1.  Consideration of Minutes  Click Here for February 12th Minutes

2.  Chair’s Report — Len Norman

3.  Director’s Report — Dan Morrill  Click Here For Director’s Report

4.  Design Review Committee Report — Joe Elliott

5.  Survey Committee Report — Jeff Parsons

Consideration of the Survey and Research Report on the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, 3712 Monroe Road, Charlotte  Click Here for S&R Report

Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery

This property was put on the HLC’s Study List in 2015. Staff believes that the Survey and Research report successfully makes the case for special significance for this property.

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT IT PROCESS THE ANTIOCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH CEMETERY, 3712 MONROE ROAD, CHARLOTTE, N.C., FOR PROSPECTIVE HISTORIC LANDMARK DESIGNATION, INCLUDING THE ENTIRE TAX PARCEL UPON WHICH THE ANTIOCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH CEMETERY IS LOCATED, AND THAT THE RECOMMENDATION BE CONSIDERED BY THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION AT ITS MARCH 2018 MEETING SO THAT HLC STAFF CAN VISIT THE SITE. 

6.  Treasurer’s Report — Nathan Clark  Click Here for the Revolving Fund Statement

7.  Projects Committee Report — Mark Miller  Click Here for Projects Committee Minutes

a.  Prospective Purchase Of The Wadsworth House, 400 South Summit Avenue, Charlotte, N.C.  Click Here for S&R Report

This matter will be considered in closed session.

Wadsworth House

b.  Prospective Purchase Of The Tena Wallace Cabin Property, 9425 Robinson Church Road, Charlotte, N.C.  Click Here for More Information on Property

This matter will be considered in closed session.

Wallace Cabin

c.  Report On Charlotte Streetcar 85.  Click Here for S&R Report 

Charlotte Streetcar 85

The Committee reviewed the status of Charlotte Streetcar 85 and reached a consensus on the following matters:

1) The Committee believes that for now Streetcar 85 should remain at the North Carolina Transportation Museum.

2) That Lakewood Trolley should develop a comprehensive list of assets it must have in place to operate a viable vintage streetcar line along the Stewart Creek Greenway.

3) That for now the HLC should not increase its financial commitment to the purchase of a cart and generator for Streetcar 85.

4) That the HLC become proactive in its advocacy for the return of Streetcar 85 to Charlotte.

8.  Old Business

9.  New Business

1.  Consideration of Minutes — Click Here for January 8th Minutes

2.  Chair’s Report — Len Norman

3.  Director’s Report — Dan Morrill  Click Here for Director’s Report

4.  Lakewood Trolley Status Report — Frank Bragg

5.  Public Hearings 

a.  Charlotte Firefighting Apparatuses (500 Dalton Avenue and 620 West 28th Street, Charlotte, N.C.) Click here to view the S&R.

b.  Highland Park Mill No. 1 (340 E. 16th Street, Charlotte, N.C.) Click here to view the S&R.

c.  Wilmore Elementary School (428 West Boulevard, Charlotte, N.C.)  Click here to view the S&R.

6.  Design Review Committee Report — Joe Elliott  Click Here for Design Review Committee Minutes

a.  COA Application for Nebel Knitting Mill, 101 W. Worthington Avenue, Charlotte

Nebel Knitting Mill

Click Here for Map of the Property

The applicant proposes to convert a portion of the historic building for use as a restaurant and presented the plans linked below.
Click Here for Plans and Elevations

Based on those plans the Design Review Committee approved the following motion:

THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION APPROVE THE COA APPLICATION FOR NEBEL KNITTING MILL, 101 WEST WORTHINGTON AVENUE, CHARLOTTE, N.C., AS PRESENTED WITH THE STAFF RECOMMENDATION OF NOT APPROVING THE PROPOSED NEW ENTRANCE ON WEST WORTHINGTON AVENUE, AND THAT THE FINAL DETAILS OF THE PROPOSED NEW DOOR ON CAMDEN ROAD AND ANY ALTERATIONS TO THE FLOOR-PLAN BE APPROVED BY THE DESIGN REVIEW CHAIR AND HLC STAFF, AND THAT THE APPLICANT BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A RECORD PHOTOGRAPH TO THE HLC OF THE EXISTING CONDITION OF THE WINDOW THAT IS BEING REMOVED.

