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FOURTNER ROOM
121 5TH AVE N, CITY HALL - 3RD FLOOR, EDMONDS, WA 98020
AUGUST 8, 2019, 5:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
III. AGENDA ADDITIONS / CHANGES
IV. REQUESTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
V. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness for Profitt/Astell House located at 825 Main St. (PLN20100013
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Individual Commissioner reports on potential properties
2. Discussion on 2020 Historic Calendar
VII. ACTION ITEMS
1. Information on historic informational panel at Salish
2. Discussion on Library Project
VIII. COMMISSION CHAIR COMMENTS
IX. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
X. ADJOURNMENT
Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission Agenda
August 8, 2019
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Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 08/8/2019
Certificate of Appropriateness for Profitt/Astell House located at 825 Main St. (PLN20100013
Staff Lead: Kernen Lien
Department: Development Services
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
The architect has approached the city about a Certificate of Appropriateness. The architect will attend
the HPC meeting to discuss options.
Staff Recommendation
N/A
Narrative
The HPC held a public hearing on March 12, 2015 (Exhibit 1) and recommended to the City Council that
the property be listed on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places (Exhibit 2).
The City Council on April 21, 2015 to approve ordinance no. 3995 (Exhibit 4) designating the exterior of
the Profitt/Astell house for inclusion on the Edmonds Historic Register of Historic Places (Exhibit 3).
Attachments:
Exhibit 1: Profitt_Astell House HistPres designation staff report
Exhibit 2: HPC Excerpt of 3.12.15
Exhibit 3: Council Excerpt from 4.21.15
Exhibit 4: Ordinance No. 3995
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City of Edmonds
Historic Preservation Commission
Designation Staff Report
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Meeting Date: March 12, 2015
Agenda Subject: Application for designation of Profitt/Astell House at 825 Main Street as
eligible for inclusion on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places
Staff Lead: Kernen Lien, Senior Planner
Property Information
Site Name/Location: Profitt/Astell House
825 Main Street
Edmonds, WA 98020
Tax Account #: 0043420780300
Township 27 Range 03E Section 24 '/ Sec SW '/-'/ Sec
Construction date: 1901
Staff recommendation: Staff recommends that the Commission finds that the
Profitt/Astell House meets the criteria for designation on the
Edmonds Register of Historic Places. The exterior of the
structure contains the significant architectural features.
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Designation
Criteria
CommentsCriteria
1. Significantly associated with the
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This house is associated with the early
history, architecture, archaeology,
residential growth of Edmonds and is
engineering or cultural heritage of
associated with George Profitt one time
Edmonds...
water superintendent and plumbing
proprietor of Reliable Flooring and James
Astell (son of Carrie Yost Astell) who
served several terms as a city councilman
as well as the town's Fire Chief.
2. Has integrity...
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The house is a largely intact example of a
two-story Craftsman bungalow.
3. Age at least 50 years old, or has
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The building was constructed in 1901 and
exceptional importance if less than 50
thus is 114 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 Profitt/Astell house is an example of
characteristics of a type, period, style
a two story Craftsman bungalow.
or method of design or construction,
or represents a significant and
distinguishable entity whose
components may lack individual
distinction.
c. Is an outstanding work of a designer,
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builder or architect who has made a
substantial contribution to the art.
d. Exemplifies or reflects special
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elements of the City's cultural, social,
economic, political, aesthetic,
engineering or architectural history.
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Designation
Criteria
CommentsCriteria
e. Is associated with the lives of persons
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The house is associated with George
significant in national, state or local
Proffitt one time water superintendent and
history.
plumbing proprietor of Reliable Flooring
and James Astell (son of Carrie Yost
Astell) who served several terms as a city
councilman as well as the town's Fire
Chief.
f. Has yielded or may be likely to yield
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important archaeological information
related to history or prehistory.
g. Is a building or structure removed
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The Bola report and application note the
from its original location but which is
house was once located on a knoll on the
significant primarily for architectural
site of the original grade school on Main
value, or which is the only surviving
Street approximately two blocks west of
structure significantly associated with
it's currently location. It is noted that the
a historic person or event.
house was purchased by George Proffitt in
1928 and moved to its current location.
This would have been around the time
that the Edmonds Elementary School
(currently the Francis Anderson Center)
was constructed.
h. Is a birthplace or grave of a historical
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figure of outstanding importance and
is the only surviving structure or site
associated with that person.
i. Is a cemetery which derives its
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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.
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Significant
1. Shape:
The building is a two-story rectangular building Craftsman bungalow
2. Roof and Roof
The building has a front gable roof and a full width hip roofed front porch
Features:
along the entire south facade.
