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CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
AGENDA
THURSDAY, October 15, 2015 - 3:00 P.M.
City Hall – Conference Room
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MEETING on July 16, 2015
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
1. Summary of 2015 Activity
a. Summary of Applications 2014 and 2015
b. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2015
2. Department of Planning & Inspections Update
a. Restoring Central Dover Community Plan
b. Delaware Downtown Development District program
3. Zoning Ordinance Provisions for Historic District
OLD BUSINESS
NEW APPLICATIONS
NEW BUSINESS
1. Review of Permits Referred to Commission
2. Information on Permits with Architectural Review Certification Issued By Staff:
a. Building Permit #15-992: Exterior Renovations & Structural Repairs at 2 West
Loockerman Street
3. Certified Local Government (CLG) Program
ADJOURN
THE AGENDA ITEMS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO
CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Agenda Posted: October 7, 2015
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CITY OF DOVER
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
July 16, 2015
The Regular Meeting of the City of Dover Historic District Commission was held on Thursday,
July 16, 2015 at 3:00 PM with Chairman Salkin presiding. Members present were Chairman
Salkin, Mr. McDaniel, Mr. Scrafford, Mr. Jackson and Ms. Horsey.
Planning Office Staff members present were Mrs. Melson-Williams, Mr. Cook, and Mrs. Purnell.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda as presented was approved by acclamation.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
MEETING OF APRIL 23, 2015
Mr. Scrafford moved to adopt the minutes of the regular Historic District Commission meeting of
April 23, 2015, seconded by Mr. McDaniel and the motion was unanimously carried 5-0.
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
Summary of 2015 Activity
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the update of the 2014 applications was the Wayside Signage
associated with the First State National Historical Park (HI-14-06). There are seven (7)
applications for 2015 that came before the Historic District Commission. There has been no
additional activity related to the building at 312 West Loockerman Street that was a Determination
of Demolition by Neglect.
Mrs. Melson-Williams asked if there were any other questions regarding the applications.
Ms. Horsey stated for clarity (correction) that for the Wayside Signage it was associated with the
First State National “Historical” Park instead of “Heritage.”
Chairman Salkin questioned sign questions that were raised about the second sign at 6 South State
Street, 54 South State Street (Presbyterian Church of Dover), and the Banners at the Governor’s
Café. He asked if there could be an update at the next meeting.
Responding to Mr. McDaniel’s question regarding any action on the Kirby & Holloway sign and
the property, Mrs. Melson-Williams suggested a drive-by and stated that to her understanding the
building was under active demolition.
Responding to Mr. McDaniel’s question regarding any action on the Santa House project, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated that she did not have any additional information.
Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2015 (through the end of June)
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that permit activity within the Historic District had twenty-three (23)
permits. Five (5) of the permits appeared before the Historic District Commission. Majority of the
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permits were Sign Permits. There were a number of permits related to building interior work.
There were some roof projects. There was one interior Demolition Permit related to interior
renovations.
Mrs. Melson-Williams asked if there were any other questions regarding the permits.
Department of Planning & Inspections Update
Restoring Central Dover Community Plan
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Restoring Central Dover Community Plan was adopted over
the winter. They were successful with the second application for the Implementation Grant from
the Wells Fargo Foundation; that was announced in June. The Steering Committee continues to
actively work on their implementation pieces.
Citywide Recreational Needs Assessment
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the DRAFT Report of the document is available and was
presented earlier this week for review to the Parks Recreation and Community Enhancement
Committee on July 13, 2015. The document will move forward to City Council for review. The
Historic District Commission was provided information regarding the Narrative Report and
Appendix A: Dover City Parks. The full DRAFT Report also includes Appendix B-Recreation &
Park Walkshed Maps and Appendix C-Survey Questionnaire and Summary. The Draft Report also
gives a list of implementation strategies that were identified as a result of the initial Needs
Assessment. The full DRAFT Report is viewable on the City’s website under the Meetings
heading for the Parks, Recreation & Community Enhancement Committee Meeting Paperless
Packet. The areas that are City Parks within the Historic District were identified as the City Plaza
area, the landscape area in front of City Hall, Constitutional Park, Memorial Park, and The Green.
Delaware Downtown Development District Program
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the program is active. There have been a number of permits for
the activities within the Development District. Habitat for Humanity has been working on the
construction of several homes on South Kirkwood Street which is utilizing a number of the
incentives from the Downtown Development District Program.
OLD BUSINESS
Update on Certified Local Government (CLG) Program:
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that included in the packets was the letter of May 15, 2015 that
formally designates Dover as a Certified Local Government Program. There are some additional
opportunities for technical and financial assistance in dealing with Historic Preservation matters.
There is a specific agreement that the City had to be a party to that recognizes what the
requirements are for being a Certified Local Government. The agreement relates to the processes
for the designation and protection of historic properties. There is a Historic Preservation Review
Commission in place. There is a system for survey and inventory of historic properties and it also
references opportunities for public participation. If any property was to pursue National Register
of Historic Places designation it would move through a very specific review process with the City
as well as the State processes that are currently required. The first eligibility to apply for funds is next
spring for FY17 starting (July 2016) with the available money in the amount of $10,000.
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Chairman Salkin commented that it would be helpful to have the application process as an agenda
item in the next month or two.
Mr. McDaniel stated that it is important that the Historic District Commission received the
designation of the Certified Local Government Program because it has been a long time and he
was excited. This is what the City needs to ensure that there is a historic review board.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that as part of the Certified Local Government program is the ability
of the State Historic Preservation Office to clearly to devote time to technical assistance. It would
be an excellent opportunity for them to visit and give more details about the program.
Responding to Mr. McDaniel’s question on whether there were many in Delaware, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated that there are five (5) or six (6) Certified Local Government programs.
They are the City of Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware City, Lewes, Milton, and the City
of Dover. Lewes is one of the newer groups and is fairly active. As part of their grant money they
received they have sponsored specific training.
Mr. Scrafford commented that it would be helpful to have a list of successful grants.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that there are items that have been established through various
studies such as the City’s Comprehensive Plan Historic Preservation Chapter that lays out a series
of goals and initiatives.
Mr. Scrafford commented that one at of the meetings it was stated that a brochure was produced.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that it is not necessarily bricks and mortar projects that receive the
grants and it actually may be prohibited under the grant. It is more like outreach materials, specific
studies, and development of guidelines, etc.
Responding to Chairman Salkin’s question whether there was any need for cash match, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated that there may be a matching component, but it does allow the in-kind
services which is staff hours.
Review of Permits Referred to Commission
There were no permits referred to the Commission for consideration.
Information on Permits with Architectural Review Certification Issued by Staff
Sign Permit #15-251: Wayside Signage on The Green for First State National Heritage Historical
Park (HI-14-06)
Mrs. Melson Williams stated that it was brought to the Historic District Commission as an
informational presentation. Persons from the National Park Service spoke regarding the plan for
the Wayside in November of 2014. It is considered a Public Sign under the Sign Regulations.
However, due to the placement and the recent involvement related to establishment of what was
the First State National Monument Park and now the Historical Park it was brought before the
Historic District Commission. Staff attended the ceremonial dedication and unveiling of the signs
that happened in late May. The signs are not physically located on The Green. The signs are
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located on the other side of the roadway between the State House and the Kirk-Short Building
which is the State Historic Preservation Office. They are referred to as two Waysides and there are
a couple of other waysides that are located in other areas of the Capitol Complex. There is one
wayside on each of the north and south sides of Legislative Hall. There used to be a wayside sign
between the Sykes Building as you moved toward the old Levy Court Building.
Ms. Horsey stated that the wayside sign between the Sykes Building is still there.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Wayside Sign utilizes the National Park Service format so
that people know that they have arrived which is one of the concerns of this being a very different
type of park from what you typically see in their system.
Building Permit #15-643: Exterior Renovations at 15 & 21 The Green
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Building Permit is for exterior renovations at 15 & 21 The
Green which is the State Historic Preservation Office. The Planning Office provided comments.
The project on the Kirk-Short Building project is a continuation of some of their other activities
that they have been doing at the building over the past five (5) years. There has been maintenance
and repair of the historic building which is related to the exterior fenestration and building system.
The permit focused on the north and west elevations of the building. Work was previously done on
the south (front) and east elevations. The brick building work involved exterior masonry repair.
They are specifically working with some of the windows, wood work and gutter and downspout
repair. Work is also being done on portion of the rear wing of the building that has asphalt shingles.
There is a small demolition related to a later addition that is on the rear of the building that
provided access in a restroom facility that was being removed on the interior with this project. The
building was originally used as multiple different office spaces, but now it is being occupied by
one agency. Staff did the Permit Review and it was noted that the permit would be brought before
the Historic District Commission as informational purposes. All of the activities that were being
done in this project clearly met the Design Standards and Guidelines. They were also addressing
some drainage issues.
Responding to Mr. Scrafford’s question whether the Guidelines in the book were being met, Mrs.
Melson-Williams replied yes.
Ms. Horsey commented that as an employee of this Division and also as a neighbor she was
delighted beyond belief that this is finally occurring. She thought that since everyone is concerned
about the Historic District this work is being done in the highest manner and there is no fake
material and the work is being done by BRS Consulting Inc.
Responding to Chairman Salkin’s question on whether the aluminum siding was staying, Mrs.
Melson-Williams replied yes.
Responding to Chairman Salkin’s question whether the metal roof was being replaced, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated that it is part of the flat roof system on both buildings with a built in gutter
that is not visible on the information provided.
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Responding to Chairman Salkin’s question whether the M7 windows were changing in size, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated yes. The windows are changing in size and are related to the proximity to
the roof system of the addition. The brick is the infill of that space and will match the brick of the
existing wall.
