Owner and Appellant — James P. Halloran

COMMERCIAL PLAN: Erect 40-foot internal halyard aluminum flag pole in sidewalk tree well.

PREVIOUS ACTION: 9/28/00 — Director denied application as not in compliance with historic district standards.

Appealed: October 17. 2000

Appellant: James P. Halloran, owner

STAFF COMMENTS: The Soulard Historic District Standards state:

"Accessories:

New or reused metal accessories shall be based on a Model Example." (207.1)

There is no historic evidence that flags or flagpoles were ever erected as proposed in the public right-of-way in Soulard. In addition, the scale of this flagpole will overwhelm the buildings and streetscape.

Applicant — Bellon Wrecking and Salvage

Owner — Hendricks Consulting, Inc.

DEMOLITION PLAN: Demolish two story brick building for new construction

STAFF COMMENTS: Under Ordinance 64832

A. Redevelopment Plans.

The proposed demolition is not called for in any Redevelopment Plan.

B. Architectural Quality.

The building is classified as high merit due to its association with a person of importance in the history of the development of St. Louis and the remaining significant architectural features which include a large unique stained glass window, a surprisingly intact interior and a fine carriage house with virtually no significant alterations.

C. Condition.

The building is sound and stabile but in deteriorated condition. The east corner tower and pitched roof appear to have been removed in the 1960's when the building was converted to a nursing home. The front exterior decorative sandstone was also covered with "perma-stone" at that time.

D. Neighborhood Effect and Reuse Potential.

1. Neighborhood Potential:

The neighborhood is a quiet residential enclave with many fine buildings dating from the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. The property values are generally higher than the median for the City.

2. Reuse Potential:

The building is potentially eligible for listing in the National Register because of its association with the history of the City and because the Landmark's Association of St. Louis is conducting a survey to list the neighborhood in the National Register of Historic Places. The carriage house proposed for demolition is one of the few remaining examples of high style ancillary structures.

3. Economic Hardship:

The owner is a not-for-profit corporation which has not submitted enough information to make a determination concerning financial hardship.

E. Urban Design.

The Office shall evaluate the following urban design factors:

1. (The effect of a proposed partial demolition on attached or row buildings)

Not Applicable.

2. The block face is generally intact with the exception of the low rise contemporary building with is attached to the east.

3. Demolition could have an adverse effect on the proposed National Register nomination.

4. A single family residential building is allowed under present zoning.

F. Proposed Subsequent Construction.

(Notwithstanding the provisions of any ordinance to the contrary, the Office shall evaluate proposed subsequent construction on the site of proposed demolition based upon whether:

1. The applicant has demonstrated site control by ownership or an option contract)

The owner has demonstrated site control

2. (The proposed construction would equal or exceed the contribution of the structure to the integrity of the existing streetscape and block face. Proposal for creation of vacant land by demolition(s) in question will be evaluated as to appropriateness on that particular site, within that specific block. Parking lots will be given favorable consideration when directly adjoining/abutting facilities require additional off-street parking.)

The proposed replacement building will be stylistically compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, however it will not be contributing to a District due to its age.

3. (The proposed construction will be architecturally compatible with the existing block face as to building setbacks, scale, articulation and rhythm, overall architectural character and general use of exterior materials or colors:)

The proposed construction will be architecturally compatible.

4. (The proposed use complies with current zoning requirements)

Proposed new use is a conditional use.

5. (The proposed new construction would commence within twelve (12) months from the application date.)

Yes.

G. Commonly Controlled Property.

The application satisfies this requirement, although the new use will require a conditional use permit.

Owners — 7171 Delmar LLC/ St. Louis Design Alliance Architects/ Deborah Bauer

Applicant — RM Signs - Donna Krieger

SIGNAGE PROPOSAL: Install one non-illuminated ground sign per plans.

PREVIOUS ACTION: 11/21/2000 – Administratively denied due to ordinance time constraints.

Appealed: 11/27/2000

Appellant: Debbie Bauer

Saint Louis Design Alliance

6014 Delmar Blvd.

St. Louis, Missouri 63112

STAFF COMMENTS: Per the Skinker – DeBaliviere – Catlin Tract – Parkview Historic District Standards:
"…The design of any proposed construction or extensive alteration must be reviewed considering the existing structures on the street. Regarding existing older building, the recognition, maintenance and enhancement of their historical characteristics is encouraged. New buildings on Skinker and Delmar Boulevards must be sited and be of a scale that complements the houses on adjacent residential streets, and also contributes to the establishment of an orderly streetscape appropriate to major boulevards".

The base of the sign will be skirted per the requirements of the Redevelopment Authority; however, the scale of the sign is not consistent with signs for businesses within storefront commercial buildings throughout the Loop area. Staff has requested that the total area of the sign and its base be restricted to thirty square feet.

The sign will be set at a forty-five-degree angle and will only be visible to eastbound traffic.

Appeal of Administrative denial

1490. 2421 S. 13^th Street (C.B. 819 - Soulard Historic District)