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File #: 18-5484   
Type: Resolution
In control: City Council A Session
On agenda: 10/18/2018
Posting Language: PULLED -- Resolution to initiate historic landmark designation for 800 W Russell and a waiver of application fees. [Roderick Sanchez, Assistant City Manager; Shanon Shea Miller, Director, Office of Historic Preservation].
Attachments: 1. Fiscal Impact Form, 2. Draft Ordinance
Related files: 18-5882
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Department: Office of Historic Preservation

Department Head: Shanon Shea Miller

Council district impacted: District 1

Subject: Resolution to initiate landmark designation for 800 W Russell

Summary:

This resolution requests direction from City Council to move forward with historic landmark designation for the property at 800 W Russell. On April 4, 2018, the Historic and Design Review Commission (HDRC) agreed that the property is historically significance, and is requesting to initiate an application for landmark designation.

Background Information:

In February, OHP received two Requests for Review of Historic Significance for 800 W Russell and its neighbor, 2511 N Flores, in the Alta Vista Conservation District. The owner's intent is to demolish both structures and build two 4 story units. The proposed development would not require a zoning change. To date, no demolition request has been submitted.
The structure at 800 W Russell is a one story Craftsman bungalow residence, built c. 1920. Both are located within the Alta Vista NCD near the corner of West Russell and North Flores. The application was submitted by a resident of the neighborhood and the Alta Vista Neighborhood Association has also expressed concern with the demolition and the potential for new construction of higher density housing on the property.
The structure meets three Criteria for Evaluation: 3, 5, and 7 in accordance with the process for considering designation of a historic landmark, as outlined in the UDC Section 35-607.
On 800 W Russell, the HDRC agreed with the request for review of historic significance, recommended approval and requested a resolution from the City Council to initiate the designation process. The property owner still remains not in support of the designation.

Issue:

800 W Russell meets the criteria and is eligible for landmark designation. If Council approves a resolution to proceed with landmark designation, then OHP would apply for a change in zoning t...

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