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1993 AGENDA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
Meeting Date: April 2, 1997
Type of Meeting: Regular Meeting
Location: First Floor Conference Room
Time: 6:00 P.M.
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. Pursuant to F.S.286.0105.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• March 19, 1997
III. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS
A. COA-301-Continuation. 19 South Swinton Avenue. Old School
Square Historic District. Bertha Laurent, Owner; Roy Massa,
Authorized Agent.
Approval for Site Plan, Landscape Plan and Design Elements
Associated with the Conversion of a Single Family Residence to a
Hair Dressing Salon.
IV. REPORTS AND COMMENTS
A. Reports from Historic District Representatives
B. Board Members
C. Staff
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V. ADJOURN
Pat Cayce
Historic Preservation Planner
POSTED ON: March 27, 1997
MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA
PUBLIC HEARING
MEETING DATE: APRIL 2, 1997
LOCATION: FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
I. ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 6:00 P.M. Upon roll call it was
determined that a quorum was present.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Vaughan, Vera Farrington, Debora Turner,
Susan Hurlburt (left 6:45), Betty Diggans, Anthony
Damiano
MEMBERS ABSENT: John Johnson
STAFF PRESENT: Pat Cayce, Claire Graham, Diana Mund
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The Minutes for the Regular Meeting of March 19, 1997 were before the Board for
consideration. Ms. Turner moved to approve the Minutes as presented. The motion
was seconded by Mr. Damiano and passed 6-0.
III. CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS:
A. COA 97-301 Continuation: 19 S. Swinton Avenue; Old School Square
Historic District; Bertha Laurent, Owner; Roy Massa, Authorized Agent.
Item Before the Board: The action requested of the Board is that of approving
a COA for site plan, landscape plan, and design elements, associated with
the conversion of a single family residence to a hair salon.
It was moved by Ms. Turner, seconded by Ms. Farrington and passed 6-0 to
approve COA 97-301 Continuation for a waiver to LDR Section
4.6.16(H)(3)(d) to waive a requirement to provide a 5' landscape strip along
the north property line for approximately 29'.
It was moved by Ms. Turner, seconded by Ms. Farrington and passed 6-0 to
approve COA 97-301 Continuation for a waiver to LDR Section
4.6.16(H)(3)(d) to reduce the 5' landscape strip along the south property line
for approximately 29' to a minimum of 3'.
It was moved by Ms. Farrington, seconded by Ms. Hurlburt and passed 6-0 to
approve COA 97-301 Continuation for the site plan for the Images Hair
Design based upon positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance
Standards) of the Land Development Regulations, Section 3.3.3 (Standards
for Site Plan Actions), Section 2.4.5(F)(5), and policies of the Comprehensive
Plan with the following condition:
• That the sign be similar in design to the Design Guidelines and approved
by the City's Sign Review Committee.
It was moved by Ms. Turner, seconded by Ms. Hurlburt and passed 6-0 to
approve COA 97-301 Continuation for the landscape plan for Images Hair
Design based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.6.16 with
the following conditions:
1. That an accent plant such as Hibiscus tree be added to the front (south
elevation) of the building;
2. That the 13 Coco Plum on the outside of the covered porch be moved to
the rear (north elevation) where there are missing foundation plantings;
and,
3. That the a low bed of ground cover such as Day Lilies be used to replace
the Coco Plum.
It was moved by Ms. Hurlburt, seconded by Ms. Turner and passed 6-0 to
approve COA 97-301 Continuation for the elevations for Images Hair Design
based upon positive findings with respect to LDR Section 4.5.1(E) with the
following conditions:
• That all of the exterior doors, iron work porch supports, attic vent, and
fascia be painted the peach accent color.
At this point on the agenda Ms. Hurlburt left the meeting.
By consensus the Board amended the agenda to add Items B and C.
B. COA 97-302 Continuation: 708 S.E. 3rd Street; Contributing Single Family
Residence; Marina Historic District; Ron Bizick, Owner; Doug Bloss,
Authorized Agent.
Item Before the Board: The action requested of the Board is that of approving
a COA for a change in the plans for windows, French doors, and the garage
door.
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It was moved by Ms. Turner, seconded by Ms. Farrington and passed 5-0 to
approve COA 97-302 Continuation for the following changes:
1 . The use of a 6" stucco surround band and muntins on the arched pane of
glass on all circle head windows and doors;
2. The change from windows to French doors on the east elevation;
3. The change in the garage door openings from arched to squared;
4. That the applicant come back to the Board with a photo for approval of the
change in the type of garage door; and,
5. That a revised drawing for the south elevation showing the loggia be
provided for the project file.
