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HPB-06-18-03 u . • MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD CITY OF DELRAY BEACH DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA PUBLIC HEARING MEETING DATE: JUNE 18, 2003 LOCATION: FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by the Chairperson at 6:01 P.M. Upon roll call it was determined that a quorum was present. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mary Lou Jamison, Gloria Elliott, Gail Lee McDermott, Jim Keavney, Rhonda Sexton, Francisco Perez-Azua, Bill Branning (arrived at 6:03). MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Wendy Shay, Lynn Tuzik II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes for the Public Hearings/Regular Meetings of August 7, 2002, was before the Board for consideration. Ms. Jamison stated that the address for 117 NE 17th Street should read 117 NE 7th Street. Ms. McDermott made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. The motion was seconded by Mr. Keavney and passed 7-0. The Minutes for the Public Hearings/Regular Meetings of September 18, 2002, was before the Board for consideration. The minutes should be amended by removing Donnamarie Sloan's name and adding Francisco Perez-Azua as a newly elected Board member. Ms. McDermott made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sexton and passed 7-0. The Minutes for the Public Hearings/Regular Meetings of April 30, 2003, was before the Board for consideration. Ms. McDermott made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sexton and passed 7-0. Ms. Jamison requested that the motion be amended to change the term "Cape Code" to read "Cape Cod" and to amend the location to read "City Commission Chambers." Ms. McDermott amended her motion to include the changes. The motion was seconded by Mr. Branning and passed 7-0. The Minutes for the Public Hearings/Regular Meetings of May 7, 2003, was before the Board for consideration. Ms. McDermott made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Branning and passed 7-0. The Minutes for the Public Hearings/Regular Meetings of May 21, 2003, was before the Board for consideration. Ms. McDermott made a motion to approve the minutes as written. The motion was seconded by Mr. Branning and passed 7-0. III. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS Ms. Jamison requested that the Board divulge any ex parte communication. None was disclosed. A. Sundy Inn, 106 South Swinton Avenue, Old School Square Historic District, Richard Martino, Authorized Agent. Action Before the Board: The item before the Board is to approve a COA for the installation of a free-standing sign on a contributing property, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). Ms. Shay entered the project file into the record and presented the item to the Board. The sign is considered a replacement sign which accounts for the increase in height as the previous sign was several inches taller. Otherwise, the sign meets all the requirements of LDR Section 4.6.7 and the Design Guidelines. It was moved by Mr. Branning, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 7-0 to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of a sign for 106 South Swinton Avenue, The Sundy Inn, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.7.(G)(1)(b), (G)(2)(b), (G)(3)(d), (G)(7), and (H)(2)(a- c), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. B. Amelung House, 1125 Vista Del Mar Drive/106 NE 12th Street, Gary Eliopoulos, Owner. Action Before the Board: The action requested of the Board is to review the designation report for the Amelung. House and to set a date for the public hearing, pursuant to LDR Section 4.5.1(C)(4), Designation Procedures. Ms. Shay entered the project file into record and presented the item to the Board. Ms. Shay stated that the house is currently located at 1125 Vista Del Mar Drive, however, the applicant is interested in relocating the house to 106 NE 12th Street. -2- HPB Minutes 6/18/03 Gary Eliopoulos was present to represent the project. Ms. Jamison inquired about the fate of the house at 106 NE 12th Street. Mr. Eliopoulos, 106 NE 12th Street, is currently building a home and lives at 106 NE 1 2tn Street temporarily. He was approached by Mr. Amelung about relocating the house adjacent to the 106 NE 12th Street house on a vacant portion of the lot. There are also potential owners who may be interested in purchasing both homes. The Amelung House must be relocated by September to accommodate new construction proposed for the lot. He then presented the proposed location and orientation for the relocated Amelung dwelling. To be relocated, the