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Appendix C
APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATION
FLORIDA CERTIF IED LOCAL GOVERNMENTS PROGRAM
Mail to: Architectural Preservation Serv1ces Section
Bureau of Historic Preservation
Florida Department of State
The Capi~o1
Tallahassee, F1or1da 32301-8020
1. Please use this form.
2. Please print or type all forms.
3. Make sure forms are signed.
4. Submit two complete sets of application materials.
5. Incomplete app11Cations w111 be returned.
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1.
Local government name: Honroe County
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2. County: Honroe
3. COnl::ac t: (Name/Tit1e/ Address/Phone) :Geo r g e Bo rn, Hi s tor i c Pr es e r vat i on i s t ,
Historic Florida Keys Foundation, Old City Hall, 510 Greene St.,
Key West, FL 33040, 305-292-6718 (suncom 464-6718)
4. Appropnate local ofhcia1 (Name/Title/Address/Phone): George N.eugent,
Mayor & District 2 Commissioner, 25 Ship's Way, Big Pine Key,
FL 33043, 305-289-6039
5. Historic Preservation Rev'1ew Commission ( Name/Address/Phone): H'on roe ~Coun t y
Historic Preservation Commission (contact info same as #3 above)
6. Time and place of regular Rev1ew Commission meetings: Heetings held six
times per year in the unincorporated areas of the County in
the Upper and Lower Keys.
Certified Local Government Application
Page Two
7. Briefly describe how the memberShip requirements for nistoric preserva-
tion commissions have been satisfied. Be sure to address to what extent
pro~essionals are available in the community and the positive involvement
in historic preservation of the professional members. PLEASE SEE PAGES
4 AND 5 OF THIS APPLICATION.
In recommending members for the Historic Preservation Commission,
the Historic Florida Keys Foundation was careful to nominate those
who would fulfill the CLG requirements and complement each other's
contributions. The biggest challenge to this goal has been
finding educated, qualified professionals -- who are limited in
number and are often busy with many other commitments -- who are
also willing to take on a long-term, public commitment to this
sprawling County's historic preservation program.
It was a very high priority to find an architect to serve, but two
professionals in that field declined being appointed (due to heavy
workloads and other commitments) before we found one who was
willing and able. We are also very fortunate to have a Ph. D.-
trained archaeologist on the board, who also is the Historic
Preservation Planner for the City of Key West. Other members,
very strong on community organizing and procedural due process,
have graduate training in anthropology and public administration.
8. Briefly describe your system for survey and 1nVentOry of local histor1c
resources.
Our first task is to gather and review existing survey
information, from state and local files and reports. Diane
Silvia, Alice Allen, and George Born have already begun this
process. Born and Silvia can fill obvious omissions in site file
information, as they meet Federal qualifications for historic
preservation surveys. Alice Allen, chair of the HPC, has
expressed an interest in making some field trips to historic sites
in Monroe County.
Beyond this lies the challenge of developing a recording and
information system that is coordinated with the County's land and
building permit records. Finally, a comprehensive (re)survey of
historic resources in unincorporated Monroe County may be
undertaken.
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Cert~fied Local Government App11cation
Page Tnree
9. Brlef1y describe how the local government intends to participate in the
Nat10nal Register program and detail how publiC particlpation require-
ments will be carried out ln the local government's review of Natlona1
Register nominations.
We will encourage property owners to pursue National Register
designation if they are eligible, fielding their inquiries and
explaining the benefits of listing. As we are fully accustomed to
having properly noticed public hearings for other items reviewed
by the HPC, it is little added burden to invite public
participation in the review of National Register nominations.
10. Briefly descrlbe wny you are seeking certlflca~ion.
Certification has been a long-term goal of Monroe County since
adopting the Comprehensive Plan a number of years ago. County
government, non-profit advocacy groups, and citizens at large have
been working toward a better County historic preservation program
for many years. CLG standards have provided a needed framework to
guide these efforts toward an end that follows legally defensible,
proven models. Now that we have a new historic preservation
ordinance, we still strive toward state and Federal standards as
the various aspects of the program go into effect.
11. Are you planning to apply for Certified Local Government subgrants?
YES X NO If yes, briefly describe the purpose of the proposed
Certified Local Government subgrant request.
Several purposes could be fulfilled through grant applications:
. An integrated, streamlined information system accessible from a
number of different locations is needed for handling data about
historic properties and sharing it with Monroe County offices, the
Historic Florida Keys Foundation, and the general public.
o A comprehensive (re)survey of historic resources in
unincorporated Monroe County is long overdue.
. A locally applicable interpretation of the Secretary of the
Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic
Buildings.would be a convenience to the general public, to County
staff, and to the HPC.
o Public educational opportunities in historic preservation for
every audience are lacking here -- for students, County staff,
members of the HPC, and the general public.
Certified Local Government Application
Page Four
HEMBERSHIP OF COMMISSION BY IESIGNATED PROFESSIONALS
Name and Profession
Term Expires
1. Chairman
Alice Allen
Music Teacher
Oct. 14, 2001
2. Hember
David Harum
Architect
Nov. 10, 2001
3. Member
::- Dr: Diane Silvia
4. Nember
Historic Preservation
Planner
No v. 1 0., 200 1
Steven L. Johnson Architect
Dec. 13, 2002
5. Member
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Deanna Lloyd
Nuseum Director
Dec. 13, 2002
Certified Local Government Application
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Historic Preservation Commission Member
Background Material
Name Alice C. Allen
Address P. O. Box 205, Tavernier, FL 33070
Telepnone (Home) 305-852-5143
(Office) same
OccUpation Private Music Teacher
Please g~ve a br1ef description of your demonstrated special 1nterest~ know-
ledge or training in such fields.
Completed graduate coursework in cultural anthropology, Univ. of Florida~
Gainesvill Thesis ermanentl interru ted by family crisis and the
need for full-time work.)
Local Florida Ke s) volunteer work involving historic designation process,
gathering oral histories, facilitating community involvement, participatin~
in creation of full county historic preservatioalordinance - 1994 to pres.
Training Received (conferences) seminars attended)
Date
None
Are you a member of:
Yes
No
The Florida Historical Society
x
The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation
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X
The National Trust for Historic Preservation
County Historical Society
Other Historic Florida Keys Foundation Board of Directors
Tavernier Historical Group Board of Directors
Histbrical Preservation Society of the Upper Keys
Certified Local Government Application
Page Six
Are you presen~ly or nave you ever been a member of any other government board
or commiss10n? No X Yes Please list:
Terms
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Certified Local Government Application
Page Five
Historic Preservation Commission Member
Background Material
Name
David Harum
Address 95700 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL
33037
Telepnone (Home) (305) 852 3827
(Office) (305) 852 8699
Occupation
Architect
Please g1ve a brief description of your demonstrated special interest, know-
ledge or training in such fields.
Received training in Historic Preservation while obtaining my college degree,
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University of Miami (1953-1958). Was Architect-of-Record for a project involving
additions to and renovation of an historically significant structure, Coral
Gables, Florida (1983-1984).
Training Received (conferences, seminars attended) Date
liThe New Urbanism", University of Miami School of Architecture January 18-20, 1997
Historic Preservation and ~dap~ive Re-Use, ,Professional Seminars ~ro~p May 5-6, fOOO
Are you a member of: Yes No
The Florida Historical Society X
The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation X
Tne Na tional Trust for Historic Preservation X
County Historical .Society X
Other The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Foundation
,:
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Certified Local Government Application
Page Six
Are you presently or nave you ever been a ,member of any other government board
or commission? No X Yes Please list:
Terms
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Certified Local Government Application
Page Five
Historic Preservation Commission Member
Background Material
Name Diane E. Silvia
Address 19780 Date Palm'Drive, Suqarloaf Key, Florida 33042
Te1epnone (Home) (305) 745-6545
(Office) (305) 293-6484
Occupation Historic Preservation Planner, City of Key West
Please g1ve a brief description of your demonstrated special 1nterest~ know-
ledge or training in such fields.
