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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-10-20 934 porch column solutionRatzlaff, Hannah K. From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2022 9:34 AM To: greg.hiegel@gmail.com' Subject: RE: 418-422 E 15th Greg, I think these would be a more appropriate solution, yes. Please include any additional alterations you plan to do to the exterior in your application, such as the reroofing of the porches. Some items might be administratively reviewed, and it is typically best to include everything in one effort to save time and expense. Thanks, Hannah Ratzlaff Urban Designer & Historic District Commission Staff Planning & Development, 723 W. Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 hratzlaff@littlerock.gov 501-371-4789 From: greg.hiegel@gmail.com <greg.hiegel@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2022 9:13 AM To: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov> Subject: RE: 418-422 E 15th CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hannah, do you think a porch column like this would work? It's the closest to what was there that I can find. Thank you, Greg Hiegel 278B Hwy 65N Conway, AR 72032 501-336-7107 Eagle Rock Contracting From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov> Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2022 8:37 AM 1 To: 'greg. hiegel @gmail.com' <greg.hiegel@gmail.com> Subject: RE: 418-422 E 15th Good morning Mr. Hiegle, Thank you for your phone call yesterday. To reiterate and to provide an answer to your question: One of the primary purposes of the design guidelines is to prevent the loss of historic fabric in the MacArthur Park Historic District. The structure at 418-420 E 15th is a contributing structure to the district, meaning that it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has retained its integrity. However, the recent unpermitted alteration to the porch supports might have delisted the structure from the register. The loss of contributing structures affects the eligibility of the district which is tied to property owner access to state and federal rehabilitation tax credits. 418-420 E 15t" was an eligible structure for both the state and federal tax credits programs, and these could have been utilized for the improvement of this structure with a 41% return to the owner. The character of investment is significant to this neighborhood and historic district. When changes are made to the exterior of structures in the district, property owners in proximity are notified so that they may have the opportunity to voice concern, support, or opposition to projects that may jeopardize the district's National Register eligibility. It is a right they have pursuant to the City of Little Rock Code of Ordinances Sec. 23-117. If the owner is unwilling to submit an application to the Historic District Commission to remedy the violation, the owner will be issued a citation for violation of the ordinance which will require them to appear as a defendant in court. I am happy to assist in finding a more appropriate solution for the structure that is respectful of its historic integrity and that retains its status on the Register. To start, do you know what neighbor took the porch columns? We have a strong relationship with the neighborhood association and might be able to find the columns. Secondly, if the first is not possible, as an alternative, I suggest considering porch supports that are similar in design and material to the ones that were replaced. Please let me know how I can further assist. Thanks, Hannah Ratzlaff Urban Designer & Historic District Commission Staff Planning & Development, 723 W. Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 hratzlaff@littlerock.gov 501-371-4789 From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. Sent: Monday, October 17, 2022 3:06 PM To:'greg.hiegel@gmail.com' <greg.hiegel@gmail.com> Subject: FW: 418-422 E 15th See below From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2022 3:31 PM To:'greg.heigel@gmail.com' <greg.heigel@gmail.com> Subject: 418-422 E 15th 2 Good afternoon Mr. Heigel, Good to talk with you this afternoon about your project at 418-422 E. 151h. Thanks for giving me a call! Just to summarize some basic information about the MacArthur Parks Local Ordinance Historic District and the Little Rock Historic District Commission: The property at 418-422 E 15th is within the MacArthur Park Local Ordinance Historic District. The goal of the local ordinance historic district is to protect and preserve the unique and valued qualities of such an area, its urban design, architectural character, and historic materials in buildings and in landscapes. A property owner in this district is subject to the rules and regulations as set forth by the City of Little Rock ordinances, Municipal Code Chapter 23, Sec. 76-160, that is based on Arkansas State law. Any exterior renovation of structures, additions, fencing, or other site features need to be either administratively approved by staff or reviewed by the Little Rock Historic District Commission at their regularly monthly public meetings. For information for the Historic District Commission and the MacArthur Park Design Guidelines, please visit the City's website: littlerock.gov Click on Government > Planning & Development On the right-hand menu find Boards & Commissions Scroll down to Historic District Commission In this section, you will find information regarding the HDC, the design guidelines and the application process. Guidelines on porch rehabilitation can be found in Section III. Please complete the application with description of proposed work (or request for retroactive approval of unpermitted work) and email to me with the requested support documents. The next filing deadline is October 315t for the December 1st public hearing. Saxion Enterprises LLC bought the building on June 24, 2022 and a letter was sent to the owner's mailing address on July 22, 2022 notifying them of their property's inclusion in the MacArthur Park Historic District and it's regulations. They also own another building in the district and have applied for HDC approval before and are aware of the process. I do want to add that the structure is a contributing structure to the historic district and, therefore, is eligible for historic rehabilitation tax credits. The removal and replacement of the porch supports might delist the property from contributing to the district and cause the property to be ineligible for multiple funding opportunities in the future. Financially, it is usually in the owners benefit to keep the structure listed. Lastly, were the columns on the rear porches removed as well? A solution might be to move those to the front porches if there are enough of them. Something to consider. I'm also happy to come take a look at the property to provide technical assistance towards a possible solution. Thanks, Hannah Ratzlaff Urban Designer & Historic District Commission Staff Planning & Development, 723 W. Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 hratzlaff@littlerock.gov 501-371-4789 3