3. Openings
The entrance is on the west end of the southern facade flanked by wood
(entries, etc):
framed sidelight windows 2 columns wide by 5 rows in height. A pair of 4
over 1 double -hung wood windows at the east end of the front facade which
are also side -lit by similar 2 x 5 windows that frame the entrance to the
house.
At the second story are two pairs of 4 over 1 double -hung wood windows.
An attic story window in the gable end is similar to the upper portions of the
second story windings.
Along the west facing first story are 4 over 1 double hung wood windows
with metal muntins in the top sash.
A small architecturally compatible enclosed entryway is located at the
northeast corner of the house.
4. Projections:
A brick chimney raises the full height of the house on the exterior west
facing sidewall.
5. Trim & secondary
Four simple supporting brackets at the gable ends are a common
features
Craftsman's character defining feature.
6. Materials:
The house is clad in combed wood shingles.
7. Setting:
The house was moved to its current location around 1928 and is located on a
block with houses of varying ages.
8. Materials at close
N/A
range
9. Craft details:
N/A
10. Individual
N/A. Interior features are not considered for nomination.
rooms/spaces:
11. Related spaces or
N/A
sequences:
12. Interior features:
N/A. Interior features are not considered for nomination
13. Surface finishes &
N/A
materials:
14. Exposed structure:
N/A
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Profitt/Astell House 2015
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Profitt/Astell House mid 1970's (Photo courtesy of Edmonds Historical Museum)
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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CITY OF EDMONDS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SUMMARY MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
March 12, 2015
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Vice Chair Vogel 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. He read the Commission's mission statement.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
Larry Vogel, Vice Chair
Sandra Allbery
Chris Deiner-Karr
Eric Livingston (arrived at 5:50 p.m.)
Gerry Tays
Steve Waite
Lora Petso, City Council Member
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
Emily Scott, Chair (excused)
Katie Bojakowski
Tim Raetzloff
Kristiana Johnson, City Council Member
READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES
STAFF PRESENT
Kernen Lien, Senior Planner
Diane Cunningham, Administrative Assistant
GUESTS
Kirsten Paust
COMMISSIONER TAYS MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MARCH 12, 2015 AS SUBMITTED.
COMMISSIONER DEINER-KARR SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/CHANGES
Item 7b (How to Begin Historic Research on a Property) was rescheduled to the April 9th meeting. Item 7a (Public Hearing
related to Profitt/Astell House) was placed before Item 5a. The remainder of the agenda was accepted as presented.
REQUESTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
No one in the audience expressed a desire to address the Commission during this portion of the meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Public Hearing to Determine the Eligibility of the "Profitt/Astell House" Located at 825 Main Street for Listing on the
Edmonds Register of Historic Places (File Number PLN20100013)
Mr. Lien referred to the application for designation of the Profitt/Astell House at 825 Main Street for inclusion on the
Edmonds Register of Historic Places and noted that the property owner has signed the nomination form. He briefly reviewed
how the application meets the following designation criteria:
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• The structure must be significantly associated with the history, architecture, archaeology, engineering or cultural
heritage of Edmonds. Mr. Lien explained that the home is associated with the early residential growth of Edmonds and
is associated with George Profitt, a one-time water superintendent and plumbing proprietor of Reliable Flooring, and
James Astell (son of Carrie Yost Astell) who served several terms as a City Council Member, as well as the town's fire
chief.
• The structure must have integrity. Mr. Lien explained that the house is a largely intact example of a two-story
Craftsman bungalow.
• The structure must be at least 50 years old. Mr. Lien advised that the home was constructed in 1901 and is 114 years
old.
Mr. Lien explained that in addition to the above criteria, the property must meet at least one of the eleven designation
categories listed in Edmonds Community Development Code 20.45.010 (A through K). He reviewed that the subject
property would be consistent with the following categories:
• 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. Mr. Lien
explained that the subject house is an example of a two-story Craftsman bungalow.
• Is associated with the lives of persons significant in national, state or local history. Again, Mr. Lien advised that the
home is associated with the early residential growth of Edmonds and is associated with George Profitt, a one-time water
superintendent and plumbing proprietor of Reliable Flooring, and James Astell (son of Carrie Yost Astell) who served
several terms as a City Council Member, as well as the town's fire chief.
• Is a building or structure removed from its location but which is significant primarily for architectural value, or
which is the only surviving structure significantly associated with a historic person or event. Mr. Lien explained that
the BOLA Report and application noted that the house was once located on a knoll on the site of the original grade
school on Main Street approximately two blocks west of its current location. It is noted that the house was purchased by
George Profitt in 1928 and moved to its current location. This would have been around the time that the Edmonds
Elementary School (currently the Francis Anderson Center) was constructed.