Archaeologist, 'Ph.D. to be awarded May 20, 2000, Tulane
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University. Historic Preservation Planner July 1998 to
present- staff for the Historical Architectural Review
Commission, City of Key West and on preservation issues in the
Ci ty.in qene:r;al.
Training Recerved ~conferences) seminars attended)
Florida Trust
Date
1999
National Trust,
1998
Are you a member of:
Yes
No
The Florida Historical Society
The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation X
The National Trust for Historic Preservation ~
County Historical Society
Other Register of Professional Archaeologists
Certified Local Government Application
Page Six
Are you presently or nave you ever been a ,member of any other government board
or commission? No X Yes Please list:
Terms
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Certified Local Government Application
Page Five
Historic Preservation Commission Member
Background Material
Name
Mr. Steven L.' Johnson, A.I.A.
Address
3900 S. Roosevelt Blvd." Key West, FL 33040
Te1epnone (Home) 305-296-6777
(Office) 305-292-4800
OCCUpation Director of Architectural Services, The Argonaut Group
3900 S. Roosevelt Blvd., Key West, FL 33040
Please g1ve a brief description of your demonstrated special interest; know-
ledge or training in such fields.
Graduated Univ. of Okla. School of Archit~cture, 1969.
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Licensed Architett in Arkansas & Florida.
Member of the American Institute of Architects (AlA).
Member of the Key West Historic Architecture Review Commission for 4 yrs.
Training Received (conferences) seminars attended)
Date
Are you a member of:
Yes
No
The Florida Historical Society
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The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation
Tne National Trust for Historic Preservation
County Historical Society
Other Historic Florida Keys Foundation
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Certified Local Government Application
Page Six
Are you presently or nave you ever been a ,member of any other government board
or commission? No Yes X Please list:
Key West Historic Architecture Review Commission (HARC)
Terms 4 years (1996 - 2000)
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Certified Local Government Application
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Historic Preservation Commission Member
Background Material
Name
Ms. Deanna Lloyd
Address
1665 Canal St.: Big Pini rey, FL 33043
Te1epnone (Home) 305-872-2098
(Office) 305-743-3900
Occupation Executive Director, Museums of Crane Point Hammock,
5550 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050
Please g1ve a brief description of your demonstrated special interest; know-
ledge or training in such fields.
Non-profit and government grantsmanship
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Greenway planning
Community Advocate - civic involvement
Training Received (conferences, seminars attended)
Date
Florida Association of Museums
9/2000
Numerous Grant, Ad~ioistrat~on seminars
1989 1999
Are you a member of:
Yes No
The Florida Historical Society
x
The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation
x
Tne National Trust for Historic Preservation
x
County Historical Society
Other Historic Florida Keys Foundation Board of Directors
Florida Keys Scenic Highway Committee
Harry S. Truman Little White House Advisory Coucil
Certified Local Government Application
Page Six
Are you presently or nave you ever been a ,member of any other government board
or commission? No X Yes Please list:
Terms
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Certified Local Government App11cation
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Certified Local Government Checklist
(Please return a completed copy of this Checklist w1th your submission.)
B.l. Requirements-Ordinance
Requirements Ordinance Citation
Purpose clearly stated 9.5-451
Authority for appointment of suitable commission 9.5-453
Criteria for designation of historic properties clearly
defined (should roughly parallel the criteria used by
the Na'tiona1 Register 9. 5-454
Clearly ~efine process for designation of historic properties9.5-455
Boundaries for historic districts and individual properties
identified in the ordinance should be clearly established 9. 5-455 (a) (1)
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Authority for the Review Commission to review and rend(::r a
decis10n upon all proposed alterations) demolitions) reloca-
tions) and new conscruction within the boundaries designated
by the ordinance or whicndirectly affect designated proper-
ties 9.5-453(g)(3)
Provisions for the delay of demolitions) but not for the
indefinite stay of a demolition 9.5-456 (d) (4)
Criter1a for the review of proposals for alteracions) new
constructi9n) relocat.ion and demolitions ~le~r1y set forth in
the law (alterat10ns should substant1ally achieve toe
purpose of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Renabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic
Buildings 9.5-456(c)
Provisions for enforcing decis10ns
9.5-455(f)(3)
Penalties for non-compliance
SpeCific time frames for reviews
9.~-4~S(f)(3)&9.5-465
9.5-455(a)(1)&(2)
9.5-459
Right of Appeal
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Speclfic time frames for consideration of development pro-
posals
Provislons for public and owner notificat10n for designation
and project reviews
Provisions for public hearings for designation and project
reviews
B.2 Commission
Requirements
9.5-456(b) & (c)
9.5-455(a)(3)
9.~(c)
Ordinance Citation
Minimum of five members (minimum of three members if popu1a-
tlon less than 10,000) 9.5-453(b)
A~ea of geographlc responsib1lity coterminous with the
boundaries of local jurisdiction 9.5-453 (a)
Appointments made by appropriate local official or appro-
priate governing body
Members residents of the jurisdiction for which they serve
Terms of offlce staggered
Terms of office at least two years, but not more than five
years' duration
Prov1s1ons for appropriate local official or appropriate
governlng body to fill vacancies within Sixty days
Provisions for at least four meetings per year at regular
intervals
Provisions for recording minutes of eaCh meeting
Provisions for Commission to be represented at pert1nent
information or educational meetings, workshops and
conferences
Provisions for Commlssion review of proposed National
Reglster nominations witnin its jurisdiction
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9.5-453(b)
9.5-453(b)
9.5-453(c)
9.5-453(c)
9.5-45.3(c)
9.5-453(d)
9.5-453(d)
9.5-453(g)(16)
9.5-453(g)(9)
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Provisions for seeking expertise on proposals or matters
requiring evaluation by a professional of a discipline not
represented on the Commission 9.5-453(g)(17)
Staff sufficient to undertake the requirements for cert1fica-
tion and carry out delegated responsib11ities 9.5-453(d)
Rules of Procedure adopted by Commission 9.5-453(g)(1)
Commission responsibilities complimentary to those of the
State Historic Preservation Office
B.3 Survey and Inventory of Historic Properties
Requirements
Ordinance Citation
Provisions to initiate and/or continue an approved process
of identificat10n of historic properties within the jur1S-
diction (1nventory materials should be compatible with the
Florida Master Site File)
9.5-453(g)(11)
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Provision to maintain a detailed inventory of the designated
d1stricts, sites, and/or structures within the jurisdiction of
the Commission 9.5-453(g)(11)
Inventory material open to the publ1c 9.5-453(g)(11)
Prov1sions to update 1nventory materials periodically 9.5-453(g)(11)
Assurance that duplicates of all inventory materials will
be provided to the State Historic Preservation Office q ~-4~3(g)(11)
Provisions to encourage the Commission members to partici-
pate in the survey and planning activities of the Certified
Local Government 9.5-453(g)(7),(8),(13)
B.4 Public Participation
Requirements
Ordinance Citation
Provisions that Commission meetings will be publicly
announced
9.5-453(e)
Provisions that Commission meetings will be open to the pub1ic9.5-453(f)
Certlfied Local Government Application
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Provisions that Commission meetings will have a previously
advertised agenda 9.5-453 (e.)
Provisions to make these records available to the public 9. 5-453 (d).