Responding to Chairman Salkin’s question whether it was restoring it to an original dimension or
is it a modification of the historic building, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that it is very likely that it
may have been the square format to begin with.
Mr. Jackson stated that it looks like with the addition they were reduced from the original size.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that there is some change on the west side of the building which is
most likely related to drainage issues.
Chairman Salkin stated that he asked the question because the contractor may be modifying the
historic fabric of the building. He questioned if this was routine. Responding to Chairman Salkin,
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that she considered this minor. If the contractor was putting up big
display windows or more extensively changing the dimension of the windows then that would
certainly be something that would warrant additional review. This is the rear of the building and
most of the work has very limited visibility.
Responding to Chairman Salkin’s questioned whether the ADA compliance was the responsibility
of the contractor such as the stairs, doorways, and railings of this project. ADA requires that
improvements to be made when there is a major renovation project and where did it fit in. If the
contractor did follow the ADA requirements the permit would probably need to come back before
the Historic District Commission. He wanted to make sure that whatever was required for ADA is
engrained with this process so that the Historic District Commission has the opportunity make
comments ahead of time in case there is an issue. He imagined if the stairs for example required a
new railing to be in compliance; then ADA could impact the design. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated
that there are provisions in the Building Code related to full compliance with ADA accessibility
items if it is listed on the National Register or in a Local Historic District. It gives the Building
Code Official some flexibility in looking at what are some reasonable accommodations that do not
impact or take away the significance of the building.
Chairman Salkin stated that in most cases the issues have not been dealt with on historic buildings.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that a number of years ago a lot of work was done related ADA
accessibility for a number of buildings in the Capital Complex and a lot of railing work was done.
Mr. Scrafford stated that the Courthouse was addressed. Mrs. Melson–Williams stated that yes,
some of it came before the Historic District Commission but she was not sure if all of it was
ultimately implemented. With State projects there is a State Accessibility Review Board.
Responding to Mr. Scrafford’s question if it was to affect the exterior of the building it would
come before the Historic District Commission, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that it would be in a
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permit activity and depending on what it is it might need to come before the Historic District
Commission.
Mr. Scrafford stated that it seems to be inconsistent to design the building and get it through the
Historic District Commission and then attack ADA only to find out that you need to come back
again. It just seems odd to add the very thing that people are trying to avoid, which is repetitive
meetings with the Historic District Commission than to accept or disapprove what is submitted.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the listing on the permit is standard language that issued coming
out of the Building Code side of the review.
Chairman Salkin stated that he was looking for simple terms that are helpful to him to understand
through whatever process an owner goes through to determine ADA requirements. Whether it is
the City or State Accessibility Board, the Historic District Commission should understand what
the legal ADA requirements are for the building review of the plans.
Mr. Jackson commented that it is enough for the Historic District Commission to just mention that
it will be done by others for example requirements are for the building review of the plans such as
how the railings might affect the appearance of the building.
Discussion of above comments regarding ADA requirements.
Mr. McDaniel commented that he would think that the Building Inspections process would take
care of their concerns.
Chairman Salkin commented and agreed with Mr. Jackson that it should be in writing what needs
to be done and by whom.
Ms. Horsey wondered if there were other buildings on The Green (the Sykes Building in
particular) that put in a ramp many years ago and if the ramp was installed due to a requirement.
The building is not visited no more than the building on 21 The Green. They are not highly visited
public buildings. This is an example of a building similar in age that has a ramp.
Mr. Scrafford stated that the decision as to whether it should or should not is not the Historic
District Commission responsibility. If it is done, then it is the Historic District Commission task to
evaluate. He agreed with Mr. Jackson that it needs to be listed somewhere that the Historic District
Commission has indicated that they recognize it needs to be done.
Mr. McDaniel stated that the Sykes Building had the opportunity to put in the ramp when the wall
fell off. Ms. Horsey agreed.
Chairman Salkin commented that he believed that this project should have come before the
Historic District Commission a long time ago. The Historic District Commission has asked that
every project on The Green come before them. It is a great project and it is as intrusive as any
project on a historic project that he has seen in five (5) years. In a normal process the Historic
District Commission would have the owner, builder, and consultant at a meeting so that questions
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could be answered before approval (to include ADA questions). He stated that he was very
disappointed that these questions and other questions he had could not be answered.
Responding to Chairman Salkin’s question if someone submits a permit that meets the Guidelines
does it still have to come before the Historic District Commission, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated it
depends on what the project is. The Zoning Ordinance specifically lays out the type of things that
are eligible for Staff review and the type of things that require Historic District Commission
review and potentially Planning Commission review. Typically, the construction of a new building
is not something that Staff can review; it would require the Historic District Commission and the
Planning Commission. Smaller rehab style projects and Sign Permits that are specifically laid out
in the Zoning Ordinance can be renewed by Staff. Staff can provide for the next Historic District
Commission the entire section of the Zoning Ordinance on the Architectural Review Certification
process and the types of activities that can be handled through a Staff Administrative process with
a Building Permit (this was previously discussed). There are types of things that have to take that
next step of filing a formal application to the Historic District Commission. Even those that are just
a Building Permit application, if Staff has any questions on whether it meets the Design Standards
and Guidelines they have the opportunity to do so and forward the information to the HDC.
Mr. McDaniel stated that the Historic District Commission wanted to be aware of items on The
Green and have input.
Ms. Horsey stated that the bricks on sidewalks are not the same as on buildings, but in some ways
they are because the Historic District Commission has asked in previous meetings to know about
the uptake of old bricks (sidewalks) within the Historic District. It is really the same thing as
windows on a building in her mind (it is not a whole lot of difference). It is more of an FYI (For
Your Information) that some of the projects, especially on The Green or nearby, should just
automatically come through the Historic District Commission. This is the reason the Historic
District Commission exists.
Chairman Salkin stated what the Historic District Commission is lacking in part is some type of a
notification process for these kinds of projects because the Ordinance states one thing and the
tradition states another and Staff may have a different perspective. On a project like this that was
submitted two (2) months ago, there was plenty of time for him as the Chairman or the entire body
as members to get an email or be alerted that the Permit was going through the process and if they
had any questions to come into the office. There is a gap. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that she
was not sure how much of that could be done without constituting a meeting. Chairman Salkin
stated that he understood, but as individuals the Historic District Commission could look at a set of
drawings that are on display. During the time there were no Historic District Commission meetings
the Permit was moving through the process. We could have had a meeting or some notification of
the status. It fits into two (2) categories that (unofficial policy) anything on The Green was
reviewed by Historic District Commission and after the Woodburn project was approved that he
thought that everyone including Staff agreed that the Historic District Commission would see the
larger state agency projects. It needs to be clarified at some point because this permit fits into both
categories.
No action needs to be taken on this Permit it was informational.
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Responding to Chairman Salkin’s question on the status of the project, Mrs. Melson-Williams
stated that she had not seen any major scaffolding at this point but the Permit has been issued. The
Permit as all permits would be active for a period of six (6) months after it would be eligible for an
extension if needed. Given the timing the Permit it might be related to some fiscal year transition.
Mr. Scarfford stated that it is a big project.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that tomorrow is the deadline for filing new applications to the
Historic District Commission and there are no new applications at the current time. They typically
will wait until August before determining whether or not a meeting needs to be held so that any
permit activity can be captured that may need to come before the Historic District Commission.
Mr. Scrafford moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Mr. Jackson and unanimously carried
5-0.
Meeting adjourned at 4:01 PM
Sincerely,
Maretta Savage-Purnell
Secretary
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City of Dover Historic District Commission
Summary of Applications 2015
Updated thru October 1, 2015
FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS
HI-15-01 DRAFT Certified City of Dover Application to be Draft Application presented to HDC on Planning Staff completed DRAFT of CLG
Local designated as a 1/15/2015. Draft Application reviewed by Application. Application presented to City
Government Certified Local Legislative, Finance & Administration Council who endorsed its submission.
Application Government Committee on 2/9/2015. City Council on Submission to SHPO with cover letter dated
2/23/2015 approved Application for 3/30/2015 from Mayor. Designated a CLG
submission. on May 15, 2015.
HI-15-02 Sign Permit #14- 151 Kings Highway Sign Permit for post Permit #14-1609 referred to HDC by City Permit issued for post and panel sign. Sign
1609 Referral SW, Woodburn and panel sign Planner for Architectural Review installed.
Governors Mansion Certification consultation; 1/15/2015 HDC
Meeting - approved ARC as submitted in
permit; Staff Approval of Permit per ARC
HI-15-03 Sign Permit #15- 6 South State Street, Sign Permit for Permit #15-15 referred to HDC by City Permit issued. Freestanding sign and fence
15 Referral Baird Mandalas & freestanding sign and Planner for Architectural Review installed at property corner of South State
Brockstedt fence Certification consultation; 1/15/2015 HDC Street and Division Street.
Meeting - approved ARC with conditions on
height and size; Staff Approval of Permit
per ARC
HI-15-04 Building Permit 3 Loockerman Plaza, Building Permit for Permit #15-19 referred to HDC by City Permit issued. Construction complete.
#15-19 Referral PNC Bank Drive-thru ATM Planner for Architectural Review
structure Certification consultation; 1/15/2015 HDC
Meeting - approved ARC with conditions for
dumpster enclosure; Staff Approval of
Permit per ARC
HI-15-05 Biggs Museum 406 Federal Street Installation of Architectural Review Certification Permit issued. Installation of the sculpture
Sculpture exterior sculpture of Application granted at HDC meeting of is complete.
tree and birds 2/19/2015; Staff Approval of Permit per
ARC
HI-15-06 312 West Determination of Determination of Demolition by Neglect by Active Code Enforcement Cases and
Loockerman Street Demolition by HCD at meeting of 2/19/2015. Property designated a Dangerous Building. Property
Building at 312 Neglect declared a Dangerous Building by City owner has until 9/9/2015 to repair or
West Loockerman Council on 3/9/2015. demolish building. City taking action to
Street demolish the building.
