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1 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING TFIE SMITH AVENUE TRANSTT HfJB PROJECT, EXECUTING A
2 MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT ON THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOUSE, ACCEPTING
3 TITLE TO THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOUSE FROM THE STATE AND REQUESTING HRA
4 TO RELOCATE AND STABILIZE THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOU5E AT THE FORMER
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WI�REAS, the City, after receiving initial approval for a$5.5 million federal grant in 1998, has spent
more than two years investigating the feasibility of the Smith Avenue Transit Project including conducting a
federally mandated Section 106 Process with respect to the state owned historic Armstrong/Quinlan House
("House") and the Project as described in the attached E�ibit 3; and
WHEREA5, as part of the federal Section 106 Process, the City of Saint Paul must, together with the
State Historic Preservation Office and the Federal government, make an informed decision on its mitigation
efforts with respect to the House, before proceeding with the Project; and ,
WHBREAS, the City Council supports a measured approach between preservation of historic sriuctures
and the development of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub, which will serve the western end of Downtown
including the RiverCentre Area; and
WI�REAS, the House is a federally designated historic house that requires a thorough analysis of the
altemative solutions and the impact the Project will ha�e on the historic nature of the House; the alternative
solutions reviewed with the City Council include: (1) leaving the House in its present location with the
Development Program around the House ("In Place Alternative"), (2) moving the House to several possible
sites in either the West 5eventh/Irvine Pazk area, the edge of the site along Seventh Street or Saint Joseph's
Lane ("City Sites") or other site acceptable to the City or (3) demolition and mitigation of the House; and
WHEREAS, concerned citizens for preserving the House have expressed a clear preference for the
House to be preserved and redeveloped as residential in the Irvine Park area which is attached in the Section
106 Report Volumes 1-5 previously submitted to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the State Legislature in 2000 agreed to donate the House and surrounding land to the City
on the condition that City agreed to move the House to an alternative location so that it can be preserved; and
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39 WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") among the Federal Highway Administration
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41 Office ("SHPO") and the City along with concurring parties has been negotiated and attached in E�ubit 1;
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44 WHEREAS, Saint Pau1 Heritage Preservation Cou�ission ("HPC") hosted the required public meeting
45 required by the federal Section 106 process on August 10, 2000 conceming the House and Smith Avenue
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WHEREAS, HPC has passed two resolutions conceming the House ( HPC Res 99-4 on July 22, 1999
and Res. O i-i on January 11 , 2001). The second resolution supports execution by HPC of the MOA, subject
to its normal review with respect to municipal preservation matters as described in Chapter 73 of the Saint
Paul Legislative code (see E�ubit i, Stipulation I C and D); and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of the Seven Comers Gateway Area of Saint
Paul, including significant views of the Saint Paul Cathedral, Xcel Energy Center and other important
landmarks; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes other projects that are under consideration including transit
projects such as the Riverview Corridor and the Trolley, and other parking projects for Aoliday Inn Hotel,
United/Clrildren's Hospitals, and others; and
WI�REAS, a pazking supply and demand study for the westem end of Downtown, including the
Smith Avenue Transit Hub, United Hospital campus, Holiday Inn Hotel etc,. Will be completed shortly to
assist the City: (1) in the coordination between pending parking and transit projects in the westem end of
Downtown and (2) in helping determine the final number of parking spaces to be financed and constructed as
part of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council approves and directs the following:
1. Accepts the final Section 106 Smith Avenue Transit Hub Report, Volumes 1-5. This includes Volume 5
which was prepared after the required public hearing on August 10, 2000 at the Saint Paul Heritage
Preservation Comxnission and contains all written testimony of interested parties and the City's response to
the testimony.
2. Approves proceeding with the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project and accepts the now $6.2 million grant
from Federal goveininent for the Project and directs staff to compiete securing at least $2.0 million from
Metro Transit, which will be used toward the transit component of the Project.
Approves execution of the Memorandum of Agreement substantially in the form as attached in E�ubit 1,
79 by appropriate City officials, and with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney and
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83 2000 Legislature that in exchange for the House being donated to the City, the City agree that the House be
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86 5. City selects Site # 7 the former Plastics Pazking Lot (on Chestnut St. south of Ryan Street) as the site to
87 which the House will be moved and stabilized for residential reuse, names Histonc Irvine Park Association as
88 Redeveloper, and approves attached Memarandum of Intent, s�ctut�a prrt�isic�n ft� �liaat p�icip�c��i �
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same form as attached in E�ibiti2 with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attomey
and PED staff that are consistent with the actions taken in this Resolution. 5iting, move and stabilization
activities of the House on Site #7 will be reviewed by the HPC as fiuther descnbed in the lines 48-51 above.
94 6. Authorizes City staffto commence and complete vacation process to convey Site #7 - Plastics to HI2A, who
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8. Requests HRA to cause:
A) the House to be moved and stabilized and directs appropriate staff to retain a historic mover and any
other contractors necessary to move and stabilize the House at Site # 7, consistent with the City's
obligations descnbed in the Memorandum of Agreement in Paragraph 3 above.
B) Use the $2375 million dollars wluch haue previously been budgeted in HRA Res. 00-6/14-3 to
move and stabilize the House on behalf of the City. Further the City Council understands these HRA
monies are interim funds to the City that shall be reimbursed to the HRA no later than the closing on
the finaucing for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub by the City.
9. City staff is to continue design and traffic work on the Project on this gateway site to the Downtown by
Collaborative Design Group Arclutects(Dick Faricy, Bill Hickey, et. al.) and SRF Consulting Crroup, in
conjunction with other projects under consideration in the project area including Riverview Corridor, Trolley
and other parking projects in the area..
10. After completion of the parking demand study for the western end of Downtown, which will assist in the
coordination of pending parking and transit projects in the area, the Administration sha11 return to the City
Council and recommend:
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(i) the number of pazking spaces and buses to be built for the Project
(ii) the design concept for Project described in E�ibit 3
(iii) the Finance Plan for the Project which will be developed by PED and Financial Services.
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Attachments to City Council Resolution
127 E�ibit 1-Copy of draft Dec 17, 2000 MOA with City, FHWA, SHPO, ACHP, et a1
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129 Exhibit 2- Draft Memorandum of Intent with Redeveloper of House at Plastic Parking Lot Site
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131 E�u�bit 3- Description of the Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project
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DEPARTMENT/OFFICFJCOUNCIL: DATE INITTATED GREEN SHEET No.• 101857 d �'`� y �
Planning & Economic Dev. Mazch 26, 2001 '
CONTACI' PERSON & PHONE: � ml A7e INiTTniIDATE
B. Geurs 6-6653 3 PED DIl2ECTOR 5 CTTY COUNCII, CHI2IS COLEMAN
MUST�E ON COUNCII, AGENDA BY (DATE) �IGN 4_CITY ATTORNEY' Y� _ CITY CLERK
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ncriorr xeQuES�n: After public hearing on Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project and Armstrong House consider
attached Ciry Council Resolurion for Apri14, 2001. Also attached is the public hearing notice that is being
published.
RECOM[vS,NDATIONS: Approve (A) or Rejear (R) PERSONAI, SERVICE CONTRA("fS MUST AIVSWER THE FOLLOWING
QUESTIONS:
PLANNING COMMISSION 1. Haz this person/fvm ever worked under a contract for this departmeat?
CIB COINNIITTEE Yes No
CI VIL SERVICE COMbIISSION 2. Has this person/fvm ever been a city employee? �
Yes No
3. Does this person/fim� possess a skill not notmally possessed by any curzent city employee?
Yes No
Explain all yes answers ou separate sheet and attach to green sheet
A'ITIATING PROBLEM, ISS[3E, OPPORTUNI'LY (Who, What, When, Where, Why):
The Council needs to decide if it wishes to move and relocate the Armstrong House to the Plastic site and proceed
with the Smith Avenue Transit Hub project which must be under contract by September 2002.
ADVANTAGES IF APPROVED:
Preserve the national designated House and receive up to $7.5 million ($5.5 million of federal, $2 million of Metro
Transit monies) to undertake the bus layover, parking project on Cleveland Circle.
DISADVANTAGES IF APPAOVED:
City or HRA is responsible for moving and stabilizing the House on the Plastic site, HRA in 00-6/14-3 has already
budgeted the money.
DISADVANTAGES IF NOT APPROVED:
The Cleveland Circle site of 4.8 acres will continue not to be developed with the deteriorated house on the middle
of the site. Addirional parlang for visitors will not be constructed.
TOTAI. AD10UN1' OF 112ANSACTTON: $2,375,000 to move and stabilize COST/REVENUE BUDGETED: Yes
F[JNDING SOURCE: Fund 148-76813-0561-65005/' AC1'IVITY NUMBER:
FINANCIAL IlVFORMATION: (EXPLAA� � �
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DRAFT - AECEh1BER 13, 2000
MEi140RANAUM OF AGREE�IENT
AMONG
THE FEDERAL HIGH�YAY ADIIII�IISTRATION,
THE ADYIS ORY COUNCIL ON AISTORIC PRESERVATION,
TFIE MINIVESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFTCE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI�T PAUL,
FOR TAE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN bI. ARMSTFtONG IiOUSE Ai�D
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SNIITH A�'ENUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MINnESOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FH�1'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project �vithin the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, �finnesota; and
tiVHEREAS, the FH�VA has determined that this project, the Smith A��emte Transit fiub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong House (House), a double-house listed on the
National Register of Historic Places (National Register);
\VHEREAS, the FHWA has consulted with the Ad�•isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the re�ulations (36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Housin� and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have participated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memorandum of Agreement (VIOA); and
�VHEREA3, the HPC serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipa]
herita�e preservation matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati�-e code (Chapter 73);
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tiVHEREAS, several Interestefl Parties have participated in the consultation through pubiic meetings,
work sessions and review of documentation, includin; Tom Dimond, F:athryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Association, and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
� WHBREAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed �vith the Transit Hub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
__ alternative site to preserve it; and
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical research surrimarized in a report entitled, "Smith �
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search forArchaeolo�ical Potential and Historic BuiidingInfensity
Survey" (July 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and •
tiYf�REAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kellogg Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Pifth/Sixth Street and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any property on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocaiion Sites identified in this Agreement;
IQOW, THEREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the CITY (the "Signatories") agree
that the undertakin� shall be implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to
talce into account the effect of the undertaking on the John M. Armstron� House.
STIPULATIO\S
The FWHA will ensure that the followin� measures are carried out.
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZATION OF THE HOUSE
A. Citv Oblioation to Relocate the House to an Altemative_ Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated and stabilized ���ithin one year of the execution of theMOA
to one of the acceptable sites listed in Appendix A. The relocation of the House will
be completed according to the guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
publication "Movin� Historic Buildin�s" by John Obed Curtis. The building mover
will be selected by the City with review and concunence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake relocation of the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
Re�ister listin�. Moving and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e., historic mover; redeveloper), are tisted in Appendix B. �
B. Citv Conveyance to Redevelonec The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
�vith a redeveloper, �vhich wil( determine the Relocation Site from Appendi� A. The
House �vill be sold AS IS to a rede��eloper for reuse as either residential or
commercial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and the House to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
requiring that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
fails to perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
contraot, ownership of the I-Iouse wili re�•ert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City orits redeveloper«�ill submit
Rehabilitation Plans to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Plan Revie��• Process,
including the MovinglBuildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the 5ecretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
chazacter-defining features of the building. The proposed Rehabilitation Plans will
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include buildin� siting, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improvements, and adj acent
new construction that is part of the site plan. If the Move and Stabilization Plans {as
further discussed in Appendix B} are submitted for revie�v prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Pians for the remainder of the buitdia� (inc?uding the interior), the
remaining plans will be reviewed separately. Fiexibility will be allo«�ed in the
review of the interior ofthe House. HPC will provide an opportunity forpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO will consider public
comments as part of their revie�v(s).
D. HPC Jurisdsction. If the proposed relocation site is located tvithin an azza that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC wili have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monitoring to ensure that subsequent
treatment and impro��ements to the exterior of the House are in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed relocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesi�natzd as a St. Paul Herita�e Presen•ation Site,
subject to a public revie�v process outlined in Chapter 73.
E. Retainin; National Re¢ister Listing durino the Ivio��e. Tn accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House �vili remain on the National Register ��•hile bein�
moved and after the move is complete. ��'ithin nine months after the House has been
moved to its neGV site and stabilized accordin3 to the activities listed in Appendix B,
the City shall prepare documentation required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. Appendix
C identifies the materials to be fiimished. SHPO shali forward this documentation to
the Keeper of the Register as notification of the move in accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5).
F, TemaorarX Stora��of House durins Mo��e. If necessary, the City �i'ilf move the
House to a temporary location to allow time for ne«• site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub constn�ction schedule. Appropriate measures ��•ill be taken to prote�t
and secure the buildin� durin� this interim period.
` G. Protection of the Resource. After the City recei��es title of the propetty from the
State, appropriate measures ��•ill be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior to, during and after it is moti•ed.
II. ARCAAEOLOGX
On behalf of FHWA, the City shall ensure that an archaeolo�ical survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub site and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun�ey shall be
conducted by the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Standards and
Guidelines for ldentificafion (48 CFR 44720-23) and taking into account relevant guidelines
of the SHPO. The survey shall be conducted in consultation �vith the SEIPO, and a report of
the survey meetin� the standards o f the Secretary of the Interior shall be submitted to FHWA
for revie�v and approval.
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FHWA shall evaluate properties identified throu�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that are eligible for the
National Register, FFi�VA shall comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6. .
III. COSTS OF TEiE MOA
The Signatories and Concumng Parties shaii be responsible for their o�vn adminis�ation and
staff costs associated �vith either document revie�v or field work related to this A�eement.
Further, the City sha11 pay costs associated �vith the follo�vin�: (1) documentation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other City costs required to complete h40A stipulations.
IV. MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, ETC.
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as necessary, shall be accompiished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the original agreement.
B. Should the Si�natories object �vithin 30 days to the materials provided for revie�v
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
�vith the objecting party to resolve the objection. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FHWA shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Councii comment provided in response to such a request �cill be taken
into account by the FHWA �vith reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
FHWA's responsibility to carry out all actions under this agreement that ue not the
subjects of the dispute remain unchanged.
C. Tfprovisions of this a�reement are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Signatories shall consult to seek amendment of the agreement. If
•-- the agreement is not amended, any.Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of this document will be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. '
FEDERAL HIGHFVAY ADMINISTRATION
By
Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
By
7ohn M. Fowler, Executive Director
b1INNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATIO\ OFFTCE
By
Nina M. Archabal, State Historic Preservation Officer
INVITED SIGl`IATORY:
CITY OF SAINT PAUL
By
Mayor Norm Coleman
fipproved to Porm: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attomey
Date:
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CO\'CUR:
ST. PAUL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSTON
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Name and Title of Signer
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CITY OF SAINT PAUL HO'(JSING AND REDEVELOPVTENT AUTHORITY �
By Date:
Name and Title of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
CITIZENS TO SAVE THE ARi�ISTRONG HOUSE
By
Kathryn M. Babcock
Date:
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Relocatian Sites currently o�vned by City or HRA
Site �` 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Pazking Lot (on Chestnut south of Ryan Street) __
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and Exchange)
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MOVING AiVD STA.B�LIZATION ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed Ntove and Stabiliae Data can be foernd in Yolume 1, r1t[achment I ofthe Section 106Reporl.)
A. MOVE BY HISTORIC NIOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting the Armstrong House off its existing
foundation, movin� it alon� city strzets and placing it on a new foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractoc �vill be responsible for the new foundation, as noted in Section B beloFV). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities must meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary bracin„ shoring and brick stabilization wil! be
completed. Phofo documentation of interior and exterior tvill be completed to ailo�v monitoring of
buildin� condition. Durin� the move, the historic moving contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as protecting or replacing affected landscapin„ curbs,
ete. The historic movin� contractor �vill also provide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successfi�l completion of the move. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constnictive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that �vill be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� Mover and the City at the existing building location, �vhile the
buildin� is in transit, and at the new building location.
B. NEtiV CONSTRTJCTION ITEMS
This step includes the activities of a general contractor to clear out the existing site oftheAmistrong
fiouse 28er is has been moved, and to prepare the ne�v site for placement of the Armstron� House.
i�'ew site �vork will involve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support system. If necessary, a new entry porch tivill be built on the front of the House at
its ne�v location. Depending on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken at the new site to protect adj acent sidewalks, frees orstructures. Securin� fencing
will be provided at both the old site and the ne�v site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas fhat provides a detailed listing of items thac �vili be the
responsibility of a General Confractor and the City at the existing building location, �vhile the
building is in transit, and at the ne�v building location.