Next, Mr. Lien reviewed that the house is a two-story, rectangular Craftsman bungalow, and the significant features include
the front gabled roof, full -width hip roofed front porch, windows, and supporting brackets at the gable ends. He
recommended that the Commission find the application meets the criteria and is eligible for designation on the Edmonds
Register of Historic Places. The exterior of the structure contains the significant features. He further recommended the
Commission make a recommendation to the City Council that the property be listed on the Edmonds Register of Historic
Places. He provided historic photographs of the home.
Commissioner Tays noted that the 1st story windows on the west side are not original, and were probably changed when the
building was moved. The leaded glass windows were a common feature of homes in the late 20s and early 30s. It was noted
that the windows are still more than 50 years old.
The Commission had a brief discussion about what the property's official name should be. Mr. Lien reminded the
Commission that one of the criteria is that the property is associated with someone of significance in the City, and Mr. Profitt
and Mr. Astell were both historic figures. However, he acknowledged that neither was involved with the home's
construction. It was noted the property is identified as the "Profitt/Astell House" in the BOLA Report. When asked, the
owner of the home, Kirsten Paust, indicated she did not have a preference. The Commission agreed the appropriate name for
the home is "Profitt/Astell House."
Commissioner Waite reminded the applicant that, once the property is listed on the Register, a Certificate of Appropriateness
would be required for changes that require a building permit. He encouraged the homeowners to approach the Commission
for advice and support relative to any changes proposed in the future to ensure the historic integrity of the home is
maintained.
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COMMISSIONER WAITE MOVED THAT THE COMMISSION FIND THAT THE PROFITT/ASTELL HOUSE
(FILE NUMBER PLN20100013) MEETS THE DESIGNATION CRITERIA. HE FURTHER MOVED THAT THE
COMMISSION RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL THAT THE PROPERTY BE LISTED ON THE
EDMONDS REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES. COMMISSIONER ALLBERY SECONDED THE MOTION,
WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
It was announced that Mayor Earling is scheduled to conduct a plaque ceremony at the Schumacher Building on June 2nd. It
was anticipated that the plaque ceremony for the Profitt/Astell House could take place on the same day.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Registration Committee
Commissioner Tays pointed out that several applications for the Register were submitted immediately following the BOLA
Report and are in the City's files. The owners of the properties received notification and are likely waiting for the
Commission to move the applications forward.
The Commissioners discussed the status of the project to expand the historic survey beyond the BOLA Report. Ms
Cunningham reviewed that the City received a grant for the expanded study, and staff is in the process of finding a
consultant. Commissioner Deiner-Karr suggested, and the remainder of the Commission concurred, that they should set forth
specific criteria for the expanded study.
Education and Outreach Committee
Vice Chair Vogel said he would provide a presentation regarding the history of Edmonds at Edmonds Landing on April 20th
at 1:30 p.m. They have invited him to concentrate his presentation on personalities from Edmonds' history.
Preservation Planning Committee
Commissioner Tays said the Preservation Planning Committee would like a future meeting agenda to be devoted to training
the Commissioners on how to "assess the integrity of historic structures." The Commissioners reviewed previous
applications and discussed specific concerns that needed to be addressed as part of the training.
South Snohomish County Historical Society
Commissioner Allbery reported that the Society's website is being reformatted so that it can be updated and managed in-
house. Vice Chair Vogel agreed to ask the Society for permission to provide the Commissioners with a link to their server.
Commissioner Allbery said the Society must relocate the storage items that are currently at the former Woodway Elementary
School by June. A potential alternative facility has been found, but it is located further away.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Discussion on the 2015 Strategic Plan
Commissioner Waite advised that the Preservation Planning Committee met recently, and the focus of their discussion was
the Strategic Plan. Commissioner Tays noted that many of the corrections are intended to clarify the inconsistent terms that
are used in the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Cunningham advised that the City is in the process of updating its Comprehensive
Plan, and potential amendments must be brought forward as soon as possible. Commissioner Waite agreed to forward the
updated Strategic Plan to the staff and Commissioners for review. Ms. Cunningham suggested that it might be necessary to
have a special meeting to take action on the Strategic Plan so that necessary amendments to the Comprehensive Plan can go
forward as part of the current update.
