Item 6C - 870 University Ave - DemolitionAgenda Item # 6C Page 1
M E M O R A N D U M
August 3, 2016
TO: Landmarks Board
FROM: Lesli Ellis, Comprehensive Planning Manager
Debra Kalish, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Marcy Cameron, Historic Preservation Planner
James Hewat, Senior Historic Preservation Planner
William Barnum, Historic Preservation Intern
SUBJECT: Public hearing and consideration of a demolition permit application
for the house and accessory building located at 870 University Ave.,
non-landmarked buildings over 50 years old, pursuant to Section 9-
11-23, Boulder Revised Code 1981 (HIS2016-00103).
STATISTICS:
1. Site: 870 University Ave.
2. Date of Construction: 1922
3. Zoning: RL-1
4. Existing House Size: 1,924 sq. ft. (approx.)
5. Lot Size: 7,056 sq. ft.
6. Owner/Applicant: 870 University Ave., LLC / Chris Gray
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Planning, Housing and Sustainability Department (PH&S) recommends that the
Landmarks Board adopt the following motion:
I move that the Landmarks Board approve the demolition permit application for the building
located at 870 University Ave. finding that, due to a loss of architectural integrity, the property is
not eligible for landmark designation, and adopt the staff memorandum dated August 3, 2016, as
the findings of the board. The Landmarks Board recommends that prior to issuance of the
demolition permit, staff require the applicant to submit to CP&S staff for recording with Carnegie
Library:
1. A site plan showing the location of all existing improvements on the subject property;
2. Measured elevation drawings of all faces of the buildings depicting existing conditions,
fully annotated with architectural details and materials indicated on the plans.
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Should the board choose to issue a stay-of-demolition, a 180-day stay period would
expire on Oct. 29, 2016. If the board chooses to place a stay of demolition on the
application, staff recommends the following motion language:
I move that the Landmarks Board issue a stay of demolition for the building located at 870
University Ave., for a period not to exceed 180 days from the day the permit application was
accepted by the city manager, findings listed below, in order to explore alternatives to demolition
of the building.
1. The property may be eligible for individual landmark designation based upon its historic
and architectural significance;
2. The property contributes to the character of the neighborhood as an intact representative of
the area’s past;
3. It has not been demonstrated to be impractical or economically unfeasible to rehabilitate
the building.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On April 13, 2016, the Planning, Housing and Sustainability Department received a
demolition permit application for the house and detached garage at 870 University Ave.
The buildings are not in a designated historic district nor locally landmarked, but are
over 50 years old and the action proposed meets the definition of “Demolition
(Historic)” found in Section 9-16-1, B.R.C. 1981. On April 27, 2016, the Landmarks design
review committee (Ldrc) referred the application to the Landmarks Board for a public
hearing, finding there was “probable cause to believe that the building may be eligible
for designation as an individual landmark” and that the proposed alteration would
constitute a significant impact or detrimental effect to a potentially historic resource.
PURPOSE OF THE BOARD’S REVIEW
Pursuant to section 9-11-23(d)(2), B.R.C. 1981, demolition requests for all buildings built
prior to 1940 requires review by the Ldrc. The Ldrc is comprised of two members of the
Landmarks Board and a staff member. If, during the course of its review, the Ldrc
determines that there is “probable cause to consider the property may be eligible for
designation as an individual landmark,” the issuance of the permit is stayed for up to 60
days from the date a completed application was accepted and the permit is referred to
the board for a public hearing.
If the Landmarks Board finds that the building proposed for demolition may have
significance under the criteria in subsection (f) of Section 9-11-23, B.R.C. 1981, the
application shall be suspended for a period not to exceed 180 days from the date the
permit application was accepted by the city manager as complete in order to provide the
time necessary to consider alternatives to the building demolition. If imposed, a 180-day
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stay period would start when the completed application was accepted by the city
manager (May 2, 2016, when the Landmarks Board fee was paid) and expire on Oct. 29,
2016. Section 9-11-23 (g) and (h), B.R.C. 1981.
DESCRIPTION
The property is located on the south side of University Avenue between 8th and 9th
streets in the Buena Vista Heights Addition within the identified potential Expanded
Highland Lawn historic district, west of the identified potential University Hill local and
national historic district, and half a block north of the Columbia Cemetery National
Register Historic District. The 7,056 square foot lot contains a 1,924 square foot house
with an alley bordering the southern property line. A 236 square foot frame shed is
located at the southwest corner of the lot.