Based on the Design Review Committee’s feedback, the applicant has submitted revised plans with the proposed new entrance removed.  Staff and the Design Review Chairman have reviewed the plans and believe that they are appropriate with the condition that the proposed new double-hung windows facing the courtyard not be approved, and that the design shown for the proposed new front entrance doors not be approved as shown, but that the HLC staff and the Design Review Committee Chair be allowed to approve the final design for the door.

Click here to view the revised plans and elevations.

b. COA Application for the Ranson House, 412 S. Old Statesville Road, Huntersville

Ranson House

Ranson House – Milk House

Ranson House – Milk House

Click Here for Map of the Property and Click Here for Map of the Milk House

The applicant proposes to demolish the milk house on the property. 

THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION APPROVE THE COA APPLICATION FOR DEMOLITION OF THE RANSON HOUSE MILK HOUSE BUILDING, 412 S. OLD STATESVILLE ROAD, HUNTERSVILLE, N.C., AS PRESENTED.

c. Review of a proposed project at 1708 Park Road, Charlotte

1708 Park Road

1708 Park Road is protected by historic covenants that require the HLC to approve any material alterations to the property.

Click Here for Plans and Perspectives
Click Here for Additional Photographs

THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION APPROVE THE PROJECT AT 1708 PARK ROAD, CHARLOTTE, N.C., AS PROPOSED WITH THE STIPULATION THAT THE EXISTING STAIRWAY DOOR BE KEPT IN PLACE, BUT THAT ALTERATIONS TO THE DOOR TO FIT THE ENLARGED OPENING BE ALLOWED, AND THAT AS MUCH OF THE BRICK AND TRIPLE WINDOW WALL AS POSSIBLE ON THE ORIGINAL REAR ELEVATION BE PRESERVED, AND THAT HLC STAFF AND THE DESIGN REVIEW CHAIR COULD APPROVE THE FINAL DESIGN OF THE NEW WALL.

7.  Survey Committee Report — Jeff Parsons  Click Here for Survey Committee Minutes

a. Consideration of the Survey and Research Report on Fire Station Number Eight, 1201 The Plaza, Charlotte  
Click Here for S&R Report

Fire Station No. 8

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION PROCESS CHARLOTTE FIRE STATION NUMBER EIGHT, 1201 THE PLAZA, CHARLOTTE, N.C., FOR PROSPECTIVE HISTORIC LANDMARK DESIGNATION, INCLUDING THE EXTERIOR OF CHARLOTTE FIRE STATION NUMBER EIGHT AND THE ENTIRE TAX PARCEL UPON WHICH THE FIRE STATION SITS.

b. Consideration of the Survey and Research Report on the Dr. Reginald Hawkins House, 1703 Madison Avenue, Charlotte
Click Here for S&R Report

Dr. Reginald Hawkins House

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION PROCESS THE DR. REGINALD HAWKINS HOUSE, 1703 MADISON AVENUE, CHARLOTTE, N.C., FOR PROSPECTIVE HISTORIC LANDMARK DESIGNATION, INCLUDING THE INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE, EXTERIOR OF THE HOUSE, AND THE ENTIRE TAX PARCEL UPON WHICH THE DR. REGINALD HAWKINS HOUSE SITS.

c. The Survey and Research Report on the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, 3712 Monroe Road, Charlotte will be presented at the March HLC meeting.
Click Here for S&R Report

Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery

d. Consideration of placement of the Myers Park Shopping Center, 700 block of Providence Road, Charlotte, on the Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks
Click Here for Map of Property

Myers Park Shopping Center

Staff reported that it has been unable to have substantive discussions with the property owner and recommends that consideration of this property be delayed until the next Survey meeting.

