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Minutes
January 6, 1993
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Jim Lewis at 7:40 p.m. Members present
were Jim Lewis Terry Skibby, Le Hook, Jean MacKenzie, Dana Johnson, Keith Chambers,
H.L. Wood and Steve Ennis. Also present were Assistant Planner Kristen Cochran and
Secretary Sonja Akerman. Jane Dancer was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ennis moved and Johnson seconded to approve the December 2, 1992 Minutes. The motion
was unanimously passed.
STAFF REPORTS
PA 93-011
Conditional Use Permit and Site Review
234 Vista Street
Davis & Downey Construction
Cochran explained this application is for a Site Review because of proposed exterior
changes (dormers in rear and deck) to a house on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Conditional Use Permit is for the expansion of the non-conforming garage.
SID DeBOER, owner, related he is concerned that the house remains a nice house. The
addition and deck will maintain the Craftsman style. The garage will be extended to
accommodate two cars. It will conform more to the style of the house. Most of the changes
to the house, he explained, will be to the interior.
Skibby moved and Johnson seconded to recommend approval of the Site Review and
Conditional Use Permit to the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously.
PA 93-018
Conditional Use Permit
247 Third Street
Jacquelyn Peake
Cochra.n stated this application is for the structural alteration of a non-conforming barn,
which is located at the confluence of two alleys. The applicant proposes to upgrade the
barn in order to use it for her garage. The siding will be retained, the metal roof removed
and replaced with composition shingles.
JACQUELYN PEAKE explained she will also have to close off two of the windows facing
the alley for fire safety. She will get matching wood, then paint the building to match her
house.
After discussing the alleys, Hook moved to recommend approval of this application with the
condition the alleys not be paved at this time. Chambers seconded the motion and it was
unanimously passed.
PA 92-144
Site Review
Lot 1 of Southern Pacific Subdivision
Steve Hoxmeier
Cochran related the applicant would like to build a temporary office/storage/shop building
on one of the Railroad subdivision lots. Staff is technically looking at it as one entire lot
because the plat has not yet been signed. The temporary building would have a one year
approval.
STEVE HOXMEIER said he would not be doing anything until the property closes and is
in his name, even though Southern Pacific has given its approval already. City Council will
be holding a public hearing for LID financing on January 19th.
Johnson questioned why the building would be temporary. Hoxmeier answered if Fourth
Street goes through, he may have to change the parking or move the building. The building
will be on piers in case it needs to be moved. If it can remain, he will then pour a
foundation. He added it will be located on the rear of the lot behind the fence, trees and
bushes, thereby retaining the existing open space. When asked about the use, Hoxmeier
said he will first use it to store his garden tools and hoses so he can get the lawn going
again. Then he will move in his saw for a shop.
Skibby related he has old photos of the building that was originally on the site. It was also
temporary and moved around on the property. It has similar features with the proposed
building. He said he feels this proposal will improve the lot.
When asked about material, Hoxmeier answered he will use old wood double hung windows,
composition shingles, and new siding that looks like lap siding.
Chambers said he was under the impression the design of the buildings in the subdivision
were to have a unified look. Ennis agreed and said he feels it defeats the purpose by having
to go through each application one at a time. Skibby said he doesn't necessarily want a
unified look because not everything on "A" Street is the same. Ennis would like to see
something in the design that would be the same. Lewis stated Fourth Street is the hub of
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the Railroad District and it is necessary not only to look at what is existing on the corners,
but to look at the future also.
Chambers added it is hard to predict what will happen in a year if the temporary structure
would have to be moved or the exterior would have to be changed. The Commission was
pleased with the overall design of the project and agreed a sense of integrity should be
maintained, but not all the structures should look the same.
Hook moved and Johnson seconded to recommend approval of this application, and it
passed unanimously.
PA 93-002
Conditional Use Permit
726 Iowa Street
Kai Jacobson
Cochran explained the applicant proposes to build a new structure at the rear of the
property. The residential area will include 760 square feet, while the remaining will be a
two car garage and storage area.
Ennis stated the design is way out of scale. The new structure will look larger than the
existing house and will affect the surrounding property. Also, the rear portion of the
property is elevated, so the new structure will really stand out. The Commission felt not
enough information was provided by the applicant to make a decision at this time. Design
features are unspecified and the required elevations were not submitted. It was
recommended the applicant meet with the Review Board personally.
Chambers moved to defer approval of this application until a complete set of plans is
submitted for the following reasons: 1) landscape plans are incomplete; 2) possible loss of
large tree in driveway (unclear in plans); 3) scale of auxiliary structure is too large and the
garage dominates the building; 4) there are no details in the design features (i.e. siding,
roofing, window type and size, trim, etc.); 5) inconsistencies in square footage (garage, unit
and footprint); and 6) plans are incomplete -- three elevations are missing, plans are sketchy,
details are missing, scale seems incorrect, and unclear if house is really equidistant from
both sides of lot as depicted on plan. Skibby seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously.
