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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/12/2022 - Historic Preservation Commission - AGENDA - Work SessionPage 1 Meg Dunn, Chair Location: Kurt Knierim, Vice Chair This meeting will be held Margo Carlock remotely via Zoom. Walter Dunn Eric Guenther Anne Nelsen Jim Rose Staff Liaison: Vacant Seat Maren Bzdek Vacant Seat Historic Preservation Manager Work Session January 12, 2022 5:30 PM Historic Preservation Commission AGENDA Pursuant to City Council Ordinance 079, 2020, a determination has been made by the Chair after consultation with the City staff liaison that conducting the hearing using remote technology would be prudent. This remote Historic Preservation Commission meeting will be available online via Zoom or by phone. No one will be allowed to attend in person. The meeting will be available to join beginning at 5:15 p.m. Participants should try to join prior to the 5:30 p.m. start time. JOIN ONLINE: You will need an internet connection on a laptop, computer, or smartphone, and may join the meeting through Zoom at https://fcgov.zoom.us/j/99510585653. (Using earphones will greatly improve your audio). Keep yourself on muted status. JOIN BY PHONE: Please dial 253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID 995 1058 5653. Keep yourself on muted status. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: No public comment is allowed during work sessions. Members of the public may join the meeting but will remain muted throughout the duration of the meeting. The public may comment in the regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission which will be held in person and remotely on January 19, 2022. Information on how to participate is contained in the agenda for that meeting available at https://www.fcgov.com/cityclerk/landmark-preservation.php. Documents to share: Members of the public wishing to submit documents, visual presentations, or written comments for the Commission to consider regarding any item on the agenda must email them at least 24 hours prior to the January 19, 2022 meeting to abrennan@fcgov.com. Packet Pg. 1 Fort Collins is a Certified Local Government (CLG) authorized by the National Park Service and History Colorado based on its compliance with federal and state historic preservation standards. CLG standing requires Fort Collins to maintain a Historic Preservation Commission composed of members of which a minimum of 40% meet federal standards for professional experience from preservation-related disciplines, including, but not limited to, historic architecture, architectural history, archaeology, and urban planning. For more information, see Article III, Division 19 of the Fort Collins Municipal Code. The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs, and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call 221-6515 (TDD 224-6001) for assistance.  CALL TO ORDER  ROLL CALL  REVIEW OF ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AT THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2022 AT 5:30 P.M. VIA ZOOM (Please see the agenda for the January 19, 2022 meeting for information on how to join that meeting.) CONSENT 1. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 15, 2022 DISCUSSION 2. REPORT ON STAFF DESIGN REVIEW DECISIONS FOR DESIGNATED PROPERTIES 3. 1306 WEST MOUNTAIN AVE – CONCEPTUAL DESIGN REVIEW 4. 900 S COLLEGE AVE – FINAL DESIGN REVIEW  BOARD TOPICS 1. New Member Welcome 2. Training – Content - Floodplain Regulations Update and City Code Refresh 3. Training – Methods and Treatment – Interpreting the Secretary of the Interior Standards 4. HPC 2022 Work Plan – Progress and Priorities  OTHER BUSINESS  ADJOURNMENT Packet Pg. 2 Work Session - Item 2 Item 2, Page 1 STAFF REPORT January 12, 2022 Historic Preservation Commission PROJECT NAME FLOODPLAIN & HISTORIC PRESERVATION – UPDATES TO FEDERAL FEMA REGULATIONS & INTRODUCTION TO CITY FLOODPLAIN CODE STAFF Marsha Hilmes-Robinson, CFM, Floodplain Administrator, Utilities Jim Bertolini, Historic Preservation Planner PROJECT INFORMATION PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Utilities Floodplain Administration is conducting outreach related to updates to City Code to come into compliance with federal FEMA regulations affecting buildings and structures in the 100-year floodplain. Ms. Hilmes- Robinson will provide a short presentation covering the updates, as well as providing an introduction to City Floodplains and Fort Collins Floodplain Regulations. PRESENTER: Marsha Hilmes-Robinson EXECUTIVE SUMMARY BACKGROUND: Fort Collins Utilities is conducting outreach related to an upcoming regulatory change to City Code to come into compliance with minimum regulations from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that affect buildings and structures in the 100-year FEMA floodplain and modifications to them. This will have a limited effect on historic resources in Fort Collins due to the limited number of historic buildings in the 100-year FEMA floodplain. Utilities will also be providing a short introduction to the City’s Floodplain Map for municipal regulation and the relevant requirements in Chapter 10 of City Code. The presentation will be followed by a discussion with the Commission regarding requirements, questions from the Commission, and how federal and municipal Floodplain regulations may interplay with other City priorities affecting historic resources, such as environmental sustainability and affordable housing. ATTACHMENTS 1. Fort Collins Utilities presentation 2. Floodplain Quick Guide for all Floodplains Other than the Poudre River 3. Floodplain Quick Guide for the Poudre River 4. Annual Mailer to Floodplain Residents and Owners (PDF version) Packet Pg. 3 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 1 Overview of City Floodplain Regulations and Additions and Substantial Improvement Code Change for FEMA Floodplains 2022Marsha Hilmes-Robinson, Floodplain Administrator, CFM Protect people Minimize property damage Ensure development doesn’t exacerbate existing problems Floodplain Management Goals High Water Mark sign at Creekside Park along Spring Creek. 1 2 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 4 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 2 City and FEMA Floodplains 100-year Floodplain – 1% chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year light blue and dark blue 500-year Floodplain – 0.2% chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year light green Flood Risk Mapping fcgov.com/floodplain-maps Floodplains in Fort Collins 4 City Floodplains FEMA Floodplains Poudre Floodplain Old Town Spring Creek Poudre River Fossil Creek Boxelder Creek Canal Importation Cooper Slough McClellands Creek Dry Creek Mail Creek Foothills Channel West Vine 3 4 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 5 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 3 Floodplain Permitting For All Development in the Floodplain • Structures • Additions • Remodels • Filling/Grading • Utilities • Landscaping Protecting Structures Floodproofed Structure Elevated Structure Debris Line – 2013 Flood Residential • Lowest floor must be elevated (no basements) Non-Residential • Elevating and/or floodproofing allowed Freeboard Amounts FEMA and City • 1.5 ft - new construction • 1 ft. - additions and subst. impv. Poudre River- 2 ft. 5 6 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 6 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 4 7Substantial Improvement? Cost of Improvement ≥ 50% Market Value of Structure Substantially Improved Example: $200,000 ≥ 50% $350,000 If substantial improvement occurs, then the existing structure must be brought into compliance (elevated). Floodplains in Fort Collins 8 City Floodplains FEMA Floodplains Poudre Floodplain Old Town Spring Creek Poudre River Fossil Creek Boxelder Creek Canal Importation Cooper Slough McClellands Creek Dry Creek Mail Creek Foothills Channel West Vine 7 8 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 7 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 5 9Construction of an Addition • New Addition must be elevated to freeboard requirement. • Currently we are not including the cost of the addition in the substantial improvement calculation. • FEMA recently flagged this as not being compliant with minimum FEMA standards • FEMA requires the addition cost to be included unless it is stand-alone (structurally independent addition). • Does not impact City-floodplains 10What is the change? In FEMA-designated floodplains, applicants will have two choices: 1. Design and certify the addition as “structurally independent” and elevate the addition. The cost of the addition will not be included in the calculation of substantial improvement. 2. Include the addition in the calculation of substantial improvement. The addition will be elevated. -If the value of improvements, including the cost of the addition, is more than 50% of the value of the structure, then the existing structure will be considered substantially improved and will need to be elevated. 9 10 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 8 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 6 Examples 11 Residential Structurally Independent Addition Non-Residential Structurally Independent Addition Lowest Floor Elevated to Regulatory Flood Protection Elevation 12Certification The addition meets the definition of a structurally independent addition: 1. Involves no alteration of the load-bearing structure of the existing building; 2. Is attached to the existing building with minimal connection; 3. Has a doorway as the only modification to the common wall; and 4. Will not transfer loads exerted on the addition to the existing building and will thus not share a foundation or other building elements that would create a load path between the addition and the existing building. By Colorado Architect or Engineer 11 12 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 9 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 7 13Who Does this Impact? This change only impacts FEMA- designated floodplains. This change will not impact City- designated floodplains, such as Old Town, where the majority of additions take place. FEMA and the State consider the regulation of City floodplains as a higher standard. 145-year Permit Analysis • Reviewed permits from 2014 - mid 2020 • 13 permits included an addition • 4 permits in FEMA Floodplain • 2 permits met Subst. Impv. due to remodel cost of existing structure. Existing structure and addition protected. • 1 would have met Subst. Impv. if addition cost was included. It is no longer mapped in the floodplain. • 1 permit would not have met Subst. Impv. if addition cost was included. Minimal number of permits impacted. 