Provisions that all Commisslon decisions will be given in a
public forum 9. 5-453 (f)
Rules of Procedure adopted by the Commission must be avail-
able for public inspection 9.5-453(g)
Provlsions assuring that appropriate local officials, owners
of record, and applicants shall be given a mlnimum of thirty
days and not more than seventy-five days prior to Commission
meetlngs in which to comment on or object to the listing of, a
property ln the National Register to be reviewed
Objections by property owners must be notarized to prevent
nomination to the National Register
B.5 Satlsfactory Performance
Requirements
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Ordinance Citatlon
Provide State Historlc Preservation Officer wlth thirty
days prior notice of all meetings
Submit minutes of each meeting to State Historic Preservation
Officer wlthln thirty days
Submit record of attendance for the Review'Commission members
to State Historic Preservatlon Officer within thirty days of
each meeting
Submit pub11c attendance figures for eaCh meeting to State
Historic Preservation Officer within thirty days of each
meeting
Notify Change in the Commission membershlp within thirty
days of actlon
Notify State Historlc Preservatlon Officer immediately of all
new hlstoric deSignations or alterations to eXlsting deslgna-
tions
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Submit annual report by November 1 covering previous October 1 through
September 30 9.5-453(g)(14)
Information to be included in Annual Report (at a minimum)
a. any changes to the Rules of Procedure
b. number of proposals reviewed
c. new designations (listings)
d. Changes to the Commission
e. revised resumes of Commiss10n members as appropriate
f. review of Survey and Inventory activity with a description
of the system used
g. program report on eaCh grant-assisted activity
C.l Procedures (Certification material contained in this submission)
Requ1rements
Ordinance Citation
A written assurance by the appropriate local official
that the local government w111 fulfill all of the
requirements for,certification
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A copy of the local legislation
A map of the area of jurisdiction of the Commission with any
and all existing des1gnated historic districts and/or
individual historic properties clearly identified
A copy of the Commission's Rules of Procedure
.Resumes for.each member of the Commission
Resumes for Commission staff members, if appropriate
I certify that I have read Certified Local Governments Guidelines and agree to
comp w1th all terms and condit10ns set forth therein.
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BY
DATE
ORDINANCE NO. 022 -1999
AN ORDINANCE BY THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
REPEALING THE EXISTING CHAP. 9.5, ART. VIII, SECTIONS 9.5-451 THROUGH
9.5-460, M.C.C.; CREATING A SUBSTANTIALLY REVISED CHAPTER 9.5, ART. VIII,
SECTION 9.5-451 THROUGH 9.5-460, MONROE COUNTY CODE, IN ORDER TO
PROVIDE FOR THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORICAL PROPERTIES; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT
HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Land Development Regulations were adopted by the Board of County
Commissioners on September 28, 1986; and
WHEREAS, Section 9.5-511 of the Monroe County Code stipulates that the County may make
necessary adjustments to the Land Development Regulations in light of changed conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners directed staff to draft an Historic Preservation
Ordinance in compliance with the Monroe County Year 2010 Comprehensive Plan on January 14,
1998; and
WHEREAS, the Development Review Committee recommended approval of the request for a text
amendment to the Planning Commission during a regular meeting held on March 4, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request to the Board of County
Commissioners during a public hearing on April 23, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners during a public hearing held on June 9, 1999,
conducted a review and consideration of an amendment to Sections 9.5-144 and 9.5-451 through
9.5-460 of the Monroe County Code concerning Archaeological, Historical, and Cultural Landmarks
filed by the Monroe County Planning Department; and
WHEREAS, Article XI of Chapter 9.5 sets forth the requirements for amending the text of the land
development regulations. Specifically, Section 9.5-511 (d)(5)b sets forth six criteria for amending
the land development regulations, at least one of which must be met. In this case, items (iv) New
issues and (v) Recognition of a need for additional detail and comprehensiveness, support the
proposed amendment. The existing Monroe County historic preservation ordinance does not
contain a level of detail sufficient to further preservation in the Florida Keys; and
WHEREAS, in January of 1996, Monroe County enacted the Year 2010 Comprehensive Plan,
which directs the County to adopt an historic preservation ordinance in accordance with the State's
Certified Local Government program to ensure historic preservation grants from the State; and
WHEREAS, Comprehensive Plan Goal 104 states that the County shall
protect, and preserve its historic resources; and
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WHEREAS, Comprehensive Plan Policy 104.3.1 stipulates that the County shall adopt land
development regulations constituting an Historic Preservation Ordinance to provide protection for
historic resources listed on the Florida Keys Historic Register; and
WHEREAS, Comprehensive Plan Objective 104.6 mandates Monroe County to coordinate with
public agencies and non-profit organizations to protect, preserve, and increase awareness of
historic resources; and
WHEREAS, historic preservation in areas of the County, such as Old Tavernier, will promote "pride
of place" while strengthening community identity; and
WHEREAS, historic preservation efforts will assure that future generations will be able to
appreciate local history through the study of historic architecture and archaeological sites; and
WHEREAS, the proposed text amendment is consistent with Section 9.5-511 of the Monroe
County Code; and
WHEREAS, the proposed test amendment is consistent with and furthers the goals of the Monroe
County Year 2010 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the proposed text amendment is in the interest of public welfare.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, THAT;
Section 1.
Chapter 9.5, Article VIII, Division 1, Sections 9.5-451 - 9.5-460, Monroe County
Code, are hereby repealed.
Section 2.
Chapter 9.5, Article VIII, Division 1, Sections 9.5-451 - 9.5-460, Monroe County
Code, shall hereby read as follows:
ARTICLE VIII
DIVISION 1. ARCHAEOLOGICAL, HISTORICAL OR CUL rURAL LANDMARKS
Sec. 9.5-451. Purpose.
It is hereby declared a matter of public policy that the protection and enhancement of properties
of historical, cultural, archeological, and architectural merit are in the interests of the health,
prosperity, and welfare of the people of Monroe County. Therefore, this article is intended to:
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(a) Effect and accomplish the protection and enhancement of buildings, structures,
improvements, landscape features, and archeological resources of sites and districts which
represent distinctive elements of the County's cultural, social, economic, political, scientific,
prehistoric, and architectural history;
(b) Safeguard the County's historical, cultural, archeological, and architectural heritage, as
embodied and reflected in such individual sites, districts, and archeological areas;
(c) Foster civic pride in the accomplishments of the past;
(d) Protect and enhance the County's attraction to visitors and thereby support and stimulate
the economy;
(e) ,Promote the use of individual sites and districts for the education, pleasure, and welfare of
the people of Monroe County; and
(f) Acknowledge historic property with minimal cost to the property owner.
Sec. 9.5-452. Definitions.
(a) Designated historic property means a building, site, structure, or object that is designated as
an archeological, historical, or cultural landmark under this Article.
(b) Improvement means changes in the condition of real property brought about by the
expenditure of labor or money for restoration, renovation, rehabilitation, or reconstruction of
designated historic properties.
(c) National Register of Historic Places means the list of historic properties significant in
American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture, maintained by the
Secretary of the Interior, as established by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966
(16 USCA 470), as amended.
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(d) Historic Preservation Commission, referred to in this Article as the HPC, means the board of
citizens appointed by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, to
perform the functions delegated to it by this Article.
(e) Ordinary repairs or maintenance means the work done to prevent the deterioration of a
building or structure, or any part of a building or structure, by keeping the building or
structure as nearly as practicable to its condition before any deterioration, decay, or
damage.
(f) Reconstruction means that process of reproducing by new construction, the exact form and
detail of a demolished puilding, structure, or object, as it appeared at a certain point in time.
(g) Renovation or rehabilitation of historic sites, or the portion(s) of those sites that have
historical or cultural significance, means the act or process of returning a property to a state
of utility through repair or alteration that makes possible an efficient contemporary use
while preserving those portions or features of the property that are significant to its
historical, architectural, cultural, and archeological values. For historic properties, or the
historic portions of such properties that are of archeological significance or that are severely
deteriorated, renovation or rehabilitation means the act or process of applying measures
designed to sustain and protect the existing form and integrity of a property, or re-
establishing the stability of an unsafe or deteriorated property while maintaining the
essential form of the property as it presently exists.
(h) Restoration means the act or process of accurately recovering the form and details of a
historic property and setting, as it appeared at a particular period of time, by means of the
removal of later work or by the replacement of missing earlier work.
(i) Demolition means the complete constructive removal of a building, structure, or object on
any site.
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(j) Demolition by neglect means abandonment of a building or structure by the owner resulting
in such a state of deterioration that its self-destruction is inevitable, or where demolition of
the building or structure to remove a safety hazard is a likely result.
