HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-07-02 Historic PacketCITY OF
-ASHLAND
HISTORIC COMMISSION
Agenda
July 2, 2003
SONJA AKERMAN
CITY OF ASHLAND
II.
III.
IV.
CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. - SISKIYOU ROOM in Community Development/Engineering
Services Building (51 Winburn Way)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 7, 2003
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
PLANNING ACTION 2003-074 is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the expansion of
the existing non-conforming garage located at 253 Almond Street. Comprehensive Plan Designation:
Single Family Residential; Zoning: R-1-7.5; Assessor's Map #: 39 1E 05 DD; Tax Lot: 6300.
APPLICANT: Judy Patterson
PLANNING ACTION 2003-068 is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate the Lithia Farmers
Market, a 40-booth outdoor market within the "skating rink" parking lot adjoining Winburn Way on
Tuesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The 25 parking spaces within the "skating rink" lot will be
unavailable during the Market's hours of operation. In addition, the Market requests that vendors be
permitted to utilize 20 parking spaces along Winburn Way during the period of time the market is open.
Comprehensive Plan Designation: Single Family Residential; Zoning: R-2; Assessor's Map #: 39 1E 09;
Tax Lot: 100.
APPLICANT: Janet Boucher
OLD BUSINESS:
B.
C.
D.
E.
Review Board ~ appointments/volunteers
Project Assignments for Planning Actions
National Historic Preservation Week Recap
Carnegie Library Restoration
House Size Limitation
V. NEW BUSINESS
VI.
VII.
A. Pathways in Historic Cemeteries
coMMIsSION ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
A. The next Historic Commission meeting will be on August 6, 2003.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Community
Development office at 541-488-5305 (TTY phone number is 1-800-735-2900). Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make
reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title1 ).
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Minutes
May 7, 2003
CALL TO ORDER
At 7:05 p.m., Chairperson Dale Shostrom called the meeting to order in the Siskiyou Room, located in the
Community Development/Engineering Services Building at 51 Winburn 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 Morrison 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 concem 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 hearing 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 hearing based on the following:
· There were not enough details submitted for the proposed unit.
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· The Historic Commission would like to talk to the applicants about the design of the proposed unit.
· There are concems 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 Hearings 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 original 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 exterior 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 concerned 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 Histodc 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 Historic 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 Headngs 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 Krippaehne
Skibby and Shostrom
Skibby, Leighton and Whitford
Project Assignments for Planninq Actions
PA #2000-120
PA #2001-029
PA #2002-075
PA #2002-094
PA #2002-100
PA #2002-125
PA #2002-127
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PA #2003-005
PA #2003-035
PA #2003-045
485 "A" Street (Steve Hoxmeier)
455 Siskiyou Boulevard (Fire Station)
?.~ ~r~'~ite Strc~.t '"'~-~' ~,
286 Eighth Stre~ & M~~
SE Corner of "A" & Pioneer Streets (Alan Sandier)
340 Oak Street ("A" Street Marketplace)
142 East Main Street (Eadhly Goods)
44 Nodh Second Street (Trini~ Episcopal Church)
NW Corner Nodh Main & Maple Streets Intersection (ACHF
120 G, esha~ Street (C,hantlc~e~
35 S. Second Street (Winchester Inn)
665 East Main Street (Kirk McAIlister)
230/232 VanNess Avenue (Sedn Eggling/Sherri Morgan)
Shostrom -
Skibby
Saladoff
Saladoff
Leighton
Skibby
Krippaehne
Krippaehne -
Krippaehne
Shostrom
National Historic Preservation Week (May 5-12) - Everyone was reminded to make a special effort to attend the
award ceremony on May 9.
Carneqie Library Restoration - In the viewpoint of the Historic 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. Whifford 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 histodc 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 he 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 Histodc
Commissions of Ashland and Jacksonville.
ADJOURNMENT
With a motion by Skibby and second by Chambers, it was the unanimous decision of the Commission to adjoum
the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
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on June 18, 2003. This action will be reviewed by the Ashland
Planning Commission Hearings Board at 1:30 p.m. on July 8, 2003 at
the Ashland Civic Center, 1175 East Main Street, Ashland, Oregon.
No public testimony is allowed at this review.
Any affected property owner or resident has adght to requeSt, AT
NO CHARGE, a public hearing before the Ashland Planning
Commission on this action.
To exercise this dght, a WRITTEN request must be received in
the Planning Department, 20 East Main Street, prior to 3:00 p.m.
on June 30, 2003. The written request for the public hearing must
include your name, address, the f'de number of the planning action and
the specific grounds for which the decision should be reversed or
modified, based on the applicable criteria. If you do not
.SPECIFICALLY REQUEST A PUBUC HEARIN(~ by the time and
date stated above, there will be no pu,blic testimony permitted
IT a neanng is requesteO, ~t will be scheduled for the following month.
Unless lhere is a continuance, if a participant so requests before lhe
conclusion of the hearing, the record shall remain open for at least
seven days after the headng.
is based on also IXeCludes your ~ht of appeal to LUBA on that cfltedo~ Failure of b%e
Street, Ashland, Oregon 97520.
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NOTE: This Planning Action will also be heard by the Ashland Historic Commission on July 2, 2003, 7:00 p.m. in
the Community Development and Engineering. Services building (Siskiyou Room), located at 51 Winburn
Way.
PLANNING ACTION 2003-074 is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the expansion of the existing non-
conforming garage located at 253 Almond Street. Comprehensive Plan Designation: Single Family Residential;
Zoning: R-1-7.5; Assessor's Map #: 39 1 E 05 DD; Tax Lot: 6300.
