05.04.95A G E N D A
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
Meeting May 4, 1995
City Hall
City Commission Conference Room
300 N. Park Avenue
Sanford, Florida
4:30 P.M.
I. Call to Order and Roll Call
II. Excused /Unexcused Absences
III. Welcome New Member
IV. Approval of Minutes
March 2, 1995
April 6, 1995
V. Application for Certificate of Appropriateness
COMMERCIAL
a) 217 South Park Avenue - Graphics & Sign
b) 201 West First Street - Replace Doors & Windows
RESIDENTIAL
a) 321 Magnolia Avenue - Move Plants
b) 1217 Magnolia Avenue Gutters, Staircase,
Windows, Driveway
c) 718 Oak Avenue - Carport & Fence
d) 618 Park Avenue - Tree Removal, Porch Railing,
& Balcony
VI. Acknowledgement of Minor Review Committee Actions:
Residential
a)
900
South
Magnolia Avenue - Facade
b)
117
West
10th Street - Paint Exterior
c)
813
South
Magnolia - Roof
d)
718
Oak Avenue - Paint Exterior
e)
709
South
Palmetto - Paint Exterior
VII. Permission to locate Downtown Farmers' Market in
Magnolia Square
VIII. Ad Valorem Tax Exemptions for Improvements to
Historic Properties
IX. Other Business
a) Code Enforcement - All members are encouraged
to turn in potential code violations in
writing to Penny Turner at the close of the
meeting.
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: If a person decides to appeal a decision
made with respect to any matter considered at the above meeting or
hearing, he may need a verbatim record of the proceedings,
including the testimony and evidence, which record is not provided
by the City of Sanford, (FS 286.0105)
Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any
of these proceedings should contact the Personnel Office ADA
Coordinator at 330 -5626 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
M I N U T E S
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING
May 4, 1995
4 :30 P.M.
City Commission Conference Room
City Hall, Sanford, Florida
Members Present:
Laura Sollien, Chairman
Cal Conklin
Margaret Frison
Jerry Mills
Don Moore
Helen Stairs
011ie Williams
Members Absent:
Chris Cranias
Michael Skat
Laura Straehla
Others in Attendance:
Russ Gibson, Staff Liaison
Penny Turner, Secretary
Andrew Van Gaale, Planning Technician
The Meeting was called to order by the Chairman Laura Sollien at
4:30 P.M.
Jerry Mills moved to table the Minutes of March 2, 1995 and April
6, 1995 to allow the Secretary time to edit said Minutes. A
portion of the March 2, 1995 Minutes, requires action due to the
applicant appealing this Board's decision: This portion pertains
to the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness for a
driveway, at 1019 Magnolia Avenue. Cal Conklin moved to approve
the portion of the March 2, 1995 Minutes relating to said
application. Seconded by Helen.Stairs and carried by.
vote.
Alex Ford and Martin Rak were present and submitted an Application
for Certificate of Appropriateness for graphics and signs at 217,,
South Park Avenue. On April 4, 1995 the Board requested a meeting
with FINA representatives, City Staff and Michael Skat,
representative of the Historic Preservation Board. At that held on
April 19, 1995 three items discussed 1) the facia and canopy
graphics, 2) freestanding pole, and 3) removal of the credit card
signage. FINA representatives submitted standards regarding
graphics which are included in the agenda packet.. It was a
consensus that the existing canopy signage and dimensions were in
accord with that particular structure. A discussion was held
regarding site visibility and the height of the freestanding pole
sign.
DATE 8 -3 -95
ITEM [ b
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Laura Sollien moved to approve the current canopy graphics and the
FINA ID and price signs, with the site clearance on the pole sign
being 7' as required by FDOT. If the City's requirement is an 8'
site clearance the pole sign is to be raised. She further moved
that the credit card holders and signs that are attached to the
price sign be removed at 217 South Park Avenue. Seconded by 011ie
Williams and carried by unanimous vote.
Mr. Mills asked the status of the code violation on chain link
fence at 217 South Park Avenue. Mr. Ford explained that they have
appealed the decision of the City Commission to the Circuit Court.
The City has filed a Motion to Dismiss and his response to the
Motion to Dismiss is due the beginning of next week.
Discussion was held.regarding placing a. statement on the bottom.of
the Board's agenda advising the Public that applicants represented
by counsel must so state in the application to allow the Board to
obtain equal representation. Mr.. Mills volunteered to speak with
the City Manager to determine the best method of notifying.
applicants.
W. Scott Culp, representing Paulucci International Ltd., Inc.,
submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to
replace existing doors and window covers at 201 West First Street.
Applicant was not present.
Jerry Mills moved to approve the Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness with the condition that the applicant apply a high
quality sealant to top surface between the wood and the brick and
along both vertical sides. Seconded by Cal Conklin and carried by
unanimous vote.
Maureen and David Kelly submitted an Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness to move existing plants at 321 Magnolia Avenue.
Applicants were not present. There was discussion on whd'fher or
not this required an application. Mr. Gibson explained Schedule S
of the Land Development Regulations state that fixtures and other
natural features such as trees and shrubbery, require an
application. The Board concurs that this section of the-,
regulations will need to be researched.
Don Moore moved to approve the Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness to move existing plants at 321 Magnolia Avenue.