Figure 1. Location Map showing 870 University Ave.
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Figure 2. North Elevation (façade), 870 University Ave., 2016.
Originally constructed in 1922, the one-story, hipped roof-dominated house at 870
University Ave. was significantly remodeled in 1987 with the construction of a second
story and rear addition. The 1987 design referenced the original Craftsman elements
through its roof form and tapered window surrounds. Remaining features from the 1922
house include the entry, with a centrally located door, clipped gable overhang supported
by triangular braces, and entry stairs, original window openings on the first story, and 4-
over-1 double-hung windows with tapered surrounds. A low, shed and clipped roof
portion of the building wraps the southeast corner of the building and appears to have
been original to the construction of the building. This portion of the building appears on
the 1929 tax assessor card and features a side entrance and original doors and windows.
The south (rear) elevation has been obscured by the 1987 addition.
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Figure 3. Northeast Elevation, 870 University Ave., 2016.
Figure 4. South Elevation, 870 University Ave., 2016.
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Figure 5. Southwest Corner, 870 University Ave., 2016.
Figure 6. Southeast Corner, Accessory Building, 2016
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Figure 7. Southwest Corner, Accessory Building, 2016
An accessory building is located on the southwest corner of the property and was likely
constructed at the same time as the house. The one-story stuccoed building features a
low pitched gable roof with exposed rafters, and a contemporary pedestrian door and
casement window on the north (interior) elevation. The east, south (alley) and west
elevations do not have openings. The tax assessor card notes a private garage was
located on the property and that the garage was extended 4’ in 1958. The building no
longer retains evidence of the garage door opening. The accessory building was
approved for demolition in 2007, and building permit records indicate the building was
clad in stucco in 2008.
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Figure 8. Tax Assessor Photo, University Ave., c. 1929.
Figure 9. Existing roof plan showing modifications to the building.
The National Park Service’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties states
that, “changes to a property that have acquired historic significance in their own right
will be retained and preserved.” The alterations to this building were made
approximately 30 years ago and are not considered to have historic or architectural merit
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on their own. While the first level of the original building remains, the resulting loss of
original fabric weakens the property’s architectural integrity as a representative turn-of
the-twentieth-century Craftsman Bungalow inspired house.
Condition
The house appears to be in good condition, with no significant damage evident. No
information had been provided on the interior and structural condition of the house.
SCOPE OF DEMOLITION
Section 9-17 Definitions, B.R.C., 1981 defines “Demolition (Historic)” as the removal of
more than 50% of the roof, more than 50% of the exterior walls, or the removal of a
street-facing wall. The demolition permit application proposes the removal of a street-
facing wall. See Figure 10. Existing and Proposed Elevations.
Figure 10. Existing (left) and Proposed North Elevations, 870 University Ave. Shaded area on
existing drawing shows scope of demolition.
Staff considers that due to the extent of alterations to the building, notably the addition
of a second story in 1987, the house is no longer eligible for designation as an individual
landmark. As such, the proposed alterations would not have a significant impact or
detrimental effect on a potential historic resource in the city.
PROPERTY HISTORY
The house is located within the Buena Vista Heights addition, which was originally part
of Marinus Smith’s sizable landholdings in eastern Boulder. Due to the vast size of his
estate and the number of potential heirs, a legal battle over inheritance followed Smith’s
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death in 19021. The suit, Della M. Eschenburg et al. vs. Herbert M. Smith et al., resulted in an
agreement to plat many of Smith’s lands into new subdivisions, the lots of which were
then parceled out to the various parties2. As part of this settlement, 870 University was
deeded to the Harrington family3. In 1922, Jessie L. Harrington, widow of George W.
Harrington, sold it to Sophrona “Frona” McNair and her daughter Madge. They held the
property for just over three months before deeding the property to Edward B. Bain,
husband of Jeannette Allen (McNair) Bain, Frona’s daughter. The original house, a one
story Craftsman inspired bungalow, was constructed in 1922.
