2019-009 Adopting Amendments to the Design Standards for the Historic DistrictsORDINANCE NO. 2019-009
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS,
ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE "DESIGN STANDARDS FOR THE
HISTORIC DISTRICTS OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS"; PROVIDING A
PENALTY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2002-033, the "Paris Historic
Preservation Ordinance," on June, 17, 2002 declaring that the protection, preservation, and
enhancement of districts and landmarks of architectural, archaeological, cultural, and
historic importance is a matter of public policy; and
WHEREAS, said Paris Historic Preservation Ordinance was codified as Chapter 7,
Article VI, "Historic Preservation," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Paris;
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the goals set forth in the Paris Historic Preservation
Ordinance, the City Council did thereafter approve the creation of seventeen (17) Historic
Overlay Districts by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Sec. 7-155 of the Code of Ordinances, each creating
ordinance contained design guidelines and other appropriate regulations concerning the
exterior and site development or redevelopment of buildings in each Historic Overlay
District as those standards existed at the time of passage; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Sec. 7-153(e) of the Code of Ordinances, the City Council has
vested in the Historic Preservation Commission the authority to, among other things,
approve or disapprove certificates of appropriateness for renovations or construction in
the Historic Overlay Districts and to prepare and promote design guidelines for landmarks
and districts; and
WHEREAS, on the Historic Preservation Commission adopted "Design Standards for
the Historic Districts of the City of Paris, Texas" (hereinafter, the "Design Standards") in
2009;and
WHEREAS, on or about April 11, 2018, the Historic Preservation Commission
approved certain amendments and clarifications to the Design Standards with respect to
windows, bricks, and fencing; and
WHEREAS, on June 11, 2018, in Ordinance No. 2018-016, City Council amended the
ordinances creating the seventeen (17) Historic Overlay Districts to incorporate the City's
Design Standards for Historic Districts; and
WHEREAS, on or about November 2, 2018, the Historic Preservation Commission
approved certain further amendments and clarifications to the Design Standards with
respect to fencing;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARIS, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the amendments to the Design Standards for the Historic Districts
of the City of Paris, Texas, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by
reference relating to windows, bricks and fencing are hereby adopted in their totality.
Section 2. That a copy of said Exhibit A shall be appended to the existing Design
Standards adopted in Ordinance No. 2018-016 and, pursuant to Section 4 of each of the
following ordinances, shall be included in the Design Standards attached to said
ordinances:
Ordinance No. 2003-023 (Downtown Historical Overlay District, otherwise known
as HD-1);
Ordinance No. 2003-045 (The Paris Santa Fe -Frisco Depo Property, otherwise
known as HD -3);
Ordinance No. 2004-021 (HD -2, Church Street);
Ordinance No. 2004-022 (HD -4, 714 Graham Street);
Ordinance No. 2004-023 (HD -5, 623 61h Street SE);
Ordinance No. 2004-024 (HD -6, 1970 Clarksville St.);
Ordinance No. 2004-025 (HD -7, 429 Graham Street; 410, 428, and 440 W. Kaufman
Street);
Ordinance No. 2004-026 (HD -8, 357 W. Kaufman Street);
Ordinance No. 2004-031 (HD -9, 625 Washington Street);
Ordinance No. 2004-032 (HD -10,1033 Bonham Street);
Ordinance No. 2004-033 (HD -11, 744 3rd Street NW);
Ordinance No. 2004-034 (HD -12, 2006 Bonham St.);
Ordinance No. 2004-054 (HD -13, also known as Downtown Historic Overlay District
No. 2, 561 Clarksville Street);
Ordinance No. 2005-064 (HD -14, 546 Pine Bluff Street);
Ordinance No. 2007-025 (HD -15,418 W. Washington St.);
Ordinance No. 2012-031 (726 W. Sherman St., otherwise known as HD -16); and
Ordinance No. 2014-016 (60 Sycamore St., otherwise known as HD -17)
Section 3. That all provisions of the ordinances of the City of Paris, Texas in conflict
with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed, and all other provisions of the
ordinances of the City of Paris not in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall
remain in full force and effect.