Seconded by Laura Straehla and carried by unanimous vote.
Cecil and Doris Butler submitted an Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness to replace gutters, replace wooden staircase with
cast aluminum spiral staircase, open boarded windows in garage and
replace with wood windows, and replace..the rolled roofing at 1217
Magnolia Avenue. Mr. Gibson presented photographs for this
application.
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Jerry Mills moved to approve the Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness as submitted with the exception of rolled roofing.
He moved to table the request for replacement of rolled roof.
There is not enough information available for him to make a
decision. Laura Straehla seconded that motion with the assumption
that the stair case is going to be the quality level that the
brochure indicates. Motion was carried as follows:
Cal Conklin Aye
Margaret Frison Aye
Jerry Mills Aye
Don Moore Aye
Laura Sollien Nay
Helen Stairs Aye
011ie Williams Aye
Kim Myers was present and submitted an Application for Certificate
of Appropriateness to remove two carports and install privacy fence.
at 718 Oak Avenue. Mrs. Myers provided diagrams and photographs of
the impacted areas. She explained that diagram A shows the
existing two carports which are attached to the main house and the
carriage house. Diagram B shows removal of both carports and
installation of a picket fence. The fence will provide more
privacy where the courtyard turns to the carriage house. Diagram
C shows a one car covered porch area and the picket fence along the
property line. Ms. Myers indicated that she will not be requesting
to do the work described in Diagram C for another year and is
concerned that it be approved. If both of the carports are removed
and sheds not able to replace the courtyard covered structure she
does not wish to remove the carports.
Jerry Mills moved to approve the Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness to remove the carports and install a picket fence.
He furthered moved to approve the concept of Diagram C for
installing a one cad: covered porch area at 718 Oak Avenue.
Seconded by Laura Straehla and carried by unanimous vote.
Laurie Von Bampus. was present and submitted an Application for
Certificate of Appropriateness to remove three palm trees, new
porch railing and enclose rear balcony, change windows, remove old
rotten windows and replace with french doors, and a stockade fence
at 618 Park Avenue. The Applicant submitted photographs for the
.Board's review. She expressed to the Board that the. columns„
currently on the house are not original to the house there are
marks on the outside walls that show it originally had a serpentine
rail and in the future she wishes to go back to the serpentine
rails. At this current time she is requesting a basic railing
between the columns. Discussion was held regarding the Arbor
Regulations in effect to protect the tree canopy.
Jerry Mills moved to approve the Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness as submitted with the exception of removing the 3
trees. Per applicant's request Item C enclosing rear balcony was
not consideration. Seconded by Don Moore and carried by unanimous
vote.
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Ms. Von Bampus informed the Board that she has considered applying
for a conditional use to have a Bed and Breakfast. Her plan is to
do intimate weddings. She would like this Board to endorse this
concept.
Tom Tinyes, with Creative Environment, was present and submitted an
Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to repair windows at
709 Palmetto Avenue. Mr. Tinyes explained that he is painting the
house and there are some double sash wood windows which are
damaged. The home owners are working on a tight budget and to
replace with wood windows would be expensive, running approximately
$500 per window.
Jerry Mills moved to table the Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness to repair the windows at 709 Palmetto Avenue. Mr.
Mills informed the .applicant that there are companies that will
replace wooden sashes to meet almost the exact profile of the
originals for a lot less than aluminum windows. -Mr. Mills
requested that Mr. Tinyes call him at work on Monday and he will
provide names of companies that replaces wooden sashes for much
less than $500. Mr. Mills stated that if the applicant is willing
to have one of these companies replace the wooden windows to match
the existing then it is considered ordinary maintenance and does
not require an Certificate of Appropriateness. Seconded by 011ie
Williams and carried by unanimous vote.
The Board acknowledged the Minor Review Committee Actions for the
following Certificates of Appropriateness:
a) 900 South Magnolia Avenue - Facade
b) 117 West 10th Street - Paint Exterior
c) 813 South Magnolia - Roof
d) 718 Oak Avenue - Paint Exterior
e) 709 South Palmetto - Paint
Discussion was held regarding the Minor Review Committee' s - action
on 900 South Magnolia Avenue, the McCory building. All of the
facade will not be removed only an exploratory portion. .
Discussion was held regard Sanford Main Street, Inc., requested
permission from the City to locate a Farmers' Market in Magnolia
Square and in the 75 feet of right -of -way south of Magnolia Square.
This market will operate on Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00
noon in the summer and between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the fall.
Fresh produce, baked goods, food and beverages, specialty plants
and flowers will be sold. No crafts or flea market items will be
allowed.
Jerry Mills moved to approve the location of a Farmers' Market in
Magnolia Square as proposed by the Sanford Main Street, Inc.
Seconded by Laura Straehla and carried by unanimous vote.
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Andrew Van Gaale, City of Sanford Planning Technician, gave a
presentation on Ad Valorem Tax Exemptions for improvements to
historic properties.
Laura Straehla moved to approve to endorse the concept of
implementing state enabling legislation to allow for Ad Valorem Tax
Exemptions for improvements to historic properties. Seconded by
Jerry Mills and carried by unanimous vote.
There being no further business before the Board, the meeting was
adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted: Penny Turner
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