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121 5TH AVE N, CITY HALL - 3RD FLOOR, EDMONDS, WA 98020
JULY 12, 2018, 5:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Draft Minutes: June 13, 2018
III. AGENDA ADDITIONS / CHANGES
IV. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Public Hearing to determine the eligibility of the residence located at 645 Fir Street for listing on
the Edmonds Register of Historic Places (File No. PLN20180005)
V. NEW BUSINESS
1. Holmes Corner signs placement
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Status of Historic Calendar for 2019
VII. ACTION ITEMS
1. Continued discussion on new application for Dr. Palmer House located at 820 Maple Street
VIII. COMMISSION CHAIR COMMENTS
IX. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
X. ADJOURNMENT
Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission Agenda
July 12, 2018
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Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 07/12/2018
Approval of Draft Minutes: June 13, 2018
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
N/A
Staff Recommendation
Review and approve the draft minutes
Narrative
Draft minutes are attached
Attachments:
HPC180614d
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CITY OF EDMONDS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SUMMARY MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
June 14, 2018
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Vice Chair Johnson called the meeting of the Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission to order at 5:30 p.m. in the 3rd
Floor Conference Room of City Hall, 121 — 5' Avenue North.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
Laura Johnson, Vice Chair
Katie Kelly
David Preston
Emily Scott
Steve Waite
Kristiana Johnson, City Council Member
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
Larry Vogel (excused)
Tim Raetzloff, Chair (excused)
Chris Deiner-Karr (excused)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
STAFF PRESENT
Rob Chave, Planning Division Manager
Kernen Lien, Environmental Programs Manager
OTHERS PRESENT
Sandra Allbery
Greg Brewer
Kathy Brewer
COMMISSIONER PRESTON MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF MAY 10, 2018 BE ACCEPTED AS
PRESENTED. COMMISSIONER SCOTT SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/CHANGES
COMMISSIONER WAITE MOVED THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE PLACED BEFORE NEW BUSINESS.
COMMISSIONER KELLY SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Commission accepted the remainder of the agenda as presented.
REQUESTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
There were no audience comments.
ACTION ITEMS
Public Hearing to Determine the Eligibility of the Yost House Located at 658 Maple Street for Listing on the
Edmonds Register of Historic Places (File No. PLN20100035)
Mr. Lien briefly reviewed the process for placing properties on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places, as well as the
benefits and obligations associated with the listing. He also reviewed the conditions required for listing properties on the
Register as follows:
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• Significantly associated with the history, architecture, archeology, engineering or cultural heritage of Edmonds.
The house is associated with the City's early pioneer history and the general development in Edmonds. It was
constructed by the Yost family when they were owners of a local lumber mill.
Has integrity. The original portion of the house is a largely intact vernacular style architecture. The original wood
sash windows on the east and west facades have been replaced with vinyl, double -hung windows, but the trim is
consistent with the original house. In addition, some of the porch posts were relocated and the chimney was
removed. There was an addition on the south side of the original house, but it would not diminish the home's
historical value. Looking at a front view of the home, it appears to have enough integrity to be included on the
Register.
• Age at least SO years old or has exceptional importance if less than SO years old. The house was constructed in
1907 and is I I I years old.
Mr. Lien advised that, in addition to the above criteria, the property must fall into at least one of the designation categories.
He advised that the property appears to meet the following three categories:
• Associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of national, state or local
history. The house is associated with the City's pioneer history and general development of the City of Edmonds.
• Embodies the distinctive architectural characteristics of a type, period, style or method of design or construction,
or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction. The
house is significant for its intact vernacular architecture.
• Associated with the lives of persons significant in national, state or local history. The house is associated with the
Yost family, an early pioneer family extensively involved in the early development of Edmonds. The family was
active in the lumbering, sawmill, shingle, water supply, telephone, automotive and bus transportation businesses and
are the namesake of Yost Park.
