10-28-2021 (Historic Review) Agenda Packet Wylie Historic Review Commission Regular Meeting
October 28,2021 —6:00 PM
Council Chambers - 300 Country Club Road,Building#100,Wylie, Texas 75098 CITY
CALL TO ORDER
COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Any member of the public may address Commission regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Members of the public
must fill out a form prior to the meeting in order to speak. Commission requests that comments be limited to three minutes for
an individual, six minutes for a group. In addition, Commission is not allowed to converse, deliberate or take action on any
matter presented during citizen participation.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Commission and will be enacted by one motion.
There will not be separate discussion of these items.If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda
and will be considered separately.
A. Consider, and act upon,Minutes from the August 26,2021 Regular Meeting.
WORK SESSION
WS1. Discuss and Review the Downtown Historic District, Section 6.3 of the Zoning Ordinance, and Chapter 58,
Article II Landmarks of the Code of Ordinances.
WS2. Discuss the rezoning of the area on North Keefer Street.
RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted on October 22, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. on the outside bulletin board at
Wylie City Hall,300 Country Club Road,Building 100,Wylie,Texas, a place convenient and readily accessible to
the public at all times.
Stephanie Storm, City Secretary Date Notice Removed
The Wylie Municipal Complex is wheelchair accessible. Sign interpretation or other special assistance for disabled
attendees must be requested 48 hours in advance by contacting the City Secretary's Office at 972.516.6020.Hearing
impaired devices are available from the City Secretary prior to each meeting.
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If during the course of the meeting covered by this notice, the Commission should determine that a closed or
executive meeting or session of the Commission or a consultation with the attorney for the City should be held or
is required, then such closed or executive meeting or session or consultation with attorney as authorized by the
Texas Open Meetings Act,Texas Government Code § 551.001 et. seq.,will be held by the Commission at the date,
hour and place given in this notice as the Commission may conveniently meet in such closed or executive meeting
or session or consult with the attorney for the City concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes
permitted by the Act,including,but not limited to,the following sanctions and purposes:
Texas Government Code Section:
§ 551.071—Private consultation with an attorney for the City.
§ 551.073—Discussing prospective gift or donation to the City.
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Historic Review Commission
CITY OF
AGENDA REPORT
Department: Planning Account Code:
Prepared By: Mary Bradley
Subject
Consider, and act upon,Minutes from the August 26,2021 Regular Meeting.
Recommendation
I otion to recommend approval as presented.
Discussion
The minutes are attached for your consideration.
Financial Summary/Strategic Goals
Community Focused Government
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Historic Review Commission
CITE" OFF
Minutes
Regular Meeting
August 26, 2021 —6:00 p.m.
Wylie Municipal Complex—Council Chambers
300 Country Club Road, Bldg. 100
Wylie, TX 75098
CALL TO ORDER
Announce the presence of a Quorum.
Chair Chandler called the meeting to order at 6:00PM. Commissioners present: Commissioner Joe
Chandler, Vice Chair Sandra Stone, Commissioner Krisleigh Hoermann, Commissioner Melissa Kenfield,
Commissioner Kali Patton, and Commissioner Allison Stowe. Commissioners absent: Commissioner
Frank Besadesky.
Staff present: Renae'011ie,Assistant City Manager and Mary Bradley,Administrative Assistant.
CITIZENS COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Residents may address Commissioners regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Residents must
fill out a non-agenda form prior to the meeting in order to speak. Commissioners requests that comments
be limited to three (3) minutes. In addition, Commissioners not allowed to converse, deliberate or take
action on any matter presented during citizen participation
Chair Chandler addressed the Commissioners recommending to include the Pledge and Invocation to the
agenda.All Commissioners were in agreement.
INVOCATION &PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chair Stone gave the invocation and Chair Chandler led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Consider and act upon approval of the Minutes from the July 8, 2021 Special Called
Meeting.
Commission Action
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stone, seconded by Commissioner Hoermann, to approve the Minutes
from the July 8, 2021 Special Called Meeting.A vote was taken and the motion carried 6-0.
Minutes August 26,2021
Historic Review
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WORK SESSION
A. Discuss and Review the Downtown Historic District, Section 6.3 of the Zoning Ordinance,
and Chapter 58,Article II Landmarks of the Code of Ordinances.
Ms. 011ie addressed the Commissioners giving a brief summary of the proposed revisions to Section 6.3
of the Zoning Ordinance and Chapter 58,Article II of the Code of Ordinances.
