COMMERCIAL FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATIONS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE SARA O’MALLEY, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATOR October 9, 2019
CRITERIA - REVIEW Must be: Commercial, mixed-use, non-profit and non-for-profit within Historic Dublin (not strictly residential) • Uncovering & Restoring Historical Facades • Replacement/Repair of Cornice Parapets & Shutters • Awning/Sign Installation or Repair • Site & Landscape Improvements Accessible to Public • Parking Improvements & Expansion • Storefront Restorations or Renovations • Window & Door Repair/Replacements • Installation of Lighting & Upgrades • Roof Replacement (must include additional façade improvements)
APPLICATION PROCESS - REVIEW • Application Submission • Staff Review & Communication w/Applicant (Meeting) • Architectural Review Board (Same as Current HD Process) • Community Development Committee Review • Does the Project Meet Grant Program Guidelines and Intent? • Recommendation to Council (Fund or Not) • Council Approval (Y/N) • Project Commencement • Project Completion & Inspection • Grant Reimbursement
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS OR IN-PROGRESS FOR 2019 24 S High Street (Approved in 2018) $15,000 53 North High Street (Approved in 2018) $10,000 106 S High Street $15,000 75 South High Street $15,000
APPLICATIONS BACKGROUND Annual Program Budget: $100,000 Amount Awarded in 2019 to Date: ($55,000) Current Requests: ($31,878.50) • 16-22 N. High Street ($30,000) • 91 S. High Street ($1,878.50) 2019 Funds Remaining: (if applications are approved tonight) $23,121.50
Application #1 16 - 22 North High Street
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – CONTEXT MAP
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – ORIENTATION 16 North High Street: Built in 1843 22 North High Street: Built in 1900
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – ORIENTATION Looking down shared walkway towards river Looking up shared walkway towards High Street
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – REAR BUILDINGS Although not a part of the Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Application, an extensive redevelopment project is planned for the rear of these two buildings into a brick paver walkway and courtyard. This is included in the overall site plan.
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – SITE PLAN 22 North High North High Street 16 North High
16 NORTH HIGH STREET – CURRENT CONDITIONS
16 NORTH HIGH STREET – PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS Roof Replacement ($19,000 Total Cost) • Replace existing roof on historic structure with new metal roof, improving the structure and enhancing the character of the historic district. Exterior Paint ($12,000 Total Cost) • Update existing exterior paint/trim and keep the stone façade intact. Rework Stone Wall ($1,100 Total Cost) • Open up existing stone wall from the north to access new brick paver walkway that will extend into rear courtyard.
16 NORTH HIGH STREET – PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS Fence and Gate Opening ($800 Total Cost) • Add a permanent gate opening to the walkway, allowing building tenants to limit access during non-operating hours, or privately held events. Landscaping ($1,450 Total Cost) • Addition of new trees, shrubs, grass seed, plant boxes and cedar trellis. PROJECT TOTAL: $34,350 GRANT AMOUNT REQUESTED: $15,000
22 NORTH HIGH STREET – CURRENT CONDITIONS
22 NORTH HIGH STREET – PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS Roof Replacement ($14,000 Total Cost) • Replace existing roof on historic structure with new metal roof, improving the structure and enhancing the character of the historic district. Exterior Paint ($15,000 Total Cost) • Property to be power washed and coated with new exterior paint and trim, including the front door. Exterior Walkway Lighting ($600 Total Cost) • New exterior lighting will be installed down the walkway from High Street to the rear of the property into a newly constructed courtyard.
22 NORTH HIGH STREET – PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS Landscaping ($1,300 Total Cost) • Addition of new trees, shrubs, grass seed, plant boxes and cedar trellis PROJECT TOTAL: $30,900 GRANT AMOUNT REQUESTED: $15,000
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – SITE PLAN 22 North High North High Street 16 North High
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS Body Trim Doors 22 N High St 16 N High St
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS Charcoal Grey
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – ARB CONDITIONS Approved on 9/25 with 10 Conditions: 1. The applicant update the umbrellas to be a UV-resistant material; 2. The applicant update the lattice to a more durable material such as metal or cedar, subject to Staff approval; 3. The applicant update the pathway to be a brick paver matching the existing brick sidewalk, subject to Staff approval; 4. The applicant update their plans to clarify the window patterns and mullions be like-for-like in style and character, subject to Staff approval; 5. The applicant provide standing seam metal roof specification that match the existing standing seam metal roof, subject to Staff approval;
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – ARB CONDITIONS CONT. Approved on 9/25 with 10 Conditions: 6. The elevations be updated to reflect the changes to the color palette, including windows painted Kestrel White, and the doors and roof in charcoal gray that coordinates with the overall color palette, subject to Staff approval; 7. The pillars of the stone patio wall be retained, while the connecting wall may be removed; 8. The trellis be placed minimum 1 foot from the existing structures; 9. The applicant use planters instead of the gate; and, 10.The applicant work with staff to finalize the design of the window boxes and the plant materials.
16-22 NORTH HIGH STREET – STAFF RECOMMENDATION • Staff believes that the proposed projects for both structures, 16 and 22 North High Street, meet the guidelines and intent of the Commercial Façade Improvement Program. • With ARB Approval on 9/25/19 (with 10 conditions), Staff recommends the approval of up to 50% reimbursement of each proposed project cost, up to $15,000 per structure, per program guidelines. A total of $30,000 for the current applicant. • The project encourages significant investment into Historic Dublin properties, adds to the character and aesthetics within the district, and will help lead the way for future investments in the area.
Discussion 16-22 North High Street Application
Application #2 91 South High Street
91 SOUTH HIGH STREET – CONTEXT MAP
91 SOUTH HIGH STREET – CURRENT CONDITIONS
91 SOUTH HIGH STREET – CURRENT CONDITIONS
91 SOUTH HIGH STREET – PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT UPDATE EXTERIOR PAINT ($3,757 Total Cost) • Update existing exterior paint and trim, including windows. PROJECT TOTAL: $3,757 GRANT AMOUNT REQUESTED: $1,878.50
91 SOUTH HIGH STREET – STAFF RECOMMENDATION • Staff has identified that 91 South High Street does not meet the Commercial Façade Improvement Program’s project threshold in terms of dollars spent ($10,000 project minimum). This would equal a minimum grant approval amount of 50% of the total project costs, or $5,000. • The proposed work does meet the “spirit” of the program, encouraging investment into Historic Dublin properties, adding to the character and aesthetics within the district. This and similar projects alike, could help lead the way for future investments in the area. • Staff recommends the committee consider the application given the building's highly visible location within the Historic District.
Discussion 91 South High Street Application
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