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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHDC2023-004 Staff Report w MinutesMarch 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 NAME: Replacement of Entry Doors LOCATION: 623 Sherman Street (including 615-619 Sherman & 608-612 E 7t" St.) OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Daniel Jimenez Little Rock Turnkey Properties Memphis, TN 38119 Jamie Hoffman 315 Crystal Ct, Little Rock, AR 72205 Figure 1. Elsmcourt Apartments, 623 Sherman St, Little Rock; AR March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont. AREA: 0.52 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 HISTORIC DISTRICT: MacArthur Park Historic District HISTORIC STATUS: Contributing CURRENT ZONING: R4A — Low Density Residential A. BACKGROUND FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 WARD: 1 Location The subject property is located at 623 Sherman. The property's legal description is "Lots 4,5, and 6 of Block 2, Stevensons Addition, City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, AR." Context The subject property is the site of three two-story multi -family apartment buildings, built c. 1950. As a corner lot, two units face Sherman and one unit faces East 7t" Street. A covered parking shelter sits at the rear of the site along the west property line barely visible from the street. The apartment units were surveyed as separate historic resources by street. The buildings at 623 Sherman and 615-618 Sherman are PU2818 and the building at 608-612 E 7t" Street is PU2819. The structures are described similarly in the most recent National Register survey forms, 2007, PU2818: "standard twentieth century apartment building with brick veneer, steel id d hfd rl r- 8TH O Lr' n MOTH i - z s Qd G o F1 T, ;. `X a `9 11TH MACARTF{6R J 13TH . " PULASKI COUNTY Q F A F63p _ iL4%/ wn ows an new ip-roo e porches. Some aspects of Colonial Revival style are apparent." 2 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont. FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 The site was constructed sometime around 1950. The property is shown as vacant on the 1939 and 1950 Sanborn maps. In a 2004 staff report, staff notes that the apartments "were built by the current owner's father and have remained in the family since 1949." mil Figure 2. 1960's aerial ofsite. Recent/Previous Action In 2004, a COA (HDC2004-004) was issued to Jim Barre to install new hip roofs made of copper standing seam on the main entrances facing Sherman and 7th Street. No other actions were found. B. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The application request to replace all front doors facing Sherman and 7t" Street. C. EXISTING CONDITIONS: Existing doors are interior rated doors composed of particle board. Doors are deteriorating due to their lack of durability and exposure to exterior elements. Each entrance leads to four interior units through a central staircase: two downstairs and two upstairs. See site photos (Attachment A) and site plan (Figure 14). 3 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 D. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: The time of distribution, there were no comments regarding this application. All owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and all neighborhood associations registered with the City of Little Rock that surround the site were notified of the public hearing. E. ANALYSIS: The proposed replacement door for each entrance is a fiberglass exterior rated door, smooth finish, with five small rectangular lites offset to the left. The glass appears to be textured in a scrolled profile frame. The product is manufactured by Therma-Tru Doors and is from their "Pulse" series of Mid -Century inspired doors. The applicant intends to paint the doors to match the final trim color, Sherwin Williams Urbane Bronze. Each entrance is flanked by wood sidelite panels original to the structure. The applicant plans to repair sidelites without alterations. Sidelites will be painted the same color as the trim. The replacement of entry doors is a project within a larger rehabilitation scope of work for the property. The full rehabilitation of the interior and exterior of the property is utilizing state Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits and has a received an approved Part 2 (Attachment B) and verification from Tom Marr, Federal Programs and Tax Credits Manager at the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, that the doors are appropriate for the tax credit program (Attachment C). Section III. B. 1. "Doors: Screen; Storm and Security Doors" of the MacArthur Park Design Guidelines state: "Original doors and/or their entranceway surrounds, sidelights, transoms, and detailing should not be removed or changed. Replacement of missing original doors should be like or very similar to the original in style, materials, glazing (glass area), and lights (glass pane configuration.)" Section III. "Design Guidelines for Rehabilitation" of the MacArthur Park Design Guidelines state: "Replacement of missing features should have historic documentation; if not available, interpretations of similar elements in the area may be considered." (pg. 9) 4 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.- TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.- HDC2023-004 The earliest pictorial evidence of the front doors are photographs from the Quapaw Quarter Association ("QQA") 1977 Architectural -Historic Inventory Cards (Figure 3 & Figure 4). Figure 3. Front facade of 623 Sherman, 1977, QQA. 1 Figure 5. Front facade of 623 Sherman, 1988, QQA. Figure 4. Front and south side facades of 615 Sherman, 1977, QQA. Figure 6. Front facade of 615 Sherman, 2007, AHPP survey form. The doors shown in these 1977 early photographs appear to be wood doors with three center panels and no glass. Photographs from the 1988 QQA survey show that at some point these doors were replaced with plain doors with no decorative features. Photographs from the 2007 AHPP survey forms show the same, or 5 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.- TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.- HDC2023-004 similar, plain doors. In 2004, hipped metal roofs were installed on the front porches. Apart from the doors and the porch roofs, very few alterations have occurred. Considering the evidence shown in the 1977 photos, staff finds that the request for front door replacements is partially consistent with the Design Guidelines and Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The existing doors are interior rated and not original to the site and require replacement due to their lack of durability to exterior elements. The proposed replacement doors are not characteristic of the original doors in style, material, glazing, and lights. Figure 8. Proposed door held in front of entry opening, photos submitted by applicant. The proposed doors attempt compatibility with the VjWarchitectural style of the apartment buildings through the wider mid-century style. However, the jm 11 site's architectural features display symmetry, Figure 7. Proposed doors, Therma-Tru Echo stylefiberglass, often found in revival styles of the era. Symmetry is photo submitted by applicant. evident in the steel window configuration and locations, central bay porches, entry sidelights, brick courses bordering the window above the porches, and hip roofs. The proposed doors would be the only asymmetrical feature on the building facades. A more compatible replacement option would be a door more similar in design to the one pictured in the 1977 photographs, or a replacement option that supports the architectural symmetry and revival style of the site. Figure 9 and Figure 10 are examples of doors from 6 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Figure 9. Therma-Tru Classic Craft Visionary Collection, 3 panel shaker. Figure 10. Therma-Tru Classic Craft Artissa Collection, lite 2 panel. Therma-Tru that either resemble the original doors or would be more compatible with the architectural style of the building. Staff finds that the proposed replacement doors are partially consistent with the guidelines and are a positive replacement in comparison to the existing interior rated doors. In light of the pictorial evidence provided in the 1977 photographs, staff would be more supportive of a replacement design that is more compatible with the architectural style of the site and similar elements of surrounding properties (see site photos in Attachment A). F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed replacement doors, with the following conditions: 1. Obtain a building permit. 2. Project to be completed within 365 days of obtaining permit. 3. Replacement doors will fit the original opening. 4. Installation of replacement doors will avoid damage to surrounding architectural features and elements. 7 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 G. COMMISSION ACTION March 2, 2023 Staff made a presentation to the Commission. Sherri Latimer, Deputy City Attorney, shared with applicants that, pursuant to the By -Laws, when there are five or fewer Commissioners in attendance, the approval of an application will require four affirmative votes, and the applicant has the right to defer the item to the next meeting. Chair Jones asked the applicant if he would like to defer the item and public hearing to the next regular meeting. Mr. Daniel Jimenez said he would like the application to be heard at this meeting and not deferred. Chair Jones invited the applicant to make a presentation. Mr. Jimenez, authorized agent, spoke to the Commission. He shared with the Commission that when the applicants bought the property the condition of the interior had been fairly neglected and the renovation and improvements to the twenty apartment units is primarily focused on the interior. He said for this reason, a lot of the funding for the project is being dedicated to the interior. The applicants had found that the previous owner left five new exterior doors in the storage unit of the apartments. Mr. Jimenez said the found replacement doors would save them $4,000- $5,000 on the total project cost versus buying all new replacement doors. He said for this reason, the owners would likely want to use these doors if