C. COA 8-219 Continuation Pre-Application: 325 S.E. 7th Avenue;
Contributing Single Family Residence; Marina Historic District; James
Kolleda, Owner.
Item Before the Board: The action requested of the Board is that of a pre-
application review and comment on a proposal to add a roofed patio to the
front of a single family residence, which will require a variance. The Board
had previously reviewed this proposal at their February 5, 1997 meeting and
felt it had the look of a carport.
The Board felt that the revised rendering greatly improved the project and
removed the "carport look" of the roof. The Board recommended that the
applicant return with a request for the required variance, and at the same
meeting, submit a formal COA application including the north, west, and south
elevations for the roofed area. The elevations are to be drawn by an
architect.
IV. REPORTS AND COMMENTS:
A. Reports from Historic District Representatives
None
B. Board Members
None
C. Staff
Ms. Cayce informed the Board of the Historic Homeownership Assistance Act
being presented to Congress by Senator Bob Graham.
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V. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business before the Board, moved to adjourn the meeting at
7:20 P.M., seconded by and passed 5-0.
The undersigned is the Secretary of the Historic Preservation Board and the information
provided herein is the Minutes of the meeting of said body for April 2, 1997, which were
formally adopted and approved by the Board on April 16, 1997.
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Diana Mund
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.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH ---STAFF REPORT---
MEETING DATE: - April 2, 1997
AGENDA ITEM: III. A
ITEM: Site Plan Approval to convert a portion of an existing residential
structure into a hair salon, located at on the east side of Swinton
Avenue, south of Atlantic Avenue (19 S. Swinton Avenue).
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• GENERAL DATA:
Owner/Applicant Bertha Laurent
Agent Roy Massa
Location East side of S. Swinton Avenue, south of Atlantic Avenue
Property Size 0.15 Acre
Future Land Use Map Mixed Use
Current Zoning - OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District)
Adjacent Zoning North: OSSHAD
East: OSSHAD
South: OSSHAD
West: OSSHAD
Existing Land Use Existing single family residence with associated parking and
landscaping.
Proposed Land Use Conversion of a 1,092 sq. ft. portion of an existing 1,519 sq. ft. structure
to a hair salon, carport enclosure, interior renovations, removal of
existing front driveway and installation of 4 (four) paver parking spaces,
and associated landscaping.
Water Service Existing on site.
Sewer Service Existing on site.
The item before the Board is consideration of COA 8-301, which incorporates the
following aspects of the development proposal for Images Hair Design (19 S.
Swinton Avenue):
❑ Site Plan
❑ Landscape Plan
❑ Architectural Elevations
❑ Waivers to the following LDR Section:
LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(3)(d) - A request to waive a requirement to
provide a 5' landscape strip along the north property line for
approximately 29'.
LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(3)(d) - A request to reduce the requirement to
provide a 5' landscape strip along the south property line to a minimum
of 3' for approximately 29'.
The subject property is located on the east side of S. Swinton Avenue, south of
Atlantic Avenue.
BA�KGROUiVD:
The subject property consists of Lot 9, Block 69, Town of Delray and the site is located
in the OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District)zoning district.
The single family, mid-century vernacular residence was constructed in 1940. The
structure is of reinforced masonry and wood construction on a concrete foundation.
The roof is asphalt shingle and aluminum awning windows have replaced the original
wood frames.
The Board reviewed the proposal at its meeting of January 22, 1997 and granted a
partial COA in order to permit interior alterations to commence, but deferred action on
the waivers, site plan, landscape plan and elevations until requested information was
submitted. Revised site and landscape plans and elevations have been submitted
and are now before the Board.
The development proposal is the conversion of the existing residential structure into a
hair salon . The following improvements are proposed:
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❑ Conversion of an 878 sq. ft. portion of the existing 1,519 sq. ft. structure
to a hair salon;
❑ Enclosure of the 214 sq. ft. carport to be utilized for the hair salon (total
1,092 sq. ft.);
❑ Interior renovations;
❑ Removal of the existing front driveway and replacement with sod and a
sidewalk, and installation of a four space paver brick parking area
adjacent to the alley (eastern property line);
❑ Installation of a paver walkway system;
❑ Installation of associated landscaping and swale areas.