HI-15-07 Santa House Loockerman Way Informational Permit issued.
Project and other locations Presentation Project for a portable temporary structure.
Presentation on project at 4/23/2015 HDC
Meeting. Staff Approval of Permit #15-1159
per ARC recommendations.
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Summary of Applications 2014
Updated thru October 1, 2015
FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS
HI-14-01 Sign Permit #14- 22-24 West Sign Permit for two Permit #14-148 referred to HDC by City Planner Staff worked with applicant to revised design and
148 Referral Loockerman Street - wall signs for Architectural Review Certification material of wall signs. Revised concept approved and
EZ Pass Offices consultation;2/20/14 HDC Meeting - no quorum Permit issued. Signage installed.
present, Staff continued to work with applicant
HI-14-02 Kirby & Holloway 656 North DuPont Consideration to 3/20/2014 HDC Consideration of status of pylon Sign maintains its legal non-conforming status
Sign Highway determine sign; HDC Determined Sign to be a Historic & indefinitely and can remain in its current form.
historic/cultural or Significant Sign under the provisions of Zoning
aesthetic significance Ordinance, Article 5 Section 4.12
of pylon sign
HI-14-03 Lands of Six South 6 South State Street Construction of 4/17/14 HDC Recommendation of Approval of Check Prints of Site Plan submitted; Review Comments
State, LLC: 6 parking lot off alley ArchRevCert with conditions. Application S-14-11 issued 7/7/14 and 8/5/14. Building interior work
South State Street and other site reviewed by PC and granted Approval of ongoing under permit and exterior trimwork being
improvements ArchRevCert with conditions on 5/19/2014 painted. Landscape clean-up and select tree removal
has occurred. Final Site Plan approval 8/8/2014.
Administrative Building Permit #14-1023 issued for site
improvements. Inspections of site on 8/18/2014;
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy issued.
HI-14-04 Sign Permit #14- 300 West Sign Permit for two Permit #14-279 referred to HDC by City Planner Sign Permit #14-279 superseded by new revised Sign
279 Referral Loockerman Street - wall signs for Architectural Review Certification Permit #14-764. With Permit #14-764 Wall Signs to be
Family Dollar consultation; scheduled for 6/19/2014 HDC externally lit by gooseneck lights in compliance with
Meeting. Revised Sign Permit submitted to DS&G. Permit approval granted. Signage and
supersede Permit #14-279; no action by HDC gooseneck lights installed.
required.
HI-14-05 Historic Property 54 The Green Consideration of Application for Tax Credit approved by HDC on Project work received Architectural Review
Tax Credit Application for 11/20/2014. Certification with Permit #14-1231 (Staff Review and
Historic Property Tax information presented to HDC on 9/18/2014). Project
Credit complete. Documents processed to Award Tax Credit.
HI-14-06 Wayside Signage The Green; near 21 Presentation of Informational Presentation to HDC on 11/20/2014 Sign Permit #15-251 for two Waysides Signs issued,
for First State The Green signage concept for by National Park Service staff. signs installed, and placement ceremony held
National Waysides 5/29/2015. The Green originally designated as part of
Monument the First State National Monument is now designated
as part of the First State National Historical Park.
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
1/26/2015 14-1609 151 Kings Highway, SW, Sign Permit - Post and Panel Staff Referral to HDC for 1/15/2015; Post and panel sign at driveway
Woodburn - Governors Sign HDC Consultation as HI-15-02 entrance; fiberglass panel with black
Mansion recommended ARC as Permit metal posts. Sign installed.
1/26/2015 15-26 406 Federal Street, Biggs Building Permit- Drainage Staff Approval Project for drainage improvements:
Museum Improvements new gutter, downspouts, brick and
concrete sidewalk regrading, add low
brick retaining wall. Complete in April
2015.
1/12/2015 15-49 15 Kent Avenue, Murphey Roof Permit No Review of Permit by Planning Staff Replacement of roof with synthetic
School slate roof and also work on a flat roof
area. This project is similar to roof
project on another building in
Murphey School complex that received
CDBG funding which included review
by SHPO Office (Finding of No Adverse
Impact) and Planning Staff
consultation for project scope of work.
1/22/2015 15-65 125-A West Loockerman Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations for tenant fit-out.
Street, Uncorked Canvas Renovations required for interior work. Complete in February 2015.
2/5/2015 15-15 6 South State Street, Baird, Sign Permit - Freestanding Sign Staff Referral to HDC for 1/15/2015; Freestanding Sign on Fence at corner
Mandalas & Brockstedt and Fence HDC Consultation as HI-15-03 of South State Street and Division
recommended ARC with revisions and Street. Fence with Signs installed.
conditions Working on landscaping.
2/13/2015 15-93 414 South State Street Building Permit - Window Staff Approval Replacement of window on side
Replacement elevation. Complete in March 2015.
2/6/2015 15-162 15 Kings Highway, NE Roof Permit No Review of Permit by Planning Staff Replacement of Roof. Existing
residential dwelling being converted to
professional offices Application C-15-
01. Roof Complete.
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
3/24/2015 15-19 3 Loockerman Plaza, PNC Building Permit - Drive-thru Staff Referral to HDC for 1/15/2015; Freestanding drive-thru ATM structure
Bank ATM structure HDC Consultation as HI-15-04 with site circulation changes and new
recommended ARC with conditions Dumpster enclosure. Permit issued.
Construction complete 6/25/2015.
3/27/2015 15-144 54 South State Street, Sign Permit - Post and Panel Staff Approval Post and panel sign with church name
Presbyterian Church of Sign installed in yard area at corner of
Dover South State Street and Reed Street
3/27/2015 15-278 406 Federal Street, Biggs Building Permit - Exterior HDC Approval of ARC on 2/19/2015 as Permit issued. Sculpture installed.
Museum Sculpture & Site Application HI-15-05; Staff Issued
improvements Permit per Approval
4/7/20015 15-251 The Green (Near 21 The Sign Permit - Waysides Informational Presentation to HDC on Wayside signs are part of the
Green) 11/20/2014 as Application HI-14-07: interpretation of the First State
Staff Issued Permit National Historical Park: The Green.
Signs installed.
4/17/2015 15-354 239 West Loockerman Sign Permit - Wall Sign Staff Approval Sign installed.
Street
5/20/2015 15-109 125A West Loockerman Sign Permit - Window Sign Staff Approval Sign installed.
Street, Uncorked Canvas
5/12/2015 15-377 15 Kings Highway, NE, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval Existing residential dwelling being
Professional Offices Renovations and ADA Ramp converted to professional offices
Application C-15-01. Complete and
Certificate of Occupancy issued.
5/8/2015 15-506 54 South State Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Renovations for commercial kitchen
Presbyterian Church of Renovations required for interior work. space. Construction underway.
Dover
5/5/2015 15-507 501 South State Street, Temporary Sign Permit - Staff Approval Banners to be placed in May, June and
Christ Church Banners July.
5/12/2015 15-582 54 South State Street, Temporary Sign Permit - Staff Approval Signs for placement in June; now
Presbyterian Church of Banner and Sign removed.
Dover
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
5/13/2015 15-595 140 South State Street, Grey Demolition Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior selective demolition related to
Fox Grille Demolition only required for interior work. interior renovations for restaurant.
Complete.
6/11/2015 15-630 140 South State Street, Grey Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval For re-establishment of restaurant use
Fox Grille Renovations & Exterior Repairs including interior work, repair front
door, replace 3 windows and awnings.
Also painting of building. Complete;
Certificate of Occupancy issued
9/10/2015.
6/4/2015 15-641 25 West Loockerman Street, Sign Permit - Projecting Sign Staff Approval Refacing of legal non-conforming
The Brunch N Lunch projecting box sign.
6/25/2015 15-643 15 The Green and 21 The Building Permit - Exterior and Staff Approval Project information to be presented to
Green Interior Renovations HDC on 7/16/2015. Exterior work
involves masonry restoration, window
and trimwork detail repair.
6/22/2015 15-707 212 South Governors Sign Permit - Window Sign Staff Approval Permit issued.
Avenue, The Sandwich Nook
6/10/2015 15-739 401 South Governors Roof Permit - Metal Roof No Review of Permit by Planning Staff Existing mansard style roof on 20th
Avenue, Bike Werx century building: wood shingles
replaced with metal roof.
7/2/2015 15-698 401 Federal Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations in 1st and 3rd
Townsend Building Renovations required for interior work. floor areas.
7/14/2015 15-767 121 Martin Luther King Jr. Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovation to lobby reception
Blvd. North, Delaware Public Renovations required for interior work. and orientation area.
Archives
7/2/2015 15-836 133 South Braford Street Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Minor Demo and Renovations
Renovations required for interior work. following fire damage. Actions to
secure building.
7/30/2015 15-861 150 Martin Luther King Jr. Building Permit - Generator Staff Approval Replacement of generator on south
Blvd South, Tatnall Building Replacement side of building within existing
equipment area.
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
7/10/2015 15-886 304 South Governors Building Permit - Lift Elevator Staff Approval Replacement of vertical wheelchair
Avenue, Reith Hall Replacement platform lift elevator on exterior.
7/17/2015 15-912 305 South Governors Sign Permit Staff Approval Wall sign installed.
