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Present:
David C. Berry
Margaret Kiehl
Ric Ortega
Jean Stuart
Cookie Gilreath
Don McCarty
Lou Hilton
Brenda Moses
Chair
Vice-Chair
Board Member
Board Member (arrived 1 :36 p.m.)
Board Member
Senior Planner, Central Permitting
Senior Planner, Central Permitting
Board Reporter
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
October 15, 1996
The meeting was called to order at 1: 15 p. m. at the Municipal Services
Building, 100 South Myrtle Avenue, Room 216, Clearwater, Florida. In order to
provide continuity for research, the items will be listed in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
I. Approval of September 24. 1 996 Minutes
Member Kiehl moved to approve the minutes of September 24, 1 996 as
submitted in writing to each member. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
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Discussion of the Annual Report to the City Commission on October 3. 1996
Members reviewed the Annual Report which was submitted to the City
Commission at the October 3, 1996 Commission meeting.
III. Discussion of Historic Preservation Matters with Lou Hilton
In answer to a question regarding historic demolition, Lou Hilton, Central
Permitting Senior Planner, said there is an ordinance referencing an enabling
statement. The enabling clause in the ordinance is designed to provide for the delay
of a historic structure's demolition. Alternatives to demolition include finding a
buyer willing to preserve the historic significance of the building, or convincing a
seller not to tear down the historic structure. The ordinance cannot be applied to
anything at this time because a definitive historic overlay district has not been
adopted by the City Commission. The City is working with consultants to develop
design guidelines for the variety of homes in Harbor Oaks. New treatments would
comply with specific guidelines. There are a number of properties in Harbor Oaks
which are designated as historic, but some are not. It was noted the majority of
homeowners in Harbor Oaks are in favor of the historic designation, but some feel
their property rights would be violated should the designation be imposed.
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Discussion ensued regarding what has been perceived as intrusion into the
neighborhood from the Morton Plant hospital development on the south. Some
concerns were vibration and noise, especially ambulance activities. The hospital
now has a master plan and will be restricting development. The hospital has
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IV. State Historical Grant Application Update
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established a floor area ratio allowing them to build up to 6% in height within 140
t~ feet of the rear lateral lines of Jeffords Street. Up to 6 stories could be added to
existing buildings. The central utility plant has been built with a 25 to 30 foot
setback. Landscaping will serve as buffers to alleviate potential noise problems.
Plans are being developed to move the main entrance to Pinellas Street. A low-rise
parking garage at the corner of Jeffords Street and Ft. Harrison is being discussed.
No further intrusion into the residential neighborhood is planned.
Criteria regarding interior modifications or additions to historic properties was
discussed. There are approximately 64 historic sites in the City. A question arose
whether cemeteries and churches could be placed on the National Historic Register.
Mr. Hilton said because of laws regarding separation of church and state,
cemeteries and churches may not be eligible for placement on the National Historic
Register, but may be eligible for placement on the local historic register.
The meeting for hearing the state historical grant application is scheduled for
November 19, 1996. Mr. Hilton reviewed the contents of the application, including
the schedule for development. It was noted City costs would include in-kind
services.
V. Confirmation of Proposed 1997 Meeting Dates
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Don McCarty, Central Permitting Senior Planner, submitted the Historic
Preservation Board meeting schedule for 1 997. Member Kiehl moved to accept the
meeting schedule as submitted. The motion was duty seconded and carried
unanimously. Meetings will be held on the third Tuesday of each month at 1 :00
p.m. at the Plumb House on South Greenwood Avenue unless otherwise advised.
VI. Discussion of Sunshine Law ReQuirements
Mr. McCarty discussed the importance of the Sunshine Law in relation to the
HPB (Historic Preservation Board). It was noted members are permitted to join other
boards, including the Historical Society, and can attend various other related
functions. However, should more than one member be present at those functions,
members cannot discuss with one another, any matters relating to, or discussed at,
meetings of the HPB.
Mr. McCarty offered to give any interested members a tour of the new
Municipal Services Building.
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The next meeting is s~heduled for November 19,.1996 at 1 :00 p.m. at the
Plumb House on South Greenwood Avenue.
The meeting adjourned at 2:20 p.m.
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