Makes nothing but sense IMO. Most historic structures were built before parking requirements ever existed. This should also help preserve the surroundings of existing buildings and make a few renovations more feasible.
City staff have identified a conflict between the City’s historic preservation requirements and minimum parking requirements in the Zoning Ordinance. The purpose of historic preservation is the protection and enhancement of historic structures, sites, and districts to promote the economic, cultural, educational, and general welfare of the public. Parking requirements often run counter to the purpose of historic preservation. In many cases, meeting parking requirements cannot be achieved without making significant changes to structures and sites. For example, in the case of a block of commercial buildings, meeting minimum parking requirements could only be achieved through extensive alteration or demolition of historic properties. Because parking requirements have a potential adverse effect on the character of a historic district or property, staff are proposing a minor amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to eliminate parking requirements for properties designated Historic & Cultural Landmarks (HC) and Highly Significant/Endangered (HSE), or listed in the National Register of Historic Places
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