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Home My WebLink AboutORD 1999-157 ORDINANCE NO. 99-157 a AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS DESIGNATING HISTORIC LANDMARK SUBDISTRICT HL99-03 IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 39 OF ORDINANCE NO. 82-73 (APPENDIX "D" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES), THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE, DESIGNATING LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 109, COLLEGE HEIGHTS ADDITION AND MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, IN A DISTRICT ZONED "R-7.5" SINGLE FAMILY DISTRICT REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE YANCY-MILLICAN HOUSE HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGN GUIDELINES; CORRECTING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP; PRESERVING ALL OTHER PORTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE; PROVIDING A CLAUSE RELATING TO SEVERABILITY; DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTERESTS, MORALS AND GENERAL WELFARE DEMAND AN HISTORIC LANDMARK SUBDISTRICT DESIGNATION AND AMENDMENT THEREIN MADE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) AND A SEPARATE OFFENSE SHALL BE DEEMED COMMITTED UPON EACH DAY '°` ° DURING OR ON WHICH A VIOLATION OCCURS; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, an application was made by the Grapevine Historic Preservation Commission requesting an historic landmark subdistrict designation by making application for same with the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Grapevine, Texas as required by State statutes and the zoning ordinance of the City of Grapevine, Texas and all the legal requirements, conditions and prerequisites having been complied with, the case having come before the City Council of the City of Grapevine, Texas after all legal notices, requirements, conditions and prerequisites having been complied with; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Grapevine, Texas at a public hearing called by the City Council did consider the following factors in making a determination as to whether this requested historic landmark subdistrict designation should be granted or denied; safety of the motoring public and the pedestrians using the facilities in the area immediately surrounding the site; safety from fire hazards and measures for fire control; protection of adjacent property from flood or water damages, noise producing elements, and glare of the vehicular and stationary lights and effect of such lights on established character of the neighborhood; location, lighting and types of signs and relation of signs -° to traffic control and adjacent property; street size and adequacy of width for traffic _ reasonably expected to be generated by the proposed use around the site and in the immediate neighborhood; adequacy of parking as determined by requirements of this ordinance for off-street parking facilities; location of ingress and egress points for parking � � and off-street locating spaces, and protection of public health by surfacing on all parking areas to control dust; effect on the promotion of health and the general welfare; effect on light and air; the effect on the overcrowding of the land; the effect on the concentration of population; the effect on the transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and other facilities; and WHEREAS, all of the requirements of Section 39 of Appendix "D" of the Code of Ordinances have been satisfied by the submission of evidence at a public hearing; and WHEREAS, the City Council further considered, among other things, the character of the existing zoning district and its peculiar suitability for particular uses and with the view to conserve the value of buildings and encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout this City; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Grapevine, Texas does find that there is a public necessity for the granting of this historic landmark subdistrict, that the public demands it, that the public interest clearly requires the amendment, that the zoning changes do not unreasonably invade the rights of those who bought or improved property with reference to the classification which existed at the time their original investment was made; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Grapevine, Texas does find that the historic landmark subdistrict designation lessens the congestion in the streets, helps secure safety from fire, panic and other dangers, prevents the overcrowding of land, avoids undue concentration of population, facilitates the adequate provisions of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and other public requirements; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Grapevine, Texas has determined that there is a necessity and need for this historic landmark subdistrict designation and has also found and determined that there has been a change in the conditions of the property surrounding and in close proximity to the property requested for a change since this property was originally classified and, therefore, feels that the historic landmark subdistrict designation for the particular piece of property is needed, is called for, and is in the best interest of the public at large, the citizens of the City of Grapevine, Texas, and helps promote the general health, safety and welfare of this community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS: 1 j / X-�./ qy��ectior5��' That the City does hereby designate an historic landmark subdistrict (HL-88-�3�) in accordance with Section 39 of Ordinance No. 82-73, the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Grapevine, Texas, same being also known as Appendix ��_.