Section 4. That the repeal of any ordinance or part of ordinances affected by the
enactment of this ordinance shall not be construed as abandoning any action now pending
under or by virtue of such ordinance or as discontinuing, abating, modifying, or altering
any penalty accruing or to accrue, or as affecting any rights of the municipality under any
section or provisions of any ordinance at the time of passage of this ordinance.
Section 5. That it is the intention of the City Council of the City of Paris that this
ordinance and every provision hereof, shall be considered severable, and the invalidity or
partial invalidity of any section, clause, or provisions of this ordinance shall not affect the
validity of any other portion of this ordinance.
Section 6. That any person violating any provision of this ordinance shall be guilty
of a Misdemeanor, and upon conviction, shall be subject to a fine in accordance with
provisions of Sec. 1-6 of Chapter One of the City of Paris Code of Ordinances, and each and
every day's continuance of any violation of the above -enumerated sections shall constitute
and be deemed a separate offense.
Section 7. This ordinance shall take after passage and publication as required by
law.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS,
this 11th day of February, 2019.
ice Ellis, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
npi anie H. Harris, City Attorney
Ste Wl' CIiffor .D., Mayor
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Fencing in the Commercial Historic District -
On page 28 of the City of Paris Historic District Design Standards it states that unless historically documented, fencing in
the commercial historic district is not allowed. In recent years in certain circumstances a fence could be necessary. The
commission or HPO will review appropriate fencing on a case by case basis for instances where fencing is requested in
the Paris Commercial Historic District.
Guidelines:
• If original remains repair that which is deteriorated.
• Place fences along established property lines
• Gates at the entrances to existing alleys will be mounted in a way not to damage adjacent historic structures.
• All fencing will be mounted on their own post.
• Attaching fencing to the brick of a historic building is prohibited.
Appropriate materials are:
Ornamental metal
Square/round vertical tubing utilizing caps or with
finials
Metal must be powder coated with an approved
historic color
Inappropriate fence:
The type of materials used to create a guard rail is
considered NOT appropriate fencing for the historic district.
Chain link, wood, vinyl, and concrete, steel pipe guardrails are all prohibited.
EXHIBIT A
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A. Caps and Finials
B. Mounted on post
A value of a historic structure, whether residential or commercial, is equal to the sum of its parts. As original
materials are removed from a historic structure, it begins to lose its integrity and ultimately its historic value.
Historic windows greatly contribute to a property in terms of character and craftsmanship. They were expertly
designed and constructed from high-quality materials. Preserving historic windows in place keeps original, high
quality materials with the property and out of the landfill.
The detailing of the window is frequently a key to the characteristic in identifying an architectural style. They were
designed to not only be aesthetically pleasing, but were necessary as a functioning component to the building by
providing light and ventilation. The loss of original windows also has great potential to negatively impact the
appearance of a historic property. Building facades lose proportionality and depth as modern replacements are
introduced.
Historic wood windows can certainly be maintained or restored to working order. Preservation of original
!;rchitectural features, including windows, is encouraged in the City of Paris Historic Design Standards.
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ceeking to "upgrade" their aging properties.
culprit of heat gain/loss. The criminalization of "drafty old windows" is nothing new; window manufacturers have
long been pointing out the faults of old windows while promoting attractive solutions (their products). New low -e,
gas-filled and triple pane replacements may seem like an exciting solution for building owners coping with their
monthly energy bill. In reality, heat gain/loss occurs evenly throughout the home or building, with windows only
accounting for 25% of waste. Poorly insulated walls and attics are the greater culprit.
Even windows in the best condition can be made more energy efficient. Heat gain/loss through windows occurs in
Three different ways: air infiltration, heat transfer (conduction) and solar gain (radiation). There are a number of
low cost, reversible and historically appropriate strategies that can be used to reduce heat gain/loss. it should be
noted that implementing a combination of any of these techniques can be just as effective in arresting heat
gain/loss as a brand new window.
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stripping drastically reduces air infiltration at meeting points in the window. This can easily be done by any
homeowner and offers a great return on investment.