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C. MINIMUM ELEMENTS TO 12ETAIN NATIONAL REGISTEIt LISTING __
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armsfsong House from further deterioration. Correspondenoe from SHPO dated Much 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of conshuction activities that would not be needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attactunent n. The key elements that are necessary for continued eli�ibility are listed as
follows:
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet pilin� as necessary to protect street, sidewalk, adjacent structures
♦ Wall footin�s, piers for porch footings on new site
♦ Foundation walls, sandstone veneer
♦ Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick reQair
♦ Basement beams
♦ Repair or replace front entry porches
♦ Remove and replace roofin� surface
♦ Ne�v gutters and do�vnspouts
♦ New entrances
♦ ltemove and replace windotivs, or repair existin� �vindows
♦ Perimeter caulking
D. STABILIZATION AND ASSET PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a general contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allo�v safe access to the Iiouse for inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. Ne�v stairs to the basement will be constructed. Loose or waterlo�ged material will be
removed from the house.
e Minimum electrical service
♦ Rear exit stairs; basement stairs
♦ General interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOTE: Activities in Parts A-D of Appenclix B will be part of the "1Liove and
Stabilizatiort Plans"referenced in the MOA.
APPENDIX C
Documentation required once the Aims�ong House is moved
1) A letter notifying the IvN-SHPO tfie date the property w�s moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and white photographs aad one set of slides of the house
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspectives) of the froat aad rear of
the house aze required. The Iab processing the fiIm should be able to pass a hypo
(fixer) residue test for fiL�. process:ng. (In other words use a reputable veador for
Pio ��g),'I�e phpto�raphs should be printed on photograpFriq silver emulsion
resin-coated paper (not photograohic color dye paper used by vendors advertising
cheap developin� costs). T1ie photographs shouid have a one-half inch border.
They should be labeled on tfie back usin� a soft pencil with the following
information: n�me of property, county and state, name of photo�apher, date of
photo�apb, location of original negative*, view (camera facing), photo�aph
number or number depicting vaatage point on the sketch map. . The slides should
be a plastic mount with name of ptoperty, county and state�and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along with the photographs) provided that the film•is 24
exposure aad T Max 100 or Plus X Paa film.
3) A sketch map (done ia black and white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original Uaited State Geological Survey Map (U.S.G.S.) whicli depicts the
Iocacion o£the house on its new site (Depict locxtioa usin; a dot made with a lead
pencil. Do not include any other rvritten informatioa on the map).
5) Acreage of the parcel on which the house is located.
� Legat Description of the pazcel
� Parcel's PIN number
8) Name and address ofproperty owner{s)
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Rehabilitation of the Armstrona House ("House")
Memorandum Of Intent
Redeveloaer. Site and Reuse of the Relocated House
Redeveloper of the House will be the Historic Irvine Park Association ("HIPA"). The site to which
the House will be relocated is the former Plastics parking lot at Chestnut and South of Ryan
(the"Site"). The Redeveloper at its sofe discretion may seek additional partner(s) after a RFQ
process is compieted by the Redeveloper. At this time, the Redeveloper pians to form a
Limited Liability Corporation ("LLC") to undertake the remaining rehabilitation after the City or
HRA completes move and stabilization activities described in the Memorandum of Agreement
("MOA") attached in F�chibit A.
Rehabiiitation of the House would be residential reuse. The density on the site will be effectively
controlled by the Redeveloper through the processing of one of three rezonings (RT-1, RT-2,
RM-1) attached in Exhibit B.
Phase 1: Pubiic Hearing on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub before City Council
(April 4, 2001�
Citv and HRA
1. Staff recommends at Public Hearing on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub that (1) the
House be moved and stabilized at Plastics site, (2) recommend HIPA as Redeveloper and
support execution of Memo of (ntent with Redeveloper and (3) Smith Avenue Transit Hub
project be approved.
2. City Councit considers the Resolution to execute MOA; name Site and Redeveloper;
convey property to HRA for disposition; accept HRA Budget of $2.375 M to undertake MOA
obligations; accept 3 separate zoning petitions for the Site and related actions concerning
the Smith Avenue Transit Hub.
3. HRA agrees to execute MOA, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Closing to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a pubiic hearing on land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dollar pius
a portion of the cost of delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redevelouer
1. At Pubiic Hearing on April 4, 2001, on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub (A) support
business points outlined in this Memo of Intent (B) provide adopted neighborhood resolution
approved March 20, 2001(C) provide sufficient signatures from immediate neighbors for
three separate (RT-2, RT-1, RM-1) zoning petitions to the City as Applicant, that wouid be
processed simultaneously. The Redeveloper will notify in writing the City as Petitioner 10
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days before by the third reading on the rezoning (Public Hearing meeting on rezoning),
which one of the three rezoning it wishes the City Council to adopt; whereupon the City wili
withdraw the two remaining petitions. If the City is not notified the default rezoning is RT -1.
The final adopted rezoning will determine the densiry, and only the only structure on the Site
will be the House unless Redeveloper recommends and finances additional structures.
Phase 2: MOA
(April to May 15, 2001)
Citv and HRA
1. City, SHPO, ACHP, FNWA execute MOA. Also Concurring Parties HRA, HPC, Tom
Dimond, and Save the Armstrong will be invited to sign.
2. Completes transfers of state land and House on Cleveland Circle to City from State.
3. Vacation process for transfer of title of land and House to HRA. (Separate vacation process
is underway already for Hill Street adjacent to the Site on the south.)
4. Draft covenant about future rehab to the historic structure described in attached MOA.
5. Rezoning and Variance process for the Site. Variance for height will be necessary and a
back yard variance may aiso be necessary. [Estimated completion of Rezoning and
Variance by end of July]
6. HRA agrees to execute MOA, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Ciosing to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a public hearing on land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dollar plus
a portion of the cost of delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redeveloper
1. Select partner(s), if any, through RFQ, arrange financing etc.
Phase 3: Between Execution of MOA and Closing on Conveyance of House and Sife to
Redeveloper
(Mid May to Fall 2001 - 4 to 6 months)
Citv and HRA
1. Retain CPMI as Project Manager for MOA move and stabilization under MOA. SRF through
Ann Hopkins wiil also be involved. 106 Group will be used for archeology on the Site in
advance of move. The City's Architect wili be the Collaborative Design Group for which Dick
Faricy works.
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2. Retain historic mover approved by SHPO. Retain Contractor to build basement, etc.
3. City funds archeology, move and stabilization, and security activities. Budget is $2.375 M
4. City will explore ways to make Historic Tax Credit available to Redeveloper.
5. Move and Stabilization Plans (siting of House, etc.) will require HPC and SHPO review, as
well as City Site Plan review process and variances.
6. City keeps House secure until Closing.
7. City prepares documentation for continued Nationai Register listing of House.
Redeveloper
1. Two (2) designated representatives of Redeveloper will attend meetings with CPMI, etc.
Involved with the exact siting of the House on the site. (Comment only on move and
stabilization activities).
Phase 4: Closing between City, HRA and Redeveloper on Conveyance of House and
Land (after stabilization at Site)
(Estimated Closing November 15, 2001 or sooner)
House rehabilitated with Certificate of Occupancy complete and marketing within two years
of Closing, estimated to by November 15, 2003)
Citv and HRA
1. City conveys title of House and land and HRA conveys title of House and land by Quit Claim
Deed to Redeveloper and establishes Escrow Funds if any funds remain from $2.375 M;
Covenant recorded.
Redeveloaer
At closing on land and House for $1 plus the cost of delivering sewer to the site, after
completion of move and stabilization, Redeveloper accepts the House AS IS, covenant is
recorded, reverter language in deed, and if and only if there remains a balance on the City's
$2.375 M, City establishes escrow fund for the Redeveloper on a reimbursement basis for
the remaining rehabilitation of the House with appropriate documentation and approval by
City's Project Manager, CPMI. Escrow funds, if any, would be available for utility
connections for water and electrical, etc.
2. Undertake and complete rehabilitation, after review of Rehabilitation Plans by HPC and
SHPO ,[i.e., get Certificate of Occupancy ] and market property within 2 years of Closing.
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Attachments to Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et al.
6chibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot site
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Attachments fo Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et al.
Exfiibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot site
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DRAFT - DECEil1BER 13, 2000
bSE11IORANDU�S OF AGREF,i�IiVT
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THE FEDERAL HIGHNAY AD�IIi�IISTR4TYON,
THE ADYISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION,
THE N1IN�IESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATIOI� OFFICE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI\T PAUL,
FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN Ai. Al2NISTRONG HOUSE ?.I�D
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SI�IITH A�'ENUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MINnESOTA
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WHEREAS, the Federal Hi�hway Administration (FH«'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, �finnesota; and
1VHEREAS, the FHtiVA has detemiined that this project, the Smith Aaenue Transit Hub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong House (House), a double-house ]isted on the
National Register of Historic Places (Nationat Register);
VJHEREAS, the FH�VA has consuited with the Ad��isory Cotmcil on Historic Preservation
(Council), theMinnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the regulations (36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preserv�tion Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
�VHEREAS, the St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have participated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur.in this Memorandum of Agreement (D40A); and
tiVHEREAS, the HPC serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipal
herita�e preservatian matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati��e code (Chapter 73);
and
�YHEREAS, several Interested Parties haveparticipated in the consuttation throughpublic meetings,
work sessions and revietiv of documentation, includin� Tom Dimond, �athryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine �ark
Association, and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
�VHEREAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec S6, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed with the T'ransit Hub project on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate theHouse to an
: altemative site to preserve it; and �
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical reseazch summarized in a report entitled "5mitn
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search for Archaeolo�ical Potential and Fiistoric B uilding Tntensity
Survey" (July 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WF�REAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Keilo�g Boulevard,lVest Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Streef and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any propedy on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the CITY (the "Signatories") a� ee
that the undertakin� shall be implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to
take into account the effect of the undertakin� on the John M. Amistron� House.
STIPULATTO\S
The F�VHA will ensure that the follo�vin� measures are carried out.
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZATTON OF TFTE HOUSE
A. City Oblioation to Relocate the House to a_n_Altemative Site. The City sliall cause
the House to be relocated and stabilized ���ithin one }'ear of the execution of the MOA
to one of the acceptable sites listed in Appendix A. The relocation of thzHouse �vill
be completed according to the guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
publication"MovingHistoricBuildings"byJohnObedCurtis. Thebuiidingmover
wi Ii be selected by tlle City witti review and concunence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake relocation of the House and stabilization needed to maintain Nationzl
Re�ister listing. Movin� and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e., historic mover; redeveloper}, are listed in Appendix B.
�E. CityConvevance to Redeveloaer. The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
�vith a redeveloper, which �vi11 determine the Relocation Site from Appendi� A. The
House tivill be sold AS IS to a rede�•eloper for reuse as either residential or
commercial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and the House to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-year covenant to the deed
requiring that exterior modifications to the House be in compiiance with the
Secretary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
fails to per£orm the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required.by the
contraot, ownership of the House will re��ert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City orits redeveloper�ti•ill submit
Rehabilitation Plans to HPC and SHPO during the City's SitePlan Revie«' Process,
including the Movin�/Buildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Intzrior's Standards, within the context of
__ character-defining features of the buildin�. The proposed Rehabilitation Pians will
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includebuildin� sitin�, rehabilitation, landscaping, site impror•ements, and adjacent _
new construction that is part of the site plan. If the Move and StabilizaYion Plans (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the buildin� (includin� the interior), the .
remaining plans wiil be revietived separately. Flexibility wiil be allo��•ed in the
review of the interior of the House. HPC �r•ill provide an opportunity forpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO �vill consider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is located �vithin an area that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC will have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monitorin� to ensure that subsequent
treatment and impro�•ements to the exterior of the House are in compliance with the
Secretary of Inteaor's standards. If the proposed rzlocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the City will take every rzasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesi�nated as a St. Paul Heritage Presen�ation Site,
subject to a public revietiv process outlinzd in Chapter 73.
E. Retainine National Reaister Listin�durin� the Ivlove. In accordance n�ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will remain on the National Register ��fiile bein�
moved and after the move is complete. �41'ithin nine months after theHouszhasbeen
moved to its new site and stabilized accordin� to the activities ]isted in Appendix B,
the City shall prepare documentation required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. r�ppendix
C ideutiFies themateriats to be furnished. SHPO sh�!I fo:�vard ta.isdocu::�entationto
the Keeper of the Register as notification of the mo��e in accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b){5).
F. Temoorary Storaoe of House durinQ Mo�•e. If necessary, the City «�ill move the
House to a temporary location to al low timz for neti�� site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub constn�ction schedule. Appropriate measures «•ill be taken to protect
and secure the buildin� durin� this interim period.
G. Protection of the Resource. After the City receives title of the propem� from the
State, appropriate measures �ti•ill be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior to, during and after it is mo�•ed.
II. ARCHAEOLOGY
Onbehalf of FHWA, the City sha11 ensure that an archaeological survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub site and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun•ey shall be
conducted by the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Inteaor's Standards and
Guidelines forldentification (48 CFR44720-23) and takin�into accountrelevantguidelines
of the 5HP0. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the survey meetin� the standards of the Secretap� of the Interior shall be submitted to FHWA
for review and approval.
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F�VA shall evaluate properties identified throu�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eligible for the
National Register, FH�VA shatl comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 500.6.
III. COSTS OF THE MOA
The Si�natories and Concurring Pazties shali be responsible for theirosvn administration and
staff costs associated �vith either document revietic or field work related to this A�reement. ��
Further, the City shall pay costs associated �vith the following: (1) documenfation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation IT; (3) Any other City costs required to complete I�30A stipulations. '
IV. 1�IODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERi1�1INATION, ETC. `�'
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as necessary, shall be accomplished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the original agreemeot.
B. Should the Si�natories ob,}ect tivithin 30 days to the materiats grovided for revie�r
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
�vith the ob}ectin� party to resolve the objection. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FH�VA shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council comment provided in response to such a request ���ill be taken
into account by the FHWA �vith reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
FHWA's responsibility to carry eut zll ections i�nd:r this agreement thet are not the
subjects of the dispute remain unchanged.
C. Ifprovisions of this agreement are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Si�natories shall consult to seek amendment of the agreement. If
- the a�reement is not amended, any Signatory may teaninate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of fhis document will be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. '
FEDERAL HIGH�YAY ADMIMSTRATION
By
Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
Date:
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ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
By
3ohn M. Fo��ler, Executive Director
nIINh�ESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
By
Nina M. Archabal, State Historic Preservation Officer
INVITED SIGNATORY:
CITY OF SA.II�IT PAUL
By
Mayor Norm Coleman
Date:
Date:,_�
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Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attomey
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ST. PAUL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
By
Name and Title of Signer
Date:
CITY OF SATNT PAUL HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY �"
By
Name and Title of Si�ner
Approved to Form
THO;�iAS R. DIMOND
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CITIZENS TO SAVE TFIE ARI4ISTRONG HOUSE
By
Kathryn M. Babcock
Date:
Date:
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently o�vned by City or HRA
Site � 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. 7oseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut south of Ryan Sireet) ._
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and Exchange)
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MOVING AND STA.BTLIZATION ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed eLfove anrl Stabili=e Data can befotrnd in Yolume I, flttachment I ojthe Section 106Report.)
A. MOYE BX HISTORIC lYiOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting the Armstrong House offits existing
foundation, movinJ it alon� city streets and placin� it on a new foundation within a ne�v site. (A
separate contractot �vill be responsible for the ne�v foundation, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities must meet special requirements for moving
historic struchires. Prior to the move, preliminary bracin„ shorin� and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and exterior �vill be completed to allow monitoring of
buildin� condition. Durin� the move, the historic moving contractor will tal:e steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as �vell as protecting or replacin� affected landscapin„ curbs,
etc. The historic movin� contractor will also provide liaSility insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successful completion of the move. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constn�ctive Tdeas that provides a detailed listing of items that �viil be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� Mover and the City at the existing buiidin� location, while the
buildin� is in transit, and at the new building location.
B. NE�V CONSTRUCTION ITEMS
This step includes the activities ofa general contracfor to clear out the existing site of theAmistrong
Aouse 2fter is has been moved, and to grepare the ne�v site for placement of the Armstron� House.
I�'ew site �vork �vill involve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, inciuding a
structural support system. If necessary, a new entry porch �vill be built on the front of the House at
its ne�v location. Depending on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken at the new site to protect adjacent side�valks, frees or structures. Securin� fencing
wiil be provided at both the old site and the ne�v site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed ]isting of items that �vill be the
responsibility of a Generai Contractor and the City at the existing building locafion, while the
building is in transit, and at the ne�v building location.
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C. MI\"Ii�1UlI ELEbIEITS TO RETAi� i P:ATIO\AL REGISTER LIST'IivG
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (5HP0), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House from further deterioration. Correspondenoe &om SHPO dated March 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that �vould not be needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment �. The key elements that are necessary for continued eli�ibility are listed as
follows:
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet piling as necessary to protect street, sidewalk, adjacent structures
♦��Vatl footings, piers for porch footin�s on ne�v site
♦ Poundation walls, sandstone veneer
♦ Tuckpointing, cleanin� and brick repair
♦ Basement beams
♦ Repair or rzplace front entry porches
♦ Remove and replace roofin� surface
♦ Netiv gutters and downspouts
♦ New entrances
♦ Remove and replace windo�vs, or repair existing �vindows
♦ Perimeter caulkin�
D. STABILIZATION AND ASSET PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a general contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House for inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. Ne�v stairs to the basement tvill be consfructed. Loose ot �vaterlogged material �vill be
removed from the house.
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♦ Rear exit stairs; basement stairs
♦ General interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOT'E: Activities irz Parts A D of.4ppendix B will be part of the "rLlove and
Stabilization Plans" referenced in the MOA.