Mr. Lien shared several pictures of the subject property and described some of the home's design features. He also shared a
variety of Yost family photographs. He suggested that the nomination should focus on the front facade as the significant
featurs of the home. He recommended the Commission find that the Yost House meets the criteria for designation of the
Edmonds Register of Historic Places and make a recommendation to the City Council for listing it on the Edmonds Register
of Historic Places. He reminded the applicant that, once listed, a Certificate of Appropriateness would be required for any
changes that are made to the historic features of the home.
Commissioner Preston asked why the entire house is not being recommended for the Register, given that all of the changes
occurred more than 50 years ago. Commissioner Scott agreed that is possible but explained that the original construction is
the significant portion of the house. Mr. Chave agreed that age, in and of itself, is not significant. The historical or
architectural features of the house are what make it significant. It was noted that additional changes were made in more
recent years.
Greg Brewer, Owner, advised that everything on the front facade within the rectangular box is original construction. He
also noted that there is no sub -straight on the siding, it is just boards over studs. The cap was added to provide some weather
protection. He said he and his wife like the charm of Edmonds and enjoy purchasing historic homes so they can be
preserved. He shared some of the history of the home and said he has no plans to change the structure at this time.
Kathy Brewer, Owner, pointed out that Mrs. Yost lived in the home with her daughter until 1979. There have only been
four owners since the original owner.
The Commissioners had a back and forth discussion with the owners about various features of both the inside and outside of
the home, as well as the changes and when they were made.
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Commissioner Waite asked if the owners would be willing to install the bronze plaque that is provided by the City at or near
the property line so it is more visible to passersby. The Brewers answered affirmatively and discussed several options with
the Commission.
COMMISSIONER SCOTT MOVED THAT THE COMMISSION FIND THAT THE YOST HOUSE (ORIGINAL 2-
STORY RECTANGULAR STRUCTURE), LOCATED AT 658 MAPLE STREET, MEETS THE CRITERIA FOR
DESIGNATION AND RECOMMEND THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE ITS INCLUSION ON THE
EDMONDS REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES. COMMISSIONER PRESTON SECONDED THE MOTION,
WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mr. Lien advised that he would schedule the nomination on the Council's agenda for a public hearing.
NEW BUSINESS
The Commission had a discussion about the criteria for listing properties on the Register and how the criteria is applied when
determining a structure's historic integrity. They also reviewed the process for designating properties on the Register,
specifically the Commission's role in reviewing applications and making recommendations to the City Council.
Council Member Johnson said she would like a presentation on how historic districts are created in the State of Washington
and how the City might go about creating one in downtown Edmonds. Mr. Chave agreed to schedule this presentation on a
future agenda.
Council Member Johnston reported that the City Council considered the Economic Development Commission's request to
study the concept of decreasing the ground floor height requirement in the Downtown Business (BD-1) from 15 feet to 12
feet. They decided not to go forward with the study.
The Commission had a discussion about the design standards for the BD-1 zone and how well they work to encourage new
development to incorporate elements of design that are consistent with the historic character of the area. Mr. Chave
summarized that the design standards do not require new development to replicate historic structures. There is nothing
specific, architecturally, about the downtown buildings. It has more to do with a building's placement and context within the
downtown. The design guidelines focus more on window and door placement, proximity to the street, awnings, etc.
Commissioner Waite suggested it would be worthwhile to invite City Council Members to meetings where certain topics are
on the agenda that might be of interest to them.
Commissioner Waite requested a status report on the plaque that was supposed to be placed near the Campbell's house,
which was recently added to the Register. Commissioner Preston said the owner has selected a location for the sign, but the
post has still not been installed. Commissioner Waite agreed to work with Ms. Cunningham to get the post and sign installed.
The Commissioners discussed that there are still vacant positions of the Commission. They agreed it would be helpful to
have one more member (a total of 9) to ensure a quorum is present at each meeting. They were encouraged to invite
interested and qualified citizens to submit applications.
The Commissioners discussed that having a color -coded map of potential properties for the Register would be helpful to
identify the current status of each property. They agreed to start by mapping the downtown area, cross referencing the
properties to the two surveys.