Edward B. Bain was born on March 1st, 1887, in Clinton, Missouri, the son of John and
Mattie Bain4. John was born in Ireland, emigrated to the U.S. in 1872, while Mattie was
born in Canada, immigrating in 18765. They married in 1884, and by 1900 had moved to
Denver with Edward6. By 1910, Edward had moved to Salina, a small mining town near
Boulder, where he worked as a salesman at a grocery7. He took over ownership of J. O.
Mercantile, a general store in Salina on May 19, 1916, and ran it until November, 1918,
when he joined the United States Army8. Bain was assigned to the Army Air Service,
and, after 60 days basic training in Colorado Springs, trained at the radio school at
Kelley Field, near San Antonio, Texas9. He served with the 145th Headquarters Squadron,
receiving promotion to Sergeant in February, 1919. The First World War having ended
shortly after he joined, Bain was discharged on June 14, 1919. Just over a year later, on
July 25, 1920, he married Jeannette McNair in Denver10.
Jeannette Allen McNair Bain was born in 1893 in Mason City, Iowa to John and
Sophrona McNair 11. In 1909, the McNairs moved to Boulder to take advantage of the
educational opportunities for Jeannette and her sister Madge12. Jeannette attended the
Boulder Preparatory School and two years at the University of Colorado13. She then
taught elementary school at Saguache and Salina for one year each, and in Boulder for
two years, one of which was spent at Highland Elementary School14.
1 Simmons, R. Laurie and Christine Whitacre, 1989 Boulder Survey of Historic Places: Highland Lawn. City of Boulder, 1989.
2 “Map of the Lands Belonging to the Heirs of Marinus G. Smith, Dec.” May, 1902. Boulder Carnegie Library.
3 Ibid.
4 Daily Camera, “Obituaries: Edward Bain”, January 20, 1975. Boulder Carnegie Library.
5United States of America, Bureau of the Census, Twelfth Census of the United States. 1900. Ancestry.com.
6 Ibid.
7 United States of America, Bureau of the Census, Thirteenth Census of the United States. 1910. Ancestry.com
8 Photo Caption, Boulder Carnegie Library.
9 Daily Camera, “Miss Jeanette A. McNair and Edward Bain Married.” July 26, 1920. Boulder Carnegie Library
10 Ibid.
11 “Miss Jeanette A. McNair and Edward Bain Married”
12 Daily Camera, “Services will be Held Thursday for Mrs. McNair.” September 22, 1943. Boulder Carnegie Library.
13 “Miss Jeanette A. McNair and Edward Bain Married”
14 Ibid.
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Figure 11. Jeannette Bain, 1934. Photo
Courtesy of the Boulder Carnegie Library
Figure 12. Edward Bain, 1942. Boulder
Carnegie Library.
Following her marriage to Edward, Jeannette was
highly active in numerous local, regional, and national
women’s organizations, and held several prominent
positions. She served as president of the Boulder
Woman’s Club from 1930 until 1932, and was elected
president of the Northern District of the Colorado
Federation of Women’s Clubs (CFWC) in 1934, serving
as president from 1944 until 1947.15 She was appointed
Treasurer of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union
of Colorado in 1955. She was regent of the Arapahoe
Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR),
Regent of the Colorado State Society, DAR, from 1965
until 1967, and Vice President General of the national
DAR from 1965 until 196816. She also taught Sunday
school for the First Presbyterian Church for 15 years,
and was organizing president of the United
Presbyterian Women’s Association17. She died on April
23, 1988, at the age of 94.
Edward Bain worked at Graham Furniture, located in
the Ehrlich Building at 1407 Pearl St.18 Starting as an
assistant manager, he would eventually become owner
and president of the company in 1944.19 Edward was
active as a Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 75 of
Boulder for 12 years, receiving the Silver Beaver, a high
honor for Scout masters, in 1943. He was a member of
the American Legion for 52 years, and the Boulder
Rotary Club for 39. He retired as president of Graham
Furniture in 1965, and died ten years later on January
18th, 1975, at the age of 87.20 The Bains had one son,
Edward McNair Bain, Jr., who served as an officer in
the U.S. Navy and lived at 870 University until 1946.
