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1606 - June 09 (Special Mtg.)March 24, 2016, May 5, 2016, May 23, 2016 and May 26, 2016 CITY OF PRATTVILLE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES June 9, 2016 Special Meeting Call to order: The special meeting of the Prattville Historic Preservation Commission was called to order on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 4:33 p.m. Roll Call: The secretary called the roll. Members present were Chairman Thea Langley,Vice-Chairman Gray Price, Mr. Will Barrett,Mrs. Kate Chieves,Mrs. Jean Davis,Ms. Lenore Kirkpatrick, and Mr. Larry Smith. Members Absent:None. Quorum present Also present was Mr. Joel Duke, City Planner and Ms.Alisa Morgan, Secretary. Minutes: Mr. Barrett moved to approve the minutes of the March 24, 2016, May 5, 2016, May 23, 2016 and May 26, 2016 meetings. Ms. Kirkpatrick seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Old Business: Certificate of Appropriateness Demolition & New Structure-Single Family Residence 115 Maple Street Tom Miller, Petitioner Mr. Duke reiterated the proposal for Certificate of Appropriateness to demolition of an existing structure and construct new structure. He stated that the primary request is to deal with demolition of the existing historic residential structure at 115 Maple Street. He stated that the applicant has not submitted sufficient plans for the new structure.He stated that the Commissioners conducted a tour of the house on May 23 and has received a report prepared by a structural engineer retained by the applicant. Tom Miller, petitioner,reiterated his request to demolish the existing structure and plans to rebuild a new single family residence. He stated his desire to build in the downtown historic district.He stated that the planned structure would be designed to uniqueness of the property and the district. Chairman Langley opened the floor for public hearing. Ann Boutwell, 173 Pletcher Street, stated that she has been involved with the Autauga County Heritage Association for many years. She stated that in the late 1990s, the Alabama Historic Commission wrote a letter to the Mayor of the City regarding losing historical structures in the district. She stated that she has also toured the property on a separate occasion from the Commission’s tour and noticed that a lot of the historical integrity of the house has been altered. However, a lot of the architectural features are outstanding and unique and should possibly be incorporated into a new structure. Wayne Scoggins,121 Hunt’s Alley, stated that he submitted a letter of comments to the Commissioners (made a part of the minutes). After no further comments, the public hearing was closed. Mrs.Davis asked what part of the house is historically significant and should be preserved. Mr.Miller stated that the front two rooms with the dual chimney and the front porch are part of the original build to which Mr. Duke agreed. Mrs. Davis asked how long has the property been on the market. Bo Evans of Bo Evans Realty stated that the property has been on the market for eight months. Mr. Price moved to approve the request for demolition contingent that the property is advertised in the Montgomery Advertiser for 120 days to offer to anyone willing to move and restore the structure to its original state. Mr. Smith seconded the motion. The motion failed by 3/3/1 vote as recorded. Favor: Mr. Barrett, Mr. Price, and Mr.Smith. Oppose: Mrs. Davis, Ms. Kirkpatrick and Chair Langley. Abstain: Ms. Musgrove. Mr. Smith moved to approve the demolition. Mr. Barrett seconded the motion. Ms. Musgrove move to approve contingent that any pieces that are physically and structurally sound are to be used in the proposed new structure. Mr. Smith seconded the motion. The motion to amend failed by majority vote. Mr. Miller stated that he would do his best to not let the Commission down but there are unknowns to any project. Ms. Kirkpatrick stated that any salvageable could be used as part of a garden. The motion to approve the demolition passed by a 4/3 vote as recorded. Favor: Mr. Smith, Mrs.Davis, Ms.Kirkpatrick,and Mr. Barrett. Oppose: Chair Langley, Ms. Musgrove and Mr. Price. Miscellaneous: Adjourn: With no further business,the meeting was adjourned at 5:49 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Alisa Morgan,Secretary Historic Preservation Commission 1 Joel, Attached are two pictures of the type house we would like to build on 115 Maple. This was also requested by HPC. Thanks.Tom