Sandra Allbery recalled that the owner of one property that would have likely been approved for the Register backed out
because the required public notice that was posted on their property raised too many concerns and questions from passersby.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CHAIR COMMENTS
Vice Chair Johnson did not provide any additional comments.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Commissioner Waite thanked Mr. Lien for his help and welcomed him back to the City.
Commissioner Scott reminded the Commissioners that the Edmonds Historical Museum is a great place to research historic
properties. The Museum Director is available to answer their questions and provide guidance.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m.
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Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 07/12/2018
Public Hearing to determine the eligibility of the residence located at 645 Fir Street for listing on the
Edmonds Register of Historic Places (File No. PLN20180005)
Staff Lead: Kernen Lien
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Kernen Lien
Background/History
The Historic Preservation Commission has received an nomination to list the residence located at 645 Fir
Street on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends the Historic Preservation Commission finds the residence located at 645 Fir Street
meets the criteria for designation on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places make a recommendation
to the City Council for listing the residence.
Narrative
The house located at 645 Fir Street was constructed in 1910 and is significant for its intact early
residential structure. The house is a rectangular shape simple Victorian residence.
The Historic Preservation Commission reviews applications for listing on the Edmonds Register of
Historic places with the criteria detailed in ECDC 20.45.010 and forwards a recommendation to the City
Council for consideration.
Attachments:
645 Fir Street Historic Preservation Designation Staff Report
Nomination Form
WISAARD Historic Inventory Report
Vicinity Map
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City of Edmonds
Historic Preservation Commission
Designation Staff Report
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Meeting Date: July 5, 2018
Agenda Subject: Application for designation of the house located at 645 Fir Street as
eligible for inclusion on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places
Staff Lead: Kernen Lien, Environmental Programs Manager
Staff recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Commission finds that the house
meets the criteria for designation on the Edmonds Register of
Historic Places. The exterior of the structure contains the
significant architectural features.
645 Fir Street HistPres designation staff report
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Designation
Meets
Staff
Criteria
Criteria
Comments
1. Significantly associated with the
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This house is associated with the early
history, architecture, archaeology,
pioneer history and general development
engineering or cultural heritage of
of the City of Edmonds.
Edmonds...
2. Has integrity...
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The house is a well preserved simple
Victorian two story residence. Only
apparent alterations appear to be a new
foundation and patterned guard rail on
front porch. Neither alternation distracts
from the historic character of the
residence.
3. Age at least 50 years old, or has
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The building was constructed in 1910 and
exceptional importance if less than 50
thus is 108 years old.
years old...
4. Falls into at least one of the following
designation categories:
Designation Category
a. Associated with events that have
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made a significant contribution to the
broad patterns of national, state or
local history.
b. Embodies the distinctive architectural
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The house is significant for being a well
characteristics of a type, period, style
preserved simple Victorian early
or method of design or construction,
residence of the City of Edmonds.
or represents a significant and
distinguishable entity whose
components may lack individual
distinction.
c. Is an outstanding work of a designer,
❑
builder or architect who has made a
substantial contribution to the art.
d. Exemplifies or reflects special
❑
elements of the City's cultural, social,
economic, political, aesthetic,
engineering or architectural history.
e. Is associated with the lives of persons
❑
significant in national, state or local
history.
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Designation
Meets
Staff
Criteria
Criteria
Comments
f. Has yielded or may be likely to yield
❑
important archaeological information
related to history or prehistory.
g. Is a building or structure removed
❑
from its original location but which is
significant primarily for architectural
value, or which is the only surviving
structure significantly associated with
a historic person or event.
h. Is a birthplace or grave of a historical
❑
figure of outstanding importance and
is the only surviving structure or site
associated with that person.
i. Is a cemetery which derives its
❑
primary significance from age, from
distinctive design features, or from
association with historic events or
cultural patterns.
j. Is a reconstructed building that has
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been executed in a historically
accurate manner on the original site.
k. Is a creative and unique example of
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folk architecture and design created
by persons not formally trained in the
architectural or design professions,
and which does not fit into formal
architectural or historical, the
designation shall include description
of the boundaries of categories.