15 Mrs. Edward Bain Elected State Federation Head.”; Daily Camera, “Mrs. Edward Bain Elected Northern District President.” April
28, 1934. Boulder Carnegie Library; The Colorado Club Woman, “Mrs. Edward Bain Candidate for Treasurer CFWC.” Boulder
Carnegie Library.
16
17 Daily Camera, “Obituaries: Jeannette A. Bain.” 28 April, 1988. Boulder Carnegie Library.
18 Ibid.
19 Daily Camera, “Mrs. Edward Bain Elected State Federation Head.” September 20, 1944. Boulder Carnegie Library.
20 “Obituaries: Edward Bain”
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The Bains lived at 870 University Ave. until 1960, when they moved to a new house at
400 Christmas Tree Drive. They retained ownership of 870 University Ave. and rented
the house out until 1974, when it was sold to the First National Bank.
The property was purchased by David S. and Elaine Ogle, a retired couple, in 1975. They
were the sole occupants until 1978, when two additional rental units were created out of
the house. The Ogles rented these to various tenants, before the house passed to David
H. and Penelope Ogle in 1979. Over the following four decades, the property passed
through five owners, each owning the property for less than 10 years. The current
owner, 870 University Ave., LLC, purchased the property in 2014.
CRITERIA FOR THE BOARD’S DECISION:
Section 9-11-23(f), B.R.C. 1981, provides that the Landmarks Board “shall consider and
base its decision upon any of the following criteria:
(1) The eligibility of the building for designation as an individual landmark
consistent with the purposes and standards in Sections 9-11-1 and 9-11-2,
B.R.C. 1981;
(2) The relationship of the building to the character of the neighborhood as an
established and definable area;
(3) The reasonable condition of the building; and
(4) The reasonable projected cost of restoration or repair.
In considering the condition of the building and the projected cost of restoration
or repair as set forth in paragraphs (f)(3) and (f)(4) …, the board may not consider
deterioration caused by unreasonable neglect.
As detailed below, staff does not consider this property to be potentially eligible for
designation as an individual landmark.
CRITERION 1: INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK ELIGIBILITY
The following is a result of staff's research of the property relative to the significance
criteria for individual landmarks as adopted by the Landmarks Board on Sept. 17, 1975.
See Attachment E: Individual Landmark Significance Criteria
HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE:
Summary: The house located at 870 University Ave. meets historic significance under
criterion 1 and 2.
1. Date of Construction: 1922
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Elaboration: The tax assessor card lists the date of construction as 1922 and the address
first appears in the 1923 city directory.
2. Association with Persons or Events: Jeannette and John Bain
Elaboration: Jeannette Bain was president of the Colorado Federation of Women’s
clubs, vice president general of the national Daughters of the American Revolution,
and held several other noteworthy positions in local, state, and national women’s
organizations. John Bain was owner and president of Graham Furniture, a prominent
local business, from 1944 until 1965. They lived at 870 University Ave. from its
construction in 1922 until 1960, a period of 38 years.
3. Development of the Community: University Hill/Highland Lawn
Elaboration: The house is typical of houses constructed in the 1910s and 1920s, when
the University Hill neighborhood was growing. The expansion of the house into a
multi-unit dwelling illustrates the long-term change in the character of University
Hill from low-density single family areas to higher density rental ones.
4. Recognition by Authorities: Front Range Research Associates, Inc.
Elaboration: The 1995 Historic Building Inventory Form notes that “Although the
house has been extensively remodeled, it is notable for its original details, which
include its half-timbering, slanted surrounds, and 4/1 light windows.” There is no
historical background information on the survey, and it was not found to have
specific architectural or historic significance.
ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE:
Summary: Due to extensive remodeling, the house located at 870 University Ave. is no longer
architecturally significant.
1. Recognized Period or Style: Bungalow Style
Elaboration: Though originally an excellent example of modest Craftsman
Bungalow house construction in Boulder , extensive alterations have diminished its
significance. The 1987 addition of a full second story has significantly impacted the
original one-story roof-dominated form and character of the house.
2. Architect or Builder of Prominence: Unknown
3. Artistic Merit: The alterations to this property have diminished the artistic merits of
its original construction.
4. Example of the Uncommon: None observed.
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5. Indigenous Qualities: None observed.
ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE:
Summary: The house is not environmentally significant.