Avenue, Inn at Meeting
House Square
7/29/2015 15-941 1 West Loockerman Street Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations to existing upper
Renovations required for interior work. floor office space.
7/21/2015 15-958 9 East Loockerman Street, Building Permit - Window Staff Approval Window replacement of same style
Treadway Towers Replacement windows.
8/10/2015 15-956 506 South State Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Renovations for tenant fit-out
State Street Commons Renovations required for interior work. of Unit 2
8/12/2015 15-968 136 East Water Street, DE Roof Permit Staff Approval Replacement of existing asphalt
State Education Association shingle roof with dimensional asphalt
shingle roof and work on flat roof
areas.
8/12/2015 15-969 502 South State Street Building Permit - Concrete Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Concrete repairs to parking deck.
Repair required due to work location.
8/25/2015 15-992 2 West Loockerman Street Building Permit - Exterior Staff Approval Structural repairs to front façade and
Renovations & Structural renovations to reconstruct first floor
Repair display window system.
8/12/2015 15-1010 1 West Loockerman Street Window Permit Staff Approval Replacement of select window glass
panels for cracked/damaged 2nd floor
windows.
8/3/2015 15-1011 1 West Loockerman Street Roof Permit Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Replacement of flat roof system.
required due to lack of visibility.
8/12/2015 15-1020 15-17 West Loockerman Window Permit Staff Approval Replacement of select windows on
Street 2nd floor (front and rear) in same
format to replicate grid pattern.
8/27/2015 15-1075 410 Federal Street Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Renovations to existing office
Renovations required for interior work. space.
9/17/2015 15-1092 506 South State Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval Interior renovation for tenant fit out of
State Street Commons Renovations Unit 2 (Phase 2).
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
9/22/2015 15-1159 126 West Loockerman Building Permit - Kiosk Staff Approval following HDC Construction of The Santa House (HI-
Street, Loockerman Way Informational Review 15-07). Permit issued.
9/17/2015 15-1175 5 East Reed Street, Weyant Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Renovations to existing office
Hall Renovations required for interior work. area.
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Article 3 - District Regulations
Section 21. - Historic district (H).
21.1 Purpose. The purpose of this historic district regulation is to preserve and enhance
that unique character and value of the old portion of Dover as an area of special charm and
interest. It is particularly intended that the regulations prevent, in the historic district, any
change of conditions that would be deemed to be a disfigurement or degradation of the
present unique visual and architectural qualities of the district.
21.2 [Use and bulk requirements.] In the historic district, use[s] and bulk shall be governed
by those provisions of this ordinance related to the zone designation of each property, except
those aspects of building height, bulk and setback that are subject to architectural review as
set forth in article 10, section 3 of this ordinance.
21.3 [Architectural review certificate.] An architectural review certificate shall be required for
the demolition, construction, reconstruction, alteration or restoration of any new or existing
structure or where general exterior repairs are made within the historic district, as provided in
article 10, section 3 of this ordinance.
21.4 [Amendments, supplements and repeals.] The city council shall not take any action to
amend, supplement, or repeal the historic district in accordance with article 10, section 5,
amendments, without a report by the historic district commission in accordance with article
10, section 3.3, unless the historic district commission fails to render such a report within 75
days after its regularly scheduled meeting following referral by the city council.
21.5 [[Signs.] Signs shall meet the regulations found in article 5, section 4, supplementary
sign regulations.
(Ord. of 3-24-1986; Ord. of 7-26-1993; Ord. of 2-12-2001)
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Article 10 – Planning Commission
Section 3. - Historic district commission and architectural review.
3.1 Historic district commission established.
3.11 Creation and purpose. There shall be a historic district commission for the
purpose of assisting the planning commission and city planner in reviewing
applications for architectural review certifications as specified in subsection 3.2; and
for making recommendations for designation of historic district zones; and for
establishing guidelines for the preservation and conservation of historic district
zones; and for advising other officials and departments in the City of Dover in matters
concerning historic preservation; and for reviewing all proposed National Register
nominations in the City of Dover; and for acting as a liaison on behalf of the City of
Dover to individuals and organizations concerned with historic preservation; and for
carrying out programs of historic preservation education in the City of Dover.
3.12 Appointment. The commission shall consist of five members nominated by the
mayor and approved by the city council, who are residents of the City of Dover and
who have demonstrated special interest, experience, or knowledge in history,
architecture, or historic preservation. Two of the members, to the extent available,
shall be professional members representing the professions of architecture, history,
archaeology, planning, historic preservation or related disciplines. At least two
members shall be residents of the district, and at least one shall represent the
business within the district.
3.13 Term. The members of the commission shall serve for three-year staggered
terms. Vacancies shall be filled within 60 days in accordance with subsection 3.12.
3.14 Organization. The commission shall meet at least four times per year in a
place that is advertised in advance and open to the public and shall keep minutes of
its meetings that are available to the public. All review decisions shall be made in
public. The commission shall establish bylaws for its general procedure, which shall
include a section addressing conflicts of interest. The commission shall produce an
annual report of its activity that is kept on file for public review with the city planning
office.
3.2 Architectural review certification.
3.21 Effect of architectural review certificate. No building permit or certificate of
occupancy may be issued for any structure in the historic district until an architectural
review certificate is issued as required under article 3, section 21, subsection 21.3 for
the historic district.
3.22 Architectural review certification by the city planner.
(A) An architectural review certificate for specific classes of building permits,
including fences, signs, siding, window and door replacement, roofing, the
addition or replacement of decorative features, minor demolition, residential
additions, and other construction of a minor nature, may be issued by the city
planner, after a review and determination that the proposed construction is in
general accordance with the standards set forth in subsection 3.25.
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(B) The city planner may refer any permit application for demolition or
construction in the historic district for consultation with commission.
(C) All decisions of the city planner pursuant to this subsection shall be
documented on the building permit. When the city planner grants a
conditional approval under this section, all conditions of approval shall be set
forth in writing on the building permit. In the event of a denial, the reasons for
such denial shall be documented in a written notice of decision which shall
identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the provisions
or intent of this section.
(D) An applicant may appeal the decision of the city planner to the historic
district commission and such appeal shall be considered as an architectural
review certification application to the historic district commission and shall
meet all of the requirements set forth in subsection 3.23.
3.23 Architectural review certification by the historic district commission.
(A) The historic district commission shall issue architectural review
certificates for the construction or demolition of single-family and two-family
homes, and nonresidential structures or additions involving a gross floor area
of 3,000 square feet or less, after review of the proposed construction and
after a determination that the construction is in general accordance with the
standards set forth in subsection 3.25 below.
(B) All applications to the historic district commission for architectural review
certification shall be subject to the procedures set forth in subsection 3.26.
(C) All decisions of the historic district commission pursuant to this
subsection shall be formalized in a written notice of decision. When the
commission grants a conditional approval under this subsection, all
conditions of approval shall be set forth in writing in the notice of decision. In
the event of a denial, the notice of decision shall state the reasons for denial
and shall identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the
provisions or intent of this subsection.
(D) An applicant may appeal the decision of the historic district commission
to the planning commission, and such appeal shall be considered as an
architectural review certification application to the planning commission and
shall meet all of the requirements set forth in subsection 3.24 and subsection
3.26.
3.24 Architectural review certification by the planning commission.
(A) The planning commission shall issue architectural review certificates
referred or appealed to it, upon review of the recommendations of the historic
district commission and upon a determination that the proposed construction
is in accordance with the standards set forth in subsection 3.25.
(B) All applications to the planning commission for architectural review
certification shall be subject to the procedures set forth in subsection 3.26.
(C) All decisions of the planning commission pursuant to this subsection
shall be formalized in a written notice of decision. When the planning
commission grants a conditional approval under this subsection, all
conditions of approval shall be set forth in writing in the notice of decision. In
the event of a denial, the notice of decision shall state the reasons for denial
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and shall identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the
provisions or intent of this subsection.
3.25 Architectural review standards.
(A) An architectural review certificate may be issued if it is found that the
architectural style, general design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement,
location and materials and structures affecting the exterior appearance are
generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the
traditional architectural standards of the historic district as set forth in the
historic district design guidelines and standards adopted by the planning
commission and as set forth in the United States Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for Rehabilitation.
(B) The city planner, historic district commission or planning commission
shall not consider normal maintenance and repair (see Definitions, article
12), interior arrangement, or building features not subject to public view.
3.26 Procedures for an architectural review by the historic district commission
and/or planning commission.
(A) Architectural preapplication meeting. Prior to action on any application
for an architectural review certificate, the applicant shall meet in person with
the city planner or his delegated representative. The purpose of such
conference shall be to discuss the proposed construction or other action
requiring the certificate in order to determine what information is useful in the
determination of conformity with the provisions and intent of the historic
district regulation as expressed in this article.
(B) Application and fee. The application to the historic district commission for
an architectural review certificate and related information shall be submitted
to the city planner at least 30 days prior to the historic district commission
meeting at which review is requested and shall be accompanied by a fee as
provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines.
(C) Public hearing. Prior to the review and action on an architectural review
certification, the historic district commission shall hold a public hearing
subject to the following public notification procedures:
(1) The applicant shall advertise the public hearing newspaper of
general circulation at least 15 days prior thereto.
(2) The applicant shall notify, by mail, all property owners within 200
feet of the extreme limits of the subject property as their names
appear on the municipal tax record at least 15 days prior thereto.
(3) The applicant shall post a notice outlining the date, time, place,
and nature of the hearing in a conspicuous location on the
property. Such notice shall be designed in accordance with
standards set forth by the planning commission.
(4) The applicant shall provide the planning office with a copy of the
notice, verification of newspaper publication, a date-stamped photo of
the property posting, and post office mail receipts indicating date of
mailing for all letters on or before the meeting date.