Significant Features
1. Shape:
The house is a two-story rectangular simple Victorian residence.
2. Roof and Roof
The house has a hip roof with a central flat crown
Features:
3. Openings
The front door is centrally located and is flanked by single hung windows.
(entries, etc):
Three single -hung windows are on the second floor of the western fagade
with paired sing -hung windows on the ground floor.
4. Projections:
The hip -roofed front porch is runs the full -width and has four yards posts
and wood railing.
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S. Trim & secondary
features
N/A
6. Materials:
The house is clad in in horizontal tongue and groove siding.
7. Setting:
The house is located on the corner of Fir Street and 7' Avenue South in a
residential neighborhood.
8. Materials at close
range
N/A
9. Craft details:
N/A
10. Individual
rooms/spaces:
N/A. Interior features are not considered for nomination.
11. Related spaces or
sequences:
N/A
12. Interior features:
N/A. Interior features are not considered for nomination
13. Surface finishes &
materials:
N/A
14. Exposed structure:
N/A
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Notes on historic register nominations:
Chapter 20.45.020 ECDC* states that if the Commission finds that the nominated property is eligible
for placement on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places, the Commission shall make a
recommendation to the City Council that the property be listed on the register with owner's consent.
According to Chapter 20.45.040 ECDC, listing on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places is an
honorary designation denoting significant association with the historic, archaeological, engineering or
cultural heritage of the community. Properties are listed individually or as contributing properties to a
historic district. No property may be listed without the owner's permission.
Prior to the commencement of any work on a register property, excluding ordinary repair and
maintenance and emergency measures defined in Section 20.45.000(H), the owner must request and
receive a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Commission for the proposed work. Violation of this
rule shall be grounds for the Commission to review the property for removal from the register.
Prior to whole or partial demolition of a register property, the owner must request and receive a waiver
of a Certificate of Appropriateness.
Because Edmonds is a Certified Local Government (CLG), all properties listed on the Edmonds
Register of Historic Places may be eligible for a special tax valuation on their rehabilitation.
* Edmonds Community Development Code
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Edmonds
Edznmaa Register of
Htwkwic Historic Places
COMMhufta Nomination Form
Type or print all entries — Please complete all applicable sections.
A. Site Name / Location
Historic Name (if applicable):
Common (or Current) Name (if applicable):
Site Address / Location
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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Received: • �Q ►$
Received by:
File #: PLr4Wt 4s a005
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Name:
Street Address: `Arw-r—
City / State / ZIP Code:
Phone #:
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Name (say "Owner" if same as owner listed above): IMEW
Contact Address: Street:
Contact Phone #:
Date Form Completed:
City / ZIP:
D. Consent to be Listed (Optional — Not required for a nomination)
I / WE the undersigned certify that we are the owners of the property identified on this form and hereby give our
consent to having the property listed on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places.
Name (Please Print) -J4yj, 1MrJ�
Signature Date
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Name (Please Print) - 6 -M
Signature Date [I $�
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E. Eligibility for Listing on the Edmonds Register
Site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (If checked, skip to Section F)
Site is listed on the State Register of Historic Places (If checked, skip to Section F)
Historical Significance — Please check all that apply:
1. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of national, state or local
history.
2. x Embodies the distinctive architectural characteristics of a type, period, style or method of design or construction, or
represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction.
3. Is an outstanding work of a designer, builder or architect who has made a substantial contribution to the art.
4. Exemplifies or reflects special elements of the city's cultural, special, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering or
architectural history.
5. Is associated with the lives of persons significant in national, state or local history.
6. Has yielded or may be likely to yield important archaeological information related to history or prehistory.
7. Is a building or structure removed from its original location but which is significant primarily for architectural value,
or which is the only surviving structure significantly associated with a historic person or event.
8. Is a birthplace or grave of a historical figure of outstanding importance and is the only surviving structure or site
associated with that person.
9. Is a cemetery which derives its primary significance from age, from distinctive design features, or from association
with historic events or cultural patterns.