APPLICANT: Judy Patterson
~ONDITIONAL USE PERMITR'
.18.104.050 Approval Criteria. A conditional use permit shall be
granted if the approval authority, finds that the proposed use
conforms, or can be made to conform through the imposition of
conditions, with the following approval criteria.
A. That .the use would be in conformance with all standards
within the zoning district in which the use is proposed to be
located, and in conformance with relevant Comprehensive plan
policies that are not implemented by any City, State, or Federal
law or program.
B. That adequate capacity of City facilities for water, sewer,.
paved, access to '
and through the development, electricity, urban
storm drainage, and adequate transportation can and Will be
provided to and through the subject property.
C. That the conditional use will have no greater adverse
material effect on the livability of the impact area when
compared to the development of the subject lot with the target
use of ~he zone. When evaluating the effect of the proposed use
~n the impact area, the f~llowlng factor~ of livability of the
Impact a~ea shall be considered in relation to the target use of
the zone.
Similarity in scale, bulk, and'coverage.
Generation of traffic and effects'on
surrounding streets. Increases in
pedestrian, bicycle, and mass' transit use are
considered beneficial regardless of capacity
of facilities.
Architectural compatibility with the impact'
area. :
Air quality, including the g~neration of
dust, odors, or other environmental
pollutants.
Generation of noise, light, and glare.
The development of adjacent Properties as
envisioned in the ComPrehensive Plan.
Other factors found to be relevant by the
Hearing Authority for review of the proposed
use.
ASHLAND cuLTURAL RESOURCE INVENTORY
SURVEY FORM .'
COUNTY: JACKSON
IDEN'.I.'iF1CATION:
-Hist. Name .. McCoy,' J.'W. House
Common.Name:
Address: 253·~·Almond Street.'
A~hland, Oregon
Owner: Mat~Ush, Lyre/ Jimi
253 Almond Street
Ashland, Oregon
' T/R/S: ~. 39S RIE 5
Map No:
Addition:
Block:
5DD Tax Lot': 6300
Lot:
Quad: Ashland
· Date of Construction: 1910
Original Us~: Residence
Present Use: Residence
Architect:
Builder:
Style: Craftsman
x Bldg. Struc. Dist.
Ranking: Secondary
Obj.
THEME:
Statewide Inventory of Historic Properties Theme:
Archaeology Industry
6d
Mining
AGriculture
x Commerce
__.Military
Politics/Government
Social/Education
Transportation
Explora·tion and Settlement
Religion Other
DESCRIPTION:
Plan Type/Shape: Rectanqular No..of Stories: One-and-a-half
Foundation Material: Concrete block Basement(Y/N): Crawl space
Roof Form and Material: Gable, intersecting ridge; shed dormer;
composition shingle
Wall Construction: Frame Structural Frame:
Primary Window Type: One-over-one double hung sash; bay. window
Exterior Surfacing Materials:'~ Horizontal beveled shiplap
Decorative Features: Bay window
Other:
Condition: Excellent x Good Fair Poor
Exterior Alterations/Addit-ions (Dated)
Moved(Date)
Noteworthy Landscape Features:
Associated Structures: Detached garage
Known Archaeological Features:
Negative No:
Slide No:
Roll 9-13
Recorded By: Clay/Atwood
Date: 1984,/ 22 June 1990
SHPO Inventory No: /~Oq
SETTING:
This Craftsman Style dWelling is situated on the southwest
of AlmOnd Street, between Laurel an.d Manzanita Streets.
side
SIGNIFICANCE:·
J.W. Mccoy puurchased this property from Nellie Ewan in December,
1908. In February, 1910, the Ashland Tidin9s noted:
J.W. McCoy of the U.S. National Bank has had
plans submitted for a six roOm bungalow on '
hfs Almond Street lot He plans a commodious
.home.
J. Walter McCoy was bOrn September 20, 1878 in Illinois. After
moving to Ashland in 1908 he t0ok a position· as assistant cashier
at the U.S. National Bank. During his distinguished career in
Ashland 'he advanced.- to the position' of ~anager of ·the First
National Bank. He also served as president of the'McCoy Machine-
ry Co., of Medford.
The McCoy's retained ownership of this property until
14, 1920 when it was sold to Leo Jammerthal.
September
SOURCES CONSULTED:
Ashland Tidings, February 3, 1910, 1:4
Coder, Almmeda Helman. Interview, 1972
Jackson County Deed Records, Volume 71, Page 361;
Page 484.
Who's ~ho for Oregon, 1948-1949f Portland: Capitol
Company, 1948, p. 373.
Volume 129,
Publishing
Name:
Address%
ASI{LAND CULTURAL RESOURCE INVENTORY
SURVEY FORM
McCoy, J.W. House
253 AlmOnd Street
Ashland, Oreqon
T/R/S: 39S RIE 5
Map No: 5DD Tax Lot: 6300
Quadrangle: .Ashland (1953)
Negative No..-
'Roll 9-13
Slide No.:
Graphic and Photo Sources:
Jackson County Assessor Map
City of Ashland Topographic Map;
SHPO Inventory No.:
Illlll' I
674
NPS Form 10-900-A
United States Department of the Intedor
National Park Service
OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 (8-86)
National Register of Historic PlaCes
Continuation Sheet
Section Number: 7 Page: 89 Skidmore Academy Historic District, Ashland, OR
237.0 sun,~., #674
MCCOY, J.W. HOUSE 1910
253 ALMOND ST 391E05DD 6300
20* Century American: Bungalow Historic Contributing
J. W. McCoy purchased this property in 1908 and two years later, in February 1910, the local
newspaper reported that "J. W. McCoy of the U. S. National Bank has had plans submitted for a six
room bungalow on his Almond Street lot. He plans a commodious home." (Ash/and Tidings, 3-Feb-
1910, 1:4) McCoy has a long and distinguished career in Ashland banking, eventually rising to the
position of manager of the First National Bank. He retained ownership of this property until 1920 when
he sold it to Leo Jammerthal. In 1920 noted area pioneer Eugenia L. Atkinson apparently owned the
house (JCD 84-601) and by 1949 it was owned by C. P. and Audrey H. Purdin. (JCD 259:155-6).