(5) Said notices shall state the date, time, and place of the hearings
before the historic district commission, a brief description of the
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project and shall state that a copy of the application and plan is on file
with the planning office for public review.
(6) If the planning commission is reviewing a project in accordance
with other sections of this article, then the public hearing notice on
those applications must also give notice of architectural review
certification.
(D) Application information. The applicant shall provide such information and
documents listed below which will satisfactorily illustrate the proposed action
as indicated in the architectural preapplication meeting required in subsection
3.26(A):
(1) All plan elements required in subsection 2.5.
(2) Plans and specifications indicating existing and proposed
development, including structures, architectural elevation
drawings, trees and any other landscaping, existing and
proposed, including the general design, location and orientation
of structures in relation to curb line, right-of-way line and
neighboring buildings, colors, and materials to be used on
exterior surfaces, detailed plans for any signs, photographs of the
existing site and neighboring buildings, and such other
information as will enable the historic district commission or
planning commission to determine conformity with the ordinance.
(E) City planner report. For each application to the planning commission the
city planner shall issue a report to the planning commission including
comments from other agencies detailing how the application conforms to the
requirements of the zoning ordinance and other provision of city and state
codes. This report shall not be deemed to represent a comprehensive list of
all city and state code requirements. The city planner shall transmit copies of
the proposed site development plan and the city planner's report at least
seven days prior to the date of the meeting at which approval of the site
development plan is to be requested.
(F) Historic district commission action. The historic district commission shall
act to review and render a recommendation to approve any such application
within 45 days of transmittal to the commission or within such additional time
as may be consented to by the applicant. The recommendation of the historic
district commission shall be forwarded to the planning commission and acted
upon by the planning commission in conjunction with action on the
associated site development plan. If a site development plan application is
not filed in accordance with the provisions of subsection 2.4 of this article
within one year of recommendation, the recommendation shall expire. The
historic district commission may grant a one-year extension of its
recommendation upon written request by the applicant. Such request shall be
made in writing to the planning office at least thirty days prior to the expiration
of the historic district commission's recommendation.
(G) Substantial amendments. Substantial amendments to an application or
an architectural review certificate shall be acted upon in the same manner as
the original plan.
(H) Expiration of architectural review certification issued by the historic
district commission.
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(1) Architectural review certification approval shall expire on the last
day of the 12th month after the date of approval if construction of
the work authorized or use permitted has not started or unless an
extension of time is applied for by the applicant and granted by
the historic district commission. Approval shall also expire if the
construction of work authorized has stopped for a period of one
year unless an extension of time is applied for and granted by the
historic district commission.
(2) Request for extension of approval shall be made no later than 30
days prior to the final approval expiration date. Upon receipt of
such request, the matter shall be considered at the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the historic district commission.
(3) In considering a request for an extension of approval, the historic
district commission shall consider, but not be limited to, the
following:
(a) Whether the project has been delayed for reasons
beyond the control of the applicant, excluding economic
or financial reasons.
(b) Whether the applicant has made substantial progress
toward obtaining final approvals.
(c) Whether there have been any significant changes in the
surrounding neighborhood.
(d) Whether there has been any related amendments to the
zoning map or text, or the comprehensive plan, or if any
waivers or variances have been granted.
(4) Requests for extensions shall be submitted in writing to the
planning office.
(5) Under no circumstances shall the historic district commission
grant extensions beyond 24 months from the date of first
approval.
3.3 Historic district amendments.
3.31 Historic district commission review required. Any motion or petition to amend,
supplement, or repeal a historic district by the city council in accordance with section
5, Amendments, shall require a report by the historic district commission as set forth
in article 3, subsection 21.4.
3.32 Review criteria for placing individual structures in a historic district. The historic
district commission may recommend that an individual structure or property be
placed in an existing contiguous historic district or be placed in a historic district
specifically created for the property or structure upon considering the following
criteria and factors:
(A) Significant value as part of the historical, cultural, artistic, social, ethnic or
other heritage of the nation, state or community;
(B) Association with an important person or event in national, state, or local
history.
(C) Representative of the distinguishing characteristics of an architectural
type inherently valuable for the study of a period, style, craftsmanship,
method of construction or use of indigenous material;
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(D) Notable work of a master builder, designer, architect, or artist whose
individual genius has influenced an era;
(E) The desire of the owner to have the property designated;
(F) Increased potential of economic or community development.
3.33 Review criteria for amendments or creation of new historic districts. The
historic district commission may recommend amendments to an existing historic
district, recommend repeal of an existing historic district or recommend the creation
of a new historic district upon considering the following criteria:
(A) Any criteria listed in subsection 3.32.
(B) Distinctive character or homogeneity of architectural design or dates of
construction throughout the area.
(C) Identifiable by clear and distinctive boundaries.
(D) Repetition of distinguishing architectural or land use characteristics
throughout the area.
3.34 Public hearing required. For all proposed amendments to the boundary of the
historic district, the historic district commission shall hold a public hearing subject to
the following public notification procedures:
(A) The planning office shall advertise the public hearing in a newspaper of
general circulation at least 15 days prior thereto.
(B) The planning office shall notify, by mail, all directly affected property
owners and all property owners within 200 feet of the extreme limits of
the properties proposed for addition to or removal from the district as
their names appear on the municipal tax record at least 15 days prior
thereto.
3.4 Demolition by neglect.
3.41 Responsibility of property owners. Property owners of properties within the
historic districts shall not allow their buildings to be demolished by neglect (see
Definitions, article 12) by failing to provide ordinary maintenance or repair.
3.42 Responsibility of the historic district commission. The historic district
commission shall monitor the condition of historic properties and existing buildings in
the historic district to determine if they are being demolished by neglect by failing to
provide ordinary maintenance and repair (see Definitions, article 12). In the event
that the commission determines a demolition by neglect is occurring, it shall carry out
the following:
(A) Determine and set forth steps required to remedy the situations or
defects.
(B) Direct the city planner to inform the property owners of its findings,
determination, and recommended remedies.
(C) In the event that the property owners fail to commence work within the
reasonable time allotted by the commission, the commission may direct
the building inspector to begin proceedings under chapter 22, buildings,
and building regulations, article XI, dangerous buildings, of the Code of
Ordinances for the City of Dover to bring about the repair or demolition of
the building.
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3.43 Responsibility of the city planner. The city planner shall notify the historic
district commission of buildings within the historic district that have been referred to
him by the building inspector that meet the definition of dangerous buildings under
the provisions of chapter 22 Buildings and Building Regulations, article XI Dangerous
Buildings, of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Dover. In such cases the
commission shall determine if the building is being demolished by neglect. Before
referring a property to the commission for consideration as demolition by neglect, the
city planner shall give written notice to the owner, occupant, mortgagee, lessee,
agent, and all other persons having an interest in said building, as shown by the
records of the recorder of deeds of the county, to appear before historic district
commission at the time, date and location specified.
(Ord. No. 2011-14, 8-8-2011)
Section 4. - Development information requirements.
4.1 In order to more effectively evaluate the probable impact of proposed development and
thereby to carry out the purposes of this ordinance when making decisions and recommendations
regarding development proposals, the planning commission, historic district commission, or city
planner may adopt a standard set of information requirements, which may be updated from time to
time as necessary.
4.2 The information requirements shall be administered by the city planner and shall be a
part of submission requirements for all applications to the planning commission.
(Ord. No. 2011-14, 8-8-2011)
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Excerpt of Definitions associated with Historic District activities.
Article 12 - Definitions
Unless otherwise expressly stated, the following terms shall, for the purpose of this
ordinance, have the following meanings. Words used in the present tense include the future.
The singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular. The word "person"
includes a corporation, association or partnership, as well as an individual. The word "lot"
includes the word "plot." The term "occupied" or "used," as applied to any building, shall be
construed as though followed by the words "or intended, arranged or designed to be
occupied or used":
Accessory building: A building or use clearly incidental or subordinate to, and
customar[il]y in connection with, the principal building or use on the same lot.
Applicant: A landowner or developer, as hereinafter defined, who has filed
application for development, including his heirs, successors and assigns.
Architectural review certificate: A signed and dated document indicating the approval
of the City of Dover Planning Commission, or the historic district commission, or city planner
upon the authority of the historic district commission, for alteration, construction, relocation,
or demolition within the historic district.
Building: Any combination of materials forming a construction. The term "building" is
not intended to include underground construction which permits the use of the ground above
as if no construction existed. The term "building" shall include the term "structure," as well as
the following:
(a) Signs;
(b) Fences;
(c) Walls, except retaining walls projecting above the ground not more than three
feet at the higher ground level and not more than 6½ feet at the lower ground
level;
(d) Radio and television antennae, except for such antennae installed on the roof of
a building and extending not more than 15 feet above the highest level of the roof
of such building; and
(e) Porches, carports, bins and other similar structures;
(f) All areas used for outdoor display and storage of products for sale on the site for
more than 14 consecutive days or 21 days in a calendar year. Excluded from this
definition are approved motor vehicle, boat and trailer sales establishments;
contractors' yards; nurseries and landscaping material sales (where the sale of
these materials is the primary use on the lot); wholesale building supply stores
and lumber yards; or similar uses.
Demolition by neglect: Improper maintenance or lack of maintenance of a building,
structure or object which results in substantial and widespread deterioration of the building,
structure or object which threatens the likelihood of preservation and which presents a threat
to the public safety, health and welfare of the immediate community.