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COMPLIANCE WITH LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
Items identified in the Land Development Regulations shall specifically be
addressed by the body taking final action on the site and development
application/request.
Parking Requirement
The proposed conversion will result in a total of 1,092 square feet of commercial
space. Per LDR Section 4.4.24(F)(4)(a), the parking requirement for non-residential
• uses may be reduced to one parking space per 400 sq. ft. of total area, or by at least
one space, where there is a mix of residential and non-residential use in the same
structure. Per 4.4.24(G)(6), a one-time reduction of one parking space is permitted.
A total of 2.7 parking spaces are required for the beauty salon, and 1.5 parking
spaces are required for the residential (one bedroom) area, for a total of 4.2 spaces,
or 5 spaces. The applicant has proposed a total of 4 spaces, including 1 handicap.
With the reduction of one space a total of 4 spaces are required. Thus, the parking
requirement for this project is met.
In reviewing the floorplan for the project, it is noted the existing storage area has the
potential to be convertible to a living area. Occupation of the storage area as a
separate dwelling is not allowed without provision of additional parking.
Parking Area
A revised site plan was submitted on March 21, 1997. The plan provides brick pavers
in the parking area. The plan was revised to relocate the southernmost parking space
approximately 3' from the south property line in order to provide 3' of the required 5'
landscape strip. At the City Engineer's request, an existing FPL pole located in the
proposed parking spaces will be relocated.
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Open Space
Pursuant to Section 4.3.4(K) (Development Matrix), within the OSSHAD zone district,
25% non-vehicular open space is required. The proposed project provides for 43.4%
open space, which exceeds the requirement.
Site Lighting
Low voltage walkway lighting are proposed in the front of the building, and exterior
lighting fixtures including a light fixture mounted at roof height and flood lights are
proposed on the side and at the rear of the building.
Paver Walkway
Paver walkways are proposed in the front, side and rear of the structure. The paver
system will consist of 2 3/8" thick brick placed on a 2" compacted sand and 6"
compacted limerock base.
Roll Out Cart and Air Conditioner
A roll out cart and air conditioner are proposed along the south side of the building,
and will be screened by a new 6' wood fence with gates and a Ficus hedge. A letter
from BFI states the proposed location of the roll out carts is acceptable.
LNI�SCAPE PA�I ANALYSjS.
The applicant submitted a revised landscape plan for the site. The landscape plan
indicates 2 proposed Yellow Tabebuia trees in the front yard, 2 Mahogany trees in the
rear, and Queen Palm trees in front of, and behind, the proposed carport enclosure.
Cocoplum hedging is proposed as a foundation planting in the front and rear of the
building. Daylilys are proposed on the north side, adjacent the carport enclosure, and
Ficus Benjamina is proposed on the south side to screen the proposed air conditioner
and roll out trash container.- Ficus Benjamina is proposed-along the south property
line adjacent the parking area. The balance of the landscape areas are to be sodded
with St. Autustine Floratam.
Pursuant to LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(3)(d), a 5' landscape strip is required adjacent
vehicular use areas. The applicant has submitted a letter requesting a waiver not to
require a landscape area along the north property line, and a reduction to 3' along the
south property line. The applicant has also stated the north property line abuts an
existing planting buffer, and that a new Ficus hedge with Mahogany trees every 30
feet is proposed in conjunction with the proposed office building to the north. If this
buffer was in place, versus proposed with future development no waiver would be
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required pursuant to LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(f) which allows one common buffer. The
City Horticulturist has no objection to the requested waivers.
The south front 30" window will be relocated and a second 30" window will be added
to create a 60" window opening. The existing south front window is awning in style.
The Board approved the use of #24 single hung mill finished aluminum windows for
new and replacement windows. However, the plans do not specify that the enlarged
south front window is to be single hung. This will be noted as a condition of approval.
A 60" window to match the reconfigured front south window will be installed on the
front elevation of the enclosed carport. Two #24 single hung windows will be installed
on the north elevation of the carport. A new wood door will be installed on the east
elevation of the enclosed carport, and on the north elevation of the existing residence.
The carport enclosure will be painted white to match the existing building, and the trim
is to be peach/coral. A color swatch will be available at the meeting.
OTHER ITEMS
Sign
A proposed sign location is noted on the site plan. A sign will need to be submitted for
review by the Board, and is attached as a condition of approval.