APPENDIX C
Documenta�on required once the Armstron� House is moved
1) A letter no�fyiag the MN-SFiPO the date the property wzs moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and wbite photographs and one set of slides of the house
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspecdves) of the front aad zear of
the house aze required. The lab processin� the film should be able to pass a hygo
(fixer) residue test for fiL*u processin�. (In other words use a reputable vendor for
processing). Tne photographs should be printed on photographic, silver emuLsion
resin-coated paper (not photograpflic color dye paper used by vendors advertising
chrzp developing costs). The photographs should have a one-half inch border.
They should be labeIed on the back usin� a soft pencil wi2h the followin�
information: name of property, county and state, name of photo�apher, date of
photo�ph, location of original negative*, view (camera facing), photograph
number or number depicting vantage point on the sketch map. • The slides should
be a plastic mount with name o£property, county and st2te•and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along with the photogaphs) provided th2t tfie film•is 24
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus-X Paa fi1m.
3) A sketch map (done in black and white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original United State Geological Survey Ivfzp (U.S.G.S.) wIuch depicts tha
locatioa of the house on its new site (Depict location usin; a dot made with a lead
pencil. Do not incIude any other rvritten information on the map).
5) Acreage of the pazcel on which the house is located.
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� parcel's PTN number
$) Name and 2ddzess of property owner(s)
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Addendum to Rezoning Petitior_s fox 235 Chestnut St. and 0 Hill St.
Parfies agreeing to addendum. This addendum to the rezoning petitions for 235
Chestnut Street and 0 Hill Street has been reviewed and agreed to by the following
parties: Saint Paul PED, Historic Irvine Park Association (HIPA), Kevin McGrath and
Molly Femhoi� Patrick and Rita Hawkinson Wamer, Dirk and Ruth Dantuma, Peter
Hilleren, Louis Fillmon and Karen Jason.
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2. Purpose. The parties want to accelerate rezoning of 235 Chestnut Street to permit the
moving of the historic Armstrong House from its present location north of the Xcel Arena
to the site. The site's present zoning is P-1, which aliows only surface parking. Before the
City can issue moving and foundation permits, the site needs to be zoned to pemut
housing. The parties agree that the property on Chestnat Street should be rezoned
to ailow the Armsfrong House to be moved and that the new zoning should be the
most restrictive residential zone in which the house can feasibly be restored and
sold. The City wants to move the house as soon as possibie to open up the site north of
the arena for redevelopment.
3. Simultaneous zoning steps and redevelopment anatysis. IiIPA is negotiating to take
ownership of the Armstrong House and to partner with a developer to restore and market
it. At the time of the filing of the rezoning petitions, HIPA has not had time to select a
partner, complete a project feasibility analysis, or detemune how many residentia( units
will be at the site. While HIPA is working with developers, public agencies, and
contractors to devise a feasible restoration plan for the property, the City and the property
u owners within 100 feet of the Chestnut Street site are initiating three separate residential
rezoning petitions for RT-1 (duplex), RT'-2 (3-4 units), and RM-1 (mu]ti-family) so that
any one of them can be chosen later.
The petitions will initiate the rezoning process at the Planning Commission; the parties
expect that all three alternatives may still be under consideration when the Planning
Comrrussion holds its hearing and makes its recommendation. At least ten days before the
rezoning petitions come before the City Council for third reading and public hearing,
HIPA will have deternuned and submitted to the City in writing which of the three
altemative rezonings fits its restoration plan. The other two petitions will be withdrawn
by the parties. If FiIPA has not made a written recommendation, the parties will
recommend that the Council approve the RT-1 rezoning altemative. As soon as practical
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after the Councii approves a new zoning district, PED will request building permits for =
excavation, a new foundation, and the house move. In addition to the rezoning, other City
aggrovals will be required before building pemuts aze issued, including height and setback
variances, site plan review, and historic review.
4. Nullificafion of the consents given on the rezoning petitions. Most of the petition
signers specifically support the moving and restorarion of the Armstrong House, but
would not support whatever residential development may be pemutted in the zoning
disfsict without the house. If the Armstrong House is not moved to Chestnut Street or
suffers severe damage during the move and cannot be restored, the parties want to retum
the zoning, at least for the time being, to P-1.
5. Attachment to rezoning petitions for RT-1, RT-2, and RM-i. This addendum is
hereby attached to each of the three rezoning petitions as an explanation for why multiple
petitions are being submitted and as a safeguard for the affected neighbors.
6. Signatures of the Parties. I agree with the provisions of this addendum. (Please sign
a�rd date.)
Brian Sweeney, PED
Patrick Wamer
Peter Hilleren
Kevin McGrath
Molly Fernhoiz
Molly Howe Lynn
Rita Hawkinson Warner
Dirk Dantuma
Ruth Dantuma
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Louis Fillmon
Karen Jason
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o�vned, purchased, or sold by THE PET[Tf0\TER tvithin one year prtcedin� th� date of this petition
�cknowledge that �ve have been presented �ei[h the follou�'sno;
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from a P � zoning distcict to ��� district.
2. A copy ofsections �D•��2 tlirouoli ��.�3 inclusive ofthe Saint Paul Zoning Code; and
ncknou9cd;e tliat �ve are awnro oFnll of tlie uses permitted in a � zoning district 2nd we are
a�vare tl�a[ any of these uses cnn be establisl�ed upon Ciry Counc�l approva{ of Ihe rczoning. \Y horeb��
consent to the rcZOnin� of tlie property in thc petition oC; ����—�� �
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ZONING DYSTRICTS ��-`+y�
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SUD'IMARY OF USES ALLO`VED I�' SAI�'T PAUL ZO\ING DISTRICTS
RESIDEtiTIAL
CO3I�IERCIAL
R-LL, R-1, R-3, R-3, R-4 One-Famil}•
One-family dtiG•ellings
Schools, libraries, parks, churches
Convznts, rectories
Family day care (10) and group famity day care (14)
Group day care in a non-residzntial structure
Home occupations
Bed and breakfasts w/one guest room
Community residential facilities (56 residents)
Cartia�e house drvellin�s (historically existin�)*
Cemeteries*
Clustzr developments*
Colleges, univzrsities*
Com•crsions of non-residential structures and
residzntiai structures over 9,040 sq. ft*
Golfcourses, private rzcreation facilities*
RT-1 Tti�'o-Famih•
All R-4 uszs
T«'o-family homes
Group day carz
�ratzmity and sororiry houses*
Bed and breakfasts ��•/up to 4 guest rooms*
RT-3 To���nhouse
All RT-1 uses
Three- and four-family d��•ellings
To�cnhouses «•ith up to 6 units
Communiry residential facilities (7-16)*
I2D1-1 Dlultiple Family
All RT-2 uses � .
Apartment buildings (s3 stories)
Rootning and boardin� houses*
12,1I-2 DIultiple Famil}•
All Rivt-1 uses
Apartmznt buitdings (<5 stories)
Elderl}• housing support services
Hospitals, nursin� homes*
iL�t-3 �'Iultiple r'atuily
Hi�h dznsity, high rise apartments
Churches, day care (all types)
Eldzrly housing suppoR services
Comm�mity residential facilities'�
Hospitals"
Acczssory retail service and office uses*
OS-1 Local Office-Ser�'ice
Business oftices such as banks, insurance, real estate
Professiona( offices such as medical clinics,la�v ofTices
Artist and photographer studios �
Sen•ice businesses such as photocopying, �vatch and
shoe rzpair, tailor shops, barber and beauty shops
Day care (all types)
Schools, colleges, libraries, parks, churches
Mixed commercial/residzntial uses
hiultiple-family d�vellin�s
Community residential facilities (16)
Publically o�vned buildings, public utility buildin�s*
OS-2 General Office-Serti•ice
All OS-1 uses
Post oftices and similar eo�•emmental offices
Retail businesses such as grocery, etc. (s 10,000 sq. ft.)
Restaurants and bars, e�cept dri�•e-in or fast-food
Hotets and hospitals
Laundries and dry cleaning (retail outlet)
nfanufacturin� of small precision goods
Carria�e house d�vellin?s
Retail businesses (>I0,000 sq. ft.)*
B-1 Locai Business
�fost OS-i uses
Retail businesses such as grocery, bakery, dnigs, books.
ciothin„ hard�care, florist, carry-out restaurants
Laundries and dry cleanin� (retail outlet)
Post ofT3czs and similar govemmental offices
Vfixed commercial/residentiai uses
�fultiple-family d�vellings*
B-2 Communitp Business
All B-1 uses
Sercice businesses «'ith a shonTOOm or workshop such
as contractor, baker, paintzr, appliance repair
Restaurants and bars, excep[ drive-in or fast food
Food caterin�
Coffez kiosks
Pricatz halis and clubs, health clubs
"l�htaters, Uiit�o halis, asscmbly hal'ss
Currency exchange businesses
Vetzrinary clinics, tatoo parlors
Auto sen�ice stations, con��enience and specialty stores"
Pool hells, bon•ling aileys, game rooms and other t}y��
of indoor commercial recreation*
Pa��r shops*
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EXhibit 3- City Council Resolufion for Apri125, 2001
Smith Avenue Transit Hub
Aevelopment Program Description
The Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub proposes an above-ground
combination bus layover facility and parking ramp that includes the following elements:
♦ Up to 1,400 parking stalls, of which approximately 30% aze for caz/van pool;
♦ A bus layover facility for at least 16 buses;
♦ 100 b�lce lockers;
♦ Up to 25,000 squaze feet of future retaiUcommercial along West Seventh street.
The facility will be divided by Smith Avenue into a north structure and a south structure
connected by bridges at the elevated levels for car and pedestrian traffic. Smith Avenue will
likely provide primary entrance/exit to and from the transit hub for buses, commuter/contract
parkers and event parkers, retail service access, van access ar. bt�ces, as well as pro��ide for four
lanes of vehicular traffic. Sidewallcs, including one covered walk within the ramp structure will
provide for a pedestrian friendly use of Smith Avenue.
The street-level bus layover facility will accommodate peak time metro bus layover for at least
16 buses. Metro Transit facilities on the site will include all weather shelter accessible to the
public from Smith Avenue, bus driver facilities, a with drivers room, general storage and a
supervisors office. The bus layover facility will also serve charter buses for RiverCentre, the Xcel
Energy Center, the Ordway, and the Science Museum of MN. Such charter buses will shaze the
facility, to the degree it is not needed for Metro Transit bus layover, and will utilize the majority
of the bus portion of the transit hub at non-peak times and on weekends.
The aesthetic design of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub will be of urban character with roof top
parking. The facility will be set back from West Seventh Street to accommodate the construction
of retaiUcommercial space. Up to 25,000 S.F. of high bay retail space at street level will eictend
the length of the facility along West Seventh Street and will provide a variety of tenant frontages
up to 75 feet deep set back from the curb approxunately 15 feet. There will be a pedestrian
connection across West Seventh Street to the Xcel Energy Center via tunnel, skyway, or at grade.
K�SharefiPedvSchiecke�2vIISC PROIECTSS�IITH TRANSIT HS7B�Ez}ubit C- Project Desctipfion.wpd
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39 WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") among the Federal Highway Admiuistration
40 ("FHWA"), the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation ("ACHP") the Minnesota Histozical Preservation
41 Office ("SHPO") and the City along with concuu•ing parties has been negotiated and attached in E�ibit 1;
42 and
43
44 WHEREAS, Saint Paul Heritage Preservation Conmvssion ("HPC") hosted the required public meeting
45 required by the federal Section 106 process on August 10, 2000 concerning the House and Smith Avenue
46 Transit Aub; and
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48 WF�REAS, HPC has passed two resolutions conceining the House ( HPC Res 99-4 on July 22, 1999
49 and Res. 01-1 on January 11 , 2001). The second resolution supports execution by HPC of the MOA, subject
50 to its normal review with respect to municipal preservation matters as descn�beSY`m Chapter 73 of the Saint
51 Paul L,egislative code (see E�ibit 1, Stipulation I C and D); and �
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V1�IEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of the 5 en Corners Gateway Area of Saint
Pau1, including significant views of the Saint Paul Cathedral, Xcel En gy Center and other important
landmarks; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes other projects t at are under consideration including transit
projects such as the Riverview Corridor and the Trolley, and er parking projects for Holiday Inn Aotel,
United/Children's Hospitals, and others; and
WI�,REAS, a parking supply and demand study r the western end of Downtown, including the
Smith Avenue Transit Hub, United Hospital campus, oliday Inn Hotel etc,. Will be compieted shortly to
assist the City: (1) in the coordination between pen ' g parking and transit projects in the westem end of
Downtown and (2) in helping detennine the final ber of pazking spaces to be financed and constructed as
part of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project.
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67 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLV D, that the City Council approves and directs the following:
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69 1. Accepts the final Section 106 Smith Av ue Transit Hub Report, Voluxnes 1-5. This includes Volume 5
70 which was prepared after the required pu ic hearing on August 10, 2000 at the Saint Paul Heritage
71 Preservation Commission and contains 1 written testimony of interested parties and the City's response to
72 the testimony.
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2. Approves proceeding with the S'th Avenue Transit Hub Project and accepts the now $6.2 million grant
from Federal government for the roject and directs staff to complete securing at least $2.0 million from
Metro Transit, which will be us toward the transit component of the Project.
3. Approves execution of
by appropriate City offici�
PED staffthat aze consist
of Agreement substantially in the form as attached in E�bit 1,
and with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney aud
with the actions taken in this Resolution.
82 4. Accepts title to the ouse and surrounding land from the State of Minnesota with the condition imposed by
83 2000 Legislature that exchange for the House being donated to the City, the City agree that the House be
84 preserved at an alte ative site and directs staff to complete acceptance.
85
86 5. City selects Site # 7 the former Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut St. south of Ryan Street) as the site to
87 wbich the House will be moved and stabilized for residential reuse, names Historic Irvine Pazk Association as
88 Redeveloper, and approves attached Memorandum of Intent in substantially the same form as attached in
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89 E�ubit2 with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney and PED staff that aze
90 consastent with the actions taken in this Resolution. Siting, move and stabilization activities of the House on
91 Site #7 will be reviewed by the HPC as fiuther described in the lines 48-51 above�;;-
92
93 6. Authorizes City staff to commence and complete vacation process to convey Site #7 - Plastics to HRA, who
94 in turn will convey to the Redeveloper.
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96 7. Accepts rezoning petitions for the former Plastics Pazking I,ot and authorizes
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8. Requests HRA to cause:
process to begin.
A) the House to be moved and stabilized and directs appropriate ff to retain a historic mover and any
other contractors necessary to move and stabilize the House at rte # 7, consistent with the City's
obligations described in the Memorandum of Agreement in P agraph 3 above.
B} Use fhe $2375 million dollars whicfl ha�e previously en budgeted in HRA Res. 00-6/14-3 to
move and stabilize the House on behalf of the City. F er the City Council understands these HRA
monies are interim funds to the City that shall be reim sed to the HRA no later than the closing on
the financing for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub by t e City.
9. City staff is to continue design and traffic work on t Project on this gateway site to the Downtown by
Collaborative Design Group Architects(Dick Faricy, 1 Hickey, et. a1.) and SRF Consulting Crroup, in
conjunction with other projects under consideration ' the project area including Riverview Corridor, Trolley
and other parking projects in the area..
10. After completion of the parking demand stu for the western end of Downtown, which will assist in the
coordination of pending parking and transit pro' cts in the area, the Adnvnistration shall return to the City
Council and recommend:
(i) the number of parking spaces and
(ii) the design concept for Project de
(rii) the Finance Plan for the Project�
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123 E�ibit 1-Copy of draft Dec 17, :
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125 E�ibit 2- Draft Memorandum of
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127 E�ibit 3- Description of the D v
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to be buik for the Project
in E�ibit 3
will be developed by PED and Financial Services.
to City Council Resoiution
MOA with City, FHWA, SHPO, ACHP, et al
with Redeveloper of House at Plastic Parking Lot 5ite
Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project
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DRAFT - DECEMBER 13, 2000
MEMORANDiM OF AGREEMENT
AMONG
THE FEDERAL HIGH`VAY AD�IIIVISTRATION,
THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
THE MINNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
AND THE CITY OF SAI�'T PAUL,
FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN DI.
CK�I��Iy Z1I�MS�7`►[il�:i��►Tl�.`��`►11L�7
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FHtiVA)
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, Mi
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o� .y a��
� to fund a portion of a transit
and
WHEREAS, the FHWA has determined that this project, t Smith Avenue Transit Hub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong Ho e(House), a double-house listed on the
National Register of Historic Places (National Regist ,
WHEREAS, the FHWA has consulted with th Ad��isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State Historic Preservat' n Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the regulati s(36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U. .C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Housing and Re velopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have rticipated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memorandum of Agree ent (tiIOA); and
WHEREAS, the HPC serves as a advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipa]
heritage preservation matters as o lined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati�e code (Chapter 73);
and
WHEREAS, several Interest Parties have participated in the consultation through public meetings,
work sessions and revie of documentation, includin� Tom Dimond, Kathryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to S e the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Association, and severa ther interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kat n Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
WHEREAS, under innesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire propert from the State that is needed to proceed with the Transit Aub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle ite, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
altemative site t preserve it; and
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical research summarized in a report entitled, "Smith
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Seazch for Archaeological Potential and Historic Buiidin� ensity
Survey" (7uly 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WHEREAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smi venue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kellogg Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Str t and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any prop on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement
NOW, TF3EREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the
that the undertaking shall be implemented in accordance with the f
take into account the effect of the undertakin� on the John M. Ar�
The FWHA will ensure that the following measures ar�arried out.