possible rather than buy new ones. He said he would like to try and see if the owners would be agreeable to using one of the staff recommended doors instead. Mr. Jimenez said they should have no problems meeting the other expectations in the staff recommendation. Mr. Jimenez shared that all other exterior work was focused on in -kind repairs to the brick masonry and aluminum windows. He confirmed they are using the state tax credit program for this project. Chair Jones said she did not think the proposed exterior doors submitted by the applicant were the most compatible doors for the specific architecture of the site, but she understood the desire to utilize the doors to make the rehabilitation more financially feasible. She said they were not too far from the wider architectural style of the site. She said she was okay with the proposed doors and appreciated that Mr. Jimenez would check with the owners to see if they would be agreeable to staff's recommendation of more compatible doors. 8 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Mr. Jimenez said he understood staff's recommendation and agreed with it, but also thought that the applicant's proposed doors would still be a significant improvement to the site. Commissioner Aleman said she is familiar with the property and the amount of work it likely requires, and that she appreciates the explanation of why the applicant wants to utilize the asymmetrical doors. She said the context helps her balance some of the comments in the staff report. Commissioner Hinson agreed and said it makes sense for the applicant to utilize the inherited doors in this case. Chair Jones added that it is helpful to know that the state tax credit program has approved the doors and believes they are compatible enough. Jones made a motion to approve the application as recommended by staff. Commissioner Aleman seconded. Ratzlaff asked for clarification on whether the motion included approval of both door options. Commissioner Fennell said he wanted to amend the motion to add that the authorized agent be able to talk with the owners and that the owners (1) provide a written denial of the staff recommended doors and (2) state that they want to use the door they currently have. Mr. Fennell said he recommends the three paneled shaker door which he believes is the most compatible. Jones asked if staff had talked to Tom Marr, the state tax credit coordinator, and if he would approve the other doors if they were chosen. Ratzlaff said she had confirmed with Mr. Marr and any of the three submitted and recommended options would be approved. Commissioner Aleman seconded the amendment to the motion. Ratzlaff restated the motion was to approve staff recommendation with the additional approval of the three -panel shaker door as an option, with the condition that the owner confirm with staff the denial of the three -panel shaker door if they chose to use the proposed asymmetrical door instead. The motion passed with a vote of 4 ayes, 0 noes, and 3 absent (Nunn, Haugen, and Green). 9 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone (501) 371-4790 Fax (501) 371-4546 www.littlerock.gov APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Address of Property: 615,619. & 623 Sherntan St. 1608 & 612 E 7th SL , Little Rock, AR 12202 Legal Description of Property: STEVENSON LT 4-5 & 6 2 STREET ADDRESS: C23 Sherman St., Ltttlo Rock, AR Jame Hoffman Owner/Agent (Printed Name): Owner /Agent Street, City, State, & Zip: 315 Crystal Ct Owner /Agent Phone Number: 501.804-7116 Owner /Agent Em itl tins et hotlmante++mrealenlete com Name of AppMcaM as it will appear on all correspondence and in Staff report: DGitn tG_J J r.t11 a-t— Brief Project Description: Repiacing b Front Doom Estimated Cost cf Improvements- $5,000 Zoning Classtficatton: Is the proposed Chan a permitted use? r1 Yes $ No Signature of Owner or Agent NOTE. Should there be changes during construction (design, materials, site, etc.) from the approved COA, applicant shad not0v Commission staff and take appropriate actions. Approval by the Com ni,.uon does not excuse applicant or property from compliance with other applicable codes, ordinances or polices of the city urless stated by the Commisston or stall, Responsibility for identifying such codes, ordinances, or poitcnes rests with the applicant, owner, or agent. DO NOT FILL IN - FOR STAFF USE ONLY Appi cation Date: HDC File 0 _ HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION DOCKETED at 4:00 p r LITTLE ROCK HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AC71ON: _ DENIED _ WITHDRAWN _ APPROVED _ APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS _ SEE ATTACHED CONDITIONS DOCUMENTING OFFICIAL SIGNATURE: DATE: Figure I]. Application 10 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone (501) 371-4790 Fax (501) 371-4546 www.littlerock.gov NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE LITTLE ROCK HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION ON AN APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS t} 2 0 z 3 -oo`t To all owners of laic tying within )00 feet of the boundary of property at LEGAL DESCRIPTION: STEVENSON LT 4-5 A 6 2 STREET ADDRESS: 6' S 619, A 623 Sherman It / W8 A 612 E 7th St , Little Rock AR 72202 OWNFD BY: Hat Pfoperlka LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness on the above described property has been filed with the Department of planning and Development requesting the follow rig changes: Reptat.tly S Frort DO )13 A Public Hearing on said application vAN be held by the Historic District Commission at Willie ltlnton Ne gttborfwod Resource Center _ (date) (location) on --- K 7 10t3 at 4:00 p.m j► 1590T W. lY^' ITT ALL PARTIES IN INTEREST MAY APPEAR and be heard at said time and place or may notify the Little Rock Historic District Commission of their vhsws on this matter by letter. 