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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 02/04/2003 - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 022, 2003, DESIGNAT AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM NUMBER: 18 FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL DATE: February 4, 2003 FROM: Karen McWilliams SUBJECT : First Reading of Ordinance No. 022, 2003, Designating the William and Clara Blair House and Garage, 716 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, Colorado, as a Fort Collins Landmark Pursuant to Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. RECOMMENDATION: The Landmark Preservation Commission and staff recommend adoption of the Ordinance on First Reading. At a public hearing held on January 8, 2003, the Landmark Preservation Commission voted unanimously to recommend designation of this property as a landmark for its architectural importance to Fort Collins. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The owners of the property, John and Barbara Lueck, are initiating this request for Fort Collins Landmark designation for the William and Clara Blair House and Garage. The property qualifies for designation under Fort Collins Landmark Standard 14-5 (C), Architectural Significance. The property would also likely qualify for individual designation on the National and State Registers of Historic Places. The residence exemplifies the Craftsman Bungalow architectural style of the early 1930s, with excellent integrity. The detached garage, which dates from the period of significance, exhibits good integrity with a high level of Craftsman stylistic detail, and contributes significantly to the historic and architectural character of the property. HISTORY The house, as well as its detached garage, was built in 1932 for William Blair, a local farmer, and his wife Clara. The house exhibits a high level of Craftsman stylistic detail. It has narrow lapped board siding and sits upon a high concrete foundation. A pattern of square and narrow rectangular shingles in the gable ends emphasizes the horizontal lines of this front gabled bungalow. Long, pointed exposed rafter tails are visible as well as exposed purlin and ridge poles. The front porch has wire-cut red brick half walls and paired porch column supports. The home features a box window inset under the gable roof on the east elevation, another distinctive Craftsman element. ORDINANCE NO. 022, 2003 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS DESIGNATING THE WILLIAM AND CLARA BLAIR HOUSE AND GARAGE, 716 WEST OAK STREET, FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, AS A FORT COLLINS LANDMARK PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 14 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 14-2 of the City Code, the City Council has established a public policy encouraging the protection, enhancement and perpetuation of landmarks within the City; and WHEREAS,by Resolution dated January 8, 2003 the Landmark Preservation Commission (the "Commission") has determined that the William and Clara Blair House and Garage have architectural importance to the City,as great examples of the Craftsman Bungalow architectural style of the early 1930s; the house exhibits a high level of Craftsman stylistic detail, with excellent integrity,while the detached garage dates from the period of significance and exhibits good integrity with many Craftsman stylistic details, and contributes significantly to the historic and architectural character of the property; and WHEREAS,the Commission has further determined that said property meets the criteria of a landmark as set forth in Section 14-5 of the Code and is eligible for designation as a landmark,and • has recommended to the City Council that said property be designated by the City Council as a landmark; and WHEREAS, the owners of the property have consented to such landmark designation; and WHEREAS, such landmark designation will preserve the property's significance to the community; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the recommendation of the Commission and desires to approve such recommendation and designate said property as a Fort Collins landmark. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS as follows: Section 1. That the property historically known as the William and Clara Blair House and Garage,located on lands in the City of Fort Collins,Larimer County,Colorado,described as follows, to wit: Lot 23, Block 280,Loomis Addition also known as 716 West Oak Street is hereby designated as a Fort Collins landmark pursuant to Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of • Fort Collins. Section 2. That the Secretary of the Interior's standards and guidelines for the treatment of historic properties will serve as the standards by which alterations, additions and other changes to the buildings and structures located upon the above described property will be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 14, Article III, of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. Introduced, considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 4th day of February, A.D. 2003, and to be presented for final passage on the 18th day of February,A.D. 2003. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Passed and adopted on final reading this 18th day of February, A.D. 2003. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Community Planning and Environmental Services Advance Planning Department • City of Fort Collins RESOLUTION 1,2003 OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDING LANDMARK DESIGNATION OF THE WILLIAM AND CLARA BLAIR HOUSE AND GARAGE 716 WEST OAK STREET, FORT COLLINS, COLORADO WHEREAS, it is a matter of public policy that the protection, enhancement and perpetuation of sites,structures,and districts of historical,architectural or geographic significance,located within the city, are a public necessity and are required in the interest of the prosperity, civic pride and general welfare of the people; and WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the City Council that the economic, cultural and aesthetic standing of this city cannot be maintained or enhanced by disregarding the historical, architectural and geographical heritage of the city and by ignoring the destruction or defacement of such cultural assets; and • WHEREAS, the William and Clara Blair House and Garage have architectural significance to Fort Collins as good examples of Craftsman Bungalow architecture, with excellent integrity; and WHEREAS,the Landmark Preservation Commission has determined that the William and Clara Blair House and Garage meet the criteria of a landmark as set forth in Section 14-5 of the code and is eligible for designation as a Fort Collins Landmark; and WHEREAS, the owners of the property, John and Barbara Lueck, have consented to such landmark designation. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Landmark Preservation Commission of the City of Fort Collins as follows: Section 1. That the Landmark Preservation Commission recommends to the Council of the City of Fort Collins that the building and structure known as the William and Clara Blair House and Garage, located on the lands in the City of Fort Collins, Larimer County, Colorado, described as follows, to wit: Lot 23, Block 280, Loomis Addition City of Fort Collins, County of Larimer, State of Colorado also known as 716 West Oak Street 281 North College Avenue • P.O.Box 580 • Fort Collins,CO 80522-0580 • (970)221-6376 FAX(970)224-6111 • TDD(970)224-6002 • E-mail:aptanning@fcgov.com Landmark Preservation Commission Resolution No. 1, 2003 William and Clara Blair House and Garage, 716 West Oak Street Page 22 be designated as a Fort Collins Landmark in accordance with Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. Section 2. That the Secretary of the Interior's standards and guidelines for the treatment of historic properties will serve as the standards by which alterations,additions and other changes to buildings and structures located upon the above described property will be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 14, Article III, of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Landmark Preservation Commission of the City of Fort Collins held this 8th day of January,A.D. 2003. W . "Bud' Frick, Chairman ATTES . C Secre ary/Staff Community Planning and Environmental Services Advance Planning Department 4ia City of Fort Collins LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION January 8, 2003 STAFF REPORT REQUESTS: Fort Collins Landmark Designation of the William and Clara Blair House and Garage, 716 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, Colorado STAFF CONTACT: Karen McWilliams, Preservation Planner APPLICANTS: John and Barbara Lueck . BACKGROUND: Staff presents for your consideration the landmark designation of the William and Clara Blair House and Garage, 716 West Oak Street. The Blair House warrants consideration for its architectural under City of Fort Collins Landmark Preservation standard 14- 5 (2) "Architectural Importance" and would additionally qualify for designation under National Register Criterion C. The residence exemplifies the Craftsman Bungalow of the early 1930s and merits landmark designation due to its excellent integrity. The detached garage, which dates from the period of significance, also exhibits good integrity with a high level of Craftsman stylistic detail and contributes significantly to the historic and architectural character of the property. History —The house, as well as its detached garage, was built in 1932 for William Blair, a local farmer, and his wife Clara. By 1954, the residence had become the home of Alec and Mary Kindsfater. Mr. Kindsfater was a local cattle feeder. In the early 1960s James and Ruth McBeth bought the house. Mr. McBeth was an insurance agent as well as a mechanic and burner man at Ideal Cement. The McBeths made their home at the residence until 1980, when John and Barbara Lueck bought the house. The Luecks are the current owners and residents of the house. The house has narrow lapped board siding and sits upon a high concrete foundation. A pattern of square and narrow rectangular shingles in the gable ends emphasize the horizontal lines of this front gabled bungalow. Long, pointed exposed rafter tails are visible as well as exposed purlin and ridge poles. The front porch has wire-cut red brick half walls and paired porch column supports. The home features a box window inset under the gable roof on the east elevation, another distinctive Craftsman element. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approving this request for Fort Collins Landmark designation of the William and Clara Blair House and Garage, 716 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, Colorado, for its architectural significance. • 281 North College Avenue • P.O.Box 580 • Fort Collins,CO 80522-0580 • (970)221-6376 FAX(970)224-6111 • TDD(970)224-6002 • E-mail:aplanning@fcgov.com Community Planning;and Environmental Services Advance Planning Department Historic Preservation Office PO Box 580 Fort Collins,CO 80522-0580 970-221-6376 City of Fort Collins Local Historic Landmark Designation Nomination Form Date: December 2, 2002 PHOTOS Please include 35mm photos of EACH ELEVATION of EACH BUILDING and STRUCTURE on the property. LOCATION Address: 716 W. Oak Street Legal Description: LOT 23, BLK 280, LOOMIS ADDITION, FORT COLLINS Property Name (historic and/or common): William and Clara Blair House & Garage FORM PREPARED BY Name and Title: Stephanie Carey - Historic Preservation Intern Address: 281 N. College Ave. Phone: 970-221-6376 Relationship to Owner: N/A OWNER INFORMATION Name: John C. and Barbara E. Lueck Phone: 970-493-6017 Address: 716 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, 80521 BOUNDARIES and TYPE OF DESIGNATION ® Landmark ❑ Landmark District Explanation of Boundary Determination: The boundaries of the property being designated as a Fort Collins Landmark correspond to the legal description of the property,noted above. 281 North College Avenue • PO Box 580 • Fort Collins,CO 80522-0580 e 970-221-6376 Fax 970-224-6111 . TDD 970-224-6002 • email:aplanning@fcgov.com CLASSIFICATION Category Ownership Status Present Use Existing Designatior ® Building ❑ Public ® Occupied ❑ Commercial ❑ National Register ❑ Structure ® Private ❑ Unoccupied ❑ Educational ❑ State Register ❑ Site ❑ Religious ❑ Object ® Residential ❑ District ❑ Entertainment ❑ Government ❑ Other SIGNIFICANCE Architectural ❑ Represents work of noteworthy architect ❑ Possesses high artistic value ® Represents a type, period, or method of construction Historical ❑ Associated with significant persons ❑ Associated with significant event ® Associated with a significant pattern or trend ❑ Contributes to the significance of an historic district Geographical ❑ Related to or part of a distinctive area ❑ Represents an established and familiar visual feature Further Comments (attach a separate sheet if needed): The Blair house, located at 716 West Oak Street, warrants consideration for its architectural significance compliant with the current City of Fort Collins Landmark Preservation standard for designation 14-5 (2) "Architectural Importance" as well as Criterion C from the National Register. The residence exemplifies the Craftsman Bungalow of the early 1930s and merits eligibility for landmark designation due to its excellent integrity. The detached garage also exhibits good integrity with a high level of Craftsman stylistic detail. HISTORICAL INFORMATION Please attach a narrative of the historical significance of the property. Include a title search or city directory research if the property is important for its association with a significant person. Further Comments: The house, as well as its detached garage,was built in 1932 for William Blair, a local farmer, and his wife Clara. By 1954, the residence had become the home of Alec and Mary Kindsfater. Mr. Kindsfater was a local cattle feeder. In the early 1960s James and Ruth MCBeth bought the house. Mr. McBeth was an insurance agent as well as a mechanic and bumer man at Ideal Cement. The McBeths made their home at the residence until 1980, when John and Barbara Lueck bought the house. The Luecks are the current owners and residents of the house. Revised 05-2002 Page 2 ARCHITECTURAL and PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION (attach a separate sheet if needed) . Construction Date: 1932 Architect/Builder: Unknown Building Materials: Concrete foundation, wood frame construction, lapped board siding, composition roof shingles and wire-cut red brick porch. Architectural Style: Craftsman Bungalow Special Features/Surroundings: Detached garage Describe any additions or alterations to the property: The garage, built in 1932, was relocated on the property and remodeled in 1948. Further Comments: The house has narrow lapped board siding and sits upon a high