TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Preservation Commission
DATE: October 3, 2013
SUBJECT: title
Resolution approving a Preservation Grant to Robert Taylor in the amount of $1,100 for the property located at 377 Spruce Street, Aurora, Illinois. (Robert Taylor - AU21/2-13.362-AG/GR - SP/CW - Ward 6)
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PURPOSE:
The homeowner, Robert Taylor, is applying for a Preservation Grant to rebuild the historic wood frame porch at 377 Spruce Street in the Tanner Historic District.
BACKGROUND:
This Preservation Grant application was submitted by the homeowner to the Planning & Zoning Division on August 29, 2013.
Legislative History:
Date Review Body Motion Vote
9/26/2013 Preservation Commission Forward Unanimous
9/11/2013 Grant Committee Forward Unanimous
DISCUSSION:
Proposal: The proposal consists of demolishing the non-original concrete porch and building a new wood framed porch to resemble what was there originally.
Evaluation: Staff has reviewed the Preservation Grant application and believes that the grant will allow the homeowner to complete this project which will benefit not only the subject property but also the surrounding area. As is, the concrete stoop and steps appear out of place on this otherwise historically appropriate 1870s home.
Public Input: At the September 26, 2013 special meeting of the Preservation Commission, applicants asked general questions about the Preservation Grant Program. A few of the applicants commented on grant applications submitted by others. Comments were positive. One homeowner stated that the Preservation Grants will benefit the entire neighborhood.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Planning and Zoning Division does not anticipate any impact to other City Departments with the approval of this Petition.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Preservation Commission recommended APPROVAL of the Preservation Grant at 377 Spruce Street by Robert Taylor.
cc: Alderman Saville, Chairman
Alderman Irvin
Alderman Donnell
Alderman Hart-Burns, Alternate