(k) Certificate of appropriateness means an authorization for work to be done to a designated
historic property. A certificate of appropriateness is not a building permit. A Monroe
County building permit shall be issued prior to the commencement of work on an historic
structure. There are two types of certificates:
(1) a regular certificate of appropriateness issued by the planning director for ordinary
repairs or maintenance to a designated historic property; and
(2) a special certificate of appropriateness issued directly by the historic preservation
commission for the renovation, rehabilitation, restoration, or demolition of a
designated historic property, or for permission to dig in the case of an archeological
landmark. All renovation, rehabilitation, restoration, or demolition of historic public
property shall also be approved by the board of county commissioners, following
recommendation by the historic preservation commission.
(k) Undue economic hardship means an inordinate burden on the owner's use of his property
or, in the case of properties producing income at the time of the application for a special
certificate of appropriateness, failure to achieve a reasonable economic return as measured
against commercial properties of similar nature and location as expected by market
conditions.
Sec. 9.5-453. Historic Preservation Commission.
(a) Historic Preservation Commission: The historic preservation commission (HPC) is a
governmental agency of Monroe County. The HPC is vested with the authority to designate
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and regulate historical properties within the unincorporated area of the County as prescribed
in this Article.
(b) Appointment and Membership Qualifications: The HPC consists of five members appointed
by the board of county commissioners. Each member shall be a resident of Monroe County
at the time of appointment and during his term(s) in office. To the extent possible, the
board of county commissioners shall appoint four individuals who are professionals in any of
the disciplines of architecture, history, architectural history, planning, archeology, or other
historic preservation related disciplines such as urban planning, American studies, cultural
geography, or cultural anthropology. The board of county commissioners shall also appoint
one lay individual with a demonstrated special interest, experience, or knowledge in history,
architecture, archaeology, or related disciplines.
(c) Membership Removal, Terms, and Vacancies: HPC members serve overlapping terms of
three years. Initially two members shall be appointed to one-year terms and three members
to two-year terms. After the initial appointments, all appointments are for three years.
HPC members serve without compensation, but are entitled to the reimbursement of
expenses as provided in Section 112.61, (F.S.). A member may be removed from office
prior to the expiration of his term for cause by a majority vote of the board of county
commissioners. However, a member will automatically vacate his seat if the member fails
to attend four meetings in a calendar year. When a vacancy in office due to absence
occurs, the board of county commissioners shall appoint a replacement to serve out the
remainder of the vacated member's term, within sixty (60) days.
(d) Organization and Administration: The members of the HPC shall elect a chairman and vice
chairman, for a one-year term each. The chairman or, in the absence of the chairman, the
vice-chairman, shall preside at all meetings and may vote. The planning director shall
designate staff to advise and provide clerical support to the HPC. The HPC secretary,
designated by the planning director, shall record and transcribe the minutes of all
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commission meetings. The Attorney assigned to the Growth Management Division shall be
the attorney to the HPC. The planning director shall be the custodian of all HPC records.
The HPC shall meet at least once per month at a date and time established by the HPC,
unless there is no business pending. However, regardless of the lack of pending business,
the HPC shall meet at least six times during a calendar year. To the maximum extent
practicable, HPC meetings shall be held at locations throughout the Upper, Middle, and
Lower Keys, that are closest in proximity to the majority of discussion items on the agenda.
(e) Notice: Notice of meetings required under this Article shall be given in accordance with
section 9.5-45 of the Monroe County Code.
(f) Public Hearings: Hearings required under this Article shall be conducted in accordance with
Section 9.5-46(c) of the Monroe County Code.
(g) Powers and Duties: The HPC has the following powers and duties:
(1) adopt and amend rules of procedure to the extent such that they are not inconsistent
with this Chapter, or the laws of Florida;
(2) make recommendations to the board of county commissioners to designate historic
property, and if necessary, recommend rescission of such designations;
(3) to issue or deny certificates of appropriateness in accordance with this Article;
(4) to entertain appeals of the planning director's denial of certificates of appropriateness,
and reporting the HPC's findings to the planning director for action;
(5) determine whether a substantially damaged designated historic building, structure,
object, or site may be reconstructed using the criteria set forth in Section 9.5-455(d).
(6) determine whether an historic designation should be rescinded;
(7) advise the planning commission and the board of county commissioners on all matters
related to historic preservation policy, including the use, administration, and
maintenance of publicly-owned historic properties;
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(8) recommend land development regulations, comprehensive plan amendments, and
building code amendments to the planning director to assist in the preservation of
historic properties;
(9) make recommendations on nominations of historic property to the National Register of
Historic Places;
(10) recommend to the board of county commissioners, financial and technical incentive
programs to further the objectives of historical preservation;
(11) prepare and maintain a publicly-accessible survey identifying historic buildings, sites,
structures, objects, and archeological sites in unincorporated Monroe County, which are
to become part of the Florida Site File;
(12) promote the awareness of historic preservation and its community benefits;
(13) identify and recommend to the board of county commissioners, sources for grant
assistance from state, federal, and private sources for the purpose of historic
preservation;
(14) provide an annual report to the board of county commissioners detailing the actions of
the historic preservation commission during the prior year and the current state of
historic preservation in the unincorporated area of the County;
(15) assist County staff in the application for County certification from the State Historic
Preservation Officer as a certified local government;
(16) members of the HPC and its staff should attend pertinent informational or educational
meetings, workshops, and conferences, once a year with compensation and prior
written notice;
(17) seek expertise on matters requiring evaluation by professionals of a discipline not
represented; and
(18) perform any other duty assigned to it by the board of county commissioners.
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Sec. 9.5-454. Criteria for the designation of historic properties.
(a) The HPC may recommend the designation as historical property those buildings, sites,
structures, or objects, that possess integrity of location, design, setting, materials,
workmanship, feeling, and association as follows:
(1) that are significant in the history of Monroe County, the State of Florida, or the
United States, or are associated with events that are significant in the history of
Monroe County, the State of Florida or the United States; or
(2) that are associated with lives of individuals significant in the past; or
(3) that embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of
construction, or that represent the work of a master, or that possess high artistic
values, or that represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components
may lack individual distinction; or
(4) that have yielded or may be likely to yield information important in prehistory or
history.
(b) Ordinarily cemeteries, birthplaces, or graves of historical figures, properties owned by religious
institutions or used for religious purposes, structures that have been moved from their original
locations, reconstructed historical buildings, properties primarily commemorative in nature, and
properties that have achieved significance within the past 50 years, may not be recommended
for designation as historical properties by the HPC. However, such properties may be
designated if they fall within the following categories:
(1) a religious property deriving primary significance from architectural or artistic
distinction, or historical importance; or
(2) a building or structure removed from its original location but which is significant
primarily for architectural value, or which is the surviving structure most importantly
associated with an historic person or event; or
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(3) a birthplace or grave of a historical figure of outstanding importance if there is no
appropriate site or building directly associated with his or her productive life; or
(4) a cemetery which derives its primary significance from the graves of individuals of
transcendent importance, from age, from distinctive design features, or from
association with historic events; or
(5) a reconstructed building, when done in accordance with this article; or
(6) a property primarily commemorative in intent if design, age, tradition, or symbolic
value has invested it with its own exceptional significance; or
(7) a property achieving significance in the past 50 years, if it is of exceptional
importance.
Sec. 9.5-455. Historic designation process.
(a) Initiation of Historic Designation Process: The designation process under this Article shall be
initiated by the submission of an application requesting historic designation to the planning
department, on a form prescribed by the planning director, by either the owner of the
proposed historic property or any third party with the concurrence of the owner.
(1) The planning director shall have fifteen (15) working days to determine if the application
is complete. If the planning director finds that the application is not complete, he shall
serve written notice to the applicant specifying the application's deficiencies. The
planning director shall take no further action on the application unless the deficiencies
are remedied.
(2) If the planning director fails to make a determination of completeness within fifteen (15)
working days, the application is deemed complete.
