Springfield Historic Commission



Historical Review What is it? The purpose of Historical review is to encourage the preservation and adaptive use of identified Historic Landmark Structures and Sites. Historical Review also implements the Historical Policies of the Metro Plan, Washburne Historical Landmark District, Chapter 1 of the Springfield Code — 1965 and OAR Chapter 660. REFERENCE: Article 30 of the Springfield Development Code *Springfield's Main Street, c. 1946.* *Photo: Courtesy Springfield Museum*
How does it work? The Pre Application Process: The prospective applicant is encouraged to meet with staff in a Pre-Application Conference to become familiarized with the review process and determine what is required for a complete application. There is no fee for this service. Application Submittal: The applicant fills out the appropriate Historical review Application describing the proposal and submits it to the Development Services Department accompanied by any other requirements of submittal and a fee, when required, to help offset the cost of processing. Review: Type I applications for Minor Alterations of Historical Landmark Sites and Structures will be reviewed by City Staff. The types of minor alterations reviewed are: Construction, modification or demolition of accessory structures; Additions, partial or total demolitions or substantial alterations to building facades of non-contributing and intrusive structures; Replacement of damaged exterior features with virtually the same material; Additions, partial demolitions or alterations to Historic Landmark Sites or Structures which fully conform to the standards of Section 30.100 of the Development Code and which are not visible from the street; Installation of fewer than four parking spaces; Any similar alterations or use which does not detract from the character of a Historic Landmark Site or Structure. Type II applications for Major Alterations of Historical Landmark Sites or Structures will be reviewed by the Historical Commission. The Historical Commission acts as the Development Committee for issues involving Article 30 H Historical Overlay District. Adjacent property owners and occupants are notified and may attend a public review meeting and state their concerns, or send written comments. The types of Major Alterations reviewed are: Additions, partial demolitions, or substantial alterations to a building facade; Change to a more intensive use category as defined in the underlying districts; Installation of four or more parking spaces; Removal or radical trimming of large established trees or vegetation, except where necessary for immediate public safety as determined by the City Engineer Special use in the Washburne Historic Landmark District listed in Section 30.080 (3) of the Development Code; New construction of 1,000 square feet or more within the Washburne Historic Landmark Districts; Any other alteration or use that the Director determines may detract from the historic character of a Historic Landmark Site or Structure. *Weyerhauser Mill Facility.* *Photo: Courtesy Springfield Museum* Type III applications for: Establishing the Historical Landmark inventory; Removal of individual Historic Landmark Sites and Structures from the Historic Landmark inventory; Demolition of Historic Landmark Structures; and Any discretionary use listed in the underlying district, will be reviewed by the Planning Commission or Hearings Official. The Historical Commission shall also have the opportunity to present their recommendation. Adjacent property owners and occupants are notified and may attend a public hearing and state their concerns, or send written comments. Type IV applications for the establishment or modification of a Historic Landmark District will be reviewed by the City Council. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review the recommendation from the Historical Commission This is followed by a public hearing before the City Council. Adjacent property owners and occupants are notified and may attend these public hearings and state their concerns, or send written comments. Whom do I contact? Development Services Department Planning Division 225 Fifth Street Springfield, Oregon 97477 (541) 726-3753

Home \| Goals, Objectives & Priorities \| Washburne Historic District \| Historic Context Statement \| Historical Review © 2001, City of Springfield — Kitti M. Gale — Springfield Historic Commission — City of Springfield Development Services — 225 Fifth Street — Springfield, OR 97477 — Phone: (541) 726-3632 — Fax: (541) 726-3689 — e-mail: kgale@ci.springfield.or.us