The McCoy is a rather idiosyncratic example of the btmgalow form, a one and one-story dwelling with a
low-pitched gable roof, prominently augmented by a shallow shed dormer. A projecting bay is located .
at the NW corner. While somewhat modified, most notably in the redesigned entry steps, the McCoy
House retains sufficient integrity to relate its period of construction.
238.0 su~,y #s73
TILTON, C.F. HOUSE
237 ALIVIOND ST
Other: Vernacular [Front Facing Gable]
Dr. Charles F. Triton purchased this lot in 1900 and two years later the local paper reported that his
"...new cottage on Almond Street is about ready for occupancy." {Ash/and Tidings, 20-Mar-1902)
Triton, who lived with his family on Bush Street, apparently kept this dwelling as a rental until 1908
when the family moved in. Dr. Triton worked for more than 50 years in Ashland as a dentist. He
retained ownership of this property until c 1960.
1902
391E05DD 6400
Historic Contributing
The Triton House is a large one and one-half story volume with intersecting gable roofs. A wrap around
porch was apparently partially enclosed on the west at some undermined time. Other than a large
picture window in the enclosed porch area, the Tilton House retains substantial integrity and effectively
relates the period of significance.
239.0
NEW HOUSE
216 SCENIC DR
Modern Period: Neo-Traditional
1983c
391E05DD 6500
Builder: Vandercouch, George
Non-Historic, Non-Contributing
Located on a lot that actually fronts on Laurel Street, this house is accessed from Scenic via a stairway.
The parcel, forming the north half of a larger parcel that included TL 6501, was created in 1979
according to Assessors records. The one and one-half story gable volume with a large shed dormer was
built shortly thereafter under City of Ashland Building Permit 51382, issued in 1983 to contractor
George Vandercouch.
APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR:
GARAGE RENOVATION AT 253 ALMOND STREET
FINDINGS OF FACT
April 11, 2003
Applicant: Judy Patterson
Project Location: Map Number 39-1E-5DD Tax Lot Number 6300
Zoning: R1-7.5
Request: Conditional Use to allow expansion of an existing non-conforming
structure.
Existing Requirements: 6 Foot Side-Yard Setback
The home at 253 Almond Street is a classic Craftsman Bungalow approximately
90 years old. Situated beside the home is one small (17 foot 6 inch long X 10
foot wide), detached, single-car garage that has been on the property for possibly
longer than the house itself. It has two kinds of siding common to Victorian times
indicating that it has undergone major renovation at least once in its life. The
design of its eaves and corner trim also indicate an earlier origin than the home.
The Owner wishes to lengthen the garage to 20 feet to accommodate a modern
vehicle, and widen it to 12 feet so that car doors may open inside the garage to
allow egress. The garage is situated 4 feet 10 inches from the sideyard property
line. Complicating the situation in this, one of Ashland's oldest neighborhoods, is
the fact that the neighbor's garage has been built adjacent to the Owner's garage
partially on the Owner's property.
Because of these facts, the renovated garage design retains the original 4 foot
10 inch distance from the property line and incorporates fire resistant features
that will allow the two garages to be so close and still meet fire code. This is an
improvement on the current condition where none of these fire resistant features
are present.
The front of the renovated garage would be 51 feet from Almond Street and set
16 feet behind the main front fac,,ade of the house. This conforms to planning
guidelines regarding recessing garage fronts 15 feet behind house fronts. The
long distance from the street minimizes the visual impact of the small garage.
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FINDINGS of FACT:
That the conditional use will have no greater adverse material effect on the
livability of the impact area when compared to the development of the subject lot
With the target use of the zone. When evaluating the effect of the proposed use
on the impact area, the following factors of livability of the impact area shall be
considered in relation to the target use of the zone:
1. Similarity in scale, bulk, and coverage.
The renovated garage will be similar or smaller in size than other
garages in the neighborhood. The adjacent neighbOr's garage is larger
both in width and length than the proposed design. Because it will be
recessed behind the facades of both the house and the neighbor's
garage and house, its bulk is not prominent. The lot is a large lot and
lot coverage is not even dose to zone minimums.
2. Generation of tra~c and effects on surrounding streets. Increases in
pedestrian, bicycle, and mass transit use are considered beneficial
regardless of capacity of facilities.
This proposal has no effect on tra~c generation or street use.
3. Architectural compatibility with the impact area.
This renovation is depicted on Sheet 4 of the accompanying plan
documents as being reconstructed in the style of the parent structure.
It has been proposed this way because the home is such a classic
example of the Craftsman vernacular and harmony between the
structures would seem important. Also because the rather haphazard
use of Victorian traits on the existing garage are not executed with any
strong representation of an earlier style. The dominant features of the
proposed change from the existing are the smaller finer lines of the
Craftsman-type siding and the use of mitering at the corners rather
than comer trim. During this application process, the applicant is
expecting advice from the Historic Commission on this point and will
comply with their recommendations. Another aesthetic point is that the
renovation will allow the owner to park their car inside the garage and
out of the streetscape.
4. Air quality, including generation of dust, odors, or other environmental
pollutants.
This project will have no effect on future generation of dust, odors, etc.
5. Generation of noise, light, and glare.
This project will have no effect on future generation of noise, light, and
glare.
6. The development of adjacent properties as envisioned in the
Comprehensive Plan.