RE. UI
Pursuant to Section 3.1.1 (Required Findings), prior to the approval of
development applications, certain findings must be made in a form which is part
of the official record. This may be achieved through information on the
application, the Staff Report, or Minutes. Findings shall be made by the body
which has the authority to approve or deny the development application. These
findings relate to the following areas:
Section 3.1.1(A) - Future Land Use Map:
The subject property has a Mixed Use Future Land Use Map designation and an
OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) zoning designation. The OSSHAD
zoning district is consistent with the Mixed Use Land Use Map designation. Pursuant
to LDR Section 4.4.24(B)(7), a beauty salon is a permitted use within the OSSHAD
zoning district. Based upon the above, a positive finding can be made with respect to
the Future Land Use Map.
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Section 3.1.1 (B) - Concurrency:
As described in Appendix A, a positive finding of concurrency can be made as it
relates to water, sewer, drainage, parks and recreation, open space, and solid waste.
A discussion on traffic as it pertains to concurrency is provided below.
Traffic
At its meeting of December 5, 1995, the City Commission adopted the City's TCEA
(Traffic Concurrency Exemption Area) designation, which encompasses the CBD,
OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) and the West Atlantic Avenue
Business Corridor. The TCEA exempts the above described areas from complying
with the Palm Beach County Traffic Performance Standards Ordinance. Therefore, a
traffic study is not required for concurrency purposes, however, a traffic statement is
necessary to keep a record of trips approved in the TCEA and for calculation of traffic
impact fees.
A traffic statement was submitted indicating the proposed use would generate a total
of 101 Average Daily Trips (retail center - 92.4 trips per 1,000 sq. ft.) The number of
trips generated by this use is small and can be easily handled by the existing road
network.
Section 3.1.1 (C) -Consistency (Standards for Site Plan Actions):
As described in Appendix B, a positive finding of consistency can be made as it
relates to Standards for Site Plan Actions.
Section 3.1.1 (D) - Compliance with the Land Development Regulations:
As described under the Site Plan Analysis of this report, a positive finding of
compliance with the LDRs can be made, provided the conditions of approval are
addressed.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES:
A review of the objectives and policies of the adopted Comprehensive Plan was
conducted and the following applicable policy is noted.
Land Use Element Policy C-3.3 - Alleys located within the Old School Square
Historic District on either side of Swinton Avenue shall remain and be made
available for access to abutting properties. Accordingly, these alleys shall not
be abandoned to private interests.
Use of the alleys for access and parking is encouraged for redevelopment of
properties within the Old School Square Historic Arts District. This conversion to a
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beauty salon proposes both access and parking adjacent the north/south alleyway
within this block (Block 69).
Section 2.4.5(F)(5) (Site Plan Findings):
Pursuant to Section 2.4.5(F)(5) (Findings), in addition to provisions of Chapter
Three, the approving body must make a finding that development of the
property pursuant to the site plan will be compatible and harmonious with the
adjacent and nearby properties and the City as a whole, so as not to cause
substantial depreciation of property values.
The subject property is surrounded by the OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts
District) zoning district. To the north is a vacant lot (proposed office building); south is
a historic structure containing a commercial and residence use; to the east is a vacant
lot; and to the west is a historic single family residence.
Compatibility with the adjacent residences and proposed office uses are not a major
concern as this structure will retain its residential appearance. The proposed beauty
salon will be low intensity in nature and is appropriate in a mixed use district. The
upgrading of the site will enhance property values in the area, and may be an
inducement for the upgrading of nearby properties.
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Community Redevelopment Agency:
At its meeting of January 9, 1997, the Community Redevelopment Agency reviewed
the request and recommended approval of the development proposal.
Neighborhood Notice:
Special Notice was provided to the Old School Square Homeowner's Association.
Letters of objection, if any, will be presented at the HPB meeting.
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The proposed use is consistent with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan and
Chapter 3 of the Land Development Regulations. The OSSHAD zone district was
created to help foster a mix of government, office, commercial, and residential uses in
a single district. The proposed beauty salon is compatible with the surrounding mix of
residential, commercial, and office uses and allows a use consistent with the purpose
of the OSSHAD zone district. The structure will retain its residential character and a
portion of the building will remain residential in use.
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1. Continue with direction and concurrence.
2. Approve COA 8-301 and the associated site plan and landscape plan and
elevations for Images Hair Design subject to conditions.
3. Deny COA 8-301 and the associated site plan and landscape plan and elevations
for Images Hair Design with the basis stated.