Discussion on the Morris/Frost House
Commissioner Deiner-Karr recommended that the Morris/Frost House (formerly known as the Bigelow House) be renamed
the "Elwell House." She reviewed historical information showing that the property where the structure is located, as well as
the surrounding properties, was originally owned by Pleasant Elwell, who obtained them via a preemptive claim under the
Homestead Act. The site was originally developed with a cabin that was eventually replaced with the current structure. She
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water, sewer and roads and things that are really important although he objected to some of the methods
for financing utilities. The Water Fund currently has a balance of $13 million, another fund has $8 million
and the Sewer Fund has $42 million from the bond sale although there are not $42 million in projects.
Staff has proposed to "soak us all well now for what they want to do in the future" which he assumed
meant more committees, staff, etc. Residents will be restricted from cutting trees on their own property,
fees for staff and penalties if they did it wrong, as well as billed for utility work that will not be done in
the near future. He suggested reversing the process by eliminating extra committees and the proposal by
the Tree Board to restrict property rights so there is time to deal with things like how much citizens are
being billed. He summarized the most volatile issue to Edmonds citizens is restricting their property
rights.
Councilmember Bloom referred to the passionate plea made by two citizens related to the Edmonds
Conference Center which has also included emails to Council in February. She suggested they be given
some idea whether the Council intends to take any action regarding the Edmonds Conference Center.
Mayor Earling said Council President Fraley-Monillas intends to bring that up under Council Comments
at end of the agenda.
7. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING THE PROFITT/ASTELL HOUSE
LOCATED AT 825 MAIN STREET, EDMONDS, WASHINGTON FOR INCLUSION ON THE
EDMONDS REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES, AND DIRECTING THE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DIRECTOR OR HIS DESIGNEE TO DESIGNATE THE SITE ON THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP WITH AN "HR" DESIGNATION. (FILE NO. PLN20100013)
Senior Planner Kernen Lien explained the Profitt/Astell House has been nominated for consideration for
placement on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places. The property owners nominated the house and
signed the authorization form. He described the effects of listing on the register:
• Honorary designation denoting significant association with the history of Edmonds
• Prior to commencing any work on a register property (excluding repair and maintenance), owner
must request and receive a certificate of appropriateness from the Historic Preservation
Commission
• May be eligible for special tax valuation on their rehabilitation
He provided an aerial map and identified the location of the house on 825 Main Street. He reviewed
designation criteria and how the Profitt/Astell House meets the criteria:
• Significantly associated with the history, architecture, archaeology, engineering or cultural
heritage of Edmonds
o This house is associated with the early residential growth of Edmonds and is associated with
George Profitt one time water superintendent and plumbing proprietor of Reliable Flooring
and James Astell (son of Carrie Yost Astell) who served several terms as a city councilman as
well as the town's Fire Chief
• Has integrity
o The house is a largely intact example of a 2-story Craftsman bungalow
• At least 50 years old, or has exceptional importance if less the 50 years old
o The building was constructed in 1901 and thus is 114 years old
• Falls into at least one of designation categories, ECDC 20.45.010.a-k
b. Embodies the distinctive architectural characteristics of a type period, style
e. Is associated with the lives of persons significant in national, state or local history
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
o The building was moved in 1927/1928, approximately the time the Edmonds Elementary
School (currently the Francis Anderson Center) was being constructed
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He provided a photograph of the house and described significant features:
• The building is a two-story rectangular building Craftsman bungalow
• The building has a front gable roof and a full width hip roofed front porch along the entire south
facade.
• The building has four simple supporting brackets, a common feature of a Craftsman bungalow
The Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing and found:
• The nomination meets the criteria and is eligible for designation in the Edmonds Register of
Historic Places.
• The exterior of the structure contains the significant features.
• Recommends the property be listed on the Edmonds Register of Historic Place
The packet contains a proposed ordinance for listing the property on the Edmonds Register of Historic
Places. Mr. Lien provided a 1906 photograph of 6th Avenue and Dayton; this house was constructed in
1901.
Mayor Earling opened the public participation portion of the public hearing. There was no one present
who wished to provide testimony and Mayor Earling closed the public hearing.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT FRALEY-MONILLAS MOVED, COUNCILMEMBER PETSO, TO
APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 3995, DESIGNATION THE EXTERIOR OF THE
PROFITT/ASTELL HOUSE LOCATED AT 825 MAIN STREET, EDMONDS, WASHINGTON,
FOR INCLUSION ON THE EDMONDS REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES. MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. PUBLIC HEARING ON DRAFT STREETSCAPE/STREET TREES ELEMENT - 2015
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE
Development Services Director Shane Hope explained draft updates to the Comprehensive Plan are being
reviewed one at a time. Drafts, with refinements, will be considered all together in early July. The
existing Comprehensive Plan does not have a specific section regarding street trees and streetscape; the
2006 Streetscape Plan is adopted by reference and includes various appendices such as the Street Tree
Plan. This update includes only minor amendments to the Street Tree Plan; further revisions to the plan
will be made in the future. She reviewed the current proposal with regard to a streetscape and street trees:
• Add a new Streetscape and Street Tree section into the Comprehensive Plan to address goals and
policies
• Make minor adjustments to the Street Tree Plan to allow for better performing trees along certain
trees;
• Do not adopt the Streetscape Plan by reference, but include it as an appendix to the
Comprehensive Plan.