This renovation will have virtually no effect on the development of
adjacent properties. Home's have already long existed at each side of
the property.. The improved fire resistance of the renovated garage will
make the existing situation much safer for both the applicant and the
neighbor who owns the non-conforming, encroaching garage.
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TO I'IATCN HOUSE
IX4 BEVEL
.~IDING,
r'IlTERED
COt~NEP,~
'PA'rrERSON GARAGE REMODEL
ASHLAND OREGON
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. INC.
MAP 5DD 'IL 6500 P.o. Box 702 Alhlmnd. OR 97520
JUNE 2. 2005 ........... (54~) 4.a2-3oe1 I.J;onoo 27319
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Notice is hereby given that a PUBUC HEARING on the following
request with respect to lhe ASHLAND LAND USE ORDINANCE will
be held before the ASHLAND PLANNING COMMISSION on July 8,
2003 at 7:00 p.m; at the ASHLAND CIVIC CENTER, 1175 East
Main Street, Ashland, Oregon.
w~ sufficient specificity to allow thts.Commlsstm to respond to Ihe issue precludes an
seven days pdor to the headng and will be provided at reasomd~ cost, If requested. All
materials are available at the Ashland Pla~lng Department, City Hall, 20 East Main
Street, Ash~d, Om;m 97520.
is 1-800-735-2900
NOTE: This Planning Action will also be heard by the Ashland Historic Commission on July 2, 2003, 7:00 p.m. in
the Community Development and Engineering Se~.'ces building (Siskiyou Room), located at 51 Winburn
Way.
PLANNING ACTION 2003-068 is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate the Lithia Farmers Market, a
40-booth outdoor market within the "skating dnk" parking lot adjoining Winburn Way on Tuesdays from 7:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m. The 25 parking spaces within the "skating rink" lot will be unavailable during the Market's hours of
operation. In addition, the Market requests that vendors be permitted to utilize 20 parking spaces along Winburn
Way during the period of time the market is open. Comprehensive Plan Designation: Single Family Residential;
Zoning: R-2; Assessor's Map #: 39 1E 09; Tax Lot: 100.
APPLICANT: Janet Boucher
~8.104.050 Approval Criteria. A conditional use permit shall.be
granted if the approval authority finds that the proposed use
conforms, or can be made to conform through the imposition of
conditions, with the following approval criteria.
A. That-the use would be in conformance with all standards
within the zoning district in which the use is proposed to 'be
located, and in conformance with relevant Comprehensive plan
policies that are not implemented.by any City, State, or Federal
law or program.
B. That adequate capacity of City facilities for wgt~r, sewer,.
paved, aco~ss t° and through the development, electricity, urban
· storm drainage, and adequate transportation can and Will be
provided to and through the subject property.
C. That the conditional use will have no greater adverse
material effect on the livability of the. impact area when
compared to the development of the subject'lot with the target
use of the zone. When evaluating the effect of the proposed use
on the impact area, the following factors of livability of the
impact area shall be considered in relation to the target use of
the zone:
Similarity in scale, bulk, and-coverage.
Generation of traffic and effects'on
surrounding streets. IncreaSes in
pedestrian, bicycle, and mass transit use are
considered beneficial regardless of capacity
of facilities.
Architectural compatibility with the impact'
area.
Air quality, including the g~neration, of
dust, odors, or other environmental
pollutants.
Generation of noise, light, and. glare.
The development of adjacent properties'as
envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan.
Other factors found to be relevant by the
Hearing Authority for review of the proposed
use.
LOCATION
FOR THE
LITHIA FARMERS MARKET
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST AND FINDINGS
June 5, 2003
Requested by:
Creekside Farmers & Artisans Markets, LLC
Janet Boucher, Market Manager
(541) 472-9409
Prepared by:
Forrester & Forrester
545 A Street, Suite 1
Ashland, Oregon 97520
(541) 488-7633
www. SustainableGreen.com
LOCATION
FOR THE
LITHIA FARMERS MARKET
CONDITIONAL USE PERMrr REQUEST AND FI~mNGS
June 5, 2003
Table of Contents
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................ 1
II. FINDINGS ................................................................................................................................ 1
III. EXHIBITS
Exhibit A - Lithia Farmers Market at "Skating Rink" Lot
Exhibit B - Lithia Farmers Market Location Map
IV. APPENDICES
Appendix A- Request: Proposed Market Location at "Skating Rink" Site
5 Zoo3
LOCATION
FOR THE
LITHIA FARMERS MARKET
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST AND FINDINGS
II.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Creeksidc Farmers and Artisans Markets, LLC, dba Lithia Farmers Market, is composed of the
smaller local farmers and artisans who no longer wish to be a part oftbe Rogue Valley Growers
and Crafters Market, duc to the recent administrative actions by that market's board, viewed as
negative and undemocratic by the members. These arc generally the small farmers and crafters
who have depended on the Ashland Market as their sole market, and who have benefited greatly
from the former consensual, positive and supportive way of doing business. These arc vendors
who have operated a total of 12 years serving the community of Ashland, formerly under the
bridge overpass on Water St., and most recently at the Ashland Christian Fellowship at Oak St.
and Hersey St. These farm and craft vendors have always been close to the vital Ashland
downtown area, and have served as an additional attraction for tourists as well as serving
Ashland residents with great fresh produce, plants, processed food and high standard crafts.
The Lithia Farmers Market location is proposed as the" ' ' ' ' '~ - . . This
location '~ ' ^ · . (See Exhibit A.) This site ' ~ - . ' -
· · ' '~ · t. It does not involve any street closures,
although the' Market-" ---"--- ~'--~"^ -.~&~q,~d~s~,=~.~d,,"/.~/dh~,~,~
~l~kiii~l~. H ' '- .a '. ' -. -- , xhibit B.)
