5A - Application to designate 1143 13th St. as a landmark (HIS2009-00106)
MEMORANDUM
August Sth, 2009
TO: Landmarks Board
FROM: Susan Richstone, Long Range Planning Manager
James Hewat, Historic Preservation Planner
Chris Meschuk, Historic Preservation Planner
Rebecca Wiener, Historic Preservation Intern
SUBJECT: Public hearing and consideration of an application to designate the
house and property at 1143 1311, Street as a local historic landmark, per Section 9-
11-5 of the Boulder Revised Code, 1981 (HIS2009-00106).
STATISTICS:
1. Site: 114313thStreet
2. Zoning: BMS (Business Main Street)
3. Owner/Applicant: Boulder Hilltop Properties, LLC
5. Date of construction: Original house 1894; demolished 1960s
Commercial Building Addition, 1926
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Landmarks Board adopt the following motion:
The Landmarks Board forward to City Council an application to designate the
commercial building at 1143131hStreet as a local historic landmark, to be known
as the Silver and Gold Cleaners/Payne's Shoe Shop, finding that it meets the
standards for individual landmark designation in Sections 9-11-1 and 9-11-2,
B.R.C., 1981 and adopts the staff memorandum including the following as
findings of the board:
FINDINGS
The Landmarks Board finds, based upon the application and evidence presented,
that the proposed landmark designation application for 1143 131h Street will be
consistent with the purposes and standards of the Historic Preservation
Ordinance, and:
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1. The proposed designation will protect, enhance, and perpetuate a building
and area of the City reminiscent of past eras, events, and persons important in
local, state, or national history and providing significant examples of
architectural styles of the past. (9-11-1(a), B.R.C. 1981)
2. The proposed designation will develop and maintain an appropriate setting
and environment for the building and areas to enhance property values,
stabilize neighborhoods, promote tourist trade and interest, and foster
knowledge of the City's living heritage. (9-11-1(a), B.R.C. 1981)
3. The proposed designation draws a reasonable balance between private
property rights and the public interest in preserving the City's cultural,
historic, and architectural heritage by ensuring that demolition of buildings
and structures important to that heritage will be carefully weighed with other
alternatives. (9-11-1(b), B.R.C. 1981)
This recommendation is based upon staff's opinion that the proposed
designation is consistent with the criteria specified in Section 9-11-5(c), B.R.C.
1981.
SUMMARY:
The purpose of this review is for the Board to determine whether the
proposed designation of 1143 13th Street conforms to the purposes and
standards of Sections 9-11-1 Legislative Intent and 9-11-2 City Council may
Designate Landmarks and Historic Districts of the Boulder Revised Code (BRC).
■ On June 2, 2009 Michael Boyers of Boulder Hilltop Properties, owner of the
property, submitted an application for individual landmark designation of
1143 1311, Street.
■ Because the application is being submitted by the property owners, an
initiation hearing is not required.
■ Staff recommends that the Board find that the designation of the house and
property at 114313th Street conforms with Sections 9-11-1 and 9-11-2 of the
Boulder Revised Code and recommend to City Council the approval of the
application for landmark designation, adopting this staff memorandum as
findings of the Board.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Located in the University Hill Business District on the west side of 1311, Street
south in Pennsylvania Avenue, the subject property is approximately 7,300 sq. ft.
u1 size. It is a one-story commercial building with concrete block walls covered
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with variegated shades of red brick. The building has two storefronts; the south
storefront has paired two light windows, while the north has a large multi-light
window. A center entrance is deeply inset between the two and an awning frame
extends across the front of the building. The south part of the roof holds an open
frame deck with a balustrade. The property is located on the west side of 13th
Street in the identified potential University Hill historic district.
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Research indicates that the site initially contained a two-story house that was
constructed in 1894 and was occupied by Eugene L. and Mary E. Callaway. They
lived in the house along with their son William, Mr. Callaway's mother Sarah A.
Detamore, and a lodger Jennie B. Ritchie. The property underwent a commercial
conversion in 1926 to include the constructed storefront space facing 1311, Street as
that thoroughfare transformed from a residential to commercial street. The
original house at the rear appears also to have been engaged in commercial
enterprises following this remodel until it was demolished after 1960.
