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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHistoric-Cultural Preservation Resolution 2012-02 02/28/2012 RESOLUTION NO. 2012-02 CITY OF PETALUMA HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE APPROVING A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FOR THE DAVID YEARSLEY RIVER HERITAGE CENTER FACADE REPAIR AND RESTORATION PROJECT LOCATED IN STEAMER LANDING PARK ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 007-700-002 File No. 12-SPC-0021 WHEREAS, Joe Tambe on behalf of Friends of the Petaluma River, has submitted a request for Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee approval to repair and restore the front facade of the David Yearsley River Heritage Center (Historic Livery Stable), on real property located in Steamer Landing Park, Assessor's Parcel No. 007-700-002; and, WHEREAS, the Historic Livery Stable was built in 1906 at 102 D Street; and, WHEREAS, a Primary Record form and evaluation completed by Carey & Company in 2003 found the Livery Stable to be eligible for listing at the national, state, and local level for the building's association with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of Petaluma's history and historic significance under the theme of transportation in the area of the Petaluma River; and, WHEREAS, the Livery Stable was moved to its current location in Steamer Landing Park on the McNear Peninsula in 2004 as part of mitigation for the Theatre Square project and under the supervision of Carey & Company per requirements of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program adopted for the Theater Square Project; and, WHEREAS, modifications to the original design of the Livery Stable's main facade have occurred over time as evidenced by historic photographs, including loss of the cornice and modifications to window and door openings; and, WHEREAS, the existing condition of the south facade is in poor condition both in terms of exterior materials and interior framing; and, WHEREAS, the facade repair and restoration has been designed based on historic photographs to reintroduce materials, architectural detailing, and door and window openings consistent with the character of the original design of the Historic Livery Stable; and, WHEREAS, the proposed project is being overseen by the Friends of the Petaluma River and is consistent with Resolution 2009-065 N.C.S., approved by the City Council on May 4, 2009; and, WHEREAS, the project was reviewed pursuant to Section 7 of the Central Petaluma Specific Plan as applicable to the review of alterations to historic structures and issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness; and, HCPC Resolution No.2012-02 Page 1 WHEREAS, the project was reviewed pursuant to CEQA guidelines and determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15331 (Historic Resources Rehabilitation); and, WHEREAS, Site Plan and Architectural Review of the Project was conducted by the Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee at a duly noticed public hearing on February 28, 2012 in accordance with the City of Petaluma Implementing Zoning Ordinance, Section 24.010. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee hereby approves the Site Plan and Architectural Review for the project and authorizes repair and restoration of the front facade as shown on the plans date stamped January 11, 2012, based on the findings made below and subject to conditions of approval attached as Exhibit A hereto and incorporated herein by reference: 1. The project, as conditioned, conforms to the intent, goals, and policies of the Petaluma General Plan, including the following General Plan policies: 1-P-43 Development shall incorporate the river as a major design focal point, orienting buildings and activities toward the River and providing water access, to the extent deemed feasible. 2-P-3 Maintain landmarks and aspects of Petaluma's heritage that foster its unique identity. 2-P-11 Encourage and support the rehabilitation and development of buildings and structures reflective of the history of Petaluma's rich agricultural and river-oriented industrial past and present, such as the Livery Stable (Steamer Landing Park) as an educational and/or cultural center. 3-P-1 Protect historic and archaeological resources for the aesthetic, cultural, educational, environmental, economic, and scientific contribution they make ito maintaining and enhancing Petaluma's character, identity and quality of life. 6-P-1-I Where feasible, acquire and/or restore, maintain and use for the community's benefit local historic assets such as Steamer Landing Livery Stable. 2. The David Yearsley River Heritage Center Repair and Restoration is consistent with General Plan policy in that it protects, restores, and enhances the historic Livery Stable as an important aspect of Petaluma's heritage. Although limited in its scope, the restoration project will address the most imminent preservation needs of the local landmark and further the intention to preserve and incorporate the Livery Stable into a river heritage center as part of a master planned Steamer Landing Park. 3. The proposed project is consistent with the Central Petaluma Specific Plan in that it involves the repair and restoration of the historic Livery Stable which has been determined a significant historic resource at the national, state, and local levels. The scope of work will protect and enhance the historic building, preserving part of the industrial complex of structures specifically identified in the CPSP. Additionally the Livery Stable in its existing location on the McNear Peninsula serves as a visual landmark that will be maintained to further enhance Central Petaluma's unique identity. 