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ASHLAND HISTORIC COMMISSION
Minutes
May 7, 2003
CALL TO ORDER
At 7:05 p.m., Chairperson Dale Shostrom called the meeting to order in the Sis__k_iyou Room, located in the
Community Development/Engineering Services Building at 51 Winbum Way. In addition to Shostrom, members
present were Terry Skibby, Keith Chambers, Alex Krach and Sam Whitford. Also present were Associate Planner
Mark Knox, Council Liaison John Mordson and Secretary Sonja Akerman. Members Jay Leighton, Tom Giordano,
Joanne Krippaehne and Rob Saladoff were unable to attend.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS
Knox introduced new members Alex Krach and Sam Whitford to the Commission.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chambers moved and Skibby seconded to approve the Apdl 2, 2003 minutes as submitted. The motion passed
with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC HEARING
Planning Action 2003-045
Site Review
230/232 VanNess Avenue
Serin Eggling and Sherri Morgan
Knox reported the applicants are proposing to build a third residential unit that will be attached to the existing
duplex. The new unit will replace the existing garage/storage building and will be built on the same footprint with
an additional 34 square feet. It will be connected to the existing duplex by a roof. The existing house was built in
1948 and will not be altered. The parking area that will be paved was a concern for Staff because of the potential
impact the paving would have on the histodc resources of the area. However, a reciprocal easement with the
adjacent neighbor was granted to allow common use access since the driveways are contiguous. This will cut down
on the amount of paving required while also allowing adequate parking on the site. In Staff's opinion, the application
is acceptable
Shostrom opened the public headng and it was noted there was no one in the audience to speak on behalf of the
applicants.
The Commission remarked the north elevation of the existing house was not drawn accurately. Shostrom stated
the elevations of the existing house and the proposed unit depict similar siding. In reality, the existing building is
block. He also wondered why a more similar design to the existing house was not chosen. The existing house has
a gable roof and the proposed unit has a hipped roof. He also said he would rather see a design for the new unit
that mimics what is already existing rather than introduce another style for the cottage.
Whitford asked if it is typical for the applicant or owner to come to the meetings. He was told the applicants and
designers/architects are made aware the planning actions before the Historic Commission meetings are considered
to be public hearings. Most often someone will attend the meeting to represent the applicant(s).
Chambers moved to recommend the Headngs Board call this action up for a public headng based on the following:
· There were not enough details submitted for the proposed unit.
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· The Histodc Commission would like to talk to the applicants about the design of the proposed unit.
· There are concerns about the compatibility of the proposed unit with the existing building.
· The drawings that were submitted are not accurate and specific materials were not stated.
· There was not a clear sense of what is being proposed for the existing house.
· The roof style proposed for the new unit is not compatible with the roof style of the existing house. The
Commission would like to see a more similar style.
In discussing this motion, all the members felt the above concerns could best be addressed through a public
hearing. Skibby seconded the motion and it passed with a unanimous vote. ___
Planning Action 2003-035
Conditional Use Permit and Site Review
665 East Main Street
E. Kirk McAIlister
For the benefit of the new members, Knox reviewed the reasons for requesting this proposal be called up for a
public headng last month. The Heatings Board agreed with the Histodc Commission; therefore it will be heard again
by the Histodc Commission and will then go before the Planning Commission. Knox also stated the applicant was
not present last month, but has since done quite a lot of research and met with the Review Board.
Applicant Kirk McAIlister stated he had met with Brad Roupp, a local contractor who has restored and moved
several structures in Ashland. He has also viewed old Sanbom maps to ascertain when the abutment was added
to the odginal outbuilding. Additionally, he conducted a research and concluded the market for renting out a single
room was not as high as he had originally thought. McAIlister said that for now, he is changing his application in
order to get approval for a one-unit traveler's accommodation with a garage. He will leave the outbuilding as it is
with the exception of removing the abutment (which was added some time after 1928) and it will serve as the
garage. Also, by removing the abutment, it will allow for another parking space. Although this will decrease the size
of the building to less than 500 square feet, McAIlister assured the Commission it is not his intention to demolish
it. The side of the outbuilding with the currently existing abutment will be re-sided once the abutment is removed.
Other than that, he will leave the building as it is for the time being.
Whitford asked if there will be exterior changes to the existing house and McAIlister responded a bathroom will be
added within the interior, but no extedor changes are planned.
Skibby asked if the alley would need to be paved. Knox replied it is the policy of Staff and the City Council to require
that certain alleys be paved, including those where residential and commercial areas abut.
Shostrom said he was still concemed with the removal of the abutment and asked if it was necessary. Knox stated
a five-foot buffer is required between all parking facilities and the adjacent property in a commercial zone.
Therefore, it will be necessary to remove it. Shostrom asked what type of siding will be used on the area left after
the abutment is removed and McAIlister responded he will remove the siding from the abutment with care and
possibly be able to use that, although it is slightly different than the odginal building. Shostrom stated there are also
ways to age new siding that could work for him.