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PA 93-007
Site Review
277 Fifth Street
Sherbourne/Jackson
Cochran conveyed this application is for a dental office and general office area. Staff is
pleased with the design and orientation of the building. A sidewalk and park row will be
put in along Fifth Street, and a sidewalk along "A" Street. Eight parking spaces and a
handicapped space will be provided off the alley. The design is compatible with the area
and does not imitate existing structures. More trim for the windows may be required.
After it was determined the columns were square, Chambers suggested they be tapered
(larger at the bottom). Hook agreed.
Lewis asserted the sidewalk along Fifth Street should have a 12 foot parkway in order to
conform to the existing sidewalk and the one being required of Cooper/Silverman. Hook
said if it goes to 12 feet, three trees may be lost. Lewis contended the sidewalks should line
up and be kept close to what was designated in the late 1800s. Skibby stated there are
instances where the sidewalks curve around trees.
Chambers questioned the aesthetics of the metal roof. Ennis said he feels the roof is one
of the most attractive parts of the building and thinks it will look sharp. Half the
Commission believe the metal roof will dominate the building. They would like the owner
to consider shingles as an alternative. Skibby stated the color will also be a factor.
Chambers moved to recommend approval of the application with the following comments
to reflect general concerns of the Commission: 1) sidewalk setback on Fifth Street should
endeavor to maintain the major trees; 2) recommend the applicants consider sawn shingles
or composition shingles; and 3) it would be helpful to know the color of the wall surface and
roof. MacKenzie seconded the motion and it was unanimously passed.
PA 93-008
Site Review
671, 673 and 673½ Siskiyou Boulevard
Golden/Freeman
Cochran explained David Shaw had received approval for this project but did not do
anything before it expired. The new owners will have to conform to the original conditions
and have agreed to this. Staff is recommending approval.
Hook moved and Ennis seconded to recommend approval of this application with the
suggestion the owners upgrade the main house also. The motion passed unanimously.
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BUILDING PERMITS
Permits reviewed by members of the Historic Commission and issued during the month of
December follow:
223 Fifth Street
'188 Alida Street
19 Gresham Street
234 Vista Street
1 Hillcrest Street
169 East Main Street
130 Third Street
Cooper/Silverman
Frank Spierings
Dave Werschkul
Sid DeBoer
Gayle Titus
Ray Jackson
Paul Steinbronner
Remodel
Remodel
Porch footing/fence
Interior Demolition
Addition
Interior Remodel
Accessory Structure
REVIEW BOARD
Following is the schedule (until the next meeting) for the Review Board, which meets every
Thursday from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. in the Planning Department:
January 7
January 14
January 21
January 28
Wood and Skibby
MacKenzie, Johnson, Lewis, Chambers and Skibby
Hook, MacKenzie, Johnson, Wood and Skibby
MacKenzie, Lewis, Chambers, Ennis and Skibby
OLD BUSINESS
Joint Study Session
Ennis reported the subcommittee had not met again because they needed input from Staff.
Ennis said he had met with McLaughlin and it was decided the Historic Commission and
the City Council should have a joint study session to discuss concerns such as this. It was
decided a subcommittee consisting of Chambers, Ennis, Planning Commissioners Mike
Bingham and Susan Powell, and Councilors Pat Acklin and Rob Winthrop should meet first
rather than the full Commission and Council in order to be more productive.
Granite Street Fountain
Hook volunteered to work with Mike Morrison on this project.
Cemetery Nominations to National Register
The draft memo to the Mayor and City Council regarding Council support will be sent as
is, with Kay's letters enclosed.
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Applegate Trail Plaque
The wording on the proposed plaque was discussed. The Commission would like to see
Ashland and the Rogue Valley stressed more. Skibby will write a letter and the proposed
rewording for the plaque.
Skibby reported he had spoken with Steve from the Parks Department to coordinate the
placement of the plaque. He will also be meeting with Marty Stewart, surveyor, who has
a copy of the original map of the Applegate Trail. He will report at the next meeting.
I.O.O.F. Building
The Commission was pleased the owners will be taking care of the chimneys and "martini
glass".
Heritaee Landmarks List
Cochran said she had been discussing this with Staff. It was decided the list should be
adopted as soon as possible. Two informal neighborhood meetings/hearings will be
scheduled in February. She stated it would require a commitment from the Commission to
attend the meetings. McLaughlin is working on an updated newsletter to send out and
explain the ordinance and list. Also, something should be put in the newspaper to educate
the citizens.
Historic Landmark Preservation Ordinance
Cochran stated the Heritage Landmarks List will be adopted first, then the ordinance.
Alley Committee
Hook declared the committee will be meeting on January 18th.
NEW BUSINESS
February_ Meeting
The next meeting (February 3, 1993) will be held in the Hospital Conference room.
ADJOURNMENT
It was the unanimous decision of the Commission to adjourn the meeting at 10:30 p.m.
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