffic. Hensch opened the public comment. Having none, Hensch closed the public comment. Craig moved to amend Title 14 Zoning to allow parking reductions of up to 50% of the required number of spaces through a minor modification process in the Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zoning districts. Townsend seconded the motion. Hensch stated he thinks this is a great idea as he thinks they really need to decrease the amount of concrete and the creation of stormwater runoff and find ways to green the City and this is a way to do it. Martin stated she is always in favor of less parking, because she likes encouraging less driving but also wants to be on record that she hopes the City is also looking at bettering the bike lanes, and some sort of patrol to make sure that cars are respectful of those bike lanes. She really hopes that this spurs a further conversation about making sure that the City does have the connectivity that they've been talking about for years, whether it's pedestrian or bicycle, a further conversation does need to happen. Overall yes, she wants less parking and less concrete but to not forget the big picture. Townsend respectfully disagreed with Martin, for example on Muscatine there is not a lot of places to park, there is a CVS and a Walgreens but as far as on -street parking, there is none for any small business, and biking is not always an option for more mature individuals. She agrees there is a need for both, yes they need safety for bicycles and safety for walking, but also places for those who do still drive to be able to park and not have to walk a mile to get to those businesses. Signs stated he has been on record before expressing his concerns about the continued parking reduction efforts throughout the community. He is not a bike rider but looking at some projects where things have been put in with parking reductions such as what happened on South Gilbert around Big Grove Brewery has caused issues. Also on Summit Street, he has seen issues around Deluxe Bakery when it's busy, therefore a 50% reduction concerns him. A vote was taken and the motion passed 6-0. Prepared by: Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240 (REZ20-0007) Ordinance No. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow parking reductions through the minor modification process in certain commercial zones (REZ20- 0007 ) Whereas, City Council's 2020-2021 Strategic Plan includes an objective to promote an inclusive and resilient economy throughout the city by encouraging healthy, diverse, and sustainable economic activity, including taking steps to invigorate neighborhood commercial districts and create new small neighborhood commercial nodes; and Whereas, minimum parking standards can prevent neighborhood commercial and the parking reduction allowed in Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) zones for land banking is rarely used: and Whereas, Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zones contain less intense commercial uses and are more likely to be near developed residential neighborhoods; and Whereas, the City's comprehensive plan encourages compact, efficient development, promotes small -lot and infill development, and seeks to improve the environmental and economic health of the community through efficient use of resources; and Whereas, this zoning code text amendment allows parking reductions of up to fifty (50%) in Mixed Use (MU), Commercial Office (CO -1), Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1), Community Commercial (CC -2), Central Business Service (CB -2), and Central Business Support (CB -5) zones through a minor modification process; and Whereas, this zoning code text amendment includes approval criteria and a public process to ensure requests further the Comprehensive Plan and ensure the intent of the ordinance is met; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the zoning code amendment set forth below and recommends approval. Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I. Amendments. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa is hereby amended by inserting the following underlined language, deleting the following stricken language, and renumbering the other existing provisions accordingly: Amend 14 -5A -4F `Alternatives to Minimum Parking" as follows and renumber the other existing provisions accordingly: Ordinance No. Page 2 2. Minor Modification For Parking Atlewed Reductions For Shared On Site Parking: The building official, in consultation with the Director of Neighborhood and Development Services, may approve a minor modification as specified in section 14-413-1 of this title to reduce the total number of parking spaces required by up to fifty percent (50%) if the uses sharing the parking are not normally open, used, or operated during the same hours. To qualify for a reduction under this provision, a parking demand analysis must be submitted that provides evidence that the amount of parking proposed for the shared parking area will be sufficient to meet the parking demand. This reduction is not allowed for residential uses. .. �r.�:rra x:rarrr srr.�:rs�vanrrrr..srr.�sr_srrr. ai�rrv�r.Tnw�rr: in consultation with the Director of Neighborhood and Development Services, may standards: a. b. depending on the complexity of the site, may require an engineered study, as determined by staff: and d. The proposed development must not result in the demolition of a property that is Amend 14 -4B -1A Applicability" for Minor Modifications as follows and renumber the other existing provisions accordingly.- 2. ccordingly:2. The building official, in consultation with the Director of Neighborhood and Development Services, may approve a minor Fed astieamodification of up to fifty percent (50%) of the total number of parking spaces required, if the uses sharing the parking are not normally open, used, or operated during the same hours. However, this reduction is not allowed for residential uses. To qualify for a reduction under this provision, a parking demand analysis must be submitted that provides evidence that the amount of parking proposed for the shared parking area will be sufficient to meet the parking demand. Ordinance No. Page 3 3. The building official, in consultation with the Director of Neighborhood and it meets the standards found in Subsection 3 of 14 -5A -4F "Alternatives to Minimum Parking'. Section II. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. Section III. Severabilitv. 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. Passed and approved this day of 2020. Mayor City Clerk Approved by City Attorney's Office (Sara Greenwood Hektoen —10/29/2020) Ordinance No. Page It was moved by and seconded by _ Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Bergus Mims Salih Taylor Teague Thomas Weiner that the First Consideration 11/02/2020 Vote for passage: AYES: Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner, Bergus, Mims. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration _ Vote for passage: Date published Item Number: 10.c. �r CITY OE IOWA CITY www.iogov.org November 2, 2020 Ordinance rezoning approximately 0.55 acres of property from Central Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB- 10/OHD) for property located at 109, 111, 115, 117, and 121 E. College Street. (REZ20-02) rvir_Ta. ►•r�ArLW1&I Description PZ Staff Report with Attachments PZ Final Minutes Ordinance r � ,:,® CITY OF IOWA CITY ��'M 4 � T4 MEMORANDUM Date: May 14, 2020 To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jade Pederson, Planning Intern Re: Designation 109, 111-113, 115, and 117-123 East College Street as Historic Landmarks (REZ20-02) Background: Tailwind College St. IC, LLC has requested that the properties located at 109, 111-113, 115, and 117-123 East College Street, be designated as Iowa City Historic Landmarks. This request is a part of a larger proposed development project that would create a new apartment building on the southern portion of these lots while also preserving the historic storefronts of these buildings. The City of Iowa City is currently working towards nomination of an area in the downtown to be listed as a historic district in the National Register of Historic Places. These subject properties fall within the proposed historic district area. Construction of 109 East College Street (Dooley Block, west bay) started in 1874 for the Dooley Block, a 4 -bay, 2 -story brick building with Late Victorian Romanesque and Italianate fagade details. Since then, the two middle bays have been demolished and the two remaining bays were spilt into separate structures. This particular structure has been home to stores, billiards, and saloons over the years. It is considered key contributing according to the survey done as a part of the nomination process of the Downtown District for its distinctive architectural character and contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City. At 111-113 East College Street, the Sears, Roebuck, & Co. Building was built in 1929 in the place of the two central bays of the original Dooley Block building. These properties were built as a 3 -bay, 2 -story building in a Commercial Brick Front style. Over the years, changes have occurred on the storefront of the structure, however they are recognized as historically appropriate. The 2017 survey done for the Downtown District considered this structure as key contributing for its architectural character and contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City. 115 East College Street is one of the original bays of the Dooley Block. This eastern bay is much like the western bay of the Dooley Block, with Late Victorian Romanesque and Italiante details. This building has undergone storefront and sign band alterations. Since the late 19th Century this structure has housed numerous shops over the years. For its distinctive architectural character and contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City, this building is considered key contributing according to the Downtown District survey for the potential listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Crescent Block, 117-123 East College Street, was built in 1894 as a 4 -bay, 3 -story building. This building utilizes a Commercial Brick Front style and Chicago -style architecture. This structure has since had alteration of the storefronts of the two eastern bays. In 1930, the original entry bay was remodeled to reflect Art Deco styling in a small storefront. This building is associated with a locally significant individual in the commercial and financial history of downtown, C. F. Lovelace. For its architectural character, contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City, and for its association with a locally significant individual, this structure May 14, 2020 Page 2 is considered key contributing by the 2017 Downtown District survey for the potential listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Historic Preservation Commission Review: The Historic Preservation Commission met on May 14, 2020 and conducted a public hearing at which they reviewed and evaluated the historic significance of properties located at 109, 111-113, 115, and 117-123 East College Street. The Commission determined that all the properties meet the requirements for landmark designation and voted to recommend approval of the local landmark designations. 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 the proposed public improvements and plans for the renewal of the area involved. There are two plans that apply to this proposal: 1) the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan and 2) the Historic Preservation Plan. These properties fall within the jurisdiction of the Downtown and Riverfront Crossing Master Plan. This plan identifies all these structures as key historic buildings, see figure 1. Objective 1: Protect historic character and key historic buildings, of this plan, encourages the designation of historic resources and local landmarks to preserve the distinct character and ambiance of the downtown area. Figure 1. cx siing —11 bin � p6srq Wldnq J �^ lsiwls ..._— Fdsevq Wi�wgs � Sfo.Si�a#wdrwi . .' _ 1y 11�N�hdtlix� � [err6�s-g y�r«k IWliiy �A.,..., V1A-1MNC91101q ST. Hslak'Jpslk[r[r - G4iLEGE 5T. rZT�14 W -C a ac q The Historic Preservation element of the Comprehensive Plan has two goals that relate to this proposal. Goal 1: Identify historic resources significant to Iowa City's past and Goal 10: Adopt strategies that preserve historic neighborhoods. Specifically, Objective 5 of Goal 1 is satisfied by means of the nomination and pursuit of Local Landmark designation. The designation of these buildings as local landmarks would require review by the Historic Preservation Commission for any future alterations to the exterior of the buildings or requests for new development on the property. Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends the approval of REZ20-02, an application to rezone the properties at 109, 111-113, 115, and 117-121 East College Street from Central Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-10/OHD). May 14, 2020 Page 3 Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Zoning Map 3. Memo to the Historic Preservation Commission Approved by: 1 Da i zman, ICP, Development Services Coordinator Department of Neighborhood and Development Services Date: May 7, 2020 Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission City Hall, 410 E Washington Street, Iowa City. IA. 52240 Memorandum To: Historic Preservation Commission From: Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner Re: Dooley Block (west bay), 109 East College Street Sears Roebuck & Co. Building, 111-113 East College Street Dooley Block (east bay), 115 East College Street Crescent Block, 117-123 East College Street Applicant Brandon Smith of Tailwind College St. IC, LLC, has requested that the properties at 109 East College Street, 111-113 East College Street, 115 East College Street, and 117-123 East College Street be designated as Iowa City Historic Landmarks as part of an overall development project. Designation of the property as an Iowa City Historic Landmark will require Commission approval of any significant changes to the exterior of the building and new development proposed on the landmark properties. Landmark status will also make the property eligible for special exceptions that would allow the Board of Adjustment to waive or modify certain zoning requirements as well as State and Federal Tax Credit funding of rehabilitation work. As part of the 2017 update of the 2001 Survey and Evaluation of the Iowa City Central Business District, completed by AKAY consulting and partially funded by a grant from the National Trust, this group of buildings was evaluated for their contribution to a potential Downtown Historic District. The National Register Nomination of this Downtown Historic District is currently in process and includes these buildings as contributing structures within the district boundary. The site inventory forms updated for the study are included as documentation of each building's significance. Each building will be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission for its eligibility for local landmark designation in individual public hearings at the May 14, 2020 Commission meeting. For local landmark designation, the Commission should determine if each property meets criterion a. and b. and at least one of the criteria c., d., e., or f. for local designation listed below: a. Significant to American and/or Iowa City history, architecture, archaeology and culture; b. Possesses integrity of location, design, setting, materials and workmanship; c. Associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history; d. Associated with the lives of persons significant in our past; e. Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction; or represents the work of a master; or possesses high artistic values; or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; f. Has yielded or may likely yield information important in prehistory or history. Dooley Block (west bay). 109 East College Street Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission City Hall, 410 E Washington Street, Iowa City. IA. 52240 The Dooley Block was a 4 -bay, 2 -story brick building built beginning in ca. 1874 with this bay. In 1929, the middle two bays were razed for the construction of the Sears, Roebuck & Co. building. The west bay at 109 College is one of the outer bays of the original building that remains and extends the full depth of the lot. This bay has functioned as an autonomous building since 1929. The building fagade includes a mixture of Late Victorian Romanesque and Italianate details. For instance, the paneled cornice and brackets are elements of an Italianate style and the semi -circular wood arches with their keystone detail are evident of the Romanesque. At the lower level, the transom was remodeled with the addition of prism glass prior to 1940, the sign band was removed or altered and the store front has been more recently updated. Since 1879 the building has housed numerous uses including stores, billiards, and saloons. While this building remains as only a portion of the original 4 -bay Dooley block, it has functioned individually since 1929 and with the exception of the storefront, has been relatively unaltered since 1940. In the 2017 downtown survey update the building was considered a key contributing resource in the potential downtown historic district eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places for its distinctive architectural character and for its contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City. Based on the information provided in the Site Inventory Form, staff finds that the property meets criteria a, b, c and a and therefore qualifies as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Recommended Motion: Move to approve the designation of the Dooley Block (west bay), 109 East College Street, as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, c and e. 2 r■, Q hh _\J i Wr a q! �X �m ICA Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission City Hall, 410 E Washington Street, Iowa City. IA. 52240 Sears, Roebuck, & Co. Building, 111-113 East College Street The Sears, Roebuck, & Company Building was built in 1929, from central two bays of the flanking Dooley Block. This building style is commonly known as the Commercial Brick Front and is a 3 -bay 2 - story building filling the entire lot. The upper level includes a Chicago style window in each bay with a continuous terra cotta sill. Terra cotta detailing is also found in the coping on the stepped parapet, as stylized pilasters between the windows and as decorative accents in the brickwork above. The storefront originally had an entrance in the central bay with display windows above and a prism -glass transom and sign band above. The storefront today has been remodeled with entrances in the outer bays flanking the central display window and detailed in stone with a Classical Revival influence that is considered sympathetic to the original building. This building is considered a well-preserved example of the 20th century Commercial Brick Front and while the storefront has been altered, the changes are considered historically sympathetic. In the 2017 downtown survey update the building was considered a key contributing resource in the potential downtown historic district eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural character and for its contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City. Based on the information provided in the Site Inventory Form, staff finds that the property meets criteria a, b, c and a and therefore qualifies as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Recommended Motion: Move to approve the designation of the Sears, Roebuck, & Company Building, 111-113 East College Street, as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, c and e. 3 111-113 East College Street, Sears, Roebuck, & Co. Building Dooley Block (east bay), 115 East College Street Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission City Hall, 410 E Washington Street, Iowa City. IA. 52240 The Dooley Block was a 4 -bay, 2 -story brick building built beginning in ca. 1874 and concluding with the construction of this bay between 1892 and 1899. In 1929, the middle two bays were razed for the construction of the Sears, Roebuck & Co. building. The east bay at 115 College is one of the outer bays of the original building that remains and extends for much of the depth of the lot. This bay has also functioned as an autonomous building since 1929. Like the west bay, the building fagade includes a mixture of Late Victorian Romanesque and Italianate details. For instance, the paneled cornice and brackets are elements of an Italianate style and the semi -circular wood arches with their keystone detail are evident of the Romanesque. At the lower level, the storefront had been remodeled prior to 2001 to include a series of moldings separating the storefront from the upper story and an entrance to the east side of a modified shop window. Since 2001 the storefront has again been altered, replacing the shop window with four full -glass doors which fold back to open the entire front of the lower level. Since 1895 the building has housed numerous shops. While this building remains as only a portion of the original 4 -bay Dooley block, it has functioned individually since 1929 and with the exception of the storefront and sign band, has been relatively unaltered. In the 2017 downtown survey update the building was considered a key contributing resource in the potential downtown historic district eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places for its distinctive architectural character and for its contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City. Based on the information provided in the Site Inventory Form, staff finds that the property meets criteria a, b, c and a and therefore qualifies as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Recommended Motion: Move to approve the designation of the Dooley Block (east bay), 115 East College Street, as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, c and e. II Tr Crescent Block, 117-123 East College Street Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission City Hall, 410 E Washington Street, Iowa City. IA. 52240 The Crescent Block was built in 1894 as a 4 -bay 3 -story Commercial Brick Front building. Originally three larger bays housed storefronts and the smaller bay at 119 served as the entrance to the upper floors. This entry bay was remodeled in the 1930s with Carrara glass in an Art Deco styling to include a small storefront and the stairs to the upper level. The design includes a curved glass display window and the original wood and glass entrance door and tile floor. The west bay retains the original storefront treatment. The east half of the building was remodeled into a single modern storefront with new brick and an exposed aggregate facing above the individual windows and curved awnings. The first floor projects forward and includes a shallow standing seam roof that separates the storefront -level from the upper levels. At the third floor, the windows are tall, paired double -hung windows centered over each bay. Each pair has a thick stone lintel and two thinner sills. At the second floor, the east -most windows were replaced with large Chicago -style windows and the west include alternating pairs and individual windows of two different sizes. A tall, pressed metal cornice includes a rhythm of large and small brackets. In 1929, the building was occupied by Montgomery Ward who built a farm and home store addition at the back of the lot. This building is considered a moderately well-preserved example of a turn -of -the -century Commercial Brick Front building. The building is also associated with C. F. Lovelace who built the adjacent College Block building as well as other buildings in the downtown and is considered a locally significant individual in the commercial and financial history of downtown. In the 2017 downtown survey update the building was considered a key contributing resource in the potential downtown historic district eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and potentially individually eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic places. Its unusual style reflects the influence of Chicago -style architecture in Iowa City. The building is also significant for its relationship to local fraternal groups that utilized the third floor. Despite significant modification of the two east storefront bays, the retention of the west storefront and the 1930s Art Deco storefront add to the building's significance. Overall, the building is significant for its architectural character, for its contribution to the history of commerce in Iowa City, and locally, for its association with C. F. Lovelace. Based on the information provided in the Site Inventory Form, staff finds that the property meets criteria a, b, c and a and therefore qualifies as an Iowa City Historic Landmark. Recommended Motion: Move to approve the designation of the Crescent Block, 117-123 East College Street, as an Iowa City Historic Landmark based on the following criteria for local designation: criteria a, b, c, d and e. IJ 117-123 East College Street, Crescent Block Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52-0409 New ® Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa HPart of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (December 1, 1999) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncontributing ® Contributes to a potential district withet unknown boundaries National Register Status:(any that apply) LJ Listed ❑ De -listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE 9 -Digit SHPO Review & Compliance Number ❑ Non -Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Dooley Block (west bay) other names/site number 2. Location street & number 109 E. College Street city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (if Rural)Township Name Township No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter (If Urban) Subdivision Original Town Block(s) 82 Lot(s) see full legal 3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section] 5. Classification Catego of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property building(s) If Non -Eligible Property If Eligible Property, enter number of. - F1 district Enter number of: Contributing Noncontributing ❑ site buildings 1 buildings ❑ structure sites sites ❑ object structures structures objects objects Total 1 Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter "N/A" if the property is not part of a multiple property examination). Title Historical Architectural Data Base Number Iowa City Central Business District Study - 2017 UPDATE 52-127 6. Function or Use Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) 02E COMMERCE/TRADE/specialty store 02G COMMERCE/TRADE/restaurant 7. Description Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Materials (Enter categories from instructions) 05B LATE VICTORIAN/Italianate foundation 04 STONE walls 03 BRICK roof other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 8. Statement of Significance Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark "x" representing your opinion of eligibility after applying relevant National Register criteria) ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. County Johnson Address 109 E. College Street Site Number 52-0409 City Iowa City District Number Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. F A commemorative property. B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past C A birthplace or grave. 