house would require a waiver to meet the required lot area as lot in question and the adjacent lots measure 50' in width. Ms. Elliott inquired about whether it would require a unity-of-title. Mr. Eliopoulos stated that it would neither require a unity-of-title nor would it be re-platted. He then highlighted the original footprint and the additions added over the years. Ms. Elliott showed a Sears Model book to the applicant which has an example of a house which may more accurately represent the actual Amelung house style rather than the "Milford" style chosen by the applicant. Ms. Sexton expressed her concern over whether the new orientation of the relocated building is appropriate. Ms. Shay stated that it was a concern and should be deliberated when considering the relocation. Ms. Sexton inquired as to why the designation must be in place in order to save the house. Mr. Eliopoulos and Ms. Shay stated that the Board of Adjustment would not support the waiver otherwise and the house could therefore not be relocated to the lot. After much discussion, it was moved by Mr. Perez-Azua, seconded by Ms. McDermott and passed 7-0 to set a date for the required public hearing for the HPB meeting of July 2, 2003 to review the designation report for 106 NE 12th Street. IV. REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Public Comments: -3- HPB Minutes 6/18/03 John Bennett inquired about the status of the Railroad Deport. He expressed his concern over talk of "improvements" to the depot as he felt they were not appropriate for the vernacular building. Ms. Shay stated that it would require Board approval. B. Report from Historic District Representatives: None C. Board Members: Ms. Jamison inquired about the status of the Marina District improvements. Ms. Shay stated that there have been no new updates. Ms. Jamison expressed her concern over the heiht of buildings constructed on the Annex site on Pineapple Grove Way (NE 2" Avenue) and how that could affect the properties on Banker's Row. Ms. Shay stated that the surrounding property owners should be notified but that Board members could attend a Site Plan Review and Appearance Board meeting to express their concern as well. Mr. Perez stated that according to the preliminary designs, the building(s) would be set back. D. Staff: None V. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 6:50 P.M. The information provided herein is the Minutes of the meeting of said body for June 18, 2003, which were formally adopted and approved by the Board on August 6, 2003. If the Minutes that you have received are not completed as indicated above, then this means that these are not the Official Minutes. They will become so after review and approval, which may involve some changes. -4- HPB Minutes 6/18/03 OA AGENDA HISTORIC PRESERVATION o BOARD MEETING .qy �� CITY OF DELRAY BEACH Meeting Date: June 18, 2003 Type of Meeting: Regular Meeting Location: First Floor Conference Room Time: 6:00 P.M. The City shall furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in and enjoy the benefits of a service, program, or activity conducted by the City. Please contact Doug Randolph at 243-7127(voice), or 243-7199(TDD), 24 hours prior to the program or activity in order for the City to reasonably accommodate your request. Adaptive listening devices are available for meetings in the Commission Chambers. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Historic Preservation Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, such persons will need a record of these proceedings, and for this purpose such persons may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The City does not provide or prepare such record. Two or more City Commissioners may be in attendance. I. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • August 7, 2002 • September 18, 2002 • April 30, 2003 • May 7, 2003 • May 21, 2003 III. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS A. Sundy Inn, 106 South Swinton Avenue, Old School Square Historic District, Richard Martino, Authorized Agent. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of a sign. B. Amelung House, 1125 Vista Del Mar Drive/106 NE 12th Street, Gary Eliopoulos, Owner. Consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the designation of an individually listed property in the Local register of Historic Places and set a date for public hearing. IV. REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Public Comments B. Reports from Historic District Representatives C. Board Members D. Staff June 18, 2003 HPB Meeting Page 2 V. ADJOURN \Nk ^ fv K ?v hkr)I Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner POSTED ON: June 12, 2003 HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD STAFF REPORT Project Name: Amelung House, 106 NE 12th Street Historic designation report for an individual property Gary Eliopoulos, Owner ITEM BEFORE THE BOAR ©'. � The action requested of the Board is to review the designation report for the Amelung House and to set a date for the public hearing. BACKGROUND The owner has requested to designate the subject property to the Local Register of Historic Places. The building is currently located at 1125 Vista Del Mar Drive and is proposed to be relocated to 106 NE 12th Street to accommodate new construction. With the exception of the architectural and historical background, there is only speculation as to the builder/architect. The applicant has completed all of the research on the building and has prepared the designation report. The report contains, at a minimum, sufficient information to conform to the criteria stated in LDR Section 4.5.1(B)(3)(a), portrays the environment in an era of history characterized by one or more distinctive architectural styles , LDR Section 4.5.1(B)(3)(b), embodies those distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style, period, or method of construction, and LDR Section 4.5.1(3)(c), is a historic or outstanding work of a prominent architect, designer, landscape architect, or builder. To qualify as an historic site the property must fulfill only one of the criteria set forth in Section 4.5.1(B)(3)(a-c). Designating the 1937 "Sears" frame vernacular style residence as historic will retain the building and promote the retention of surrounding historic properties (not protected through designation) to the north of the Del-Ida Park Historic District. RECOMMENDATION Pursuant to LDR Section 4.5.1(C)(4), Designation Procedures, after formally reviewing the designation report, set a date for the required public hearing for the HPB meeting of July 2, 2003. Meeting Date:June 18,2003 Agenda Item: III.B. r DEFRAY . . .B DEFRAY BEACH ilArl HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD S and I J. MEMORANDUM STAFF REPORT ���I� 20D 2001 2UD1 Agent: Richard Martino, General Manager Project Name: Sundy Inn -2003-244-COA-HPB Project Location: 106 South Swinton Avenue ITEM BEFORE THE BOARD The action before the Board is a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of a free-standing sign on a contributing property, pursuant to LDR Section 2.4.6(J). BACKGROUND • The subject property consists of Lots 1-3, Sundy Estates Plat (1.435 acres), Lots 9 and 10, Block 61, Town of Linton (0.45 acres), and Lot 11, Block 62, Town of Linton (0.24 acres) totaling 2.12 acres. The establishment also includes an off-site parking area located on Lots 20-22, Block 70, Town of Linton (10 SE 1st Street). The properties are designated historic as part of the Old School Square Historic District and are zoned Old School Square Historic Arts District (OSSHAD). The following are the most recent land use actions which relate to this property. On March 3, 1998, the City Commission approved the conditional use request for the Sundy Inn, to establish a 23-guest room residential type inn, and a 7,302 sq.ft. restaurant (including outdoor dining) with botanical gardens. The proposal included the provision of parking via the installation of 29 on-site spaces and 42-space off-site parking area at the northeast corner of SW 1st Avenue and SW 1st Street. The Historic Preservation Board approved the site plan on March 18, 1998. Additionally, various site plan modifications have been approved for the site. The most significant modifications related to changes concerning the residential buildings and an increase of the outdoor dining area which were undertaken. The applicant is now before the Board for review and approval of a free-standing sign. :.PROJECT DESCRIPTION The applicant proposes the installation of a free-standing, two sided sign constructed of wood. The rectangular sign face is painted white with gold support posts and black text. The sign displays the building's address and date of establishment at the bottom and Meeting Date:June 18,2003 Agenda Item: III.A. Sundy Inn 2003-244-COA-HPB 106 S.Swinton Avenue Page 2 reads "Sundy House-Luxury Rooms" with "De La Tierra — Restaurant and Lounge" below that. Decorative olive green scrollwork is centered at the top and bottom of the sign with decorative leaf patterns displayed on the sign face in both olive green and gold to compliment the scrollwork and posts. The sign was installed several months ago as a replacement for another sign. The sign, located along the east property line, approximately 83'6" south of the northeast corner