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AFFIDAVIT I hereby certify that I have notified all the property owners as reflected on the abstract company list and all those that are not -effected on that list that I have knowledge of within 150 feet of the above described property, that subject property is being considered for a Cerbf cate of Aooropriateness and that a Putlic Hearing will be field before the little Rock Historic D'stnct Commission at the tome and place described Appl,cart (Owner or Authonled Agent): Dale Figure 4. Public Notice & Afffdavitl2 11 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Dear Historic District Cemmiss on, am writing with respect to our application for a certificate of appropriateness for the installation of new front doors at the following addresses: 615 Sherman St, 619 Sherman St, 623 Sherman St, 608 E 7th St, and 612 E 7th St. The doors are currently grouped into three bui-dings, two located along Sherman Street and one iocated along East 71h. The current doors installed at these properties are not appropriate for a mid-century property and are made of particle board, which is not suitable for exterior use. These doors most likely were installed in the past ten to fifteen years and are interior rated doors not meant to be exposed to exterior weather conditions. The current doors are damaged in multiple places and have begun to rot and fall apart. The new doors that have been selected have been approved by the National Park Service for then appropriateness for a Mid -Century Property under the Historic Tax Credit prog•am. These new doors will not only improve the overa I aesthetic of the properties but also ensure they are in compliance with the standards set by the National Park Service Guidelines for Historic Rehab A copy of the approved Part 2 application referencing the replacement of the front doors has been included in the app'ication for your review. The cut sheet for the new doors is also included along with pictures of the existing doors and the replacement doors. 'he new doors will be painted to match the existing paint at the property once installed We would greatly appreciate your consideration of this request and look forward to your review and approval of the proposed changes. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, /,-eman (Owner Hat Properties, LLC) Figure 13. Applicant Cover Letter. 12 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.- TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.- HDC2023-004 r: _ F ?tn + 5 n 4 IlF CflR.& uw 111 ' yin IS I 5 Exterior Doors Sherman St. Figure 14. interior remodel floor plan showing door locations, applicant submitted. 13 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Figure 15. Proposed door interior side. Figure 16. Proposed door exterior side. Figure 17. Existing door deterioration. 14 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Figure 1 Fr a u e onto 608-6 g f Figure 3. 623 Sherman Attachment A Site Photos Figure 2. Existing front doors. -- --- 15 Figure 5. 615-619 Sherman. March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Figure 7. 616 E 7th Street entrance. Figure 8. 518 E 7th Street, Sherman facing entrance. Figure 6. 715 Sherman Street, Kramer School, entrance. 16 March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Attachment B Arkansas Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit — Part 2 17 DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS HERITAGE OCT 19 2022 ARKANSAS HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM HISTORIC PRESERVATION CERTIFICATION APPLICATION PART 1 - EVALUATION OF SIGNIFICANCE AHPP UFO _LY-- AHPP USE ONLY SRTC No: Project No: Instructions: Read the instructions carefully before completing application. No certifications will be made unless a completed application form has been received. Type or print clearly in black ink. If additional space is needed, use continuation sheets or attach blank sheets. 1. Name of Property: Penzel Place ! Elmscourt Apartments Address of Property: Street 615 619, 612 Sherman St City Little Rock County Pulaski State Arkansas Zip72202 Name of historic district: MacArthur Park Historic District ® National Register district ❑ certified state or local district ❑ potential district 2. Check nature of request: ® certification that the building contributes to the significance of the above -named historic district (or National Register property) for the purpose of rehabilitation. ❑ certification that the building does not contribute to the significance of the above -named historic district. ❑ preliminary determination for individual listing in the National Register. ❑ preliminary determination that a building located within a potential historic district contributes to the significance of the district. ❑ preliminary determination that a building outside the period or area of significance contributes to the significance of the district. 