10. _ Is a reconstructed building that has been executed in a historically accurate manner on the original site.
11. Is a creative and unique example of folk architecture and design created by persons not formally trained in the
architectural or design professions, and which does not fit into formal architectural or historical categories; the
designation shall include description of the boundaries.
Historical Description
In the space below, describe the history and significance of the site to Edmonds' heritage. You may elect to
describe the site's significance in your own words, attach copies of other documents or photographs, and/or make
reference to other materials (noting where those materials are available to be reviewed). For example, you may
simply note that the site is on an historical survey, noting the survey name and site number. (Please feel free to
attach any additional continuation sheets if you need more space.)
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F. Physical Description
This section must be completed if the site is not on the Slate or National Register, or it is not on an approved historic survey.
Please provide as much information as you can.
Year Built: 010 Architect:
Builder or Engineer (specify):
Architectural Style(s)*: DC+�S C-2•A.f'r5n'vl�► Building Form*: 14�k(A WG�f fhp
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* Note: See later reference sheets for list of choices for these items.
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Overall
Changes from
Condition:
Original:
Excellent
Plan:
Cladding:
Windows:
Other: Site:
Good
Intact
Intact
Intact
Intact
Original Site
Fair
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Moved
Deteriorated
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Date Moved:
Ruins
Extensive
Extensive
Extensive
Extensive
Unexposed
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
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Plan Type:
Structural System:
Foundation:
Roof Material:
Apsidal
Pavilion
Balloon/Platform
_Brick
_Asphalt Comp
_Metal — Tile
Center Space/
Polygonal
_Braced Frame
Concrete block A. Comp - built up
_None
Courtyard
Rectangle
Brick
—A—Concrete poured C_A. Comp - shingle
^Other
_Cross/Cruciform
Round
_Clay Tile
Log
A. Comp — rolled
_Slate
E-Shape
_Semi -circular
_ Concrete block
None
_Tile
Unknown
Hexagonal
Square
_Concrete poured
Other
_Tile - clay
_Wood
H-Shape
Triangular
Log
Parged
_Tile - concrete
_Wood plank
Irregular
T-Shape
Mixed
X Post & Pier
_Metal
_Wood shake
L-Shape
^Unknown
_None
Stone
_Metal - corrugated
_Wood shingle
_None
U-Shape
Other
_Unknown
_Metal - standing seam
Octagonal
Y-Shape
Plank
_Other
Post & Beam
Steel
Stone - cut
Number of Stories '
Stone - uncut
~Unknown
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Describe the present and original (if known) physical appearance:
(Use continuation sheets if necessary, and for any photographs or copies you are providing.)
(Please list and reference any sources which help document the historical value of the site.)
Location Detail
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Tax No/Parcel No: 00619400500500
Geographic Areas: Snohomish County, EDMONDS EAST Quadrangle, T271103E25
Information
Number of stories:
Construction Dates:
Construction Type
Built Date
Historic Use:
Category
Domestic
Domestic
Historic Context:
Category
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Architect/Engineer:
Category
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Resource Name:
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Name Date Listed Notes
Project History
Property ID: 132117
Project Number, Organization, Resource Inventory SHPO Determination SHPO Determined By,
Project Name Determined Date
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Resource Name: Property ID: 132117
Inventory Details - 6/13/2011
Common name:
Date recorded: 6/13/2011
Field Recorder: Larry E. Johnson
Field Site number: 055
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Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 07/12/2018
Holmes Corner signs placement
Staff Lead: Councilmember Teitzel
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
I have discussed with some of you as well as Katie the issue of the placement of the Holmes Corner signs
on the new light standards at 76th and 212th by the high school. The two signs are on the northwest
corner and the southeast corner. However, the Holmes homestead was on the southwest corner of that
area, so the sign placements are not historically accurate. The entire intersection isn't Holmes Corner;
it is the corner where the homestead was (which is where the high the school property now sits -there is
even a plaque on the stadium saying that was the Holmes homestead site). I've mentioned this to Phil
Williams, and he says Public Works will make the change eventually but it is a very low priority.