McAIlister stated there is a possibility that the building will be remodeled in the future. It was the consensus of the
members that by completely remodeling the interior, it could be a nice addition to his traveler's accommodation.
Shostrom added the Historic Commission promotes the art of preservation and realizes it will cost more overall than
starting from scratch, so the members greatly appreciate the efforts McAIlister is making to retain the building.
McAIlister said he is unsure how rentable the building would be as another unit if it looks like an old outbuilding on
the outside. The Commission felt that if the outbuilding were to be upgraded and used as another unit, it could be
very charming, but agreed it would be best to make sure photos of the inside be used in all marketing.
Knox informed the Commission that if the applicant does decide to demolish the building (even though it will be less
than 500 square feet), the applicant would have to come back before the Histodc and Planning Commissions
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because he would be modifying the site. He also noted that Building Official Mike Broomfield has agreed to run all
demolition applications that look historic by the Commission.
Knox then asked the members about the prospect of paint for the building and the consensus was to keep it rustic
to retain its charm. It should be protected, but not with paint.
Skibby moved to recommend approval of the application to the Hearings Board based on the following:
· The one-unit traveler's accommodation will be located in the existing house.
· The small outbuilding will be retained except for the small abutment on the west side.
· The siding on the outbuilding be retained in its natural condition.
· The replacement siding on the west side of the outbuilding match the existing siding as close as possible.
· The alley not be paved.
Whitford seconded the motion and it passed with a unanimous vote.
OLD BUSINESS
Review Board - Following is the May schedule for the Review Board, which meets every Thursday from 3:00 to
at least 3:30 p.m. in the Planning Department:
May 8th
May 15th
May 22nd
May 29th
Skibby and Shostrom
Skibby, Chambers and Kdppaehne
Skibby and Shostrom
Skibby, Leighton and Whitford
Project Assi.qnments for Planninq Actions
PA #2000-120 485 "A' Street (Steve Hoxmeier) Shostrom
PA #2001-029 455 Siskiyou Boulevard (Fire Station) Skibby
PA #2002-021 25 Granite Street (Carol Dutra)
PA #2002-080 286 Eighth Street (John & Mary Ellen Cole)
PA #2002-075 SE Comer of "A' & Pioneer Streets (Alan Sandier) saladoff
PA #2002-094 340 Oak Street ("A" Street Marketplace) Saladoff
PA #2002-100 142 East Main Street (Earthly Goods) Leighton
PA #2002-125 44 North Second Street (Tdnity Episcopal Church) Skibby
PA #2002-127 NW Comer North Main & Maple Streets Intersection (ACHF) Kdppaehne
PA #2002-142 120 Gresham Street (Chanticleer) Kdppaehne
PA #2003-005 35 S. Second Street (Winchester Inn) Kdppaehne
PA #2003-035 665 East Main Street (Kirk McAIlister) Shostrom
PA #2003-045 230/232 VanNess Avenue (Sedn Eggling/Sherd Morgan) ~'..'
National Histodc Preservation Week (May 5-12) - Everyone was reminded to make a special effort to attend the
award ceremony on May 9.
Came.qie Library Restoration - In the viewpoint of the Histodc Commission, the Camegie Library will not be
completed until the fascia and cornice work are finished to match the other three sides. Mordson offered to look
into a contingency fund to find out if any county funds could be allocated to this project. Whitford stated he is on
a committee for the county libraries and knows that no money will be let go until all the libraries have been
completed.
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NEW BUSINESS:
House Size Limitation - Knox reported this subject is still alive. Common numbers are being compiled for new
homes and additions in the historic districts. It should be on the agenda for the Planning Commission Study Session
on May 27.
ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA:
Modification of Approved Plans for 542 "A" Street - Architect Jerome White stated ~ was soliciting feedback as
a favor to a friend who is considering buying 542 "A" Street. (He noted he will not be the architect involved with this
project.) Plans were approved by the Planning Commission last year to renovate and add on to the building. Since
that time, the building has been put up for sale. White said the front would be renovated as was already approved.
The rear, however, would have some revisions. The existing porch on the building would be enclosed and used
as a bathroom. The catwalk would not be built, as the existing shed would remain one story and be moved back
to maintain the look of a shed and become a storage area for wine. This will also allow for more of a courtyard
behind the building. The Commission agreed the changes would be positive and suggested White encourage his
fdend to buy the property.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Knox related that Dave Skilton, Tax Incentives Coordinator for the State Histodc Preservation Office, would like to
hold a June workshop in Ashland on restoration, rehabilitation and maintenance. A tentative date has been set for
June 20. This would be in lieu of the upcoming bi-monthly brown bag workshop sponsored by the Historic
Commissions of Ashland and Jacksonville.
ADJOURNMENT
With a motion by Skibby and second by Chambers, it was the unanimous decision of the Commission to adjourn
the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
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