(3) Once the application is deemed complete, the planning director shall prepare a
designation report with recommendations for submittal to the historic preservation
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commission, and advertise and schedule a public hearing for consideration by the HPC
of the requested designation in a manner prescribed by Sections 9.5-453(e) and 9.5-
453(f), of the Monroe County Code.
(b) Action by the Historic Preservation Commission on the proposed designation: Following the
conclusion of the public hearing, the HPC shall render, by written resolution, its decision
recommending approval or denial of a proposed historic property designation. The
resolution shall include the elements set forth in Section 9.5-47(b), of the Monroe County
Code. If the resolution is one recommending approval of the designation, the resolution
shall accurately describe all character-defining elements of the property.
(c) ,Action by the Board of County Commissioners: The board of county commissioners shall
consider the proposed designation and recommendations of the HPC and the planning
director, and shall act to designate the property as historic, or reject the proposed
designation by way of resolution. If the resolution designates the property as historic, the
property owner shall be furnished a copy of the BoCC resolution by certified mail after its
filing by the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
(d) Reconstruction of substantially damaged historic sites: When a designated historic building,
structure, object, or site has been substantially damaged, the HPC shall determine through
an evaluation of architectural integrity, whether the building, structure, object, or site can
be reconstructed using the following criteria.
(1) Whether there is sufficient evidence such as photo-documentation, measured drawings,
or other physical evidence to accurately depict the form and detail of the original
resource.
(2) Whether the original construction materials, or substitute materials that are sufficiently
similar so as to convey the original qualities of construction, are readily available.
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(3) Whether the interior spaces are especially significant to the form and function of the
building. If so, the HPC shall define the parameters necessary to adequately convey
those interior spatial characteristics as requirements in the reconstruction effort.
(4) Whether the applicant has demonstrated a commitment to the reconstruction effort by
making every reasonable effort to preserve or salvage the remaining significant features
of the property.
(5) Whether there are other unique factors or circumstances that would make
reconstruction desirable.
If the HPC determines that a historic designated building, structure, object, or site may be
reconstructed, the property owner may submit a reconstruction plan for consideration based
on the criteria enumerated in Section 9,5-455(e). If the property owner chooses not to
reconstruct, the HPC may recommend rescission of the historic designation using the
procedure stipulated in Section 9.5-455(f).
(e) Reconstruction criteria: Reconstruction of a historic designated site shall be carried out in
accordance with the following criteria.
(1) Reconstruction shall be used to depict non-surviving portions of a property when such
reconstruction is essential to the public understanding of the property, and documentary
and physical evidence is available to permit accurate reconstruction.
(2) Reconstruction of a building, landscape, structure, or object in its historic location shall
be preceded by a thorough archeological investigation identifying and evaluating those
features and artifacts, which are essential to an accurate reconstruction. If such
resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures shall be undertaken.
(3) Reconstruction shall include measures preserving any remaining historic materials,
features, and spatial relationships.
(4) Reconstruction shall be based on the accurate duplication of historic features and
elements substantiated by documentary or physical evidence rather than on conjectural
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designs or the availability of different features from other historic properties. A
reconstructed property shall re-create the appearance of the non-surviving historic
property in materials, design, colors, and texture.
(5) All "reconstructions" shall be clearly documented as being contemporary re-creations.
(f) Amendment or Rescission of Designation: An historic designation may only be amended or
rescinded by complying with the same procedures as the original approval. However, the
planning director's report need only contain a recommendation to grant or deny the
rescission or amendment, and the reasons therefor.
(1) The HPC resolution recommending rescission of the designation shall be based on
competent and substantial evidence supporting the rescission.
(2) Final approval of rescission shall come from the board of county commissioners.
(3) If rescission is the result of a request by the property owner, or as a result of the
demolition of the historic structure by the property owner, the board of county
commissioners may revoke the ad valorem tax exemption as stipulated in Section 9.5-
465, of the Monroe County Code.
Sec. 9.5-456. Certificates of appropriateness.
(a) Certificate of Appropriateness Required: Except as provided herein, a building, moving, or
demolition permit, or any other development order, shall not be issued for a designated
historic property until a certificate of appropriateness is awarded. However, a certificate of
appropriateness is not required for the issuance of any building permits for interior
improvements to a designated historic property, unless the interior of the subject historic
property is cited as significant in the property's designation.
(b) Regular Certificate of Appropriateness: A regular certificate of appropriateness is required
for ordinary repair and maintenance that requires a building permit, except as provided for in
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Section 9.5-456(a), of the Monroe County Code. A regular certificate shall be issued for
any work that will, to the satisfaction of the planning director, not change the appearance
of the building, structure, or object. The owner of a designated historic property who
desires a regular certificate of appropriateness shall file an application with the planning
department, on a form prescribed by the planning director. Upon the receipt of a complete
application for a regular certificate of appropriateness, the planning director shall approve
the application, deny it, approve it with conditions, or pass the application on to the HPC
for further review. If the decision is to deny or pass the application to the HPC, the
planning director shall notify the owner of the decision by certified mail. A denied
,application shall include an explanatory statement of the planning director's basis for his
decision. The planning director's decision may be appealed pursuant to Section 9.5-521, of
the Monroe County Code.
(c) Special Certificate of Appropriateness: A special certificate of appropriateness shall be
required prior to the issuance of a building permit and shall be issued for any work involving
the substantial improvement, relocation, or new construction that will result in a change to
the original appearance of a designated historic property. The owner of a designated
historic property who desires a special certificate of appropriateness shall file an application
with the planning department, on a form prescribed by the planning director. The
application shall contain the full plans and specifications, a site plan, and if deemed
applicable, samples of any materials necessary to fully describe the proposed appearance,
colors, texture, materials, and design of the building or structure, any outbuilding, wall,
courtyard, fence, unique landscape feature, paving, signage, and exterior lighting. The
information shall be adequate to enable the HPC to visualize the effect of the proposed
work on the historic property. When the planning director determines that the application is
complete, he shall schedule and notice the application for a public hearing before the HPC,
in accordance with Section 9.5-453(e), of the Monroe County Code. In determining
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whether to grant or deny the application, or grant it with conditions, the HPC shall evaluate
the application according to a set of guidelines based on the Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings. At the
conclusion of the public hearing, the HPC shall, by written resolution; grant, deny, or grant
with conditions, the application. The resolution shall contain the elements set forth in Sec.
9.5-47(b), of the Monroe County Code, together with an explanation of the basis for the
HPC's decision. Upon the filing of the resolution with the secretary to the HPC, the
secretary shall send a certified copy of the resolution by registered mail to the applicant.
(d) Demolition: A special certificate of appropriateness is required before a demolition permit
may be issued for the removal of all or a portion of a designated historic site. This
subparagraph shall not apply to a demolition order issued by a governmental agency with
jurisdiction to issue such orders, or a demolition order of a court of competent jurisdiction.
If the owner of a designated historic site desires to demolish any significant feature(s), they
shall file an application for a special certificate of appropriateness with the planning
department, on a form prescribed by the planning director. The application shall detail the
reasons why demolition is necessary and shall provide detailed plans for the reuse of the
historic site.
(1) If undue economic hardship is claimed as the basis for demolition, the application shall
contain the following information:
a. The amount paid for the property, the date of purchase, and the party from whom it
was purchased;
b. The assessed value of the land and improvements thereon according to the two
most recent property tax assessments;
c. The amount of real estate taxes assessed for the previous two years;
d. The annual debt service, if any for the previous two years;
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e. All appraisals obtained within the previous two years by the owner or applicant in
connection with the purchase, financing, or ownership of the property;
f. All listings of the property for sale or lease, including the price asked and any offers
received; and
g. Any profitable adaptive uses for the property which have been considered by the
owner.
(2) If undue economic hardship is claimed for income-producing property, the application
shall include the following information:
a. the annual gross income from the property for the previous two years;
b. itemized operating and maintenance expenses for the previous two years; and
c. the annual cash flow, if any, for the previous two years.