13 14 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 10 Historic Preservation Commission  1/12/2022 1/5/2022 8 For Questions or Comments, Please Contact: THANK YOU! Marsha Hilmes-Robinson mhilmesrobinson@fcgov.com, 970-224-6036 15 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 11 City of Fort Collins Floodplain Regulations FOR ALL FLOODPLAINS other than the Poudre River Quick GuideQuick Guide Note: This guide was prepared as an educational tool to help explain portions of the floodplain regulations, and is not intended as a complete or detailed explanation of the legal requirements that may apply to a particular property. Article II of Chapter 10 of the City Code specifies the requirements and prohibitions that are outlined generally in this guide and is the controlling legal document in the event of any conflict or inconsistency between this guide and the City Code. The Code provisions can be found at http://www.colocode.com/ftcollins/municipal/chapter10.htm. Prepared by Fort Collins Utilities, PO Box 580, 700 Wood St., Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 970-416-2632 • fcgov.com/stormwater/fldplain.php 3/18 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 12 2 Table of Odds for Different Events Floodplain Facts • Property in the 100-year floodplain has a 1 percent chance in any given year of being flooded. • Over a 30-year period, there is a 26 percent chance that a property in the 100-year floodplain will be flooded. For comparison, there is only a 5 percent chance that the building will catch fire during that same 30-year period. • Some properties have an even higher risk of flooding because they are in areas where smaller, more frequent floods cause damage. Purpose of Floodplain Regulations Event Odds Structure in the 100-year floodplain being flooded in any given year Matching one number plus Powerball in the Powerball Lottery Structure in the 500-year floodplain being flooded in any given year Annual chance of being killed in a car accident if you drive 10,000 miles/year Being struck by lightning Winning the Powerball Lottery jackpot (matching five numbers and the Powerball) 1 in 100 1 in 124 1 in 500 1 in 4,000 1 in 600,000 1 in 120,526,770 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 13 3 Types of Floodplains Floodplain Name Poudre River Spring Creek Dry Creek Cooper Slough Boxelder Creek Fossil Creek Old Town Canal Importation McClellands Creek Mail Creek Foothills Channel West Vine FEMA-Basin X X X X City-BasinPoudre River X X X X X X X X Floodplain Designations • In Fort Collins, floodplains are designated by the City as well as by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). • The FEMA-basin floodplains cover only the major drainages. Changes in these floodplains must be approved by FEMA (p. 5). • The City-basin floodplains further identify the flood hazard. Some of the flooding in City-basin floodplains is from irrigation ditch spills or undersized storm sewers that result in overland flooding. Changes in these floodplains can be approved by the City (p. 5). • For floodplain regulation purposes, a floodplain property is either in a FEMA-basin floodplain, a City-basin floodplain or the Poudre River floodplain. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 14 4 • The floodway is the portion of the floodplain with the greatest depths and velocities. • The floodway is the area of highest risk. • The floodway must be preserved to allow the floodwater to pass through without being obstructed. • Areas along the flood fringe are allowed to be filled and developed, but this raises the 100-year flood level. The City has set an allowable rise of 0.5 feet. Floodway BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 15 5 Floodway Modifications • Floodways can be modified, but the applicant must be able to show that the project casues no-rise in the 100-year flood level. • In FEMA-basin floodplains, the applicant must submit information to FEMA for approval before construction and after construction if certain changes are being made. If the applicant’s project causes a rise, there are two options: 1. In FEMA-basin floodplains, the applicant must show the entire rise is on their property or obtain easements from other property owners. No structures can be impacted by a rise in the flood level. 2. In City-basin floodplains, the applicant must show that the entire rise is on their property or obtain easements from other property owners. Example of a Floodway Modification BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 16 6 Summary of Floodway Development Regulations Residential Development • New residential development is not allowed. • Fill is not allowed unless the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). • Residential additions are not allowed. • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-15). • Manufactured homes are allowed only in existing manufactured home parks. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-15). Must meet the freeboard requirements for redevelopments (p. 10). • Detached garages and sheds are allowed if the applicant can show no-rise (p. 17 and Floodway Modifications, p. 5). Non-Residential Development • New non-residential development is allowed if the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Fill is not allowed unless the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). • Non-residential additions are allowed if the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 6). Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Mobile buildings (modular offices) are allowed only in existing mobile building developments. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-16). Must meet the freeboard requirements for redevelopments (p. 10-11). • Attached garages, detached garages and sheds are allowed if the applicant can show no-rise (p. 17 and Floodway Modifications, p.5). Mixed-Use Development • New mixed-use development is not allowed. • Fill is not allowed unless the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). • Residential additions are not allowed to a mixed-use structure. Non-residential additions are allowed to a mixed-use structure if the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-16). Must meet the freeboard requirements for redevelopments (p. 10-11). • Detached garages and sheds are allowed if the applicant can show no-rise (p. 17 and Floodway Modifications, p. 5). BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 17 7 • Critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain (p. 10 and 14-15). • Critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10-11). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure can remain if floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). • New outside storage of equipment or materials is not allowed unless the applicant can show no rise (Floodway Modifications, p.5). • Critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10-11). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain if it is in residential use (p. 10 and 14-15). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is allowed to remain if it is in nonresidential use and floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). • New outside storage of equipment or materials is not allowed unless the applicant can show no rise (Floodway Modifications, p.5) Summary of Floodway Development Regulations (continued) Residential Development Non-Residential Development Mixed-Use Development BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 18 8 Summary of Floodplain Fringe Development Regulations Residential Development • New residential development is allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10). • Fill is allowed. • Residential additions are allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10). • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-15). • Manufactured homes are allowed only to replace an existing manufactured home or fill a vacant lot in an existing manufactured home park. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-15). Must meet the freeboard requirements for redevelopments (p. 10). • Attached garages, detached garages and sheds are allowed (p. 17). • Critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). Non-Residential Development • New non-residential development is allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Fill is allowed. • Non-residential additions are allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Mobile buidlings (modular offices) are allowed only to replace an existing mobile building or fill a vacant lot in an existing mobile building development. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-16). Must meet the freeboard requirements for redevelopments (p. 10-11). • Attached garages, detached garages and sheds are allowed (p. 17). • Critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). Mixed-Use Development • New mixed-use development is allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Fill is allowed. • Mixed-use additions are allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-16). Must meet the freeboard requirements for redevelopments (p. 10-11). • Attached garages, detached garages and sheds are allowed (p. 17). • Critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 19 9 Mixed-Use Development • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level for residential portions of mixed-use structures (p. 10). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain if it is in residential use (p. 10 and 14-15). New basements are allowed for non- residential portions of mixed-use structures. Must meet freeboard requirements and be floodproofed (p. 10-11). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is allowed to remain if it is in non- residential use and floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). Non-Residential Development • New basements are allowed. Must meet freeboard requirements and be floodproofed (p. 10-11). An existing basement below the freeboard level in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure can remain if floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). Residential Development • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain (p. 10 and 14-15). Summary of Floodplain Fringe Development Regulations (continued) BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 20 10 Freeboard • Freeboard is a factor of safety that accounts for the allowed rise in flood level due to development in the flood fringe and for larger floods and debris that may cause the flood elevation to be higher. • Freeboard is a measure of how high above the flood level the structure must be built or floodproofed. Residential Structures and Residential Portions of Mixed-Use Structures • Freeboard for new development and redevelopment of an existing structure, including any attached garages, is 18 inches; • Freeboard for additions and substantial improvements (including attached garages) is 12 inches; • Freeboard for new detached garages or sheds that are accessory to an existing structure is 12 inches (p. 17); • Must elevate the structure; not allowed to floodproof; and • The lowest floor of the structure (p. 12-13), including the basement, all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated above the freeboard height. Example of new development residential elevation (See p. 12-13 for detailed foundation designs) Slab on grade foundation Crawl space foundation BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 21 11 Freeboard continued Floodproofing uses various techniques to make a building water tight: • Sealants and waterproof membranes; • Closure shields in front of doorways; and • Mini-walls to protect window or stair wells. Floodproofing generally works only when flood depths are less than 3 feet. elevated 12” Example of new development non-residential floodproofing Example of residential addition Non-Residential Structures and Non-Residential Portions of Mixed-Use Structures • Freeboard for new development and redevelopment of an existing structure, including any attached garages, is 18 inches; • Freeboard for additions and substantial improvements (including attached garages) is 12 inches; • Freeboard for new detached garages or sheds that are accessory to an existing structure is 12 inches (p 17); • Allowed to either elevate or floodproof the structure; • In the floodway, new basements are not allowed; • If elevating, the lowest floor of the structure (p. 12-13), including the basement, all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated above the freeboard height; and • If floodproofing, the structure as well as all HVAC and electrical, must be floodproofed to the freeboard height. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 22 12 Determination of Lowest Floor Based on Type of Foundation Slab on Grade The lowest floor elevation of a slab on grade structure is measured at the top of the slab. Basement The lowest floor elevation of a structure with a basement is measured at the top of the basement slab. Enclosure (above grade crawl space) 2. The lowest floor elevation of a structure with an enclosure that is not built in accordance with the venting criteria (p. 17) is measured at the lowest interior grade of the enclosure. Lowest floor elevation Freeboard Floor slab on grade Freeboard Vents Enclosure Lowest floor elevation Unfinished area no HVAC Vents Lowest floor elevation Freeboard Basement Basement slab Freeboard Can have HVAC in enclosed area Lowest floor elevation Enclosure 1. The lowest floor elevation of a structure with an enclosure that is built in accordance with the venting criteria (p. 17) is measured at the floor of the first finished floor. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 23 13 Determination of Lowest Floor Based on Type of Foundation continued Crawl Space (below grade) The lowest floor of a structure with a crawl space is measured at the lowest finished floor if the following conditions are met: a. The velocity of the flood flows hitting the structure is less that 5 feet per second; b. The interior grade elevation that is below the flood elevation is no lower than 2 feet below the lowest adjacent grade; c. The height of the crawl space, as measured from the lowest interior grade of the crawl space to the top of the foundation wall, does not exceed 4 feet at any point; d. An adequate drainage system is in place, including a totally immersible pump; e. All ductwork, HVAC, hot water heater and electrical is elevated to the regulatory flood protection elevation; and f. Venting requirements (p. 17) are met. If the above conditions are not met, the lowest floor is determined based on the criteria for a basement (p. 12). Pump f Vent b Maximum 2 feet Freeboard a Velocity < 5 ft. per sec. c No more than 4 feet to top of foundation wall Crawl space e Duct Work d BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 24 14 Ve rtical (Pop-top) addition All remodel work, including vertical addition, counts toward substantial improvement Remodels or Repair of Damaged Buildings Remodels and repairs are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 15-16). Vertical additions (pop-tops) are considered a remodel and are subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 15-16). BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 25 15 Substantial Improvement and Redevelopment Residential Structures and Residential Portions of Mixed-Use Structures If a substantial improvement occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement, and all HVAC, electrical and utilities, must be elevated 12 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. If a redevelopment occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement, all HVAC, electrical and utilities, must be elevated 18 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. elevated 12" or 18" Substantial improvement occurs when all of the following conditions are met: 1. A building permit is requested for any repair, reconstruction or improvement to a non-conforming structure, involving alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor or other structural part of the building; 2. The cost of the improvement, or the amount of damage, equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure either before the improvement or repair is started or before the building was damaged; and 3. The cost is calculated on a per project basis. A project is based on all building permits issued during the 12-month period preceeding the floodplain permit application date. A substantial improvement policy ensures that non-conforming structures are brought into conformance over time and are therefore, protected from flood damage and the risk to occupants is reduced. Redevelopment occurs when there is a substantial improvement and more than 50 percent of the wall perimeter of any floor of a structure that is partially or completely below the flood elevation is removed or replaced and the building footprint is not increased. Example of residential substantial improvement or redevelopment BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 26 16 Non-Residential Structures and Non-Residential Portion of Mixed-Use Structures If a substantial improvement occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement and all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated or floodproofed 12 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. Store StoreStore Store Basement Store Store Basement Apartments Apartments Substantial Improvement and Redevelopment continued Example of non-residential and mixed-use substantial improvements or redevelopments If a redevelopment occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement and all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated or floodproofed 18 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 27 17 Example of attached structure Example of detached structure Use flood resistant materials to 18" above flood level • Used only for parking or storage; • Is an accessory to a main structure; • Must be anchored to resist flotation; • Can either elevate to freeboard level (p. 10-11) or be built at grade; • If not elevated to freeboard level, the garage or shed must meet the following requirements: –Must have 1 square inch of venting for every square foot of enclosed area; –Must have at least two vents located on different sides of the structure; –Have at least one vent on the upstream side of the structure; –Bottom of vents cannot be higher than 1 foot above grade; –Flood resistant materials must be used below the freeboard level (p. 10-11); and –All HVAC and electrical must be elevated to the freeboard level (p. 10-11). Garages, Sheds and Accessory Structures BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 28 18 Critical Facilities COMMUNICATIONS HUB POLICE or FIRE STATION HOSPITAL, URGENT CARE, SURGICAL CENTER JAIL LIBRARY At-Risk Populations Critical Facilities Government Services Critical Facilities Essential Services Critical Facilities Hazardous Materials Critical Facilities Critical facilities are not allowed in the floodplain fringe or floodway. Examples of critical facilities are shown below: BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 29 19 Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill • A Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-Fill) is a FEMA process whereby a property in the flood fringe can be filled and is no longer considered in the floodplain for insurance requirements. • A community must sign-off on the application to FEMA and certify that all existing and future structures will be “reasonably safe from flooding.” • To meet this “reasonably safe from flooding” standard, all floodplain requirements (p. 8-9) must be met even if fill is placed and the property is “removed” from the floodplain by FEMA. Example of fill placed in the flood fringe BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 30 20 Erosion Buffer Limits • Erosion hazard areas occur where the channel bed and banks are unstable, causing the stream to move over time. • Migration is a natural characteristic of a stream. Some streams are more prone to migration than others depending on the type of material that makes up the bed and banks. • Urbanization can have a pronounced impact on these natural processes, resulting in accelerated erosion. • Erosion buffer limits have been delineated for those streams that are subject to severe erosion hazards. These include Fossil Creek, Boxelder Creek, McClellands Creek and Mail Creek. • If development is restricted from these unstable areas, there will be less need in the future to defend the development from the stream. Defending the development may solve one problem but could create another upstream or downstream. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 31 21 Requirements within erosion buffer limits • Structures are not allowed. • Irrigated grasses or shrubs are not allowed. • Detention ponds or water quality ponds are not allowed. • Parking lots are not allowed. • Temporary or permanent storage of materials is not allowed. • The area within the buffer must not be used for construction traffic for any development. • All utilities must be kept out except for necessary stream crossings. • Bike paths must be kept out except for necessary stream crossings. • Road bridges must span the entire buffer limit. If there is no possibility of spanning the entire limit, the location crossing and design of abutments must be done so as to limit disturbance of the channel banks. • Grading or excavation is not allowed in the buffer unless associated with a bridge or utility crossing as noted above. • A stability study may be required. Erosion Buffer Limits continued BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 32 22 Building Permit and Development Review Approval Requirements • Floodplain Use Permit for any work being done on a structure or property in the floodplain. The permit fees are shown in the table on page 23. • Building plans showing foundation design, flood elevation, floor elevations, HVAC elevations, size and locations of vents, floodproofing design, emergency response and preparedness plan and other relevant information. • No-Rise certification if working in the floodway. • Floodplain Modeling Report if doing a floodway modification (p. 5). (See separate modeling guidelines handout.) • Other plans or reports to document information such as grading, fill, channel stability and floodplain boundaries. Certificate of Occupancy Approval Requirements • FEMA Elevation Certificate or FEMA Floodproofing Certificate for any new structure, addition, substantial improvement or redevelopment built in any floodplain. Allow two weeks for review and approval. Requires licensed surveyor for elevation certificate; requires licensed engineer or architect for floodproofing certificate. • No-Rise certification if working in the floodway. • As-built modeling report, if applicable. Variances The Fort Collins Water Board has the authority to issue variances to the floodplain regulations if certain requirements are met. The Board meets the third Thursday of the month. An application packet must be submitted three weeks prior to the board meeting, with a $1,000 application fee. (See separate variance submittal handout for documentation and justification requirements.) Floodplain Information and Assistance Call Fort Collins Utilities at (970) 416-2632 or e-mail utilities@fcgov.com to determine if a property is in the floodplain or to discuss floodplain regulations. More information about floodplain managment in Fort Collins is available at fcgov.com/stormwater/flooding. Required Documentation and Submittals (Note: Some items may require a registered professional engineer.) BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 33 23 Floodplain Permit Fees BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 34 24 Flood Insurance Information Who needs flood insurance? EVERYONE. Flood Insurance is available for ALL properties in the City of Fort Collins, regardless of location. Approximately 25% of damages occur in low risk areas. Flood Insurance is required by lenders for any structure in a FEMA 100-year floodplain.Lenders have the option of requiring it in any other area. • New flood insurance policies will require a FEMA Elevation Certificate documenting the elevation of the structure. • Fort Collins Utilities has elevation certificates on file for many structures in the City of Fort Collins, free of charge, by calling 970-416-2632 or visiting www.fcgov.com/elevation-certificate. • Documenting the elevation of the structure allows the flood insurance premium to be calculated based on the risk. • The higher the structure is elevated above the 100-year flood level, the lower the insurance premium. Flood Insurance is not mandatory in City-designated floodplains. However, it is strongly recommended. • Look into a “Preferred Risk” Flood Insurance Policy. It combines structural coverage and contents coverage at a more affordable price. Important Considerations • There is a 30-day waiting period before flood insurance becomes effective. • Disaster assistance is only available for major flood events and does not cover the entire cost to rebuild your home or business. • Fort Collins is subject to flash flooding—there is little warning time to move your contents to safer locations. You can receive up to a 40% discount on your flood insurance premiums. • Fort Collins has some of the lowest flood insurance premiums in the United States due to its proactive floodplain management program. • Check with your insurance agent to make sure you are receiving the FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Discount for Fort Collins being a Class 4 Community. To learn more, visit http://www.floodsmart.gov/, contact your insurance agent, or call FEMA at 1-888-379-9531. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 35 25 Example of Flood Risk Map WELCH ST E STUART STS LEMAY AVE E PROSPECT RDLUKE STEMIGH STYOUNT STPATTON STPAWNEE DR EDORA RDLAKE PL ESEMINOLE DR E LAKE ST SOLSTICE LNMEEKER DRCOMMANCHE DRSTONEHENGE DRBRUMAL CTE LAKE STPrinted: 04/07/2015.All floodplain boundaries are approximate.This information is based on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and the City of Fort Collins Master Drainageway Plans. This letter does not imply that the referenced property will or will not be free from flooding or damage. A property not in the Special Flood Hazard Area or in a City Designated Floodplain may be damaged by a flood greater than that predicted on the map or from a local drainage problem not shown on the map. This map does not create liability on the part of the City, or any officer or employee thereof, for any damage that results from reliance on this information.FEMA Flood Risk MapModerate RiskMay include:- Areas of FEMA 500-year floodplain (FEMA Zone X-shaded).- Areas of FEMA or City 100-year floodplain (sheet flow) with average depths of less than 1 foot.- Areas protected by levees from the 100-year flood.Low RiskAreas outside of FEMA and City mapped 100-year and 500-year floodplains. Local drainage problems may still exist.FEMA Flood Fringe - May Include:- Areas of FEMA 100-year floodplain (FEMA Zones A, AE, AO, and AH)- Areas of City 100-year floodplain including ponding areas and sheet flow areas with average depths of 1-3 feet.There is a 1% annual chance that these areas will be flooded.High RiskFEMA Floodway - Area of 100-year floodplain with greatest depths and fastest velocities.0 190 380 570 76095FeetBOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 2 Packet Pg. 36 City of Fort Collins Floodplain Regulations for the POUDRE RIVER Note: This guide was prepared as an educational tool to help explain portions of the floodplain regulations, and is not intended as a complete or detailed explanation of the legal requirements that may apply to a particular property. Article II of Chapter 10 of the City Code specifies the requirements and prohibitions that are outlined generally in this guide and is the controlling legal document in the event of any conflict or inconsistency between this guide and the City Code. The Code provisions can be found at http://www.colocode.com/ftcollins/municipal/chapter10.htm. Prepared by Fort Collins Utilities, PO Box 580, 700 Wood St., Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 970-416-2632 • fcgov.com/stormwater/fldplain.php 3/18 Quick GuideQuick Guide BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 37 2 Table of Odds for Different Events Floodplain Facts • Property in the 100-year floodplain has a 1 percent chance in any given year of being flooded. • Over a 30-year period, there is a 26 percent chance that a property in the 100-year floodplain will be flooded. For comparison, there is only a 5 percent chance that the building will catch fire during that same 30-year period. • Some properties have an even higher risk of flooding because they are in areas where smaller, more frequent floods cause damage. Purpose of Floodplain Regulations Event Odds Structure in the 100-year floodplain being flooded in any given year Matching one number plus Powerball in the Powerball Lottery Structure in the 500-year floodplain being flooded in any given year Annual chance of being killed in a car accident if you drive 10,000 miles/year Being struck by lightning Winning the Powerball Lottery jackpot (matching five numbers and the Powerball) 1 in 100 1 in 124 1 in 500 1 in 4,000 1 in 600,000 1 in 120,526,770 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 38 3 Types of Floodplains Floodplain Name Poudre River Spring Creek Dry Creek Cooper Slough Boxelder Creek Fossil Creek Old Town Canal Importation McClellands Creek Mail Creek Foothills Channel West Vine FEMA-Basin X X X X City-BasinPoudre River X X X X X X X X Floodplain Designations • In Fort Collins, floodplains are designated by the City as well as by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). • The FEMA-basin floodplains cover only the major drainages. Changes in these floodplains must be approved by FEMA (p. 5). • The City-basin floodplains further identify the flood hazard. Some of the flooding in City-basin floodplains is from irrigation ditch spills or undersized storm sewers that result in overland flooding. Changes in these floodplains can be approved by the City (p. 5). • For floodplain regulation purposes, a floodplain property is either in a FEMA-basin floodplain, a City-basin floodplain or the Poudre River floodplain. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 39 4 • The floodway is the portion of the floodplain with the greatest depths and velocities. • The floodway is the area of highest risk. • The floodway must be preserved to allow the floodwater to pass through without being obstructed. • Areas along the flood fringe are allowed to be filled and developed, but this raises the 100-year flood level. The City has set an allowable rise of 0.5 feet. Floodway BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 40 5 Floodway Modifications • Floodways can be modified, but the applicant must be able to show that the project casues no-rise in the 100-year flood level. • In FEMA-basin floodplains, the applicant must submit information to FEMA for approval before construction and after construction if certain changes are being made. If the applicant’s project causes a rise, there are two options: 1. In FEMA-basin floodplains, the applicant must show the entire rise is on their property or obtain easements from other property owners. No structures can be impacted by a rise in the flood level. 2. In City-basin floodplains, the applicant must show that the entire rise is on their property or obtain easements from other property owners. Example of a Floodway Modification BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 41 6 Summary of Floodway Development Regulations Residential Development • New residential development is not allowed. • Fill is not allowed unless the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). • Residential additions are not allowed. • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-15). • Manufactured homes are allowed only in existing manufactured home parks. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is not allowed. • Reconstruction of a substantially damaged structure is prohibited • Detached garages and sheds are not allowed. Non-Residential Development • New non-residential development is not allowed. • Fill is not allowed unless the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). • Non-residential additions are not allowed. • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Mobile buildings (modular offices) are allowed only in existing mobile building developments. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is not allowed. • Reconstruction of a substantially damaged structure is prohibited • Detached garages and sheds are not allowed. Mixed-Use Development (Residential and Non-Residential in the same building) • New mixed-use development is not allowed. • Fill is not allowed unless the applicant can show no-rise (Floodway Modifications, p. 5). • Additions are not allowed to a mixed-use structure. • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is not allowed. • Reconstruction of a substantially damaged structure is prohibited • Detached garages and sheds are not allowed. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 42 7 • Critical facilities are not allowed (See proposed alternatives on p. 18). • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10). An existing basement in a substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain (p. 10 and 14-15). • Critical facilities are not allowed (See proposed alternatives on p. 18). • An emergency response and preparedness plan is required (p. 19). • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10-11). An existing basement in a substantially improved structure can remain if floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). • New outside storage of material or equipment, including flotable materials, is not allowed (p. 21). • Critical facilities are not allowed (See proposed alternatives on p. 18). • An emergency response and preparedness plan is required (p. 19). • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10-11). An existing basement in a substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain if it is in residential use (p. 10 and 14-15). An existing basement in a substantially improved structure is allowed to remain if it is in non- residential use and floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). • New outside storage of material or equipment, including flotable materials, is not allowed (p. 21). Summary of Floodway Development Regulations (continued) Residential Development Non-Residential Development Mixed-Use Development (Residential and Non-Residential in the same building) BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 43 8 Summary of Floodplain Fringe Development Regulations Residential Development • New residential development is not allowed. • Fill is allowed. • Residential additions are not allowed. • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-15). • Manufactured homes are allowed only to replace an existing manufactured home or fill a vacant lot in an existing manufactured home park. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-15). Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10). • Attached garages are not allowed. Detached garages and sheds are allowed (p. 17). • Critical facilities are not allowed (See proposed alternatives on p. 18). Non-Residential Development • New non-residential development is allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Fill is allowed. • Non-residential additions are allowed. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Mobile buildings (modular offices) are allowed only to replace an existing mobile building or fill a vacant lot in an existing mobile building development. • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-16). Must meet the freeboard requirements. (p. 10-11). • Attached garages, detached garages and sheds are allowed (p. 17). • Critical facilities are not allowed (See proposed alternatives on p. 18). Mixed-Use Development (Residential and Non-Residential in the same building) • New mixed-use development is not allowed. • Fill is allowed. • Residential additions are not allowed to a mixed-use structure. Non-residential additions are allowed to a mixed-use structure. Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Remodels are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 14-16). • Redevelopment (rebuild) of an existing structure is allowed (p. 14-16). Must meet the freeboard requirements (p. 10-11). • Attached garages, detached garages and sheds are allowed (p. 17). • Critical facilities are not allowed (See proposed alternatives on p. 18). BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 44 9 Non-Residential Development • New outside storage of equipment or materials that are considered “floatable” is not allowed (p. 21). • New basements are allowed. Must meet freeboard requirements and be floodproofed (p. 10-11). An existing basement below the freeboard level in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure can remain if floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). • An emergency response and preparedness plan is required (p. 19). Residential Development • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level (p. 10). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain (p. 10 and 14-15). Summary of Floodplain Fringe Development Regulations (continued) Summary of 500-Year Floodplain Development Regulations Residential Development • At-risk populations and essential services critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). Non-Residential Development • At-risk populations and essential services critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). Mixed-Use Development Residential and Non-Residential in the same building) • At-risk populations and essential services critical facilities are not allowed (p. 18). Mixed-Use Development (Residential and Non-Residential in the same building) • New outside storage of equipment or materials that are considered “floatable” is not allowed (p. 21). • New basements are not allowed below the freeboard level for residential portions of mixed-use structures (p. 10). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is not allowed to remain if it is in residential use (p. 10 and 14-15). New basements are allowed for non-residential portions of mixed- use structures. Must meet freeboard requirements and be floodproofed (p. 10-11). An existing basement in a redeveloped or substantially improved structure is allowed to remain if it is in non-residential use and floodproofed (p. 10-11 and 14-16). • An emergency response and preparedness plan is required (p. 19). BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 45 10 Freeboard • Freeboard is a factor of safety that accounts for the allowed rise in flood level due to development in the flood fringe and for larger floods and debris that may cause the flood elevation to be higher. • Freeboard is a measure of how high above the flood level the structure must be built or floodproofed. Residential Structures and Residential Portions of Mixed-Use Structures • Freeboard is 24 inches; • Must elevate the structure; not allowed to floodproof; and • The lowest floor of the structure (p. 12-13), including the basement, all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated above the freeboard height. Example of redevelopment residential elevation (See p. 12-13 for detailed foundation designs) Slab on grade foundation Crawl space foundation BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 46 11 Freeboard continued Floodproofing uses various techniques to make a building water tight: •Sealants and waterproof membranes; •Closure shields in front of doorways; and •Mini-walls to protect window or stair wells. Floodproofing generally works only when flood depths are less than 3 feet. Example of new development non-residential floodproofing Non-Residential Structures and Non-Residential Portions of Mixed-Use Structures • Freeboard is 24 inches; • Allowed to either elevate or floodproof the structure; • In the floodway, new basements are not allowed; • If elevating, the lowest floor of the structure (p. 12-13), including the basement, all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated above the freeboard height; and • If floodproofing, the structure as well as all HVAC and electrical, must be floodproofed to the freeboard height. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 47 12 Determination of Lowest Floor Based on Type of Foundation Slab on Grade The lowest floor elevation of a slab on grade structure is measured at the top of the slab. Basement The lowest floor elevation of a structure with a basement is measured at the top of the basement slab. Enclosure (above grade crawl space) 2. The lowest floor elevation of a structure with an enclosure that is not built in accordance with the venting criteria (p. 17) is measured at the lowest interior grade of the enclosure. Lowest floor elevation Freeboard Floor slab on grade Freeboard Vents Enclosure Lowest floor elevation Unfinished area no HVAC Vents Lowest floor elevation Freeboard Basement Basement slab Freeboard Can have HVAC in enclosed area Lowest floor elevation Enclosure 1. The lowest floor elevation of a structure with an enclosure that is built in accordance with the venting criteria (p. 17) is measured at the floor of the first finished floor. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 48 13 Determination of Lowest Floor Based on Type of Foundation continued Crawl Space (below grade) The lowest floor of a structure with a crawl space is measured at the lowest finished floor if the following conditions are met: a. The velocity of the flood flows hitting the structure is less that 5 feet per second; b. The interior grade elevation that is below the flood elevation is no lower than 2 feet below the lowest adjacent grade; c. The height of the crawl space, as measured from the lowest interior grade of the crawl space to the top of the foundation wall, does not exceed 4 feet at any point; d. An adequate drainage system is in place, including a totally immersible pump; e. All ductwork, HVAC, hot water heater and electrical is elevated to the regulatory flood protection elevation; and f. Venting requirements (p. 17) are met. If the above conditions are not met, the lowest floor is determined based on the criteria for a basement (p. 12). Pump f Vent b Maximum 2 feet Freeboard a Velocity < 5 ft. per sec. c No more than 4 feet to top of foundation wall Crawl space e Duct Work d BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 49 14 Ve rtical (Pop-top) addition All remodel work, including vertical addition, counts toward substantial improvement Remodels or Repair of Damaged Buildings • Remodels and repairs are allowed subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 15-16). • Vertical additions (pop-tops) are considered a remodel and are subject to the substantial improvement requirements (p. 15-16). BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 50 15 Substantial Improvement and Redevelopment Residential Structures and Residential Portions of Mixed-Use Structures If a substantial improvement occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement, and all HVAC, electrical and utilities, must be elevated 24 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. If a redevelopment occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement, all HVAC, electrical and utilities, must be elevated 24 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. Substantial improvement occurs when all of the following conditions are met: 1. A building permit is requested for any repair, reconstruction or improvement to a non-conforming structure, involving alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor or other structural part of the building; 2. The cost of the improvement, or the amount of damage, equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure either before the improvement or repair is started or before the building was damaged; and 3. The cost is calculated cumulatively over the life of the structure during the time the structure has been located in a designated floodplain. A substantial improvement policy ensures that non-conforming structures are brought into conformance over time and are therefore protected from flood damage and the risk to occupants is reduced. Redevelopment occurs when there is a substantial improvement and more than 50 percent of the wall perimeter of any floor of a structure that is partially or completely below the flood elevation is removed or replaced and the building footprint is not increased. Example of residential substantial improvement or redevelopment BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 51 16 Non-Residential Structures and Non-Residential Portion of Mixed-Use Structures If a substantial improvement occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement and all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated or floodproofed 24 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. Substantial Improvement and Redevelopment continued Example of non-residential and mixed-use substantial improvements or redevelopments If a redevelopment occurs, the lowest floor (p. 12-13) of a non-conforming structure, including the basement and all HVAC and electrical, must be elevated or floodproofed 24 inches above the flood elevation. After improvements, the structure will be protected from flood damage. Store StoreStore Store Basement Store Store Basement artments artments BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 52 17 Example of attached structure Example of detached structure • Used only for parking or storage; • Is an accessory to a main structure; • Must be anchored to resist flotation; • All HVAC and electrical must be elevated to the freeboard level (p. 10-11); • Can either elevate to freeboard level (p. 10-11) or be built at grade; and • If not elevated to freeboard level, the garage or shed must meet the following requirements: • Must have 1 square inch of venting for every square foot of enclosed area; • Must have at least two vents located on different sides of the structure; • Have at least one vent on the upstream side of the structure; • Bottom of vents cannot be higher than 1 foot above grade; and • Flood resistant materials must be used below the freeboard level (p. 10-11). Garages, Sheds and Accessory Structures BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 53 18 Critical Facilities COMMUNICATIONS HUB POLICE or FIRE STATION HOSPITAL, URGENT CARE, SURGICAL CENTER JAIL LIBRARY At-Risk Populations Critical Facilities Government Services Critical Facilities Essential Services Critical Facilities Hazardous Materials Critical Facilities 100-year floodplain: • All Critical Facilities not allowed in the 100-year floodplain. 500-year floodplain: • At-risk Populations and Essential Services Critical Facilities are not allowed in the 500-year floodplain. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 54 19 • Required for new non-residential or mixed-use structure, addition, cumulative substantial improvement, redevelopment or change of occupancy • The following must be included in the plan: – Flood Risk Assessment – Method of receiving a flood warning – Identification and assignment of personnel to implement the plan – Procedures for notifying employees, customers and other building occupants – Description of procedures for evacuation and shelter-in-place – Procedures for protecting the building from damage or hazardous conditions – Process for distribution of the plan, evacuation routes and shelter-in-place instructions – Description of mandatory training and practice drills – Description of post-recovery measures – Designation of responsible party • Plan and documentation of training and drills to remain on file • The plan must be reviewed in the first quarter of every year and documentation submitted to the City Emergency Response and Preparedness Plan Emergency Response and Preparedness Plan (ERPP) In order to mitigate life-safety hazards to occupants of private property within the Poudre River floodplain, Chapter 10 of City Code requires for non-residential and mixed-use additions, substantial improvements, change of use, redevelopment and/or new development that private property owners demonstrate flood- preparedness through the development and implementation of a site-specific Emergency Response and Preparedness Plan (ERPP). The plan includes, at a minimum, conditions and methods for emergency preparedness and evacuation from the property. If desired by the property owner, additional measures for flood protection may be included. Applicant Information Name of Business:Type of Business: Address: Street Address Unit # City State ZIP Code County Parcel ID #:Business Phone Number:( ) Reason for Review:Redevelopment Annual Update New Structure Addition Change of Occupancy Other: Substantial Improvement Authorized Persons (Staff Contacts) These persons will be the responsible parties in the event of an emergency. They will redirect resources and, ultimately, shut down operations, if necessary. These persons will also initiate evacuation in the event of an emergency. Primary Person:E-Mail Address: (Name) Title:Work Phone:() Cell Phone:( ) Other Contact:( ) The back-up person should be trained to fulfill all the duties of the primary person (monitor weather radio, have necessary apps/programs installed on personal devices). Back-Up Person:E-Mail Address: (Name) Title:Work Phone:( ) Cell Phone:( ) Other Contact:( ) 1 Sample: page 1 of Emergency Response and Preparedness Plan BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 55 20 Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill • A Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-Fill) is a FEMA process whereby a property in the flood fringe can be filled and is no longer considered in the floodplain for insurance requirements. • A community must sign-off on the application to FEMA and certify that all existing and future structures will be “reasonably safe from flooding.” • To meet this “reasonably safe from flooding” standard, all floodplain requirements (p. 8-9) must be met even if fill is placed and the property is “removed” from the floodplain by FEMA. Example of fill placed in the flood fringe BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 56 21 Outside Storage of Materials or Equipment and Floatable Materials • “Floatable material” is defined as material that is not secured in place or completely enclosed in a structure so that it could float off-site during a flood and potentially cause harm to downstream property owners or that could cause blockage of a culvert, bridge or other drainage facility. •In the floodway, all outside storage of material or equipment, including floatable materials, associated with any non-residential use is not allowed. •In the flood fringe, floatable materials associated with any non-residential use is not allowed. •In the flood fringe, outside storage of material or equipment that is not considered “floatable material” is allowed. Stacks of Lumber Containers and Drums Fleet Vehicles Equipment Material Stockpile All of these examples are floatable materials if not adequately secured. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 57 22 Required Documentation and Submittals (Note: Some items may require a registered professional engineer.) Building Permit and Development Review Approval Requirements • Floodplain Use Permit for any work being done on a structure or property in the floodplain. The permit fees are shown in the table on page 23. • Building plans showing foundation design, flood elevation, floor elevations, HVAC elevations, size and locations of vents, floodproofing design and other relevant information. •Emergency Response and Preparedness Plan (p. 19). • No-Rise certification if working in the floodway. • Floodplain Modeling Report if doing a floodway modification (p. 5). (See separate modeling guidelines handout.) • Other plans or reports to document information such as grading, fill, channel stability and floodplain boundaries. Certificate of Occupancy Approval Requirements • FEMA Elevation Certificate or FEMA Floodproofing Certificate for any new structure, addition, substantial improvement or redevelopment built in any floodplain. Allow two weeks for review and approval. Requires licensed surveyor for elevation certificate; requires licensed engineer or architect for floodproofing certificate. • No-rise certification if working in the floodway. • As-built modeling report, if applicable. Variances The Fort Collins Water Board has the authority to issue variances to the floodplain regulations if certain requirements are met. The Board meets the third Thursday of the month. An application packet must be submitted three weeks prior to the board meeting, with a $1,000 application fee. (See separate variance submittal handout for documentation and justification requirements.) Floodplain Information and Assistance Call Fort Collins Utilities at (970) 416-2632 or e-mail utilities@fcgov.com to determine if a property is in the floodplain or to discuss floodplain regulations. More information about floodplain managment in Fort Collins is available at fcgov.com/stormwater/flooding. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 58 23 Floodplain Permit Fees BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 59 24 Flood Insurance Information Who needs flood insurance? EVERYONE. Flood Insurance is available for ALL properties in the City of Fort Collins, regardless of location. Approximately 25% of damages occur in low risk areas. Flood Insurance is required by lenders for any structure in a FEMA 100-year floodplain.Lenders have the option of requiring it in any other area. • New flood insurance policies will require a FEMA Elevation Certificate documenting the elevation of the structure. • Fort Collins Utilities has elevation certificates on file for many structures in the City of Fort Collins, free of charge, by calling 970-416-2632 or visiting www.fcgov.com/elevation-certificate. • Documenting the elevation of the structure allows the flood insurance premium to be calculated based on the risk. • The higher the structure is elevated above the 100-year flood level, the lower the insurance premium. Flood Insurance is not mandatory in City-designated floodplains. However, it is strongly recommended. • Look into a “Preferred Risk” Flood Insurance Policy. It combines structural coverage and contents coverage at a more affordable price. Important Considerations • There is a 30-day waiting period before flood insurance becomes effective. • Disaster assistance is only available for major flood events and does not cover the entire cost to rebuild your home or business. • Fort Collins is subject to flash flooding—there is little warning time to move your contents to safer locations. You can receive up to a 40% discount on your flood insurance premiums. • Fort Collins has some of the lowest flood insurance premiums in the United States due to its proactive floodplain management program. • Check with your insurance agent to make sure you are receiving the FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Discount for Fort Collins being a Class 4 Community. To learn more, visit http://www.floodsmart.gov/, contact your insurance agent, or call FEMA at 1-888-379-9531. BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 60 25 Example of Flood Risk Map E VINE DRN COLLEGE AVE LI N D E N S TWILLOW STPI N E S TMAPLE STCHERRY STPOUDRE STJEROME ST Printed: 04/07/2015.All floodplain boundaries are approximate.This information is based on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and the City of Fort Collins Master Drainageway Plans. This letter does not imply that the referenced property will or will not be free from flooding or damage. A property not in the Special Flood Hazard Area or in a City Designated Floodplain may be damaged by a flood greater than that predicted on the map or from a local drainage problem not shown on the map. This map does not create liability on the part of the City, or any officer or employee thereof, for any damage that results from reliance on this information.FEMA Flood Risk MapModerate RiskMay include:- Areas of FEMA 500-year floodplain (FEMA Zone X-shaded).- Areas of FEMA or City 100-year floodplain (sheet flow) with average depths of less than 1 foot.- Areas protected by levees from the 100-year flood.Low RiskAreas outside of FEMA and City mapped 100-year and 500-year floodplains. Local drainage problems may still exist.FEMA Flood Fringe - May Include:- Areas of FEMA 100-year floodplain (FEMA Zones A, AE, AO, and AH)- Areas of City 100-year floodplain including ponding areas and sheet flow areas with average depths of 1-3 feet.There is a 1% annual chance that these areas will be flooded.High RiskFEMA Floodway - Area of 100-year floodplain with greatest depths and fastest velocities.0 160 320 480 64080FeetBOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 3 Packet Pg. 61 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 62 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 63 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 64 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 65 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 66 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 67 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 68 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 69 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 70 BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 71 Laurel St Country Club Rd Drake Rd Willox Ln Mountain Ave Trilby Rd Mu r y St Laporte Ave Kechter Rd 54G State Highway 392 Vine Dr Prospect Rd Harmony Rd Horsetooth Rd Carpenter Rd Horsetooth Rd Harmony Rd u lberry St Mountain Vista Dr Richards Lake Rd Douglas Rd E e Dr Cac v L a ng r s hannel Mc la ds Clearview Channel Plum Channel Boxelder/Cooper Slough BasinDry Creek Basin Canal Importation Basin Spring Creek Basin Fox Meadows BasinMail Creek Basin McClellands Basin West Vine Basin Old Town Basin Foothills Basin Fossil Creek Basin Legend High Risk Floodway High Risk 100-year floodplain Moderate Risk 100-year sheet flow and 500-year floodplain Water Features - BOARD TOPIC 2, ATTACHMENT 4 Packet Pg. 72 DATE: STAFF: January 12, 2022 Jim Bertolini, Historic Preservation Planner WORK SESSION ITEM Historic Preservation Commission SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties – Refresher/Introduction EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This is a brief informational presentation regarding the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties, the City’s adopted Standards for reviewing and approving projects on historic buildings within city limits. The Standards are adopted in Municipal Code Sec. 14-53. The presentation will overview the adopted federal standards, other localized guidance and standards such as the Old Town Design Standards, and how these intersect with the City’s overall “Triple Bottom Line” approach to sustainability. Commissioners are encouraged to come with questions about the Standards and the City’s project review process. ATTACHMENTS 1. Staff PowerPoint Presentation Packet Pg. 73 1Historic Preservation Standards Jim Bertolini, Historic Preservation Planner Historic Preservation Commission Work Session, January 22, 2022 U.S. Preservation Structure 2 National National Park Service Advisory Council on Historic Preservation National Trust for Historic Preservation Preservation Action State (CO) History Colorado Colorado Preservation, Inc. Colorado Historical Foundation Local (FC) Historic Preservation Services Historic Preservation Commission Historic Larimer County Fort Collins Historical Society Community members, advocates, property owners, etc., involved throughout. Government Non-Profit Advocacy 1 2 BOARD TOPIC 3, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 74 Fort Collins – Preservation Codes • Chapter 14 of Municipal Code • Primarily for Designated Resources • Covers • Policies, Purposes, & Definitions • Designation Standards & Processes • Project Review process • Landmark Loan Program • Land Use Code 3.4.7 • Development Review • Primarily for non-designated resources on development sites • Includes most permitted projects on non-single family property 3 Preservation Standards • National Park Service •Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation & Illustrated Guidelines on Sustainability •LOTS of supporting Briefs, Bulletins, and Tech Notes • Supporting Docs & Local Interpretation • Old Town Design Standards 4 3 4 BOARD TOPIC 3, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 75 SOI Standards • Standards for Treatment • Restoration • Reconstruction • Preservation •Rehabilitation 5 SOI Standards - Rehabilitation • 10 Standards – 3 Principles • Do No Harm • Repair Before You Replace • Keep alterations in context 6 5 6 BOARD TOPIC 3, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 76 What do the Standards Cover? • Just about everything. • NPS Standards cover interior, exterior, and site/context. • Local regulations cover exterior and site/context. • Design & building science. 7 Sustainability - Definitions • Preservation aims for long-term health of historic building • “Triple bottom line” sustainability • Social • Connect people with history • Consider owner/resident needs (rehabilitation) • Consider local knowledge & craftsmanship • Economic • Boosts to local job growth • Small business incubation • Environmental • Embodied energy • Reduce, reuse, recycle (in that order) • Improving energy performance 8 (National Park Service) 7 8 BOARD TOPIC 3, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 77 Common Sustainability Negotiation Points • Inappropriate solar collector installations • Wall insulation that • affects defining characteristics or finishes; • isn’t reversible; or • compounds maintenance issues. • Addition of non-historic daylighting features (skylights, dormers, new window openings) • Removal/replacement of character-defining features for energy efficiency • Doors & Windows • Siding 9 Dept. of Energy National Park Service National Park Service Sustainability Planning Concepts & Strategies • Conduct an energy audit first (solve problems a building actually has) • Consider inherent energy efficiency of the building • Reuse of existing materials is generally more energy-efficient than replacement due to: • environmental costs of manufacture • durability of historic materials (especially pre-1950) • No such thing as “maintenance free” 10 Where Air Escapes From a House (by percentage) – Image based on data from Energy Savers, U.S. Department of Energy. Illustration: Blank Space LLC. 9 10 BOARD TOPIC 3, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 78 Board Topic 2, Page 1 DATE: STAFF: January 12, 2022 Maren Bzdek, Historic Preservation Manager WORK SESSION ITEM 4 Historic Preservation Commission SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION HPC Work Plan - Progress and Priorities EXECUTIVE SUMMARY City Code requires all boards and commissions to file work plans on or before September 30 for the following year. According to the Boards and Commissions Manual, work plans should set out major projects and issues for discussion for the following year. The HPC adopted the attached 2022 work plan at its November 17, 2020 meeting. Consideration of pending priorities associated with the work plan will be a regular work session discussion item. The regular recurrence of this discussion item is intended to provide the Commission with the opportunity to measure ongoing progress and identify action items. ATTACHMENTS 1. HPC 2022 Work Plan Packet Pg. 79 Community Development & Neighborhood Services 281 North College Avenue P.O. Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522.0580 970.416.4250 preservation@fcgov.com fcgov.com/historicpreservation Historic Preservation Services MEMORANDUM  DATE:  November 17, 2021  TO:  Susan Gutowsky, Council Liaison  CC:  Kelly DiMartino, Interim City Manager, Tammi Pusheck, Interim City Clerk  FROM:  Meg Dunn, Chair, Historic Preservation Commission  RE:    Historic Preservation Commission 2022 Work Plan    The Historic Preservation Commission (formerly Landmark Preservation Commission) was  established in 1968 after the Centennial celebration of the founding of our city led to a  groundswell of support for identifying and preserving places important to our local heritage.     MISSION ‐ The Commission’s mission is closely aligned with four out of five of the City’s Guiding  Themes & Principles as identified in the 2020 Fort Collins Strategic Plan:  1. Affordability  o Supports the retention and rehabilitation of our existing affordable housing stock.  o Assists owners of historic properties in accessing State tax credits and provides zero  interest loans for maintaining historic properties.  o Provides an avenue to protect smaller sized housing stock that is often more  affordable than newer or larger construction.  o Provides work for local crafts people rather than outsourcing construction functions  to large chain stores and overseas factories.   2. Equity, Inclusion and Diversity  o Recognizes the need for more complete and inclusive representation of socio‐ economically, racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse communities within the city.  o Prioritizes inclusion in order to tell an accurate and comprehensive story of our  community.  o Seeks to identify, document, and preserve important sites that help to tell the full  story of Fort Collins from pre‐history through to the recent past.    o Seeks to preserve sites that enable all Fort Collins residents to see themselves and  their own history valued and represented through the City’s local landmark  program.   3. Environmental Sustainability  o Supports the conservation of buildings and scarce building materials through the  reuse and rehabilitation of historic buildings.   o Supports the reduction of energy use through the reuse of materials rather than  harvesting, processing, transporting, and installing new materials, all of which  require a great deal of energy.   4. Community Vibrancy  o Preserves the community’s sense of place by identifying, documenting, and safe‐ guarding archaeological and cultural sites of significance.     BOARD TOPIC 4, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 80     COMMISSION MAKEUP ‐ The HPC is a nine‐member board at full capacity (2 positions have  been vacant since June 2021). Per Certified Local Government (CLG) requirements, at least 40%  must have professional expertise in historic preservation, architectural history, history,  architecture, archaeology, or closely related fields. The current commission exceeds this  requirement with 100% of members having one or more of the required areas of expertise:  o Architecture: Nelson, Rose  o Land Development: Bello  o Historic Preservation: Murray, Rose  o Archeology: W. Dunn  o History: Knierim  o Education: M. Dunn, Knierim    SCOPE OF WORK ‐ The Commission has responsibilities both for the City of Fort Collins and as a  Certified Local Government:  1. The HPC performs the CLG responsibilities for the City of Fort Collins:  o Enables City to administer preservation regulations on behalf of the state and  federal governments; residents and business owners can participate in the Colorado  Historic Tax Credit program which provides an income tax credit of between 20‐35%  of qualified expenses depending on owner and project circumstances; and City can  apply for CLG grants for training, surveys, building preservation, and community  education;  o Requires enforcement of local legislation for the designation and protection of  historic properties consistent with the Secretary of Interior’s Standards; requires on‐ going survey of historic resources.  2. The HPC is the final decision‐maker on exterior alterations to properties designated as  Fort Collins Landmarks; determinations of eligibility for Fort Collins Landmark  designation; and allocation of Landmark Rehabilitation Loan funds.  3. The HPC makes recommendations to Council on Fort Collins Landmark designations; to  the Colorado State Historic Preservation Officer on nominations to the National and  State Register; and to Decision Makers on compatibility of developments adjacent to  and/or containing historic resources.  4. The HPC advises Council on the identification and significance of historic resources,  threats to their preservation, and methods for their protection; and advises Council and  staff about policies, incentives, and regulations for historic preservation.    OVERVIEW OF COMMISSION ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN 2021    o Held 10 regular meetings and 12 work sessions via remote meetings and hybrid  remote/in‐person meetings.  o Reviewed 11 design review applications for exterior alterations to designated historic  resources.  o Completed 11 formal education/training discussions on technical and historical topics at  monthly work sessions.  BOARD TOPIC 4, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 81 o Completed CLG training requirement for preservation commissions by attending the  National Trust’s PastForward 2021 virtual conference and Colorado Preservation Inc’s  Saving Places 2021 virtual conference. Recommended 2 properties for official  designation as Fort Collins Landmarks, including the first Black history landmark in the  City of Fort Collins (The Thomas House at 308 Cherry Street);    o Advocated for the restoration of Design Assistance Program (DAP) funding in the 2022  Budget. The DAP provides a voluntary, educational means to address technical  knowledge and project planning gaps for property owners, as well as to produce design  concepts that minimize the impact of alterations on historic character, improving the  outcomes of 151 projects since 2012. 2022 Responsibilities and Initiatives:    In 2022, the Historic Preservation Commission will continue to directly support Council’s  affirmed values of triple bottom line stewardship and innovation, centered in equity and  inclusion. Aligning its strategic objectives with the prioritized initiatives of City Council, the  Commission:    Will support the Neighborhood Livability and Social Health Key Outcome Area by:   o Addressing the City’s affordable housing goals by participating in the re‐ evaluation of the land use code to identify opportunities to increase  housing supply; supporting the retention and rehabilitation of existing  affordable housing stock; and by assisting Housing Catalyst in federal  clearance for the evaluation and sale of properties eligible for federal, state,  and local designation.    o Protecting historic places that are important to a broad base of our community through  cooperative discussions with a community stakeholder group that will guide further  exploration into the City’s research on historic sites associated with civil rights in Fort  Collins.  o Celebrating historic resources through community recognition and appreciation  opportunities, such as the Friends of Preservation Awards; virtual tours; signage and  brochures; and partnerships with community history organizations on special events  such as MLK Day, Pride Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and others.    o Helping to ensure compatible alterations and new development through design review  and development review. Providing feedback and direction for ongoing historic survey  projects.    Will support the Economic Health Key Outcome Area by:  o Allocating Landmark Rehabilitation Loans, and promoting State Tax  Credits, State Historic Fund grants, and other financial programs for work  to preserve and rehabilitate eligible residential and commercial  properties.   o Supporting Housing Attainability and Affordability through revisions to the  Rehabilitation Loan Program and the Design Assistance Program to address issues of  equity, inclusion, and financial need, and better assist low and moderate‐income  citizens with cost‐effective repairs and improvements to their homes.  BOARD TOPIC 4, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 82 o Ensuring a smooth, integrated Development Review process by providing early  comments to developers and staff on Land Use Code projects; and by providing decision  makers with recommendations on development near historic properties.  o Promoting and subsidizing the use of Fort Collins’ specialized skills and tradespeople  to keep more financial resources in the community.  o Promoting the Historic Preservation Division’s Cost Comparison Calculator, an on‐line  tool that enables area contractors and residents to understand the relative costs,  longevity and energy trade‐offs in rehab material choices.    Will support the Environmental Health Key Outcome Area by:  o Incentivizing sustainable building practices and energy conservation  measures in older homes through historic preservation review processes.  o Promote sustainability, retention of embodied energy, and waste‐stream  reduction by encouraging the reuse of existing buildings and materials.   o Facilitating safe, cost‐effective energy rehabilitation and retrofitting, addition of  appropriate solar installations to historic resources, and resource sustainability  through 0%‐interest loans, grants, and free professional advice.  o Providing technical input and oversight on the Historic Preservation Division’s technical  briefs, which are designed to guide energy efficiency improvements, material repair and  replacement decisions, and other rehabilitation needs in a manner that is both climate‐ friendly and supportive of historic building character.     Will support the High Performing Government Key Outcome Area by:   o Providing the best service to Council and the residents of Fort Collins by  identifying and implementing innovative solutions and best practices  through partnerships, continuing education, and professional trainings.  o Building capacity, increasing productivity, attracting and developing  diverse and competitive talent, and facilitating the career training and growth  of young professionals by working with CSU faculty and student interns on special  projects related to Historic Preservation, Archeology, Construction Management,  Heritage Tourism and other related fields of study.  o Furthering Council’s and the City’s goals and objectives through the performance of the  Commission’s duties.    BOARD TOPIC 4, ATTACHMENT 1 Packet Pg. 83