(the "Signatories") agree
ig stipulations in order to
; House.
I. RELOCATION AND STABTLIZATION F THE HOUSE
A. Ci Obli ation to Relocate the use to an Alternative Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated and st ilized �vithin one year ofthe execution of the MOA
to one of the acceptabte sites li ed in Appendix A. The relocation ofthe House will
be completed according
publication "Moving Hi:
will be selected by the Ci
to undertake relocation `
Register listing. Mov �
its designee {i.e., hi oric
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to e guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
o c Buildings" by John Obed Curtis. The building mover
with review and concurrence by SF3P0. The City a�
F the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
and stabilization activities to be compieted by the City, or
mover; redeveloper), are listed in Appendix B.
�nve anc o Redevelo er. The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
edevelo er, which will determine the Relocation Site from Appendix A. The
will sold AS IS to a redeveloper for reuse as either residential or
rcia at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
H se to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
i that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance with the
ry of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
t, ownership of ihe House will revert to the City.
C. ehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City or its redeveloper �cill submit
efiabilitation PIans to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Pian Revie�r Process,
including the Moving/Buildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
character-defining features of the buildin�. The proposed Rehabilitation Ptans will
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include building sitin�, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improvements, and adjace
new construction that is part ofthe site plan. Ifthe Move and Stabilization Pla (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to compl on of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the buildin� (including the in rior), the
remaining plans will be reviewed sepazately. Flexibility will be a«•ed in the
review ofthe interior of the House. HPC will provide an opportwii orpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO �' 1 consider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is loca d within an area that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HP will have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monito�ng to ensure that subsequent
treatment and improvements to the exterior of the�ouse are in compliance with the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed elocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter ,, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesignated a a St. Paul Herita�e Presen Site,
subject to a public review process outlined � Chapter 73.
E.
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will
znoved and after the move is complet
moved to its new site and stabilized •
the City shall prepare documentati :
C identifies the materials to be fu is:
the Keeper of the Register as n ific
Section 60.14(b)(5).
lu � a the Move. In accordance «�ith 36 CFR
r am on the National Register �vhile being
GVithin nme months after the House has been
�cording to the activities listed in Appendix B,
required by 36 CFR Section 6Q.14. Appendix
�ed. SHPO shall fonvazd this documentation to
ition of the move in accordance �cith 36 CFR
F. Tem�orary_Stora e of Ho e durin Moae. If necessary, the City will move the
House to a temporary loc ion to allow time for ne�v site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub construct' n schedule. Appropriate measures will be taken to protect
and secure the buildin during this interim period.
G. Protection of the source. After the City receives title of the property from the
State, appropriat measures will be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior t, during and after it is moved.
On behalf of F WA, the City shall ensure that an azchaeolo�ical survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub ite and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun�ey shall be
conducte y the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Siandards and
Guideli s for ldentification (48 CFK 44720-23) and takin� into account relevant �uidelines
of the O. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the s ey meetin� the standards of the Secretary of the Interior shall be submitted [o FHWA
for eview and approval.
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IV
FHWA shall evaluate properties identified through the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eligible for the
Narional Register, FHWA shall�comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6.
COSTS OF THE MOA
The Signatories and Concurrin� Parties shail be responsible for their own admi ' tration and
staff costs associated �vith either document revie�v or field �vork related to t' Agreement.
Further, the City shall pay costs associated with the foliowing: (1) documen tion, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology suru y and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other Ciry costs required to complete OA stipulations.
MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, ETC.
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as ne essary, shall be accompiished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the origi al agreement.
B. Should the Signatories object within 36 days the materials provided for review
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of t's agreement, the FHWA shall consult
with the objecting party to resolve the obj tion. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FHW shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council comment provi ed in response to such a request will be taken
into account by the FHWA with re rence only to the subject of the dispute•, the
C.
FHWA's responsibility to carry o all actions under this agreement that are not the
subjects of the dispute remain u hanged.
Ifprovisions of this a�reeme are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Signat 'es shall consult to seek amendment ofthe a�eement. If
the agreement is not am ded, any Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementarion of ' terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertakin n historic
properties. A photocopy of this document will be deemed to be an o ginal by the
Signatories.
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESEI�VATION
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John M. Fowler, Executive Director
MINNESOTA STATE
Bv
ATION OFFICE
Nina M. Archabal, Stat,�Historic Preservation Officer
INVTTED SIGNA
CITY OF SAIN� PAUL
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Coleman
Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
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co��cux:
ST. PAUL HERTTAGE PRESER'VATION COi�'INIISSION
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Name and Title of Signer
CITY OF 5AINT PAUL HOUSING AND REDEVELOPM�NT AUTHORITY
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Name and Title of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
CITIZENS TO SAVE TH�ARMSTRONG HOUSE
Date;
Date:
B Date:
Kathryn M. B cock
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently owned by City � HRA.
Site # 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut �outh of Ryan Street)
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut �d Exchange)
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APPENDIX B �
MOVING AND STABILIZATION
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed Move and Stabilize Data can be found in Yolz:me 1, Attachment I
A. MOVE BY fIISTORIC MOVING CONTRACTOR
Section 106Report.)
This step includes the activities involved in physically liftin the Armstrong House off its existing
foundation, moving it along city streets and placing it on new foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractor will be responsible for the new foun tion, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities st meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary b cing, shorinJ and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and ex rior will be completed to aliow monitoring of
building condition. During the move, the histo ' moving contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as p otecting or replacing affected landscaping, curbs,
etc. The historic moving contractor will also ovide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successful completion of the move. ncluded in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas th . provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility of the Historic Building M er and the City at the existing building location, while the
building is in transit, and at the new bu' ing location.
B. NE`V
This step includes the activities a general contractor to clear out the existing site ofthe Amistrong
House after is has been moved and to prepare the new site for placement of the Armstron� House.
New site �vork wi11 invotve onstructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support system. I necessary, a new entry porch will be built on the front of the House at
its new location. Depend' g on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a
steps will be taken at'�
will be provided at bc
dated May 4, 2000�
responsibility of a
building is in tran t,
lev surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
h' ew site to protect adj acent sidewalks, trees or structures. Securing fencing
�' the old site and the new site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
m Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
eneral Contractor and the City at the existin� building location, while the
and at the new building location.
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C. NIINIMUM ELEMENTS TO RETAIN NATIONAL REGISTER
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office ( O), this step
involves the absolute minimum unprovements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House &om further deterioration. Correspondence from SHPO da d Mazch 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that wo d not be needed for
continued eli�ibility of the FIouse. That correspondence is included � Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment I). The key elements that are necessary for cont� ed eli;ibility are listed as
follows: �
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Excavation and grading of new site
Sheet piling as necessary to protect street,
Wall footin�s, piers for porch foorings on
Foundation walls, sandstone veneer
Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick repai�
Basement beams
Repair or replace &ont entry porch �
Remove and replace roofing surf e
New gutters and downspo�ts �,�
New entrances �
site
adjacent structures
Remove and replace windo s, or repair existin� windows
Perimeter caulking �
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D. STABILIZATION AND ASS�`T PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a ge eral contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House for i spection. Minimum electrical service will be provided forbasic
lighting. New stairs to the base ,'ent will be constructed. Loose or waterlogged material will be
removed from the house. �
♦ Mmi
♦ Reaz
♦ eiene
♦ Envi
eiectncalservice
stairs; basement stairs
interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
mentai clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOTE: A tivities in Parts A-I3 of Appendix B will be part of the "Move and
tabilization PZans"referenced in the MOA.
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Documentation required once the Armstrong House is moved
1) A letter notifying the MN-SHPO the date the property was moved,�
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2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and white photographs aad one set of �des of the hovse
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspectives) o the froat aad rear of
the house aze required. The lab processia� the film should e able to pass a hypo
(fixer) residue test for film processin�. (In other words ; a reputable vendor for
processing), The photographs should be printed on pho, ' graphic, silver emulsion
resin-coated paper (not ghotograpluc color dye paper � ed by vendors advertising
cheap developing costs). The photographs should ve a ane-half inch border.
They shouid be labeled on the back usin� a soft p�cil wzth the followiag
information: name of property, county and
photo�aph, location of original aegative*,
number or number depicting vantage point
be a plastic mount with name of property c
will accept the negatives (along with the
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus-X Pan ,
3) A sketch map (done in black aad
4) An original United State Geolo€
location of the house on its new
pencil. Do not include any othe�
S) Acreage of the pazcel on
� Legal Description of the
� Parcel's PIN number �F
8) Name and address o rpr�
,'name of photographer, date of
(camera faciag), photograph
: sketch map. • The slides should
+ and state�and date. *The SHPO
aphs) provided that the film•is 24
which depicts the hovse on its new site
Survey Map (LT-S.G.S.} which depicts the
(Depict locatioa using a dot made with a lead
tten information on the map).
tfie house is located.
owner(s)
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Rehabilitation of tfie Armstrona House f"House"1
Memorandum Of Intent
Redeveloaer. Site and Reuse of the Relocated House
Redeveloper of the House wi41 be the Nistoric trvine Park Associ on ("HIPA"). The site to which
the House wiil be relocated is the former Plastics parking lot at hestnut and South of Ryan
(the"Site"). The Redeveloper at its sole discretion may seek a ditional partner(s) after a RFQ
process is completed by the Redeveloper. At this time, the edeveloper plans to form a
Limited Liability Corporation ("LLC") to undertake the rem ' ing rehabilitation after the City or
HRA completes move and stabiiization activities describ in the Memorandum of Agreement
("MOA") attached in Exhibit A.
Rehabilitation of the House would be residential reus . The density on the site will be effectively
controlied by the Redeveloper through the processir�g of one of three rezonings (RT-1, RT-2,
RM-1) attached in Exhibit B. ,,/�
Phase 1: Pubfic Hearing on House and
(April 4, 2001)
Citv and HRA
Transit Hub before City Council
1. Staff recommends at Public Hearing�'`on House and Smith Avenue Tra�sit Hub that (1) the
House be moved and stabilized at Plastics site, (2) recommend HIPA as Redeveloperand
support execution of Memo of Int nt with Redeve{oper and (3) Smith Avenue Transit Hub
project be approved.
2. City Council considers the R�olution to execute MOA; name Site and Redeveloper;
convey property to HRA for �isposition; accept HRA Budget of $2.375 M to undertake MOA
obligatians; accept 3 separ�te zoning petitions for the Site and related actions concerning
the Smith Avenue Transit,�iub.
3. HRA agrees to e
and reconvey at
hoid a pubiic he�
a portion of the �
Redeveloper
�fiv10A, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
� to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabitizing and
i land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a doilar plus
delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
1. At Public Hear"' g on April 4, 2001, on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub (A) support
business poin s outlined in this Memo of Intent (B) provide adopted neighborhood resolution
approved M ch 20, 2001(C) provide sufficient signatures from immediate neighbors for
three separ te (RT-2, RT-1, RM-1) zoning petitions to the City as Applicant, that would be
processed imultaneously. The Redeveloper wiil notify in writing the City as Petitioner 10
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days before by the third reading on the rezoning (Public Hearing meeting on rezoning),
which one of the three rezoning it wishes the City Council to adopt; whereupon the City will
withdraw the two remaining petitions. �f the City is not notified the dgfault rezoning is RT -1.
The finai adopted rezoning will determine the density, and only the/6niy structure on the Site
will be the House unless Redeveloper recommends and finances�dditional structures.
Phase 2= MOA
(April to May 15, 2001)
Citv and HRA
1. City, SHPO, ACHP, FHWA execute MOA. Also G
Dimond, and Save the Armstrong wi41 be invited to
2. Compfetes transfers of state land and House on
3. Vacation process for transfer of title of iand
is underway already for Hill Street adjacent
4. Draft covenant about future rehab to the
5. Rezoning and Variance process for the
back yard variance may aiso be neces€
Variance by end of July] ,�
Parties HRA, HPC, Tom
Circle to City from State.
House to HRA. (Separate vacation process
� Site on the south.)
structure described in attached MOA.
Variance for height will be necessary and a
[Estimated completion of Rezoning and
6. HRA agrees to execute MOA, app�ves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Closing to Rede�loper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a public hearing on land sal of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dolfar plus
a portion of the cost of deliveri the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redeveloper
1. Select partner(s), if any
Phase 3: Between Exe
Redeveloper
(Mid May to Fall 200
Citv and HRA
RFQ, arrange financing etc.
of MOA and Ciosing on Conveyance of House and Site fo
4 to 6 months)
1. Retain CPMI as�oject Manager for MOA move and stabilization under MOA. SRF through
Ann Hopkins wil'also be involved. 106 Group will be used for archeology on the Site in
advance of mo e. The City's Architect wili be the Collaborative Design Group for which Dick
Faricy works.�
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2. Retain historic mover approved by SHPO. Retain Contractor to build
3. City funds archeology, move and stabilization, and security activities.
4. City wiN expfore ways to make Historic Tax Credit availabfe to
etc.
is $2.375 M
5. Move and Stabilization Plans (siting of House, etc.) will require H C and SHPO review, as
well as City Site Plan review process and variances.
6. City keeps House secure until Ciosing. �
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7. City prepares documentation for continued National Regist, r listing of House.
Redevelooer
1. Two (2) designated representatives of Redeve
Involved with the exact siting of the House on
stabilization activities).
Phase 4: Closing between City, HRA and
Land (after stabilization at Site)
(Estimated Closing November 15, 200
House rehabilitated with Certificate of
of Closing, estimated to by Novembe�
Citv and HRA
1. City conveys title of House a
Deed to Redeveloper and e:
Covenant recorded. ,�
Redeveloper
attend meetings with CPMI, etc.
(Comment only on move and
on Conveyance ofHouse and
sooner)
�pancy compiete and marketing within two years
15,2003)
and HRA conveys title of House and land by Quit Claim
s Escrow Funds if any funds remain from $2.375 M;
At closing on land an House for $1 plus the cost of delivering sewer to the site, after
completion of move nd stabilization, Redeveloper accepts the House AS IS, covenant is
recorded, reverter I nguage in deed, and if and only if there remains a balance on the City's
$2.375 M, City es blishes escrow fund for the Redeveloper on a reimbursement basis for
the remaining re abilitation of the House with appropriate documentation and approval by
City's Project M nager, CPMI. Escrow funds, if any, would be available for utility
connections f water and electrical, etc.
2. Undertake �fid complete rehabilitation, after review of Rehabilitation Plans by HPC and
SHPO ,[i.e., get Certificate of Occupancy ] and market property within 2 years of Closing.
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Attachments to Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et ai.
Exhibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot
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DRAFT - AECEMBER 13, 2000
MEMORANDUII OF AGREr;i1�i,VT
Ai�10NG
TFIE FEDERAL HIGFIEVA'Y AD�SIIVISTRA
THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC P�R�ERVATION,
THE MINNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESE ATION OFFICE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI\T P
FOR TAE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN hI.
HOUSE Ari'D
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CONSTRTJCTION OF TIiE SNIITH A� NUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MI ' SOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Hi�hway Administrati n(FH«'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Rams County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the FHWA has determined
have an adverse effect on the John M.
National Register of Historic Places (I�
this proj ect, the Smith Avenue Transit Hub project, will
istrong House (House), a double-house listed on the
al Register);
WHEREAS, the FHWA has con�ulted with the Ad��isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State H' foric Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City ofSt. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursua to the regulations (36 CFR Part 800) implem�nting Section 106 of
the National Aistoric Preserv ton Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul using and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commissio (HPC) have participated in thz consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memor um of Agreement (v10A); and
WHEREAS, the HP serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipal
heritage preservati matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. PauPs legislative code (Chapter 73);
and
WHEREAS, s eral Interested Parties have participated in the consultation through public meetings,
work sessio and review of documentation, includin, Tom Dimond, ICathryn Babcock -
representin Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Associati , and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated 7une 2000.
Tom Di ond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
WH�EAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws Z000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed with the Transit Hub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
altemative site to preserve it; and �
p� _y'�
�IHEREAS, the City has completed historical reseazch summarized in a report entitled, "Smith
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search Yor Archaeological Potential and Historic Buildin� Intensity
Survey" (JuIy 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WHEREAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kello�g Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Street d I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any prope on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement;
NOW, THEREFO1tE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the
that the undertaking shall be implemented in accordance with the f
take into account the effect of the undertakin; on the 7ohn M. A�
The FWHA will ensure that the following
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZA'
carried out.
OF THE HOUSE
(the "Signatories") agree
Zg stipulations in order to
; House.
A. Cit Obli ation to Relocate t� House to an Alternative Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated a stabilized «�ithin one year of the execution ofthe MOA
to one of the acceptable si s listed in Appendix A. The relocation of the House will
be completed accordin� to the guidelines set forth in the National Park Service
publication "Moving I�storic Buildings" by John Obed Curtis. The buildin� mover
will be selected by t,�City with review and concurrence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake reloc ion o£ the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
Re?ister listing. ovin� and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e„historic mover; redeveloper), aze listed in Appendix B.