Commissioners discussed the revisions for the boundaries, to allow commercial or residential uses on the
properties north of Brown Street and Keefer Street.
Commissioners discussed the proposed addition regarding Demolitions and Relocation. Commissioners
recommended requiring a letter from a structural engineer giving the reasons for the demolition, which
shall be reviewed by the city inspector.
Commissioners made minor revisions to the remaining ordinance.
Commissioners discussed the additions to Section II of Chapter 58 of the Code of Ordinances involving
Landmarks. Ms. 011ie stated that an application for a local landmark was created and will be sent to the
Commissioners. The Commissioners desired having the process included in Section 6.3 of the Zoning
Ordinance and desired to have incentives for those making applications. Ms. 011ie stated that she would
research and get back with the Commissioners.
RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION
Chair Chandler reconvened the Commission into Regular Session at 7:50pm
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stone, and seconded by Commissioner Hoermann, to adjourn the
meeting at 7:51PM.A vote was taken and carried 5 -0, Commissioner Kenfield departing earlier.
Joe Chandler, Chair
ATTEST:
Mary Bradley,Administrative Assistant
Minutes August 26,2021
Historic Review
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CITY OF
AGENDA REPORT
Department: Planning Account Code:
Prepared By: Renae' 011ie
Subject
Discuss and Review the Downtown Historic District, Section 6.3 of the Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 58, Article II Landmarks
of the Code of Ordinances.
Recommendation
P eview and Direction
Discussion
The last updates to Section 6.3 DTH were conducted in 2015. Staff is seeking direction from the Commission on updates to
the ordinance. Such amendments include,but are not limited to district boundaries and landmarks.
In summary,the proposed amendments include:
• Better define routine maintenance
• Accessory structures
• Demolition&Relocation section.
• Signage
• Landmarks
Financial Summary/Strategic Goals
Ties in with the City's mission statement: Honoring our past; Embracing our present; Planning our Future.
Meets the following Strategic Goals: Economic Growth: Support and grow our local economy
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ARTICLE 6 SPECIAL PURPOSE AND OVERLAY DISTRICTS
SECTION 6.3 DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT (DTH)
A. Purpose
Wylie's downtown has been identified by the Comprehensive Plan as a valuable resource worthy
of preservation as a historic district. This district provides development and design standards that
preserve the historic and architectural character of existing development, provides for adaptive
reuse of existing buildings, and the compatibility of new structures and uses with the historic
nature of downtown.
A contributing building and/or structure is one which retains a high degree of architectural
integrity that adds to the overall historic character of the district, and was built during the period
of significance for the district, generally more than 50 years ago.
A non-contributing building and/or structure means a building not contributing to the historic
significance of the district and does not add to the district's sense of time and place, and
historical development; or one where the location, design, setting, materials, workmanship,
feeling, and association have been so altered or have so deteriorated that the overall integrity of
the building has been irretrievably lost. Generally, less than 50 years old.
B. District Boundaries
1. The Downtown Historic District(DTH) is generally bounded by State Highway 78 on the
south, Cottonbelt Avenue on the west, from Eliot Street to Brown Street, and including
property north of Brown Street on Keefer, and to the eastern property line of those lots
facing west on Second Street from Brown Street to the north and Marble Street to the
south, and those properties north of Brown Street along Ballard Avenue facing east and
continuing north to Tract 4 of the Samuel B. Shelby Abstract and approximately 100 feet
of frontage of those lots facing west and continuing north parallel to Ballard Avenue and
encompassing all of Block 1, Lot 5 of the Russell #01 Addition and Block 1, Tract 49 of
the James Truett Abstract.
2. The precise boundaries of the Downtown Historic District shall be shown on the official
zoning map of the City of Wylie. The boundaries of the Downtown Historic District may
be amended from time to time based on a request from area property owners, a request of
the staff, the Commission, or at the pleasure of the Council. In considering a request for a
change in district boundaries, the Council shall require:
a. Any additions to the district shall be contiguous to the existing boundaries of the
district;
b. Any reductions in the district shall be located on the edge of the district such that a
hole is not left inside the district; and
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c. If requested by a property owner, a petition shall be presented showing owners of
more than 50 percent of the land within the district, excluding streets, and owners of
more than 50 percent of the building sites in the district are in support of the
requested change in boundaries.