concrete foundation. A pattern of square and narrow rectangular shingles in the gable ends emphasize the horizontal lines of this front gabled bungalow. Long, pointed exposed rafter tails are visible as well as exposed purlin and ridge poles. The front porch has wire-cut red brick half walls and paired porch column supports. The home features a box window inset under the gable roof on the east elevation, another distinctive Craftsman element. REFERENCE LIST or SOURCES of INFORMATION (attach a separate sheet if needed) Building permit records from the Fort Collins Public Library archives (online query). City of Fort Collins Architectural Survey form (Survey ID: 3016). Fort Collins City Dirictories: 1933-1999 . Residential Property Information from Latimer County Assessor's Office(online query). FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Date Determined "Eligible' Ordinance # Application within last 12 months? ❑ Yes ❑ No Date Recorded • Revised 05-2002 Page 3 AGREEMENT The undersigned owner(s) hereby agrees that the property described herein be considered for local'historic landmark designation, pursuant to the Fort Collins Landmark Preservation Ordinance, Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. I understand that upon designation, I or my successors will be requested to notify the Secretary of the Landmark Preservation Commission at the City of Fort Collins prior to the occurrence of any of the following: 1. Preparation of plans for reconstruction or alteration of the exterior of the improvements on the property, or; 2. Preparation of plans for construction of, addition to or demolition of improvements on the property. 3. 1 further understand that if I apply for a building permit for any one of the following: a. Alteration or reconstruction of or an addition to the exterior of any improvement which constitutes all or part of a landmark structure or landmark district; b. Demolition or relocation of any improvement which constitutes all or part of a landmark structure or landmark district; c. Construction or erection of or an addition to any improvement upon any land included in a landmark district; d. Or if I proceed with any work not requiring a building permit as set forth in Section 14-47; The Building Inspector and the Landmark Preservation Commission shall be under the time constraints and other requirements as outlined in Chapter 14, Article III of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. DATED this day of 9041> 200-0. �A2P.�J2A E. Luck Owner Name (please print) Owner Stgnature State of L4-\r"<n X-;:) ) )ss. County of � c ) Subscribed and sworn before me this a"a day of 2003 by flncti 2- _ %,vtt\ Witness my hand and official seal. My commission expires KRI TZ�i s a ` 4Q v m oG •� OF @-/C o ' Revised 05-2002 coo Page 5 AGREEMENT • The undersigned owner(s) hereby agrees that the property described herein be considered for local historic landmark designation, pursuant to the Fort Collins Landmark Preservation Ordinance, Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. 1 understand that upon designation, I or my successors will be requested to notify the Secretary of the Landmark Preservation Commission at the City of Fort Collins prior to the occurrence of any of the following: 1. Preparation of plans for reconstruction or alteration of the exterior of the improvements on the property, or; 2. Preparation of plans for construction of, addition to or demolition of improvements on the property. 3. 1 further understand that if I apply for a building permit for any one of the following: a. Alteration or reconstruction of or an addition to the exterior of any improvement which constitutes all or part of a landmark structure or landmark district; b. Demolition or relocation of any improvement which constitutes all or part of a landmark structure or landmark district; c. Construction or erection of or an addition to any improvement upon any land included in a landmark district; d. Or if I proceed with any work not requiring a building permit as set forth in Section 14-47; The Building Inspector and the Landmark Preservation Commission shall be under the time constraints and other requirements as outlined in Chapter 14, Article III of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. DATED this v,yf� day of kf Xg 0 200. . Owner Na a (please prin ) C Owne ignature State of pY(a cUp )ss. County of Ac1h x v n tX Subscribed and sworn before me this o _day of 200�, MY COMMISSION EXPIRES 31121200E W� _Qd and official seal. My commission expires Mi .pub y: Revised 0 ,,,,,,no" Pa e 5 9 City of Fort Collins Architectural Inventory Form Page 1 Westside Neighborhood Survey Project Address: 716 W Oak St Site Number: 5LR8255 Parcel Number: Architectural Style: Bungalow/Craftsman Stories: 1 .5 Est Construction Date: Landmark Status: Individually Eligible for NRHP: ❑ Individually Eligible for Local Landmarking: Contributing to a District/Potential District: I i Primary Roof Form: Front Gabled Other: Comment -- Foundation: Concrete Other. Comment high Exterior Wall Covering: Lapped Board . Other: Comment: narrow Survey ID: 3016 SHF 96-02-116 Product No.4 City of Fort Collins Architectural Inventory Form Page 2 Westside Neighborhood Survey Project Address: 716 W Oak St Distinctive Features: Comment: Root Attributes: Comp. Shingles Other: Comment Window Attributes: Other: Comment Porches: ❑ Front Porch ❑ Open porch Porch Attributes: Comment: Other Distinctive Features Wire cut red brick porch 1/2 walls&paired porch column supports; red brick planter-pedestal at top of steps; low, poured concrete walls flank steps, match foundation; pattern square and narrow rectangular angle in gable ends emphasize horizontally;4/1 craftsman lights;,Mndow box w/brackets-long pointed exposed tails Alterations: Condition: Integrity: Garages: Detached Contributing? Yes Other Outbuildings: Contributing? Yes ❑ Comments: good integrity, lots of stylistic details Remarks: Date Recorded: 05/23/00 Recorder: Karen McWilliams Survey ID: 3016 SHF 96-02-115 Product No.4 uetau rage Ior Photographs in the Image Database Page 1 of I 716WOa48 --Photographic Image Details Record Photo Orders • Image Caption: 716 W. Oak, 1948. Image Date: Unknown Approximate Date: 1948 c. Library Reference Number: Creator: Tax Assessor's Office r Image Content Type: buildings Contexts: World War II & Post War 1942-1955 �r Image Source: Tax Assessor Records Collection: Tax Assessor Records Image File Location: N/A Description: 716 W. Oak, 1948. One and a half story frame house with small out building/garage and small brick front porch. Constructed c. 1933. Type: Tax Assessor Print Thumbnail: /thumbnails/W Oak/716WOa48 Largeview: /photos/W Oak/716WOa48 Format: HP ScanJet 6100C Scanner; Adobe 6.0; TIFF 800 dpi; JPEG 72dpi; GIF 72dpi Open This Record in a New Window to Print or Bookmark People, Buildings, and Structures directly associated with this Image: No people found directly linked to this Photograph. No buildings or structures found directly linked to this Photograph. http://Iibrary.ci.fort-collins.co.us/archive/scripts/photo_detailps3.cfrn?Image_No=6966 11/20/2002 umati rage ror rnotograpns in me image uataoase Page 1 of 1 716WOa68 --Photographic Image Details Record Photo Orders Image Caption: 716 W. Oak, 1968 Image Date: Unknown -' Approximate Date: 1968 c. Library Reference Number: z a Creator: Tax Assessor's Office Image Content Type: buildings Contexts: Urban Renewal 1955-1969 Image Source: Tax Assessor Records Collection: Tax Assessor Records Image File Location: N/A Description:716 W. Oak, 1968. One story frame building with garage. Constructed c. 1933. Type: Tax Assessor Print Thumbnail: /thumbnails/W_Oak/716WOa68 Largeview: /photos/W Oak/716WOa68 Format: HP ScanJet 6100C Scanner; Adobe 6.0; TIFF 800 dpi; JPEG 72dpi; GIF 72dpi Open This Record in a New Window to Print or Bookmark People, Buildings, and Structures directly associated with this Image: No people found directly linked to this Photograph. No buildings or structures found directly linked to this Photograph. http://library.ci.fort-collins.co.us/archive/scripts/photo_detailps3.cfm?Image_No=6967 11/20/2002 Limait rage for a rermic rage 1 or 1 Blair, W. J. -- Building Permit Record Permit Number: 3286 Owner: Blair, W. J. Address: 716 W. Oak Date: 1932-05-12 00:00:00 Addition: N/A Lot Modifier: N/A Lot: 23 Block: 280 Description: Frame residence Type Code: 0 Estimated Cost: $3000 Permit Cost: $4 Open This Record in a New Window to Print or Bookmark • http://Iibrary.ci.fort-collins.co.us/archive/scripts/permit2.cfm?ID=2576 11/20/2002 1Letau rage for a rerrmt Page 1 of I Blair, W. J. Building Permit Record Permit Number: 3287 Owner: Blair, W. J. Address: 716 W. Oak Date: 1932-05-12 00:00:00 Addition: N/A Lot Modifier: N/A Lot: 23 Block: 280 Description: Frame garage Type Code: 0 Estimated Cost: $200 Permit Cost: $1.2 Open This Record in a New Window to Print or Bookmark http://library.ci.fort-collins.co.us/archive/scripts/permit2.cf n?ID=2577 11/20/2002 uetau rage for a Permit Page 1 of 1 Kindsfater, Alec -- Building Permit Record Permit Number: 10541 Owner: Kindsfater, Alec Address: 716 W. Oak Date: 1948-05-25 00:00:00 Addition: N/A Lot Modifier: N/A Lot: 23 Block: 280 Description: Move & remodel garage Type Code: 0 Estimated Cost: $200 Permit Cost: $1.3 Open This Record in a New Window to Print or Bookmark • • http://library.ci.fort-collins.co.us/archive/scripts/permit2.cfin?ID=l 1262 11/20/2002 Detail Page for a Permit Page 1 of 1 Kindsfater, Alex -- Building Permit Record Permit Number: 11329 Owner: Kindsfater, Alex Address: 716 W. Oak Date: 1949-07-29 00:00:00 Addition: N/A Lot Modifier: N/A Lot: 23 Block: 280 Description: Reshingle house - Type Code: 0 Estimated Cost: $325 Permit Cost: $1.6 Open This Record in a New Window to Print or Bookmark http://Iibrary.ci.fort-collins.co.us/archive/scripts/permit2.cftn?ID=l2109 11/20/2002 i . y r T r •- - - 1 1 1 •, 1411�p'a AA if 1. 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