The parkino tv~_.._.~!!_ ._h~_ .oj-_;-tl*.,~-~.f_O~_o~lj~hereby maximizing parking available on Winburn Way for
market customers and Lithia Park users.
FINDINGS
The proposed site is located in the R-7.5 Zone, a residential zone. The ' ' ~d~ ~,,
~o nf ~'~"~-'~"--~_~'~:__--_~ ::'--~ ~':-"-_'7. ;-:7_-7:;_-~ ~--'- ~ _-.~'~:~nd-m _zmmerfime-hand~hell_
~tiait0nXhe Lithia Farmers Market is proposed at the "skating rink" parking area, on
property. As.a Temporary Use, the proposed use is a Conditional Use. City staff has indicated
that due to the minor impact of the temporary use, it will be handled under the staff permit
procedure, but still require Conditional Use Permit Findings. In the Findings of compliance with
the Conditional Use criteria below, the criteria for approval are shown in italics and the Findings
are in standard typeface.
18.104. 050 Approval Criteria
A conditional use permit shall be granted if the approval authorityfinds that the
proposed use conforms, or can be made to conform through the imposition of conditions,
with the following approval criteria.
Lithia Farmers Market
June 5, 2003 Page 1
JUN ZOO3
That the use would be in conformance with all standards within the zoning district
in which the use is proposed to be located, and in conformance with relevant
Comprehensive plan policies that are not implemented by any City, State, or
Federal law or program.
Finding: The proposed Market use would result in the~f~b~oths-%rthe~
. ~ d ~~~d~t~al~d~t~h.6~%vi~.~ee Exhibit A,
Lithia Farmers Market at "Skating Rink" Lot, and Exhibit B, Lithia Farmers Market Location
'Map.
.Finding: N° amplified sound or music is proposed, and the Market takes place in the daylight
hours so no lighting is proposed. The strUctures will be erected between ~
Finding: Although the "skating rink" parking lot site is within an RI-7.5 Zone, and backs up
to residential properties accessed by Granite Stxeet~ this site is utilized in the winter by the
Parks Department for a family ice skating operation, charging the participants for skate
rental. The Market would be a,~idlar~mn~~~l~, and since ~
~maptifa~nm~a~ would have no greater effect upon the residential neighbors to
the west than the "skatingrink" operation.
B. That adequate capacity of City facilities for water, sewer, paved access.to and
through the development; electricity, urban storm drainage, and adequate
transportation can and will be provided to and through the subject property.
Finding:: The "skating rink" site ~ · .'- '~. ,. ~ ' ~add/4aor
Finding: The "skating rink" site use will remove the 25 parking spaees:of the "skating rink?'
site from the immediate area of Winbum Way. V ' ' ' · ... ~s
&~li~~l~ll~f'~£-~ii,~ ~.,iauey~ m~erseCtlOnJust oe~o-w-flll?l~lllgt~l,~
l:~rldn-' '?'a~- P?~:~'~!~'?t!~~ Additional. vendOr parking wil!be available on
Granite Street north of the Nutley St. intersection. ·
C.
That the conditional use will have no greater adverse material effect on the
livability of the impact area when compared to the development of the subject lot
with the target use of the zone. When evaluating the effect of the proposed use on
the impact area, the following factors of livability of the impact area shall be
considered in relation to the target use of the zone:
I. Similarity in scale, bulk and coverage.
Lithia Farmers Market
June 5,2003 Page 2
Finding: The "skating fink" site is sjt!~0ZJnJ~cale:andAmpact~tothe o~n air~cra~rs,.mark~t
~aooom~ed~tqhe~turn~of~Winbum Way along~Ashland::Greek, is similar to the skating
rink activity in winter and to the many activities that take place in the public use buildings
fronting Winburn Way in the vicinity, and is similar to the intensity of bandshell activities
(except for sound).
o
Generation of traffic and effects on surrounding streets. Increases in
pedestrian, bicycle, and mass transit use are considered beneficial regardless
of capacity o f facilities.
Finding: The "skating rink" site proposed ~l,~al. atolan~s. This site will require 20 vendor
parking spaces in the existing parking area on Winbum Way south of the intersection with
Nutley Street and north of the bandshell turnaround. (See Exhibit B.) It is anticipated that
market customers will utilize parking on Winbum Way above and below the Nutley Street
intersection.
3. Architectural compatibility with the impact area.
Finding: This criteria is not applicable to the proposal, as the proposed booth structures are
temporary in nature and will only be erected for several hours once a week during the Market'
tenure in the spring, summer and fall.
4. Air quality, including the generation of dust, odors, or other environmental
pollutants.
Finding: The
l~di~T/5151ts, such odors thought generally to be a benefit!44~
~m~mlal.,lmllamat~ will be raised by the proposed use greater than normal,
every day use of the same area or special events taking place at the bandshell.
5. Generation of noise, light, and glare.
Finding: The market hours are daylight hours in the spring and summer (~
p , ' . __ · . · . ,2~~~).~d~n~~
ao~md~e proposed by the market. Sounds will be those of conversations and requests for
wares from the exhibitors.
6. The development of adjacent properties as envisioned in the Comprehensive
Plan.
Finding: As a temporary use, this proposal will have no impact upon the development of
adjacent properties, and this criteria does not appear to be applicable.
7. Other factors found to be relevant by the Hearing Authority for review of the
proposed use.
Finding: Findings found relevant by staff review shall be addressed by the required
development conditions.