The Committee approved the Staff recommendation.

e. Consideration of placement of the Bernard and Sherry Richter House, 1030 Huntington Park Drive, Charlotte, on the Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks

Bernard and Sherry Richter House

The Committee requested that HLC Staff endeavor to initiate discussions with the owners about possible preservation solutions for the property.

f. Consideration of placement of the Stedman Henry Shropshire House, 1424 Burtonwood Circle, Charlotte, on the Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks
Click Here for Map of Property  Click Here to View Information on the Property

Stedman Henry Shropshire House

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION PLACE THE STEDMAN HENRY SHROPSHIRE HOUSE, 1424 BURTONWOOD CIRCLE, CHARLOTTE, N.C., ON THE STUDY LIST OF PROSPECTIVE HISTORIC LANDMARKS.

g. Consideration of placement of the Historic Rock Markers erected by Edward Lee Baxter Davidson in North Mecklenburg County on the Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks and authorization of the preparation of a Survey and Research report on the markers

Rural Hill Marker

Rural Hill Marker

THE SURVEY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION THAT THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION PLACE THE HISTORIC ROCK MARKERS ERECTED BY EDWARD LEE BAXTER DAVIDSON IN NORTH MECKLENBURG COUNTY ON THE STUDY LIST OF PROSPECTIVE HISTORIC LANDMARKS, AND THAT A SURVEY AND RESEARCH REPORT FOR THE MARKERS PRODUCED BY EDWARD LEE BAXTER DAVIDSON, INCLUDING THE RURAL HILL MARKER, BE FUNDED.

8.  Treasurer’s Report — Nathan Clark

Click For Revolving Fund Financial Report

9.  Projects Committee Report — Mark Miller  Click Here for Projects Committee Minutes

a. Creation of Project Management Committee

THE PROJECTS COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT THE BARNHARDT AD HOC COMMITTEE BECOME A PROJECT MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE, CONSISTING OF LAURA HOOVER, TOM EGAN, AND GARRETT NELSON, WHICH WILL COORDINATE ITS ACTIVITIES WITH MECKLENBURG COUNTY’S ASSET AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT TO ASSIST WITH FORTHCOMING PROJECTS THAT REQUIRE ADDITIONAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT. 

      b.  Discussion Of Potential Purchase Of The Wadsworth House.

Click Here For Background and Staff Recommendation

10.  HLC Strategic Planning Session — Len Norman and Dan Morrill

Click Here for Strategic Planning Options

11.  Old Business

12.  New Business

Agenda

1.  Consideration of Minutes  Click Here for December 11th Minutes

2.  Chair’s Report — Len Norman

3.  HLC 2017 Annual Report — Dan Morrill  Click Here for Annual Report

4.  Director’s Report — Dan Morrill  Click Here for Director’s Report

5.  Design Review Committee Report — Joe Elliott

a. COA Application for Myers Park Streetcar Waiting Station, located at the intersection of East 4th Street and Queens Road, Charlotte, N.C. Click Here for a Map  Click Here for S&R Report

The applicant proposes to remove approximately 5’ of the curving stone wall that attaches to the shelter, and rebuild or move the existing stone pier to the terminus of the shortened wall.

The project conflicts with the Sec. of the Interior’s Standards 2 and 5.

The Commission could approve the application, deny it, approve it with conditions, or defer, or table the issue.  We must give them a decision within 180 days of the application, which was around December 10th. They can appeal to the zoning board of adjustments.

Here is the law:  (e) An appeal may be taken to the Board of Adjustment from the commission’s action in granting or denying any certificate, which appeals (i) may be taken by any aggrieved party, (ii) shall be taken within times prescribed by the preservation commission by general rule, and (iii) shall be in the nature of certiorari. Any appeal from the Board of Adjustment’s decision in any such case shall be heard by the superior court of the county in which the municipality is located.

Click Here for Plans

b. Roof Repairs to the Charles E. Barnhardt House

6.  Survey Committee Report — Jeff Parsons

Consideration that the HLC recommend to the Matthews Board of Commissioners that the Freeman House, 201 South Ames Street, be designated as a local historic landmark.  Click Here for S&R Report

7.  Treasurer’s Report — Nathan Clark

Because of the recent “ransomware” incident, the County cannot produce a financial report.  It will be distributed by email when available. 

8.  Projects Committee Report — Mark Miller

9.  Old Business

10.  New Business

Draft Agenda

1.  Consideration of Minutes  Click Here for November 13th Minutes

2.  Chair’s Report — Len Norman

3.  Director’s Report — Dan Morrill  Click Here for Director’s Report

4.  Design Review Committee Report — Joe Elliott  Click Here for Design Review Committee Minutes

a. COA Application for Delburg Mill House, 303 Delburg Street, Davidson, N.C.