I think it would be useful if the HPC could draft a letter (you may also want to consult with Katie as well
as Betty Gaeng about the history of Holmes Corner) to Phil with a cc to me mentioning you have looked
into this and support having only one Holmes Corner sign at the intersection and having it mounted at
the southwest corner to accurately reflect the history of that area. I just don't want this to get lost in
the shuffle, as Phil's team is very busy and this is the sort of thing that could easily drop off the list.
Staff Recommendation
Narrative
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Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 07/12/2018
Status of Historic Calendar for 2019
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Staff Recommendation
Discuss and provide ideas for 2019 calendar
Narrative
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Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 07/12/2018
Continued discussion on new application for Dr. Palmer House located at 820 Maple Street
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Application is attached
Staff Recommendation
Review and discuss
Narrative
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Nomination Form
Type or print all entries - Please complete all applicable sections.
A. Site Name/ Location
Historic Name (if applicable):17�
Common (or Current) Name (if applicable):
Site Address / Location
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Received:
Received by:
File #:
Survey/Site #:
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I / WE the undersigned certify that we are the owners of the property identified on this form and hereby give our
consent to having the property listed on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places.
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E. Eligibility for Listing on the Edmonds Register
Site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (if checked, skip to Section F)
Site is listed on the State Register of Historic Places (If checked, skip to Section F)
Historical Significance — Please check all that apply:
1. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of national, state or local
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2. Embodies the distinctive architectural characteristics of a type, style or method of design or construction, or
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6. Has yielded or may be likely to yield important archaeological information related to history or prehistory.
7. Is a building or structure removed from its original location but which is significant primarily for architectural value,
or which is the only surviving structure significantly associated with a historic person or event.
8. Is a birthplace or grave of a historical figure of outstanding importance and is the only surviving structure or site
associated with that person.
9. Is a cemetery which derives its primary significance from age, from distinctive design features, or from association
with historic events or cultural patterns.
10. _ Is a reconstructed building that has been executed in a historically accurate manner on the original site.
11. _ Is a creative and unique example of folk architecture and design created by persons not formally trained in the
architectural or design professions, and which does not fit into formal architectural or historical categories; the
designation shall include description of the boundaries.
Historical Description
In the space below, describe the history and significance of the site to Edmonds' heritage. You may elect to
describe the site's significance in your own words, attach copies of other documents or photographs, and/or make
reference to other materials (noting where those materials are available to be reviewed). For example, you may
simply note that the site is on an historical survey, noting the survey name and site number. (Please feel free to
attach any additional continuation sheets if you need more space.)
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Historical Description
Dr. William Palmer was the city of Edmonds first dentist. He built his house on
Maple St, which was nothing more than a dirt track, in order to capture majestic
views from every window. The house was completed in 1895 and was added to
the Snohomish County rolls for tax purposes in 1915. Dr. Palmer was very
active in the community and was an accomplished musician often invited to
provide entertainment.
According to the Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission's November 2010
newsletter, The Preservationist, Dr. Palmer lived in the house until 1914, at
which time the house was rented for a short time to Matt Engels. Interestingly,
Engels was the first of two mayors to live in the Palmer House — and the first of
two fire chiefs — as he was elected mayor in 1922 and served for two years,
then in 1929 became Edmonds Fire Chief.
Jack and Betty Cooper purchased the property in late 1965. Jack Cooper served
as Edmonds' Fire Chief from 1965-1979. Jack's son, Mike Cooper, was an
Edmonds and Shoreline firefighter and was appointed mayor by the Edmonds
City Council in 2010.
The house was purchased from the Coopers in 2015 by David and Margaret
Peterson.
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.F. Physical Description
This section must be completed if the site is not on the State or National Register, or it is not on an approved historic survey.
Please provide as much information as you can.
Year Built: 1 Architect:
Builder or Engineer (specify):
Architectural Style(s)*:
Form*:
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Roof Type*:
* Note: See later reference sheets for list of choices for these items.