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C. General Provisions
1. Site plan and design review submitted to the Planning Department is required for new
construction and substantial renovation of existing buildings within the Downtown
Historic District. All demolition request and work for contributing buildings and/or
structures that do not qualify as routine maintenance must be reviewed by the Historic
Review Commission
a. Historic Review Commission (HRC) shall be appointed by the City Council and
shall consist of seven (7) members in accordance with Ordinance 2013-17, and as
amended.
b. The HRC will be responsible for reviewing and recommending an action to the
Planning and Zoning Commission and/or the City Council for proposed new
construction or substantial renovation, revisions to the ordinance, and planning
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efforts to fulfill the purpose of the Downtown Historic Ordinance and to consider
future amendments and long range goals of the District.
c. Submission of Plans. A completed application shall be submitted with a fee,
accompanied by the following, and any other necessary documents required by
the Planning Department.
i. Site Plan showing existing and proposed structures and improvements
ii. Interior floor plan showing all spaces, doors and windows
iii. Exterior elevations including
1. Existing &proposed changes
2. Doors &windows
3. Architectural features
4. Trim details
5. Material details
iv. Roof Plan
v. Accessory Structures
vi. Sections (for additions)
2. Substantial renovations as listed below require review by the HRC and City Council:
a. Alterations to the exterior of existing buildings that change the placement or
design of windows, doors or other exterior features of the building such as coping
or pilasters;
b. An increase in the floor area of the building greater than 10 percent.
c. Adding new exterior building materials that do not match the existing materials.
d. Interior renovation of existing buildings that alter the exterior appearance of the
building (e.g., a drop ceiling that covers part of an existing window)
3. Common routine maintenance items as listed below may be reviewed at staff level.
a. Installation of an awning located on an accessory building, or on the rear facade
of a main building.
b. Shingle replacement that does not include a change in color or style.
c. Siding replacement that meets the requirements of this ordinance.
d. Application of paint that is the same color as the existing or that is an appropriate
dominant, trim, or accent color and part of an historic color palette.
e. The process of cleaning (including but not limited to low-pressure water-blasting
and stripping,but excluding sandblasting and high-pressure water blasting.
f. Painting, replacing, duplicating or stabilizing deteriorated or damaged
architectural features (including but not limited to roofing, windows, columns,
and siding) in order to maintain the structure and to slow deterioration.
g. Interior renovation of existing buildings that do not alter the exterior appearance
of the building.
4. Physical properties of an existing building such as setbacks, foot prints, height, or other
similar characteristics that cannot be altered without substantial hardship are not required
to meet the development or design standards within this article. All other provisions shall
apply.
i. All new development shall comply with the Site Design Standards
included in Subsection 4, and the Architectural Standards in Subsection 5.
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D. Permitted Uses
1. The Downtown Historic District may contain any combination of uses shown in the Use
Chart in Article 5, Section 5.1.
2. Within the Downtown Historic District there are both residential and nonresidential uses
which may be located in either residential structures or commercial structures. To
maintain the architectural and historic character of existing blocks where one type of
structure predominates, the following regulations shall apply.
a. Residential uses may be in residential structures or commercial structures. Residential
uses in commercial structures are only allowed if they occupy less than 40 percent of
the floor area of the building; and do not occupy the area adjacent to the street front.
b. Nonresidential uses may be in residential or commercial structures. Nonresidential
uses in residential structures must be in those blocks where existing residential
structures predominate.
c. In block faces within the District that are currently developed with residential
structures, new construction shall be of historic design. Either residential or
nonresidential uses may be located in the residential structures.
d. In block faces within the Downtown Historic District that are currently developed
with commercial structures, new construction shall be of historic design.
e. Only residential uses are permitted for those lots along Cotton Belt Avenue, and along
Keefer Street from Elliot Street on the south to Brown Street on the north, as depicted
in Figure 6.1 and on the official zoning map of the City of Wylie.
E. Downtown Historic District Development and Design Standards and Guidelines
1. All properties must meet requirements provided in this section for Site Design, and
Architectural Standards.
