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08/09/2017 MINUTESREGULAR MEETING MINUTES CITY OF PARIS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 107 EAST KAUFMAN PARIS, TEXAS WEDNESDAY, August 9, 2017 4:00 P.M. PRESENT ABSENT Chris Dux, Chairman Sarali Barbee Skipper Steely, Vice Chair Randy Hider, Secretary GUEST: Glee Emmite Richard Ford Linda Vandiver John Norman David Alarid Ish Arebalos Cheri Bedford HPO Holly North Chief Larry Wright, FD Brad Archer Paul Denney Barbara Wilson 1. Commissioner Dux called the meeting to order at 4:00 p. m. 2. Motion was made to accept the July 12, 2017 meeting by acclamation 3. Chief Larry Wright, Paris Fire Dept. gave a presentation as an effort to dispel myths/rumors about fire safety and requirements that are circulating in and around the downtown community. 4. Discussion and Possible Action on the following Certificates of Appropriateness: a. COA # 2017-19: 205 E. Houston: Richard Ford presented the Certificate of Appropriateness on behalf of Lyle Edwards for the doors to cover the fireplace. Mr. Ford explained to the commission that that the doors are going to be built to match existing doors. Mr. Ford explained that the doors will be painted with a faux finish that comes in a kit that will make the white doors look like wood grain. Mr. Ford explained the doors will look like the existing doors and fit the opening proportionally. Commissioner Dux reminded the members of the commission that they should keep historic preservation as a top priority and keep thing as accurate as possible, but this is a compromise that will work to improve the appearance of the building based on the building owner's preferences. A motion was made to approve the doors as presented by Commissioner Steely, seconded by Commissioner Hider, motion carried 6-0 b. COA #2017-20:1033 Bonham -Demolition Old City Sanitarium Children's Wing. Mr. John Norman distribution manager, spoke on behalf of Coca-Cola South West Beverages gave the commission a presentation on the building. Mr. Norman explained that Coca-Cola had been in Paris for 111 years supporting the community and they planned on continuing the support and staying within the community. A presentation was brought up on the screen and presented to the commissioners. Mr. Norman said that there was a legacy within the building in that some of the past Coca-Cola employees were either born in or worked in the Children's wing of the City Sanitarium. However, Mr. Norman explained that ADA accessibility and plumbing and electrical code requirements were just too cost prohibitive for renovation. Mr. Norman had received quotes in excess of 2 million dollars. The building hasn't been in use for many years due to water infiltration. He said that is sits right in the middle of the property. Commissioner Vandiver asked if the building could be moved, and the answer was that was too cost prohibitive as well. Commissioner Dux asked what the plans were for the site in the event of demolition of the structure, and Mr. Norman said the area would be first grass, and then turned into parking. Commissioners Dux asked if they had researched state and federal tax credits as an incentive for restoration. Commissioner Dux reviewed details of when the structure was appointed by council as a local landmark, and that the intentions at the time were to make a medical museum. He said there was evidence of discussions between Coca-Cola and Dr. Hayden at the time and there was no evidence of objection on behalf of Coca-Cola. Commissioner Hider asked if there would be any alternate use for the building, because it was not practical to keep the building if it would keep deteriorating. Mr. Norman stated there was no alternate use. He also said that Coca cola plans that they added geography. Commissioner Steely asked if there were anything that could be salvaged. Mr. Brad Archer talked about the building construction and explained that it was mostly structural concrete and mortar. The floors are terrazzo, but the rest of the structure was nothing historically significant other than old fire glass with chicken wire inside and brick. There was some discussion on the historic windows, and glass bricks in the building. Commissioner Dux requested that Coca-Cola do some more research on deconstruction of historic property in an appropriate way. Commissioner Vandiver made the motion to not approve the COA for demolition and defer for 90 days, and the Commission will request feedback from Texas Historical Commission to meet with Coca-Cola and survey the building and discuss appropriate deconstruction procedure or restoration. Seconded by Commissioner Steely, Motion carried 6-0 5. The commission discussed the draft resolution 208 S. Main Street, Belford Apartments. After discussion in depth on the issue, a motion was made by Commissioner Steely to scrap the resolution because the commission felt it didn't meet the desired objectives for the property, and appointed Commissioner Dux to visit with the City Attorney in Paris to discuss other alternatives. Seconded by Linda Vandiver, Motion carried 6-0 6. There was discussion and consideration regarding the following structures considered by code inspectors to be in violation of Article III of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Paris, Paris, Texas A. 1036 NW 13`x' B. 2207 WAustin (shed) C. 1153 SE 16`h D. 1445 W Sherman E. 623 6" SE Commissioner Vandiver asked to pull items E for discussion. Commissioner Steely asked to remove B & D for discussion. Commissioner Steely made the motion to leave A and C remained on the consent agenda, seconded by Commissioner Vandiver, motions carried 6 —0 Commissioner Vandiver asked if anything else could be done to save the property 623 6th SE for its historical value to the community. The deconstruction policy was reviewed. After much discussion a motion was made to send the property to Building and Standards Commission by Commissioner Steely because the structure cannot be rehabilitated, and the commission has not been able to secure a purchaser, or come up with a plan for restoration. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Alarid, motion carried 6-0 After reviewing the pictures of the shed that was up for consideration to demolish, Commissioner Steely made a motion to add item B. back to the consent agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Hider, Motion carried 6-0 After some discussion on dilapidation of structures in the city of Paris and reviewing the history of the property in question, a motion was made by Commissioner Vandiver add item D. 1445 W Sherman back on the agenda for demolition, seconded by Commissioner Emmite, Motion carried 4-0 Commissioner Steely and Commissioner Alarid abstained from the vote. 7. HPO gave updated reports on the following; COA#2017-21, COA#2017-18, COA#2017-17 Commissioner Alarid reported to the commission that the trim of the house located at 1025 Church Street has been painted. 8. Commissioner Hider requested the discussion of alternative materials for new construction is added to the September agenda, Commissioner Dux requested changes to the design standards be reviewed. 9. A motion was made to adjourn at 6:04 p.m. motion carried 6-0