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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Historic Preservation Commission
DATE: December 11, 2015
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Historic Preservation Grant Agreement with Mary and Brian Wells for the property at 418 Grand Avenue (Mary and Brian Wells- L15-01080 / AU22/1-15.291-HP/GR- JH - Ward 6).
PURPOSE:
Attached is a resolution authorizing the execution of a Historic Preservation Grant Agreement with Mary and Brian Wells for the property at 418 Grand Avenue in the Tanner Historic District. Pursuant to the Agreement Mary and Brian Wells will receive a 50% reimbursement up to $7,200.00 toward the renovation of the building including removal of deteriorated cedar siding, replacement of in-kind cedar siding, and painting the siding. Funding for the reimbursement will come from the Capital Improvement Fund A.
BACKGROUND:
The Subject Property is located at 418 Grand Avenue and is currently utilized as a single-family residence with R-1 One Family Dwelling zoning. The property is located on Grand Avenue between West Park Avenue and Plum Street.
The details of the proposal includes removing the majority of the deteriorated cedar siding that is beyond repair. Portions under the porch and in the gable-end that are in good condition are remaining. The entire house will be painted. The owner is taking on a major project by installing actual wood siding himself.
The property is within the Tanner Historic District and the primary structure is of primary significance to the district. The home was built c. 1907 and is in the Queen Anne style. The building is owner-occupied. The applicant purchased the property in 2000. More information on this property is available in the attached Property Research Sheet and Property Survey Form.
DISCUSSION:
Staff has reviewed the grant application and have determined that it meets the applicable codes and ordinances. The proposal is consistent with the City of Aurora Historic Distri...
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