(3) When the planning director determines that the application is complete, he shall
schedule the application for a public hearing before the HPC and cause notice of the
public hearing to be given. In determining whether to grant or deny the application, the
HPC shall evaluate the application according to the following standards:
a. Whether the building or structure is of such design, craftsmanship, or materials that
it could be reproduced only with great difficulty or expense.
b. Whether the building or structure is one of the last remaining examples of its kind in
the neighborhood or County.
c. Whether retention of the building or structure would promote the general welfare of
the County by providing an opportunity for the study of local history or prehistory,
architecture and design, or by developing an understanding of the importance and
value of a particular cultural heritage.
d. Whether there are plans for the reuse of the property if the proposed demolition is
carried out, and the effect of those plans on the character of the surrounding area.
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e. Whether the denial of the application will result in an inordinate burden being placed
on the owner's use of the property.
(4) At the conclusion of the public hearing, the HPC shall, by written resolution, grant,
grant with conditions, or deny the application. The resolution shall contain the elements
set forth in Section 9,5-47(b), of the Monroe County Code, together with an
explanation of the basis for the HPC's decision. Upon the filing of the resolution with
the secretary to the HPC, the secretary shall send a copy of the resolution, by certified
mail, to the applicant. If the HPC grants the application for a special certificate for
demolition, it may delay the effective date of the certificate for 90 days to allow the
HPC to take such steps as it deems necessary to preserve the historic property. Such
steps may include, but are not limited to, consultation with civic groups, public
agencies, and interested citizens, recommendations for the acquisition of the historic
property by public or private bodies or agencies, or moving the building or structure to
another location. The delay of the effective date of the resolution shall also extend the
30 day appeal period as provided in Section 9.5-468 and Article XIV, to 120 days from
the filing date of the resolution with the secretary to the historic preservation
commission.
(e) Archeological Landmark: A special certificate of appropriateness is required before a building
permit or other development order may be issued for a designated historic property that
contains an archeological landmark or known archeological site. This subparagraph does not
apply to digging or other excavation conducted by entities devoted to scientific and
archeological research or education, when conducted solely for the purposes of research and
education. An owner of an archeological landmark or known archeological site, who desires to
develop it, shall file an application for a special certificate of appropriateness with the planning
department, on a form prescribed by the planning director.
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(1) The application shall describe in detail the development proposed for the archeological
landmark together with a proposed site plan. The application shall also contain the
following:
a. a scientific evaluation of the site by an archeologist (including excavation if
determined necessary by the archeologist) at the applicant's expense;
b. an archeological survey, conducted by an archeologist, containing an analysis of the
impact of the proposed development on the archeological site;
c. a proposal for mitigation measures; and
d. a proposed plan for the protection or preservation of all significant parts of the
archeological landmark.
(2) When the planning director determines that the application is complete, he shall
schedule the application for a public hearing before the HPC and cause notice of the
public hearing to be given. In determining whether to grant, deny, or grant with
conditions, the application, the HPC shall consider the application according to the
following factors.
a. The extent to which the proposed development will alter, disturb, or destroy the
archeological landmark.
b. The rarity or significance of the archeological landmark is within the County.
c. Whether mitigation or a redesign of the proposed development will allow the
archeological landmark to be preserved intact while allowing the owner a reasonable
economic return on his property.
d. Whether a denial of the application will result in an inordinate burden being placed
on the owner's use of his property.
(3) At the conclusion of the hearing, the HPC shall, by written resolution; grant, deny, or
grant with conditions, the application. The resolution shall contain the elements set
forth in Section 9.5-47(b) of the Monroe County Code, together with an explanation of
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the HPC's decision. Upon the filing of the resolution with the secretary to the HPC, the
secretary shall send a copy of the resolution, by certified mail, to the applicant.
Sec. 9.5-457. Nonconforming structures.
(a) Authority to continue: Nonconforming structures that are designated historic shall be permitted
to continue in accordance with section 9.5-144, except as provided below.
(b) Flood elevation requirements: Structures that are designated historic shall be exempt from
FEMA flood elevation requirements in accordance with Section 9.5-317(7) of the Monroe
County Code.
(c) Substantial improvements: A nonconforming structure that is designated historic may be
substantially improved in accordance with the provisions of Sections 9.5-455(d), and if
necessary, 9.5-523(e) of the Monroe County Code.
Sec. 9.5-458. Maintenance of Designated Historic Property.
(a) Nothing in this Article shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance, repair, or
improvement, which does not involve a change of design, appearance, or material, or prevent
ordinary maintenance of landscaping features.
(b) Where the HPC determines that a designated historic building, structure, object, or site, is
endangered by lack of maintenance and repair, it shall notify appropriate officials of the County,
so that the County may seek correction of such deficiencies under authority of applicable laws
and regulations.
(c) In the event the building official determines that any designated historic structure is unsafe
pursuant to section 103.5 of the Standard Building Code, he shall immediately notify the HPC
of such findings. Where feasible within applicable laws and regulations, the building official
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shall endeavor to have the structure repaired rather than demolished and shall take into
consideration any comments and recommendations of the HPC. The HPC may take appropriate
actions to effect and accomplish preservation of such structure including, but not limited to,
negotiations with the owner and other interested parties, provided that such actions do not
interfere with procedures in Section 103 of the Standard Building Code.
Sec. 9.5-459. Appeals.
Appeals from decisions of the historic preservation commission under this Article shall be
pursuant to Chapter 9.5, Article XIV, of the Monroe County Code, except that where
Usecretary to the planning commission" and uplanning commission" are referred to in Article
XIV, those phrases shall be read as referring to the usecretary to the historic preservation
commission" and uhistoric preservation commission," respectively.
Sec. 9.5-460. Assignment of the Planning Director's Duties and Fees.
(a) The board of county commissioners may enter into an agreement with the Historic Florida
Keys Foundation (the Foundation) assigning to the Foundation, some or all of, the duties of
the planning director under this Article.
(b) The board of county commissioners may, by resolution, establish a schedule of fees for the
applications and appeals provided for in this Article.
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Section 3.
Section 9.5-144, M.C.C.. shall hereby read as follows:
Sec. 9.5-144. Nonconforming structures.
(a) Authority To Continue: A nonconforming structure devoted to a use permitted in the
land use district in which it is located may be continued in accordance with the
provisions of this section.
(b) Ordinary Repair and Maintenance: Normal maintenance and repair of registered
nonconforming structures may be performed.
(c) Enlargements and Extensions: Nonconforming structures which are used in a manner
conforming to the provisions of this chapter may be enlarged or extended provided that
the nonconformity is not further violated.
(d) Relocation: A nonconforming structure, other than an historic structure previously
listed on the National Register of Historic Places or the Florida Inventory of Historic
Places, or designated as historic by the board of county commissioners, shall not be
moved unless it thereafter shall conform to the regulations of the land use district in
which it is located.
(e) Termination:
(1) Abandonment: Where a nonconforming structure is abandoned for twelve (12)
consecutive months, then such structure shall be removed or converted to a
conforming structure.
(2) Damage or destruction:
a. Any part of a nonconforming structure which is damaged or destroyed to the
extent of less than fifty (50) percent of the fair market value of such structure
may be restored as of right if a building permit for reconstruction shall be issued
within six (6) months of the date of the damage.
b. Except as provided in article VIII, division 1, section 9.5-455, article VII, division
6, in regard to mobile homes, and section 9.5-267, any nonconforming structure
which is damaged or destroyed so as to require substantial improvement may be
repaired or restored only if the structure conforms to the provisions of the land
use district in which it is located. Fair market value shall be determined by
reference to the official tax assessment rolls for that year or by an appraisal by a
qualified independent appraiser. The extent of damage or destruction shall be
determined by the building official, in consultation with the director of planning,
by comparing the estimated cost of repairs or restoration with the fair market
value. (Ord. No. 33-1986, ~ 7-104; Ord. No. 40-1987, ~ 47)
Annotation - The intent of amendment 47, adding subsection (c), was to provide for limited
improvements to nonconforming structures, such as accessory use for single-family houses, i.e.,
carports, garages, swimming pools, etc. Existing subsections (c), (d) were redesignated (d), (e) by the
editor.
