HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-02-08 Historic MIN
ASHLAND HISTORIC COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
February 8, 2012
Community Development/Engineering Services Building – 51 Winburn Way – Siskiyou Room
CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR MEETING, 6:00 pm
Historic Commissioners Present: Dale Shostrom, Keith Swink, Tom Giordano, Allison Renwick, Kerry Kencairn,
Terry Skibby, Sam Whitford, Tobin Fisher
Commission Members Absent: Ally Phelps
Council Liaison: Michael Morris
High School Liaison: None Appointed
SOU Liaison: None Appointed
Staff Present: Planner: Amy Gunter; Clerk: Billie Boswell
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ms. Renwick moved to approve the January 4, 2012 minutes. The motion was seconded by Mr. Whitford and was
approved unanimously.
Mr. Whitford moved to approve the December 7, 2012 minutes. The motion was seconded by Mr. Swink and was
approved unanimously.
PUBLIC FORUM: No one in the audience wished to speak.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT: Mike Morris – No report.
PUBLIC HEARING:
PLANNING ACTION: 2011-01656 (Continuation)
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 159 Alida
APPLICANT: Erika Karnitz
DESCRIPTION: A request for a Site Design Review permit for a 400 square foot accessory residential unit
to be constructed in the garage off of the alley for the property located at 159 Alida Street. No additions to the unit are
proposed. The applicant also is requesting an administrative exception to side yard buffering requirements and to not
pave the parking spaces.
Chairman Shostrom confirmed there were no conflicts of interest or exparte contact. Ms. Gunter went over the
additional plans and detail supplied by the applicant. Chairman Shostrom asked if the lean-to structure would
remain. Ms. Gunter said it would stay and be used for bike parking. There was discussion regarding the lack of a
sense of entry off the alley but concluded it was OK because it was an alley.
Mr. Skibby made a motion to recommend approval of the project as presented. Mr. Fisher seconded the motion and
it was approved unanimously.
.
Ashland Historic Commission Minutes 1
4/12/2022
PLANNING ACTION: 2011-01755 (Continued)
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 181 Morse
APPLICANT: Reichenshammer Building Design for the Malm’s
DESCRIPTION: A request for a Conditional Use Permit to exceed the Maximum Permitted Floor Area
(MPFA) within a Historic District by 9 percent or 262 square feet to allow for a 699 square foot addition to the existing
488 square foot cottage. Properties in the Historic Districts are allowed a specific square footage of structures in
relationship to the size of the parcel. The removal of a six-inch in diameter at breast height apple tree is also
requested to be removed.
Ms. Gunter pointed out the changes made by the applicants to apply the suggestions of the Historic Commission.
The net resulted in 20 square feet less than originally than originally requested to exceed MPFA. There were several
comments from the Commissioners praising how well the applicants responded to the suggestions and how well the
final design turned out.
Mr. Giordano made a motion to recommend approval of the project as amended. Ms Renwick seconded the motion
and it passed unanimously. Mr. Giordano thanked the applicants for their cooperation.
PLANNING ACTION: 2012-0001
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 237 B St.
APPLICANT: Schnitzer
DESCRIPTION: A request for a Conditional Use Permit to convert an existing office in the R-2 zoning
district into a 3-unit Travelers Accommodation located at 237 B Street. The proposal will create four off-street parking
spaces in the rear of the property off of the alley. No exterior additions or modifications to the structure are proposed.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Low-Density Multi-Family; ZONING: R-2; ASSESSOR’S MAP: 39 1E
09BA; TAX LOT: 5400
Ms. Gunter explained that the interior spaces would be repurposed to create the three units including an additional
bath. Chairman Shostrom asked about exterior changes. A rear doorway and stairs would be removed and the
exterior wall closed in. There was also discussion about the interior bathrooms and their accessibility to the guests.