RE C OMM E N D EEYACTION
A. Waiver
1. Approve a waiver to LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(3)(d) to waive a requirement to
provide a 5' landscape strip along the north property line for approximately 29'.
2. Approve a waiver to LDR Section 4.6.16(H)(3)(d) to reduce the 5' landscape
strip along the south property line for approximately 29' to a minimum of 3'.
B. Site Plan
Approve COA 8-301 for the site plan for the Images Hair Design based upon
positive findings with respect to Chapter 3 (Performance Standards) of the Land
Development Regulations, Section 3.3.3 (Standards for Site Plan Actions), Section
2.4.5(F)(5), and policies of the Comprehensive Plan with the condition that a sign
be submitted for review by the Board.
C. Landscape Plan
Approve COA 8-301 for the landscape plan for Images Hair Design based upon
positive findings with respect to Section 4.6.16.
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D. Architectural Elevations r � �'
Approve COA 8-301 for the elevations for Images Hair Design based upon positive
findings with respect to Section 4.5.1(E), subject-to-the condition that the south
front windows be single hung to mat lii the north-front-windows.
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o Location Map
o Site and Landcape Plans
o Elevations
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GO Pursuant to Section 3.1.1(B) Concurrency as defined pursuant to Objective B-2
of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan must be met and a
determination made that the public facility needs of the requested land use
and/or development application will not exceed the ability of the City to fund and
provide, or to require the provision of, needed capital improvements for the
following areas:
Water and Sewer: With respect to water and sewer service, the following is noted:
o Water service is provided to the site via a 10" water main located in S. Swinton
Avenue.
o Sewer service is provided to the site via a 8" sewer main which is located within
the north/south alleyway adjacent to the subject property.
o Adequate fire suppression is provided to the site via a fire hydrant which is
located approximately 50' north of the subject site, adjacent Swinton Avenue.
Pursuant to the City's Comprehensive Plan, treatment capacity is available at the
City's Water Treatment Plant and the South Central County Waste Water Treatment
Plant for the City at build-out. Based upon the above, positive findings can be made
with respect to these level of service standards.
Drainage:
A drainage plan has been submitted indicating that drainage will be accommodated
on-site via swale areas in the front and back yards (Swales A, B, and C).
Traffic:
At its meeting of December 5, 1995, the City Commission adopted the City's TCEA
(Traffic Concurrency Exemption Area) designation, which encompasses the CBD,
OSSHAD (Old School Square Historic Arts District) and the West Atlantic Avenue
Business Corridor. The TCEA exempts the above described areas from complying
with the Palm Beach County Traffic Performance Standards Ordinance. Therefore, a
traffic study is not required for concurrency purposes, however, a traffic statement is
required and has been submitted.
A traffic statement was submitted indicating the proposed use would generate a total
of 101 Average Daily Trips (retail center - 92.4 trips per 1,000 sq. ft.) The number of
trips generated by this use is small and can be easily handled by the existing road
network.
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Parks and Open Space:
Park dedication requirements do not apply for nonresidential uses. Thus, the
proposed development will not have an impact with respect to this level of service
standard.
Solid Waste:
Solid waste generation rates are not available for beauty salons. Utilizing store retail
generation rates trash generated each year by the proposed beauty salon will be 10.2
pounds per square foot per year or 5.6 tons per year (10.2 lbs per sq. ft. x 1,092 sq.
ft.). The existing efficiency generates .8 tons per year, for a total solid waste
generation rate of 6.4 tons per year. The previous use (single family residence)
generated 1.99 tons per year. The proposal will result in an increase in trash
generation, however, it can be easily accommodated by the existing facilities. Thus,
there will be no impacts be significant with respect to level of service standards.
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APPENDIX B
STANDARDS FOR SITE PLAN ACTIONS `'
A. Building design, landscaping, and lighting (glare) shall be such that they
do not create unwarranted distractions or blockage of visibility as it
pertains to traffic circulation.
Not applicable
Meets intent of standard X
Does not meet intent
B. Appropriate separation of travelways is made for vehicles, bicycles, and
pedestrians in a manner consistent with objective D-1 of the Traffic
Element.
Not applicable
Meets intent of standard X
Does not meet intent
C. Open Space enhancements described in Open Space and Recreation
Objective B-1, are appropriately addressed.
Not applicable
Meets intent of standard X
Does not meet intent
D. That any street widening associated with the development shall not be
detrimental upon desired character and cohesiveness of affected
residential areas.