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Section 4.
Severability.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is held invalid,
the remainder of this Ordinance shall not be affected by such invalidity.
Section 5.
Repeal of inconsistent ordinance clauses.
All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed to
the extent of said conflict.
Section 6. Rescission of an existing Historic Property Designation.
Owners of properties currently listed on the Monroe County Register of Historical and
Cultural Landmarks are hereby given sixty (60) days after the enactment of this ordinance
to examine this Article and, if desired, rescind their historic designation without additional
expense to the property owner. During the sixty-day examination period, a written request
submitted to the planning department by certified mail, by the property owner, shall
constitute rescission. If the owner of a property designated historic before the enactment
of this ordinance does not rescind the designation within the sixty-day examination period,
the property shall retain its historic designation. At the conclusion of the sixty-day
examination period, an historic designation may only be rescinded in accordance with the
provisions of this ordinance.
Section 7. Inclusion in the Monroe County Code.
The provisions of this Ordinance shall be included and incorporated in the Code of
Ordinances of the County of Monroe, Florida, as an addition or amendment thereto, and
shall be appropriately renumbered to conform to the uniform numbering system of the
Code.
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Section 8.
Transmittal to state land planning agency for approval.
This Ordinance is hereby transmitted to the State Land Planning Agency for approval or
disapproval pursuant to F.S. 380.0552(9).
Section 9.
Effective date.
This Ordinance shall be filed in the Office of the Secretary of State of the State of Florida,
but shall not be deemed effective until approved by the State Land Planning Agency.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS of Monroe County, Florida,
at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 9 th day of
June
,1999.
Mayor Wilhelmina Harvey
Mayor Pro Tem Shirley Freeman
Commissioner George Neugent
Commissioner Nora Williams
Commissioner Mary Kay Reich
yes
yes
yes
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yes
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF MONROE COUNTY FLORIDA
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Mayor Wilhelmina Harvey
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ATTEST: DANNY L. KOLHAGE, CLERK
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Designated Historic Properties
in Monroe County
According to Chapter 9.5, Article VIII, of the Monroe County Code
(As of July 27, 2000)
IN UNINCORPORATED MONROE COUNTY:
Key Largo:
Key Largo Anglers Club, 50 Clubhouse Rd., Key Largo (approved by B.o.ee,
Nov. 29, 1993)
Tavernier:
Woods House, 140 Tavern Drive (approved by Ro.ee, March 20, 1996)
Roberts House, 140 Sunrise Drive (approved by B.o.ee, Nov. 12, 1996)
Old Tavern Tea Room, 91861 Overseas Highway (approved by Ro.ee, Nov.
12, 1996)
Tavernier Hotel, 91865 Overseas Highway (approved by B.o.ee, Nov. 12,
1996)
Former Standard Oil Gas Station, 91871 Overseas Highway (approved by
B.o.ee, Nov. 12, 1996)
Copper Kettle, 91875 Overseas Highway (approved by Ro.ee, Nov. 12, 1996)
Allen House, 133 Sunrise Drive (approved by B.o.ee, Nov. 12, 1996)
Pinder-Albury House, 132 Tavern Drive (approved by Ro.ee, May 20, 1997)
Merlin Albury House, 91731 Overseas Highway (approved by Ro.ee, Aug.
19, 1997)
Tavernier Methodist Church, 91701 Overseas Highway (approved by B.o.ee,
Aug. 19, 1997)
136 Tavern Drive (approved by Ro.ee, Nov. 12, 1997)
Lowe House, 91770 Overseas Highway (approved by Ro.ee, Nov. 12, 1997)
Designated Historic Properties
July 27, 2000
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181 Coconut Row (approved by B.o.C.C., Nov. 12, 1997)
Wilkinson House, 159 Tavernier Trail (approved by B.o.c.c., Nov. 12, 1997)
122 Lowe St. (approved by B.o.c.c., Nov. 12, 1997)
120 Tavern Drive (approved by B.o.C.C., Nov. 12, 1997)
Planter Settlement Site (approved by B.o.c.c., November 10, 1999)
Old Tavernier School, 148 Georgia St. (approved by B.o.c.c., July 27, 2000)
Indian Key:
Indian Key (also on National Register of Historic Places; approved by B.o.C.C.,
March 20, 1996)
Lignum Vitae Key:
Lignum Vitae Key (also on National Register of Natural History Landmarks;
approved by B.o.c.c., March 20, 1996)
Conch Key:
Hodgman House, 469 S. Conch Ave., Conch Key (approved by B.o.C.C., March
20, 1996)
Pigeon Key:
Pigeon Key Historic District (also on National Register of Historic Places;
approved by B.o.C.C., Dec. 21, 1993)
Bridges:
Overseas Railroad Bridges and Viaduct (Long Key, Seven Mile, & Bahia
Honda) (also on National Register of Historic Places; approved by
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MONROE COUNTY
HISTORICPRESERV ATION COMMISSION
RULES OF PROCEDURE
1.0 State and County law mandate the following:
1.1 Chapter 9.5, Art VIII, Section 9.5-451 through 9.5-460 (Ordinance
No. 22-1999) establishes the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC),
defines its powers and duties, establishes standards for qualifying
members, sets the length of terms, mandates the election of officers,
and requires regular meetings during the course of the year.
1.2 Chapter 286, Florida Statutes (lithe Sunshine law") governs all
public bodies in the state, including the HPC, requiring, at minimum
that public notice be given in advance of all meetings, that meetings be
open to the public, that meetings be accessible to the handicapped, that
local public officials disclose ex parte communication, that members of
boards not abstain from voting unless there is a possible conflict of
interest, and that minutes be kept of meetings.
1.3 Section 9.5-45, Monroe County Code, provides for additional
requirement in giving Notice prior to meetings.
1.4 Section 9.5-46(c), Monroe County Code, provides for additional
requirements in conducting Public Hearings.
1.5 Chapter 112, Florida Statutes, provides further clarification
regarding conflicts of interest.
2.0 The Florida Certified Local Government (CLG) Program, administered
by the Florida Bureau of Historic Preservation, sets voluntary standards for
local governments implementing historic preservation programs. To the
extent practicable, the HPC shall follow the recommendations of the CLG
program.
3.0 Other requirements:
3.1 Commission members shall receive agendas and information
on items to be discussed at meetings at least five days prior to meetings.
3.2 A quorum shall consist of three HPC members.
4.0 For procedures not covered by these rules, the HPC shall follow the
rules contained in the current edition of Robert's Rules of Order.
HARlM
ARCHITECTS
November 25, 1999
George Born
Florida Keys Foundation
510 Green Street
Key West, Florida 33040
Re: Appointment to the Historic Preservation Committee
Dear George,
It was a pleasure for me to meet you, albeit via telephone, and to learn that I had been
appointed by the Monroe County Board of Commissioners to the Historic Preservation
Committee. I look forward to serving in that position.
In lieu of the resume you have requested, I am forwarding herewith my firm's brochure
which contains a representative sampling of my architectural work from 1967 to 1996.
Some twenty-nine additional projects completed during the last four and one-half years,
mostly custom residential work, will be incorporated into the brochure if! ever find the
time to do so.
In addition, the following data concerning my personal, educational and professional
history may be of interest:
1. Birthplace/Birthdate: Brooklyn, New York/June 5, 1936;
2. Education: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from the
University of Miami, Florida;
3. Professional Registration: State of Florida #4086 - 1964;
4. Professional History: Harum Architects was established June 5, 1967 in
Coral Gables, Florida. Offices were relocated to Key Largo, Florida in
1981;
5. Preservation Projects: Additions and Renovations to the Country Club of
Coral Gables, an "historically significant" structure built in 1924/Project
Cost - $4,200,000.
Continued. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . ..