There being no further questions and no one in the audience wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Ms. Kencairn made a motion to recommend approval of the project as presented. Mr. Swink seconded the motion
and it passed unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Review Board Schedule
th
February 9 Terry, Keith, Allison
th
February 16 Terry, Kerry, Tobin
rd
February 23 Terry, Tom, Sam
st
March 1 Terry, Ally, Dale
th
March 8 Terry, Keith, Tobin
Ashland Historic Commission Minutes 2
4/12/2022
B. Project Assignments for Planning Actions – no changes
BD-2007-01764 160 Helman (Batzer-Comm Bldgs) {Recession Extension approved)} Shostrom/Giordano
PA-2007-01939 175 Lithia Wy (formerly 165 Lithia) Archerd & Dresner-Mixed Use Bldg – (Expired 7/25/10) Renwick
BD-2011-00855 165 W Fork – New SFR on hillside (new owner-Suncrest Hms) (under construction)
Swink/Shostrom
BD-2011-00436 426 A St (Sidney Brown) Mixed Use Bldg (permit issued 5-18-11))
Giordano
PA-2009-00785 255 E Main (Ashland Elks) Balcony on rear (No permit yet; expired 8/27/10.)
Swink
PA-2010-00069 175 N Pioneer (Deli) Terrell (Previous owner taking back ownership & fixing) Shostrom
BD-2011-01029 400 Allison (Robin Biermann) New SFR (Ready to issue) Whitford/Renwick
BD-2011-00820 156 Seventh (Annie McIntyre) (Issued 7-12-11) Renwick
BD-2011-00368 928 C St (92 Eighth St) (Charter) ARU (issued 7-11-11)) Swink
BD-2011-01059 260 First St (Syken) house to retail sales (appealed-bldg permit issued 8-25-11) Phelps
PA-2011-00244 485 A St (Hoxmeier) enclosed porch & food truck (no permit) Giordano
BD-2011-01079 134 Terrace (Allman) New SFR (issued 2-17-12) Whitford
BD-2011-00621 89 Oak St (Amorotico) New façade on building (near C of O) Shostrom
BD-2011-00802 66 Scenic (Forsyth) Solar Variance (issued 7-15-11) Phelps
PL-2011-01781 191 Oak St (Cycle Sport) Site Design for enlarging garage (issued 1-31-12) Kencairn
PL-2011-01656 181 Morse (Malms) CUP to exceed MPFA for ARU Fisher
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Solar Panel Green Code Update – Brandon Goldman explained a Municipal Code amendment to allow solar
energy systems in Commercial and Employment zoning within the Historic District. If 3 design criteria are
met, site review would be waived. The criteria would apply as long as the energy system cannot be seen
above a parapet or from a public right-of-way. If it goes through Planning Commission and City Council it
could be in place by early May. The amendments also include allowing a 3’ encroachment into setbacks for
eaves; deer fencing; and rainwater systems in setbacks. Any concerns or comments need to be submitted
to Planning Commission by 2-14-2012.
B. Historic Preservation Week – Ms. Gunter said the theme of this year’s event is “Discover America’s Hidden
th
Gems”. She asked for ideas for our event. Mr. Skibby suggested tying into the Ashland Library’s 100
Anniversary. Ms. Renwick suggested a picture gallery. Ms. Kencairn thought a Cemetery Clean-up Day
should be included. Mr. Skibby said he would do a walking tour. It was suggested that the theme be to
highlight some of the “quirkey” history of Ashland. The third week in May was selected and the award
ceremony location was discussed. Incorporating the Railroad Museum was also suggested. There was
discussion of coordinating with the “Meet the Pioneers” organizers. It was also suggested that the Historic
Preservation League be asked to host a workshop. Mr. Skibby and Mr. Shostrom said they would look into
the Ashland Library and the Railroad Museum as possible meeting sites. Ms. Boswell will prepare a
nominations list for eligible award projects completed in the Historic District over the past 2 years.
DISCUSSION ITEMS: Ms. Gunter said she would arrange a tour of the Gun Club for mid to late April.
ADJOURNMENT:
It was the unanimous decision of the Commission to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m.
Ashland Historic Commission Minutes 3
4/12/2022