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Figure 2. 1143 1311, Street during Payne's Shoe Shop tenancy, c. 1950
From its construction, the storefront spaces have hosted a variety of tenants.
Originally, the space was occupied by the Silver and Gold Cleaners, and later the
University Hill Shoe Shop, a post office station, the Armstead Scenic Company,
and the Buffalo Press. Payne's Shoe Shop did business from 1943 through the
1960s. Other firms in the building have included Stirling's, a maternity shop,
Judd Book and Record Shop, the University Shop (became Kinsley & Co) men's
clothing store from 1949 to 1957, and Regiment men's clothing store. From the
mid 1960s through the 1980s, Mattson's on the Hill, a women's clothing store,
operated in the building. Taylor's Bar and Grill and All the Rage Records were
housed here in the 1990s.
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Figure 3. 1143 13t'' Street, 2009
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The house to which the commercial storefronts were attached was demolished
sometime after 1960. It was replaced by a one-story warehouse addition in 1973.
In 1990 a rooftop deck was added. In the following years improvements were
made to the storefront windows, entrance doors, and front awnings. Despite
these alterations, the overall form of the building remains intact and its integrity
to the 1926 construction is relatively high. Plans for the redevelopment of the
property include restoration of the storefront to the c. 1949 tax assessor
photograph.
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Figure 4. Proposed rehabilitation and addition, 1143 131, Street
Plans for the redevelopment of the property call for the construction of a two-
story addition set back at least 20' from the 1926 storefront. These plans have
been reviewed and conditionally approved by the Landmarks design review
committee in anticipation of the designation of this property as an individual
landmark.
CRITERIA FOR THE BOARD'S DECISION:
Section 9-11-5(c) Public Hearing Before the Landmarks Board, of the Historic
Preservation Ordinance specifies that in their review of an application for local
landmark designation, "the Landmarks Board shall determine whether the
proposed designation conforms with the purposes and standards in Sections 9-
11-1 Legislative Intent, and 9-11-2 City Council May Designate Landmarks and
Historic Districts."
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9-11-1: Legislative Intent states:
(a) The purpose of this chapter is to promote the public health, safety, and
welfare by protecting, enhancing, and perpetuating buildings, sites, and
areas of the city reminiscent of past eras, events, and persons important in
local, state, or national history or provide Significant examples of
architectural styles of the past. It is also the purpose of this cliapter to
develop and maintain appropriate settings and environments for such
buildings, sites, and areas to enhance property values, stabilize
neighborhoods, promote tourist trade and interest, and foster knowledge
of the city's living heritage.
(b) The City Council does not intend by this chapter to preserve every old
building in the city but instead to draw a reasonable balance between
private property rights and the public interest in preserving the city's
cultural, historic, and architectural heritage by ensuring that demolition of
buildings and structures important to that heritage will be carefully
weighed with other alternatives and that alterations to such buildings and
structures and new construction will respect the character of each such
setting, not by imitating surrounding structures, but by being compatible
with them.
(c) The City Council intends that in reviewing applications for alterations to
and new construction on landmarks or structures in a historic district, the
Landmarks Board shall follow relevant city policies, including, without
limitation, energy-efficient design, access for the disabled, and creative
approaches to renovation.
9-11-2: City Council May Designate Landmarks and Historic Districts states:
(a) Pursuant to the procedures in this chapter the City Council may by
ordinance:
(1) Designate as a landmark an individual building or other
feature or an integrated group of structures or features on a
single lot or site having a special character and historical,
architectural, or aesthetic interest or value and designate a
landmark site for each landmark;
(2) Designate as a historic district a contiguous area containing a
number of sites, buildings, structures or features having a
special character and historical, architectural, or aesthetic
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interest or value and constituting a distinct section of the
city;
(3) Designate as a discontinuous historic district a collection of
sites, buildings, structures, or features which are contained
in two or more geographically separate areas, having a
special character and historical, architectural, or aesthetic
interest or value that are united together by historical,
architectural, or aesthetic characteristics; and
(4) Amend designations to add features or property to or from
the site or district.
(b) Upon designation, the property included in any such designation is
subject to all the requirements of this code and other ordinances of the
city.