95700 OVERS},AS hIGHWAY' KEY LA RGO . FLORIDA 33037' TEL: 305 852 8699 . FAX: 305852 0023
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George Born
November 25, 1999
Should any additional information be required, please do not hesitate to call. I look
forward to meeting you personally.
Sincerely,
HARUM ARCHITECTS
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Curriculum Vitae
Diane Elizabeth Silvia
Birth:
19780 Date Palm Drive
Cudjoe Key, Florida 33042
August 7, 1956
Phone: (305) 745-6545
Address:
SSN: 261-25-7876
Education
1982: Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida.
Bachelor of Arts, 1978; Major: Anthropology.
Master of Arts, 1982; Major: Anthropology.
1988 - present: Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Doctoral Program, Major: Anthropology (French exam and dissertation
submittal remain).(Academic Scholarship, Research Assistantship, Grader for
Linguistics).
Employment and Relevant Experience
. 1998- present: City of Key West, Historic Preservation Planner
1997- 1998: Submerged Cultural Resources Assessment Project (SCRAP), FKNMS (P. I.:
David WhalI).
1990- present: Cultural Resources - proprietor, Private Consulting Company.
1997 (September) Survey and Test Excavations at the Muir/Channel Wreck, NAS Key
West, Naval Historical Center (P.L's: Robert Neyland and Roger Smith).
1997 (August) Assessment of submerged cultural resources in the Dry Tortugas,
Submerged Cultural Resources Unit (SCRU), NPS (P.L: Larry Murphy).
1990-1995: Researcher and Lecturer in Anthropology. The University of South Alabama.
Long term excavations at the French Colonial settlement, Old Mobile, as well as
investigations at a number of other sites in SW Alabama(P.L: Gregory Waselkov).
1982-1988: Periodically at the University of South Alabama in a variety of capacities that
included, Part-time Lecturer and Researcher for projects in archaeology and cultural
anthropology.
1981-1987: Harvard Peabody Museum, Lower Mississippi Survey on survey and
excavation projects in Mississippi and Louisiana, (P.Ls: Jeffrey P. Brain, Ian W.
Brown, Tristram R. Kidder, and Stephen Williams).
1980-1981: Archaeological Services, Laramie, Wyoming. Staff Archaeologist, numerous
cultural resource assessment surveys and mitigation projects in the Red Desert and
Big Horn Basin, (PJ.: John Greer).
Master's Thesis
1982 An Ecological Approach to Settlement Patterns in the Red Desert, South-Central Wyoming,
Utilizing Data Obtained from the Wamsutter Block Area Survey.
Dissertation (in preparation)
Indian and French Interaction in Colonial Louisiana during the Early Eighteenth Century.
Steven L. Johnson, AlA
Director of Architectural Services
The Argonaut Group
3900 South Roosevelt, Key West, Florida 33040 (305) 292-4800
Mr. Johnson has more than thirty years of diverse and comprehensive architectural experience.
A large portion of his professional background has been in supervisory and managerial
positions involving all phases of planning, design, production and construction. His proven
record of successfully completed projects and award winning design involves a wide range of
building types, budgets and technical difficulty. These building types include residential,
municipal, historical, commercial, institutional and transportation projects. These projects
ranged in size from 1 to 72 stories, the largest project at a cost of $180 million.
Prior to joining Argonaut in 1996, Steve was associated with a Key West architectural firm for
four years with extensive local involvement and interest in historical renovation and
preservation. Before Key West, Steve was with JPJ Architects in Dallas, where he was an
Associate Principal and Design Architect for twelve years involving major projects throughout
the nation. As head of Architectural Design for Argonaut, the company is able to quickly and
efficiently perform preliminary architectural and planning studies including land and site plans,
space planning, all types of real estate improvements, and amenities. These internal studies
enable the other members of the Argonaut Group to effectively underwrite and analyze project
feasibility and the required modifications.
At a final determination to undertake a project, Mr. Johnson selects the architectural and
engineering firms for preparation of contract drawings. His experience and capability is
considered important to the Group as his responsibility continues through the development
document process to the completion of the project.
Currently, the Group's Architectural Design division is concluding the 1,100 unit Key West
SeaSide Planned Community in coordination with a very professional and experienced local
Architectural firm. Other projects in various stages of planning and development are located in
the western United States, the Caribbean, Mexico, and Europe.
Mr. Johnson is a registered Architect in Florida and Arkansas, and recently served as a
Commissioner on the Key West Historic Architectural Review Commission (HARC) for four
years. Representation on HARC has been a keynote of his personal business and pleasure. As
a result of his keen insight and knowledge of historic preservation the Mayor of Key West
recently awarded him a special commendation publicly for his services.
Steve is a proud member of:
.
American Institute of Architects
.
Governmental Affairs Committee of the Key West Chamber of Commerce
DEANNA LLOYD
Objective: A position in a dynamic work environment where community
development projects take a major role.
Finance:
Fund-Raising:
Non-Profit
Management:
Community
Development:
Personal Attributes:
· Multi-task oriented
. Highly self-motivated
. Persistent
· Civic-minded and an advocate of community needs
Professional Strengths
Administered $30 million FEMA projects.
*Result: Tracked program expenditure and reporting
requirements to assure program compliance.
Administered a number of grant programs and monitored
grants for Monroe County since 1990. *Result: Insured
grant program compliance.
Secured initial funding for the Scenic Highway Project
*Result: Leveraged additional funding from local
government and the Department of Transportation.
Served as liaison between Monroe County non-profit
agencies and the Board of County Commissioners
*Result: Streamlined funding application process.
Composed the Funding and Community Service Component
of the Department of Children and Family Services 5-year ,
plan. *Result: Created a mission oriented mini-grant
program to allocate funding to local community groups.
1665 Canal Street, Big Pine Key, FL 33043 Phone 305,872.2098
1986-present
1968-1972
1973-1999
1 9~8-present
1995-present
1997-present
1999-present
Employment
Board of County Commissioners, Monroe County
*Grants Senior Administrator 1990- present
*Planning Commission Coordinator 1989-1990
*Building Department Office Manager 1988-1989
*Building Department Clerk 1986-1988
Education
Ohio University - Elementary Education
Florida Keys Community College
St. Leo University
Ohio University - Specialized Studies
Athens, OH
Key West, FL
Key West, FL
Affiliations
Florida Keys Scenic Highway Committee
Historic Florida Keys Foundation Board of Directors
Harry S. Truman Little White House Advisory Board
1665 Canal Street, Big Pine Key, FL 33043 Phone 305.872.2098
GEORGE W. BORN .
1205 Newton Street, Unit 3, Key West, Florida 33040, 295-0276
EXPERIENCE:
1996-present Historic Florida Keys Foundation, Inc., Key West
Historic Preservationist
· Helped manage historic, state-owned properties (Old City Hall, Armory,
Little White House)
· Wrote newsletters and brochures about historic preservation
· Administered annual Preservation Awards program
· Helped prepare Monroe County historic preservation ordinance
· Served as staff Monroe County Historic Preservation Commission
· Successfully applied for state and federal grants
· Gave tours of the historic Key West Cemetery
· Attended Key West's HARC meetings
Summer 1995 Greater Portland Landmarks, Portland, Maine
Architectural Surveyor
· Identified and photographed historic buildings in Westbrook, Maine
Summer 1994 Country Workshops, Marshall, North Carolina
Intern
· Studied traditional woodworking with hand tools
Summer 1992 Schooner Harvey Gamage, coastal New England
Sail Training Instructor
· Taught maritime history to high school cadets
1989-1990 National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution
Washington, D.C.
Registration Technician
1987-1989 Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
Archives Technician
Summer 1986 National Trust for Historic Preservation, Northeast Regional Office
Intern
· Prepared report in the impacts of tourism in Putnam County, New York
Summers 1982-83 Society for the Preservation of Historic Landmarks in York County, Yark,
Maine
Museum Interpreter
EDUCATION:
1994-1996
University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont
M.S., Historic Preservation
1983-1987
Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
A.B., History of Art and Architecture