Attendance Policy Update – Click Here to Check Attendance
Effective Immediately: Mecklenburg County’s attendance policy requires Commissioners to attend 65% of all regularly scheduled committee meetings from the time one’s term begins until the end of that calendar year and each subsequent calendar year thereafter. The inclusion of special and assigned subcommittee meetings is no longer applicable. Commissioners must be present for 50% of a meeting in order to be counted present at that meeting.
Effective January 1, 2018: members cannot miss three consecutive regularly scheduled committee meetings.
5. Design Review Committee Report — Joe Elliott
6. Survey Committee Report — Jeff Parsons
7. Treasurer’s Report — Nathan Clark
8. Projects Committee Report — Mark Miller
9. Old Business
10. New Business
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission ADA Statement
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will make reasonable accommodations in all programs to enable participation by an individual with a disability who meets essential eligibility requirements. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission programs will be available in the most integrated setting for each individual. If any accommodations are necessary for participation in any program, meeting, or service, participants are encouraged to notify us at (704) 376-9115 or by email, stewart.gray@mecklenburgcountync.gov or at 2100 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207 at least one week prior to commencement.
THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO RECOMMEND TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT IT APPROVE THE EXPENDITURE OF UP TO $4,000 FOR BOWERS MEDIA GROUP, INC. TO PRODUCE A VIDEO DOCUMENTARY ON THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND PROMISE OF THE HLC REVOLVING FUND, WHICH WILL BE NO LESS THAN FOUR MINUTES IN LENGTH, AND WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT THE HLC CONSULTING DIRECTOR WILL HAVE CREATIVE CONTROL AND THAT THE HLC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE WILL HAVE TO APPROVE WHATEVER ADDITIONAL CHARGES MIGHT BE SUBMITTED FOR PAYMENT.
The applicant proposes to add an addition to the rear of the Hennigan Place. Changes to the interior of the house would be limited to converting the existing kitchen into a dining room, and the conversion of the keeping room into a bathroom and a laundry.
THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT THE COA APPLICATION AS PRESENTED FOR MATERIAL ALTERATIONS TO THE HENNIGAN PLACE, 3603 TILLEY MORRIS ROAD, MATTHEWS, N.C., BE APPROVED.
b. Rural Hill Plantation, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville – S&R Report
Rural Hill Plantation
The applicant proposes to build a dog-trot log house on the property. A house was proposed at the same location in a master plan for the historic property in 2001, and the master plan was approved by the HLC. A log house was proposed for a nearby location in a 2011 master plan.
THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT THE COA APPLICATION AS PRESENTED FOR MATERIAL ALTERATIONS TO RURAL HILL PLANTATION, 4431 NECK ROAD, HUNTERSVILLE, N.C., BE APPROVED WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT THE FINAL DESIGN WILL INCLUDE INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE IDENTIFYING THE BUILDING AS A REPLICA BUILDING, AND THAT THE METAL ROOF FINISH AND THE DESIGN AND MATERIALS OF THE BRICK CHIMNEYS WILL BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY HLC STAFF IN COORDINATION WITH THE DESIGN REVIEW CHAIR.
7. Survey Committee Report — Jeff Parsons
a. Presentation of the S&R Report on Rudisill Gold Mine, 317 West Summit Avenue, Charlotte – S&R Report
A Stamp Mill Building Erected In The 1930s At The Rudisill Hill Gold Mine
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF RECOMMENDS THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION SUSPEND THE PROCESSING OF THE PUMP SHAFT HEAD OF THE RUDISILL GOLD MINE FOR PROSPECTIVE HISTORIC LANDMARK DESIGNATION AND NOTIFY THE CHARLOTTE HISTORIC DISTRICTS COMMISSION OF THE SPECIAL HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AND REQUEST THAT THE CHARLOTTE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION NOTIFY THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION IF AN APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FOR THE MATERIAL ALTERATION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY HAS BEEN RECEIVED BY THE CHARLOTTE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION.
b. Authorization for Dr. Dan Morrill to Prepare a Survey and Research Report on the Wilmore School. In keeping with HLC approved arrangements, the HLC Consulting Director would receive a stipend of $2000 for the preparation of the report.
Wilmore School
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Public Schools has stated it will not oppose historic landmark designation for the property. The property has been declared as surplus property, and the City is considering acquisition.
THE PROJECTS COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO RECOMMEND TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT IT LIST THE TORRENCE-LYTLE SCHOOL, 302 HOLBROOKS ROAD, HUNTERSVILLE, N.C., IF THE OCTOBER 11TH CLOSING DATE IS NOT ACTED UPON.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission ADA Statement
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will make reasonable accommodations in all programs to enable participation by an individual with a disability who meets essential eligibility requirements. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission programs will be available in the most integrated setting for each individual. If any accommodations are necessary for participation in any program, meeting, or service, participants are encouraged to notify us at (704) 376-9115 or by email, stewart.gray@mecklenburgcountync.gov or at 2100 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207 at least one week prior to commencement.
THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT THE EXPENDITURE OF DISCRETIONARY FUNDS BE AS FOLLOWS: PREPARATION OF SURVEY AND RESEARCH REPORTS – $20,000; TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE – $5,000; EDUCATION – $4,000; SURVEY OF HUNTERSVILLE AND ITS EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION – $8,500 WITH THE PROVISION THAT STAFF SEEK APPROVAL OF THE TOWN OF HUNTERSVILLE TO PAY UP TO 50% OF PROJECT COSTS; RESERVE – $2,500.
The applicant proposed to demolish the building, and install a plaque detailing the history of the building, similar to the example shown below. Photo documentation of the exterior and interior of the building will also be provided by the owner.
THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT THE COA APPLICATION FOR DEMOLITION OF THE QUERY-SPIVEY-MCGEE BUILDING, 600 S. COLLEGE STREET, CHARLOTTE, N.C., BE APPROVED WITH THE CONTINGENCY THAT A PLAQUE DETAILING THE HISTORY OF THE BUILDING BE INSTALLED AND PHOTO DOCUMENTATION OF THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING BE PROVIDED TO THE COMMISSION.
a. Presentation of the S&R Report on Former Charlotte Fire Station Number Ten, 2136 Remount Road, Charlotte — S&R Report
THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION (HLC) THAT THE HLC RECOMMEND TO THE CHARLOTTE CITY COUNCIL THAT IT DESIGNATE THE FORMER CHARLOTTE FIRE STATION NUMBER 10, 2136 REMOUNT ROAD, CHARLOTTE, N.C., AS A HISTORIC LANDMARK. THE LANDMARK SHALL INCLUDE THE INTERIOR OF THE BUILDING, THE EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING, AND THE ENTIRE TAX PARCEL ASSOCIATED WITH THE SUBJECT PROPERTY.
b. Consideration of Future Areas of Concentration for Preparing Survey and Research Reports
THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION (HLC) THAT THE HLC FUND A SURVEY AND RESEARCH REPORT ON THE RUDISIL GOLD MINE, WEST SUMMIT AVENUE, CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission ADA Statement
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will make reasonable accommodations in all programs to enable participation by an individual with a disability who meets essential eligibility requirements. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission programs will be available in the most integrated setting for each individual. If any accommodations are necessary for participation in any program, meeting, or service, participants are encouraged to notify us at (704) 376-9115 or by email, stewart.gray@mecklenburgcountync.gov or at 2100 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207 at least one week prior to commencement.
A. Johnston Building, 212 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte — S&R Report
The applicant proposes to replace an existing non-original ATM near the front entrance with a new metal doorway. The existing awning over the entrance would be removed and two smaller awnings would be installed on the adjacent bays. Two new doorways would be cut into the south side elevation, and a wooden wall feature and deck would be installed in the alley. Two new interior frameless-glass storefronts would be installed in the lobby area to define a new restaurant space. A back-of-house staircase would be constructed connecting the new restaurant space with the basement.
There was no quorum at the Design Review Committee. The Committee unanimously voted to recommend that the plans as presented be conceptually approved, with the exception of the proposed exterior wood cladding that would surround the new side entrance. The applicant has revised the plans and now seeks approval for a COA for the project.
B. Phillips House and Morris Barn, 131 W. Charles Street, Matthews — S&R Report
The applicant proposes to add a large rear dormer, reconfigure the kitchen and rear bathroom, demolish the existing CMU garage, and construct a new garage.There was no quorum at the Design Review Committee. The Committee requested that the applicant produce additional plans reflecting more a more differentiated rear addition, and produce a site plan showing the location of the proposed garage and fence. The Committee voted unanimously that the plans could be presented directly to the HLC at their August meeting. Staff and Committee members have reviewed the revised plans and there is a consensus that the revised plans are appropriate.
The applicant proposes to add an addition to the rear of the house and reconfigure the original rear rooms. The Design Review Committee requested that the applicant reduce the height of the proposed rear addition. Below are two sets of plans. The first set shows the addition as first proposed. Staff believes that both options meet the Secretary of the Interiors Standards for Rehabilitation, and that both are appropriate. The applicant prefers the taller addition. The second set shows the addition with a reduced height and a comparison of the two plans.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission ADA Statement
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission will make reasonable accommodations in all programs to enable participation by an individual with a disability who meets essential eligibility requirements. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission programs will be available in the most integrated setting for each individual. If any accommodations are necessary for participation in any program, meeting, or service, participants are encouraged to notify us at (704) 376-9115 or by email, stewart.gray@mecklenburgcountync.gov or at 2100 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207 at least one week prior to commencement.
