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Timestamp: 2019-04-24 12:40:07+00:00

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17.349.030 Development, alteration, or demolition of cultural resources.
The recognition, protection, enhancement, recovery, and adaptive use of cultural resources embodying Coos Bay’s historical heritage can improve civic identity and add cultural and educational enrichment. The purpose of the following regulations is to: identify as early as possible and resolve conflicts between the preservation of cultural resources and alternative land uses; promote the continued use of historic buildings without detrimentally affecting their significance; enhance the visual character of the city by encouraging the renovation of historic structures; foster public appreciation and a sense of community identity based on the beauty and heritage of the city; and protect and enhance the city’s attraction to residents, tourists, and visitors. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.010].
Any property identified as a cultural resource shall not be developed, altered, remodeled, relocated, or demolished if this activity will detrimentally affect the significance of the resource. Determination of a site’s significance and consideration of the proposed changes against the site’s cultural value shall be made in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.020].
(1) General. This section establishes the procedure to determine the site’s significance and to weigh potential conflicts between conservation and alteration or removal before approval of any such activity.
(b) Plans or drawings showing the property and existing building dimensions and the character or details of the exterior, structural alterations (including additions), and, if a demolition is planned, the proposed use of the site.
(c) Statement explaining why the resource should or should not be preserved or protected. Supporting evidence from a qualified resource specialist is encouraged.
(d) If a demolition is proposed, a statement from the State Historic Preservation Office relating to the resource’s value and a structural survey by the building official.
(e) If an archaeological site will be disturbed, proof that the Coos, Siuslaw, and Lower Umpqua Tribal Council and the State Historic Preservation Office have been notified and given the opportunity to respond.
(b) The approval of special assessment includes a review of the proposed development, alteration, or remodel.
To be eligible for this exception, the owner or agent shall submit plans for the work and documentation that these plans have received state approval. If a development or building permit is issued for the work, the city shall assure that the work is completed in conformance with the state-approved plan. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.030].
The planning commission shall conduct a Type III hearing prior to the designation, development, alteration, or demolition of a cultural resource. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.040].
The planning commission shall approve, conditionally approve, or deny an application after adopting findings of fact based on substantial evidence in the record.
(d) The resource embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period, or method of construction or is valuable as an example of the use of indigenous materials or craftsmanship.
(e) Visual characteristics, such as paint color and surface texture, grading, surface paving, and landscaping.
(c) The proposed use is compatible with the zoning and current use of the land and its immediate surroundings. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.050].
(d) Using civic means to ensure adequate protection of the resources such as acquisition of easements, public dedications, or transfer of title.
(4) At the next regularly scheduled commission meeting after the end of the waiting period, the commission shall reconsider evidence that alternatives were pursued in good faith and shall evaluate this information against the decision criteria in CBDC 17.349.050. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.060].
The planning commission may impose other conditions deemed to be necessary to ensure the value of the resource will be protected. These conditions shall be stated in terms that are specific and measurable so the applicant is fully aware of the intent and justification of the condition and how and when implementation is to be accomplished.
(1) These conditions may include those specified in Chapter 17.347 CBDC, Conditional Uses.
(2) File a pictorial or graphic record of the structure with the department prior to alteration or demolition. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.070].
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance or repair of any exterior architectural feature in or on any property covered by this chapter that does not involve a change in design, material, or external appearance. This chapter shall not prevent the construction, reconstruction, alteration, restoration, demolition or removal of any feature if the building official certifies to the commission that the action is required for public safety by the State Structural Specialty Code. [Ord. 503 § 1 (Exh. B), 2018; Ord. 473 § 3 (Exh. A), 2016. Formerly 17.372.080].

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