1. Site Characteristics: Residential Historic Character
Elaboration: The house is located on the south side of University Avenue between 8th
and 9th streets. It is located within the identified potential Expanded Highland Lawn
historic district, west of the identified potential University Hill local and national
historic district, and half a block north of the Columbia Cemetery National Register
Historic District.
2. Compatibility with Site: Residential Historic Character
Elaboration: While the house retains the original front and side yard setbacks, the
house itself no longer contributes to the historic residential character of the
neighborhood.
3. Geographic Importance: None observed.
4. Environmental Appropriateness: None observed.
5. Area Integrity: The property is located within the identified Potential Expanded
Highland Lawn Historic District, which retains a high degree of historic integrity to
the original development of that neighborhood, however, because of the extent of
remodeling, staff does not consider the house would contribute to the potential
historic district.
CRITERION 2: RELATIONSHIP TO THE CHARACTER OF THE
NEIGHBORHOOD:
Extensive alterations to this house have diminished its architectural, historic and
environmental integrity. It is no longer contributing to the neighborhood.
CRITERION 3: CONDITION OF THE BUILDING:
Little information has yet been provided regarding the condition of the building.
Externally, the house and accessory building appear to be in good condition.
CRITERION 4: PROJECTED COST OF RESTORATION OR REPAIR:
No information has been submitted regarding the cost of restoration or repair.
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NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENT:
Staff has received no comment to date from the public on this matter.
THE BOARD’S DECISION:
If the Landmarks Board finds that the building to be demolished does not have
significance under the criteria set forth in section 9-11-23(f), B.R.C. 1981, the city manager
shall issue a demolition permit.
If the Landmarks Board finds that the building to be demolished may have significance
under the criteria set forth above, the application shall be suspended for a period not to
exceed 180 days from the date the permit application was accepted by the city manager
as complete in order to provide the time necessary to consider alternatives to the
demolition of the building. Section 9-11-23(h), B.R.C. 1981. A 180-day stay period
would expire on October 29, 2016.
FINDINGS:
Staff recommends that the Landmarks Board adopt the following findings:
Issuance of a demolition permit for the house and accessory buildings at 870 University
Ave. is appropriate based on the criteria set forth in Section 9-11-23(f), B.R.C. 1981 in
that:
1. While the property possesses historic significance, it is not eligible for individual
landmark designation as the extensive alterations, including a full second-story
addition, have compromised its historic and architectural integrity;
2. The property does not contribute to the character of the neighborhood, due to the
extent of alterations.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Current Photographs
Attachment B: Boulder County Tax Assessor Card c. 1929
Attachment C: Historic Building Inventory Form
Attachment D: Deed & Directory Research
Attachment E: Significance Criteria for Individual Landmarks
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Attachment A: Current Photographs
Photo 1. North Elevation (façade), 870 University Ave., 2016.
Photo 2. Northeast Corner, 870 University Ave., 2016.
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Photo 3. South Elevation (rear), 870 University Ave., 2016.
Photo 4. Southeast Corner, 870 University Ave., 2016.
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Photo 5. Southeast Corner, Accessory Building, 870 University Ave., 2016.
Photo 5. Southeast Corner, Accessory Building, 870 University Ave., 2016.
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Attachment B: Boulder County Tax Assessor Card c. 1929 - 1966
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Attachment C: Historic Building Inventory Form
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Photo from Historic Building Inventory Record, 1989.
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Attachment D: Deed & Directory Research
Owner (Deeds) Date Occupant(s)/Directory
Madge and Frona
McNair
3/2/22 – 6/21/22
1922
Bain, Edward
5/19/22 – 11/6/74
1923-60 *first appears Bain, Edward (Jeannette A.), Graham
Furniture Co.
1960 Posphala, Steve J. (Bertha M), electrician.
1961-62 Hill, Robert D. (Joan M.), Student
1963-74 Sharp, Betty A. (Widow of Floyd) retired.
First National
Bank
11/06/74 – 6/2/75
1975 Vacant
David S. and
Elaine Ogle
6/2/75 - 1979
1976 -78 Ogle, David S. (Elaine), Retired.
1978 Ogle, David S. (Elaine); A – Jacobs, Cindy;
B – Reynolds, R.