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Overall
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Extensive
Extensive
Extensive
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Plan Type:
Structural System:
Foundation,
Roof Material:
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_Pavilion
Balloon/Platfonn
,Brick
Asphalt Comp
Metal — Tile
Center Space/
Polygonal
Braced Frame
Concrete block
A. Comp - built up
None
Courtyard
Rectangle
Brick
Zconcrete poured
A. Comp - shingle
Other
Cross/Cruciform
Round
Clay Tile
Log
A. Comp —rolled
_Slate
E-Shape
Semi -circular
Concrete block
None
_Tile
Unknown
Hexagonal
Square
Concrete poured
_Other
Tile - clay
Wood
H-Shape
Triangular
Log
Parged
Tile - concrete
_Wood plank
Irregular
_T-Shape
Mixed
Post & Pier
Metal
_Wood shake
L-Shape
,Unknown
None
_Stone
Metal - corrugated
_Wood shingle
_None
U-Shape
Other
Unknown
Metal - standing seam
Octagonal
Y-Shape
_Plank
Other
Post & Beam
Steel
- cut
_Number of Stories
_Stone
_Stone - uncut
Unknown
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Describe the present and original (if known) physical appearance:
(Use continuation sheets if necessary, and far any photographs or copies you are providing.)
G. Bibliographical or Historical References
(Please list and reference any sources which help document the historical value of the site)
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or Office Use.
Location Detail
Parcel #
UTM Reference: Zone Easting Northing
Township Range Section '/4 Section '/a'/4 Section
Category
Ownership
District
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Building(s)
Private
Structure
Both
Site
Object
Within a District?
Yes
No
Resource Status Usage
Survey/Inventory Current:
National Register
National Landmark
State Register Historic:
Determined Eligible
Other:
Contributing? Local District:
Yes National or State Register / District:
No
Unknown
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F. Physical Description
Situated prominently on the Maple Street hillside, the broadly flared eaves of
this Queen Anne/Bungalow/eclectic house is the tallest and oldest of all her
neighbors. It is easy to imagine the days when the Dr. Palmer House stood
alone on this site with a sweeping view of the Olympic Mountains and all of
Puget Sound. Beginning at the street level, nine concrete steps lead up to a
wide set of wood stairs that climb to the full -width front porch on the primary
north facade. The porch is sheltered by the wide bell of the main side -gabled
roof, with is supported by three classical columns. The front door is located at
the east end of this facade, while a three -sided bay projects at the west end. At
the second story, a large pedimented gabled dormer contains a bay window.
All gable ends of the house are wood shingled and decorated with exposed
shaped rafter tails. Modern updates include:
- restored original shake shingles in each gable
- energy efficient windows in all four gables
- removed asbestos cladding to expose original cedar siding
- restored original cedar shingles and siding
- rebuilt front entry steps to the original full -width architectural intent
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G. Bibtiographicat or Historical Reference
A Historic Survey of Downtown
Edmonds, Washington
for
The City of Edmonds & the
Washington State office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
The document lists the Dr. Palmer House as Number 42 in its Historic Property
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The Tribune -Review
June 25, 1915
The sad intelligence was brought to Edmonds last Monday by the receipt of a
letter from Mrs. Olive Palmer by Mrs. JG.W. Klossen telling of the death of
Dr.W.C. Palmer, the end coming June 17`h , at 7:15 in a sanitarium in the city
of Baltimore.
Dr. Palmer was for many years a resident of Edmonds and only left last year
for California with hopes of recovering his health, but after spending some
time there and continually growing worse it was decided to take him to his N
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thing that went to make up the life of the town, being a good musician his a
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as a professional man he had built up a practice in dentistry that was envied c
by his brother dentists.
Dr. Palmer was an active member of the lical lodge K. of P., up to the time
his health failed, and to the time of his death was a member in good standing.
He leaves a wife and two daughters, who have the sympathy of a host of
friends in Edmonds.
