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MEMORANDUM
DATE: September 30, 2016
TO: Wanda Winkelman, City Clerk
FROM: Ron Sladek, Chair, Landmark Preservation Commission
SUBJECT: 2017 Landmark Preservation Commission Work Plan
HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2016
In 2016, the Landmark Preservation Commission (LPC) continued to identify and implement
improvements to historic preservation processes and policies:
• The LPC has changed its meeting dates so that its regular meeting is aligned with the Planning and
Zoning Board’s regular meeting. This will facilitate the development review process and provide
Decision Makers with relevant comments on final plans.
• Two code and process-related items have been identified as critical issues and are being addressed in
2016: the identification of Areas of Adjacency, and code definitions relating to dangerous buildings.
In 2016, the Commission will review the consultant’s report and make recommendations to Council
on potential improvements.
• The LPC is working with staff to prepare a scope of work for a comprehensive review of historic
preservation codes and ordinances, to commence in January 2017. At its next meetings, the
Commission will also be discussing some changes to the historic preservation sections of the Land
Use Code, and will provide a recommendation to Council.
The LPC has participated in the review of three long-range planning efforts: the Downtown Plan and Old
Town Neighborhoods Plan Updates, and the draft Old Town Neighborhoods Design Guidelines, which
are slated for completion by the end of the calendar year.
2017 WORK PLAN
In 2017, the LPC will address several important historic preservation policy issues, and will support
historic preservation policies and programs promoting Council’s strategic objectives through both
ongoing programs and new initiatives.
• The primary item on the LPC’s 2017 work plan is the comprehensive review of historic
preservation codes and ordinances, to commence in January 2017. The LPC will work closely
with staff and the consultant team to identify improvements and recommend code revisions for
adoption by Council.
• In 2017, Commission members will participate in dialogue and activities organized by a Fort
Collins-Loveland task force on compatible infill development.
• Throughout 2017, the Commission will help to promote the positive and unique character of Fort
Collins through historic property survey and landmark designation, and through design review of
landmark properties. In Q2 2017, the LPC will hold final public hearings and make
recommendations on eligibility findings resulting from the State Historical Fund sponsored
survey of the 312 property Loomis Addition. The Commission will further identify survey
priorities for the next grant application.
Landmark Preservation Commission
2017 Work Program
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• The LPC will continue to preserve and enhance significant community character by reviewing
proposed alterations and demolitions of historic and older buildings, and new development
affecting historic properties. In 2017, the Landmark Preservation Commission will promote
incentives for context sensitive design and for promoting the sustainable retrofitting of older
buildings through the increasingly popular Design Assistance and Zero Interest Landmark
Rehabilitation Loan Programs.
• The LPC strongly supports the Economic Health Outcome Area by working to maintain Fort
Collins’ character that drives much of its desirability, and by leveraging residents’ investment in
maintaining and improving their neighborhoods and community. In 2017, the Commission will
ensure compliance with Certified Local Government (CLG) requirements, thereby enabling the
City to receive funding from federal grants for historic preservation projects and for Fort Collins
citizens to participate in the Colorado Tax Credit for Historic Preservation program.
• For 2017, the Commission has requested that staff pursue a study of an expansion of the Old
Town Historic District within the Downtown Commercial Core.
• In 2017, the Landmark Preservation Commission will continue to promote sustainable building
practices and energy conservation measures that reduce greenhouse gas emissions through its
review processes and funding allocations. Additionally, zero-interest loans for property
maintenance and rehabilitation and the design assistance program help low and moderate income
citizens to be able to afford cost-effective repairs and improvements to their properties.
• The LPC will continue its ongoing community outreach programs, including the Friend of
Preservation Awards, and look for new opportunities to partner with community organizations to
promote Fort Collins’ sense of place through historic preservation.
• Based on a successful pilot program in 2015-2016, LPC members and staff will again offer a
continuing education course for Fort Collins real estate agents who wish to learn more about
buying, selling, and maintaining eligible and historic properties in the Old Town neighborhoods.
cc: Landmark Preservation Commission Members
Councilman Gino Campana, Council Liaison
Darin Atteberry, City Manager
Laurie Kadrich, PDT Director
Tom Leeson, CDNS Director
Karen McWilliams, Historic Preservation Manager