• Add two implementation strategies to the Streetscape & Street Tree section of the Comprehensive
Plan
1. Develop an update to the Street Tree Plan by the end of 2016
2. Develop an Urban Forest Management Plan by the end of 2107
The Planning Board discussed the Streetscape & Street Tree Section on March 11 t1' (introduction) and
April 18th (recommendation) and the Tree Board discussed the same material on April 9t1i. Through
meetings with staff from the Parks and Recreation Department, staff identified the following key points:
• Certain tree species in the existing Street Tree Plan (2006) were underperforming or the wrong
shape and size for the area indicated for planting
• The existing Street Tree Plan Map was difficult to read
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April 21, 2015
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ORDINANCE NO.3995
AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING THE EXTERIOR OF THE
PROFITT/ASTELL HOUSE LOCATED AT 825 MAIN STREET,
EDMONDS, WASHINGTON FOR INCLUSION ON THE
EDMONDS REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES, AND
DIRECTING THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR
OR DESIGNEE TO DESIGNATE THE SITE ON THE
OFFICIAL ZONING MAP WITH AN "HR" DESIGNATION.,
AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME
EFFECTIVE.
WHEREAS, the residence known as the Profitt/Astell House located at 825 Main
Street, Edmonds, Washington, is included on the Historic Survey of Downtown Edmonds
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prepared by BOLA Architecture in conjunction with the Washington State Office of
Archaeology and Historic Preservation in October, 2004, as a property that is potentially eligible
for listing on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places; and
WHEREAS, the Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission held a public
hearing on March 12, 2015, to consider the eligibility of the Profitt/Astell House for listing on
the Edmonds Register of Historic Places; and
WHEREAS, after consideration of the staff recommendation the Commission
unanimously voted to recommend to the City Council that the Profitt/Astell House be listed on
the Edmonds Register of Historic Places; and
and
WHEREAS, the owner(s) have given their written consent for such designation;
WHEREAS, the City Council has received the recommendation of the Historic
Preservation Commission regarding the features of the site which contribute to its designation
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and finds that the application meets the criteria of the ordinance as contained in Chapter 20.45 of
the ECDC; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a public hearing on April 21, 2015, to consider
the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The house located at 825 Main Street Edmonds, Washington 98020,
known as the Profitt/Astell House, is hereby approved for designation to the Edmonds Historic
Register. The exterior of the building is hereby designated as significant.
Section 2. The Development Services Director, or her designee, is hereby
authorized to designate the listed site on the Edmonds zoning map with an "HR" designation.
This designation does not change or modify the underlying zone classification.
Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance, being an exercise of a power specifi-
cally delegated to the City legislative body, is not subject to referendum, and shall take effect
five (5) days after passage and publication of an approved summary thereof consisting of the
title.
V ED:
MAYOR DAVID O. EARLING
ATT UT CAT
CITY CLERK, SCOT ASSEY
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY:
BY
JEFFMEY B. TARADAY, CITY ATTORNEY
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FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: April 17, 2015
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: April 21, 2015
PUBLISHED: April 26, 2015
EFFECTIVE DATE: May 1, 2015
ORDINANCE NO. 3995
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 3995
of the City of Edmonds, Washington
On the 21 st day of April, 2015, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed
Ordinance No. 3995. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title,
provides as follows:
AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING THE EXTERIOR OF THE
PROFITT/ASTELL HOUSE LOCATED AT 825 MAIN STREET, EDMONDS,
WASHINGTON FOR INCLUSION ON THE EDMONDS REGISTER OF
HISTORIC PLACES, AND DIRECTING THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
DIRECTOR OR DESIGNEE TO DESIGNATE THE SITE ON THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP WITH AN "HR" DESIGNATION., AND FIXING A TIME
WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE.
The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request.
DATED this 22"d day of April, 2015.
