pages: CityCouncil/2008-01-15.pdf, 6
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CityCouncil | 2008-01-15 | 6 | The City Attorney stated the HAB considers two things when considering whether a structure with some historic benefit should be demolished: 1) whether the structure has historic value, and 2) whether refusing to grant the demolition permit versus restoring the structure would provide economic return to the property owner; Council would make the same findings suggested that Council seek further information from the Applicant for determination. Councilmember deHaan stated the HAB had no problem with demolishing the structure as long as the new structure had some redeeming value that would be conducive to the rest of the neighborhood. Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the structure was determined to be historical. The Planning Services Manager responded no redeeming architectural qualities or historical relationship to a historic event or person were found. Mayor Johnson stated the HAB denied the demolition permit; she does not think there is enough information to make a finding tonight ; she does not think reconstruction costs are clear inquired whether the Planning Department has information on how many square feet would be reconstructed. The Planning Services Manager responded the Planning Department has the same information that is included in the packet. Mayor Johnson stated that doubling the size of the structure is not restoring the structure. The Applicant stated the main roof beam is 1" X 4"; the entire roof has to be removed to bring the roof up to code; the walls and foundation need to support the new roof; demolition costs would be less; working with the existing structure is expensive. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Applicant would not get an economic return by demolishing and reconstructing the house. The Applicant responded the structure needs to be torn down to bring the structure up to code; stated a demolition permit would be needed one way or another. Councilmember deHaan inquired what was the square footage on the last application. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 January 15, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-01-15.pdf |