2. Purpose of Downtown Historic District Design Standards. The purpose of these
design standards is to ensure the preservation of the historic and architectural qualities
which make the Downtown Historic District a unique place by permitting new
development compatible with existing historic buildings and by maintaining the historic
and architectural qualities of existing buildings.
a. Site Design Standards. The purpose of the Site Design Standards is to provide for
building and parking placement compatible with existing development.
b. Architectural. Standards. The purpose of the Architectural Standards is to provide for
the preservation of existing historic and architectural qualities of Downtown Wylie,
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ensure new construction is compatible with these qualities, and to protect and
promote the uniqueness of downtown as a commercial area.
c. Encourage the retention of original architectural elements:
i. Wood Windows
ii. Wood Doors
iii. Columns
iv. Chimneys
v. Porches
vi. Trim
d. Discourage:
i. Painting original brick that has never been painted
ii. The removal or replacement of original windows and doors
iii. The enclosure of porches
iv. The use of hardy board products except along ground
v. The use of vinyl windows
3. Standards and Guidelines for Demolitions and Relocation. Each historic style in
Wylie is eyutilly important, just as each house and the way it has, or will„ develop is
important. The historic district designation is not meant to freeze the neighborhood in
time, but rather to guide the ueic;hhorhood into the future, The most significant events
that affect the change of character in a historic district are remodeling, demolition and
neww,, construction, When alterhIg an existing structures or constructing a new home in the;
district, it is important to di-toy upon the context (tithe local neighborhood for inspir Mon.
This does not mean that new construction should mimic existing homes, However, nesyr
construction should be sympathetic to the existing l:ruildin typologies within the district
and, more specifically, hi the sub district and block lace, inapplicable
4. Site Design Standards
a. Building Placement- Commercial Structures
i. Buildings shall be placed on the front property line. Buildings may be
moved back from the front property line a total of four feet to provide for
wider sidewalks and entries, if: The buildings takes up an entire block
face; or is located on a corner; or has a total frontage of more than 50
percent of the block face.
ii. New commercial structures shall be allowed only in block faces which are
predominantly developed with existing commercial structures, or are
predominately vacant land.
iii. Buildings shall be placed on the side property line. Buildings may be
moved back from the side property line a total of four feet to provide for
wider sidewalks and entries when the side property line is along a street.
iv. Buildings that go through a block so that they have frontage on two
parallel streets, shall treat each frontage as a main façade.
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v. New commercial structures shall construct at least a six (6) foot wide
sidewalk.
b. Building Placement- Residential Structures
i New single family residential structures are only allowed in blocks which
are predominantly developed with existing residential structures.
ii Residential structures shall conform with the front yard, side yard and rear
yard setbacks of existing residential buildings on the block face. Front
yard and rear yard setbacks will be deemed to be in conformity if they are
within five feet of the average of the existing setback on either side of the
new construction. Side yard setbacks shall be no closer than the side yard
setback adjacent to the new construction or 20 feet whichever is less. On
corner lots, side yards shall be treated as front yards and shall be the same
as that required for the primary front yard.
iii Accessory structures such as garages, sheds, greenhouses etc. shall be
located in a separate structure from the main building, be visually
compatible with the main building and,
1. Shall not extend beyond a platted side or rear building line adjacent to a
street. If no building line exists adjacent to a street on an approved plat,
the accessory structure shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet from
the side or rear property line.
2. Shall not be located closer than five (5) feet to the side property line when
the accessory structure is located behind the main building.
3. When the accessory structure is located in the side yard, the setback for
the accessory structure will be the same as the setback requirement for the
main building.
4. No accessory structure shall be located within the front yard setback.
iv New residential structures shall construct at least a six (6) foot wide
sidewalk.
c. Parking for Nonresidential Uses
i Onsite surface parking shall generally not be placed in the required front
yard and shall generally be separated from public streets by the building
which it serves. Exceptions to this requirement include:
a. A lot that is used entirely for surface parking with no listed use in
accordance with Section 5.2.
b. Surface parking on corner lots or lots with frontage on 2 or more public
streets shall comply with the above parking requirements along at least
one street frontage.
c. Where onsite surface parking is constructed to serve existing buildings or
additions to existing buildings, the above parking requirements shall not
apply.
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ii Existing nonresidential uses may be renovated, reconstructed, and
expanded up to 10 percent of their original floor area without having to
comply with these parking standards.
iii Commercial Uses less than 4,000 square feet in a block face with existing
historic commercial buildings shall not be required to provide off-street
parking.
iv Commercial Uses over 4,000 square feet will be required to provide
off-street parking under the following standards:
1 A minimum of 50% of all required parking, in accordance with Article 5
Use Charts of this Ordinance, shall be located on site as required by
specified use. All on-site parking shall be placed a minimum of 10 feet
behind the front facade of the building with a landscape buffer provided.