Lithia Farmers Market
June 5, 2003 Page 3
:52OO3
June 5, 2003
App .ix A
Request: Market Location
At "Skating Rink" Parking Lot
PROJECT: LITHIA FARMV. RS MARKET LO'CAT~O~
The Creekside Farmers and Artisans Markets, LLC, also known as'the Lithia Farmers Market,
seeks a Conditional Use Permit to operate the market in the "skating fink" parking area, located
on the west side of Winburn Way, near the intersection of Winburn Way and Nutley Street. It is
our belief that this request can meet Conditional Use Permit criteria for approval.
This location will provide 40 booths for the small growers and artisans.
Statement of Fact
A. Hours of Operation
The Lithia Farmers Market will operate every Tuesday, ~,t~-%ber. Business
hours are from g:'~o am.~n 19-__q~.nm.. Allowing time for vendor set-up-and tear-down
would require
B. Market Set-up
ha~£~. _i_n_~.h_~:£~,p. t~.. 'l~iltlg~l:g~a!l~,2.0~footq~om~dor4hroughoxtt~the~,market
(see Exhibit A).
This location does not require closure of any streets (see Exhibit B).
Public Access
1. Pedestrian access is on the sidewalk onthe west side of Winbum Way, and at the
entrance of the '"skating rink" parking area.
2. Public parking is available on Winbum Way, both north and south of the Nutley
Street intersection.
o
Limited vendor parking (20 spaces only) is requested on Winbum Way, north of the
Nutley Street intersection, closest to the bandshell in the existing striped parking
areas. The widened parking area near the bandshell is off limits to vendors.
Additional vendor parking is proposed for Granite Street. (See Exhibit B.) Vendor
parking shall be strictly regulated by the Market in order to maximize parking space
for both market customers and Lithia Park users.
4. Emergency access is via Winbum Way and Nutley Street.
De
Signage
parlcmg lot.
2003
II.
Benefits to Community
The Lithia Farmers Market promotes local, small-scale agriculture, serving to enhance the
quality of life of residents by offering nutritious, pesticide-free food. Supporting local
farmers is an important step in building a sustainable community. All crafts are juried to a
high standard.
The market has been well-received and supported in Ashland for twelve years. During that
time it has become recognized as a vital asset to the community. Approval of this proposal
will allow the market to remain a prominent attraction in the downtown area.
Ja~t Boucher
Manager
Exhibit A
Lithia Farmers Market
At "Skating Rink" Lot
Exhibit B
-Lithia Farmers Market
Location Map
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SOURCE: CITY OF: ASHLAND
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....... from the Medford Mail Tribune ....... June 22, 2003
MAN PUSHING HOUSE-SIZE LIMITS IN ASHLAND HISTORIC DISTRICT
By TONY BOOM
Mail Tribune
ASHLAND m The man who brought new attention to possible limits on house sizes in historic districts
with plans for a 12,000-square-foot home has purchased a lot and may build another home that
would exceed proposed guidelines.
Sid DeBoer, chairman and chief executive officer of Lithia Inc. based in Medford, has purchased a
15,246-square-foot lot at 99 Granite St. for development and resale. His son-in-law, builder Chris
Adderson, will construct a home on the site.
'~Ve'll have an application in before the next rule passes to have a building permit, if it's larger," said
DeBoer.
A joint study session by the city's planning and historic commissions will look at the latest limit
proposal prepared by city staff from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in City Council chambers, 1175 E. Main St.
Under the proposal, a home with a maximum floor area limited to 3,591 square feet could be built on
the DeBoer lot. Additional structures, such as detached garages or accessory residences less than
400 square feet, also could be built.
DeBoer said the lot's purchasers could use a current plan or create their own home design. If that
doesn't bring a sale, he and Adderson will build a house and find a buyer after it's built. A permit has
already been issued for a 5,400-square-foot house.
Development at 99 Granite St. in December 2001 first raised community concerns about the size of
homes in historic districts when a demolition permit was issued for a 122-year-old, 750-square-foot
home.
The structure was later relocated, but plans to limit size in the districts have been subject to
commission and City Council considerations in three sessions.
In May, the two commissions considered a proposal to make additional adjustments that would allow
larger homes and easier calculations. The council may consider the issue in the fall after public
hearings are held.
DeBoer and his wife, Karen, mailed a letter to 1,500 property owners in the historic districts June 13
to alert them to possible regulations that could limit their ability to expand or build and to Tuesday's
study session. The DeBoers purchased the mailing list from Jackson County.
"1 wanted to mail to help people that owned homes," said DeBoer. "They are going to be the most
affected."
The rules could prevent someone from adding on a family room or a bathroom if the house is already
at the proposed limits, said DeBoer. The city already has protection for the districts with regulations
on lot coverage and solar access, plus the Historic Commission that oversees activities, he said.
DeBoer has applied for permits to construct the 12,000 square foot residence at 265 Glenview Drive.
Historian George Kramer says larger homes will be out of scale within the districts.
"1 think we are beyond the start of a trend," said Kramer. "Houses have been increasing at modest
levels. Now we've sort of had this quantum leap from 3,500 square feet to 12,000 square feet."
Kramer would like to see an ordinance pass soon.
"The longer we draw it out, the more projects will be rushed to the fore to get in under the wire," he
said.
ASSESSMENT FINDS HOMES IN HISTORIC DISTRICTS WELL BELOW MAXIMUM SIZE
ASHLAND m Homes surveyed on 46 lots in three historic districts averaged 69 percent of the
maximum size that would be allowed under proposed size limits.
A Southern Oregon University student conducted the assessment that found homes could average
2,680 square feet if they had been built to the proposed maximum. But existing homes averaged
1,844 square feet.
Under the proposal, homes could cover 2,100 square feet on a 5,000-square-foot lot and 3,984
square feet on a 20,000-square-foot lot. Multi-family units could be larger.
Detached accessory dwellings and garages could also be constructed based on a formula that varies
by size, with up to 50 Percent coverage on a 5,000-square-foot lot. Basements would not count in the
total allowed. Maximum height would be 30 feet.