B. CitV Conve "nce to Redevelo ec The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
with a rede 'eloper, which �vill determine the Relocation Site from Appendix A. The
House w'y71 be sold AS IS to a rede��eloper for reuse as either residential or
comme �ial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and t�ouse to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
requ ng that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance with the
Sec�etary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
f ls to perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
ontract, ownership of the House wiil revert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City or its redeveloper �cill submit
Rehabilitation Pians to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Plan Revie«� Process,
including the Moving/Building Permit process, for review znd concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
character-defining features of the building. The proposed Rehabilitation Plans will
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include building siting, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improcemenis, and adj acent
new construction that is part of the site plan. Ifthe Move and Stabilization Plans (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the building (includin� the interior), the
remainin� plans will be reviecved separately. Flexibility will be allo �•ed in the
review of the interior ofthe House. HPC will provide an opportunity f ublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO wil onsider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is locate �vithin an uza that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC ill have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for lon� term monitori � to ensure that subsequent
treatment and improvements to the exterior of the H se are in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed r ocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 7, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesignated a St. Paul Herita�e Presen Site,
subject to a public review process outlined in Chapter 73.
E.
moved and after the move is
moved to its new site and st;
the City shail prepare docur
C identiFies the materials to
the Keeper of the Register ;
Section 60.14(b)(5). �
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will
r�nQ the Move In accordance ���ith 36 CFR
.main on the National Register «•hite bein�
R'ithin nine months after the House has been
accordin� to the activities listed in Appendix B,
n required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. Appendix
shed. SHPO shall fo:��ard t�ss docus�en±ationto
cation of the move in accordance ti��ith 36 CFR
F. Tem�orarv Stora�e oF I�Iouse durina Mo�•e. If necessary, the City will move the
House to a temporary - cat o to allow time for new site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub const 4'ction schedule. Appropriate measures �z'ill be taken to protect
and secure the buil}��n� durin� this interim period.
G. Protection of th��Resource. After the City receives title of the propem� from the
State, appropri�te measures ���ill be taken by the City to protect and secure the
building priorfto, during and after it is moved.
Onbehalf of F WA, the City shall ensure that an archaeolo�ical survey is conducted onthe
Transit Hub 1te and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun•ey shall be
conducted b the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Standards and
Guideline or ldentification (48 CFR 44720-23) and takin� into account relevant guidelines
of the S O. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the surv meetin� the standards of the Secretary of the Interior shalt be submittzd to FHWA
for red w and approval.
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III.
FHWA shall evaluate properties identified tYirou�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eli�ible for the
National Re�ister, FHWA shall�comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6.
COSTS OF THE MOA
The Si�natories and Concurring Parties shall be responsible for their own ad�ninistration and
staff costs associated with ei±her document revie�v or field work related `�this A�eement.
Further, the City shall pay costs associated with the fotlowin�: (1) doc entation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeoloa survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other City costs required to com�pTete MOA stipulations.
IV. MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, Fc3'C. �
A. Modification or amendment of this a�reeme�as necessary, shall be accomplished
by the Signatories in the same manner as,ik`ie original a�reemen[.
B. Should the Si�natories object withinf�0 days to the materials provided for review
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E a�II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
with the objecting party to resolu� ``the objection. If the FHWA determinzs that the
objection cannot be resolved, ttf'e FHWA shali request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council com nt provided in response to such a request �vill be taken
into account by the FHW�
FHWA's responsibiliry
subjects ofthe dispute en
C. Ifprovisions of
of its execution,
the agreement '
800.6(c)(8). �
with reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
carry out a!I ac#ions under th:s agreemenE that are not the
iain unchanged.
ii a�reement are not carried out within three (3) years from the date
e Signatories shall consult to seek amendment ofthe aereement. If
not amended, any Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of this document wili be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. �
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADNIIiVISTRATION
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Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC
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John M. Fowler, Executive Director
MINNESOTA5TATE
By
Nina M. Archabal, �
INVITED SIGNAT(�
CITY OF
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Coleman
ATION OFFICE
Preservation Officer
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Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attorney
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ST. PAiIL HERITAGE PRESERVATION CObIMISSION
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Name and Title of Signer
CITY OF SAINT PAUL HOUSING AND
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Name and Titie of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
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AUTAORITY �
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CITIZENS TO
THE ARMSTRONG HOUSE
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently owned by City or HRA
Site. # 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chesmut south af Ryan Street)
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and
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APPENDIX B �
MOVING AND STABILIZATTON ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detniled Move and Stabilize Data can be found in Yolume 1, Attachment I of the Secti,�r'r�106 Report.)
A. MOVE BY HISTORIC MOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting th,eirlrmstrong House off its existing
foundation, moving it along city streets and placin� it on a ne.�v foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractor will be responsible for the new foundat�, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities mus meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary bra n�, shorin� and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and ext or will be completed to allow monitoring of
building condition. During the move, the histo movin� contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as p, tecting or replacing affected landscaping, curbs,
etc. The historic movin� contractor will also� ovide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successfiil completion of the move.!'Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas tl t provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� N�o'ver and the City at the existing buiiding location, while the
buildin; is in transit, and at the new b,�filding location.
B. NE�V CONSTRUCTIQ�i ITEMS
This step includes the activiti s of a general contractor to clear out the existing site ofthe Armstrong
House after is has been mo ed, and to prepare the new site for placement of the Armstron� House.
New site work will invo�Ve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support syste�: If necessary, a new entry porch will be built on the front of the House at
its new location. Dep�,'nding on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a%level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken �# the new site to protect adjacent sidewalks, trees or structures. Securin� fencing
will be provided a# both the old site and the new site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 20k�0, from Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility�6f a General Contractor and the City at the existing building location, while the
building is in transit, and at the new building location.
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C. MI1VI:vIUtII ELE1lIENTS TO RETAi\ IyiA'i'IO\AL REGISTER LISTING
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Iiistoric Preservation Office (SHPO), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House from further deterioration. Correspondence from SHPO dated Marc �7, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that would not. e needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the S�`i�ion 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment I). The key elements that are necessary for continued eiij bility are listed as
follows: ,%'
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet piling as necessary to protect street, sidezvall
♦ Wall footings, piers for porch footin�s on new site
♦ Foundation walls, sandstone veneer i
♦ Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick repajr �
♦ Basementbeams �
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♦ Repair or replace front entry porc,hes
♦ Remove and replace roofin; sqrface
♦ New gutters and downspouts%"
♦ New entrances /�
adjacent structures
♦ Remove and replace wineTows, or repair existin� windows
♦ Perimeter caulking �'
D. STABILIZATION AND A5'SET PROTECTION
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This step involves activities by a�;�eneral contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House fdr inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. New stairs to the basement will be constructed. Loose or waterlogged material will be
removed from the house. ;i
i electrical setvice
stairs; basement stairs
♦ Ge�ierai interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
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�% Stabilization Plans" referenced in the MOA.
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APPENDIX C
Documentation required once the Armstrong House is moved
1) A letter no�fying the 2vIN-SHPO the date the property was moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black aad wlute photographs and one set
on its new site. Two or more different views (persp� -`_._ _, .
tfie house ate required. The lab processin� the film
(fixer) residue test for film. grocessin�. (Ia other wo
processing). The photographs should be printed on
resin-coated paper (not photo�aphic color dye pa
chea developino costs), 'Tfie photographs sho t
ies of the house
front and reu of
io be able to pass a hypo
s" e a reputable veador for
otographic, silver emuLsion
used by vendors advertising
ve a one-half inch border.
p =
They should be labeled on the back using a so pencil with the following
information: name of property, county and te, name of photo�apher, date of
photooraph, location of original negative* view (camera facing), photograph
number or number depicting vantage po' t oa the sketch map.. The slides should
be a plastic mount with name of prop , couaty and stxte�and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along wi e photo�aphs) provided tI�t the film• is 24
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus- Pan film•
3) A sketch map (done in black d white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original United State ological Survey Map (U.S.G.S.) which depicts the
location of the house o. ts new site (Depict location usin� a dot made with a Iead
pencil. Do not includ y other written information on the map).
5) Acreage of the p, el on which the house is Iocated.
� Legal Descrip 'on of the pazcel
� Parcel's P number
8) Name d address of property owner(s)
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I. Parties agreeing to addendum. This addendum to the
Chestnut Street and 0 I-Till Sueet has been reviewed and
parties: Saint Paul PED, H'istoric Irvine Park Associati<
Molly Femholz, Patrick and Rita Hawkinson Wamer�
Hiileren, Louis Fillmon and Kazen Jason.
Purpose. The parties want to accelerate
moving of the historic Armstrong House f
to the site. The site's present zoning is P-
City can issue moving and foundation peri
housing. The parties agree that the p�o
to allow the Armstrong House to be�ma
most restrictive residential zone i�whic
�omn petitions for 235
re to by the following
A), Kevin McGrath and
and Ruth Dantuma, Peter
aoni�`g of 235 Chestnut Street to pemrit the
m�tts present location north of the Xcel Arena
,�4vhich allows only surface parking. Before the
;s, the site needs to be zoned to permit
rty on Chestnut Street should be rezoned
d and that the new zoning should be the
the house can feasibly be restored and
sold. The City wants to move t e{fiouse as soon as possible to open up the site north of
the arena for redevelopment. ,.�
Simultaneous zoning steps�and redevelopment analysis. HII'A is negotiating to take
ownership of the Armstro `�House and to partner with a developer to restore and mazket
it. At the time of the fili � of the rezoning petitions, HIl'A has not had time to select a
partner, complete a pro,'�ct feasibility analysis, or deternune how many residential units
will be at the site. 1e HII�A is working with developers, public agencies, and
contractors to devis, a feasibie restoration plan for the property, the City and the property
owners within 100��eet of the Chestnut Street site are initiating three separate residential
rezoning petition�for RT-1 (duplex), RT-2 (3-4 units), and RM-1 (multi-family) so that
any one of thect�` can be chosen later.
The petition�''will initiate the rezoning process at the Planning Comrnission; the parties
expect tha�>all three altematives may still be under consideration when the Planning
Commiss n holds its hearing and makes its recommendation. At least ten days before the
rezonin�petitions come before the City Council for third reading and public hearing,
HIPA,�vill have detemuned and submitted to the City in writing which of the three
alte �ative rezonings fits its restoration plan. The other two petitions will be withdrawn
by e parties. If HIPA has not made a written recommendatioq the parties wiil
r ommend that the Council approve the RT-1 rezoning altemative. As soon as practical
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after the Council approves a new zoning district, PED will request building permits for
excavation, a new foundatioq and the house move. In addirion to the rezoning, other City
approvals will be required before building permits aze issued, including height and setback
variances, site plan review, and historic review.
4. Nullification of fhe consents given on the rezoaing petitions. Most oFthe petition
signers specifically support the moving and restoration of the Armstrong Aouse, but
would not support whatever residential development may be permitted in the zoning
district without the house. If the Armstrong House is not moved to Chestnut Str or
suffers severe damage during the move and cannot be restored, the parties wa o return
the zoning, at least for the rime being, to P-1. ,
5. Attachment to rezoning peEitions for RT-1, RT-2, and RM-1. Thi iidendum is
hereby attached to each of the three rezoning petitions as an explan on for why muitiple
petitions are being submitted and as a safeguard for the affected ighbors.
6. Signatures of the Parties. I agree with the provisions of t's addendum. (Please sign
and date.)
Brian Sweeney, PED Patrick
Kevin McGrath
Peter Hilleren
Molly Fernholz f` Dirk Dantuma
Molly Howe
Ruth Dantuma
K:�Shazed�PedVSODF.RfiOUZONAIG\Atmstron�J
Warner Louis Fillmon
Karen Jason
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CONSENT OF AD70INING PROPERTY OtiYNERS FOR
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We, tlie undersi�ned, otvncrs oPtlie proper;y tvidtiin 100 feet o(thc total contiguous description of rzal estate
o�vned, purciiased, or sofd by'I'HE PETITION6R within one year preczdiit� tlie date oF tliii petition
ackno�vledge that �vz have bcen presented u•itli the foilou•ino:
I. A cop}' of the petition of
(name ofp ctitioner)
to rezone the property [ocated at a3S CheS�n�.i.1' �,-„ e�
from n P � zo�iino district to �1�� zoning district.
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2. A copy ofsections �'� through _(�Q•� inclusive oFtht Saint Paul ning Code; and
nckno�vledge that �ve ;�re a�vare oFnll of the uses permitted in z RT =�. zo ' g districC 2nd tve are
lware that any oFt(�zse uses can be establislted upon City Councii approval of ie rezoning. 14'e hereby'
consent to the rczonin� of the propeRy in the pctition oF, s t_��,�]�, ���
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- NOT�: This petition shall not be considered as o�cially filed until tne lapse of seven (7) u•orking
days after it is recei�•ed by the Pianning Division. Any signator of thispetition tnay �v►thdra�ti-h�s/her
name therefrom by ��Titten request within that time. :,'�
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o�vned, purchased, or sold by 7'HE PETITIO� IER tivithin one ye. r precedin� th= date of this petition
�cknowledge that tve have bccn presentzd u•idt the following:
1. A copy of the peti[ion oF,
(name of ctitioner)
to rezone tlte Property located at a3S �h 2Sfn�.i."�"' �„� � �
from a �'-' � zoning district to ay� district.
2. A copy oCsections (�D���?.i through ��.�3 in
ncknotvlcdge th�t we 1re n�vart ofnll oFthe uses permitted in
1�vare that any oF duse i�ses c�n be established upon Ciry C
consent to lhe rczonin� of tfie property in the petition of;
(Name of petitioner)
tiVe consent to fhe �Pproval of this
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days a8er it is recei��ed by fhe Plannin;Division. Any signator of this petition may withdra�ti�his/he�
namelherefrom by «ritten request within that time. :,'�
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We, ihe undersigned, o�vncrs of tlie property tvitliin 100 feet oFtlic total
otvned, purci�ased, or sold by THE PET[TIO� IER within one year
lcknotivledge that wz have bccn presented ��•i[h tlte follot�•ing: f
1. A copp of tl�e petition oE
(name of ctit
to rezone tlic property located at a3S G�eS
from a �'� � zoning district to a}�'
2. Acopyofsections �•��7i through,�/�
ncknotivled�e diat �ve ��z nware oP111 oFthe uses �
nwlre tliat any of thase uses can be established u
eonsent to the rezoning of tl�e property in tl�e pet;}�
(Nanie of petifioner)
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\Ve consenY to flte �pproval o�this rezoning as it `vas expl�ined fo us by the
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_ days aRer it is recei�•ed by the Planning Division. Any signator of this petition may �rithdratti•his/he�
name therzErom by ��Titten request within that time. •�: O
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ZONING DISTRICTS
City of Saint Paul
SUMMARY OF USES ALLOtiVED IN SAINT PAUL ZO\'ING DISTRICTS �� "y a �
RESIDE\TIAL
R-LL, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 One-Famil}•
One-family d�vellings
Schools, libraries, parks, churches
Convents, rectories
Family day care (10) and group family day care (14)
Group day care in a non-residential structurz
Homz occupations
Bed and brzakfasts w/one guest room
Community residential facilities (s6 residents)
Carriage housz dweltings (historically existing)"
Cemeteries*
Cluster dzvelopments*
Colleges, univzrsities*
Com•ersions of non-residential structures and
residential struchires over 9,000 sq. ft.*
Golf courses, private recreation facilities*
RT-1 T��'o-Famitr'
All R-� uszs
T���o-family homzs
Group day care
Fratzmity and sorority houses*
Bed and breakfasts �v/up to 4 guest
RT-Z To«'nhouse �p
A11 RT-I uses
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Thrzz- and four-family d���elfings /
To���nhouses «'ith up to 6 units �
Community residential faciliti s (7-16)*
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I2��I-1 blultiple Family �
All R7-2 uses
Apartment buildings (5�-'stories)
Roomin� and boardin houses*
I2_�I-2 �Iultiple
Ali RNI-1 uses
Apartment buil
Eldzrly housi �
Hospitals, n si,
�ngs (<_ 5 stories)
support services
iR homes*
iL�t-3 l�l tipie I amily
Hi�h d sity, high rise apartments
Churches, day care (all tyPes)
Etdzrly housing support services
Community residential facilities*
Hospitals`
Accessoq� retail service and office uses*
CO�I�IERCIAL
OS-1 Loca] Oftice-Ser�
Business offices such as banks, insurance, real estate
Professiona] offices such as medical cIinics, law officz;
Artist and photographer studios
Sen�ice businesses such as photocopying, �vateh and
shoe repair„jailor shops, barber and beauty shops
Day care (all es)
Schools, co ges, libraries, parks, churches
Mised co ercial/residential uses
amily dwellin�s
y residzntial facitities (16)
owned buildin�s, public utility buildin�s*
�S-2 General Office-Ser�•ice
A110S-1 uses
Post offices and similar eo�'emmental offices
Retail businesses such as grocery, etc. (s 10,000 sq. fr.)
