Title
Recommendation on Proposed Change to Historic Inventory Regulations
Report
Issue:
The Olympia Heritage Commission recommends removal of section 18.12.100(B) of the Olympia Municipal Code regarding Heritage Commission review of demolition permits for buildings that have been placed on the Olympia Historic Inventory (but not listed on a Heritage Register or within a historic district).
Staff Contact:
Michelle Sadlier, Historic Preservation Officer, Community Planning and Development, 360.753.8031
Presenter(s):
Michelle Sadlier, Historic Preservation Officer
Background and Analysis:
This proposed change to Olympia Municipal Code was presented at a public hearing during the October 6, 2014 Olympia Planning Commission Meeting. At the time, Commissioner Horn identified a concern that removing all reference to the Olympia Historic Inventory may de-emphasize the Olympia Heritage Commission's pro-active role in identifying buildings of historical significance to the community. He recommended altering the language of the proposed code amendment to ensure that this role is clearly stated.
Ms. Sadlier presented Commissioner Horn's comments to the Heritage Commission's Policy and Ordinance Committee on Monday, October 13, 2014. The Committee appreciated Commissioner Horn's recommendation and discussed the current wording in light of his comments. Following discussion, the Committee decided to maintain the wording as-is for the current code amendment recommendation process. They noted that they plan to continue with their review of heritage-related code language and intend to consider the language in the code related to their roles and responsibilities at a later date.
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The following information was provided in the staff report for the October 6, 2014 public hearing:
On May 28, 2014, the Olympia Heritage Commission passed a motion to recommend the removal of OMC 18.12.100(B): Demolition of Property on the Historic Inve...
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