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Presenter: Lynnette Tessitore-Lopez
Historic Preservation Program Manager, City of Chula Vista
Seating and Managing a Historic Preservation Commission
Seated in 2012
7 Member Commission Registered Voter in City of Chula Vista 4 Members - Experts 1 Member - Realtor All members interest, competence,
knowledge in Historic Preservation
Mayoral Appointment (Council Approval)
Equivalent to Planning Commission
Meetings twice per month (1st and 3rd Weds)
Final Authority (in most cases)
Buy-in – Educating the Decision Makers
Qualified Candidates
Advertising and Public Outreach
Customized Application & Resume
Staff Involvement
Selection Panel
Review Applications
Get to know the Candidates
Contact References
Personal Interaction
Familiarity of City Program
Importance of Historic Preservation
Role of A Commissioner
Role of Staff
Experience with Problem Solving and Consensus Building
Why are they interested in being a historic preservation Commissioner?
Commission Meeting Protocols
Introduction and Program Overview
Local History (Context is key)
Roles and Responsibilities
Resources and Tools
Staff
Attorney’s Office
Fair Political Practices Commission
National Alliance of Preservation Commissions
State Historic Preservation Office
Federal Legislation
State Legislation
Chula Vista Municipal Code
Brown Act
Fair Political Practices Act
Brown Act Violations ( ex parte communication)
Conflict of Interest
Advocate vs. Commissioner
Trust
Clearly Define Roles & Responsibilities
Continue Training
Open Communication
Trust
Community Involvement
San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission POLICIES, GOALS, AND ADMINISTRATION A California Preservation Foundation Webinar presented by: Tim Frye, Preservation Coordinator, San Francisco Planning Department
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OVERVIEW
Preservation Planning in SF
Historic Preservation Commission
HPC Powers and Duties
Building Relationships and Work Plan
Examples of Policies and Goals
PRESERVATION PLANNING
1967 Landmarks
Preservation Advisory Board
(LPAB) Adoption of Article 10 of the Planning
Code
LPAB: Advisory Only
1985 Article 11
Downtown Plan Provides oversight to Significant and
Contributory Buildings within the C-3 Zoning Districts
LPAB: Advisory Only
1995 Certified Local Government (CLG) status through the
California Office of Historic
Preservation (OHP)
Access to funding
Advisory on specific activities within City
2009 Historic
Preservation Commission
(HPC) City Charter Section
4.135
HPC: Action Body/ Advisory
All Article 10 and 11 properties
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards Seats 1 – 6 licensed architects; architectural historian; historian; historic preservation professional - law, land use, community planning, urban design, or historic preservation planning; archeologist; real estate professional or contractor; licensed structural engineer; or historic materials conservator. Seat 7 Member of the public – “at-large”
A seven-member body of professionals.
Appointed by the Mayor with Board of Supervisor approval.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Action Body Entitlements
Issue Certificates of Appropriateness for Article 10 Landmarks and Districts
Issue Permits to Alter for Article 11 Buildings
Surveys
Adopt Survey Methodology & Findings as Complete
Adopt Context Statements
Advisory Capacity Designations
Forward Recommendations for Landmark & Landmark District Designations to Board of Supervisors
CEQA Review
Review & Comment on Draft EIRs
Legislation Review
Review & Comment on Draft legislation or policies affecting historic resources
2009 Historic
Preservation Commission
(HPC) City Charter Section
4.135
HPC: Action Body/ Advisory
All Article 10 and 11 properties
ARTICLES 10 & 11 LANDMARKS & HISTORIC DISTRICTS
7
Creating a Vision BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS AND DEVELOPING A WORK PLAN
IT’S ALL ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS!
COMMISSIONS AND DECISION-MAKING BODIES
JOINT COMMISSION HEARINGS
DEPARTMENTAL MEETING AND PRESENTATIONS
CLG REPORTING GOALS
CROSS AGENCY POLICY DEVELOPMENT – MOAs
COMMISSION OUTREACH AND ACCESSIBILITY
HPC Policies & Goals
Preservation Element of the General Plan Revived development of a high-level visionary policy document to ensure that the historic, social and cultural elements that make San Francisco unique are preserved and enhanced.