� ORD. NO. 99-157 2 "D" of the City Code, in a district zoned "R7.5" Single Family District Regulations within the following described properly: 603 East Worth Street, specifically described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 109, College Heights Addition, and in addition thereto, the adoption of the Yancy-Millican House Historic District Design Guidelines as conditions, regulations and safeguards in connection with the said historic landmark subdistrict, a copy of said criteria being attached hereto and labeled Exhibit "A". Section 2. The City Manager is hereby directed to amend the official zoning map of the City of Grapevine, Texas to reflect the "H" zoning designation. Section 3. That in all other respects, the use of the tract or tracts of land herein above described shall be subject to all the applicable regulations contained in said City of Grapevine zoning ordinance and all other applicable and pertinent ordinances of the City of Grapevine, Texas. Section 4. That the zoning regulations and districts as herein established have been made in accordance with the comprehensive plan for the purpose of promoting health, safety, morals and the general welfare of the community. They have been designed with respect to both present conditions and the conditions reasonably anticipated to exist in the foreseeable future; to lessen congestion in the streets; to secure safely from fire, panic, flood and other dangers; provide adequate light and air; to prevent overcrowding of land, to avoid undue concentration of population; facilitate the adequate provisions of transportation, water, sewerage, drainage and surFace water, parks and other public requirements, and to make adequate provisions for the normal business, ° ' commercial needs and development of the community. They have been made with reasonable consideration, among other things, of the character of the district, and its peculiar suitability for the particular uses and with a view of conserving the value of buildings and encouraging the most appropriate use of land throughout the community. Section 5. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all other ordinances of the City of Grapevine, Texas affecting zoning and shall not repeal any of the provisions of said ordinances except in those instances where provisions of those ordinances which are in direct conflict with the provisions of this ordinance. Section 6. That the terms and provisions of this ordinance shall be deemed to be severable and that if the validity of the zoning affecting any portion of the tract or tracts of land described herein shall be declared to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the zoning of the balance of the tract or tracts of land described herein. Section 7. Any person violating any of the provisions of this ordinance shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined in a sum not to exceed Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00) and a separate offense shall be deemed committed upon each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues. ORD. NO. 99-157 3 Section 8. The fact that the present ordinances and regulations of the City of Grapevine, Texas are inadequate to properly safeguard the health, safety, morals, peace and general welfare of the public creates an emergency which requires that this Ordinance become effective from and after the date of its passage, and it is accordingly so ordained. PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS on this the 19thday of October, 1999. APPROVED: William D. Tate Mayor ATTEST: ,t� ., � , Linda Huff City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: John F. uo�,�le, ��. City Attorney ORD. NO. 99-157 4 � E��-11�IT TO " -- . P��e _._.L.. �f Design Guidelines , � Yancy-Millican House 603 E. Worth �-°� Grapevine, Texas Grapevine Township Revitalization Project, Inc. City of Grapevine 200 S. Main Grapevine, Texas May 14, 1999 .�,._� EX�1{BIT� TO � "�'� � Table of Contents P"�� "—`�'� a� � PREFACE I. SITE ■ Setbacks ■ Driveways, Parking Lots ■ Service and Mechanical Areas II. BUILDING FABRIC - ■ Preservation ■ Exterior Finishes ■ Windows III. EMBELLISHMENTS ■ Awnings-Canopies � ■ Exterior Lighting _4 IV. NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ■ Infill ■ Additions to Historic Buildings Page 2 of 9 E��-113iT� TO .��y��s? � PREFACE Pu`�� 0 ��' The Yancy-Millican House is significant to -the contribution of the culture and heritage of the City of Grapevine because it embodies characteristics of an architectural type and was the home of prominent Grapevine citizens that contributed to the development of the city. The house is a one story Folk Victorian house representative of Grapevine's middle- class families. In plan, the design is a cruciform shape with intersecting gables and nearly a symmetrical farade. The roof is covered with diamond patterned asphalt shingles. The wood frame house sits on a concrete block foundation covered with a galvanized stamped metal panel around the perimeter of the house. It is constructed with cut nails and notched floor framing. The exterior is covered with clapboard siding. The house is distinguished by its center front gable bay that is ornamented with diamond and half-hexagon wood shingles. A hipped roof with smaller center gable extends across the fa�ade. �;,,; �� 1�.-:��,Y 'f' �-� +��°'` � ,�, �~ ,� w .�. � ,�..�,,.�.., , _ � ,. .�, .� � .,. �� , } , ;�4 � ' �r�*� '-�� 1 � "'�.� t �� '"��r x/ ; . �'`� �'�:�� ,'�5� ys �� ,;,p "°'..o,�.� �j ��4��,g�•�. � S �j} �R tt�°�mP�d-e�"� £ z's5 �y.� "� �. } �5.�� tt"yp� �:: ■ � r� „�,� _ . , ��a. �g, .� � �.....-- �4 rn.-.1�'`51� l .f��z ,��tl{ � �(��y� �c�� `;�,��a'f" �:w:��.� `�t'� �c'z�'s$"�`+'°�.;°';��,�d�+�..s�ai.�»� �4 « . . .�.� o., e y,� .�>........�.....<....warr,�..>»....n..s.��.....�. . . . . .. ... . :...