CITY ERK, SCOTT P EY
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deposes and says: that he/she is the legal
representative of the Everett Daily Herald a
daily newspaper. The said newspaper is a legal
newspaper by order of the superior court in the
county in which it is published and is now and
has been for more than six months prior to the
date of the first publication of the Notice
hereinafter referred to, published in the English
language continually as a daily newspaper in
Snohomish County, Washington and is and
always has been printed in whole or part in the
Everett Daily Herald and is of general
circulation in said County, and is a legal
newspaper, in accordance with the Chapter 99
of the Laws of 1921, as amended by Chapter
213, Laws of 1941, and approved as a legal
newspaper by order of the Superior Court of
Snohomish County, State of Washington, by
order dated June 16, 1941, and that the annexed
is a true copy of EDH628499 ORDINANCE
3994, 3995 as it was published in the regular
and entire issue of said paper and not as a
supplement form thereof for a period of 1
issue(s), such publication commencing on
04/26/2015 and ending on 04/26/2015 and that
said newspaper was regularly distributed to its
subscribers during all of said period.
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o1 the City of Edmond6. Washington
On The 21 st day of April, 8015. the City Counoll al the City of
EdmondS. passed the following Ordinances. A summaof the
content of said ordiryry nances, consisting at ttsles, are provldad as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO.3t1.94
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS.
WASHINGTON. AMENDING E0MON0S CITY COM, TITLE
10, TO ADD A NEW CHAPTER 10.65 CREATING A
DIVERSITY COMMISSION
ORDINANCE NO.3095
AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING THE EXTERIOR OF THE
PROFITTIASTELL HOUSE LOCATED AT 825 MAIN
STREET, EDMONDS. WASHINGTON FOR TNCLUSION ON
THE EDMONDS REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES, AND
DIRECTING THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR
OR DESIGNEE TO DESIGNATE THE SITE ON THE
OFFICIAL ZONING MAP WITH AN 'HR" DESIGNATION.
AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME
EFFECTIVE.
The full text of these Ordinances will be mailed upon request.
DATED this 22nd day of April, 2015.
CITY CLERK, SCOTT PASSEY
P bllshed: April 26, 2015. EDH626499
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6.1
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 08/8/2019
Individual Commissioner reports on potential properties
Staff Lead: N/A
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Property located at 314 Casper St. and 22029 98th PI W.
Staff Recommendation
Review
Narrative
Discuss current received information.
Attachments:
PENDING HPC
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PENDING HPC NOMINATIONS
FILE NOS.
NAME
ADDRESS
STATUS
ASSIGNED
HP-o6-1o8
Edmonds High School
410 4th Ave. N.
No response
HP-o6-113
Mowatt Wells House
12o Edmonds St.
Ltr sent - No
response
Waite
HP-o6-114
Bettinger House
555 Main St.
Not Interested
PLN-o9-7
Powers House
524 Main St.
No response
Larry
PLN-o9-9
Princess Theater
415 Main St.
Not Interested
Dave
PLN-o9-11
Building
5o8 Main St.
No response
PLN-o9-13
Red Barn
228 Fifth Ave. S.
Not Interested
PLN-o9-14
RR Station
211 Railroad Ave.
No response
PLN-o9-15
Hall/Deiner House
536 Bell St.
No Response
Emily
PLN-o9-16
Beeson Building
402 - 410 Main St.
No response
PLN-10-6
Boys & Girls Club
310 6th Ave. N.
Not at this time
PLN-10-7
W. B. Gelstrell House
6o1 Main St.
Not at this time
PLN-10-8
Hill House
757 Main St.
Not Interested
PLN-10-9
Goring House
711 Main St.
Not Interested
PLN-10-10
Kingdon's Store
318 Main St.
No response
PLN-10-11
Opera House
515 Dayton St.
No Response
Katie
PLN-10-12
Doctor's Office
110 4th Ave. N.
No response
PLN-10-15
Craftsman House
731 Main St.
No response
PLN-lo-16
Grandpa Lund House
134 3rd Ave. N.
No response
PLN-10-32
Pinkham House
554 Seamont Lane
Not Interested
PLN-10-36
House
228 Sunset Ave. N.
Not at this time
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6.2
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 08/8/2019
Discussion on 2020 Historic Calendar
Staff Lead: Emily Scott
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Staff Recommendation
Narrative
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7.1
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 08/8/2019
Information on historic informational panel at Salish
Staff Lead: Councilmember Teitzel
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Our community has a strong desire to preserve our rich cultural history, which is at risk of being lost to
the fog of time as Edmonds continues to evolve. In 2005, renovation began on the old Edmonds High
School building (which was constructed in 1909 and served generations of Edmonds students) to convert
it into what is now the Edmonds Center for the Arts. During that renovation, the original entrance
portico, which was an ornate, arched structure made from formed concrete, was removed from the
fagade of the building and was designated as trash. The Echelbarger family, a local family with deep
roots in Edmonds, recognized the cultural significance of the portico and asked to take possession and
preserve it. Permission was granted, and the Echelbargers ultimately restored the portico and mounted
it in 2015 for display at the southeast corner of the Salish Crossing property at the intersection of SR 104
and Dayton St. Since no signage now exists to explain to passersby what the portico is, the Echelbarger
family has requested the city partner with them in the display of the portico by developing an
informational panel explaining the local historic significance of the structure.