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Historic district: The geographic areas of Dover that have been designated by the
City of Dover, and graphically illustrated on the official zone map of the City of Dover, as
possessing a significant concentration of properties, buildings, structures or objects
associated with and representative of the historical development of Dover and which meet at
least one of the following criteria:
(a) Exemplifies or reflects the broad cultural, political, economic, or social history of
Dover, Kent County, the State of Delaware, or the United States of America; or
(b) Is associated with the lives of persons of historic importance or with events of
historic significance to Dover, Kent County, the State of Delaware, or the United
States of America; or
(c) Embodies distinguishing architectural characteristics which are invaluable
resources for the study, understanding and appreciation of periods, styles,
society, methods of construction, craftsmanship and the use of indigenous
materials; or
(d) Represents the notable work of master builders, designers or architects whose
designs, construction and craftsmanship have been recognized as distinctive and
whose work has influenced the period of time in which they lived.
Historic district design guidelines and standards: The document adopted by the City
of Dover Planning Commission as being the source reference document for construction and
maintenance of buildings, structures and additions within the Dover Historic District and
which is the guiding document for the historic district commission and city planner in their
review of applications for architectural review certification.
National Register of Historic Places: A federal list of cultural resources worthy of
preservation, authorized under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 as part of a
national program to coordinate and support public efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect
the nation's historic and archaeological resources. The national register program is
administered by the state historic preservation office and by the National Park Service under
the department of the interior.
Ordinary maintenance and repair: Work performed to prevent deterioration of a
building, structure or object, or any part thereof, by restoring the building, structure or object
as nearly as practical to its original condition prior to such deterioration or damage by using
replacement materials and applications, wherever possible, of the kind used in original
construction.
Public view: That which can be seen readily from a public street, public building or
public property, excluding views from alley rights-of-way.
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2. Information on Permits with Architectural Review
Certification Issued by Staff
a. Building Permit #15-992: Exterior Renovations &
Structural Repairs at 2 West Loockerman Street
See the attached Permit as submitted and issued for the above
project. Also included are plan drawings and photographs.
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Article 3 - District Regulations
Section 21. - Historic district (H).
21.1 Purpose. The purpose of this historic district regulation is to preserve and enhance
that unique character and value of the old portion of Dover as an area of special charm and
interest. It is particularly intended that the regulations prevent, in the historic district, any
change of conditions that would be deemed to be a disfigurement or degradation of the
present unique visual and architectural qualities of the district.
21.2 [Use and bulk requirements.] In the historic district, use[s] and bulk shall be governed
by those provisions of this ordinance related to the zone designation of each property, except
those aspects of building height, bulk and setback that are subject to architectural review as
set forth in article 10, section 3 of this ordinance.
21.3 [Architectural review certificate.] An architectural review certificate shall be required for
the demolition, construction, reconstruction, alteration or restoration of any new or existing
structure or where general exterior repairs are made within the historic district, as provided in
article 10, section 3 of this ordinance.
21.4 [Amendments, supplements and repeals.] The city council shall not take any action to
amend, supplement, or repeal the historic district in accordance with article 10, section 5,
amendments, without a report by the historic district commission in accordance with article
10, section 3.3, unless the historic district commission fails to render such a report within 75
days after its regularly scheduled meeting following referral by the city council.
21.5 [[Signs.] Signs shall meet the regulations found in article 5, section 4, supplementary
sign regulations.
(Ord. of 3-24-1986; Ord. of 7-26-1993; Ord. of 2-12-2001)
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Article 10 – Planning Commission
Section 3. - Historic district commission and architectural review.
3.1 Historic district commission established.
3.11 Creation and purpose. There shall be a historic district commission for the
purpose of assisting the planning commission and city planner in reviewing
applications for architectural review certifications as specified in subsection 3.2; and
for making recommendations for designation of historic district zones; and for
establishing guidelines for the preservation and conservation of historic district
zones; and for advising other officials and departments in the City of Dover in matters
concerning historic preservation; and for reviewing all proposed National Register
nominations in the City of Dover; and for acting as a liaison on behalf of the City of
Dover to individuals and organizations concerned with historic preservation; and for
carrying out programs of historic preservation education in the City of Dover.
3.12 Appointment. The commission shall consist of five members nominated by the
mayor and approved by the city council, who are residents of the City of Dover and
who have demonstrated special interest, experience, or knowledge in history,
architecture, or historic preservation. Two of the members, to the extent available,
shall be professional members representing the professions of architecture, history,
archaeology, planning, historic preservation or related disciplines. At least two
members shall be residents of the district, and at least one shall represent the
business within the district.
3.13 Term. The members of the commission shall serve for three-year staggered
terms. Vacancies shall be filled within 60 days in accordance with subsection 3.12.
3.14 Organization. The commission shall meet at least four times per year in a
place that is advertised in advance and open to the public and shall keep minutes of
its meetings that are available to the public. All review decisions shall be made in
public. The commission shall establish bylaws for its general procedure, which shall
include a section addressing conflicts of interest. The commission shall produce an
annual report of its activity that is kept on file for public review with the city planning
office.
3.2 Architectural review certification.
3.21 Effect of architectural review certificate. No building permit or certificate of
occupancy may be issued for any structure in the historic district until an architectural
review certificate is issued as required under article 3, section 21, subsection 21.3 for
the historic district.
3.22 Architectural review certification by the city planner.
(A) An architectural review certificate for specific classes of building permits,
including fences, signs, siding, window and door replacement, roofing, the
addition or replacement of decorative features, minor demolition, residential
additions, and other construction of a minor nature, may be issued by the city
planner, after a review and determination that the proposed construction is in
general accordance with the standards set forth in subsection 3.25.
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(B) The city planner may refer any permit application for demolition or
construction in the historic district for consultation with commission.
(C) All decisions of the city planner pursuant to this subsection shall be
documented on the building permit. When the city planner grants a
conditional approval under this section, all conditions of approval shall be set
forth in writing on the building permit. In the event of a denial, the reasons for
such denial shall be documented in a written notice of decision which shall
identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the provisions
or intent of this section.
(D) An applicant may appeal the decision of the city planner to the historic
district commission and such appeal shall be considered as an architectural
review certification application to the historic district commission and shall
meet all of the requirements set forth in subsection 3.23.
3.23 Architectural review certification by the historic district commission.
(A) The historic district commission shall issue architectural review
certificates for the construction or demolition of single-family and two-family
homes, and nonresidential structures or additions involving a gross floor area
of 3,000 square feet or less, after review of the proposed construction and
after a determination that the construction is in general accordance with the
standards set forth in subsection 3.25 below.
(B) All applications to the historic district commission for architectural review
certification shall be subject to the procedures set forth in subsection 3.26.
(C) All decisions of the historic district commission pursuant to this
subsection shall be formalized in a written notice of decision. When the
commission grants a conditional approval under this subsection, all
conditions of approval shall be set forth in writing in the notice of decision. In
the event of a denial, the notice of decision shall state the reasons for denial
and shall identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the
provisions or intent of this subsection.
(D) An applicant may appeal the decision of the historic district commission
to the planning commission, and such appeal shall be considered as an
architectural review certification application to the planning commission and
shall meet all of the requirements set forth in subsection 3.24 and subsection
3.26.
3.24 Architectural review certification by the planning commission.
(A) The planning commission shall issue architectural review certificates
referred or appealed to it, upon review of the recommendations of the historic
district commission and upon a determination that the proposed construction
is in accordance with the standards set forth in subsection 3.25.
(B) All applications to the planning commission for architectural review
certification shall be subject to the procedures set forth in subsection 3.26.
(C) All decisions of the planning commission pursuant to this subsection
shall be formalized in a written notice of decision. When the planning
commission grants a conditional approval under this subsection, all
conditions of approval shall be set forth in writing in the notice of decision. In
the event of a denial, the notice of decision shall state the reasons for denial
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and shall identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the
provisions or intent of this subsection.
3.25 Architectural review standards.
(A) An architectural review certificate may be issued if it is found that the
architectural style, general design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement,
location and materials and structures affecting the exterior appearance are
generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the
traditional architectural standards of the historic district as set forth in the
historic district design guidelines and standards adopted by the planning
commission and as set forth in the United States Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for Rehabilitation.
(B) The city planner, historic district commission or planning commission
shall not consider normal maintenance and repair (see Definitions, article
12), interior arrangement, or building features not subject to public view.
3.26 Procedures for an architectural review by the historic district commission
and/or planning commission.
(A) Architectural preapplication meeting. Prior to action on any application
for an architectural review certificate, the applicant shall meet in person with
the city planner or his delegated representative. The purpose of such
conference shall be to discuss the proposed construction or other action
requiring the certificate in order to determine what information is useful in the
determination of conformity with the provisions and intent of the historic
district regulation as expressed in this article.
(B) Application and fee. The application to the historic district commission for
an architectural review certificate and related information shall be submitted
to the city planner at least 30 days prior to the historic district commission
meeting at which review is requested and shall be accompanied by a fee as
provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines.
(C) Public hearing. Prior to the review and action on an architectural review
certification, the historic district commission shall hold a public hearing
subject to the following public notification procedures:
(1) The applicant shall advertise the public hearing newspaper of
general circulation at least 15 days prior thereto.
(2) The applicant shall notify, by mail, all property owners within 200
feet of the extreme limits of the subject property as their names
appear on the municipal tax record at least 15 days prior thereto.
(3) The applicant shall post a notice outlining the date, time, place,
and nature of the hearing in a conspicuous location on the
property. Such notice shall be designed in accordance with
standards set forth by the planning commission.
(4) The applicant shall provide the planning office with a copy of the
notice, verification of newspaper publication, a date-stamped photo of
the property posting, and post office mail receipts indicating date of
mailing for all letters on or before the meeting date.