2 Alternative materials, such as pavestones and grasspavers can be used for
driveways and parking spaces, subject to approval of the City Engineer.
3 Up to 25 percent of the required parking can be provided by on-street
parking in front or to the side of the building with approval of the City
Engineer.
4 The remainder of the required parking can be provided by off-site parking
facilities within 1,000 feet of the site. No off-street parking can be
developed with frontage on Ballard Street or the block face on the east
side of Jackson Street.
5 Upon a finding that a parking reduction is necessary to preserve historic
buildings and maintain the design integrity of the Downtown Historic
District, the Commission may grant parking variances up to a maximum of
75 percent of the required parking.
v Off-street parking lots with over 20 spaces are required to have
landscaping and lighting that meets the standards for other nonresidential
developments. (Article 4, Section 4.3)
5. Architectural Design Standards
a. Street Facade—Commercial Structures
i. Primary street facades for nonresidential buildings in the Downtown Historic
District shall have the following basic features of existing historic buildings:
1. Cornice at top of facade;
2. Display windows with transom windows above and lower window panels below.
3. Pilasters that divide the facade vertically and separate the display windows units
into discrete visual elements.
4. Second floor windows, recessed with multiple lights, lintels, and sills.
ii. Architectural elements such as doors, windows, awnings, canopies and
architectural details shall be compatible with the overall visual qualities existing
within the historic buildings downtown. Maintain as much of the original basic
façade as possible. The basic facade consists of three parts: the storefront, with
large display windows and transom; the upper façade, with large regularly spaced
windows; and the decorative cornice.
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iii. Choice of color for the primary facade, various architectural elements, or details
shall be in conformance with the color scheme existing within downtown and
appropriate for the historic and architectural character of the commercial
structure. (Sherwin Williams Preservation Palette, Valspar Historic Color Palette
or equal would be an approved color palette)
iv. In addition to the above, all commercial structures shall have at least two of the
following desirable design features as appropriate:
1. Street facades on side streets that meet the requirement for primary facades; or
2. Buildings on corners which create a diagonal corner cut with the entrance on
the corner; or
3. Pediments added to the top of the facade; or
4. Decorative brickwork and architectural detailing on or around the cornice,
fascia, pilasters, or around windows; or
5. Use of natural wooden doors with glass windows; or
6. Projecting canopies and or awnings placed over the ground floor windows and
doors
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b. Street Facade—Residential Structures
(1) Residential structures within the Downtown Historic District shall have the
following basic features of existing residential structures in the district, as
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appropriate to the architectural style of the building. These features are depicted
in the following illustration for definitional purposes.
1. Covered porches integrated into the front facade of the main structure;
2. Multiplicity of roof forms;
3. Columns and railings defining porch;
4. Windows with multiple lights;
5. High pitch roof lines; and
6. Architectural detailing of gables, window and door casings, eave lines, and
foundations.
Residential structures shall face the main street
Residential structures that have a room projecting from the primary line of the front
facade shall have a covered porch across the inset portion of the facade.
Residential structures which do not have any projecting rooms shall have a covered
porch across at least two thirds of the width of the facade.
Porches on residential structures shall be covered with a roof that is integral to the
main roof of the structure, or covered with a roof that is a substantial architectural
element integral to the design of the front facade.
Porches shall have columns and railings around the edge of the porch except for the
entrances steps.
Choice of color for the primary facade, various architectural elements, or details shall
be in conformance with the color scheme appropriate for the architectural style of
the residential structure. (Sherwin Williams Preservation Palette, Valspar Historic
Color Palette or equal would be an approved color palette)
In addition to the above all residential structures shall have at least two of the
following desirable design features as appropriate:
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1. Use of skirting along the base of the building, in a manner appropriate to the
architectural design of the building; Skirting materials shall be durable,
suitable for exterior exposure, and installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's installation instructions. Skirting shall be secured as necessary
to ensure stability, to minimize vibrations, or minimize susceptibility to wind
damage; or
2. Use of foundation plantings to soften and conceal the foundation; or
3. Use of architectural detailing appropriate to the architectural style of the
building. Architectural detailing includes but is not limited to elements such as
carving in porch rails, turned stiles, use of ornamentation around windows,
doors, eave lines, porches, and decorative windows and materials within
gables.
c. Building Proportions—Commercial Structures
i. Overall height of single story commercial buildings in the Downtown Historic
District shall be between 18 and 26 feet.
ii. The proportion of the height to width of the facade between pilasters shall be in
the range of 2.5 to 1 to 3 to 1. The basic window units shall be between 2 to 2.5
times the remaining height to the top of the cornice.
iii. The ground floor facade shall have at least 45 percent of its area in transparent
windows, or doors. The second floor facade shall have at least 20 percent of its
area in windows. The area of windows includes any mullions framing individual
lights within the window frame.