of the property (the southwest corner of South Swinton Avenue and SW 1st Street) and 17.5" from the east property line, is oriented perpendicularly to the existing building permitting viewing from both north and south bound traffic on South Swinton Avenue as well as traffic from NE 1st Street. The free-standing sign measures 48" (4') wide (not including the 4" square sign posts) with a 60" (5') high sign body and 98" (8'2") overall height. The area of the sign body measures 20 sq. ft. The sign does not interfere with any of the existing landscaping or sight visibility. No lighting exists or is proposed at this time. REVIEW BY OTHERS The Delray Beach Sign Review Board reviewed and approved the location and sign design and dimensions as proposed during its meeting on March 21, 2003. ANALYSIS The Board shall consider: SIGN REGULATIONS AND DESIGN GUIDELINES LDR Section 4.6.7 (G)(1)(b) addresses Sign Design Standards for "Free-standing signs" A free-standing sign is not affixed to any other structure. It may be either a pole sign or a monument sign. Neither the pole nor the base of the monument shall be considered in calculation of the area of the sign face. A free-standing sign may not have more than two faces. LDR Section 4.6.7 (G)(2)(b) addresses "Conformity with Surroundings" and states: The scale of the sign, in terms of area, shall be consistent with the scale of the building on which it is to be painted and the neighborhood and streetscape where it is to be located; but in no case shall it exceed the height limitations set forth in Subsection (7). LDR Section 4.6.7 (H)(2)(a)-(c) addresses "Aesthetic Qualifications and Standards" Sundy Inn 2003-244-COA-HPB 106 S.Swinton Avenue Page 3 The aesthetic quality of a building, or indeed of an entire neighborhood, is materially affected by achieving visual harmony of the sign on or about a structure as it relates to the architecture or the building or the adjacent surroundings. In addition to the mechanical limitations on signs imposed in Subsections (G) and (1), the following aesthetic conditions must be met. Scale: The scale of the sign must be consistent with the scale of the building on which it is located or painted and the neighborhood in which it is located. Scale shall also be considered in terms of Subsection (E) with respect to height and area. Garishness: The overall effect of the configuration of color of a sign shall not be garish. "Garish" signs are those that are too bright or gaudy, showy, glaring, and/or cheaply brilliant or involving excessive ornamentation. Conflict: The colors of a sign shall not conflict with other signs already on the building or in the immediate vicinity. Design Guidelines The Delray Beach Design Guidelines state the following pertaining to signage: Sign design and placement in an historic district or a historic site is an important element. While preservationists believe the building façade is the best sign an owner may have, the need for design guidelines refines the existing regulations adapting them to the particular character of the specific location and site. The district's character is maintained when signage does not cause visual disruption. The sign should not obscure any architectural feature or detail, or interface with the views and appreciation of the building. Signage should compliment and not overwhelm or compete with the architecture. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation No direct reference is made to signage affecting historic structures, sites, or districts, however, there is specific intent to project the importance of preserving "character- defining"and distinctive features, and discussing scale and compatibility with respect to new construction for historic structures and districts. One such standard states: New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. Sundy Inn 2003-244-COA-HPB 106 S.Swinton Avenue Page 4 Conclusion The proposed signage is appropriate in relation to style, dimensions, and design with respect to the two-story, contributing, frame building and the surrounding neighborhood. Similar signs can be seen on surrounding properties such "The Rectory" and "Sweet Art by Lucila" to the north. Pursuant to LDR Section 4.6.7(G)(3)(h), no sign shall be located in such a manner that it will become a hazard to automotive or pedestrian traffic nor shall any sign or lighting be placed as to obstruct the vision of the driver or any motor vehicle where vision is necessary for safety. Further, pursuant to LDR Section 4.6.7(G)(3)(d), the sign, when located within the 10' setback, may not exceed 7' in height or 20 sq. ft. in area. While the sign is above the required 