The concept of the informational panel explaining the significance of the old Edmonds High School
portico was presented to the Historic Preservation Commission, and the Commission fully supports the
concept. Since the portico no longer resides in its original location, however, the Commission doesn't
believe leadership of the informational panel project is within the charter of the Commis
Staff Recommendation
Narrative
See Attachment 2 (attached)
Attachments:
Att. 1: HPC minutes 2.14.19
Att. 2: Interpretative Panel
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CITY OF EDMONDS
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING
February 14, 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 STAFF PRESENT
Kate Kelly, Vice Chair Rob Chave, Planning Division Manager
David Preston Kernen Lien, Environmental Programs Manager
Tim Raetzloff Diane Cunningham, Administrative Assistant
Emily Scott (left at 6:00 p.m.)
Larry Vogel OTHERS PRESENT
Steve Waite Dave Teitzel, City Council Member
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT to
Chris Definer -Karr (excused) E
Laura Johnson, Chair (excused) °
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Kristiana Johnson, City Council Member (excused)
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COMMISSIONER SCOTT MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 8, 2018 BE ACCEPTED AS
PRESENTED. COMMISSIONER PRESTON SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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The agenda was adjusted to add a discussion regarding the portico that is currently located on the Cascadia Art Museum =
property under New Business. The remainder of the agenda was accepted as presented.
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Election of Officers for 2019
COMMISSIONER WAITE MOVED TO APPOINT KATE KELLY AS VICE CHAIR OF THE COMMISSION IN
2019. COMMISSIONER PRESTON SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
COMMISSIONER PRESTON MOVED TO APPOINT LAURA JOHNSON AS CHAIR OF THE COMMISSION IN
2019. COMMISSIONER VOGEL SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Goals and Objectives for 2019
The Commission formed a Subcommittee (Commissioners Scott, Vogel, Waite and Kelly) to review the ordinance that
established the Commission and come up with goals for the coming year that will reenergize the group. Commissioner Vogel
was assigned to serve as chair of the subcommittee. They discussed that their main objective should be to place properties
and sites on the Register. Currently, there are 19. They also discussed that it might be helpful if Commissioners kept a log of
the hours they spend doing Commission work.
Portico at Cascadia Art Museum (Echelbargers)
The Commission reviewed a request from the owner of the Salish Crossing property for a plaque or sign on the portico to
explain its significance to Edmonds History. They agreed it is not within the Commission's purview to nominate the portico
for the Register, but they could provide assistance as needed. Vice Chair Kelly agreed to speak with Frances Chapin,
Edmonds Cultural Services Manager, about the Edmonds Arts Commission taking the lead.
Property Interested in Historic Register
The Commission discussed the home at 560 Bell Street as a potential candidate for the Register. It was noted that a
nomination application was prepared previously, but the property owner requested that it be withdrawn. The owner recently
met with Commissioner Raetzloff and indicated a desire to move the nomination forward, but there are some concerns about
its ability to meet the criteria. Vice Chair Kelly agreed to look for historic photographs of the house, and she and
Commissioner Waite would conduct a site visit. They agreed to report back at the next Commission meeting. Commissioner
Raetzloff agreed to contact the property owner to arrange the site visit.
The Commission also discussed the process of adding the Mowatt Wells house to the Edmonds Register of Historic Places. It
was noted that it is already on the National Register. Ms. Cunningham agreed to send an application letter to the property
owner, requesting a signature so it can move forward to a public hearing.
Commissioner Preston said he has been working with Commissioner Diener -Karr to contact the owners of the Princess r
Theater to ask them to consider adding the property to the Register. Ms. Cunningham advised that the owners have been w
approached on a number of occasions but have not been interested to date.
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This discussion was postponed to the next meeting, since Commissioner Johnson (the lead) was not present at the meeting. It
was noted that the Commission is scheduled to provide a display at the Edmonds Library in August. Q
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This discussion was postponed to the next meeting, following the subcommittee's recommendation on goals and objectives M
for 2019. They discussed that the proposed theme for the 2020 calendar is the 1960s, and it should be ready to print by Q
October 151. It was suggested that they need to have a better plan for distributing the calendars next time. Ms. Cunningham
advised that there are still two boxes of 2019 calendars left.