3. Project contact: Name David A Robinson — Block2 Real Estate & Consulting Street 1906 S Spring Street City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72206 Daytime Telephone Number 501-960-1400 4. Owner: I hereby attest that the information I have provided is, to the best of my knowledge, correct, and that I own the property described above. Name BrianTeeter— Managing Member Signaturey ` Date l (.) " P ZZ Organization Street 315 Crystal Court " City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72205 Daytime Telephone Number 601-951-7100 AHPP OFFICE USE ONLY The Arkansas Historic Preservation Office has reviewed the "Historic Preservation Certification Application — Part 1" for the above -named property and hereby determines that the property: contributes to the significance of the above -named district (or National Register property) and is a "certified historic structure" for the purpose of rehabilitation. ❑ does not contribute to the significance of the above -named district. Preliminary determinations: ❑ appears to meet the National Register Criteria for Evaluation and will likely be listed in the National Register of Historic Places if nominated by the State Historic Preservation Officer according to the procedures set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. ❑ does not appear to meet the National Register Criteria for Evaluation and will likely not be listed in the National Register. ❑ appears to contribute to the significance of a potential historic district, which will likely be listed in the National Register of Historic Places if nominated by the State Historic Preservation Officer. ❑ appears to contribute to the significance of a registered historic district but is outside the period or area of significance as documented in the National Register nomination or district documentation on file with the NPS. ❑ does not appear to qualify as a certified historic str0 ture. 0 L& ZOZZ7] L 1 Date A P Authorized'!Siature AHPP O phone No. ❑ See Attachments DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS HERITAGE jr' 19 2022 ARKANSAS HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM HISTORIC PRESERVATION CERTIFICATION APPLICATION - PART 2 - DESCRIPTION OF REHABILITATION AHPP Office Use Onl AHPP Office Use Only AHPP No: Project No: Instructions: Read the instructions carefully before completing the applications. No certifications will be made unless a completed application form has been received. Type or print clearly in black ink. If additional space is needed, use continuation sheets or attach blank sheets. A copy of this form may be provided to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. The decision by the AHPP with respect to certification is made on the basis of the descriptions in this application form. In the event of any discrepancy between the application form and other, supplementary material submitted with it (such as architectural plans, drawinas. and specifications), the application form shall take precedence. 1. Name of Property: Penzel Place / Elmscourt Apartments Address of Property: Street 615 619 623 Sherman St City Little Rock County Pulaski State Arkansas Zip 72202 ❑ Listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places; give date of listing: ® Located in a Registered Historic District; specify: MacArther Park Historic District Has a Part 1 Application (Evaluation of Significance) been submitted for this project? ® yes ❑ no If yes, date Part 1 submitted: toZOZ2 Date of certification: V Z'720 Z2 AHPP Project Number: 2. Data on building and rehabilitation project: Date building constructed: 1956 Total number of housing units before rehabilitation: Type of construction: Masonry & wood frame Number that are low -moderate income: 0 Use(s) before rehabilitation: Multi -Family Total number of housing units after rehabiltation: Proposed use(s) after rehabilitation: Mulit-Family Number that are low -moderate income: 0© Estimated cost of rehabilitation: 300,000 Floor area before rehabilitation: /n/ 5Sr3 This application covers phase number 1 of 1 phases Floor area after rehabilitation: f , Project/phase start date (est.): 11/1/2022 Completion date (est.): 11/1/2025 3. Project contact: Name David A F Street 1906 S Spring St City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72206 Daytime Telephone Number 501-960-1400 4. Owner: I hereby attest that the information I have provided is, to the best of my Name Brain Teeter - Managing Member Signature Organization Social Security or Taxpayer Identification Number correct, and that I own the property described above. Date ly i/- Z Z - 2-66 06 781 Street 315 Crystal Court