84" (7') maximum height and lies within the standard setback, the sign is considered the replacement of a previously approved sign which measured over 120" (10') in height. As the replacement sign is appropriate in design and dimensions, meets the required 20 sq. ft. area and is a reduction of the previously approved height, and will not be a hazard to pedestrian or vehicular traffic, positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.7(G)(1)(b), (G)(2)(b), (G)(3)(d), (G)(7), and (H)(2)(a-c), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards can be made. ALTERNATIVE ACT.;I.ONS A. Continue with direction. ' B. Approve the COA for the installation of a sign for 106 S. Swinton Avenue, The Sundy Inn, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.7.(G)(1)(b), (G)(2)(b), (G)(3)(d), (G)(7), and (H)(2)(a-c), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, subject to conditions. C. Deny the COA for the installation of a sign for 106 S. Swinton Avenue, The Sundy Inn, based upon a failure to make positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.7.(G)(1)(b), (G)(2)(b), (G)(3)(d), (G)(7), and (H)(2)(a-c), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation with the basis stated. RECOMMENDATION _ .. Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of a sign for 106 S. Swinton Avenue, The Sundy Inn, based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.7.(G)(1)(b), (G)(2)(b), (G)(3)(d), (G)(7), and (H)(2)(a-c), the Delray Beach Design Guidelines, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. Attachments:Site Plan, Sign Details Report prepared by:Wendy Shay, Historic Preservation Planner I 3 Wi C . - '- 't''i' & X } C sundtq House - Luxury Rooms i 1 4 O h 9 ' f, I --.,7.:, y De La Tierra Restaurant&Lounge Est. 1902 106 South Swinton Ave. T 1 877 439 9601 •... 0 • II • • . 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GENERAL INFORMATION II. LOCATION MAP III. DISTRICT INVENTORY IV. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE V. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE VI. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND RESOURCES REPORT PREPARED BY: Gary and Toni Eliopoulos 106 NE 12th Street Delray Beach, FL 33444 I. GENERAL INFORMATION Address: 1125 Vista Del Mar Drive, Delray Beach, FL 33483- Current 106 NE 12th Street, Delray Beach, FL 33444 -Proposed Legal Description: Delray Beach Esplanade West '/2 of lot 2, lot 3 and South 10 feet abound Laing Street lying North of and adjacent to - Current Dell Park West% of lot 7 and all of lots 8 and 9, block 6-Proposed Present Zoning: Single Family Residential (R-1-AA) Classification for designation: Individual Listing for Architectural Significance I I I I I I I I W o D D CO -- LEGEND -- I aC . • N.E. 5TH ST. THE c ISI AND DRIVE • AMELUNG ' w HOUSE �Z IM 1I HISTORIC DESIGNATION N.E. 4TH ( BEACH DRIVE PROPOSAL SEA SPRAY AVE. 1125 VISTA DEL MAR i. SUBJECT AREA tANDOYWAY LANE I ) 0 WATERWAY LANE u J _1 o w— SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION m cc zz Cr N _ 0 PCN#:12-43-46-16-18-000-0021 1 LAING N.E. RD II= LLI DELR AY APPROXIMATE ACREAGE:0.34 - ABRIDGED LEGAL DESCRIPTION DELRAQ BEACH VISTA DEL MAR DRIVE , ESPLANADEWY 1/2OFLOT2, I( • LOT3&S.10FT.ABND 17 S P L 4 N A D = hi? LAING ST.LYG N.OF&ADJ TO A Z ZONING:R-1-AA(SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) BEACH QDORCHESTER Z FLUM:LD(LOW DENSITY • a CO—OP RESIDENTIAL,0-5 UNITS/ACRE) THOMAS STREET EXISTING LAND USAGE: N.E. 2ND CT. -I EAST WIND .4c SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE J��, BEACH CLUBS O WITHIN TRAFFIC ANALYSIS I--- v BERKSHIRE D: ZONE:#653 ` / ` WITHIN CENSUS / TRACT:#74.01 / N.E.. 1ST CT Q DRIVE g Li THE SEA , I 0 cn i a L. GROSVENORce / V ci -- PLANNING }_ k ZONING DEPARTMENT Q HOUSEcn �T LOWRY STREET MANOR HOUSE 1V C 6CONDO 5 1- DELRAY \ FIRE STA. Uri ' - .k-,`� SUMMIT GROVE NO. 2 VI-- -.` ' �(/ �E ,�, QP z CONDO W \ , CONDO a i N �� a itr I Q S �Q BARR > LONG-RANGE DIVISION TERRACE .1V DIGITAL BASE-MAPPING A- kJ GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CONDO SPANISH DELRAY BEACH W O SYSTEM RIVER MARRIOTT J MAP REFERENCE#:LM708 RESORT > —JUNE 2003 -- A T L A N T I C AVENUE 0 WATERWAY EAST o N a a ��COMMERCIAL —¢ Q1 CONDO — aZG � _II/ BAR z ' �a JQ {• Wm HARBOUR `" im w— Zo U AY 'a , • CONDO cr L. o I m f 0 Q \\ III. DISTRICT INVENTORY N/A IV. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE While there have been several owners of the property, none of whom were known to make significant contributions to the development of Delray Beach, the Cape Code style residence is significant to Delray Beach in its reflection of a prominent architectural style and development period in the 1930s and 1940s. V. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE Introduction to Sears Houses In the early 20th century, from roughly 1908 to 1940, the Sears & Roebuck Co. offered approximately 450 models of kit houses through their mail order catalog. These "modern" homes were shipped to the area via rail and were assemble by the owner or local contractors. During their heyday approximately 100,000 home packages were sold nationwide. The package included the entire house complete with timber, paint, nails, hardware, and instruction booklet, each numbered for a streamlined assembly by the novice or professional. One such house made its way to Delray Beach and was constructed in 1937 at 1125 Vista Del Mar. The kit house displays a Cape Cod style charm which was a distinctive style of architecture in the 1930'3 and 1940's in Delray Beach as seen in the Nassau Park Historic District. This particular style of Sears house was known as "The Milford" model which accommodated five rooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and breakfast area. Architectural Description The 1937 two-story, four bay, frame house displays wood shiplap siding, casement windows including two gabled dormers, a front-facing gable entryway, and side-facing gable roof. A chimney lies to the west of the center of the building, asymmetrical to the entryway. The façade is symmetrical with the exception of the one-story extension on the east elevation. Renovations &Additions While the house closely resembles its original design, several additions to upgrade the floor plan have been completed since the date of construction. In the early 1940's two sun porches were added, one on the east side of the house; the other on the west. In the 1950's a bathroom was added upstairs. While these additions have altered the floor plan of the residence, the renovations have been minimal and can be considered historic in their own right as they were completed over fifty years ago. Further, the exterior of the building has been minimally altered retaining the original character of the Sears house. VI. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE The 1937, Sears Roebuck and Company mail order house known as "The Milford" style was previously owned by the Amelung Family who owned the home until 2003. The home was recently purchased and is scheduled to be demolished and replaced with a new single story contemporary style home. The applicant is proposing the relocation of the building to 106 NE 12th St., in Dell Park, a vacant lot to the west of the extant single family home, and surrounded by four existing 1930's dwellings which all share distinct architectural characteristics of that period: Frame Vernacular, Bungalow, and Mission- Revival. All of which are situated on 50' wide lots with single loaded driveways. Relocating the structure to the site will not only be in keeping with the charming character of the street, it will also prevent the demolition of a significant architectural dwelling and prevent new home construction on the vacant lot on NE 12th Street, outside of the protection of a designated historic district which may or may not be in keeping with the same style of architecture from that period. Pursuant to LDR Section 4.5.1(B)(3), as stated in Section V. Architectural Significance, the building meets the criteria of architectural significance due to its retention of original materials, its architectural integrity, age, unique archjtectural style which was prevalent in Delray Beach in the 1930s and 1940s but rare in today's built environment, and due to the unique construction associated with a Sears mail order house. Further, designation will protect the house from imminent demolition and protect detrimental alteration of the building once relocated. . VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND SOURCES 1. "Delray Beach Historic Sites Survey", by John P. Johnson. Published by the Palm Beach County Preservation Board, Palm Beach County, Florida. 2. "The House that Sears Built - A Delray Beach Family Finds Warmth and Tradition in a Sears Catalog Home", byline Ava Van de Water, Palm Beach Post February 28, 1993, Final Edition, Home and Garden Section, page 1 H. 3. Oral interview: Richard Amelung, former owner. 4. Dorothy W. Patterson, Archivist, Delray Beach Historical Society, Delray Beach, FL. 5. "The Houses that Sears Built", by Rosemary Thornton, Gentle Beam Publications, Alton, IL, March 2002. 6. "Sears and Roebuck Homes 1908 to 1940, Chicago, IL", Arts and Crafts Archives, Arts and Crafts Society, 1194 Bandera Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.