Not applicable L
Meets intent of standard
Does not meet intent
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E. Development of vacant land which is zoned for residential purposes shall
be planned in a manner which is consistent with adjacent development
regardless of zoning designations.
Not applicable X
Meets intent of standard
Does not meet intent
F. Vacant property shall be developed in a manner so that the future use and
intensity are appropriate in terms of soil, topographic, and other
applicable physical considerations; complementary to adjacent land
uses; and fulfills remaining land use needs.
Not applicable X
Meets intent of standard
Does not meet intent
G. In order to provide for more balance demographic mix, the development
of "large scale adult oriented communities" on the remaining vacant land
is discouraged.
Not applicable X
Meets intent of standard
Does not meet intent
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_ SIGNAGE
Sign design and placement in a Historic District or a Historic 0
Ma......
a Site is an important element.While preservationists believe the
building facade 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 0
site. 0
The District's character is maintained when signage does not
el
cause visual disruption. The sign should not obscure any
architectural feature or detail of a building, or interface with ftl
el
ture.
�rel
• p the views and appreciation of the bu011
ilding. Signage should
` •
` 4 compliment and not overwhelm or compete with the architec- el
til
�,� � , '' • Si n st le should reflect the appropriate ell
g y pp oprtate architectural el
eill
ell
5 periods.
�C�rr more • Sign dimensions should be in proportion to the building's
IP
g��� ell
size.
°� • Appropriately designed lighted signs enhance a District.
f The exterior source of lighting should be concealed. Neon 40
signs in wEl
indows are more appropriate depending on
location and relationship to facade.
0111
re
• Ground signs or canopy signs are recommended for El
professional/commercial businesses in residentially scaledlig
116
areas.
• Window signs which are painted, attached, or visible
through a window should cover no more than 20% of a
glass panel,and are limited to one per business(more than
` one window sign is permitted as long as the total does not
s�� °
gyp � aggregateover 20%).
p,r� Y4� - s
1. � 1, -, - y� � � • House names are permitted above the entrance doors or
placed on a masonry perimeter wall or picket fence.
Top:Attention to derail included this early house sign. Almost all early Bungalows and Spanish Style residences
Bottom: Bungalow, villa, and mansion owners delighted in were named before house numbering systems were de-
naming their homes before WW ii. veloped.
47
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March 20, 1997
To: Interested Florida Parties
From: Senator Bob Graham
Re: Historic Homeownership Assistance Act
As a party with an interest in historic preservation, I wanted to
take the opportunity to inform you of legislation I .am
introducing this week.
My colleague, Senator John Chafee (R-RI) , and I are introducing
the Historic Homeownership Assistance Act. Our bipartisan bill
is aimed at promoting the preservation of historic neighborhoods
through a tax credit for qualified rehabilitation expenses.
The bill will be referred to the Senate Finance Committee, on
which I serve. I am attaching copies of my floor statement as
well as the letter we distributed throughout the Senate. I
welcome your thoughts on this matter as the 105th Congress moves
forward. On my staff, please contact Ryan McCormick .
(PH: 202/224-4125, FAX: 202/224-2237) with any further questions
or recommendations.
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COSPONSOR THE HISTORIC HOMEOWNERSHIP ASSISTANCE ACT """`-Cbd'60Q"h0ICC.5'4a(t.gc
Dear Colleague:
We are writing to urge you to cosponsor legislation that will promote historic preservation and home
ownership. Our bill, the Historic Homeownership Assistance Act,would extend the Historic Rehabilitation
Tax Credit to homeowners who rehabilitate or purchase a newly rehabilitated eligible home and occupy it as
a principal residence.
The present federal historic rehabilitation tax credit is available only for property used in a trade or
business or held for the production of income. Expanding the tax credit to include historic residences would
promote home ownership,.create incentives for preservation of historic buildings and districts, and stimulate
economic revival in decaying neighborhoods and communities across the nation. Under the bile
- 20%of qualified rehabilitation expenditures could be credited against a homeowner's federal
income tax liability, up to a cumulative total of$50,000.
Both single-family and multi-family homes(condos and coops)would qualify for the credit.A
developer may rehabilitate a qualifying property for sale,and pass the credit through to the
home buyer. If the property is resold within five years, recapture rules would apply.