Commission Rules & Regulations Adopted commission requirements for selection of officers, voting, and parliamentary procedure. Also provides baseline requirements for applicant submittals such as plans, photographs, documentation. Includes “How to succeed at the Commission” handout for public.
Ex Parte Communication Evaluated all options, including pros and cons, for disclosure of ex parte
i ti
Local Designation Criteria Resolution clarifying vague Code language on criteria used to determine eligibility for local landmark designation.
Landmark Designation Work Program Adopted a work program of historic resources for the Department’s survey and designation team to initiate decision with property owners and prepare documentation. Established priorities for resources with specific characteristics.
Administrative Review Delegation Adopted scopes of work deemed minor for review and approval by Department staff. Also developed appeal or request for hearing process. Shifted approximately 70% of all preservation entitlements to staff review – reducing costs and time for applicants.
HPC Policies & Goals
ADA/Barrier Removal Adopted policy in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office on Disability regarding review process for accessibility upgrades for City-owned properties.
Preservation Design Guidelines Developing historic preservation design guidelines in partnership with public, stakeholders, and Planning Commission. Must be adopted by both the HPC and the Planning Commission.
EIR Preservation Alternatives Adopted policy for level of detail and analysis, as well as a range of preservation alternatives required for EIR’s that have identified potential impacts to historic resources.
CLG Annual Report Goals Set goals/ performance measures for SF Preservation Program upcoming year.
Department Budget Review and Comment Provides input to Department, Planning Commission, and the Board of Supervisors on special projects, administrative tasks, and staffing during budget planning process.
Cultural Heritage Assets Committee Convened a committee to hold public hearings to discuss increased interest in social and cultural heritage. Will provide recommendations to the City on how to support community efforts to protect and promote resources.
Presenter: Lynnette Tessitore-Lopez
Historic Preservation Program Manager, City of Chula Vista
Seating and Managing a Historic Preservation Commission
Seated in 2012
7 Member Commission Registered Voter in City of Chula Vista 4 Members - Experts 1 Member - Realtor All members interest, competence,
knowledge in Historic Preservation
Mayoral Appointment (Council Approval)
Equivalent to Planning Commission
Meetings twice per month (1st and 3rd Weds)
Final Authority (in most cases)
Buy-in – Educating the Decision Makers
Qualified Candidates
Advertising and Public Outreach
Customized Application & Resume
Staff Involvement
Selection Panel
Review Applications
Get to know the Candidates
Contact References
Personal Interaction
Familiarity of City Program
Importance of Historic Preservation
Role of A Commissioner
Role of Staff
Experience with Problem Solving and Consensus Building
Why are they interested in being a historic preservation Commissioner?
Commission Meeting Protocols
Introduction and Program Overview
Local History (Context is key)
Roles and Responsibilities
Resources and Tools
Staff
Attorney’s Office
Fair Political Practices Commission
National Alliance of Preservation Commissions
State Historic Preservation Office
Federal Legislation
State Legislation
Chula Vista Municipal Code
Brown Act
Fair Political Practices Act
Brown Act Violations ( ex parte communication)
Conflict of Interest
Advocate vs. Commissioner
Trust
Clearly Define Roles & Responsibilities
Continue Training
Open Communication
Trust
Community Involvement
San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission POLICIES, GOALS, AND ADMINISTRATION A California Preservation Foundation Webinar presented by: Tim Frye, Preservation Coordinator, San Francisco Planning Department
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OVERVIEW
Preservation Planning in SF
Historic Preservation Commission
HPC Powers and Duties
Building Relationships and Work Plan
Examples of Policies and Goals
PRESERVATION PLANNING
1967 Landmarks
Preservation Advisory Board
(LPAB) Adoption of Article 10 of the Planning
Code
LPAB: Advisory Only
1985 Article 11
Downtown Plan Provides oversight to Significant and
Contributory Buildings within the C-3 Zoning Districts
LPAB: Advisory Only
1995 Certified Local Government (CLG) status through the
California Office of Historic
Preservation (OHP)
Access to funding
Advisory on specific activities within City
2009 Historic
Preservation Commission
(HPC) City Charter Section
4.135
HPC: Action Body/ Advisory
All Article 10 and 11 properties
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards Seats 1 – 6 licensed architects; architectural historian; historian; historic preservation professional - law, land use, community planning, urban design, or historic preservation planning; archeologist; real estate professional or contractor; licensed structural engineer; or historic materials conservator. Seat 7 Member of the public – “at-large”
A seven-member body of professionals.
