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Minutes
May 2, 1990
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, Rick Harris, Susan Reynolds, Thomas Hunt,
Mark Reitinger, and Keith Chambers. Commission members Lorraine Whitten and
Jean MacKenzie were absent. Councilor Susan Reid was present. Also present were
Senior Planner John McLaughlin, and Secretary Michelle Burnell.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Harris moved and Skibby seconded to approve the minutes of the April 4, 1990 meeting
as mailed. Motion passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
PA 90-074
Site Review and Conditional Use Permit
521 and 523 North Main Street
Peter Cipes/The AP Group
McLaughlin explained that the committee had discussed this in length at the previous
meeting. Following that, Cipes had met with the Subcommittee and discussed concerns
the CommisSion had with the plans. Since meeting with the Subcommittee, Cipes had
altered his elevations considerably, and was presenting a set of elevations for the
Commission to review.
There was ensuing discussion of the windows, lights, foundation, and the porch. Harris
stated that he felt that Cipes had met the concerns of the Commission and the
Subcommittee very well. He then moved that the Commission approve the new design
as submitted. He further moved that the Commission approve the Site Review. There
was a short discussion of the Conditional Use Permit, and then Harris moved that the
Commission approve the Conditional Use Permit. Reynolds seconded the movement,
and the motion passed unanimously.
PA 90-089
Conditional Use Permit
Lithia Way Viaduct under Water Street
Judie Bunch
McLaughlin stated that Bunch operates the Ashland Marketplace, and now she wishes to
add a grower's market. McLaughlin recommended that Bunch not be limited to
produce. The limitations of the items that can be sold are that 1) they have to be made
by craftperson, 2) no premanufactured items, and 3) no games. McLaughlin explained
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that the idea to not limit the proposed Ashland Grower's Market is not something that
Bunch has already asked for. Rather, it is proposed by Staff that the market not be
limited in anticipation of future growth.
There was a discussion of parking, with McLaughlin explaining that the current Medford
Growers Market (Tuesday mornings) in the same location is taking up the first row of
parking to unload their vehicles. He explained that any further use of the parking lot
would require City Council approval. He said that the Medford Growers Market had
already noticed a growth in attendance, and that perhaps they would be requesting extra
parking in the future. McLaughlin explained that a Conditional Use Permit is required,
and that it has annual renewals. Also, Bunch has a proven record with her Ashland
Marketplace. If a new operator takes over the Growers Market, the new owner has to
reapply for the permit.
Reynolds moved that the Conditional Use Permit be approved, and Reitinger seconded
the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
PA 90-086
Change in Applicant
One Space Parking Variance
111 "B" Street
Shirley Tobin
McLaughlin explained that this is an early B&B approval that has been run as a guest
house. There is a previous Traveller's Accommodation approved here; now it is
changing ownership. There are 3 parking spaces required and currently there is only
two. There is one owner living at the residence, and one unit available for renter. Staff
feels the one space variance would be ok.
There was discussion of the removal of the fence, which McLaughlin confirmed. He
also explained that the owner was considering removing the garage to fit 3 parking
spaces in that area. Skibby felt it would be better to keep the outbuildings. He was
also concerned with a tree near the house. McLaughlin explained that the tree was to
be removed, and it has gone to the Tree Commission. If the tree is removed, they will
have to replace it.
Harris stated that he felt that the parking situation was not significant, and he moved
that the Commission grant the parking variance. Skibby then amended the motion to
recommend that the owners retain the garage. If they decide to demolish the garage, it
should come before the Historic Commission for review. Skibby seconded the amended
motion, and it was unanimously approved as amended.
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PA 90-090
Site Review
173 Oak Street
Tim Cusick
McLaughlin explained that this location has been used as commercial for quite a while,
and that the zoning had been changed through the Downtown Plan. There has been an
increase in intensity of use with a realty office being in there now, and the key item is
parking improvement. There is an oak tree lifting the house. They probably will leave
the tree and work around it. He explained that they will be required to do paving
improvements.
Harris declared a conflict of interest as a realtor, and stated that he will abstain from
discussion and voting.
McLaughlin suggested that perhaps there be a condition that the people would not be
allowed to park on the grass in the front yard. He said that the reason the people are
applying for the site review is that there are four partners and that they wish to legalize
the property.
Skibby said that the house is in its original state, except for the front porch. He said
that the use should be sensitive to the old house, and compatible with the street. He
pointed out that the McCall House is next door.