�. .... South elevation of home. The house was originally located at 213 E. College where the 1921 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map reveals that the rear wing of the house was flanked by full length porches on the west and east elevations. The 1935 Sanborn Map shows the house at its current location. The rear of the house had a small enclosed porch between the side and rear gable. The east elevation had an enclosed porch that ran the length of the rear wing. John T. Yancy, proprietor of J.T. Yancy & Sons on Main Street, purchased the land at 213 E. College from J.E.M. Yates in 1891. The property remained in the Yancy Family until 1924 when it was sold to R.E. Morrow. During the 1920s, East College Page 3 of 9 � �a��i�.�.�. �� .��.��.�...�. . ('Snn:�� !b � (�Gt J' Street was the prominent location for Grapevine citizens to build their homes. The existing R.E. Morrow House at 213 E. College was built in 1927, therefore the Yancy-Millican House at 603 E. Worth must have been moved prior to 1927, probably 1926. Clarence F. Millican purchased the property in the College Heights Addition in 1914. He was a local carpenter, building some of Grapevine's homes, and is believed to have modified the house just after its relocation to its current property. The historic character of the Yancy-Millican House can best be preserved by the repair of original materials, rather that their replacement. New construction, additions or rehabilitation should reflect the character of the home during its period of significance (ca. 1900-1930). It's massing, roof shapes, porch configuration and materials that reflect the architectural character of the home during its historic period of significance should be preserved. The design of any new architectural features shall have key elements of a primary historic style already existing in the home and shall be compatible with and complimentary to its adjacent features. Page 4 of 9 E;S►i��3iT� i 4 .��g"/5 SITE P�;� � �:n�._`�� The site should retain the historic relationships between buildings, landscaping features and open space. Avoid rearranging the site by moving or removing buildings and site features, such as walks, drives and fences, that help define the residence's historic value. SETBACKS Building setbacks should be consistent with adjacent buildings or with the style of the building. Setbacks are an important ingredient in creating an attractive streetscape. Buildings should be set back to a line that is consistent with their neighbors and land use. For example, a residential setback should retain the setback of adjacent and nearby structures, with landscaping along the street right-of-way. Residential buildings with a commercial use in residential areas should be set back in a manner consistent with setbacks of neighboring or similar residential structures. Maintain building orientation pattern, with the front facade facing the street. �,. .. Maintain spacing patterns between buildings. DRIVEWAYS AND PARKING LOTS Any new driveway should be located perpendicular to the street; no circular drives shall be allowed (unless proven with historic documentation) in front or corner side yard, so that the character of the landscaped yard can be reinforced. New parking lots for commercial uses should not be located adjacent to sidewalks in the district. They should not be allowed to interrupt the continuity of landscaped front or corner side yards. This is important to both the preservation of historic character, and to the strengthening of the residential neighborhood. Existing parking lots may be screened from streets and pedestrian areas in the Historic District. Existing parking lots located adjacent to streets and sidewalks, if screened, should be screened to the height of car hoods. This will provide a certain level of continuity of the building fa�ade line; it will screen unsightly views; and it will provide a level of security by allowing views to and from the sidewalk. Page 5 of 9 �.,;,,,-� i� i� _L��.�� r�i 3+s�+i 1-G:�`j wi � tJ J .—��• SERVICE AND MECHANICAL AREAS New service and mechanical areas and equipment should be screened from the street and other pedestrian areas. � All garbage and equipment storage areas should be screened from the street. Mechanical equipment, including satellite dishes, shall not be located in front or corner side yards or should be set back from the edges of roofs, and screened so that they are not visible to pedestrians and do not detract from the historic character of buildings. BUILDING FABRIC PRESERVATION Preserve, stabilize, and restore original building form, ornament and materials. Any missing or severely deteriorated elements may be replaced with replicas of the original. Ensure that original roof, window, porch and cornice treatments are preserved, or when preservation is not possible duplicate the original building element. �` ` When rehabilitating, remove non-historic alterations. Often, "modern" renovations conceal the original facade details. If not, the original style may be recreated through the use of historic photographs. Where replication of original elements is not possible, a new design consistent with the original style of the building may be used. Reconstruction of original building elements should reflect the size, scale, material and level of detail of the original design. Preserve older renovations that have achieved historic significance. Older structures or additions may have, at some time, been renovated with such care and skill that the renovation itself is worthy of preservation. Usually, such renovations may date from before 1940. EXTERIOR FINISHES Original wood finishes should be maintained and painted or, when necessary, replaced in kind. Modem synthetic siding materials such as vinyl or metal bear little resemblance to historic siding materials. The application of such modern synthetic • materials often involves the removal of original decorative elements such as Page 6 of 9 �`.;7�.�S"�d � S' � �+�.�� —�i � i � ,,..�� t A' i�`i�.