Historic Preservation Commission Minutes
February 14, 2019 Page 2
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DRAFT
City Council Agenda Item
Meeting Date: XXXXXX, 2019
Approval of expenditure for historic informational panel
Staff Lead: Frances Chapin
Department: City Council
Preparer: Dave Teitzel
Background/history
Our community has a strong desire to preserve our rich cultural history, which is at risk of being lost to
the fog of time as Edmonds continues to evolve. In 2005, renovation began on the old Edmonds High
School building (which was constructed in 1909 and served generations of Edmonds students) to convert
it into what is now the Edmonds Center for the Arts. During that renovation, the original entrance
portico, which was an ornate, arched structure made from formed concrete, was removed from the
fagade of the building and was designated as trash. The Echelbarger family, a local family with deep
roots in Edmonds, recognized the cultural significance of the portico and asked to take possession and
preserve it. Permission was granted, and the Echelbargers ultimately restored the portico and mounted
it in 2015 for display at the southeast corner of the Salish Crossing property at the intersection of SR 104
and Dayton St. Since no signage now exists to explain to passersby what the portico is, the Echelbarger
family has requested the city partner with them in the display of the portico by developing an
informational panel explaining the local historic significance of the structure.
The concept of the informational panel explaining the significance of the old Edmonds High School
portico was presented to the Historic Preservation Commission, and the Commission fully supports the
concept. Since the portico no longer resides in its original location, however, the Commission doesn't
believe leadership of the informational panel project is within the charter of the Commission and they
defer to the city's Cultural Services manager, Frances Chapin, to lead this project.
Recommendation
Approve funding of up to $5,000 for design, fabrication and installation of an informational panel
explaining the historic significance of the original Edmonds High School portico now displayed at the
intersection of SR 104 and Dayton St. There are two potential funding sources for this project: the
Council Contingency Fund, which has approx. $20,500 remaining for 2019, or the General Fund balance.
The Finance Committee may select either funding source at its discretion. However, it should be noted
two previous informational panels requested by Council and installed in 2017--one in Yost Park and the
other at the southern end of Sunset Avenue --were funded via the Council contingency fund.
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Narrative
An informational panel of approximately 18" x 48" (similar to the size and design of the existing
informational panels at Marina Beach Park and on the southern end of Sunset Ave) is proposed to
explain to passersby the historic significance of the old Edmonds High School portico now located at the
intersection of SR 104 and Dayton St. in the southeast corner of the Salish Crossing parking lot. The
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Dept. will take the lead in coordinating production of the panel,
which will be made by Fossil Industries and constructed of durable, UV -resistant polycarbonate material.
The panel will feature, on the left side of the panel, a historic photo of the portico in its original location
on the facade of the old Edmonds High School with descriptive text on the right side of the panel. This is
similar to the design of the informational panel now mounted at the southern end of Sunset Ave.
showing the view from that spot approximately 100 years ago. A photo of the Sunset Ave. informational
panel is shown below for reference:
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structures, places or objects has a consistent appearance, as this signage is meant to be viewed and
enjoyed by the public. Our Cultural Services department is well versed on maintaining this consistency
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in appearance and message, and will ensure the proposed portico informational panel is tastefully done
and has consistency of design with other informational panels currently installed in Edmonds.
The initial draft of descriptive text for the proposed Edmonds High School portico informational panel is:
"This structure is the original entrance portico for the old Edmonds High School building which
was constructed in 1909 at 6t" Ave. and Glen St. Many generations of Edmonds students passed
through this portico to begin their school days. The portico remained at that location until 2005
as the building was converted over time for various uses —including a junior high and a small
college. The portico was removed from the high school building in 2005 as renovation
commenced to convert the building into what is now Edmonds Center for the Arts. The portico
was stored, restored to original condition, and then installed at this site in 2015 for the public to
view and enjoy."
This panel will be constructed of UV -resistant polycarbonate that will last for decades —similar to the
existing informational panels at Marina Beach Park and Sunset Ave. The cost of each panel is estimated
at $5,000, including a design fee of $2,700 and a production/mounting fee of $2,200. The project
management of this project will be handled by the Edmonds Cultural Services Department, and field
installation will be handled by the Edmonds parks maintenance team to minimize project expenses.
This item supports Strategic Action Item 1(e).
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7.2
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 08/8/2019
Discussion on Library Project
Staff Lead: Emily Scott
Department: Planning Division
Prepared By: Diane Cunningham
Background/History
Staff Recommendation
Narrative
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