— A taxpayer without sufficient tax liability may elect to use the credit to buy down the
interest rate on the mortgage or,when buying a home in a distressed area,to lower the
downpayment. •
— Qualifying properties would include those buildings listed individually on the National Register
of Historic Places or on a nationally certified state or local register, as well as contributing
buildings in national,state and local historic districts.
•
We hope that you will agree that a historic homeownership tax credit can make a meaningful
contribution to the security of American families and communities. Please contact Sob Greenawalt
(Chafee) at 4-6185 or Russ Sullivan(Graham)4-1550 if you wish to be an original cosponsor of this
legislation or if you have any questions. Attached is a summary of this legislation.
Sincerely,
Utilao
J n hafee � Bob Graham
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Statement by Senator Bob Graham
in the united States Senate
Concerning the Introduction of
The Historic Homeownership Assistance Act
March 20, 1997 .
Mr. President, today I join my colleague Senator Chafee in
support of The Historic Homeownership Assistance Act. This bill
would spur growth and preservation of historic neighborhoods
across the country by providing a limited tax credit for
qualified rehabilitation expenditures to historic homes.
An understanding of the history of the United States serves as
one of the cornerstones supporting this great nation. We find
American history reflected not only in books, films, and stories,
but also in physical structures, including schools, churches,
county courthouses, mills, factories, and personal residences.
The bill that Senator Chafee and I are co-sponsoring focuses on
the preservation of historic residences. The bill will assist
Americans who want to safeguard, maintain, and reside in these
homes which chronicle America's past.
The Historic Homeownership Assistance Act will stimulate
rehabilitation of historic homes while contributing to the
revitalization of urban communities. The federal tax credit
provided in the legislation is modeled after the existing federal
commercial historic rehabilitation tax credit. Since 1981, this
commercial tax credit has facilitated the preservation of many •
historic structures across this great land. For example in the
last two decades, in my home state of Florida, $238 million in
private capital was invested in over 325 historic rehabilitation
projects. These investments helped preserve Ybor City in Tampa
and the Springfield Historic District. in Jacksonville.
• The tax credit, however, has never applied to personal
residences. it is time to provide an incentive to individuals to
restore and preserve homes in America's historic communities.
The Historic Homeownership Assistance Act targets Americans at
all economic levels. The bill provides lower income Americans
with the option to elect a Mortgage Credit Certificate in lieu of
the tax credit. This certificate allows Americans who cannot
take advantage of the tax credit to reduce the interest rate on
their mortgage that secures the purchase and rehabilitation of a
historic home.
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For example, if a lower-income family were to purchase a $35,000'' 41`1,1
home which included $25, 000 worth of qualified rehabilitation
expenditures, it would be entitled to a $5,000 Historic
Rehabilitation Mortgage Credit Certificate which could be used to
reduce interest payments on the mortgage. This provision would
enable families to obtain a home and preserve historic
neighborhoods when they would be unable to do so otherwise.
Mr. President, the time has come for Congress to get serious •
about urban renewal. For too long, we have sat on the sidelines
watching -idly as our citizens slowly abandoned entire homes and
neighborhoods in urban settings, leaving cities like Miami in
Florida and others around the nation in financial jeopardy. For
example, according to U.S. Census data, in the decade from 1980
to 1990, Chicago lost 41,000 housing units, Philadelphia 10, 000,
and St. Louis 7,000. The erosion of a sense of community and
culture once shared by our urban nieghborhoods and towns further
magnifies the loss.
By addressing years of neglect and a general decline in
investment in our older neighborhoods, this bill will empower
families and individuals with the financial incentives needed to
revitalize historic housing in our urban communities.
Recognizing that the states can best administer laws affecting
unique communities, the Act gives power to the Secretary of the
Interior to work with states to implement a number -of the
provisions.
The Historic Homeownership Assistance Act does not, however,
reflect an untried proposal. In addition to the existing
commercial historic rehabilitation credit, the proposed bill
incorporates features from several state tax incentives for the
-preservation of historic homes. Colorado, Maryland, New Mexico,
Rhode Island, Wisconsin, and Utah have pioneered their own
successful versions of a historic preservation tax incentive for
homeownership.
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At the• federal level, this legislation would promote historic
home preservation nationwide, allowing future generations of
Americans to. visit and reside in homes that tell the unique
history of our communities. The Historic Homeownership •
Assistance Act will offer enormous potential for saving historic
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homes and bringing entire neighborhoods back to life.
I urge my colleagues to support this bill for the preservation of
history. •