(5) Said notices shall state the date, time, and place of the hearings
before the historic district commission, a brief description of the
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project and shall state that a copy of the application and plan is on file
with the planning office for public review.
(6) If the planning commission is reviewing a project in accordance
with other sections of this article, then the public hearing notice on
those applications must also give notice of architectural review
certification.
(D) Application information. The applicant shall provide such information and
documents listed below which will satisfactorily illustrate the proposed action
as indicated in the architectural preapplication meeting required in subsection
3.26(A):
(1) All plan elements required in subsection 2.5.
(2) Plans and specifications indicating existing and proposed
development, including structures, architectural elevation
drawings, trees and any other landscaping, existing and
proposed, including the general design, location and orientation
of structures in relation to curb line, right-of-way line and
neighboring buildings, colors, and materials to be used on
exterior surfaces, detailed plans for any signs, photographs of the
existing site and neighboring buildings, and such other
information as will enable the historic district commission or
planning commission to determine conformity with the ordinance.
(E) City planner report. For each application to the planning commission the
city planner shall issue a report to the planning commission including
comments from other agencies detailing how the application conforms to the
requirements of the zoning ordinance and other provision of city and state
codes. This report shall not be deemed to represent a comprehensive list of
all city and state code requirements. The city planner shall transmit copies of
the proposed site development plan and the city planner's report at least
seven days prior to the date of the meeting at which approval of the site
development plan is to be requested.
(F) Historic district commission action. The historic district commission shall
act to review and render a recommendation to approve any such application
within 45 days of transmittal to the commission or within such additional time
as may be consented to by the applicant. The recommendation of the historic
district commission shall be forwarded to the planning commission and acted
upon by the planning commission in conjunction with action on the
associated site development plan. If a site development plan application is
not filed in accordance with the provisions of subsection 2.4 of this article
within one year of recommendation, the recommendation shall expire. The
historic district commission may grant a one-year extension of its
recommendation upon written request by the applicant. Such request shall be
made in writing to the planning office at least thirty days prior to the expiration
of the historic district commission's recommendation.
(G) Substantial amendments. Substantial amendments to an application or
an architectural review certificate shall be acted upon in the same manner as
the original plan.
(H) Expiration of architectural review certification issued by the historic
district commission.
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(1) Architectural review certification approval shall expire on the last
day of the 12th month after the date of approval if construction of
the work authorized or use permitted has not started or unless an
extension of time is applied for by the applicant and granted by
the historic district commission. Approval shall also expire if the
construction of work authorized has stopped for a period of one
year unless an extension of time is applied for and granted by the
historic district commission.
(2) Request for extension of approval shall be made no later than 30
days prior to the final approval expiration date. Upon receipt of
such request, the matter shall be considered at the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the historic district commission.
(3) In considering a request for an extension of approval, the historic
district commission shall consider, but not be limited to, the
following:
(a) Whether the project has been delayed for reasons
beyond the control of the applicant, excluding economic
or financial reasons.
(b) Whether the applicant has made substantial progress
toward obtaining final approvals.
(c) Whether there have been any significant changes in the
surrounding neighborhood.
(d) Whether there has been any related amendments to the
zoning map or text, or the comprehensive plan, or if any
waivers or variances have been granted.
(4) Requests for extensions shall be submitted in writing to the
planning office.
(5) Under no circumstances shall the historic district commission
grant extensions beyond 24 months from the date of first
approval.
3.3 Historic district amendments.
3.31 Historic district commission review required. Any motion or petition to amend,
supplement, or repeal a historic district by the city council in accordance with section
5, Amendments, shall require a report by the historic district commission as set forth
in article 3, subsection 21.4.
3.32 Review criteria for placing individual structures in a historic district. The historic
district commission may recommend that an individual structure or property be
placed in an existing contiguous historic district or be placed in a historic district
specifically created for the property or structure upon considering the following
criteria and factors:
(A) Significant value as part of the historical, cultural, artistic, social, ethnic or
other heritage of the nation, state or community;
(B) Association with an important person or event in national, state, or local
history.
(C) Representative of the distinguishing characteristics of an architectural
type inherently valuable for the study of a period, style, craftsmanship,
method of construction or use of indigenous material;
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(D) Notable work of a master builder, designer, architect, or artist whose
individual genius has influenced an era;
(E) The desire of the owner to have the property designated;
(F) Increased potential of economic or community development.
3.33 Review criteria for amendments or creation of new historic districts. The
historic district commission may recommend amendments to an existing historic
district, recommend repeal of an existing historic district or recommend the creation
of a new historic district upon considering the following criteria:
(A) Any criteria listed in subsection 3.32.
(B) Distinctive character or homogeneity of architectural design or dates of
construction throughout the area.
(C) Identifiable by clear and distinctive boundaries.
(D) Repetition of distinguishing architectural or land use characteristics
throughout the area.
3.34 Public hearing required. For all proposed amendments to the boundary of the
historic district, the historic district commission shall hold a public hearing subject to
the following public notification procedures:
(A) The planning office shall advertise the public hearing in a newspaper of
general circulation at least 15 days prior thereto.
(B) The planning office shall notify, by mail, all directly affected property
owners and all property owners within 200 feet of the extreme limits of
the properties proposed for addition to or removal from the district as
their names appear on the municipal tax record at least 15 days prior
thereto.
3.4 Demolition by neglect.
3.41 Responsibility of property owners. Property owners of properties within the
historic districts shall not allow their buildings to be demolished by neglect (see
Definitions, article 12) by failing to provide ordinary maintenance or repair.
3.42 Responsibility of the historic district commission. The historic district
commission shall monitor the condition of historic properties and existing buildings in
the historic district to determine if they are being demolished by neglect by failing to
provide ordinary maintenance and repair (see Definitions, article 12). In the event
that the commission determines a demolition by neglect is occurring, it shall carry out
the following:
(A) Determine and set forth steps required to remedy the situations or
defects.
(B) Direct the city planner to inform the property owners of its findings,
determination, and recommended remedies.
(C) In the event that the property owners fail to commence work within the
reasonable time allotted by the commission, the commission may direct
the building inspector to begin proceedings under chapter 22, buildings,
and building regulations, article XI, dangerous buildings, of the Code of
Ordinances for the City of Dover to bring about the repair or demolition of
the building.
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3.43 Responsibility of the city planner. The city planner shall notify the historic
district commission of buildings within the historic district that have been referred to
him by the building inspector that meet the definition of dangerous buildings under
the provisions of chapter 22 Buildings and Building Regulations, article XI Dangerous
Buildings, of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Dover. In such cases the
commission shall determine if the building is being demolished by neglect. Before
referring a property to the commission for consideration as demolition by neglect, the
city planner shall give written notice to the owner, occupant, mortgagee, lessee,
agent, and all other persons having an interest in said building, as shown by the
records of the recorder of deeds of the county, to appear before historic district
commission at the time, date and location specified.
(Ord. No. 2011-14, 8-8-2011)
Section 4. - Development information requirements.
4.1 In order to more effectively evaluate the probable impact of proposed development and
thereby to carry out the purposes of this ordinance when making decisions and recommendations
regarding development proposals, the planning commission, historic district commission, or city
planner may adopt a standard set of information requirements, which may be updated from time to
time as necessary.
4.2 The information requirements shall be administered by the city planner and shall be a
part of submission requirements for all applications to the planning commission.
(Ord. No. 2011-14, 8-8-2011)
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Excerpt of Definitions associated with Historic District activities.
Article 12 - Definitions
Unless otherwise expressly stated, the following terms shall, for the purpose of this
ordinance, have the following meanings. Words used in the present tense include the future.
The singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular. The word "person"
includes a corporation, association or partnership, as well as an individual. The word "lot"
includes the word "plot." The term "occupied" or "used," as applied to any building, shall be
construed as though followed by the words "or intended, arranged or designed to be
occupied or used":
Accessory building: A building or use clearly incidental or subordinate to, and
customar[il]y in connection with, the principal building or use on the same lot.
Applicant: A landowner or developer, as hereinafter defined, who has filed
application for development, including his heirs, successors and assigns.
Architectural review certificate: A signed and dated document indicating the approval
of the City of Dover Planning Commission, or the historic district commission, or city planner
upon the authority of the historic district commission, for alteration, construction, relocation,
or demolition within the historic district.
Building: Any combination of materials forming a construction. The term "building" is
not intended to include underground construction which permits the use of the ground above
as if no construction existed. The term "building" shall include the term "structure," as well as
the following:
(a) Signs;
(b) Fences;
(c) Walls, except retaining walls projecting above the ground not more than three
feet at the higher ground level and not more than 6½ feet at the lower ground
level;
(d) Radio and television antennae, except for such antennae installed on the roof of
a building and extending not more than 15 feet above the highest level of the roof
of such building; and
(e) Porches, carports, bins and other similar structures;
(f) All areas used for outdoor display and storage of products for sale on the site for
more than 14 consecutive days or 21 days in a calendar year. Excluded from this
definition are approved motor vehicle, boat and trailer sales establishments;
contractors' yards; nurseries and landscaping material sales (where the sale of
these materials is the primary use on the lot); wholesale building supply stores
and lumber yards; or similar uses.
Demolition by neglect: Improper maintenance or lack of maintenance of a building,
structure or object which results in substantial and widespread deterioration of the building,
structure or object which threatens the likelihood of preservation and which presents a threat
to the public safety, health and welfare of the immediate community.
