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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-01 UDO Amendments 2026 - Graphic Summary Sheet6/25/2026 1 Proposed UDO Amendment •Strengthen designation section •Distinguish architectural approval standards •Add an appeal procedure Fix UDO shortcomings •Height bonus approval •Demolition reviewFix procedural roadblocks •Date for nonconforming uses and structures proposed to be June 1, 1980 Promote affordability, reinvestment, maintenance DESIGNATION = REGULATION Preservation RegulationRecognitionProperty Status NoYesNational Register Listed or District NoYesSurveyed/Inventoried NoYesArchitectural District YesYesDesignated Local Landmark YesYesDesignated Local Historic District 6/25/2026 2 Designation for Historic Preservation City Council Designation Regulates Local Landmarked Properties & Historic Districts DRB Applies Preservation Standards Application Submittal •Any person may initiate designation of a local landmark or historic district DRB Review 62 Days •Public Hearing •Consult with City Historian's office, other preservation agencies and organizations •Determine significance •Review designation criteria •Recommend designation? City Council 90 Days •If designation recommended: •Resolution to consider designation •Public Hearing •Designate as local landmark, create/expand historic district, modify or deny designation What it means…How its done… Historic District –Demolition Review Demolition avoided through alternatives such as adaptive re-use, relocation? If no, demolition may be denied Significance found, contributing structure? DRB Review All Demo Requests Determine if historically significant, architecturally significant, or a contributing structure per criteria If No, continue with DRB review of proposed project (demo ok) If Yes, continue with DRB review of proposed project (demo ok) 6/25/2026 3 Architectural District –Demolition Review DRB Demo Review Continues Follow Historic Demolition Review Procedure Delay for Designation Review If designated by City Council Delay to Evaluate Significance Significance determined, if eligible to designate, recommend designation to prevent demo Demo Proposed in Architectural District Application to DRB If No, continue with DRB review of proposed project (demo permit ok) Hardship Appeal Process Hardship Was Not Self Created If yes, DRB grants relief and considers alternative Relief Will Not Alter Character of Neighborhood If yes, continue Is Hardship Unique? If yes, continue DRB Reviews Hardship Evidence Can property realize a reasonable return? If yes, continue Within 60 Days of DRB Denial Applicant appeals to DRB for economic hardship relief If No, denial is affirmed 6/25/2026 4 Height Bonus Award Process If Property is Located outside of Historic District, PB May Request DRB Advisory Opinion DRB advisory opinion is not binding upon PB If Property is Located within Historic District, Advisory Opinion from DRB is Required Positive DRB opinion? Applicant Submits Sketch Plan to Planning Board Planning Board determines height award based on bonus criteria – if eligible, review continues If Yes, height bonus granted