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iv. The building height shall not exceed thirty-five (35') feet at the highest point of
the cornice and up to forty (40') feet for architectural elements including but not
limited to turrets,pinnacles and pediments.
d. Building Proportions—Residential Structures
i. Residential structures within the Downtown Historic District may be a maximum
of two stories in height, so long as the second floor is located under the roof over
the first floor. Dormers and/or windows in the gable end of the roof shall be used
to provide light and air.
ii. Residential structures shall have a minimum roof pitch of 8:12.
iii. The building height shall not exceed thirty-five (35') feet at the roof ridge and up
to forty (40') feet for architectural elements including but not limited to turrets,
pinnacles.
e. Building Materials - Commercial Structures
The base facade materials for commercial structures within the Downtown Historic
District shall be brick or stone. Architectural details, trim, window or door framing
may be wood, stone, cast stone, cast iron, or other materials compatible with the
historic and architectural character of the Downtown Historic District.
f. Building Materials—Residential Structures
i. The primary exterior material for residential structures within the Downtown
Historic District shall be wood siding and/or composite masonry materials having
a wood pattern.
ii. The width of the siding shall be between four and five inches in width.
iii. Renovation to existing residential structures should use materials which are
compatible with the existing residential structure. Adherence to these material
standards are encouraged where appropriate and/or possible.
iv. Vertical siding is prohibited.
v. All development is defined by the base, middle and roof elements with particular
attention to the front facade as this is the section that defines the character of the
streetscape for the DTH. See Figure 6-4.
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g. Fencing—Commercial Structures
Any fencing for commercial structures within the Downtown Historic District shall
be in the rear of the building not visible from the street.
h. Fencing—Residential Structures
i. Fencing placed in the front of the residential structure shall be limited as follows:
a. Height not to exceed 3 feet;
b. At least 50 percent of the surface area of the fence shall be open and
transparent;
c. Made from wood or wrought iron. Masonry or brick may be used for columns
with wood or wrought iron fence panels;
d. Have the posts and rails facing the inside of the fence.
ii. Fences placed in the side or rear yard shall be permitted to a height of 8 feet
maximum and shall be constructed of wood or wrought iron. Masonry or brick
may be used for columns with wood or wrought iron fence panels All fences
placed in front of the residential building shall be decorative in design.
iii. Fences placed behind the residential building shall conform to fencing
requirements for single family development elsewhere in the city.
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6. Signs
Purpose: All signs in this section are applicable to the Downtown Historic District only
and are not appropriate to any other zoning district. The purpose of this section is not to
regulate the content of any sign, but to regulate the area, material, and placement of new
signs and alterations made to existing signs and to ensure consistency and to preserve the
Downtown Historic District as a desirable area that is pleasing and visually attractive.
a. General Provisions:
(i) Pole sign means any sign erected on a vertical framework consisting of one
upright supported by the ground and where there is a physical separation between
the base of the sign and the ground.
(ii) Signs shall be constructed of materials that are not subject to deterioration when
exposed to the weather. Internally illuminated signs must be constructed of
non-combustible material or approved plastics.
(iii) New signs should respect the size, scale and design of the historic building.
(iv) New signs should not obscure significant features of the historic building. (Signs
above a storefront should fit within the historic signboard for example.)
(v) No sign permitted under the regulations of this section shall be installed without
first obtaining zoning clearance and a sign permit.
b. Signs for Residential Structures
i The sign area of any one face shall not exceed sixteen (16) square feet in area.
The sign area of a pole sign shall not comprise more than seventy percent (70%)
of the entire sign structure.
ii The maximum height of a pole sign structure shall be six (6) feet when no lighting
is included. The maximum height of a pole sign structure shall be eight (8) feet
when a globe type light is included.
iii Logos and symbols may be illuminated or backlit by fluorescent fixtures. The use
of indirect lighting is also allowed.
iv The use of a fluorescent color on a sign is prohibited.
v No more than one pole sign may be displayed on a premise at any given time.
vi The sign may be placed adjacent to the public right-of-way, provided it does not
encroach on the sight visibility triangle and is a minimum of six feet from the
outside face of curb.
vii Single acorn type luminaires, flutes, moldings or other traditional details are
strongly preferred. See Figure 6-5.