To assist in the interpretation of the historic preservation ordinance, the
Landmarks Board has adopted significance criteria to use when evaluating
applications for individual landmarks. The criteria are included in Attachment C.
'f'he Board may approve, approve with modifications, or disapprove the
application. Findings must be adopted within 45 days of the hearing date.
Should the Board disapprove the application, the Board must notify City Council
of that action within fourteen days of the hearing date. City Council may call-up
a decision disapproving a designation. Should an application be disapproved,
the same application may not be submitted for a period of one year.
If the Board finds that the proposed designation conforms to Sections 9-11-1 and
9-11-2 of the code, it shall adopt specific findings and conclusions approving or
modifying and approving the application. If the Board approves the proposed
designation, the application will be forwarded to City Council (within 100 days)
for a public hearing.
Analysis:
Staff has identified the following as key issues related to this application:
A. Does the proposed application protect, enhance, and perpetuate buildings,
sites, and areas of the city reminiscent of past eras, events, and persons
important in local, state, or national history or providing significant examples
of architectural styles of the past?
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B. Does the proposed application develop and maintain appropriate settings
and environments for such buildings, sites, and areas to enhance property
values, stabilize neighborhoods, promote tourist trade and interest, and foster
knowledge of the City's living heritage?
C. The proposed designation draws a reasonable balance between private
property rights and the public interest in preserving the City's cultural,
historic, and architectural heritage by ensuring that demolition of buildings
and structures important to that heritage will be carefully weighed with other
alternatives. (9-11-1(b), B.R.C. 1981).
Historic Significance:
A. Does the proposed application protect, enhance, and perpetuate buildings, sites, and
areas of the city reminiscent of past eras, events, and persons important in local, state,
or national history or provide significant examples of architectural styles of the past?
Staff finds that the proposed application to landmark 114313th Street will protect,
enhance, and perpetuate a building, site, and area of the City reminiscent of past
eras, events, and persons important in local history and provide for an important
example of historic architecture to be preserved. Staff considers the application to
meet the historic criteria for individual landmark designation as outlined below:
Summary:. The building located at 114313th Street has historic significance under
criteria 1 and 3.
1. Date of Construction: 1926
The building is a relatively well-preserved example of early twentieth century
commercial construction, and is located in a prominent location in the University
Hill Business District.
2. Association with Persons or Events: None observed
3. Development of the Community:
For nearly eighty years the storefront at 1143 1311, Street has served the
University Hill community. Originally many of the sites on this block were
residential, but during a surge of growth in the late 1920s residents of 1311'
Street began converting their houses to commercial uses. Typically this was
done by "wrapping" the buildings with business additions. This particular
property survives as an early example commercial corridor that emerged
along 131h Street. The transformation of residential buildings on 1311i Street
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significantly altered the neighborhood character, and transformed The Hill
into a popular site for student gatherings and celebrations.
This trend of "wrapping" existing houses with additions intended for
commercial uses resulted in many hill residents to limit the area to which
commercial uses occurred. These concerns were reflected in the adoption of
Boulder's first zoning ordinance in 1928, which zoned the area between 131h,
College and Broadway as commercial.
Architectural Significance:
Staff finds that the proposed application would maintain appropriate settings
and environments for such buildings, sites, and areas to enhance properly
values, stabilize neighborhoods, promote tourist trade and interest, and foster
knowledge of the City's living heritage. Staff considers the application to meet
the historic and architectural criteria for individual landmark designation as
outlined below:
Summary
1. Recognized Period or Style: Early Twentieth-Century Commercial
The building at 114313th Street exhibits stylistic characteristics of the Early
Twentieth Century Commercial storefront model. Buildings of this type
usually have flat or slightly pitched roofs, with very little ornamentation
other than decorative brickwork along the cornice or parapet. As with
other retail establishments of this type, the building's facade features a
deep recess in front that allows shoppers to move out of sidewalk traffic in
order to examine window displays and to enter the building.
Staff considers the house to meet Architectural Significance Criteria 1
Recognized Period/Style for individual landmark designation as a relatively
well-preserved and representative example of Twentieth Century
Commercial architecture as identified in the Guide to Colorado's Historic
Architecture and Engineering, 2003.