Chambers moved to approve the Site Review with two conditions. 1) That the owners
recognize the historic nature of the house, and 2) that there is no parking on the front
lawn. The motion was amended to say that the parking would be in the rear. Skibby
seconded the amended motion, and the motion passed with Harris abstaining, and all
other members voting aye.
OTHER BUSINESS
Harris suggested that the agenda be changed so that Jon Turrell could make a
presentation on a remodel at 542 Allison. The presentation was included under "other"
in the agenda.
Skibby said that the house was originally two story with a hipped roof. He thinks that it
was remodeled in the 1930's.
Turrell explained that the house is only 700 square feet, and that he is proposing to add
on a '2nd floor. He wants to take out a single front window, and add double windows,
and add a green house in the very back. Skibby said that since the house is a previous
remodel, it would be a consideration to take it back to the original house. Turrell
explained that he wished to create a complete Usable 2nd floor. Harris stated a concern
with the windows and the 2nd story porch addition.
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There was discussion of a large tree, and Turrell said that he planned to cut the tree off
the house and keep it trimmed. Harris stated that Turrell had significantly improved the
east. elevation, and that the solar in the back worked well with the pitch. He felt that
the matching the siding is a critical item. Turrell stated that he would keep the original
siding. Turrell also said that there is an existing foundation, and that two porches had
been added. He wasn't certain if the owner would tear down the garage in the back.
BUILDING PERMITS
Permits reviewed by members of the Historic Commission and issued during the month
of April follow:
City of Ashland
Edward W. Lanham
Phyllis Knecht
Kathleen Atkinson
Cossam
Charles Gutwenier
Veronica Owen
Charles Shuttle
Sharon Clark
Craig Villato
John/Danielle Roberts
Katzen/Sandler
Jim Doerter
Merrill Hayes
Senior Gators
Lithia Park Cafe
Bayberry Inn
Waterside Inn
Espress° Bar of Ashland
The Clay Angel & Rogue Books
210 Water St. Recycle Depot
660 B St. Remodel
8 B St. Addition/Remodel
299 Wimer Interior Remodel
25 Granite Addition/Remodel
486 Allison Foundation Repair
385 B St. Interior Remodel
94 Granite Gazebo
436 Holly SFR
325 Terrace Addition
595 N. Main Addition
29 Scenic SFR*
80 Scenic Addition
450 Iowa Deck
92 1/2 N. Main Sign
85 Winburn Sign
438 N. Main Sign
90 Water Sign
40 E. Main Sign
111 & 107 E. Main Sign
OLD BUSINESS
Historic Preservation Week
Harris said that Tom Giordano, Bill Emerson, and George Kramer will be reviewing the
nominees for the Distinguished Architectural Preservation Awards. The judging will be
Wednesday, May 14th, and the awards given out Friday the 18th. During that week,
George Kramer will speak on Signage, and Kay Atwood will speak on "Lesser Known
Examples". Skibby will be doing a tour on Thursday the 17th that will start at Fifth and
"A" Streets. On Saturday the 19th, the State Historical Architectural Board will be
meeting in Jacksonville.
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May 2~ 1990
Review Board Appointments
May 3
May 10
May 17
May 24
May 31
Skibby, Reitinger, Hunt
Reitinger, Reynolds, Chambers
Harris, Reitinger, Skibby, Hunt
Harris, Chambers, Lewis, Reynolds
Hunt, Skibby, Lewis
Plaza Area (4th and 'A' Streets)
Skibby suggested that the former "Agricultural Building" be rebuilt. He said that it was
probably built around 1910, and that it can be found on a 1913 yard map. There was a
Lithia Water gazebo behind it. Skibby is going to get the 1913 map from engineering.
McLaughlin explained that they wish to make this area the "Urban plaza" area, as it has
the location of the historical golden spike.
NEW BUSINESS
Land Use Ordinance Changes Regarding Traveller's Accommodations
McLaughlin explained that no action had been taken, and he stated that this item would
probably be on the Planning Commission's May agenda.
Harris stated that it seems now that there is more value in the land itself than in making
the improvements. Reynolds said that vintage homes (1913 and earlier) had been
assessed differently. Skibby said that he felt that the B&B ordinance should have a
clause protecting older, existing houses.
ADJOURNMENT
At 9:40 p.m., the Historic Commission voted unanimously to adjourn.