Click Here for Map of Property

The applicant proposes to demolish the existing outbuilding and construct a new garage building. For a fuller description of the deliberation concerning this project, please see the Design Review Committee minutes linked above.
Garage Plan and Garage Plan with Metal Siding

THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT IT APPROVE THE PLANS AS SHOWN WITH ALTERNATES, THAT THE APPLICANT HAVE THE FLEXIBILITY TO REMOVE THE CHIMNEY, AND THAT THE DESIGN OF THE GARAGE DOOR AND THE FENCE BE SUBMITTED FOR STAFF APPROVAL. 

5.  Survey Committee Report — Jeff Parsons

6.  Treasurer’s Report — Nathan Clark

7.  Projects Committee Report — Mark Miller
Consideration of a back-up offer for the Edward M. Rozzel Farm, 11601 Old Rozzelles Ferry Road, Charlotte, N.C.

8.  New Business

9.  Old Business

1.  Consideration of Minutes  Click Here for October 9th Minutes

2.  Chair’s Report — Len Norman

a. Training for New Commission Members

b. Updates to HLC Policy Manual  Click Here for HLC Policy Manual – Revised November 2017

c. Committee Meetings Attendance

d. The HLC Holiday Party is on Wednesday, December 13th at 6:30 p.m. Please check your email for the invitation and RSVP to Elizabeth Stuart by December 6th. 

3.  Director’s Report — Dan Morrill  Director’s Report

4.  Preservation Planner’s Report — Stewart Gray

a. Attendance Policy Update  Click Here to Check Attendance

Effective Immediately: Mecklenburg County’s attendance policy requires HLC Commissioners to attend 65% of all regular Commission 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. HLC 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 regular Commission meetings.

The City of Charlotte’s attendance policy remains the same as last year.  The City Council’s attendance policy requires HLC Commissioners to attend 65% of all regular Historic Landmarks Commission meetings, special meetings, and assigned subcommittee meetings from the time one’s term begins until the end of that calendar year and each subsequent calendar year thereafter; and you may not miss three consecutive regular meetings of this board. HLC Commissioners must be present for 50% of a meeting in order to be counted present at that meeting.

Please note: There are no excused absences for sickness, business, or personal matters of any kind.

b. HLC Staff is maintaining the website calendar. If you have questions concerning the times and dates for Commission and Committee meetings, you may refer to the calendar.

c. HLC Staff would also like feedback regarding the usability of the website. If you have any recommendations, please let us know.

5.  Design Review Committee Report — Joe Elliott

a. COA application for the demolition of the VanLandingham Estate, 2010 The Plaza, Charlotte, N.C.

Click Here for Map of Property

VanLandingham Estate

6.  Survey Committee Report — Jeff Parsons  Click Here for Survey Committee Minutes

A Quorum was not present for the Survey Committee’s November Meeting.  Consequently, seconded motions could not be passed.  Each item at this meeting will require a motion with a second for approval or disapproval.

a. Consideration of the Survey and Research Report on the Wilmore Elementary School, 428 West Boulevard, Charlotte, N.C.
Click Here for S&R Report 

Wilmore Elementary School

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission should process the Wilmore Elementary School, 428 West Boulevard, Charlotte, N.C., for historic landmark designation and that such designation should include the interior of the building, the exterior of the building, and the entire tax parcel upon which the Wilmore Elementary School is located.

b. Consideration of the Survey and Research Report on Highland Park Mill #1, 340 East 16^th Street, Charlotte, N.C.
Click Here for S&R Report  Click Here for Map of Property

Highland Park Mill #1

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission should process the Highland Park Mill #1, 340 East 16^th Street, Charlotte, N.C., for historic landmark designation and that such designation should include the interior of the building, the exterior of the building, and the entire tax parcel upon which the Highland Park Mill #1 is located.

c. The Town of Matthews is seeking to preserve the house at 201 South Ames Street, Matthews, N.C. The house is owned by Matthews Presbyterian Church, which intends to demolish the house unless it is relocated.  The Town will pay for the preparation of a Survey and Research Report to demonstrate that the house has special significance.  Click Here for Map of Property

201 South Ames Street

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission should authorize the Town of Matthews to prepare a Survey and Research Report on the Ames Street House, 201 South Ames Street, Matthews, N.C., for presentation to the Historic Landmarks Commission at its December meeting.