50 years. ❑ D A cemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) Significant Dates Construction date 02 ARCHITECTURE 1874 ® check if circa or estimated date Other dates 05 COMMERCE 1929 Significant Person Architect/Builder (Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect N/A 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 UTM References (OPTIONAL) Zone Easting Northing Zone Easting Northing 1 2 3 4 ❑ See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments 11. Form Prepared By name/title Alexa McDowell, Historian organization AKAY Consulting date 11/2017 street & number 4252 Oakland Avenue telephone 515-491-5432 city or town Minneapolis state MN zip code 55407 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 plan: showing position of buildings and structures on the site in relation to 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 # Frame/slot # Date Taken 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. ❑ 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 Concur with above survey opinion on National Register eligibility: U Yes H No U More Research Recommended ❑ This is 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 Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e1 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 7. Property Description The Dooley Block (west bay) is a one -bay, 2 -story, 19- by 150 -ft., brick building that was constructed in ca. 1874. The building is a remnant of the original, which filled the full width of Lot 3 and part of Lot 4. From 1929, at which time the middle two bays of the Dooley Block were razed and replaced by the Sears Roebuck & Co. building, the west bay (109) has beeen — both functionally and visually - an autonomous property. The east bay of the Dooley Block (115) also remains, providing a bookend to the Sears building. As noted in the 2001 survey, this building is located along the 1977 downtown pedestrian mall that extends for several blocks along E. College Street and S. Dubuque Street. As originally platted, College Street had a 100 -ft. width with four 80 -ft. wide lots laid out perpendicular to the street. Twenty -foot wide, east -west alleys bisected the blocks and were presumed to extend along the rear of the buildings. College Street extended from the "Promenade" along the Iowa River east through the downtown, over Ralston Creek, and eventually along the south side of College Green park before it reached the city limits. Today, the "ped mall" is an intimate gathering place, its character resting on the historic buildings that line much of the street, brick landscaping, vegetative canopy, and vibrant retail base. The stylistic character of the Dooley Block reflects the Late Victorian era during which it was constructed. As noted by Svendsen in 2001, the building fagade presents a mixture of the Late Victorian Romanesque and Italianate styles. The paneled wood cornice has returning ends and four large brackets with small dentil-like brackets in between. The upper facade is clad in red brick with elaborate carved wood semi -circular or Romanesque arches over the single and paired 1/1 double -hung windows. Svendsen noted that the storefront had been remodeled "in recent years" with a side entrance and three fixed glass windows for a modified shop window. A series of moldings separates the storefront from the upper story. The 2001 survey also noted that the storefront has a prism -glass transom spanning the full width of the storefront with "new plate glass windows extending to grade." The transom treatment, though not original, predates 1940. No significant alterations of the fagade have been undertaken since the completion of the 2001 survey. The storefront is currently occupied by El Patron, a restaurant/bar. The upper elevation of the Dooley Block (west bay) remains unaltered from 2001, with character -defining features retained including the red brick cladding, ornate Italianate cornice, Roman arched window heads, prism glass transom, and storefront cornice details. As a result, the building retains a generally good level of historic integrity specific to 1929, which marks the year the building was disjoined from the larger Dooley Block and became an autonomous resource. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e2 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 01. View of the fagade, looking south across E. College Street (the Ped Mall) (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e3 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 02. View of the facade, looking SW across E. College Street (the Ped Mall) (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e4 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 8. Statement of Significance As noted, the Dooley Block is a one -bay remnant of the original block building, which filled the full width of Lot 3 and part of Lot 4. The block building was constructed in phases, the westernmost bay (109) dates to ca. 1874, the bay at 111 was in use by 1879, and the east two bays (113 and 115) were constructed in ca.1895. From 1929, when the middle two bays of the Dooley Block were razed and replaced by the Sears Roebuck & Co. building, the remaining west bay has been — both functionally and visually - an autonomous property. The east bay of the Dooley Block (115) also remains, providing a bookend to the Sears building. The building is a moderately well-preserved example of a Late Victorian Italianate style commercial building. Because the building has been disjoined from the original block building for well more than 50 -years, the resource is significant in its post -1929 form as a single, autonomous building. Given this, the Dooley Block is eligible for the National Register under Criterion C. The building is also significant under Criterion A, contributing as it does to our understanding of the history of commerce in Iowa City. As a result, this building is eligible for the National Register as a contributing resource in a potential historic district. It should be noted that additional evaluation of interior integrity may support a case for individual eligibility as an increasingly rare representation of an early commercial building in the Iowa City downtown. Historical Backgroun As noted by Svendsen, Frank Dooley acquired all of Lot 3 in Block 82 in 1867. It is likely that Dooley constructed the westernmost bay of the building in ca. 1874 since the fire insurance map for that year lists the building as vacant. As late as 1918, city directories refer to the building as the "Dooley Block" confirming Dooley's long-standing connection to the building. Property Transfer Records do not show the property changing hands again until 1928 when a referee deed saw the lot sold to W.H. Wagner. The parcel was then divided and this building was transferred to Mary Connell and F.E. Hunzinger a short time later. The property continued to be held by Hunzinger until the 1960s. Figure 01. Fire Insurance Map — 1874 C 0 L 1, 3' E+ 1i - - -W11-1 i—i :N - it'=fir••-"- w r Fra ZI.n1L- J�� m 13 STEL I N G 11, 4) 1 (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1883) J 13 STEL I N G 11, 4) 1 (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1883) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-0409 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e5 Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Figure 02. Fire Insurance Map — 1879 F //L COLLEGE. 191 i q—Xl ,14 —=7 r/ •a.rwr BURL—INGTON (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1883) Figure 03. Fire Insurance Map — 1883 (A COLLEGE � x °h• a ik r Z 0 �D Z s v ICEp j �nra�e,�aaccee.r _ � ■i 4 N r BURLINGTON (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1883) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e6 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Figure 04. Fire Insurance MaiD — 1899 1� rxt ejr dP tt rl� I�i + Ii�� � � I t 4' S.t �f t+...• ' � v� Y •� F ...z •�•ci + a , 117 a l { �'{resat... ti ,.� k.F:•±. •:+ti •_ y., n�— �• r +yJCla T.(SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1899) Figure 05. Fire Insurance Map — 1933 _ '� 3 r Sa,-o . 7'0 0 • as Kiri r �- s•- �� •�w i t s , jA' I� Z s C' o B2 c' 7777I111���� I --'-AF � E. BURLINGTON , tar (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1933) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e7 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Fire insurance maps show the building with a variety of uses through the years: hardware store (1879, 1883, 1888, and 1892); saloon (1899, 1906); pool hall (1912, 1920); store (1926, 1933, and 1970). City directories confirm the presence of the Hazard & Pratt Hardware Store at this location in 1878-79 and the Opera House Exchange, a saloon run by T.J. Kenny, here in 1904. By 1911, Thomas H. Kelley had a saloon here. When prohibition arrived, the business changed to a pool hall or billiards parlor with Henry Musack the proprietor from before World War I through the late 1920s. City directories show the building housed a series of grocers during the 1930s including the Piggly Wiggly Grocers in 1930 and the Self -Serve Grocery from the mid -1930s through World War II. Herbert Holmes and George Rebel also operated meat shops during this time period. After World War II, The Men's Shop clothing store was located here and continued operations until the mid-1960s (Svendsen, 2001). Image 03. Historic Image — North side of E. College Street, looking SW - ca. 1925 (Image courtesy of State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa City.) In this view of E. College Street, we see the Dooley Block prior to the demolition of its center bays. Though difficult to read in this view, the building name is set on -center just above the upper story windows. The upper fagade at 109 remains much as seen in this view as does that at 115 (see "Dooley Block," 52-01088.) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e8 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 04. Historic Image — North side of E. College Street, looking SW - 1929 (Image courtesy of State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa City.) In this view of E. College Street, we see the east (115) and west (109) bays of the Dooley Block flanking the 1929 infill of the Sears, Roebuck and Co. building. Note that, by this date, the prism glass storefront transom was part of the fagade at 109 (right). Also, Piggly Wiggly occupied the building. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e9 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 9. Major Bibliographic References (2001) Iowa City city directories. Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. Sanborn maps, 1874, 1879, 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933, and 1933 updated to 1970. 2017: References Iowa City Public Library. Digital Photograph collection. http://history.icpl.org. Iowa City Then & Now. Publisher unknown. Mansheim, Gerald. Iowa City: an illustrated history. Norfolk, VA: The Donning Company, 1989. State Historical Society of Iowa. Iowa City. Photograph Collection. Slonneger, Marybeth. Finials: A View of Downtown Iowa City. Iowa City: Hand Press, 2015. Svendsen, Marlys A. "Survey and Evaluation of the Central Business District." Prepared for the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission, 2001. Svendsen, Marlys A. "Dooley's Block" 52-04093." Iowa Site Form, 2001. Timeline: 109 E. College Street 1874 Fire insurance map shows a building with a similar footprint on this site (address then being 13); the occupant is noted as "vacant." Lot to the east is vacant, though a staircase is located on the east elevation. 1879 Fire insurance map shows a 2 -section addition to the rear of the building (now addressed at 39), so that the building stretches south to the alley. The occupant is noted as "Hardware" with a warehouse in the rear sections. The adjoining bay (then numbered 40) is in place —the bay embracing the former exterior staircase. The length of the new bay matches the original of the first bay. The sites of the east bays (113 and 115) of the Dooley Block are occupied by small scale buildings. 1883 Fire Insurance Map: No change to 109 (then 110); the space remains occupied by a hardware store with warehouse at rear. A small addition has been made to the rear of 111 (then 112); the building is occupied by a dealer of agricultural implements. The sites of the east bays (113 and 115) of the Dooley Block are occupied by small scale buildings. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Paae 10 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 1888 Fire Insurance Map: The west bay (now numbered 109) remains occupied by a hardware store with warehouse at rear. 1892 Fire Insurance Map: The west bay remains occupied by a hardware store with warehouse at rear. 1899 Fire Insurance Map: The 4 -bay Dooley Block is in place. 1901 City Directory: "Dooley's Block" at 113-115 E. College Street 1915 City Directory: "Dooley's Block" at 109-115 E. College Street 1925 Historic image documents the original, four -bay configuration of the Dooley Block. 1929 Historic image documents the Sears, Roebuck and Co. building with the Dooley Block bays at 109 and 115 retained. 1933 Fire insurance map confirms the bay at 109 as an autonomous structure due to the removal of the middle two bays. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e11 Site Number 52-0409 Related District Number Dooley Block (west bay) Johnson Name of Property County 109 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 11. Additional Documentation Full Legal Description: Original Town Plat, Block 82, West 19.3' of Lot 3. Assessor: PIN 1010380009 Lat/Long: 41.658860/-91.534107 Parcel Map - 2017 M� (SOURCE: http://iowacity.iowaassessors.com/parcel) Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52-04091 ❑ New ® Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (December 1, 1999) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncontributing ® Contributes to a potential district withet unknown boundaries National Register Status:(any that apply) LJ Listed ❑ De -listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE 9 -Digit SHPO Review & Compliance Number ❑ Non -Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building other names/site number The Field House 2. Location street & number 111-113 East College Street city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (if Rural)Township Name Township No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter (If Urban) Subdivision Original Town Block(s) 82 Lot(s) see full legal 3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section] 5. Classification Catego of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property building(s) If Non -Eligible Property If Eligible Property, enter number of. - F1 district Enter number of: Contributing Noncontributing ❑ site buildings 1 buildings ❑ structure sites sites ❑ object structures structures objects objects Total 1 Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter "N/A" if the property is not part of a multiple property examination). Title Historical Architectural Data Base Number Iowa City Central Business District Study - 2017 UPDATE 52-127 6. Function or Use Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) 02F COMMERCE/TRADE/department store 70 VACANT/NOT IN USE 7. Description Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Materials (Enter categories from instructions) 09F05 COMMERCIAL/Brick Front foundation 04 STONE walls 03 BRICK roof other 07 TERRA COTTA Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 8. Statement of Significance Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark "x" representing your opinion of eligibility after applying relevant National Register criteria) ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. County Johnson Address 111-113 East College Street Site Number 52-04091 City Iowa City District Number Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past C A birthplace or grave. 50 years. ❑ D A cemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) 01 ARCHITECTURE 05 COMMERCE Significant Dates Construction date 1929 ❑ check if circa or estimated date Other dates Significant Person Architect/Builder (Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect N/A 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 UTM References (OPTIONAL) Zone Easting Northing Zone Easting Northing 1 2 3 4 ❑ See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments 11. Form Prepared By name/title Alexa McDowell, Historian organization AKAY Consulting date 11/2017 street & number 4252 Oakland Avenue telephone 515-491-5432 city or town Minneapolis state MN zip code 55407 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 plan: showing position of buildings and structures on the site in relation to 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 # Frame/slot # Date Taken 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. ❑ 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 Concur with above survey opinion on National Register eligibility: ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended ❑ This is 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 52-04091 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e1 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City 7. Property Description The Sears, Roebuck & Co. building is situated on a portion of Lot 3 in Block 82. Located on the south side of E. College Street, the building's fagade faces north. As noted in the 2001 evaluation, the building is located along the 1977 downtown pedestrian mall that extends for several blocks along E. College Street and S. Dubuque Street. As originally platted, College Street had a 100 -ft. width with four 80 -ft. wide lots laid out perpendicular to the street. Twenty -foot wide east -west alleys bisected the blocks and were presumed to extend along the rear of the buildings. College Street extended from the "Promenade" along the Iowa River east through the downtown, over Ralston Creek, and eventually along the south side of College Green park before it reached the city limits. Today, the "ped mall" is an intimate gathering place, its character resting on the historic buildings that line much of the street, brick landscaping, vegetative canopy, and vibrant retail base. The building footprint fully occupies the site which, according to the Iowa City assessor, measures 38- by 150 -feet. Built in 1929, the building is a two-story, brick construction in the 20d' century form commonly described as a Commercial Brick Front. The building fagade is clad in pressed brick laid in a Flemish bond with a taupe colored mortar. Typical of commercial properties, the fagade is arranged in a storefront with the transition to the upper fagade marked by a storefront cornice (Image 01). The upper story is organized into three bays, each bay dominated by a Chicago -style window. Each window configuration (one large, fixed pane window flanked by narrower, double -hung windows) features a header of soldier bricks and a running sill of glazed terra cotta. Terra cotta is also used in the coping of the stepped parapet, stylized pilasters that frame the bays, and has relief tiles that provide decorative accents to the brickwork. The brickwork itself is visually interesting and well executed — a large area laid in a basketweave pattern is found over each of the 2nd floor windows (Image 02). Terra cotta tiles are also used in the outer piers of the storefront. Like the upper level, the storefront is divided into three bays. Whereas the original storefront had a center entrance with plate -glass display windows to either side and a multi -part transom with prism glass spanning the front, the storefront today has a central, multi -light display window flanked by recessed openings, each with solid metal double -doors with a single sidelight and transoms above. Although the historic outer storefront piers of brick with terra cotta details are retained, the remainder of the storefront structure is clad in cast stone panels. Constructed to house Sears Roebuck & Co., a national franchise department store, the storefront originally had signage installed in the space immediately beneath the second floor windows as well as a vertical neon blade sign that extended from the beltcourse to parapet level (Image 03). In 2017, the exterior of the Sears, Roebuck & Co. building retains a very good level of historic integrity, despite the alteration of the storefront. This is due in large part to the retention of the historic upper story fagade, which provides the basis of the building's visual character: Chicago -style windows, decorative brickwork, stepped parapet, and terracotta details (some deterioration noted) are all character -defining features which are retained. Further, the existing storefront (the construction date of which is undetermined) incorporates Classical Revival influenced details which are sympathetic to the historic character. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04091 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e2 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City Image 01. View of the facade (north elevation), looking SE (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Image 02. Detail view of upper facade details (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e3 Site Number 52-04091 Related District Number Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City 8. Statement of Significance As a well-preserved example of a 20"' century Commercial Brick Front building form frequently adopted by national franchise stores prior to World War II, the Sears, Roebuck & Co. building is significant under Criterion C. Though the storefront has sustained significant alterations, those alterations are historically sympathetic. Further, the upper elevation, with its historic character -defining features intact, is well preserved. The building is also significant under Criterion A, contributing as it does to our understanding of the history of commerce in Iowa City, specifically in association with its original occupant, the Sears & Roebuck Co. As a result, this building is eligible for the National Register as a contributing resource in a potential historic district. Historical Backgroun Prior to its construction, the site upon which the Sears Roebuck & Co. building is situated was occupied by the middle two bays of the Dooley Block (ca. 1879 and ca. 1895). Property transfer records show that Frank Dooley acquired all of Lot 3 in Block 82 in 1867 (Svendsen, "Dooley Block," 2001). In ca. 1874 Dooley constructed the westernmost bay (109) of the Dooley Block, with a second bay completed by 1879. In ca. 1895 the remaining bays (now 113 and 115) were added on the east, resulting in a 2 -story, 4 -bay commercial block building in the Late Victorian Italianate style. The east bay (115) and west bay (109) remain today. Figure 01. Fire Insurance Map — 1899 - �° .•.. � I io�rw�unrar� Co. s• 'I . I m•n (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Maps, 1899.) The Dooley Block was constructed in phases. The completed block building (highlighted) first appears on fire insurance maps in 1899. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04091 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e4 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City Image 03. Historic Image — North side of E. College Street, looking SW - ca. 1925 (Image courtesy of State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa City.) In this view of E. College Street, we see the Dooley Block prior to the demolition of its middle bays and subsequent construction of the Sears Roebuck building at their place. Though difficult to read in this view, the building name is set on - center just above the upper story windows (indicated). The upper fagades at 115 and 109 remain much as seen in this view (see Dooley Block site forms: 52-01088 and 52-04093). Figure 02. Fire Insurance Map — 1926 COLLEGE O.wr, f Z J f E. %,BURLINGTON (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Maps, 1926.) The footprint of the Dooley Block remains relatively unchanged in the years just prior the construction of Sears Roebuck. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e5 Site Number 52-04091 Related District Number Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City Property transfer records show the property changed hands in 1928 when a referee deed records a sale to W.H. Wagner. The parcel was then divided, with the Sears Roebuck & Co. building constructed on the west portion of the Lot 3 (111-113) and the east bay of the Dooley Block (115) transferred to the Koser Brothers. Lee and George Koser were realtors with Koser Brothers Real Estate (Svendsen, 2001). The west section of the Dooley Block (109, which is located in Block 4), was likewise sold. Sooner thereafter, the two center bays of the Dooley Block were razed and, in 1929, the present building was constructed to house the Sears, Roebuck & Co. department store. At the time Sears Roebuck appeared on E. College Street in Iowa City, the downtown was rich with department stores; the 100 block of E. College Street alone had (in addition to Sears Roebuck), Montgomery Ward & Co. (121-123) and White's Consolidated Stores (114-116). Yetter's was located one block to the north (115-117 E. Washington) and the Strub Co. was situated around the corner (118-122 S. Clinton Street). Figure 03. Fire Insurance Map — 1933 46 0 s s s;s I s s S SAS S � b 8� _ Srw • _ �� � .wAv. �.. _ E- BURLINGTON (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Maps, 1933.) The 1933 fire insurance map documents the Sears Roebuck building (highlighted), noting it as a two-story, double -wide building, which stretched from E. College on the north to the alley at mid -block on the south. The map also notes that the building structure utilized iron columns. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04091 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e6 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City Image 03. Historic Image: View looking SE along S. Clinton Street —1929 (Image courtesy of State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa City.) The remnants of the Dooley Block (115) remain at left and (109) at right, with the 20th century Sears Roebuck building complete with Chicago -style windows, providing an interesting visual foil to the Late Victorian architecture that remains intact on the bays of the original block. Figure 04. Advertisement — 1943 Sears, Roebuck and Co. 111-18 E. COLLEGE Retail Phone 4163 Mail Order Phone 9752 Quality, Service and Value 19wa City's Largest Department Store Invites ]Cour Patronage Complete $locks of Finest Merchandise to Please Everyone Ready -to -Wear Domestics Furniture Millinery Lingerie Radios Shoes Hosiery Hardware Men's Department Gloves Refrigerators Washing Machines Linens Stoves Silks Sporting Goods Auto Accessories (SOURCE: City Directory, 1943) Sears Roebuck remained in the building until the 1960s, at which time it relocated to Sycamore Mall in southeast Iowa City. The building was vacant for several years before the Goodwill Budget Store located here in the early 1970s. By 1978 through 2001, it housed The Field House, a restaurant and disco. (Svendsen, 2001). At the time of the present evaluation (October 2017) the building is vacant. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04091 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e7 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City 9. Major Bibliographic References (2001) Iowa City city directories. Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. Sanborn maps, 1874, 1879, 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933, and 1933 updated to 1970. 2017: References Iowa City Public Library. Digital Photograph collection. http://history.icpl.org. Iowa City Then & Now. Publisher unknown. Mansheim, Gerald. Iowa City: an illustrated history. Norfolk, VA: The Donning Company, 1989. McDowell, Alexa. "Dooley Block (109): 52-04093." Iowa Site Form, 2017. McDowell, Alexa. "Dooley Block (115): 52-01088." Iowa Site Form, 2017. State Historical Society of Iowa. Iowa City. Photograph Collection. Slonneger, Marybeth. Finials: A View of Downtown Iowa City. Iowa City: Hand Press, 2015. Svendsen, Marlys A. "Survey and Evaluation of the Central Business District." Prepared for the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission, 2001. Svendsen, Marlys A. "Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building: 52-04091." Iowa Site Form, 2001. McDowell, Alexa. "Dooley Block (109): 52-04093." Iowa Site Form, 2017. Timeline: Sears Roebuck & Co. 1926 City Directory (reverse listings) 111 Edward J. Watkins 111-1 /2 Edward L. Murphy 113 No occupant noted 1928 City Directory (reverse listings) 111 Edward J. Watkins 111-1 /2 Radio Doctors 113 Randalls Hardware 1930 City Directory Sears Roebuck & Co. 111-113 E. College Street Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04091 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e8 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Building Johnson Name of Property County 111-113 East College Street Iowa City Address City 11. Additional Documentation Full Legal Description: Original Town Plat, Block 82, East 38.75' of West 58.05' of Lot 3. Assessor: PIN 1010380008 Lat/Long: 41.658660/-91.534022 Parcel Map - 2017 i1 14 I �� , �R��,.� 50' So 6S 1W' � �� N�' •' moon I sI (SOURCE: http://iowacity.iowaassessors.com/parcel.php?gid=344414) Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52-01088 ❑ New ® Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (December 1, 1999) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncontributing ® Contributes to a potential district withet unknown boundaries National Register Status:(any that apply) LJ Listed ❑ De -listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE 9 -Digit SHPO Review & Compliance Number ❑ Non -Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Dooley Block (east bay) other names/site number Gringo's Mexican Bar & Grill 2. Location street & number 115 E. College Street city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (if Rural)Township Name Township No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter (If Urban) Subdivision Original Town Block(s) 82 Lot(s) E 22' of 3 3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section] 5. Classification Catego of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property building(s) If Non -Eligible Property If Eligible Property, enter number of. - F1 district Enter number of: Contributing Noncontributing ❑ site buildings 1 buildings ❑ structure sites sites ❑ object structures structures objects objects Total 1 Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter "N/A" if the property is not part of a multiple property examination). Title Historical Architectural Data Base Number Iowa City Central Business District Study - 2017 UPDATE 52-127 6. Function or Use Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) 02E COMMERCE/TRADE/specialty store 02G COMMERCE/TRADE/restaurant 7. Description Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Materials (Enter categories from instructions) 05B LATE VICTORIAN/Italianate foundation 04 STONE walls 03 BRICK roof other Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 8. Statement of Significance Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark "x" representing your opinion of eligibility after applying relevant National Register criteria) ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. County Johnson Address 115 E. College Street Site Number 52-01088 City Iowa City District Number Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past C A birthplace or grave. 50 years. ❑ D A cemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) 02 ARCHITECTURE 05 COMMERCE Significant Dates Construction date 1895 ® check if circa or estimated date Other dates 1929 Significant Person Architect/Builder (Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Architect 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 UTM References (OPTIONAL) Zone Easting Northing Zone Easting Northing 1 2 3 4 ❑ See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments 11. Form Prepared By name/title Alexa McDowell, Historian organization AKAY Consulting date 10/2017 street & number 4252 Oakland Avenue telephone 515-491-5432 city or town Minneapolis state MN zip code 55407 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 plan: showing position of buildings and structures on the site in relation to 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 # Frame/slot # Date Taken 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. ❑ 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 Concur with above survey opinion on National Register eligibility: ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended ❑ This is 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 52-01088 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e1 Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 7. Property Description The Dooley Block (east bay) is a one -bay, 2 -story, 22- by 150 -ft., brick building that was constructed sometime between 1892 and 1899. The building is a remnant of the original, which filled the full width of Lot 3 and part of Lot 4. From 1929, at which time the middle two bays of the Dooley Block were razed and replaced by the Sears Roebuck & Co. building, the east bay (115) has beeen — both functionally and visually - an autonomous property. The west bay of the Dooley Block (109) also remains, providing a bookend to the Sears building. As noted in the 2001 survey, this building is located along the 1977 downtown pedestrian mall that extends for several blocks along E. College Street and S. Dubuque Street. As originally platted, College Street had a 100 -ft. width with four 80 -ft. wide lots laid out perpendicular to the street. Twenty -foot wide, east -west alleys bisected the blocks and were presumed to extend along the rear of the buildings. College Street extended from the "Promenade" along the Iowa River east through the downtown, over Ralston Creek, and eventually along the south side of College Green park before it reached the city limits. Today, the "ped mall" is an intimate gathering place, its character resting on the historic buildings that line much of the street, brick landscaping, vegetative canopy, and vibrant retail base. The stylistic character of the Dooley Block reflects the Late Victorian era during which it was constructed. As noted by Svendsen in 2001, the building fagade presents a mixture of the Late Victorian Romanesque and Italianate styles. The paneled wood cornice has returning ends and four large brackets with small dentil-like brackets in between. The upper is clad in red brick with elaborate carved wood semi -circular or Romanesque arches over the single and paired 1/1 double -hung windows. Svendsen noted that the storefront had been remodeled "in recent years" with a side entrance and three fixed glass windows for a modified shop window. A series of moldings separates the storefront from the upper story. The storefront has a plastered cladding with the door recessed beneath a fixed curved awning. At an undetermined time since the 2001 survey, the storefront of the Dooley Block has been altered. The main entrance still remains on the left of the building, the fixed -glass windows have been replaced with four doors that fold back to open the entire front of the store. There is also a side entrance on the right side of the storefront labled as "13.5 College Ave." that leads to the second story. The first story is currently occupied by Graze: Food Guru Dining, and the occupant of the second story is unknown. The upper elevation of the Dooley Block remains unaltered from 2001, with character -defining features retained including the red brick cladding, ornate Italianate cornice, Roman arched window heads, and storefront cornice details. As a result, the building retains a generally good level of historic integrity specific to 1929, which marks the year the building was disjoined from the larger Dooley Block and became an autonomous resource. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-01088 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e2 Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 01. View of the facade, looking south across E. College Street (the Ped Mall) (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-01088 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e3 Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 02. View of the facade, looking SW across E. College Street (the Ped Mall) (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-01088 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e4 Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 8. Statement of Significance As noted, the Dooley Block is a one -bay remnant of the original block building, which filled the full width of Lot 3 and part of Lot 4. The block building was constructed in phases, the west two bays likely pre -date 1874 with the east two bays constructed in ca. 1895. From 1929, when the middle two bays of the Dooley Block were razed and replaced by the Sears Roebuck & Co. building, the remaining east bay has been — both functionally and visually - an autonomous property. The west bay of the Dooley Block (109) also remains, providing a bookend to the Sears building. The building is a moderately well-preserved example of a Late Victorian Italianate style commercial building. Because the building has been disjoined from the original block building for well more than 50 -years, the resource is significant in its post -1929 form as a single, autonomous building. Given this, the Dooley Block is significant under Criterion C. The building is also significant under Criterion A, contributing as it does to our understanding of the history of commerce in Iowa City. As a result, this building is eligible for the National Register as a contributing resource in a potential historic district. It should be noted that additional evaluation of interior integrity may support a case for individual eligibility as an increasingly rare representation of an early commercial building in the Iowa City downtown. Historical Backeround Prior to its construction, the site upon which this bay of the Dooley Block is situated was occupied by a small, one-story "marble shop" with a shed at the rear. Property transfer records show that Frank Dooley acquired all of Lot 3 in Block 82 in 1867 (Svendsen, 2001). Dooley proceeded to construct the west two -bays of the block building (109 and 111), which the 1883 fire insurance map records along with a small, 1 -story "marble shop" with a shed at the rear in on the site of what would become the block's easternmost bay (115). The same footprint appears on subsequent fire insurance maps through 1892; the map in 1899 marks the first time a 2 -story building appears on the site. At that time, a grocer is noted as the occupant. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e5 Site Number 52-01088 Related District Number Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Figure 01. Fire Insurance Map — 1883 LEGE N�ry . if �� I� � ~� � ! a i e ! �+ pe - C- 7 Ac�cr' C S LED 1 I �T�•s�aoGreiY - ; ■I i N e � IY BURLINGTON (D � (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1883) The 1883 fire insurance map notes the presence of the west 2 -bays of the Dooley Block (now 109 and 111) with 113 and 115 still occupied by small-scale buildings. The location of 115 is highlighted in blue with the remaining bays of what would, by ca. 1895 form the entire Dooley Block, highlighted in light blue. Figure 02. Fire Insurance Map — 1892 9 _ .S rr _ .. P_ -VOL -LEGE s,� Y J za- JT• •I� ) i .� F-OuFtLINGTO K ' S (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1892) In 1892 the site upon which the easternmost bay of the Dooley Block (dark blue) was later constructed was occupied by a 1 - story building that was set back from the street. The lighter shading shows the location of the full extent of the site that would, by ca. 1895 be fully occupied by the Dooley Block. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e6 Site Number 52-01088 Related District Number Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Figure 03. Fire Insurance Man — 1899 t -4 n dV W 7 al3 R i1. s i LyH f._ _y t { �s k ' y 1 � r (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1899) By 1899, the remaining bays of the Dooley Block had been completed. The east bay (115) is highlighted in blue with the remaining bays also indicated. Image 03. Historic Image — North side of E. College Street, looking SW - ca. 1925 (Image courtesy of State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa City.) In this view of E. College Street, we see the Dooley Block prior to the demolition of its center bays. Though difficult to read in this view, the building name is set on -center just above the upper story windows. The upper fagade at 115 remains much as seen in this view as does that at 109 (see "Dooley Block," 52-04093.) 11� a1� lcaac,'r�r'x {h�. ---max`__ x � }i i NI L N dV W 7 al3 R i1. s i LyH f._ _y t { �s k ' y 1 � r (SOURCE: Sanborn Company Fire Insurance Map, 1899) By 1899, the remaining bays of the Dooley Block had been completed. The east bay (115) is highlighted in blue with the remaining bays also indicated. Image 03. Historic Image — North side of E. College Street, looking SW - ca. 1925 (Image courtesy of State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa City.) In this view of E. College Street, we see the Dooley Block prior to the demolition of its center bays. Though difficult to read in this view, the building name is set on -center just above the upper story windows. The upper fagade at 115 remains much as seen in this view as does that at 109 (see "Dooley Block," 52-04093.) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-01088 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e7 Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 04. Historic Image North side of E. College Street, looking SW - 1929 (Image courtesy of State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa City.) In this view of E. College Street, we see the east (115) and west (109) bays of the Dooley Block flanking the 1929 infill of the Sears, Roebuck and Co. building. Property transfer records do not show the property changing hands again until 1928 when a referee deed saw the lot sold to W.H. Wagner. The parcel was then divided, with the Sears Roebuck & Co. building constructed on the west portion of the lot (111-113) and this building (115) transferred to the Koser Brothers. Lee and George Koser were realtors with Koser Brothers Real Estate (Svendsen, 2001). City directories indicate that the Barth Brothers, grocers occupied the building in 1901. By 1911, Samuel Kelberg operated a shoemaking business from this address. He and his wife Dora lived on the second floor. In 1918 the business space was vacant and by 1926 Dr. John Mullen had offices here. City directories show the storefront changed frequently beginning in the 1930s: Smith & Hiatt Hardware Store (1930); Oakland Bakery (1934, 1940); Western Auto (1946-1962); Thrift Plan of Iowa City (1967); and Sherwin-Williams Co. Paints (1972). By the late 1970s, Gringo's Mexican Restaurant located here (Svendsen, 2001). At the time of the present evaluation the building was occupied by Graze, a restaurant (2017). Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet m Site Number 52-01088 Related District Number Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 9. Major Bibliographic References (2001) Iowa City city directories. Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. Sanborn maps, 1874, 1879, 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933, and 1933 updated to 1970. 2017: References Iowa City Public Library. Digital Photograph collection. http://history.icpl.org. Iowa City Then & Now. Publisher unknown. Mansheim, Gerald. Iowa City: an illustrated history. Norfolk, VA: The Donning Company, 1989. State Historical Society of Iowa. Iowa City. Photograph Collection. Slonneger, Marybeth. Finials: A View of Downtown Iowa City. Iowa City: Hand Press, 2015. Svendsen, Marlys A. "Survey and Evaluation of the Central Business District." Prepared for the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission, 2001. Svendsen, Marlys A. "115 E. College Street," 52-01088." Iowa Site Form, 2001. Timeline: 115 E. College Street 1883 Fire insurance map shows small, 1 -story with deep setback and rear shed occupied by a "marble shop" and the west two bays of the Dooley Block (2 -story, interconnected structures with an interior staircase). 1888 Fire insurance map shows small, 1 -story with deep setback and rear shed occupied by a "marble shop" 1892 Fire insurance map shows small, 1 -story with deep setback and 2 rear sheds, occupied by a "marble shop" 1899 Fire insurance map shows a 2 -story, contiguous building sited flush with the neighboring buildings (4 -bay Dooley Block intact) and extending to the south approximately 50 -ft. Occupant: Grocer 1901 City Directory: "Dooley's Block" at 113-115 E. College Street Barth Brothers, grocers 1915 City Directory: "Dooley's Block" at 109-115 E. College Street Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-01088 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e9 Dooley Block (east bay) Johnson Name of Property County 115 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 1920 Fire insurance maps notes no changes to the footprint, but the addition of an interior staircase at the front of the building, along the west wall. Occupant: millinery. 1925 Historic image documents the original, four -bay configuration of the Dooley Block. 1926 Fire insurance maps notes no changes to the footprint, and the interior staircase is retained at the front of the building, along the west wall. A 1 -story, freestanding auto garage is situated south of the building. Occupant: not specified. 11. Additional Documentation Full Legal Description: Original Town Plat, Block 82, Lot 3 east 22 -ft. Assessor: PIN 1010380007 Lat/Long: 41.658883/-91.533901 Parcel Map - 2017 (SOURCE: http://iowacity.iowaassessors.com/parcel.php?gid=344413) Site Inventory Form State Inventory No. 52-04090 ® New ❑ Supplemental State Historical Society of Iowa ❑ Part of a district with known boundaries (enter inventory no.) (December 1, 1999) Relationship: ❑ Contributing ❑ Noncontributing ® Contributes to a potential district withet unknown boundaries National Register Status:(any that apply) LJ Listed ❑ De -listed ❑ NHL ❑ DOE 9 -Digit SHPO Review & Compliance Number ❑ Non -Extant (enter year) 1. Name of Property historic name Crescent Block other names/site number Lovelace -Moon Block 2. Location street & number 117-123 E. College Street city or town Iowa City ❑ vicinity, county Johnson Legal Description: (if Rural)Township Name Township No. Range No. Section Quarter of Quarter (If Urban) Subdivision Original Town Block(s) 82 Lot(s) Lot 2 3. State/Federal Agency Certification [Skip this Section] 4. National Park Service Certification [Skip this Section] 5. Classification Catego of Property (Check only one box) Number of Resources within Property building(s) If Non -Eligible Property If Eligible Property, enter number of. - F1 district Enter number of: Contributing Noncontributing ❑ site buildings 1 buildings ❑ structure sites sites ❑ object structures structures objects objects Total 1 Total Name of related project report or multiple property study (Enter "N/A" if the property is not part of a multiple property examination). Title Historical Architectural Data Base Number Iowa City Central Business District Study - 2017 UPDATE 52-127 6. Function or Use Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) 02E COMMERCE/TRADE/specialty store 02G COMMERCE/TRADE/restaurant 02B COMMERCE/TRADE/professional offices 02E COMMERCE/TRADE/specialty store 03A04 SOCIAL/fraternal hall 7. Description Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Materials (Enter categories from instructions) 09F05 COMMERCIAL/Brick Front foundation 02B COMMERCE/TRADE/professional offices walls 03 BRICK roof other 07 TERRA COTTA Narrative Description (® SEE CONTINUATION SHEETS, WHICH MUST BE COMPLETED) 8. Statement of Significance Applicable National Register Criteria (Mark "x" representing your opinion of eligibility after applying relevant National Register criteria) ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended A Property is associated with significant events. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended B Property is associated with the lives of significant persons. ® Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended C Property has distinctive architectural characteristics. ❑ Yes ® No ❑ More Research Recommended D Property yields significant information in archaeology or history. County Johnson Address 117-123 E. College Street Site Number 52-04090 City Iowa City District Number Criteria Considerations ❑ A Owned by a religious institution or used ❑ E A reconstructed building, object, or structure. for religious purposes. ❑ F A commemorative property. B Removed from its original location. ❑ G Less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past C A birthplace or grave. 50 years. ❑ D A cemetery Areas of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) 02 ARCHITECTURE 05 COMMERCE Significant Person (Complete if National Register Criterion B is marked above) Significant Dates Construction date 1894 ❑ check if circa or estimated date Other dates Architect/Builder Architect Builder 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 UTM References (OPTIONAL) Zone Easting Northing Zone Easting Northing 1 2 3 4 ❑ See continuation sheet for additional UTM references or comments 11. Form Prepared By name/title Alexa McDowell, Architectural Historian organization AKAY Consulting date 10/2017 street & number 4252 Oakland Avenue telephone 515-491-5432 city or town Minneapolis state MN zip code 55407 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 plan: showing position of buildings and structures on the site in relation to 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 # Frame/slot # Date Taken 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. ❑ 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 Concur with above survey opinion on National Register eligibility: ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ More Research Recommended ❑ This is 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 52-04090 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e1 Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 7. Property Description The Crescent Block is a three-story brick building constructed in 1894. The building is an example of a late 19th century Commercial Brick Front building form. Its four bays originally contained three shop spaces with an entrance to the upper floors in the narrow bay (119) to the right of center. This bay now also contains a narrow shop space in addition to the stairs access. The building is clad in a dark brown brick set with reddish tinted mortar. A twin band of corbeled brick extends across the front between the second and third levels. The original pressed metal cornice has widely spaced brackets with smaller brackets evenly spaced in between. The original storefront treatment is retained in the west bay (117). This bay has a recessed entrance set between plate glass display windows and a multi -part transom above. The first floor projects forward from the front fagade and has a shallow, standing -seam metal shed roof separating the first and second floors. An embossed metal cornice spans the transoms connecting to the hipped roof entrance hood above the entrance to the upper levels (119). This space was remodeled in the 1930s with carrara glass elements with Art Deco styling. The design is well-suited for the small size of this bay. The design includes a curved glass display window on the right with bands of black and white glass in the bulkhead and signboard areas. The original wood and glass entrance door and tile floor in the entrance are retained in this space. The east half of the building is now part of a single storefront. The modern design incorporated new brick with a gray exposed aggregate in the section separating the windows from the second floor. The windows have single fixed glass lights and are topped by separate curved, fixed awnings. The entrance is at the far east end. The upper levels of the building have an unusual arrangement of window openings. The third floor windows appear in pairs, are tall and narrow with stone sills, and have a single flat stone lintel above each pair. A pair of windows is centered in each of the original four bays. The windows consist of 1/1 double -hung sash with a transom of equal size above. Windows on the west half of the second level are shorter with a pair of 1/1 sash above the hipped roof entrance bay. The west bay has a pair of 1/1 sash plus transom centered in the bay with shorter 1/1 sash plus transoms on both sides. Fenestration of the east half of the second floor originally mirrored that on the west (Image 05), but in 1929 (likely with Montgomery Ward's move into the building) two large Chicago -style windows were introduced in place of those in the east half of the building (2017). The Chicago - style windows have since been replaced with new sash (the opening is retained). The building is approximately 80 -ft. wide and has an irregular depth. The third floor originally contained a hall space (Svendsen, 2001). In 2017, the building appears as previously described. The building is largely vacant, with only the storefronts at 117 and 119 occupied by Revival, a vintage clothing store. 