15 - Historic Overlay District in a Two-Family dwelling District - Block 146 Lot 3 - 705 S.E. 3rd Street

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Item No. 15 TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem and City Council Grayson Path, City Manager FROM: Andrew Mack, AICP Director Planning & Community Development SUBJECT: Public hearing to consider and take action regarding the petition of the City of Paris for the addition of a Historic Overlay District (HD -18) in a Two -Family Dwelling District (217) in the City of Paris, Block 146, Lot 3, located at 705 SE 3rd Street- LCAD 16382. MTG. DATE: June 27, 2022 BACKGROUND The City of Paris proposes the addition of a local Historic Overlay District (HD -18) for the creation of a single freestanding historic district. This is for the identified oldest standing residence in the City located a 705 SE 3`d St. The City has mowed the property for years and the property is delinquent with several years of unpaid property taxes making it eligible for tax foreclosure due to the vacant status of the residence. The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) and Planning & Zoning Commission have recommended to the City Council the creation of this new single structure district to preserve the architectural significance of the propertylIcP11. This will protect the oldest house in the City of Paris from any potential demolition orders according to ordinance provisions. There has also been substantial interest in purchasing the property should it become eligible for sale under the tax foreclosure proceedings. The exterior of the structure appears salvageable, thus warranting the creation of this district. ANALYSIS The house was constructed in 1880 with an Italianate Architecture Style. There are no plans at this time for remodeling. Although, it is highly likely that such remodeling work would begin once it can be relinquished from a trustee status through a court proceeding. The establishment of this historic district designation is an additional step in securing a future for the residence and creating financial grant incentives for remodeling. The condition of the interior is undetermined at this point in time. Page 1 of 2