Storm windows can be used to provide an additional transparent barrier between the outside and inside of a
historic structure. Their installation creates an insulating air pocket which reduces heat transfer. Storm windows
can be hung from the interior of a window and simply clipped or wedged into place (some even use magnets) for
easy removal and cleaning. Some exterior storm windows may be appropriate provided that they have a thin fra
and are used with either a decorative screen or in a manner that does not obscure any architectural details. I
Shades, Shutters and Screens can all be used to prevent solar gain during the hot summer months or seasons
where windows receive direct sunlight. Some interior shades also have insulating qualities that can reduce heat
transfer.
There are many resources available for information on window repair and replacement through the Texas
Historical Commission and the National Parks service. The City of Paris Historic Preservation office is happy to
provide guidance when it comes to historic windows or other elements of the structure.
Guidelines for Restoration of historic windows:
Repairable Window:
• Paint, glaze, glass, missing or broken
• Meeting rails not aligning;
• Cords broken or hardware missing;
• Sill or frame rotted;
. Partially rotted rails and stiles which
require patching.
Meeting Rails not aligning
Examples of Repairable Windows:
In most cases, window repair is not only the more affordable
solution upfront, but offers a much greater return on
investment than replacement. Repairing and maintaining an old
wood window may seem like a daunting task, but remember
that historic windows were intended to be taken apart. If one
piece fails, then only that piece may be replaced. With
education on these practices, repairs can become something
that any property owner can tackle one window at a time
(Although they can obtain the services of a professional)
Cords broken or missing hardware
Missing glazing and paint, minor frame rot
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Beyond Repair:
. Missing components or units;
Extreme wood rot;
• Where 50% or more of a window's components
must be reconstructed, a replacement may be
considered;
. Replacement sashes may also be constructed to
fit within the original frame.
Recommended stipulations for replacement:
Individual sashes should be replaced where possible. Should a full window unit require replacement,
inserts should
• Match the original materials;
• Maintain the original dimension and profile;
• Feature clear glass. Reflective coatings are not recommended for
replacements;
• Maintain the original appearance of window trim or sill detail.
Vinyl product changes the
Material
Window is not recessed
within frame
Track insert alters profile
Things to avoid
Sash components do not
feature traditional dimensions
Coating that are heavily tinted
or reflective
Retrofitting with different size
window than opening.
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Window trim and sill detail
not consistent with original
Meeting rails thicker than
original
Aluminum anodized
AlUnlinum anoaizea
vinyl windows
3. Retrofitted windows. New
window dimensions smaller than
original openings.
Uneven symmetry: meeting rails
should mimic original features and
symmetry of downtown building.
Glass size and divisions: Historic mindoms were constructed -with single panes of glass held together midi Food pieces
and glazing compound. Tliese wood pieces formed a grid called a muntin. This constriction method (several small pieces of
glass held together with innntins) is called a true divided -lite. This is tie best option for replacement because it will give the
same appearance as tie historic window.
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Acceptable replacement windows can be approved provided they match the original in profile, dimension, configuration,
materials, color and finish. (Divided light and size considered).
Powdered coated aluminum clad wooden windows
Fiberglass clad wooden windows
fiberglass windows
For questions, please contact the City of Paris office of Historic Preservation.
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• If a historic brick facade has been painted, removal of the paint and restoring the original brick is
recommended. Removing existing paint from the structure should use the gentlest means possible. Consult a
preservation specialist for information.
• Removing the paint is not economically feasible and building owner wants to repaint, then the paint must be applied
only the area where there is evidence of existing paint, and avoiding painting original features. A minor certificate of
appropriateness for ordinary repair and maintenance is required for painting. Please consult with the City of Paris
Historic Preservation Officer for a list of approved Historic Colors.
Fencing in the Historic District.
• If original remains repair that which is deteriorated.
• Chain link, plywood, vinyl, and concrete are prohibited.
• Place fences along established property lines
• Gates at the entrances to existing alleys will be mounted in a way not to damage adjacent historic structures. All
fencing will be mounted on their own post on established property lines. Attaching fencing to historic buildings is
prohibited.
• Acceptable materials include heavy-duty black or white fencing vertical pipe or steel tubing fences