2. Architect or Builder of Prominence: None observed
3. Artistic Merit: Relatively well-preserved example of Early Twentieth Century
Commercial
4. Example of the Uncommon: None observed
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5. Indigenous Qualities: None observed
Environmental Significance:
S. Does the proposed application develop and maintain appropriate settings and
environments for such buildings, sites, and areas to enhance property values, stabilize
neighborhoods, promote tourist trade and interest, and foster knowledge of the City's
living heritage?
Staff finds that the proposed designation would assist in maintaining
appropriate settings and environments for such buildings, sites, and areas to
enhance property values, stabilize neighborhoods, promote tourist trade and
interest, and foster knowledge of the City's living heritage. Staff considers that
the application meets the environmental significance criteria for individual
landmarks as outlined below:
Summary: The building at 1143 1P Street has environmental significance under
criteria 5.
1. Site Characteristics: None observed
2.. Compatibility with Site: None observed
3. Geographic Importance: None Observed
4. Environmental Appropriateness: None observed
5. Area Integrity: Potentially contributing building in potential historic
district.
The University Hill Commercial District is a potential historic district. It
covers a relatively small area, but it serves as the anchor for the larger
residential neighborhood, and the university campus. The subject
property lies within an entire block of similar buildings that were
constructed during the era that defined University Hill's cultural character
as the area transformed from residential to commercial in the late 1920s.
While relatively simple in design and detailing, the building is relatively
well-preserved and indicative of the period of development in the area.
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Staff considers the building enhances the variety, interest, and sense of
identity of the community and to meet Architectural Significance Criteria
1. Recognized Period/Style and Environmental Significance Criteria 5 Area
Integrity for individual landmark designation.
Boundary Analysis:
The property proposed for designation includes the entire parcel, identified as
Lots 28-29, Block 5 of the University Terrace Addition.
ATTACHMENTS:
A: Architectural Inventory Record Form
B: Significance Criteria for Individual Landmarks
C: Directory and Deed Research
D: Current Photographs
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Attach>inent A
COLORADO CULTURAL RESOURCE SURVEY CAHP1405
G'uiti:ural Resource Re-evaluation Form Rev. 9/98
Pay-- 1 of 3
1. Resource Number: 5BL2886 2. `I enrip. Resource Number: 14
Street Address: 1143 13th Street; Boulder, Colorado 80302
3.. Attachments 4. Official determination
(check as many as apply) (OAHP USE ONLY)
X Photographs _ Determined Eligible
X Site sketch map _ Determined Not Eligible
X U.S.G.S. map photocopy _ Need Data
_ Other Nominated
Other Listed
Contributing to N.R. District
_ Not Contributing to N.R. Dist
5. Resource Name: 2008: Vacant; 1990: Taylor's Restaurant, All the Rage Records
6. Purpose of this current site visit (check as many as apply)
Site is within a current project area
X Resurvey
Update of previous site form(s)
Surface collection
Testing to determine eligibility
Excavation
X Other
Describe: Re-evaluation of potential local Boulder Landmark historic district, including assessment of
contributing/noncontributing status.
7. Previous Recordings: R. Laurie Simmons and Thomas H. Simmons, "University Hill Commercial District:
Historic Overview and Historic District Evaluation," prepared for the University Hill General Improvement District,
Front Range Research Associates, Inc., Denver, Colorado, 2 November 1994; L. Simmons and C. Whitacre,
Front Range Research Associates, Inc., Historic Building Inventory Record Form, 5BL2886 (1990).
8. Changes or Additions to Previous Descriptions: This is a one-story commercial building with walls of
variegated red shades of brick and two storefronts. The fagade has a wide central parapet and narrower
parapets at each end; all have corbelling in lighter, contrasting brick and concrete coping. A brick panel under
the central parapet is delineated by slightly raised contrasting brick, and contrasting brick panels in a
basketweave pattern are present under the end parapets. The south storefront has paired hvo-light windows
(possibly sliders), while the north storefront has a large multi-light window with a covered transom; both have
rowlock brick silts and a continuous contrasting soldier course brick lintel. The deeply inset center entrance has
a two-light window in the center with a rowlock brick sill flanked by metal frame glazed doors with transoms. An
awning frame extends across the front of the building, with the southern part clad with standing seam metal
roofing and the north part open. The south part of the roof holds an open frame deck with a balustrade.