`v'� �tG cornice, corner boards, brackets, window and door trim, etc. New synthetic siding shafl not be installed; removal of existing such materials is not required, but strongly r encouraged, to restore historic patina, finish and appearance. Original asbestos siding should be maintained and painted, or when necessary, replaced with synthetic siding to match the existing asbestos siding. The removal of asbestos siding over existing wood siding is not required, but strongly encouraged, to restore historic patina, finish and appearance. Original masonry surfaces should be maintained and not be painted, unless severe deterioration of the brick or stone can be shown to require painting. If the color or texture of replacement brick or stone cannot be matched with existing, painting may be an appropriate treatment. New paint colors should be complimentary to each other and the overall character of the house. When possible, research the original paint color and finishes of the building's historic period; the right colors respect the historic building. The Historic Preservation Commission has adopted the Sherwin-Williams Preservation Paint Palette, appropriate to the house's character, which may be proposed and approved through the Minor Exterior Alteration application process. Any colors proposed outside the adopted palette should be reviewed by the Commission in the regular Certificate of Appropriateness process. WINDOWS Original window framing and lites (panes of glass) configurations should be preserved and maintained or replaced in kind. Although the historic windows have been removed, new windows (probably 2 over 2) should be wood windows to compliment the historic character of the house. When replacement is necessary, do so within existing historic opening. Use same sash size to avoid filling in or enlarging the original opening. If drop ceiling is installed in the interior, be sure that it is slanted up at the window so that it will not cut into the window opening. Clear or very slightly tinted window glass may be used. No reflective or heavily tinted glass shall be used. Should the owner wish to install security bars, they should be installed on the interior of windows and doors. Storm windows. The use of interior storm windows is encouraged. Storm windows are available which can be installed on the interior of windows. This Page 7 of 9 �..,,.-,3�..��.... �c� .��.� -i��.. ,�„��.� - `'�� .�i � ti�0 �:._ . helps to preserve the exterior historic character of the building. Should storm windows need to be installed on the exterior of the historic '" windows, storm windows constructed of wood and configured to match the historic sashes (i.e. one over one sashes) are recommended. If inetal storm windows are installed, paint to blend with surrounding elements. EMBELLISHMENTS AWNINGS-CANOPIES New awnings and canopies should not be installed above windows or doors. EXTERIOR LIGHTING Lighting is an important element in residential areas. Fixtures should be consistent with the historic character of the house. Appropriate incandescent light fixtures to the style of the district should be used. i Avoid exposed lighting of any kind unless part of a historic fixture. NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION INFILL The Secretary of the Interior's guidelines for new buildings in historic districts � encourage similarity of form and materials, but not actual replication. New construction proposals and the rehabilitation of non-historic buildings will be reviewed based on these Criteria. Judgement will be based on the compatibility of the design within the context of the property's adjacent and nearby historic buildings. The design of new buildings should have key elements of the building's historic period (ca. 1900-1930), including massing, scale, fenestration and materials. Infill buildings should not be absolute reproductions, and appear as clearly contemporary. Only when a previously demolished historic Grapevine building can be accurately replicated may a reproduction be considered. Page 8 of 9 ;:;:��:,:��i.___�.._ ;� !��1�"��. ;� ,-� e___.� ,:. �.��_._____ Infill buildings between historic buildings should be similar in setback, roof form, cornice line and materials, to one of the adjacent buildings. Relate height of new building to the heights of adjacent structures. Avoid new buildings that tower over ' existing ones. Horizontal wood siding (either novelty, tongue and groove, shiplap or equivalent) and brick are appropriate exterior building finishes for new infill construction. Fake brick or stone or gravel aggregate materials shall never be used. ADDITIONS TO HISTORIC BUILDINGS Additions to historic buildings should replicate the style of the main building if possible; otherwise they should adhere to the general style with simplified details. As a minimum, new additions should reflect the massing, roof shape, bay spacing, cornice lines and building materials of the primary structure. All new wood or metal materials should have a painted finish except on some 20`n century buildings where the use of unpainted aluminum or steel was part of the original design and should be maintained. �.-:.�, A new addition should, if at all possible, be located at the rear of the historic building. If this is not possible, the addition may be added to the side if it is recessed at least 18 inches from the historic building facade or a connection is used to separate old from new. New vertical additions should be set back from primary facades so as not to be readily apparent from the facing street. When replacing elements that were originally part of a historic building they should be replicated when evidence of the actual detail has been documented by photographs, drawings, or remaining physical evidence. If no evidence exists, elements typical of the architectural style may be used. Historic photographs can provide information on the original elements of the building. Page 9 of 9