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CITY OF EDMONDS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SUMMARY MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
May 10, 2018
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chair Raetzloff called the meeting of the Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission to order at 5:30 p.m. in the 3' Floor
Conference Room of City Hall, 121 — 5' Avenue North.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
Tim Raetzloff, Chair
Laura Johnson, Vice Chair
Katie Kelly
Chris Deiner-Karr
Larry Vogel
Kristiana Johnson, City Council Member
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
David Preston (excused)
Emily Scott (excused)
Steve Waite (excused)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
STAFF PRESENT
Rob Chave, Planning Division Manager
Diane Cunningham, Administrative Assistant
OTHERS PRESENT
Sandra Allbery
COMMISSIONER DEINER-KARR MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF APRIL 12, 2018 BE ACCEPTED AS
AMENDED. VICE CHAIR JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/CHANGES
The agenda was adjusted to add an update on the Palmer House located at 820 Maple Street under Unfinished Business, and
the remainder of the agenda was accepted as presented.
REQUESTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
There were no audience comments.
NEW BUSINESS
Presentation on Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) Training Session
Commissioner Kelly reported that she and Commissioner Scott attended the DAHP Training Session, which was primarily a
refresher course. Not a lot of new information was given out.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discussion on Telfer-Palmer House Located at 820 Maple Street
Commissioner Kelly provided information relative to the early occupants of the Telfer-Palmer House who were historically
relevant to Edmonds' history (Nellie Telfer, Dr. Palmer, and Matt Engels). Questions still remain as to when the house was
constructed and whether Dr. Palmer was the first to live there. Chair Raetzloff briefly reviewed that the house was pulled off
of the Register when some of the windows were replaced, but the current owners have recently submitted a new application
asking that the property be listed on the Register based on important people who lived in the home historically. Mr. Chave
agreed to research and provide additional information about what guidelines and criteria would apply to the new application.
Commissioner Kelly agreed to forward her information to staff in preparation for a public hearing.
Discussion on the Scalf House Located at 645 Fir Street
Ms. Cunningham advised that this application is tentatively scheduled for a public hearing on June 14'.
Discussion on Yost House Located at 658 Maple Street
Ms. Cunningham advised that this application is scheduled for a public hearing on June 14'h
Update on 2019 Historic Calendar
Commissioner Deiner-Karr said she was recently contacted by a gentleman who offered to share information and pictures for
the calendar about transportation in early Edmonds. She agreed to make contact with the gentleman and report back.
ACTION ITEMS
There were no action items scheduled on the agenda.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION CHAIR COMMENTS
Chair Raetzloff reported that several Commissioners participated in the Volunteer Day Event that was held at the Edmonds
Museum. All of the remaining calendars were distributed, as well as a number of the walking tour brochures. They were
able to talk with a number of people about what the Historic Preservation Commission is and does.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Ms. Cunningham asked for an update on the Gerdon House Plaque, and Chair Raetzloff recalled that Commissioner Waite
had agreed to work out an agreeable solution for the plaque's location. Council Member Teitzel and Commissioner Preston
agreed to assist Commissioner Waite in this effort by making contact with the property owners.
Commissioner Deiner-Karr suggested the Commission pursue the two Brackett Houses on 2nd Avenue between Main and
Bell Streets as potential candidates for the Register. Both of these properties are included on the Commission's list of
potential properties for inclusion on the Register.
Council Member Johnson referred to the Economic Development Commission's recent proposal to amend the Development
Code to reduce the ground -floor height requirement in the Downtown Business (BD I) zone to 12 feet. She reported that she
has done an inventory of all of the properties in the BD1 zone and identified the current owners. She suggested that this
information should be cross-referenced with the Historic Preservation Commission's records, as well. Using a list and
information the Commission already has, Commissioner Deiner-Karr agreed to correlate the two inventories.
The Commission had a brief discussion about the concept of forming an historic district in the BD1 zone, which the
Commission has favored in the past. They reviewed previous discussions regarding the topic, including potential benefits
and possible concerns. Council Member Johnson suggested that perhaps the concept could be pursued at the same time as
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the Development Code amendment. The Commissioners voiced support for this approach and discussed potential
opportunities for educating the public and property owners about the benefits of an historic district.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:24 p.m.
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