HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 4 - 217 HighTO: Landmarks Commission
FROM: Steven Wiley, Staff Liaison
DATE: December 511,, 2018
SUBJECT: Item 4: 217 High Avenue - Rehabilitation Work - Discussion/Action
1.) Initiated by: Lisa Morris, Property Owner, 217 High Avenue
This property is not a landmark or contributing structure but if it is eligible for inclusion
on the National/State Registers the Commission has the ability to review work proposed.
2.) Is the item related to an Historic District/contributing, listed individually, Landmarked
or eligible?
This property was listed in the 1980 Intensive Historic Resource Survey as eligible for
the National Register. It is the Augustus Stille Residence and represents a time,
period, or method of construction.
2a.) Does item conform with all Local, State, or other Ordinances, Statutes?
Any work would have to comply with building codes and/or base zoning and design
standards. Depending on the work the owners propose, the work may or may not
comply with the preservation ordinance.
2b.) Has the State Historical Society been notified or involved?
The State has not yet been involved.
2c.) Are other organizations or entities involved?
Not currently
3.) Are Historic Tax Credits applicable for this item?
Not at this time.
4.) Does this pertain to municipally -owned structures?
Property is privately owned.
5.) What is the Commission priority # for this item?
Ongoing projects and property owners that approach the Commission for input are a
top priority of the Commission, along with other ongoing tasks.
5a.) Does the Commission have enough information for action(s)?
The Commission does not yet have enough information but the property owner was
planning to submit more information for the upcoming meeting.
Discussion Considerations
1.) More research or follow up on Item?
If you are unable to attend this meeting, it is important to notify Steven Wiley
(920-236-5062) in case a quorum cannot be attained.
Depending on what work the owner looks to do and whether the owner would like to
pursue a National/State Register Nomination, more follow up might be necessary.
2.) Evidence of "original"? Restore to what time period?
Potentially -Staff has not yet checked the Museum or Library.
3.) Replacement Materials: accepted by State Historical society?
The Commission discussed WI Act 317 and the provision in the new legislation that
allows restoration work to use materials similar in appearance to the original materials.
4.) Consideration of 'undo hardship on ownersT Funding sources?
Potential for city rehab programs if the owner/tenant(s) qualify.
5.) Take actions?
The Commission can research the property and discuss the owner's proposed work and
decide what action to take.
6.) Follow up?
Potentially depending on what work the owner would like to do and whether they wish
to pursue a National/State Register listing.
List of Potential Work for Commission Review
Demolitions
Windows / Doors - removal or replacement of existing
Siding with materials different than existing
Additions
Entrances, Porches, Exterior
Steps
Soffits, Fascia, Exterior Trim -
Alterations, removal,
additions.
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If you are unable to attend this meeting, it is important to notify Steven Wiley
(920-236-5062) in case a quorum cannot be attained.