8. Statement of Significance This building is a moderately well-preserved example of a turn -of -the -century Commercial Brick Front building. Constructed in 1894 under the auspices of C.F. Lovelace, that connection provides an additional avenue for considering significance; Lovelace being associated with the adjacent College Block as well as the construction of other downtown buildings. He also has deep and significant ties to commercial and financial institutions in the city. Although it is unlikely that a case under Criterion B in association with Lovelace should be made for the Crescent Block, certainly that association elevates the general significance of the building. Further, the building is an unusual example of commercial design, with stylistic influences reflecting the influence of Chicago architecture on Iowa City design - an association worth additional consideration. Lovelace's role in the design should also be examined. Finally, as a mixed-use building the Crescent Block has long associations with the history of commerce in downtown Iowa City (including as a professional office space), and to the history of local fraternal groups that utilized the third floor hall. Though portions of the storefront have sustained significant alterations, the retention of a 1930s era Art Deco Style storefront (119) as well as one of the original storefronts Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04090 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e2 Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City (117) gives the Crescent Block added importance. As a result, this building is considered individually eligible for the National Register under Criterion C and likely under Criterion A as well. Retention of a good level of historic integrity on the interior would be important to a successful nomination. The building is counted as a contributing structure in a potential historic district. Image 01. View of the fagade (north) elevation, looking SW across the Ped Mall (E. College Street) (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04090 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e3 Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 02. View of the facade (north) elevation, looking SE across the Ped Mall (E. College Street) (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Image 03. View of the 1930s Art Deco storefront faced in black Carrara glass (Image by AKAY Consulting, August 2017) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04090 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e4 Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Historical Backeround As noted, the Crescent Block is located on the urban renewal era pedestrian mall that extends for several blocks along E. College Street and S. Dubuque Street. As originally platted, College Street had a 100 -ft. width with four 80 -ft. wide lots laid out perpendicular to the street. 20 -ft. wide east -west alleys bisected the blocks and were presumed to extend along the rear of the buildings. College Street extended from the "Promenade" along the Iowa River east through the downtown, over Ralston Creek, and eventually along the south side of College Green park before it reached the city limits (Svendsen, 2001). Property transfer records show this property changing hands in 1890 and 1895 when Manley Moon and Milton Moon each acquired half of Lot 2 in Block 82 from Robert Finkbine and Chancy Lovelace, architects in the partnership of Finkbine and Lovelace (Svendsen, 2001). Lovelace and Moon are responsible for the building's construction in 1894 (2017). When the pending construction was announced in April of that year, the news account noted that work would commence in early May. The 80- by 80 -ft., three-story building would have three "three fine store rooms with modern fronts" on the first floor; offices on the second floor; and the third floor would be fitted for a large hall. Demolition of a brick building on the site was underway the first week in May (2017). At the time the building was under construction, news accounts referred to the property as the Lovelace and Moon Block, but in late December the property owners announced the building would thereafter be known as the Crescent Block; no explanation for the name was given. Lovelace and Moon held the property until 1923 when M.G. Koser, a local real estate agent, acquired the building (2017). City directories and fire insurance maps show the building with a number of retail tenants through the years. In 1899 fire insurance maps show the building with a pharmacy, china and notions store, and hardware store. The 1904 city directory shows the Crescent Pharmacy run by W.W. Morrison (117) and Bruce Moore's hardware store (123). By 1906 a clothing store was in place at 121 joining the drug store and hardware stores already in place. The Elks Club occupied the third floor meeting hall. Five years later, the Crescent Pharmacy continued but A.A. Pickering's Store replaced the clothing store selling "china, glass, queensware, fancy goods and toys" and the Knights of Columbus rented the third floor hall space after the Elks moved to their newly completed building on the southwest corner of Gilbert and Washington streets. The second floor had 10 office suites occupied by lawyers, insurance agents, and abstractors. After World War I and during the 1920s, William Smith and Richard Hiatt operated a hardware store from(121 and a grocery store opened in 123. The pharmacy continued from 117 but with a new name, Morrison's Pharmacy (Svendsen, 2001). In 1929 a major shift came when the Montgomery Ward and Co. department store located in 121-123. Montgomery Ward had their farm store and implement sales in a building located directly to the south fronting onto Burlington Street. They remained the anchor retail tenant in the building until the late 1960s when Goodwill Industries occupied 121-123. By 1940, the Koser Brothers Real Estate Office was located at 119. M.G. Koser owned the building at the time. The drug store space was taken over about the same time by Western Auto and continued through the early 1960s. By the late 1970s the first of several restaurants and/or bars opened in the building - Maxwell's Cocktail Lounge occupied 121-123. In 2000, the Union Bar occupied 121-123 and the Soap Opera specialty soap shop was in 119. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet e5 Site Number 52-04090 Related District Number Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 04. Historic Image — ca. 1910 7 (Source: State Historical Society of Iowa) In this view of the south side of E. College Street, looking east from Clinton we see the Crescent Block at left. At that time, the Dooley Block remained fully intact at center, and the Coldren Opera House/Iowa City State Bank was located on the corner (now the Savings and Loan Building). Image 05. Historic Image — ca. 1925 (Source: State Historical Society of Iowa) Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04090 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet e6 Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City Image 06. Historic Image — ca. 1965 N (Source: Iowa City Public Library) By this time, the 2'6 floor windows of the east two bays had been altered. This likely occurred concurrent with Montgomery Ward's move into the building in 1929. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Site Number 52-04090 Iowa Site Inventory Form Related District Number Continuation Sheet Paae 7 Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 9. Major Bibliographic References (2001) Iowa City city directories. Property Transfer Records, Johnson County Auditor's Office. Tax Assessor's Records, City of Iowa City Assessor. Sanborn maps, 1874, 1879, 1888, 1892, 1899, 1906, 1912, 1920, 1926, 1933, and 1933 updated to 1970. 2017: References Iowa City Public Library. Digital Photograph collection. http://history.icpl.org. Iowa City Then & Now. Publisher unknown. Mansheim, Gerald. Iowa City: an illustrated history. Norfolk, VA: The Donning Company, 1989. State Historical Society of Iowa. Iowa City. Photograph Collection. Slonneger, Marybeth. Finials: A View of Downtown Iowa City. Iowa City: Hand Press, 2015. Svendsen, Marlys A. "Survey and Evaluation of the Central Business District." Prepared for the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission, 2001. Svendsen, Marlys A. "Crescent Block: 52-04090." Iowa Site Form, 2001. Newspapers Iowa City Herald. "Iowa City Improves." April 18, 18 94. Iowa City Herald. "Local News." May 02, 1894. Iowa City Herald. "Iowa City Alive and Moving." May 02, 1894. Iowa City Herald. "Local News." September 22, 1894. Iowa City Herald. "Over the City." November 24, 1894. Iowa City Herald. "The Crescent Block." December 21, 1894. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs State Historical Society of Iowa Iowa Site Inventory Form Continuation Sheet Page 8 Site Number 52-04090 Related District Number Crescent Block Johnson Name of Property County 117-123 E. College Street Iowa City Address City 11. Additional Documentation Legal Description: Original Town Plat, Block 82, Lot 2 Assessor: PIN 002+1010380005-006 (2 parcels, currently one property owner) Lat/Long: 41.658824/-91.533763 Parcel Map - 2017 COLLEGE 0 Z W N O O0 220 Z J U 212 224 W 228 N N it N � m 102 :D N ABURLINGTON Planning and Zoning Commission May 21, 2020 Page 3 of 13 Hensch closed the public hearing. Parsons moved to approve SUB20-04, an application submitted by Pleasant Valley LP for a preliminary plat of the Pleasant Valley Preserve subdivision, a 7 -lot, 7.6 acre residential subdivision in unincorporated Johnson County. Townsend seconded the motion. Parsons sees no reason not to approve this application. Hensch agrees with Parsons, this is in compliance with the Fringe Area Agreement and he doesn't have any concerns at all about this. Signs agreed, it is pretty straightforward. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. CASE NO. REZ20-02: Applicant: Tailwind College St. IC, LLC Location: 109, 111, 115, and 117-121 E. College Street An application submitted by Tailwind College St. IC, LLC for a rezoning from Central Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-10/OHD) for the properties located at 109, 111, 115, and 117-121 E. College Street. Russett reiterated this is a rezoning application for a historic district overlay for several properties within the Ped Mall on East College Street. She reminded the Commission that these local landmark rezonings ensure the preservation of historic resources in the community and require upon approval that exterior changes to these buildings undergo historic review, which could be a review by the City Preservation Planner or the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). The HPC did review this application at their meeting last week and recommended approval of the landmark designation. Russett added although this item isn't related to the development project, the applicant is seeking to preserve the existing buildings that front East College Street and build a new building behind those historic structures and that review of the development, the new buildings, would be subject to historic review upon approval of this rezoning. Russett next showed an aerial of the site and then the zoning map. All of the area is zoned CB 10, which is the downtown zoning designation. She pointed out property which is currently Martinis is currently a local historic landmark. Russett next went through the properties and showed some current photographs and some historic photographs. First is 109 East College Street, which is the west bay which was constructed in 1874. Next are the central bays of the Dooley Block at 111 through 113 East College Street and the east bay of the Dooley block at 115 East College Street. Next is a historic photograph that shows the Dooley block prior to the demolition of the central bays. The central bays were demolished, and the Sears company built there as a three -bay Planning and Zoning Commission May 21, 2020 Page 4 of 13 building in 1929. Moving on to the Crescent block, 117 and 123 East College Street, which is currently Revival and Union Bar, Russett showed a historic photograph of the Crescent block at the left side of the screen and the Dooley block in the center. Russett pointed out Martinis, which is currently a local historic landmark. Russett noted the storefront at 121 E. College Street was remodeled, so it is not the original facade of the building. It was remodeled in 1930 to reflect an art deco styling, so even though it's not the original facade, it was remodeled during the period of significant, so the art deco storefront is an important feature of this building. Russett noted the next steps after the Planning Commission makes a recommendation, City Council will have a public hearing and if approved, exterior modifications will be subject to the historic review process. Staff does recommend approval of REZ20-02 for a rezoning from Central Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-10/OHD) for the properties located at 109, 111-113, 115, and 117-121 E. College Street. Martin asked how this historic overlay will affect the restaurants there, the current restaurant signage, and patio seating. Is there anything that can negatively impact the current business. Russett replied if they wanted to make any changes to the size or the signs that would be subject to historic review. Martin noted the original Sears sign shown she thinks is far too large for current sign standards, so could someone then decide to put a sign like that up since that was original. Russett replied yes and noted they had a project similar to that on the Historic Preservation Commission agenda last week where a historic sign was larger than the current signage standards and HPC recommended approval of it, but it needs to also get a special exception from the Board of Adjustment to approve the signage size requirements. Martin wanted confirmation they wouldn't see a negative impact on the current businesses because it's just a facade and signage restraints and there could potentially be benefits. Russett replied there's definitely benefits if the buildings become local historic landmarks, there's a grant program that the projects could potentially be eligible for so there are financial resources as well, but only for the exterior of the buildings. Signs noted in the report comments the developer is planning to build a new structure behind the historical structure. From the overview it looks like some of those buildings go all the way back to the alley and so is it okay if they demolish parts of those buildings in the rear. Russett noted that the demolitions would have to be reviewed by the HPC prior to the demolition. Hekteon noted the whole property will be zoned historic, not just the facades. Hensch asked if this historic designation then allows these properties to become eligible for the State Historic property tax credits. Russett noted that was correct. Baker asked about the redevelopment behind the fagade and what regulations kick in controlling the height of the redevelopment and can something go above the current facade behind it higher. Russett said that would have to be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission and staff has reviewed some preliminary designs, and the applicant has already submitted a historic review application. The City Historic Preservation Planner did a sightline study and provided some recommendations on what might work in terms of height but the HPC will make those final decisions. The only reason City Council would be involved in this is if the applicant is seeking TIF funding otherwise Council would not have a say in the project. Planning and Zoning Commission May 21, 2020 Page 5 of 13 Hensch opened the public hearing. Kevin Monson (Neumann Monson Architects) is representing Tailwind and noted this project has been in the works for probably a year and a half and they've had multiple opportunities to review the project with City staff and with the City administration. He noted it's a very complex project and some of these storefronts have been vacant for a very long time and one of the issues with the current size is that local businesses cannot utilize that large of a footprint. With this project for instance the Sears and Roebuck building it is going to be reduced in size to the original footprint of the adjoining Dooley block buildings and thereby making it much more advantageous for local businesses to be able to use that footprint. The Union Bar will be reduced in this project, again, downsizing the size of the building. Additionally the Union Bar has been selling its equipment so there'll be another use for that facility. Monson stated this it is a good project for the Ped Mall to get it alive again and get appropriate businesses back in that block. It's an exciting project but they have a lot of steps to go before they make it happen. Signs asked what they are envisioning, will there be residential in the rear. Monson confirmed that is correct, they are looking at a residential facility. They've been guided by City to the height restriction and their building will be no taller than the Graduate Hotel. He added the beautiful thing about this is there actually will be a garden space between the existing buildings and the new building, so they will be separated and that separation actually helps differentiate the older historic buildings from what is a contemporary building to be placed at the rear of the site. Hensch asked if these buildings facades have all been remodeled, although very long ago, so will the facades have stay as they are now, or any improvements would have to be as close to the original construction prior to remodels. Monson noted the fagades have been greatly altered over the years and stated they are going to be kept as they are now except for the Union Block where the Union Bar is as they would like to restore that section closer to the Montgomery Ward era of the building, rather than the Union Bar era of the building. He noted the upper elevations above the first floor are fairly intact and very similar to the conditions when they were first built, so those will be maintained and restored to continue on that heritage. They will also be following the Secretary of Interior's guidelines for Historic Preservation with the new construction and not match the existing building with the new structure because that would be historically incorrect. The Secretary of Interior guidelines states it is not appropriate and can be confusing for the public as what was there and what wasn't there. Baker asked if they are envisioning the development behind the facade to be as high as the Graduate Hotel. Monson confirmed the guidelines that they've received says they can go no higher than the Graduate Hotel. He noted it's interesting when looking at the sight lines, because of the distance of that building setting back from the Ped Mall, there are very few views of a new building. Because the existing buildings are so close when one is in the Ped Mall there isn't much of a glimpse of anything behind it. Monson also stated they promise not to put any plaid on their building either like the Graduate Hotel did. Townsend asked if Monson has any idea what other businesses would be interested in residing in these buildings. Monson is not sure but they do have a not-for-profit that they've been talking to for over a year about occupying the Crescent Block building, the top floors of it, and that is looking promising. Planning and Zoning Commission May 21, 2020 Page 6 of 13 Signs noted by taking off the back parts of some of those larger buildings they are going to end up with more reasonably sized units as far as potential rentals go. Monson replied that's right and they think it is the right way of preserving downtown but also making it viable. They to restore these buildings and get them back into service and building the buildings behind the current structures is the answer. Dyer asked if the new building have windows on all sides. Monson confirmed it will. Hensch asked if some of the upper floors of the structures are unoccupied presently or have been for some time. Monson confirmed that's correct. Hensch closed the public hearing. Parsons moved to approve REZ20-02, an application submitted by Tailwind College St. IC, LLC for a rezoning from Central Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-10/OHD) for the properties located at 109, 111-113, 115, and 117-121 E. College Street. Baker seconded the motion. Townsend noted her surprise that those buildings weren't on the historic society already. She does wonder what will happen to the ones on the other side of the street and if they are going to try to put those on historic society. Russett mentioned they are working on a nomination to the National Register right now for the entire Downtown District to hopefully be listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Townsend added she would hate to see some funky high rise right across the street. Signs stated it is already there, the one on the corner is a relatively new structure from the 70s or 80s, so part of the blocks already been redone by the Plaza Center One. Signs stated it sounds like an interesting project and a way to maintain the street character in the Ped Mall and take better advantage of the rest of that space. He agrees there's a positive to reducing the size of some of those massive buildings with it'll probably help limit some of the massive uses of those buildings. He is intrigued and thinks there could be some real good things happening there. Hensch supports this application now even more than when he was reading it because he thinks it's very important to maintain the character and history of Iowa City and now learning that a lot of those spaces are unoccupied anyway, that is not the best use to get more people downtown. They need places to live, they need more businesses and more variety of businesses. Plus, this will allow the property to be eligible for tax credits. A vote was taken and the motion passed 7-0. CASE NO. SUB20-05: Applicant: Allen Homes, Inc. Location: East of Scott Blvd and north of American Legion Road Prepared by: Anne Russett, Senior Planner, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; (REZ20-02) Ordinance No. Ordinance rezoning approximately 0.55 acres of property from Central Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB- 10/OHD) for property located at 109, 111, 115, 117, and 121 E. College Street (REZ20-02) Whereas, the applicant, Tailwinds College St. IC, LLC, has requested a rezoning of property located at 109, 111, 115, 117, and 121 East College Street from Central Business (CB -10) to CB - 10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-10/OHD); and Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the preservation of historic buildings; 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, Goal 10 of the Historic Preservation component of the Comprehensive Plan calls for the adoption of strategies to preserve historic neighborhoods; and Whereas, the Historic Preservation Commission has reviewed the proposed Historic Landmark Designation and has found that it meets the criteria for landmark designation in that it is significant to American and/or Iowa City's history, architecture, archeology and/or culture; possesses integrity of location, design, setting, materials, and workmanship; associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history; and embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction; or represents the work of a master; or possesses high artistic values; or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; and Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed rezoning and has recommended approval of the Historic Landmark designation rezoning and has found that it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan goals of preserving historic resources; and Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa: Section I Approval. Property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning designation of Central Business (CB -10) to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-10/OHD) Lots 2 and 3, Block 82, Original Town of Iowa City, Iowa, Johnson County, 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. Ordinance No. Page 2 Section V. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. Section 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 Mayor Attest: City Clerk 20_ Approved by: City Attorney's Office (Sara Greenwood Hektoen — 10/27/2020) It was moved by and seconded by Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Bergus Mims Salih Taylor Teague Thomas Weiner First Consideration _ Vote for passage: Second Consideration Vote for passage: Date published that the Ordinance No. Page It was moved by and seconded by _ Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: Bergus Mims Sahh Taylor Teague Thomas Weiner that the First Consideration 11/02/2020 Vote for passage: AYES: Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner, Bergus, Mims, Salih. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration _ Vote for passage: Date published