City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72205 Daytime Telephone Number 501-951-7100 AHPP Office Use Only The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program has reviewed the "Historic Certification Application - Part 2" for the above -named property and has determined: ❑ that the rehabilitation described herein is consistent with the historic character of the property or the district in which it is located and that the project meets the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation." This letter is a preliminary determination only, since a format certification of rehabilitation can be issued only to the owner of a "certified historic structure" after rehabilitation work is completed, that the rehabilitation or proposed rehabilitation will meet the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation" if the attached conditions are met. ❑ that the rehabilitation described herein is not consistent with the historic character of the property or the district in which it is located and that the project does not meet the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation." A copy of thi rm may be provided to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. Date AHPP Authorized Signature AHPP Office/Telephone No. CONDITIONS SHEET Historic Preservation Certification Application Property Name: Penzel Apartments Property Address: 615, 619, 623 Sherman Street, Little Rock. 72202 The rehabilitation of this property as described in the Part 2 of the Historic Preservation Certification Application will meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation provided that the following condition(s) is/are met: Item #2 Exterior Brick Repairs: The cleaning of exterior masonry walls should be done using the gentlest means possible. Please see the attached link for additional information on best practices for cleaning historic masonry walls. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1 739/upload/book-keeping-it-clean.pdf Item #5 Front Doors to Buildings 615-623: The description of work calls for the two front doors to be replaced with new solid core wooden doors to be painted. The very last color photo included which we are guessing would have been photo #186 shows a five -light door in frame as an example of new front doors for building 615-623. Please confirm which door described above will be used. Item #6 Unit 608-612 A-D Painting: The scope of work mentions that all popcorn ceilings will be removed. Please describe in more detail how this work item will be carried out. Item #8 Units 615,619,623 A-D Flooring: All of the existing carpet and vinyl flooring may be removed. The proposed new vinyl plank flooring must not have a wood grain pattern to it. Apartment 619 A has recently replaced flooring which may remain. Apartments 615 C & D, 619 C & D, and 623 C, appear to have hardwood flooring throughout the units except for the kitchen and bathroom. The existing hardwood flooring must remain uncovered in these apartments. The wood flooring may be refinished if needed. Item #9 Kitchens: The proposed new vinyl plank flooring to be installed in all kitchens must not have a wood grain pattern. Drawing A2.3 indicates that under General Demolition Notes: #10 & #11 that all existing drywall, plaster, and paneling is to be removed. Existing millwork is to be removed in its entirety. While it is fine to remove the existing non -historic paneling, existing drywall, plaster and wood trim around windows, doorways and baseboards must remain. Select areas may be removed to access plumbing lines located behind the walls. The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program has determined that this project will meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation if the condition(s) listed in the box above are met. \ , Date AHPP Signature Telephone Number DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS HERITAGE OCT 19 2022 ARKANSAS HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM HISTORIC PRESERVATION CERTIFICATION APPLICATION PART 1 — EVALUATION OF SIGNIFICANCE AHPP USE -ONLY AHPP USE ONLY SRTC No: Project No: Instructions: Read the instructions carefully before completing application. No certifications will be made unless a completed application form has been received. Type or print clearly in black ink. If additional space is needed, use continuation sheets or attach blank sheets. Name of Property: Penzel Place / Elmscourt Apartments Address of Property: Street 608 — 612 East 7t" Street City Little Rock County Pulaski State Arkansas Zip72202 Name of historic district MacArthur Park Historic District ® National Register district ❑ certified state or local district ❑ potential district 2. Check nature of request: ® certification that the building contributes to the significance of the above -named historic district (or National Register property) for the purpose of rehabilitation. ❑ certification that the building does not contribute to the significance of the above -named historic district. ❑ preliminary determination for individual listing in the National Register. ❑ preliminary determination that a building located within a potential historic district contributes to the significance of the district. ❑ preliminary determination that a building outside the period or area of significance contributes to the significance of the district. 