Re;taurants and bars, except dri��e-in or fast-food
Hotels and hospitals
Laundries and dry deanin� (retail outlet)
blanufact�rin� of small precision goods
Carria�e house dwellinss
Retail businesses (>10,000 sq. ft.)*
B-1 Local Business
Dtost OS-1 uses
Rztail businesses such as erocery, bakery, drugs, books.
clothin„ hard«�are, florist, carry-out restaurants
Laundries and dry cleanin� (retail outlet)
Post ofYices and similar go�'emmental offices
ldi�ed commercial/residential uses
Vlultiple-family d�vellings*
B-2 Community Business
Alt B-1 uses
Sen'ice businesses �cith a sho�F7oom or �vorkshop such
as contractor, baker, painter, appliance repair
Restaurants and bars, eacept drive-in or fast food
Food catzring
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Pricatz halls and clubs, health clubs
"l�l�zaeers, bingo h�li�, ussemUl}' halis
Currzncy exchange businesses
Veterinary clinics, tatoo parlors
Auto sercice stations, con��enience and specialty stores`
Pool halls, bo��'ling alleys, game rooms and other t}'p=�
of indoor commercial recreation"
Pa��n shops*
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B-3 Genera] Business
Most B-2 uscs
dndoor vehicle sales
Mortuaries
Finishing shops
Business sales and service such as parcel delivery
Manufacturing of small precision goods
Hotels and motels
Printin� and publishing firms
Wholesalin� (no outside storaoe, <15,000 sq. ft.)
Hospitals
Outdoor vehicle sales *
Auto repair facilities*
Fast food and drive in restaurants*
Greenhouses, nurseries*
Car �vashes*
Adult ttses'"
B-4 Central Business
Retaii, sen•ice and office uses
Apartment residential uses
Hotels, motels, hospitals
Amusement and entertainment uses, museums
Schools, colleges, libraries, parks, churches
Go��emmental uses
Currzncy eschan�e businesses, pa��n shops
Adutt uses*
Community residential facilities"
B-5 Central Business/Sercice
All B-4 uses
�Vholesalino, warehousin�
Limited manuEacturin�
Dry cleanin� plants
Foud catzrin�, processing, manuf
Itescarch and testin� laboratories
Auto sen�ice stations, auto conve
stores, auto repair �
B-2C Community Bu
All RM-Z uses
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and currency excr
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Service businesses %
and specialty
urants, assembly halls
businesses
* Conditionai uses - A Special Condition Use Permit
(SCUP) must be granted by the Planning Commission to
allow these uses.
I-1 Industry
All B-3 uses except family and group family day care
Warehousing, �vhotesalin�
Research and testing
Lumber and contractor s yards
Manufacturing from pre�iously prepared materials
Rental storage facilities
Auto service stations, auto convenience/specialty storzs
Auto repair, auto body facilities
Tele��ision and radio to�vers"
Adult uses"`
Gun shops and shootin� �lleries*
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MostI-1 uses
ra�c materials
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�of sand, gravzl, other raw materials*
�us and infzctious waste processing*
dai freight yards"
T-3 Industr}•
Gasoline tank farms
Rendzring plants and tannin�
Rock crushing*
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PD Plnnned Decelopment
All uses by specific plan
P-1 Par]:ina
Off-street parking
RCR-I Ricer Corridor Residential
Multiple family d���ellings
Institutional uses
RCGl Ricer Corridor Commercial
All B-2 uses
RCI-1 Ricer Corridor Industrial
Limited I-1 uses
nOTE: THiS [S NOT A LEGAI. DOCU!�IE\T. In tha inttrat oC
simplicity and readability, it Ceparts Gom the neccss�ry itgal and technic�I
langua_e of the Saint Paul Zonin� Code and othcr applicable regulation>-
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Exhibit 3- City Conncil Resolnfion for Apri125, 2001
Smith Avenue Transit Hnb
Development ProEram Descrintion
The Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub proposes an
combination bus layover fac�7ity and parking ramp that includes the followi
♦ Up to 1,400 pazking stalls, of which approximately 30% are for
♦ A bus layover facility for at least 16 buses; �
♦ lOQ bike lockers;
pool;
♦ Up to 25,000 square feet of future retaiUcommercial alo� West Seventh street.
The facility will be divided by Smith Avenue into a
connected by bridges at the elevated levels for car ;
lakely provide piimary entrance/exit to and from th��
parkers and event parkers, retail service access�
lanes of vehiculaz traffic. Sidewalks, including, one
provide for a pedestrian friendly use of Smit]�AveT
aorth and a south structure
n�pedestrian traffic. Smith Avenue will
transit hub for buses, commuter/contract
access and bikes, as well as provide for four
covered walk within the ramp structure will
The street-level bus layover facility will �commodate peak time metro bus layover for at least
16 buses. Metro Transit facilities on t site wili include all weather sheker accessible to the
public from Smith Avenue, bus drive rfacilities, a with drivers room, general storage and a
supervisors office. The bus la yover y will also serve charter buses for RiverCentre, the Xcel
Energy Center, the Ordway, and �e Science Museum of MN. Such charter buses will share the
facility, to the degree it is not ne `ded for Metro Transit bus layover, and will utilize the majority
of the bus portion of the transi��ub at non-peak times and on weekends.
The aesthetic design of the�.4'mith Avenue Transit Hub will be of urban character with roof top
parking. The facility will b'e set back from West Seventh Street to accommodate the construction
of retaiUcommercial spac�. Up to 25,000 S.F. of high bay retail space at street level will e�ctend
the length of the �
up to 75 feet deep
connection across
along West Seventh Street and will provide a variery of tenant fronCages
�ck from the curb approxixnately 15 feet. There will be a pedestrian
Seventh Street to the Xcel Energy Center via tunnel, skyway, or at grade.
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1 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING TFIE SMITH AVENUE TRANSTT HfJB PROJECT, EXECUTING A
2 MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT ON THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOUSE, ACCEPTING
3 TITLE TO THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOUSE FROM THE STATE AND REQUESTING HRA
4 TO RELOCATE AND STABILIZE THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOU5E AT THE FORMER
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WI�REAS, the City, after receiving initial approval for a$5.5 million federal grant in 1998, has spent
more than two years investigating the feasibility of the Smith Avenue Transit Project including conducting a
federally mandated Section 106 Process with respect to the state owned historic Armstrong/Quinlan House
("House") and the Project as described in the attached E�ibit 3; and
WHEREA5, as part of the federal Section 106 Process, the City of Saint Paul must, together with the
State Historic Preservation Office and the Federal government, make an informed decision on its mitigation
efforts with respect to the House, before proceeding with the Project; and ,
WHBREAS, the City Council supports a measured approach between preservation of historic sriuctures
and the development of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub, which will serve the western end of Downtown
including the RiverCentre Area; and
WI�REAS, the House is a federally designated historic house that requires a thorough analysis of the
altemative solutions and the impact the Project will ha�e on the historic nature of the House; the alternative
solutions reviewed with the City Council include: (1) leaving the House in its present location with the
Development Program around the House ("In Place Alternative"), (2) moving the House to several possible
sites in either the West 5eventh/Irvine Pazk area, the edge of the site along Seventh Street or Saint Joseph's
Lane ("City Sites") or other site acceptable to the City or (3) demolition and mitigation of the House; and
WHEREAS, concerned citizens for preserving the House have expressed a clear preference for the
House to be preserved and redeveloped as residential in the Irvine Park area which is attached in the Section
106 Report Volumes 1-5 previously submitted to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the State Legislature in 2000 agreed to donate the House and surrounding land to the City
on the condition that City agreed to move the House to an alternative location so that it can be preserved; and
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35 the House with its prefeired site being the foixner Plastics Parking Site near Ryan and Chestnut and that the
36 City cause the House to be moved and stabilized; and
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40 ("FHWA"), the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation ("ACHP") the Minnesota Historical Preservation
41 Office ("SHPO") and the City along with concurring parties has been negotiated and attached in E�ubit 1;
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44 WHEREAS, Saint Pau1 Heritage Preservation Cou�ission ("HPC") hosted the required public meeting
45 required by the federal Section 106 process on August 10, 2000 conceming the House and Smith Avenue
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WHEREAS, HPC has passed two resolutions conceming the House ( HPC Res 99-4 on July 22, 1999
and Res. O i-i on January 11 , 2001). The second resolution supports execution by HPC of the MOA, subject
to its normal review with respect to municipal preservation matters as described in Chapter 73 of the Saint
Paul Legislative code (see E�ubit i, Stipulation I C and D); and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of the Seven Comers Gateway Area of Saint
Paul, including significant views of the Saint Paul Cathedral, Xcel Energy Center and other important
landmarks; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes other projects that are under consideration including transit
projects such as the Riverview Corridor and the Trolley, and other parking projects for Aoliday Inn Hotel,
United/Clrildren's Hospitals, and others; and
WI�REAS, a pazking supply and demand study for the westem end of Downtown, including the
Smith Avenue Transit Hub, United Hospital campus, Holiday Inn Hotel etc,. Will be completed shortly to
assist the City: (1) in the coordination between pending parking and transit projects in the westem end of
Downtown and (2) in helping determine the final number of parking spaces to be financed and constructed as
part of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council approves and directs the following:
1. Accepts the final Section 106 Smith Avenue Transit Hub Report, Volumes 1-5. This includes Volume 5
which was prepared after the required public hearing on August 10, 2000 at the Saint Paul Heritage
Preservation Comxnission and contains all written testimony of interested parties and the City's response to
the testimony.
2. Approves proceeding with the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project and accepts the now $6.2 million grant
from Federal goveininent for the Project and directs staff to compiete securing at least $2.0 million from
Metro Transit, which will be used toward the transit component of the Project.
Approves execution of the Memorandum of Agreement substantially in the form as attached in E�ubit 1,
79 by appropriate City officials, and with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney and
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83 2000 Legislature that in exchange for the House being donated to the City, the City agree that the House be
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87 which the House will be moved and stabilized for residential reuse, names Histonc Irvine Park Association as
88 Redeveloper, and approves attached Memarandum of Intent, s�ctut�a prrt�isic�n ft� �liaat p�icip�c��i �
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same form as attached in E�ibiti2 with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attomey
and PED staff that are consistent with the actions taken in this Resolution. 5iting, move and stabilization
activities of the House on Site #7 will be reviewed by the HPC as fiuther descnbed in the lines 48-51 above.
94 6. Authorizes City staffto commence and complete vacation process to convey Site #7 - Plastics to HI2A, who
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8. Requests HRA to cause:
A) the House to be moved and stabilized and directs appropriate staff to retain a historic mover and any
other contractors necessary to move and stabilize the House at Site # 7, consistent with the City's
obligations descnbed in the Memorandum of Agreement in Paragraph 3 above.
B) Use the $2375 million dollars wluch haue previously been budgeted in HRA Res. 00-6/14-3 to
move and stabilize the House on behalf of the City. Further the City Council understands these HRA
monies are interim funds to the City that shall be reimbursed to the HRA no later than the closing on
the finaucing for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub by the City.
9. City staff is to continue design and traffic work on the Project on this gateway site to the Downtown by
Collaborative Design Group Arclutects(Dick Faricy, Bill Hickey, et. al.) and SRF Consulting Crroup, in
conjunction with other projects under consideration in the project area including Riverview Corridor, Trolley
and other parking projects in the area..
10. After completion of the parking demand study for the western end of Downtown, which will assist in the
coordination of pending parking and transit projects in the area, the Administration sha11 return to the City
Council and recommend:
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(i) the number of pazking spaces and buses to be built for the Project
(ii) the design concept for Project described in E�ibit 3
(iii) the Finance Plan for the Project which will be developed by PED and Financial Services.
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Attachments to City Council Resolution
127 E�ibit 1-Copy of draft Dec 17, 2000 MOA with City, FHWA, SHPO, ACHP, et a1
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129 Exhibit 2- Draft Memorandum of Intent with Redeveloper of House at Plastic Parking Lot Site
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Adoption
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DEPARTMENT/OFFICFJCOUNCIL: DATE INITTATED GREEN SHEET No.• 101857 d �'`� y �
Planning & Economic Dev. Mazch 26, 2001 '
CONTACI' PERSON & PHONE: � ml A7e INiTTniIDATE
B. Geurs 6-6653 3 PED DIl2ECTOR 5 CTTY COUNCII, CHI2IS COLEMAN
MUST�E ON COUNCII, AGENDA BY (DATE) �IGN 4_CITY ATTORNEY' Y� _ CITY CLERK
T,pTqgEg FiNANCIAL SER CTG ,��?,
API1�' _ , : _ -� � �, S � 'd.00 � F.Q 5 MAYOR (OR ASST.) _1_ BOB GEURS�L�,{.�
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ncriorr xeQuES�n: After public hearing on Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project and Armstrong House consider
attached Ciry Council Resolurion for Apri14, 2001. Also attached is the public hearing notice that is being
published.
RECOM[vS,NDATIONS: Approve (A) or Rejear (R) PERSONAI, SERVICE CONTRA("fS MUST AIVSWER THE FOLLOWING
QUESTIONS:
PLANNING COMMISSION 1. Haz this person/fvm ever worked under a contract for this departmeat?
CIB COINNIITTEE Yes No
CI VIL SERVICE COMbIISSION 2. Has this person/fvm ever been a city employee? �
Yes No
3. Does this person/fim� possess a skill not notmally possessed by any curzent city employee?
Yes No
Explain all yes answers ou separate sheet and attach to green sheet
A'ITIATING PROBLEM, ISS[3E, OPPORTUNI'LY (Who, What, When, Where, Why):
The Council needs to decide if it wishes to move and relocate the Armstrong House to the Plastic site and proceed
with the Smith Avenue Transit Hub project which must be under contract by September 2002.
ADVANTAGES IF APPROVED:
Preserve the national designated House and receive up to $7.5 million ($5.5 million of federal, $2 million of Metro
Transit monies) to undertake the bus layover, parking project on Cleveland Circle.
DISADVANTAGES IF APPAOVED:
City or HRA is responsible for moving and stabilizing the House on the Plastic site, HRA in 00-6/14-3 has already
budgeted the money.
DISADVANTAGES IF NOT APPROVED:
The Cleveland Circle site of 4.8 acres will continue not to be developed with the deteriorated house on the middle
of the site. Addirional parlang for visitors will not be constructed.
TOTAI. AD10UN1' OF 112ANSACTTON: $2,375,000 to move and stabilize COST/REVENUE BUDGETED: Yes
F[JNDING SOURCE: Fund 148-76813-0561-65005/' AC1'IVITY NUMBER:
FINANCIAL IlVFORMATION: (EXPLAA� � �
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DRAFT - AECEh1BER 13, 2000
MEi140RANAUM OF AGREE�IENT
AMONG
THE FEDERAL HIGH�YAY ADIIII�IISTRATION,
THE ADYIS ORY COUNCIL ON AISTORIC PRESERVATION,
TFIE MINIVESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFTCE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI�T PAUL,
FOR TAE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN bI. ARMSTFtONG IiOUSE Ai�D
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SNIITH A�'ENUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MINnESOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FH�1'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project �vithin the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, �finnesota; and
tiVHEREAS, the FH�VA has determined that this project, the Smith A��emte Transit fiub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong House (House), a double-house listed on the
National Register of Historic Places (National Register);
\VHEREAS, the FHWA has consulted with the Ad�•isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the re�ulations (36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Housin� and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have participated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memorandum of Agreement (VIOA); and
�VHEREA3, the HPC serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipa]
herita�e preservation matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati�-e code (Chapter 73);
and
tiVHEREAS, several Interestefl Parties have participated in the consultation through pubiic meetings,
work sessions and review of documentation, includin; Tom Dimond, F:athryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Association, and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
� WHBREAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed �vith the Transit Hub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
__ alternative site to preserve it; and
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical research surrimarized in a report entitled, "Smith �
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search forArchaeolo�ical Potential and Historic BuiidingInfensity
Survey" (July 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and •
tiYf�REAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kellogg Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Pifth/Sixth Street and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any property on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocaiion Sites identified in this Agreement;
IQOW, THEREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the CITY (the "Signatories") agree
that the undertakin� shall be implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to
talce into account the effect of the undertaking on the John M. Armstron� House.
STIPULATIO\S
The FWHA will ensure that the followin� measures are carried out.
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZATION OF THE HOUSE
A. Citv Oblioation to Relocate the House to an Altemative_ Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated and stabilized ���ithin one year of the execution of theMOA
to one of the acceptable sites listed in Appendix A. The relocation of the House will
be completed according to the guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
publication "Movin� Historic Buildin�s" by John Obed Curtis. The building mover
will be selected by the City with review and concunence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake relocation of the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
Re�ister listin�. Moving and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e., historic mover; redeveloper), are tisted in Appendix B. �
B. Citv Conveyance to Redevelonec The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
�vith a redeveloper, �vhich wil( determine the Relocation Site from Appendi� A. The
House �vill be sold AS IS to a rede��eloper for reuse as either residential or
commercial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and the House to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
requiring that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
fails to perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
contraot, ownership of the I-Iouse wili re�•ert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City orits redeveloper«�ill submit
Rehabilitation Plans to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Plan Revie��• Process,
including the MovinglBuildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the 5ecretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
chazacter-defining features of the building. The proposed Rehabilitation Plans will
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include buildin� siting, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improvements, and adj acent
new construction that is part of the site plan. If the Move and Stabilization Plans {as
further discussed in Appendix B} are submitted for revie�v prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Pians for the remainder of the buitdia� (inc?uding the interior), the
remaining plans will be reviewed separately. Fiexibility will be allo«�ed in the
review of the interior ofthe House. HPC will provide an opportunity forpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO will consider public
comments as part of their revie�v(s).