4. The proposed project is consistent with the SmartCode in that the proposed work maintains the size, form, and massing of the historic Livery Stable. The repair and restoration of the south facade reintroduces architectural details such as the cornice HCPC Resolution No.2012-02 Page 2 and the outrigger that have been lost but clearly documented in historic photographs. The updated framing allows original door and window openings to be restored and overall symmetry on the primary façade to be achieved consistent with historic photographs. Custom milled siding to match the historic rustic v-groove wood siding and salvage windows will further add to the quality and accuracy of the project. The proposed work will not negatively impact significant architectural features and will introduce detailing where is has been lost. 5. The proposed project is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards in that existing use of the Livery Stable does not necessitate modifications to the exterior of the building, the project reverses incompatible modifications that were previously made to the property, and reintroduces materials, detailing, and rhythm in keeping with the historic photographs of the building. 6. The proposed project, as conditioned, will not constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the public welfare of the community in that it will be operated in conformance with the standards specified in the Uniform Building Code, the Petaluma Zoning Ordinance, the Central Petaluma Specific Plan, and the City of Petaluma General Plan 2025. 7. The proposed project, as conditioned, conforms to the requirements of Site Plan and Architecture Review Standards for Review of Applications, IZO Section 24.010.G as: The proposed project will use reclaimed lumber custom milled to match the historic rustic v-groove siding. Salvage windows will match historic proportions and divides. The cornice has been designed to match historic photographs and maintain proportion of the overall design. The architect has taken cues from historic photographs of the building to restore the Livery Stable. The proposed project will repair and restore the primary façade of the Livery Stable, consistent with its original architectural style and reintroduce elements that have been lost over time. The bulk and height of the existing building will be maintained. No modifications are proposed. The facade will be painted a barn red, consistent with its historic appearance. ADOPTED this 28th day of February, 2012, by the following vote: Committee Member Aye No Absent Abstain Abercrombie X Elias X Herries X Chair Johansen X Kearney X Vice Chair Pierre X Wolpert X Kosewic X HCPC Resolution No. 2012-02 Page 3 Jerihifei Terre, t Chair ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Aft &7) / i - ' 72 H°other Hines, Corimittee Secretary Leslie Thomsen, Assistant City Attorney HCPC Resolution No. 2012-02 Page 4 EXHIBIT A CONDITIONSOF APPROVAL - David Yearsley River Heritage Center Façade Repair and Restoration Steamer Landing Park APN 007-700-002 City File Number: 12-SPC-0021 1. Approval is granted by the Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee to repair and restore the front facade of the David Yearsley River Heritage Center(Livery Stable) as described in the project description and supporting plans submitted to the Planning Division and date stamped January 1 1 , 2012. 2. Any significant deviation, as determined by the Planning Manager, from the project plans approved by the Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee shall require further Historic and Cultural Preservation Committee review and approval. Minor changes may be approved by the Planning Manager if in substantial conformance with original approval. 3. The plans submitted for building permit review shall be in substantial compliance with the plans date stamped January 11, 2012 and shall include these conditions of approval as notes on the first sheet of the building permit plans. 4. Construction hours are limited to 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Construction is prohibited on Sundays and all holidays observed by the City of Petaluma. 5. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City or any of its boards, commissions, agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action or proceeding against the City, its boards, commission, agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul, the approval of the project when such claim or action is brought within the time period provided for in applicable State and/or local statutes. The City shall promptly notify the applicants of any such claim, action, or proceeding. The City shall coordinate in the defense. Nothing contained in this condition shall prohibit the City from participating in a defense of any claim, action, or proceeding if the City bears its own attorney's fees and costs, and the City defends the action in good faith. 6. The project does not include signs. Any signs shall conform to sign guidelines and shall be submitted for review of a Sign Permit application prior to installation or purchase of said signage. 7. The architect of record or other applicable design professional shall oversee architectural detailing to ensure work in the field matches plan specifications and historic relevance for the Livery Stable. 8. The request to use the Historic Building Code shall be included on the cover sheet of plans submitted for building permit. 9. Existing materials that are able to be salvaged and reused shall be preserved and incorporated into the project as feasible. HCPC Resolution No.2012-02 Page 5 10. Custom milled siding shall match the original rustic v-groove siding as documented in the field and as shown in historic photographs of the building. 11. This approval shall not be used as approval for any modification to the use of the Livery Stable or surrounding property and all use of the property shall comply with applicable code requirements. 12. All costs of materials, labor, and services for the project shall be paid by for Friends of the River through volunteers and donations. Should the City authorize the purchase of materials or services for the project with City funds, such authorization shall be incompliance with all applicable law and regulations, including but not limited to Chapter 4.04 of the Petaluma Municipal Code. 13. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, Friends of the Petaluma River and Rebuilding Together Petaluma shall submit proof of insurance acceptable to the City Risk Manager and City Attorney and naming the City as an additional insured. 14. All volunteers shall sign a release of liability prior to the commencement of work overseen by Friends of the Petaluma River/Rebuilding Together Petaluma per standard operating procedures for volunteer projects. HCPC Resolution No.2012-02 Page 6