3. Project contact: Name David A Robinson — Block2 Real Estate & Consulting Street 1906 S Spring Street City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72206 Daytime Telephone Number 501-960-1400 4. Owner: I hereby attest that the information I have provided is, to the best of my knowledge, correct, and that I own the property described above. Name Brian Teeter — ManaoingMember Organization Signature 4A Date 14) Street 315 Crystal Court City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72205 Daytime Telephone Number 501-951-7100 AHPP OFFICE USE ONLY The Arkansas Historic Preservation Office has reviewed the "Historic Preservation Certification Application — Part 1" for the above -named property and hereby determines that the property: contributes to the significance of the above -named district (or National Register property) and is a "certified historic structure" for the purpose of rehabilitation. ❑ does not contribute to the significance of the above -named district. Preliminary determinations: ❑ appears to meet the National Register Criteria for Evaluation and will likely be listed in the National Register of Historic Places if nominated by the State Historic Preservation Officer according to the procedures set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. ❑ does not appear to meet the National Register Criteria for Evaluation and will likely not be listed in the National Register. ❑ appears to contribute to the significance of a potential historic district, which will likely be listed in the National Register of Historic Places if nominated by the State Historic Preservation Officer. ❑ appears to contribute to the significance of a registered historic district but is outside the period or area of significance as documented in the National Register nomination or district documentation on fAe with the NPS. ❑ does not appear to qualify as a certified historio4iructure. y = ZUZL6 — e 0) Date Hp_ " horized Signature AHPP dtficelTelephone No. ❑ See Attachments OCT 19 2022 DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS HERITAGE ARKANSAS HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM HISTORIC PRESERVATION CERTIFICATION APPLICATION - PART 2 - DESCRIPTION OF REHABILITATION AHPP Office Use Only AHPP Office Use Only AHPP No: Project No: Instructions: Read the instructions carefully before completing the applications. No certifications will be made unless a completed application form has been received Type or print clearly in black ink. If additional space is needed, use continuation sheets or attach blank sheets. A copy of this form may be provided to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. The decision by the AHPP with respect to certification is made on the basis of the descriptions in this application form. In the event of any discrepancy between the application form and other, supplementary material submitted with it (such as architectural plans, drawings, and specifications), the application form shall take precedence. 1. Name of Property: Penzel Place / Elmscourt Apartments Address of Property: Street 608-612 E 71h Street City Little Rock County Pulaski State Arkansas Zip 72202 ❑ Listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places; give date of listing: ® Located in a Registered Historic District; specify: MacArther Park Historic District Has a Part 1 Application (Evaluation of Significance) been submitted for this project? A10 yes ❑ no If yes, date Part 1 submitted: 2 Date of certification: WZZ AHPP Project Number: 2. Data on building and rehabilitation project: Date building constructed: 1956 Total number of housing units before rehabilitation: 8 Type of construction: Masonry & wood frame Number that are low -moderate income: 0 Use(s) before rehabilitation: Multi -Family Total number of housing units after rehabiltation: 8 Proposed use(s) after rehabilitation: Mulit-Family Number that are low -moderate income: 0 Estimated cost of rehabilitation: 200,000 Floor area before rehabilitation: v (P This application covers phase number 1 of 1 phases Floor area after rehabilitation: 5:o4G Project/phase start date (est.): 11/1/2022 Completion date (est.): 11/1/2025 3. Project contact: Name David A Robinson Street 1906 S Spring St City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72206 Daytime Telephone Number 501-960-1400 4. Owner: I hereby attest that the information I have provided is, to the best of my Name Brain Teeter- Managing Member Organization Social Security or Taxpayer Identification Number Date / 6 - / CD ` -Z -Z- Street 315 Crystal Court City Little Rock State Arkansas Zip 72205 Daytime Telephone Number 501-951-7100 AHPP Office Use Only The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program has reviewed the "Historic Certification Application - Part 2" for the above -named property and has determined: ❑ that the rehabilitation described herein is consistent with the historic character of the property or the