1979 Ogle, David S. (Elaine); A – Milkovich, Gary;
B – Schaefer, Priscillia.
David H. and
Penelope Ogle
1979 – 8/23/85
1980 Swenson, Pete; A – Behnke, Tom;
B – Veit, Chris
Christopher and
Stephen Soper
8/23/85 – 2/22/93
1985
Lora Thorne-
Smith
2/22/93 – 6/27/01
1993
Robert G. Taylor,
II
6/27/01 – 10/27/04
2001
Theodore A.
Hartridge
10/27/04 –
11/18/09
2004
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870 Boulder, LLC.
11/18/09
2009
Naren S. Tayal
11/18/09 – 3/7/14
2009
870 University
Ave, LLC
3/7/14 – present
2014
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Attachment E: Significance Criteria for Individual Landmarks
SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA
Individual Landmark
September 1975
On September 6, 1975, the City Council adopted Ordinance #4000 providing procedures
for the designation of Landmarks and Historic Districts in the City of Boulder. The
purpose of the ordinance is the preservation of the City’s permitted cultural, historic,
and architectural heritage. The Landmarks Board is permitted by the ordinance to adopt
rules and regulations as it deems necessary for its own organization and procedures.
The following Significance Criteria have been adopted by the board to help evaluate
each potential designation in a consistent and equitable manner.
Historic Significance
The place (building, site, area) should show character, interest or value as part of the
development, heritage, or cultural characteristics of the community, state or nation; be
the site of a historic, or prehistoric event that had an effect upon society; or exemplify the
cultural, political, economic, or social heritage of the community.
Date of Construction: This area of consideration places particular importance on the age
of the structure.
Association with Historical Persons or Events: This association could be national, state,
or local.
Distinction in the Development of the Community of Boulder: This is most applicable to
an institution (religious, educational, civic, etc) or business structure, though in some
cases residences might qualify. It stresses the importance of preserving those places
which demonstrate the growth during different time spans in the history of Boulder, in
order to maintain an awareness of our cultural, economic, social or political heritage.
Recognition by Authorities: If it is recognized by Historic Boulder, Inc. the Boulder
Historical Society, local historians (Barker, Crossen, Frink, Gladden, Paddock,
Schooland, etc), State Historical Society, The Improvement of Boulder, Colorado by F.L.
Olmsted, or others in published form as having historic interest and value.
Other, if applicable.
Architectural Significance
The place should embody those distinguishing characteristics of an architectural type
specimen, a good example of the common; be the work of an architect or master builder,
known nationally, state-wide, or locally, and perhaps whose work has influenced later
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development; contain elements of architectural design, detail, materials or craftsmanship
which represent a significant innovation; or be a fine example of the uncommon.
Recognized Period/Style: It should exemplify specific elements of an architectural
period/style, i.e.: Victorian, Revival styles, such as described by Historic American
Building Survey Criteria, Gingerbread Age (Maass), 76 Boulder Homes (Barkar), The
History of Architectural Style (Marcus/Wiffin), Architecture in San Francisco (Gebhard
et al), History of Architecture (Fletcher), Architecture/Colorado, and any other published
source of universal or local analysis of a style.
Architect or Builder of Prominence: A good example of the work of an architect or
builder who is recognized for expertise in his field nationally, state-wide, or locally.
Artistic Merit: A skillful integration of design, material, and color which is of excellent
visual quality and/or demonstrates superior craftsmanship.
Example of the Uncommon: Elements of architectural design, details, or craftsmanship
that are representative of a significant innovation.
Indigenous Qualities: A style or material that is particularly associated with the Boulder
area.
Other, if applicable.
Environmental Significance
The place should enhance the variety, interest, and sense of identity of the community
by the protection of the unique natural and man-made environment.
Site Characteristics: It should be of high quality in terms of planned or natural
vegetation.
Compatibility with Site: Consideration will be given to scale, massing placement, or
other qualities of design with respect to its site.
Geographic Importance: Due to its unique location or singular physical characteristics, it
represents an established and familiar visual feature of the community.
Environmental Appropriateness: The surroundings are complementary and/or it is
situated in a manner particularly suited to its function.
Area Integrity: Places which provide historical, architectural, or environmental
importance and continuity of an existing condition, although taken singularly or out of
context might not qualify under other criteria.