D. HPC Jurisdsction. If the proposed relocation site is located tvithin an azza that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC wili have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monitoring to ensure that subsequent
treatment and impro��ements to the exterior of the House are in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed relocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesi�natzd as a St. Paul Herita�e Presen•ation Site,
subject to a public revie�v process outlined in Chapter 73.
E. Retainin; National Re¢ister Listing durino the Ivio��e. Tn accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House �vili remain on the National Register ��•hile bein�
moved and after the move is complete. ��'ithin nine months after the House has been
moved to its neGV site and stabilized accordin3 to the activities listed in Appendix B,
the City shall prepare documentation required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. Appendix
C identifies the materials to be fiimished. SHPO shali forward this documentation to
the Keeper of the Register as notification of the move in accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5).
F, TemaorarX Stora��of House durins Mo��e. If necessary, the City �i'ilf move the
House to a temporary location to allow time for ne«• site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub constn�ction schedule. Appropriate measures ��•ill be taken to prote�t
and secure the buildin� durin� this interim period.
` G. Protection of the Resource. After the City recei��es title of the propetty from the
State, appropriate measures ��•ill be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior to, during and after it is moti•ed.
II. ARCAAEOLOGX
On behalf of FHWA, the City shall ensure that an archaeolo�ical survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub site and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun�ey shall be
conducted by the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Standards and
Guidelines for ldentificafion (48 CFR 44720-23) and taking into account relevant guidelines
of the SHPO. The survey shall be conducted in consultation �vith the SEIPO, and a report of
the survey meetin� the standards o f the Secretary of the Interior shall be submitted to FHWA
for revie�v and approval.
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FHWA shall evaluate properties identified throu�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that are eligible for the
National Register, FFi�VA shall comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6. .
III. COSTS OF TEiE MOA
The Signatories and Concumng Parties shaii be responsible for their o�vn adminis�ation and
staff costs associated �vith either document revie�v or field work related to this A�eement.
Further, the City sha11 pay costs associated �vith the follo�vin�: (1) documentation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other City costs required to complete h40A stipulations.
IV. MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, ETC.
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as necessary, shall be accompiished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the original agreement.
B. Should the Si�natories object �vithin 30 days to the materials provided for revie�v
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
�vith the objecting party to resolve the objection. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FHWA shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Councii comment provided in response to such a request �cill be taken
into account by the FHWA �vith reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
FHWA's responsibility to carry out all actions under this agreement that ue not the
subjects of the dispute remain unchanged.
C. Tfprovisions of this a�reement are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Signatories shall consult to seek amendment of the agreement. If
•-- the agreement is not amended, any.Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of this document will be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. '
FEDERAL HIGHFVAY ADMINISTRATION
By
Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
By
7ohn M. Fowler, Executive Director
b1INNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATIO\ OFFTCE
By
Nina M. Archabal, State Historic Preservation Officer
INVITED SIGl`IATORY:
CITY OF SAINT PAUL
By
Mayor Norm Coleman
fipproved to Porm: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attomey
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
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CO\'CUR:
ST. PAUL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSTON
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Name and Title of Signer
Date:,_._.
CITY OF SAINT PAUL HO'(JSING AND REDEVELOPVTENT AUTHORITY �
By Date:
Name and Title of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
CITIZENS TO SAVE THE ARi�ISTRONG HOUSE
By
Kathryn M. Babcock
Date:
Date:
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Relocatian Sites currently o�vned by City or HRA
Site �` 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Pazking Lot (on Chestnut south of Ryan Street) __
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and Exchange)
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APPENDIX B "
MOVING AiVD STA.B�LIZATION ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed Ntove and Stabiliae Data can be foernd in Yolume 1, r1t[achment I ofthe Section 106Reporl.)
A. MOVE BY HISTORIC NIOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting the Armstrong House off its existing
foundation, movin� it alon� city strzets and placing it on a new foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractoc �vill be responsible for the new foundation, as noted in Section B beloFV). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities must meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary bracin„ shoring and brick stabilization wil! be
completed. Phofo documentation of interior and exterior tvill be completed to ailo�v monitoring of
buildin� condition. Durin� the move, the historic moving contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as protecting or replacing affected landscapin„ curbs,
ete. The historic movin� contractor �vill also provide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successfi�l completion of the move. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constnictive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that �vill be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� Mover and the City at the existing building location, �vhile the
buildin� is in transit, and at the new building location.
B. NEtiV CONSTRTJCTION ITEMS
This step includes the activities of a general contractor to clear out the existing site oftheAmistrong
fiouse 28er is has been moved, and to prepare the ne�v site for placement of the Armstron� House.
i�'ew site �vork will involve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support system. If necessary, a new entry porch tivill be built on the front of the House at
its ne�v location. Depending on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken at the new site to protect adj acent sidewalks, frees orstructures. Securin� fencing
will be provided at both the old site and the ne�v site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas fhat provides a detailed listing of items thac �vili be the
responsibility of a General Confractor and the City at the existing building location, �vhile the
building is in transit, and at the ne�v building location.
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C. MINIMUM ELEMENTS TO 12ETAIN NATIONAL REGISTEIt LISTING __
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armsfsong House from further deterioration. Correspondenoe from SHPO dated Much 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of conshuction activities that would not be needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attactunent n. The key elements that are necessary for continued eli�ibility are listed as
follows:
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet pilin� as necessary to protect street, sidewalk, adjacent structures
♦ Wall footin�s, piers for porch footings on new site
♦ Foundation walls, sandstone veneer
♦ Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick reQair
♦ Basement beams
♦ Repair or replace front entry porches
♦ Remove and replace roofin� surface
♦ Ne�v gutters and do�vnspouts
♦ New entrances
♦ ltemove and replace windotivs, or repair existin� �vindows
♦ Perimeter caulking
D. STABILIZATION AND ASSET PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a general contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allo�v safe access to the Iiouse for inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. Ne�v stairs to the basement will be constructed. Loose or waterlo�ged material will be
removed from the house.
e Minimum electrical service
♦ Rear exit stairs; basement stairs
♦ General interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOTE: Activities in Parts A-D of Appenclix B will be part of the "1Liove and
Stabilizatiort Plans"referenced in the MOA.
APPENDIX C
Documentation required once the Aims�ong House is moved
1) A letter notifying the IvN-SHPO tfie date the property w�s moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and white photographs aad one set of slides of the house
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspectives) of the froat aad rear of
the house aze required. The Iab processing the fiIm should be able to pass a hypo
(fixer) residue test for fiL�. process:ng. (In other words use a reputable veador for
Pio ��g),'I�e phpto�raphs should be printed on photograpFriq silver emulsion
resin-coated paper (not photograohic color dye paper used by vendors advertising
cheap developin� costs). T1ie photographs shouid have a one-half inch border.
They should be labeled on tfie back usin� a soft pencil with the following
information: n�me of property, county and state, name of photo�apher, date of
photo�apb, location of original negative*, view (camera facing), photo�aph
number or number depicting vaatage point on the sketch map. . The slides should
be a plastic mount with name of ptoperty, county and state�and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along with the photographs) provided that the film•is 24
exposure aad T Max 100 or Plus X Paa film.
3) A sketch map (done ia black and white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original Uaited State Geological Survey Map (U.S.G.S.) whicli depicts the
Iocacion o£the house on its new site (Depict locxtioa usin; a dot made with a lead
pencil. Do not include any other rvritten informatioa on the map).
5) Acreage of the parcel on which the house is located.
� Legat Description of the pazcel
� Parcel's PIN number
8) Name and address ofproperty owner{s)
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Rehabilitation of the Armstrona House ("House")
Memorandum Of Intent
Redeveloaer. Site and Reuse of the Relocated House
Redeveloper of the House will be the Historic Irvine Park Association ("HIPA"). The site to which
the House will be relocated is the former Plastics parking lot at Chestnut and South of Ryan
(the"Site"). The Redeveloper at its sofe discretion may seek additional partner(s) after a RFQ
process is compieted by the Redeveloper. At this time, the Redeveloper pians to form a
Limited Liability Corporation ("LLC") to undertake the remaining rehabilitation after the City or
HRA completes move and stabilization activities described in the Memorandum of Agreement
("MOA") attached in F�chibit A.
Rehabiiitation of the House would be residential reuse. The density on the site will be effectively
controlled by the Redeveloper through the processing of one of three rezonings (RT-1, RT-2,
RM-1) attached in Exhibit B.
Phase 1: Pubiic Hearing on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub before City Council
(April 4, 2001�
Citv and HRA
1. Staff recommends at Public Hearing on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub that (1) the
House be moved and stabilized at Plastics site, (2) recommend HIPA as Redeveloper and
support execution of Memo of (ntent with Redeveloper and (3) Smith Avenue Transit Hub
project be approved.
2. City Councit considers the Resolution to execute MOA; name Site and Redeveloper;
convey property to HRA for disposition; accept HRA Budget of $2.375 M to undertake MOA
obligations; accept 3 separate zoning petitions for the Site and related actions concerning
the Smith Avenue Transit Hub.
3. HRA agrees to execute MOA, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Closing to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a pubiic hearing on land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dollar pius
a portion of the cost of delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redevelouer
1. At Pubiic Hearing on April 4, 2001, on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub (A) support
business points outlined in this Memo of Intent (B) provide adopted neighborhood resolution
approved March 20, 2001(C) provide sufficient signatures from immediate neighbors for
three separate (RT-2, RT-1, RM-1) zoning petitions to the City as Applicant, that wouid be
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days before by the third reading on the rezoning (Public Hearing meeting on rezoning),
which one of the three rezoning it wishes the City Council to adopt; whereupon the City wili
withdraw the two remaining petitions. If the City is not notified the default rezoning is RT -1.
The final adopted rezoning will determine the densiry, and only the only structure on the Site
will be the House unless Redeveloper recommends and finances additional structures.
Phase 2: MOA
(April to May 15, 2001)
Citv and HRA
1. City, SHPO, ACHP, FNWA execute MOA. Also Concurring Parties HRA, HPC, Tom
Dimond, and Save the Armstrong will be invited to sign.
2. Completes transfers of state land and House on Cleveland Circle to City from State.
3. Vacation process for transfer of title of land and House to HRA. (Separate vacation process
is underway already for Hill Street adjacent to the Site on the south.)
4. Draft covenant about future rehab to the historic structure described in attached MOA.
5. Rezoning and Variance process for the Site. Variance for height will be necessary and a
back yard variance may aiso be necessary. [Estimated completion of Rezoning and
Variance by end of July]
6. HRA agrees to execute MOA, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Ciosing to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a public hearing on land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dollar plus
a portion of the cost of delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redeveloper
1. Select partner(s), if any, through RFQ, arrange financing etc.
Phase 3: Between Execution of MOA and Closing on Conveyance of House and Sife to
Redeveloper
(Mid May to Fall 2001 - 4 to 6 months)
Citv and HRA
1. Retain CPMI as Project Manager for MOA move and stabilization under MOA. SRF through
Ann Hopkins wiil also be involved. 106 Group will be used for archeology on the Site in
advance of move. The City's Architect wili be the Collaborative Design Group for which Dick
Faricy works.
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2. Retain historic mover approved by SHPO. Retain Contractor to build basement, etc.
3. City funds archeology, move and stabilization, and security activities. Budget is $2.375 M
4. City will explore ways to make Historic Tax Credit available to Redeveloper.
5. Move and Stabilization Plans (siting of House, etc.) will require HPC and SHPO review, as
well as City Site Plan review process and variances.
6. City keeps House secure until Closing.
7. City prepares documentation for continued Nationai Register listing of House.
Redeveloper
1. Two (2) designated representatives of Redeveloper will attend meetings with CPMI, etc.
Involved with the exact siting of the House on the site. (Comment only on move and
stabilization activities).
Phase 4: Closing between City, HRA and Redeveloper on Conveyance of House and
Land (after stabilization at Site)
(Estimated Closing November 15, 2001 or sooner)
House rehabilitated with Certificate of Occupancy complete and marketing within two years
of Closing, estimated to by November 15, 2003)
Citv and HRA
1. City conveys title of House and land and HRA conveys title of House and land by Quit Claim
Deed to Redeveloper and establishes Escrow Funds if any funds remain from $2.375 M;
Covenant recorded.
Redeveloaer
At closing on land and House for $1 plus the cost of delivering sewer to the site, after
completion of move and stabilization, Redeveloper accepts the House AS IS, covenant is
recorded, reverter language in deed, and if and only if there remains a balance on the City's
$2.375 M, City establishes escrow fund for the Redeveloper on a reimbursement basis for
the remaining rehabilitation of the House with appropriate documentation and approval by
City's Project Manager, CPMI. Escrow funds, if any, would be available for utility
connections for water and electrical, etc.
2. Undertake and complete rehabilitation, after review of Rehabilitation Plans by HPC and
SHPO ,[i.e., get Certificate of Occupancy ] and market property within 2 years of Closing.
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Attachments to Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et al.
6chibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot site
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Attachments fo Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et al.
Exfiibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot site
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DRAFT - DECEil1BER 13, 2000
bSE11IORANDU�S OF AGREF,i�IiVT
AitiIONG
THE FEDERAL HIGHNAY AD�IIi�IISTR4TYON,
THE ADYISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION,
THE N1IN�IESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATIOI� OFFICE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI\T PAUL,
FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN Ai. Al2NISTRONG HOUSE ?.I�D
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SI�IITH A�'ENUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MINnESOTA
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WHEREAS, the Federal Hi�hway Administration (FH«'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, �finnesota; and
1VHEREAS, the FHtiVA has detemiined that this project, the Smith Aaenue Transit Hub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong House (House), a double-house ]isted on the
National Register of Historic Places (Nationat Register);
VJHEREAS, the FH�VA has consuited with the Ad��isory Cotmcil on Historic Preservation
(Council), theMinnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the regulations (36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preserv�tion Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
�VHEREAS, the St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have participated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur.in this Memorandum of Agreement (D40A); and
tiVHEREAS, the HPC serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipal
herita�e preservatian matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati��e code (Chapter 73);
and
�YHEREAS, several Interested Parties haveparticipated in the consuttation throughpublic meetings,
work sessions and revietiv of documentation, includin� Tom Dimond, �athryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine �ark
Association, and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
�VHEREAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec S6, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed with the T'ransit Hub project on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate theHouse to an
: altemative site to preserve it; and �
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical reseazch summarized in a report entitled "5mitn
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search for Archaeolo�ical Potential and Fiistoric B uilding Tntensity
Survey" (July 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WF�REAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Keilo�g Boulevard,lVest Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Streef and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any propedy on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the CITY (the "Signatories") a� ee
that the undertakin� shall be implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to
take into account the effect of the undertakin� on the John M. Amistron� House.
STIPULATTO\S
The F�VHA will ensure that the follo�vin� measures are carried out.
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZATTON OF TFTE HOUSE
A. City Oblioation to Relocate the House to a_n_Altemative Site. The City sliall cause
the House to be relocated and stabilized ���ithin one }'ear of the execution of the MOA
to one of the acceptable sites listed in Appendix A. The relocation of thzHouse �vill
be completed according to the guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
publication"MovingHistoricBuildings"byJohnObedCurtis. Thebuiidingmover
wi Ii be selected by tlle City witti review and concunence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake relocation of the House and stabilization needed to maintain Nationzl
Re�ister listing. Movin� and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e., historic mover; redeveloper}, are listed in Appendix B.
�E. CityConvevance to Redeveloaer. The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
�vith a redeveloper, which �vi11 determine the Relocation Site from Appendi� A. The
House tivill be sold AS IS to a rede�•eloper for reuse as either residential or
commercial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and the House to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-year covenant to the deed
requiring that exterior modifications to the House be in compiiance with the
Secretary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
fails to per£orm the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required.by the
contraot, ownership of the House will re��ert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City orits redeveloper�ti•ill submit
Rehabilitation Plans to HPC and SHPO during the City's SitePlan Revie«' Process,
including the Movin�/Buildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Intzrior's Standards, within the context of
__ character-defining features of the buildin�. The proposed Rehabilitation Pians will
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includebuildin� sitin�, rehabilitation, landscaping, site impror•ements, and adjacent _
new construction that is part of the site plan. If the Move and StabilizaYion Plans (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the buildin� (includin� the interior), the .
remaining plans wiil be revietived separately. Flexibility wiil be allo��•ed in the
review of the interior of the House. HPC �r•ill provide an opportunity forpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO �vill consider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is located �vithin an area that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC will have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monitorin� to ensure that subsequent
treatment and impro�•ements to the exterior of the House are in compliance with the
Secretary of Inteaor's standards. If the proposed rzlocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the City will take every rzasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesi�nated as a St. Paul Heritage Presen�ation Site,
subject to a public revietiv process outlinzd in Chapter 73.