district in which it is located and that the project meets the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation." This letter is a preliminary determination only, since a format certification of rehabilitation can be issued only to the owner of a "certified historic structure" after rehabilitation work is completed. that the rehabilitation or proposed rehabilitation will meet the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation" if the attached conditions are met. ❑ that the rehabilitation described herein is not consistent with the historic character of the property or the district in which it is located and that the project does not meet the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for Rehabilitation." A copy of this form may be provided to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. Date AHPP Authorized Signature AHPP Office/Telephone No. CONDITIONS SHEET Historic Preservation Certification Application Property Name: Penzel Apartments Property Address: 608 & 612 E. 7t' Street, Little Rock. 72202 The rehabilitation of this property as described in the Part 2 of the Historic Preservation Certification Application will meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation provided that the following condition(s) is/are met: Item #2 Exterior Brick Repairs: The cleaning of exterior masonry walls should be done using the gentlest means possible. Please see the attached link for additional information on best practices for cleaning historic masonry walls. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1 739/upload/book-keeping-it-cleanpdf Item #5 Front Doors to Buildings 608-612: The description of work calls for the two front doors to be replaced with new solid core wooden doors to be painted. The very last color photo included which we are guessing would have been photo #155 shows a five - light door in frame as an example of new front doors for building 608-612. Please confirm which door described above will be used. Item #6 Unit 608-612 A-D Painting: The scope of work mentions that all popcorn ceilings will be removed. Please describe in more detail how this work item will be carried out. Item #8 Units 608-612 A-D Flooring: All of the existing carpet and vinyl flooring may be removed. The proposed new vinyl plank flooring must not have a wood grain pattern to it. Apartment 608 D appears to have hardwood flooring throughout the unit except for the kitchen and Bathroom. The existing hardwood flooring must remain uncovered in this apartment. The wood flooring may be refinished if needed. Item #9 Kitchens: The proposed new vinyl plank flooring to be installed in all kitchens must not have a wood grain pattern. Drawing A2.3 indicates that under General Demolition Notes: #10 & #11 that all existing drywall, plaster, and paneling is to be removed. Existing millwork is to be removed in its entirety. While it is fine to remove the existing non -historic paneling, existing drywall, plaster and wood trim around windows, doorways and baseboards must remain. Select areas may be removed to access plumbing lines located behind the walls. The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program has determined that this project will meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation if the condition(s) listed in the box above are met. Date AHPP Signature Telephone Number March 2, 2023 ITEM NO.: TWO (Cont.) FILE NO.: HDC2023-004 Attachment C AHPP Tax Credit Program Manager Approval 16 Ratzlaff, Hannah K. From: Daniel Jimenez <shdllc@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, January 30, 2023 12:16 PM To: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. Subject: Elmscourt Door Approval from Tom Marr 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 I'm going start sending you stuff for our application. This is Tom's approval for doors we'd like to use at Elmscourt Regards, Danny Jimenez Begin forwarded message: From: David Robinson <david@block2.com> Date: January 30, 2023 at 12:13:40 PM CST To: Danny Jimenez <danjty@gmail.com>, Daniel Jimenez <shdllc@gmail.com> Subject: FW: Pictures See below for approval on the doors. From: Tom Marr <Tom.Marr@arkansas.gov> Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:28 PM To: David Robinson <david@block2.com> Subject: RE: Pictures Hi David: These doors would be fine to use. Please paint them the same color as the side glass windows when you decide on a color. Thanks, TOM MARR Federal Programs and Tax Credits Manager Arkansas Historic Preservation Program 1100 North Street Little Rock, AR 72201 tom.marr(cDarkansas.gov p: 501.324.9347 1 f: 501.324.9154 ArkansasPreservation.com 1 2 y TMf.n Fyo- From: David Robinson <david@block2.com> Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:55 AM To: Tom Marr <Tom.Marr@arkansas.gov> Subject: FW: Pictures Tom, See below I don't think the other pictures sent in the right format. This is for Elms Court. The side glass windows are staying and this will all get painted. From: David Robinson <david@block2.com> Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:53 AM To: David Robinson <david@block2.com> Subject: Pictures Sent from my iPhone