9. Changes in Condition: The Sanborn fire insurance map for 1931 shows a passageway between the
storefronts leading to the rear of the parcel; this was filled in with commercial space by the time of the 1960
map. The house to which the commercial storefronts were attached was removed after 1960. A one-story rear
warehouse addition costing about $7,000 was erected in 1973. The rooftop deck costing about $10,000 was
added in 1990. Since 1990, the large window in the inset entrance area between the two doors has been
changed from multi-light to two large rectangular lights; the paneled and glazed doors have been replaced with
metal frame glazed doors. The fabric awning over the southern portion of the building has been replaced with
standing seam metal roofing, while on the north the awning framework is uncovered. The area in front, which
had concrete steps to the street level, is now raised concrete with a decorative metal railing.
10. Changes to Location or Size Information:. UTMs-Zone 13, Easting 476446, Northing 4428480 (NAD 27)
11. Changes in Ownership: Boulder Hilltop Properties LLC, 560 Oakwood Ave., #100, Lake Forest, IL 60045
12. Other Changes, ,Additions, or Observations:
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History:
This site initially contained a two-story brick house with a wrap-around porch that was built before 1900. The
1900 U.S. Census listed Eugene L. and Mary E. Callaway as the residents of the house. Mr. Callaway was born
in Alabama about 1860, while Mrs. Callaway was born in Virginia about 1862. The Callaways lived here with
their son William (age 22), Mr. Callaway's mother Sarah A. Detamore (age 75), and lodger Jennie B. Ritchie
(age 24). The 1913 city directory indicated that James W. and Ida S. Fisher lived in the house. The directory
did not list occupations for the Fishers. I.F. Jones lived here during 1923-26, just before the building received its
commercial conversion with storefronts facing 13th Street. The house was also used for commercial
enterprises, including Stirling's Dress Shop (1955), Mattson's on the Hill (1965), and Ruth's Beauty Shop (1961
through early 1970s). A central passageway in the storefront addition originally led to the house at the rear. The
house was demolished after 1960.
The late-1920s one-story brick commercial addition was addressed 1145-47 13th Street. The 1932 city directory
listed the Silver and Gold Cleaners, the University Hill Shoe Shop, a post office station, and the Armstead
Scenic Company as tenants. The shoe shop, post office, and Armstead Scenic remained in the building through
at least 1938, when Buffalo Press also operated here. Payne's Shoe Shop did business here from 1943'through
the early 1960s. Other firms in the building have included the Judd Book and Record Shop (1949), the
University Shop men's clothing store (1955), and the Regiment men's clothing store (1960-65). From the mid-
1960s through the 1980s, Mattson's on the Hill, a women's clothing store, operated in the building. Taylor's
Restaurant and All the Rage Records were housed here in 1990. In 1994, Taylor's Bar and Grill occupied the
commercial space.
Sources:
Boulder City Directories; Sanborn Fire Insurance Company maps; City of Boulder Building Permit Applications;
U.S. Census, 1900 and 1910; R. Laurie and Thomas H. Simmons, "University Hill Commercial District: Historic
Overview and Historic District Evaluation," prepared for the University Hill General Improvement District (Denver:
Front Range Research Associates, 1994); Boulder Carnegie Branch Library, Boulder County Assessor
Collection and Photographs.
13. National Register Assessment:
Individual Eligibility—
Eligible Not eligible X Need data
District Potential—
Yes X No Need data
Contributing Status Assessment:
Contributing X Noncontributing Need data Not applicable
Explain: This resource is assessed as a contributing component of the potential University Hill Commercial
Historic District. The building maintains historic physical integrity although a rooftop deck has been added.
13A. Boulder Landmark Assessment:
Individual Eligibility—
Eligible Not eligible X Need data
District Potential--
Yes X No Need data
Contributing Status Assessment—
Contributing X Noncontributing Need data Not applicable
Explain: This resource is assessed as a contributing component of the potential University Hill Commercial
Historic District, having been erected during the period of significance and having been associated with
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commercial activities in the area. The building maintains historic physical integrity although a rooftop deck has
been added.