d. Recommend that the HLC fund the preparation of a Survey and Research Report on the Caldwell Berry Farm, 7231 McIlwaine Road, Huntersville, N.C.  Click Here for Map of Property  Click Here for Proposal and Additional Photographs

Caldwell Berry Farm

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission fund a Survey and Research Report on the Caldwell Berry Farm upon the Staff’s receipt of a report of acceptable progress of the owner’s renovation of the property.

e. Recommend that the HLC fund the preparation of a Survey and Research Report on Charlotte Fire Station Number Eight, 1201 The Plaza, Charlotte, N.C.  Click Here for Map of Property   Click Here for S&R Approval Form

Charlotte Fire Station #8

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission should authorize the HLC Consulting Director to prepare a Survey and Research Report on Fire Station Number Eight, 1201 The Plaza, Charlotte, N.C., for presentation at the HLC’s January meeting.

f. Consideration of placement of the Dr. Bonnie E. Cone House, 9234 Sandburg Avenue, Charlotte, N.C., on the Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks and funding of the preparation of a Survey and Research Report on the Dr. Bonnie E. Cone House. Click Here for Bonnie Cone House Proposal  Click Here for Map of Property

Dr. Bonnie E. Cone House

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission should authorize Bill Jeffers to prepare a Survey and Research Report on the Dr. Bonnie E. Cone House, 9234 Sandburg Avenue, Charlotte, N.C.

g. Consideration of placement of the William Peeps House, 831 East Worthington Avenue, Charlotte, N.C., on the Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks.  Click Here for Map of Property

William Peeps House

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission should place the William H. Peeps House, 831 East Worthington Avenue, Charlotte, N.C., on the Historic Landmarks Commission’s Study List.

h. Consideration of placement of the Harkey House, 2601 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, N.C., on the Study List of Prospective Historic Landmarks.  Click Here for Map of Property

Harkey House

The Survey Committee reached a consensus that the Historic Landmarks Commission should place the Harkey House, 2601 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, N.C., on the Historic Landmarks Commission’s Study List.

7.  Treasurer’s Report — Nathan Clark  Click Here for the Revolving Fund Statement

8.  Projects Committee Report — Mark Miller  Click Here for Projects Committee Minutes

a. Restoration Plan For The Charles E. Barnhardt House, 2733 Country Club Lane, Charlotte, N.C. 
Click Here for Map of Property

Charles E. Barnhardt House

THE PROJECTS COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO RECOMMEND TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT IT ESTABLISH AN AD HOC COMMITTEE, COMPOSED OF TOM EGAN, LAURA HOOVER, AND GARRETT NELSON, TO INTERACT WITH PETER WASMER, PROJECT MANAGER OF THE CHARLES E. BARNHARDT HOUSE, REGARDING ITEMS IN THE APPROVED SCHEDULE OF IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZE THE AD HOC COMMITTEE TO APPROVE EXPENDITURES WITHIN THE PARAMETERS OF THE ESTABLISHED BUDGET. 

b. Status Report On The Edward M. Rozzel Farm, 11601 Old Rozzelles Ferry Road, Charlotte, N.C.
Click Here for Map of Property

Edward M. Rozzel Farm

THE PROJECTS COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO RECOMMEND TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT IT ACCEPT THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT PROVIDED BY THE PROSPECTIVE BUYERS AS ADEQUATE PROOF THAT THE PROSPECTIVE BUYERS HAVE THE FINANCIAL CAPACITY TO PURCHASE THE EDWARD M. ROZZEL FARM PROPERTY. 

c. Status Report On The Torrence Lytle School, 302 Holbrooks Road, Huntersville, N.C.  Click Here for Map of Property

Torrence Lytle School

THE PROJECTS COMMITTEE PRESENTS A SECONDED MOTION TO RECOMMEND TO THE HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION THAT IT ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH MICHAEL SULLIVAN OF THE NICHOLS COMPANY UNDER THE ARRANGEMENTS SET FORTH IN MR. SULLIVAN’S LETTER TO MR. MARK MILLER, DATED OCTOBER 31, 2017, TO MARKET THE TORRENCE LYTLE SCHOOL FOR SALE. 

9.  Presentation of Plaque of Appreciation to Larken Egleston — Len Norman

10.  Old Business

11.  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.