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Historic district: The geographic areas of Dover that have been designated by the
City of Dover, and graphically illustrated on the official zone map of the City of Dover, as
possessing a significant concentration of properties, buildings, structures or objects
associated with and representative of the historical development of Dover and which meet at
least one of the following criteria:
(a) Exemplifies or reflects the broad cultural, political, economic, or social history of
Dover, Kent County, the State of Delaware, or the United States of America; or
(b) Is associated with the lives of persons of historic importance or with events of
historic significance to Dover, Kent County, the State of Delaware, or the United
States of America; or
(c) Embodies distinguishing architectural characteristics which are invaluable
resources for the study, understanding and appreciation of periods, styles,
society, methods of construction, craftsmanship and the use of indigenous
materials; or
(d) Represents the notable work of master builders, designers or architects whose
designs, construction and craftsmanship have been recognized as distinctive and
whose work has influenced the period of time in which they lived.
Historic district design guidelines and standards: The document adopted by the City
of Dover Planning Commission as being the source reference document for construction and
maintenance of buildings, structures and additions within the Dover Historic District and
which is the guiding document for the historic district commission and city planner in their
review of applications for architectural review certification.
National Register of Historic Places: A federal list of cultural resources worthy of
preservation, authorized under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 as part of a
national program to coordinate and support public efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect
the nation's historic and archaeological resources. The national register program is
administered by the state historic preservation office and by the National Park Service under
the department of the interior.
Ordinary maintenance and repair: Work performed to prevent deterioration of a
building, structure or object, or any part thereof, by restoring the building, structure or object
as nearly as practical to its original condition prior to such deterioration or damage by using
replacement materials and applications, wherever possible, of the kind used in original
construction.
Public view: That which can be seen readily from a public street, public building or
public property, excluding views from alley rights-of-way.
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
1/26/2015 14-1609 151 Kings Highway, SW, Sign Permit - Post and Panel Staff Referral to HDC for 1/15/2015; Post and panel sign at driveway
Woodburn - Governors Sign HDC Consultation as HI-15-02 entrance; fiberglass panel with black
Mansion recommended ARC as Permit metal posts. Sign installed.
1/26/2015 15-26 406 Federal Street, Biggs Building Permit- Drainage Staff Approval Project for drainage improvements:
Museum Improvements new gutter, downspouts, brick and
concrete sidewalk regrading, add low
brick retaining wall. Complete in April
2015.
1/12/2015 15-49 15 Kent Avenue, Murphey Roof Permit No Review of Permit by Planning Staff Replacement of roof with synthetic
School slate roof and also work on a flat roof
area. This project is similar to roof
project on another building in
Murphey School complex that received
CDBG funding which included review
by SHPO Office (Finding of No Adverse
Impact) and Planning Staff
consultation for project scope of work.
1/22/2015 15-65 125-A West Loockerman Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations for tenant fit-out.
Street, Uncorked Canvas Renovations required for interior work. Complete in February 2015.
2/5/2015 15-15 6 South State Street, Baird, Sign Permit - Freestanding Sign Staff Referral to HDC for 1/15/2015; Freestanding Sign on Fence at corner
Mandalas & Brockstedt and Fence HDC Consultation as HI-15-03 of South State Street and Division
recommended ARC with revisions and Street. Fence with Signs installed.
conditions Working on landscaping.
2/13/2015 15-93 414 South State Street Building Permit - Window Staff Approval Replacement of window on side
Replacement elevation. Complete in March 2015.
2/6/2015 15-162 15 Kings Highway, NE Roof Permit No Review of Permit by Planning Staff Replacement of Roof. Existing
residential dwelling being converted to
professional offices Application C-15-
01. Roof Complete.
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
3/24/2015 15-19 3 Loockerman Plaza, PNC Building Permit - Drive-thru Staff Referral to HDC for 1/15/2015; Freestanding drive-thru ATM structure
Bank ATM structure HDC Consultation as HI-15-04 with site circulation changes and new
recommended ARC with conditions Dumpster enclosure. Permit issued.
Construction complete 6/25/2015.
3/27/2015 15-144 54 South State Street, Sign Permit - Post and Panel Staff Approval Post and panel sign with church name
Presbyterian Church of Sign installed in yard area at corner of
Dover South State Street and Reed Street
3/27/2015 15-278 406 Federal Street, Biggs Building Permit - Exterior HDC Approval of ARC on 2/19/2015 as Permit issued. Sculpture installed.
Museum Sculpture & Site Application HI-15-05; Staff Issued
improvements Permit per Approval
4/7/20015 15-251 The Green (Near 21 The Sign Permit - Waysides Informational Presentation to HDC on Wayside signs are part of the
Green) 11/20/2014 as Application HI-14-07: interpretation of the First State
Staff Issued Permit National Historical Park: The Green.
Signs installed.
4/17/2015 15-354 239 West Loockerman Sign Permit - Wall Sign Staff Approval Sign installed.
Street
5/20/2015 15-109 125A West Loockerman Sign Permit - Window Sign Staff Approval Sign installed.
Street, Uncorked Canvas
5/12/2015 15-377 15 Kings Highway, NE, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval Existing residential dwelling being
Professional Offices Renovations and ADA Ramp converted to professional offices
Application C-15-01. Complete and
Certificate of Occupancy issued.
5/8/2015 15-506 54 South State Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Renovations for commercial kitchen
Presbyterian Church of Renovations required for interior work. space. Construction underway.
Dover
5/5/2015 15-507 501 South State Street, Temporary Sign Permit - Staff Approval Banners to be placed in May, June and
Christ Church Banners July.
5/12/2015 15-582 54 South State Street, Temporary Sign Permit - Staff Approval Signs for placement in June; now
Presbyterian Church of Banner and Sign removed.
Dover
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
5/13/2015 15-595 140 South State Street, Grey Demolition Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior selective demolition related to
Fox Grille Demolition only required for interior work. interior renovations for restaurant.
Complete.
6/11/2015 15-630 140 South State Street, Grey Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval For re-establishment of restaurant use
Fox Grille Renovations & Exterior Repairs including interior work, repair front
door, replace 3 windows and awnings.
Also painting of building. Complete;
Certificate of Occupancy issued
9/10/2015.
6/4/2015 15-641 25 West Loockerman Street, Sign Permit - Projecting Sign Staff Approval Refacing of legal non-conforming
The Brunch N Lunch projecting box sign.
6/25/2015 15-643 15 The Green and 21 The Building Permit - Exterior and Staff Approval Project information to be presented to
Green Interior Renovations HDC on 7/16/2015. Exterior work
involves masonry restoration, window
and trimwork detail repair.
6/22/2015 15-707 212 South Governors Sign Permit - Window Sign Staff Approval Permit issued.
Avenue, The Sandwich Nook
6/10/2015 15-739 401 South Governors Roof Permit - Metal Roof No Review of Permit by Planning Staff Existing mansard style roof on 20th
Avenue, Bike Werx century building: wood shingles
replaced with metal roof.
7/2/2015 15-698 401 Federal Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations in 1st and 3rd
Townsend Building Renovations required for interior work. floor areas.
7/14/2015 15-767 121 Martin Luther King Jr. Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovation to lobby reception
Blvd. North, Delaware Public Renovations required for interior work. and orientation area.
Archives
7/2/2015 15-836 133 South Braford Street Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Minor Demo and Renovations
Renovations required for interior work. following fire damage. Actions to
secure building.
7/30/2015 15-861 150 Martin Luther King Jr. Building Permit - Generator Staff Approval Replacement of generator on south
Blvd South, Tatnall Building Replacement side of building within existing
equipment area.
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
7/10/2015 15-886 304 South Governors Building Permit - Lift Elevator Staff Approval Replacement of vertical wheelchair
Avenue, Reith Hall Replacement platform lift elevator on exterior.
7/17/2015 15-912 305 South Governors Sign Permit Staff Approval Wall sign installed.
Avenue, Inn at Meeting
House Square
7/29/2015 15-941 1 West Loockerman Street Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations to existing upper
Renovations required for interior work. floor office space.
7/21/2015 15-958 9 East Loockerman Street, Building Permit - Window Staff Approval Window replacement of same style
Treadway Towers Replacement windows.
8/10/2015 15-956 506 South State Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Renovations for tenant fit-out
State Street Commons Renovations required for interior work. of Unit 2
8/12/2015 15-968 136 East Water Street, DE Roof Permit Staff Approval Replacement of existing asphalt
State Education Association shingle roof with dimensional asphalt
shingle roof and work on flat roof
areas.
8/12/2015 15-969 502 South State Street Building Permit - Concrete Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Concrete repairs to parking deck.
Repair required due to work location.
8/25/2015 15-992 2 West Loockerman Street Building Permit - Exterior Staff Approval Structural repairs to front façade and
Renovations & Structural renovations to reconstruct first floor
Repair display window system.
8/12/2015 15-1010 1 West Loockerman Street Window Permit Staff Approval Replacement of select window glass
panels for cracked/damaged 2nd floor
windows.
8/3/2015 15-1011 1 West Loockerman Street Roof Permit Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Replacement of flat roof system.
required due to lack of visibility.
8/12/2015 15-1020 15-17 West Loockerman Window Permit Staff Approval Replacement of select windows on
Street 2nd floor (front and rear) in same
format to replicate grid pattern.
8/27/2015 15-1075 410 Federal Street Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Renovations to existing office
Renovations required for interior work. space.
9/17/2015 15-1092 506 South State Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval Interior renovation for tenant fit out of
State Street Commons Renovations Unit 2 (Phase 2).
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Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification
2015 - Updated Thru 9-30-2015
DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW NOTES
CERTIFICATE
9/22/2015 15-1159 126 West Loockerman Building Permit - Kiosk Staff Approval following HDC Construction of The Santa House (HI-
Street, Loockerman Way Informational Review 15-07). Permit issued.
9/17/2015 15-1175 5 East Reed Street, Weyant Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Renovations to existing office
Hall Renovations required for interior work. area.