14. Management Recommendations: Avoid adverse impacts. Encourage adoption of design guidelines to avoid
future changes that negatively impact the historic physical integrity of the building.
15. Photograph Types and Numbers: Digital-BoUni-54 through -56
16. Artifact and Field Documentation Storage Location: Photographs and forms are archived at the City of
Boulder, Planning and Development Department-
17. Report Title: University HiIJ Commercial Area: Historic District Re-evaluation, 2008 (memorandum)
18. Recorder(s): R. Laurie Simmons and Thomas H. Simmons 19. Date(s): March 2008
20. Recorder Affiliation: Front Range Research Associates, Inc., 3635 W. 46th Avenue, Denver, CO 80211,
303-477-7597, frraden@msn.com, www.frhistory.com
Colorado Historical Society, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation
1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
303-866-3395
Attachment B
ADOPTED 9/17%197
City of Boulder
Landmark Preservation Advisory Board
Sip-i ficance Criteria for an Individual Landmark
On September 6, 1974,, the City Council adopted Ordinance #4000 providing the
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.
Historical Significance
The place (building, site, are) 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 historic or prehistoric event(s) that had an effect upon society; or exemplify
the cultural, political, economic, or social heritage of the community.
1. Date of Construction: This area of consideration places particular importance on
the age of the structure.
2. Association with Historical Persons or Events: This association could be national,
state or local.
3. Distinction in the Development of the Community of Boulder: This is the most
applicable to an institution (religious, educational, civic, etc.) or business
structure though in some cases a residence may 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.
4. Recognition by Authorities: If it is recognized by Historic Boulder,' Inc., the
Boulder Historical Society, local historians (Barker, Crossen, Frink, Gladden,
Paddock, Schooland, etc.) F.L. Olmstead, or others in published form, as having
historical interest or value-
Architectural Significance
The place should portray 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 development; contain elements of architectural design, detail, materials
or craftsmanship which represent a significant innovation; or be a fine example of the
uncommon.
1. Recognized Period(/Style(s). 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 A&e (Maass), 76 Boulder
Homes (Barker), The History of Architectural Style (Marcus/Tiffin), Architecture
in San Francisco (Gebhard et al), History of Architecture (Fletcher),
Architecture/Colorado (Thorsen et al) and any other published source of
universal or local analysis of "style".
2. Architect or Builder of Prominence: A good example of the work of an architect
or builder who is recognized for their expertise nationally, state-wide or locally.
3. Artistic Merit: A skillful integration of design, material, and color which is of
excellent visual quality and/or demonstrates superior craftsmanship.
4. Example of the Uncommon: Elements of architectural design, detail, material, or
craftsmanship that are representation of a significance innovation.
5. Indigenous Qualities: A style or material that is particularly associated with the
Boulder area.
6. Other, if applicable.
Environmental Si cance
The place should enhance the variety, interest, and sense of identity of the
community by the protection of the unique natural and man-mad environments.
I- Site Characteristics: The site should be of high quality in terms of planned or
natural vegetation.
2. Compatibility with Site: Consideration will be given to scale, massing,
placement, or other qualities design with respect to its site.
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3. Geographic Importance: Due to its unique location or singular physical
characteristics, it represents an established and familiar visual feature of the
community.
4. Environmental Appropriateness: The surroundings are complementary and/or it
is situated in a manner particularly suited to its function.
5. 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.
6. Other, if applicable.
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Attachment C
1143 131' Street Deed & Directory Research
Residents of 1143 13`h Street
Bold indicates long term residents
Dates Owners
1927-1929 "Not Listed"
1930-1931 Varsity Grill
1932-1938 Silver and Gold Cleaners,
1932-1942 University Hill Shoe Shop, Armstead Scenic Company,
Post Office Station
1938-1942 Buffalo Press
1943-1960 Payne's Shoe Shop
1949-1955 Judd's Book and Record Shop
1955-1960 University Clothing Shop, Stirling's Dress Shop
1961-1965 Regiment Clothing Shop, Ruth's Beauty Shop
1965-1989 Mattson's on the Hill
1990-1994 Taylor's Restaurant, All the Rage Records
1994 Taylor's Bar and Grill
1994- Current Not researched
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