The three historic residential districts are the Railroad District, Skidmore Academy and Siskiyou-
Hargadine. The downtown business area also has historical designation.
once it emerges from bankruptcy pro- when it is rendered and will respond would uphold the validity of long*term addressing the tnanipulatie~l that con- FEI
Views vary widely on hOuSe sizes
Ordinance proposal
will head for vote
by commissioners;
meeting packed
with opponents of
size restrictions
By Myles Murphy
Ashland Daffy Tld~s
A proposed ordinance limAt-
ing house sizes in the city's hi~
toric districts Will go to the Ash-
land Planning Commission for
a vote, but it has been softened
somewhat through recent pub-
lic discussion.
"The ordinance would deal
with the very largest of the
houses (proposed in the hts-
toric neighborhoods)," Plan-
ning Director John McLaugh-
lin said at a joint gathering of
th~ Ashland Planning and His-
toric commissions Tuesday
ni~t~ "The n~ority ~.. WoUld
generally not be impacted."
The ordinance has been per-
colating for more than a year
since it was first introduced,
and close to 70 residents filled
the Ashland City Council
chambers Tuesday for the
fourth large public discussion
on the changes.
The basis of the ordinance is
a formula which takes into ac-
count the lot size, a certain per-
mitred floor area per lot size,
and an "adjustment factor"
which shrinks as the lot sizes
increase, forcing homes to be
smaller than presently allowed.
Recent changes include a larger
allowed floor area, and a condi-
tional use permit process to ex-
pand a home beyond the al-
lowed size.
The meeting brought out
some of the most well-heeled
residents in the city to raft
against the ordinance.
Jed Meese -- often in the
news for making large dona-
tlons to local projects -- said
the ordinance is unnecessa~.
"Current regulations are
more than adequate," Meese
said. "Table this and let's move
on to something that's impor-
tant/'
Developer Doug Neuman
predicted the ordinance would
force builders to find loopholes,
which could have unintended
consequences.
"We're just creating another
situation where we'd have to
create another ordinance lat-
er,'' Neuman said.
Sid DeBoer, chairman and
chief executive officer of Med-
ford-base Lithta Inc. -- and
brother of Ashland Mayor Alan
DeBoer -- earlier this month
sent out 1,500 postcards to his-
INSIDE
Asld~md Daily Tidings/DENISE BARATrA
Sid DeBoer (left) smiles as he listens to opponents of an ordinance to limit house sizes as fellow op-
ponents Jed Meese and Doug Neuman look on at Tuesday's meetinG. Historian GeorGe Kramer (below
left) argues strongly for the ordinance, while DeBoer (riGht) defends proporty owners' rights.
view Drive in Ashland's Siskiy-
ou-Hargadine HistOric District,
which triggered the movement
to create the ordinance
However, I)eBoer's pre-emi)-
five strike against the ordi-
nance seemed to have a desired
effect Tuesday, as speaker after
speaker stood up to say new
rules aren't needed and would
be an infrh~ement of owners'
rights -- most being answered
toric district residents warning
of the ordinance. DeBoer is the
focus of a community contro-
versy over his plans to build at
least one large home -- up to
12,000 square feet -- on Glen-
by applause from others in the
audience.
"This ordinance is not need-
based," Tawny Bemis said. ~It's
.based on fear of chauge.'
Vista Street resident Chris
Adderson said putting a lid on
sizes would encourage monoto-
ny in the neighborhoods.
'1~shland is not an average
city," Adderson said. "Some
things about us can be differ.
ent."
But support for backers of
the ordinance was strong.
Tree Commissioner and con-
sistent planning process critic
Bryan Holley got a rousin~
cheer after making an impas-
sioned plea in favor of the ordi.
nance. Holly argued that-there
are times the public good out-
that Ashland is at a critical
juncture.
"You're watching tonight
the power of money and private
property rights and we know it
is sometimes OK to defer some
of our individual rights," Hol-
lay said. "When a private citi-
zen sends out 1,500 cards to
sway public opinion, we are'at a
] Ano v RHt demand mwmnde, r of attaeke.
~ local developer who
land that made the
le.
.~ is expected to close
.x lots on 1.2 acres off
[ Patterson streets.
~ the lots will host the
uthern Oregon Uni-
student housing
:hat had been set for
this spring.
thanks to a compli-
angerffent~ iiwOlving
SOU, the Ashland
:y Land Trust and the
Community Develop-
p., the houses were
)uple miles fi:om their
treet site to be reno-
sold.
al caps a tense few
f negotiations, said
~le, executive director
~DC.
nail-biting time," he
~ began looking at the
houses in March,
J officials prepared to
new $800,000, 8,300-
it center for Rogue Val-
Lunity Television.
~ree student houses
the way, said Bruce
~U physical plant direc-
aiversity had money to
a down, but officials
to donate them to a lo-
ofit, he said.
kind of felt like, do the
.g," Moats said.
2, which works to cre-
.able housing through-
;on CounW, saw an op-
~ Demele said. It ac-
donation of the houses
~t $15,000 in relocation
le was, it had no place
em. Enter Medinger, a
city advocate for al-
housing.
~veloper searched hard
. to no avail. Then a
.ld him about a parcel
ey that was soon to be
~ger agreed to buy the
which are each ap-
it more than $110,000.
IVCDC couldn't afford
~.e. Enter the Ashland
tity Land Trust, which
n awarded a $120,000
2001 to purchase prop-
~ordable housing. Two
searching had yielded
~ble land, said Krista
3LT vice president. Last
~e City Council granted
to use the grant for the
{treet project.
See HOUSES, Page 3
being set off in st
Street. Subject, A~
had been warned
fireworks and wa
leased.