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i The size of the sign shall be in proportion to the building and the neighboring
structures and signs.
ii The total maximum allowable sign area for each building face is one square foot
per one linear foot of a single tenant, not to exceed 70 square feet, whichever is
less.
iii The total maximum allowable sign area for each building face is one square foot
per one and one-half(1-1/2) linear foot of a multi-tenant building, not to exceed
100 square feet whichever is less.
iv Signs shall be mounted or erected so they do not obscure the architectural features
or openings of a building.
v No sign or portion of a sign shall extend above the cornice line at the top of the
building face. Roof top signs are prohibited.
vi For buildings without a recognizable style, the sign shall adopt the decorative
features of the building, utilizing the same materials and colors.
vii The structural materials of the sign should match the historic materials of the
building. Wood, metal, stucco, stone or brick, is allowed. Plastic, vinyl or similar
materials are prohibited. Neon, resin to give the appearance of wood, and fabric
may be used as appropriate.
viii Attached signs may only be illuminated utilizing internal lighting. Exterior letters
with exposed neon lighting are allowed.
d. Window Signs
Window signs do not require a permit or a permit fee. Window Signs must meet the
following regulations:
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i. Window Signs must not obscure more than 20 percent of the window area per
façade.
ii. No illuminated Window Signs shall be allowed within two feet of the window
surface, except for open/closed signs.
e. Awning Signs
i. An Awning may extend the full length of the wall of the building to which it is
attached and shall solely be supported by the exterior wall of the building. The
awning sign shall be no more than six feet (6') in height and shall not be placed
less than eight feet(8') above the sidewalk.
ii. Artwork or copy on Awning Signs shall be limited to a business name and or
logo.
iii. The artwork or copy for an Awning Sign shall not exceed twenty percent(20%) of
the area of the Awning and shall extend for no more than sixty percent (60%) of
the length of the Awning.
f. Projecting Signs
i Signs shall be constructed of noncombustible material.
ii Signs shall not project more than three feet (3'), measured from the building face
and shall not be closer than two feet (2') from the back of the curb line.
iii Bottom of the sign shall be at least 8 feet above the sidewalk.
iv Signs shall be compatible in design, shape, and material with the architectural and
historic character of the building.
v Signs shall not exceed sixteen(16) square feet per sign face.
g. Canopy Signs
i A Canopy Sign is a permanent structure that is supported by the building or by a
support extending to the ground directly under the canopy. The Canopy Sign may
be attached to, or be an integral part of the face of a canopy.
ii A Canopy Sign may consist of only the name and/or logo of the business at the
location of the canopy.
iii The artwork or copy on a Canopy Sign shall not exceed ten percent of the face of
the canopy, or a maximum of twenty-five (25) square feet, whichever is greater.
iv An illuminated stripe may be incorporated into a canopy. The stripe may extend
along the entire length of the face of the canopy. The width or thickness of the
stripe shall be limited to one-third of the vertical dimension of the face of the
canopy. The internal illumination of a canopy is limited to the portions of the
canopy face on which a sign or stripe is permitted.
h. Special Events Banner Signs
i A Special Event Banner sign is composed of cloth, plastic, canvas or other light
fabric.
ii Only banners promoting or supporting local community events will be permitted
over public right-of-ways.
iii An application to place a banner over a public right-of-way shall be submitted to
the Building Inspections Department at least 10 days before the date to be
installed.
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iv The City of Wylie may erect and remove banners over public right-of-way.
Banners may only be installed at locations approved by the City.
v The maximum banner size allowed is 4 x 36 feet, unless extended over the public
right-of-way. Banners must be in good repair at all times.
vi The banner may remain a maximum of fourteen (14) days. A maximum of two
banners can be hung for each event with placement of the second banner provided
as space allows. Only one banner will be hung at each location.
vii When a banner over the public right-of-way is removed, the applicant is
responsible for picking up the banner from the City of Wylie Service Center
within ten (10) working days of the removal date. A late fee of $50 will be
charged for banners left after the ten (10) day period. Unclaimed banners will be
disposed of 30-days after removal date.
viii Banners not defined as Special Events Banners are regulated by the City's current
Sign Ordinance and as amended.
i. A-Frame/Sandwich Board Signs
(i) No more than one a-frame or sandwich board sign per business shall be allowed,
and a minimum of four feet of clear sidewalk shall be maintained at all times.
