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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2020-12-08 minutesCity of Jefferson Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Regular Meeting – Tuesday, December 8, 2020 Virtual WebEx Meeting   Commission Members Present Attendance Record Mary Schantz, Chairperson 11 of 12 Alan Wheat 11 of 12 Tiffany Patterson 8 of 9 Gail Jones 10 of 12 Brad Schaefer 10 of 12 Michael Berendzen 8 of 12 Gregory Bemboom 10 of 12 Donna Deetz, Vice Chairperson 10 of 12 Commission Members Absent Attendance Record Steven Hoffman 10 of 12 Council Liaison Present Laura Ward Staff Present Rachel Senzee, Neighborhood Services Supervisor Karlie Reinkemeyer, Neighborhood Services Specialist Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning & Protective Services Ryan Moehlman, City Attorney Ahnna Nanoski, Planner Guests Present Paul Samson, Missy Bonnot Derek Eilers Ryan Gilmore Councilman Ron Fitzwater Call to Order Ms. Schantz called the meeting to order at 6:00p.m. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Berendzen moved and Ms. Patterson seconded to adopt the agenda as amended. The motion passed unanimously. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes Mr. Berendzen moved and Ms. Jones seconded to approve the minutes from the November 10, 2020 Regular Meeting as written. The motion passed unanimously. Demolition Clearance (Over 100 Years Old)- 165 Militia Drive Ms. Senzee read the format of the public hearing and order of testimony. Ms. Senzee provided the staff report giving the overview of the property under consideration. Ms. Senzee explained that 165 Militia Drive is historically known as the Vanderfeltz Farm. The property underwent a Section 106 Review and the State Historic Preservation Office has a report on it. Ms. Senzee     explained that the demolition application is for the residential structure and the remaining farmstead structures on the property. The demolition will provide for a business park to be developed. Ms. Senzee explained that the property is not on the National Register, but is eligible due to the significant character and qualities. However, there is no adaptive reuse potential and the property would better serve as a business park. Ms. Senzee explained that the property does hold historical significance but it no longer functions of the same premise of which its integrity was originally established and no feasible adaptive reuse is foreseeable and most of the architectural features that originally made the property significant have been removed by the family. Ms. Senzee stated that it is recommended that the commission approve the demolition with the condition that photographs of the demolition are provided especially if log construction and/or grout house construction is discovered during its dismantling. Paul Samson, Central Missouri Professional Services, the agent for the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Samson explained that the Chamber of Commerce purchased the property from the Vanderfeltz family in 2006 with the intention of developing the property as an industrial park. The home was still occupied up until two years ago and since then the Chamber has wanted to demolish the rest and make it more presentable for commercial development. The Vanderfeltz family auctioned off personal belonging and barns which resulted in a log barn taken down at that time. Mr. Samson explained that the only significant structure that remains on the property is the home. Mr. Samson stated that the Vanderfeltz family had removed any architecturally salvageable items including planks of the hardwood floor and floor joists resulting in gaping holes. Mr. Samson stated that Section 106 Review was completed due to issues with the Corps of Engineers permitting process during the Fabick building project. The Memorandum of Understanding was completed. Mr. Samson stated that pictures will be taken when the structure is dismantled. Councilwoman Ward asked if there is an existing log house within the walls of the dwelling. Mr. Samson stated that a grout house was identified in the HABS report. Mr. Samson stated that he does not think actual log construction is remaining within the walls of the home. Ms. Patterson explained that the grout house is a unique type of construction and is an early form of concrete. Mr. Samson and Ms. Bonnot, Interim Chamber President & CEO explained that if a grout house and/or log construction is found they would notify appropriate individuals before proceeding and  they do not want to demolish history. Ms. Bonnot reiterated that photo documentation will be carried out. Ms. Deetz moved and Mr. Wheat seconded that demolition clearance application be approved with the condition that arrangements be made if a grout home/log construction is found during dismantling. The motion passed unanimously. Demolition Review (50-99 Years Old)- 210 E. High Street Addition Ms. Senzee provided the staff report giving the overview of the property under consideration. The addition was added between the years of 1975-1980. Ms. Senzee clarified that the demolition application is for the addition on the backside of the building only. She stated that the property owners insisted that the original structure will not be impacted by the removal of the addition. The original structure was built in ca. 1880 and will be rehabilitated to its original state.     The property is listed in the National Registered District and is a contributing building to the Missouri State Capitol Historic District. The property was formerly the Dallmeyer Feed Store and a JC Penney’s. Ms. Senzee indicated that the 1975-1980 addition has been declared dangerous. She stated that this property came back as a life and safety issue according to the structural survey report which was completed over the summer. The property is also in conflict with the Secretary of Interior Standards for Additions to Historic Structures. Ms. Senzee stated that it is recommended that the addition be demolished and the original structure be rehabilitated. Mr. Eilers and Mr. Gilmore stated that they are leaving the original structure in place and the back portion is the only part being demolished. Mr. Gilmore explained that the structure being removed will provide for more parking. Mr. Eilers and Mr. Gilmore explained that rehabilitating the structure and façade to its original state is the goal. Mr. Berendzen moved and Mr. Wheat seconded to approve the demolition review application for the addition. The motion passed unanimously. New Business A. Election of Officers Donna Deetz stated she was interested in serving as Chair or Vice Chair and Alan Wheat stated he was interested in serving as Vice Chair. Mr. Moehlman explained that a motion to approve the slate by acclimation would be an acceptable way to elect the officers. Ms. Patterson moved and Mr. Berendzen seconded to approve the slate by acclamation. The motion passed unanimously. Ms. Deetz was elected to Chair and Mr. Wheat elected to Vice Chair. They will take over their responsibilities in January 2021. Other Business A. Historic Preservation Code Update Ms. Senzee stated that a selective list of candidates is still being compiled to present to the Mayor. She explained that the City Council would establish a special committee and the Mayor would appoint the committee. Ms. Senzee stated that Ms. Deetz would be interested in representing the Historic Preservation Commission. Art Hernandez and Holly Stitt also expressed interest in joining the committee. Mr. Schaefer stated he is interested in representing the Historic Preservation Commission. Ms. Senzee stated that she plans to reach out to the Board of Realtors for their representation. She asked the commissioners for their assistance in recommending individuals to join the special committee. Mr. Bemboom suggested reaching out to the Homeowners Association. B. Comprehensive Plan Feedback- JC-CP (online).pdf (revize.com) Ahnna Nanoski provided an overview of the city’s comprehensive plan seeking input from the commission members. She explained that a comprehensive plan is a multi- disciplinary policy document that can be used by city leaders, developers, business owners, and anyone looking to make decisions about how Jefferson City should be maintained, strengthened and developed.     Ms. Nanoski explained that the process began a year ago with the first community engagement phase, stakeholder interviews, community workshops, and an online survey. The data gathered resulted in a draft comprehensive plan. Ms. Nanoski explained that the final community engagement phase is in effect. Feedback from the community is sought after to ensure the comprehensive plan is appropriate for Jefferson City’s future. Comments can be emailed to Ahnna Nanoksi (ananoski@jeffcitymo.org) or complete the online survey (Review and Rate Activate Jefferson City 2040 Survey (surveymonkey.com)) Dates to Remember A. Next Regular Meeting Date, January 12, 2020. Adjournment Mr. Bemboom moved and Mr. Wheat seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7: 30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.