Appointed by the Mayor with Board of Supervisor approval.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Action Body Entitlements
Issue Certificates of Appropriateness for Article 10 Landmarks and Districts
Issue Permits to Alter for Article 11 Buildings
Surveys
Adopt Survey Methodology & Findings as Complete
Adopt Context Statements
Advisory Capacity Designations
Forward Recommendations for Landmark & Landmark District Designations to Board of Supervisors
CEQA Review
Review & Comment on Draft EIRs
Legislation Review
Review & Comment on Draft legislation or policies affecting historic resources
2009 Historic
Preservation Commission
(HPC) City Charter Section
4.135
HPC: Action Body/ Advisory
All Article 10 and 11 properties
ARTICLES 10 & 11 LANDMARKS & HISTORIC DISTRICTS
19
Creating a Vision BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS AND DEVELOPING A WORK PLAN
IT’S ALL ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS!
COMMISSIONS AND DECISION-MAKING BODIES
JOINT COMMISSION HEARINGS
DEPARTMENTAL MEETING AND PRESENTATIONS
CLG REPORTING GOALS
CROSS AGENCY POLICY DEVELOPMENT – MOAs
COMMISSION OUTREACH AND ACCESSIBILITY
HPC Policies & Goals
Preservation Element of the General Plan Revived development of a high-level visionary policy document to ensure that the historic, social and cultural elements that make San Francisco unique are preserved and enhanced.
Commission Rules & Regulations Adopted commission requirements for selection of officers, voting, and parliamentary procedure. Also provides baseline requirements for applicant submittals such as plans, photographs, documentation. Includes “How to succeed at the Commission” handout for public.
Ex Parte Communication Evaluated all options, including pros and cons, for disclosure of ex parte
i ti
Local Designation Criteria Resolution clarifying vague Code language on criteria used to determine eligibility for local landmark designation.
Landmark Designation Work Program Adopted a work program of historic resources for the Department’s survey and designation team to initiate decision with property owners and prepare documentation. Established priorities for resources with specific characteristics.
Administrative Review Delegation Adopted scopes of work deemed minor for review and approval by Department staff. Also developed appeal or request for hearing process. Shifted approximately 70% of all preservation entitlements to staff review – reducing costs and time for applicants.
HPC Policies & Goals
ADA/Barrier Removal Adopted policy in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office on Disability regarding review process for accessibility upgrades for City-owned properties.
Preservation Design Guidelines Developing historic preservation design guidelines in partnership with public, stakeholders, and Planning Commission. Must be adopted by both the HPC and the Planning Commission.
EIR Preservation Alternatives Adopted policy for level of detail and analysis, as well as a range of preservation alternatives required for EIR’s that have identified potential impacts to historic resources.
CLG Annual Report Goals Set goals/ performance measures for SF Preservation Program upcoming year.
Department Budget Review and Comment Provides input to Department, Planning Commission, and the Board of Supervisors on special projects, administrative tasks, and staffing during budget planning process.
Cultural Heritage Assets Committee Convened a committee to hold public hearings to discuss increased interest in social and cultural heritage. Will provide recommendations to the City on how to support community efforts to protect and promote resources.
