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06/13/2012 MINUTESMINUTES REGULAR MEETING CITY OF PARIS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13, 2012 12:00 O'CLOCK P.M. 1. The Historic Preservation Commission meeting was called to order by Arvin Starrett, Chairman at 12:00 p.m. A. The following members were present: Arvin Starrett, Chairman Paul Denney, Vice - Chairman Douglas Cox Ben Vaughan David Stewart Nancy Anderson B. The following members were absent: Britin Bostick C. Also present Jeanna Scott, Historic Preservation Officer; Robert Talley, Code Enforcement Supervisor; and John Godwin, City Manager. 2. Approval of minutes from previous meetings. (May 9, 2012; May 17, 2012; May 23, 2012) Motion was made by Douglas Cox, seconded by Nancy Anderson to approve the meeting minutes for May 9, 2012; May 17, 2012; and May 23, 2012. Motion carried 6 -0. 3. Consideration of and action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness: A. 137 South Main Street— We Reit, LLC — No one available to represent the petition. No action taken. B. 15 East Plaza — Paris Optical — Dr. Colten Wicks, business owner presented the petition. Dr. Wicks stated they want to replace the canvas awning because it has become very faded. The proposed awning will be a black canvas installed over the existing barrel frame. Motion was made by Paul Denney, seconded by Douglas Cox to approve the COA. Motion carried 6 -0. C. 2 Clarksville Street — Sky Sign — Jeanna Scott, Historic Preservation Officer presented the petition. Ms. Scott stated Main Street, PDA and the Chamber of Commerce held a contest to come up with a design for the sky sign located at 2 Clarksville Street. The graphic that won is enclosed; Main Street, PDA and the Chamber will be funding this project as a group effort. Motion was made by Ben Vaughan, seconded by Nancy Anderson to approve the COA. Motion carried 6 -0. D. 102 Clarksville Street — Tots 2 Teens — Karen Jenkins, business owner presented the petition. Ms. Jenkins stated that the information on the sign is no longer correct. They are proposing replacing the sign with a new graphic that displays the correct information. The sign will be the same size and located in the same place as the other sign. Motion was made by Ben Vaughan, seconded by Nancy Anderson to approve the COA. Motion carried 6 -0. E. I Lamar Avenue — Robin's Nest — Jeanna Scott, Historic Preservation Officer presented the petition. Ms. Scott stated that Ms. Crabb was unable to represent the petition because she is the only employee and could not close her store. Ms. Scott further stated that the signage has already been installed at this location. The signage does meet the sign ordinance allowable for the business. Ms. Scott stated that Ms. Crabb was informed the sign on the canopy must be removed as it does not meet the requirements. Motion was made by Ben Vaughan, seconded by Paul Denney to approve the COA. Motion carried 6 -0. F. 36 Clarksville Street — BFSN Law —Candace Morree, business owner presented the petition. Ms. Morree stated they will be replacing the current sign above the door with the sign presented to commissioners. They also proposing a door graphic, all other signage will be removed. Motion was made by Paul Denney, seconded by Ben Vaughan to approve the COA. Motion carried 6 -0. 4. Consideration of and action on the following Tax Exemptions: A. 136 and 138 Clarksville Street — Cattledrive Steakhouse — Commissioners reviewed the application for Tax Exemption. Motion was made by Nancy Anderson, seconded by Paul Denney to approve the Tax Exemption. Motion carried 6 -0. 5. Update, report and discussion regarding substandard structures located in the Historic District by Robert Talley, Code Enforcement Officer A. 24 -26 Clarksville Street Robert Talley made a report to the commission. The structure has gone to Building and Standards on May 21, BSC ordered repair and secure within 30 days. Mr. Talley stated they are still having an ongoing problem with the heirs of the property. Mr. Hagey the managing property owner stated they have had another of the owners sign off on the property. There is still one heir, Cecilia Cox, who according to Mr. Hagey is an heir to the property. Ms. Cox is still stating she has no interest in this property and is not an heir. Building and Standards ordered the property owners to repair and secure within 30 days, if the building is not repaired and secured within the 30 days, the city has the right to do so with a $100.00 a day civil penalty accessed. Mr. Hagey has done some of the required repairs however there are still things that have to be done, this property will go back to BSC in July. Arvin Starrett asked is there a possible buyer in the wings? Mr. Talley stated yes there are several people who are interested in the property. The problem is and has always been getting the heirs to sign off on the purchase. Nancy Anderson stated this building has a significant water leaks that is affecting the adjacent properties, can the City go in and make the repairs to keep the damage from continuing. Robert Talley stated yes the City can go in and repair the roof and secure the building. Arvin Starrett asked can BSC file a civil complaint or suit against the estate forcing the property heirs to come to court. Robert Talley stated he did not know if they had the jurisdiction to do that. Mr. Talley further stated he will speak with the City Attorney and get clarification regarding this as a possibility. Commissioners discussed in length options how to make the property owners take responsibility and move forward. Commissioners requested further information regarding Kenny Kammer's building, the Beard house and 107 Grand Avenue. Robert Talley stated they have a civil engineer coming to access the Kammer building and give a report. Mr. Talley further stated that BSC ordered demolition of the Beard house. Jeanna Scott stated the heirs have donated 107 Grand Avenue to the City of Paris, however, prior to City Council excepting the donation we are getting asbestos surveys and bids for stabilizing the building. This will give City Council an idea of what it would cost to attain the building. The staff should have all the information ready to go to Council in July. Robert Talley further stated that Ben Faber's building on Clarksville has had all required repairs completed. The capstone, the awning and roof have been repaired, there is no water in the basement and the floor joist in the basement look very sturdy and secure. Commissioners thanked Robert for his report. 6. Future agenda items. Arvin Starrett requested to address commission. 7. Meeting adjourned at 12:54 p.m. APPROVED THIS 25 rd DAY OF JUNE, 2012. a airman