Ashland Daily Tidings/DENISE BARATTA · 10:08 p.m. Tm
male cited for poss~
Ashland motorists get a brief reprieve a small stretch near the library, all of the an ounce of marij~
from the single, sometimes-clogged lanes boulevard has been opened to double-lane streets. Released b
along the length of Siskiyou Boulevard, but tragic while road work has slowed. Land- · 8:18 p.m. Tue~
only until after the July 4 holiday. Except for scaping work will continue in the medians, control of vehicle,:
guest cottage, 2(
-- valued at $1000.
Size .... · .7:42 p.m. Tue
- ..~ .......... ed male ~t Sisldy(
~ ' ' :' Terra Avenue trans
· Continued from Page One /' the reasoning behind the ordi- · 3:40 p.m. Tue
nance is based on classism and silver alumint
cultural luring point in our To have others rather than a concern for his- bike recovered, 51
communi " define our needs I toric districts. Boulevard,tagged
McLaughlin explained the "To have others define our · 1:24 p.m. Tue
logic .behind the ordinance, de- find i~O ~ vl~r¥ needs I fmd to be very preju- person or persor~
scribing .a pattern of smaller prejudiced, diced," DeBoer said. andstreet.StOleWalletWallet,and
historic homes torn down or But DeBoer also said he un- $30.
moved and lots being combined · Sid DeBoer derstands the push for limits,
to build larger homes. Ashland resident and recommended the ordi-
'~ks those steps go on, the nanee--if it is approved--al-
(historic) district itself loses not be an issue, low more leeway on size, height
the valuesthat made itwhat it "I didn't buy that property to the building of additions.
was," McLaughlin said. rush it in there," DeBoer said. "If (existing ordinances) are
Ashland Historian George Kramer said the large homes not adequate, then we should
Kramer, who has led the charge would be out Of character with make the ordinance as expan-
on the issue from the begin- the historic area. An inventory sive as you can. We should cr~
ning, argued that this was not of house sizes in historic neigh- ate as little conflict as possible
just a philosophical debate, and borhoods shows that DeBoer's for the people in this town."
that historic buildings are in ,. new house will be three times The historic commission
very real danger without an or- larger than any other house in will look at the matter when it
dinance, the neighborhood, and six meets Aug. 6, and the Planning
"There is a trend in this times larger than the average Commission will likely vote on
town," Kramer said, pointing at historic home in the ciW. it Aug. 12. The Ashland City
Sid DeBoer's plans for one -- DeBoer echoed previous Council could make a final de-
and possibly two -- new large statements he has made on the cision on the ordinance as early
homes in historic neighbor- topic, suggesting that part of as September.
hoods. "I don't think all these
(anti-limit) people would be
here if there wasn't."
Even if approved swiftly, the
ordinance would be instituted
too late to impact DeBoer's lat-
est plans. He has applied for
permits to construct a 12,000-
square-foot residence at 265
Glenview Drive, and has pur-
chased a 15,246-square-foot lot
at 99 Granite St. to develop.
DeBoer said Tuesday he
might divide the Granite Street Suffering with
property and build two homes Are You
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From: The Chambers Family <cat@mind.net>
To: "Sonja akerman" <sonja@ashland.or.us>, <historic_preservation@hotmail.com>,
<jaybruce@mind.net>, <madrona@mind.net>, <salarch@mind.net>, <skwhippet@mind.net>,
<terryskibby321@msn.com>, <chambers@sou.edu>
Date: 6/2/03 8:16PM
Subject: cemetary issue - some thoughts
I don't find the original email that came to us, but I wanted to say I
don't agree at all with the writer who was protesting the fact that people
walk in the cemetary (I believe it was the one by Safeway). As others have
noted, there are well trodden paths there, for one thing. Many of us (I am
included here) find cemetaries to be a bit park-like, inviting walking,
reflecting, feeling a bit of history (in the monuments, lichens, styles,
stone artwork), and certainly thinking about one's own mortality. None of
this appears to me to be in any way disrespectful. What lonely places
these would be if they were all off limits to most of the living.
Again, my 2cents, but I rather think, were some essence of me buried down
below, that I'd enjoy knowing folks were walking around "doing some life"
up where it was green, shady, sun coming through, and pretty attractive. I
even confess to having ridden my bike through a cemetary or two, including
that one, but of course respectfully (what other way!).
Keith
ps - Sonja, IF I've omitted any of the commission on this, can you please
get it to them, and to Mark and Mac too please. Maybe Rocky too. Thanks -
Keith
Keith Chambers
715 Pennsylvania Avenue
Ashland, Oregon 97520 USA
tel (home): +01 541 482-3179
From: <marlene32@charter.net>
To: <akermans@ashland.or.us>, <cat@mind.net>, <knoxm@ashland.or.us>,
<terryskibby321 @msn.com>
Date: 5/22/03 5:34PM
Subject: Old Ashland Cemetery
I am writing to you as Historic Commission Members because of your participation in spotlighting the
past. I am so hoping you can do something about preserving the sanctity of the old Ashland Cemetery on
Main St. It breaks my heart to visit there and view the paths worn right across the graves by uncaring and
callous pedestrians. I was shocked a few years ago that a local running group, dressed in md, used it as
part of their run of that week. The persons buried them am the founding pioneers of this area! They
certainly deserve the respect in their rest that they earned in their lifetime. Please, can we not prevent
further trampling of their resting places? The Historic Commission is pledged to preserve Ashland's
historic past, and I beg you to remember that there would be no Ashland, Talent or other wonderful places
in this valley if it were not for some of the dedicated pioneers who are buried in this cemetery.
Thank you, sincerely,
Marlene Pean
PO Box 3146
Central Point, OR 97502
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