The sign shall be sufficiently weighted or anchored to prevent movement by wind
or other elements.
(ii) No a-frame or sandwich board sign shall exceed eight square feet per face or four
feet in height. The entire sign structure shall be calculated as the total of sign area.
j. Materials suggested for use for signs are finished hardwoods, or softwoods. Materials
not allowed include, but are not limited to, fluorescent materials,paper or fluorescent
paints.Exempt Incidental Signs. Small incidental signs can be installed along a
business frontage without permit approval from the City. Incidental signs are
commonly seen as menu boards, open signs, small window signs noting hours of
operation, and small hanging signs. Incidental signs do not include other signs
specifically listed within this ordinance. Although a permit is not required for these
type signs, the following guidelines must be maintained.
i No more than three (3) incidental signs per building entrance.
ii Maximum area allowed is 3 sq. ft. each, with a total cumulative area not to
exceed 7 sq. ft.;
iii Incidental signs that project over or into a pedestrian right-of-way must be at
least 7'-6" above the sidewalk;
iv Cannot project beyond the awning;
v Cannot extend above the awning;
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ARTICLE II. - LANDMARKS
Sec. 58-21. - Landmark designation on perpetual monthly basis.
On a monthly basis in perpetuity, historic landmarks, if they are edifices or locations which are distinctive
and important elements of the city's cultural, social, economic, political, archaeological and architectural
history, shall be designated as historical landmarks of the city.
(Code 1991, ch. 1, §§ 15.00, 15.01; Code 1997, § 58-31; Code 2005, § 58-21; Ord. No. 90-11, § 1, 8-28-1990)
Sec. 58-22. - City council to designate.
Designation of city landmarks will be made by the city council. Designations may be initiated by a
property owner, the historical society of the city, the city council or the planning and zoning commission.
(Code 1991, ch. 1, § 15.02; Code 1997, § 58-32; Code 2005, § 58-22; Ord. No. 90-11, § 2, 8-28-1990)
Sec. 58-23. - Markers.
(a) Designated landmarks will be awarded markers based on the category of selection.
(b) Historical edifices and similarly small sites shall be designated with a marker detailing the
historical significance of the edifice or site.
(c) Historical zones, areas and residential neighborhoods shall, where possible in cooperation with
the parks and recreation department, be provided with a conspicuous and attractive landscaped
area with a marker detailing the historical significance of the zone, area or residential
neighborhood.
(Code 1991, ch. 1, § 15.03; Code 1997, § 58-33; Code 2005, § 58-23; Ord. No. 90-11, § 3, 8-28-1990)
Sec. 58-24. - City to take into account all landmarks when making improvements.
The city council, when considering normal city improvements such as lighting, pavement or landscaping,
shall, where designated historic landmarks exist, make every effort to ensure that such improvements are in
keeping with and enhance the appearance of the landmark edifice or site.
(Code 1991, ch. 1, § 15.04; Code 1997, § 58-34; Code 2005, § 58-24; Ord. No. 90-11, § 4, 8-28-1990)
Sec. 58-25. - Participation in state Main Street Center Program.
The city council in recognition of the need to protect, preserve and promote the existing town center, i.e.,
North Ballard Street Business District, declares official desire to participate in the state Main Street Center
Program. To begin the process, the city council instructs the city manager to contact and cooperate with the
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city chamber of commerce and the historical society of the city in presenting a plan to the sta
Center for consideration in inclusion in the state Main Street Program.
(Code 1991, ch. 1, § 15.05; Code 1997, § 58-35; Code 2005, § 58-25; Ord. No. 90-11, § 5, 8-28-1990)
Secs. 58-26-58-50. - Reserved.
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Historic Review Commission
CITY OF
AGENDA REPORT
Department: Planning Account Code:
Prepared By: Renae' 011ie
Subject
Discuss the rezoning of the area on North Keefer Street.
Recommendation
It irection.
Discussion
Staff is seeking direction from the Commission on rezoning the area on North Keefer Street to allow commercial and
residential uses.
Financial Summary/Strategic Goals
Ties in with the City's mission statement: Honoring our past; Embracing our present; Planning our Future.
Meets the following Strategic Goals: Economic Growth: Support and grow our local economy.
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