E. Retainine National Reaister Listin�durin� the Ivlove. In accordance n�ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will remain on the National Register ��fiile bein�
moved and after the move is complete. �41'ithin nine months after theHouszhasbeen
moved to its new site and stabilized accordin� to the activities ]isted in Appendix B,
the City shall prepare documentation required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. r�ppendix
C ideutiFies themateriats to be furnished. SHPO sh�!I fo:�vard ta.isdocu::�entationto
the Keeper of the Register as notification of the mo��e in accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b){5).
F. Temoorary Storaoe of House durinQ Mo�•e. If necessary, the City «�ill move the
House to a temporary location to al low timz for neti�� site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub constn�ction schedule. Appropriate measures «•ill be taken to protect
and secure the buildin� durin� this interim period.
G. Protection of the Resource. After the City receives title of the propem� from the
State, appropriate measures �ti•ill be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior to, during and after it is mo�•ed.
II. ARCHAEOLOGY
Onbehalf of FHWA, the City sha11 ensure that an archaeological survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub site and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun•ey shall be
conducted by the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Inteaor's Standards and
Guidelines forldentification (48 CFR44720-23) and takin�into accountrelevantguidelines
of the 5HP0. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the survey meetin� the standards of the Secretap� of the Interior shall be submitted to FHWA
for review and approval.
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F�VA shall evaluate properties identified throu�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eligible for the
National Register, FH�VA shatl comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 500.6.
III. COSTS OF THE MOA
The Si�natories and Concurring Pazties shali be responsible for theirosvn administration and
staff costs associated �vith either document revietic or field work related to this A�reement. ��
Further, the City shall pay costs associated �vith the following: (1) documenfation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation IT; (3) Any other City costs required to complete I�30A stipulations. '
IV. 1�IODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERi1�1INATION, ETC. `�'
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as necessary, shall be accomplished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the original agreemeot.
B. Should the Si�natories ob,}ect tivithin 30 days to the materiats grovided for revie�r
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
�vith the ob}ectin� party to resolve the objection. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FH�VA shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council comment provided in response to such a request ���ill be taken
into account by the FHWA �vith reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
FHWA's responsibility to carry eut zll ections i�nd:r this agreement thet are not the
subjects of the dispute remain unchanged.
C. Ifprovisions of this agreement are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Si�natories shall consult to seek amendment of the agreement. If
- the a�reement is not amended, any Signatory may teaninate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of fhis document will be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. '
FEDERAL HIGH�YAY ADMIMSTRATION
By
Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
Date:
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ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
By
3ohn M. Fo��ler, Executive Director
nIINh�ESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
By
Nina M. Archabal, State Historic Preservation Officer
INVITED SIGNATORY:
CITY OF SA.II�IT PAUL
By
Mayor Norm Coleman
Date:
Date:,_�
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Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attomey
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ST. PAUL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
By
Name and Title of Signer
Date:
CITY OF SATNT PAUL HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY �"
By
Name and Title of Si�ner
Approved to Form
THO;�iAS R. DIMOND
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CITIZENS TO SAVE TFIE ARI4ISTRONG HOUSE
By
Kathryn M. Babcock
Date:
Date:
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently o�vned by City or HRA
Site � 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. 7oseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut south of Ryan Sireet) ._
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and Exchange)
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MOVING AND STA.BTLIZATION ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed eLfove anrl Stabili=e Data can befotrnd in Yolume I, flttachment I ojthe Section 106Report.)
A. MOYE BX HISTORIC lYiOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting the Armstrong House offits existing
foundation, movinJ it alon� city streets and placin� it on a new foundation within a ne�v site. (A
separate contractot �vill be responsible for the ne�v foundation, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities must meet special requirements for moving
historic struchires. Prior to the move, preliminary bracin„ shorin� and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and exterior �vill be completed to allow monitoring of
buildin� condition. Durin� the move, the historic moving contractor will tal:e steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as �vell as protecting or replacin� affected landscapin„ curbs,
etc. The historic movin� contractor will also provide liaSility insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successful completion of the move. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constn�ctive Tdeas that provides a detailed listing of items that �viil be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� Mover and the City at the existing buiidin� location, while the
buildin� is in transit, and at the new building location.
B. NE�V CONSTRUCTION ITEMS
This step includes the activities ofa general contracfor to clear out the existing site of theAmistrong
Aouse 2fter is has been moved, and to grepare the ne�v site for placement of the Armstron� House.
I�'ew site �vork �vill involve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, inciuding a
structural support system. If necessary, a new entry porch �vill be built on the front of the House at
its ne�v location. Depending on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken at the new site to protect adjacent side�valks, frees or structures. Securin� fencing
wiil be provided at both the old site and the ne�v site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed ]isting of items that �vill be the
responsibility of a Generai Contractor and the City at the existing building locafion, while the
building is in transit, and at the ne�v building location.
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C. MI\"Ii�1UlI ELEbIEITS TO RETAi� i P:ATIO\AL REGISTER LIST'IivG
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (5HP0), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House from further deterioration. Correspondenoe &om SHPO dated March 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that �vould not be needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment �. The key elements that are necessary for continued eli�ibility are listed as
follows:
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet piling as necessary to protect street, sidewalk, adjacent structures
♦��Vatl footings, piers for porch footin�s on ne�v site
♦ Poundation walls, sandstone veneer
♦ Tuckpointing, cleanin� and brick repair
♦ Basement beams
♦ Repair or rzplace front entry porches
♦ Remove and replace roofin� surface
♦ Netiv gutters and downspouts
♦ New entrances
♦ Remove and replace windo�vs, or repair existing �vindows
♦ Perimeter caulkin�
D. STABILIZATION AND ASSET PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a general contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House for inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. Ne�v stairs to the basement tvill be consfructed. Loose ot �vaterlogged material �vill be
removed from the house.
4 Minimum electrical service
♦ Rear exit stairs; basement stairs
♦ General interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOT'E: Activities irz Parts A D of.4ppendix B will be part of the "rLlove and
Stabilization Plans" referenced in the MOA.
APPENDIX C
Documenta�on required once the Armstron� House is moved
1) A letter no�fyiag the MN-SFiPO the date the property wzs moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and wbite photographs and one set of slides of the house
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspecdves) of the front aad zear of
the house aze required. The lab processin� the film should be able to pass a hygo
(fixer) residue test for fiL*u processin�. (In other words use a reputable vendor for
processing). Tne photographs should be printed on photographic, silver emuLsion
resin-coated paper (not photograpflic color dye paper used by vendors advertising
chrzp developing costs). The photographs should have a one-half inch border.
They should be labeIed on the back usin� a soft pencil wi2h the followin�
information: name of property, county and state, name of photo�apher, date of
photo�ph, location of original negative*, view (camera facing), photograph
number or number depicting vantage point on the sketch map. • The slides should
be a plastic mount with name o£property, county and st2te•and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along with the photogaphs) provided th2t tfie film•is 24
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus-X Paa fi1m.
3) A sketch map (done in black and white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original United State Geological Survey Ivfzp (U.S.G.S.) wIuch depicts tha
locatioa of the house on its new site (Depict location usin; a dot made with a lead
pencil. Do not incIude any other rvritten information on the map).
5) Acreage of the pazcel on which the house is located.
� Legal Description of the pazcel � �
� parcel's PTN number
$) Name and 2ddzess of property owner(s)
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Addendum to Rezoning Petitior_s fox 235 Chestnut St. and 0 Hill St.
Parfies agreeing to addendum. This addendum to the rezoning petitions for 235
Chestnut Street and 0 Hill Street has been reviewed and agreed to by the following
parties: Saint Paul PED, Historic Irvine Park Association (HIPA), Kevin McGrath and
Molly Femhoi� Patrick and Rita Hawkinson Wamer, Dirk and Ruth Dantuma, Peter
Hilleren, Louis Fillmon and Karen Jason.
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2. Purpose. The parties want to accelerate rezoning of 235 Chestnut Street to permit the
moving of the historic Armstrong House from its present location north of the Xcel Arena
to the site. The site's present zoning is P-1, which aliows only surface parking. Before the
City can issue moving and foundation permits, the site needs to be zoned to pemut
housing. The parties agree that the property on Chestnat Street should be rezoned
to ailow the Armsfrong House to be moved and that the new zoning should be the
most restrictive residential zone in which the house can feasibly be restored and
sold. The City wants to move the house as soon as possibie to open up the site north of
the arena for redevelopment.
3. Simultaneous zoning steps and redevelopment anatysis. IiIPA is negotiating to take
ownership of the Armstrong House and to partner with a developer to restore and market
it. At the time of the filing of the rezoning petitions, HIPA has not had time to select a
partner, complete a project feasibility analysis, or detemune how many residentia( units
will be at the site. While HIPA is working with developers, public agencies, and
contractors to devise a feasible restoration plan for the property, the City and the property
u owners within 100 feet of the Chestnut Street site are initiating three separate residential
rezoning petitions for RT-1 (duplex), RT'-2 (3-4 units), and RM-1 (mu]ti-family) so that
any one of them can be chosen later.
The petitions will initiate the rezoning process at the Planning Commission; the parties
expect that all three alternatives may still be under consideration when the Planning
Comrrussion holds its hearing and makes its recommendation. At least ten days before the
rezoning petitions come before the City Council for third reading and public hearing,
HIPA will have deternuned and submitted to the City in writing which of the three
altemative rezonings fits its restoration plan. The other two petitions will be withdrawn
by the parties. If FiIPA has not made a written recommendation, the parties will
recommend that the Council approve the RT-1 rezoning altemative. As soon as practical
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after the Councii approves a new zoning district, PED will request building permits for =
excavation, a new foundation, and the house move. In addition to the rezoning, other City
aggrovals will be required before building pemuts aze issued, including height and setback
variances, site plan review, and historic review.
4. Nullificafion of the consents given on the rezoning petitions. Most of the petition
signers specifically support the moving and restorarion of the Armstrong House, but
would not support whatever residential development may be pemutted in the zoning
disfsict without the house. If the Armstrong House is not moved to Chestnut Street or
suffers severe damage during the move and cannot be restored, the parties want to retum
the zoning, at least for the time being, to P-1.
5. Attachment to rezoning petitions for RT-1, RT-2, and RM-i. This addendum is
hereby attached to each of the three rezoning petitions as an explanation for why multiple
petitions are being submitted and as a safeguard for the affected neighbors.
6. Signatures of the Parties. I agree with the provisions of this addendum. (Please sign
a�rd date.)
Brian Sweeney, PED
Patrick Wamer
Peter Hilleren
Kevin McGrath
Molly Fernhoiz
Molly Howe Lynn
Rita Hawkinson Warner
Dirk Dantuma
Ruth Dantuma
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Louis Fillmon
Karen Jason
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We, ilte undersigned, otivncrs of the proper�y �vitfiin (00 feet of thc to(a{ contiguous description of taa] estate
o�vned, purchased, or sold by THE PET[Tf0\TER tvithin one year prtcedin� th� date of this petition
�cknowledge that �ve have been presented �ei[h the follou�'sno;
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from a P � zoning distcict to ��� district.
2. A copy ofsections �D•��2 tlirouoli ��.�3 inclusive ofthe Saint Paul Zoning Code; and
ncknou9cd;e tliat �ve are awnro oFnll of tlie uses permitted in a � zoning district 2nd we are
a�vare tl�a[ any of these uses cnn be establisl�ed upon Ciry Counc�l approva{ of Ihe rczoning. \Y horeb��
consent to the rcZOnin� of tlie property in thc petition oC; ����—�� �
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\Ye conscnt to il�e �pProval of this rczoning as it tivas ezpl�ined fo us by fhe
applic�nf or his/I�er represenfativc.
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ZONING DYSTRICTS ��-`+y�
City of Saint Paul
SUD'IMARY OF USES ALLO`VED I�' SAI�'T PAUL ZO\ING DISTRICTS
RESIDEtiTIAL
CO3I�IERCIAL
R-LL, R-1, R-3, R-3, R-4 One-Famil}•
One-family dtiG•ellings
Schools, libraries, parks, churches
Convznts, rectories
Family day care (10) and group famity day care (14)
Group day care in a non-residzntial structure
Home occupations
Bed and breakfasts w/one guest room
Community residential facilities (56 residents)
Cartia�e house drvellin�s (historically existin�)*
Cemeteries*
Clustzr developments*
Colleges, univzrsities*
Com•crsions of non-residential structures and
residzntiai structures over 9,040 sq. ft*
Golfcourses, private rzcreation facilities*
RT-1 Tti�'o-Famih•
All R-4 uszs
T«'o-family homes
Group day carz
�ratzmity and sororiry houses*
Bed and breakfasts ��•/up to 4 guest rooms*
RT-3 To���nhouse
All RT-1 uses
Three- and four-family d��•ellings
To�cnhouses «•ith up to 6 units
Communiry residential facilities (7-16)*
I2D1-1 Dlultiple Family
All RT-2 uses � .
Apartment buildings (s3 stories)
Rootning and boardin� houses*
12,1I-2 DIultiple Famil}•
All Rivt-1 uses
Apartmznt buitdings (<5 stories)
Elderl}• housing support services
Hospitals, nursin� homes*
iL�t-3 �'Iultiple r'atuily
Hi�h dznsity, high rise apartments
Churches, day care (all types)
Eldzrly housing suppoR services
Comm�mity residential facilities'�
Hospitals"
Acczssory retail service and office uses*
OS-1 Local Office-Ser�'ice
Business oftices such as banks, insurance, real estate
Professiona( offices such as medical clinics,la�v ofTices
Artist and photographer studios �
Sen•ice businesses such as photocopying, �vatch and
shoe rzpair, tailor shops, barber and beauty shops
Day care (all types)
Schools, colleges, libraries, parks, churches
Mixed commercial/residzntial uses
hiultiple-family d�vellin�s
Community residential facilities (16)
Publically o�vned buildings, public utility buildin�s*
OS-2 General Office-Serti•ice
All OS-1 uses
Post oftices and similar eo�•emmental offices
Retail businesses such as grocery, etc. (s 10,000 sq. ft.)
Restaurants and bars, e�cept dri�•e-in or fast-food
Hotets and hospitals
Laundries and dry cleaning (retail outlet)
nfanufacturin� of small precision goods
Carria�e house d�vellin?s
Retail businesses (>I0,000 sq. ft.)*
B-1 Locai Business
�fost OS-i uses
Retail businesses such as grocery, bakery, dnigs, books.
ciothin„ hard�care, florist, carry-out restaurants
Laundries and dry cleanin� (retail outlet)
Post ofT3czs and similar govemmental offices
Vfixed commercial/residentiai uses
�fultiple-family d�vellings*
B-2 Communitp Business
All B-1 uses
Sercice businesses «'ith a shonTOOm or workshop such
as contractor, baker, paintzr, appliance repair
Restaurants and bars, excep[ drive-in or fast food
Food caterin�
Coffez kiosks
Pricatz halis and clubs, health clubs
"l�htaters, Uiit�o halis, asscmbly hal'ss
Currency exchange businesses
Vetzrinary clinics, tatoo parlors
Auto sen�ice stations, con��enience and specialty stores"
Pool hells, bon•ling aileys, game rooms and other t}y��
of indoor commercial recreation*
Pa��r shops*
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EXhibit 3- City Council Resolufion for Apri125, 2001
Smith Avenue Transit Hub
Aevelopment Program Description
The Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub proposes an above-ground
combination bus layover facility and parking ramp that includes the following elements:
♦ Up to 1,400 parking stalls, of which approximately 30% aze for caz/van pool;
♦ A bus layover facility for at least 16 buses;
♦ 100 b�lce lockers;
♦ Up to 25,000 squaze feet of future retaiUcommercial along West Seventh street.
The facility will be divided by Smith Avenue into a north structure and a south structure
connected by bridges at the elevated levels for car and pedestrian traffic. Smith Avenue will
likely provide primary entrance/exit to and from the transit hub for buses, commuter/contract
parkers and event parkers, retail service access, van access ar. bt�ces, as well as pro��ide for four
lanes of vehicular traffic. Sidewallcs, including one covered walk within the ramp structure will
provide for a pedestrian friendly use of Smith Avenue.
The street-level bus layover facility will accommodate peak time metro bus layover for at least
16 buses. Metro Transit facilities on the site will include all weather shelter accessible to the
public from Smith Avenue, bus driver facilities, a with drivers room, general storage and a
supervisors office. The bus layover facility will also serve charter buses for RiverCentre, the Xcel
Energy Center, the Ordway, and the Science Museum of MN. Such charter buses will shaze the
facility, to the degree it is not needed for Metro Transit bus layover, and will utilize the majority
of the bus portion of the transit hub at non-peak times and on weekends.
The aesthetic design of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub will be of urban character with roof top
parking. The facility will be set back from West Seventh Street to accommodate the construction
of retaiUcommercial space. Up to 25,000 S.F. of high bay retail space at street level will eictend
the length of the facility along West Seventh Street and will provide a variety of tenant frontages
up to 75 feet deep set back from the curb approxunately 15 feet. There will be a pedestrian
connection across West Seventh Street to the Xcel Energy Center via tunnel, skyway, or at grade.
K�SharefiPedvSchiecke�2vIISC PROIECTSS�IITH TRANSIT HS7B�Ez}ubit C- Project Desctipfion.wpd
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39 WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") among the Federal Highway Admiuistration
40 ("FHWA"), the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation ("ACHP") the Minnesota Histozical Preservation
41 Office ("SHPO") and the City along with concuu•ing parties has been negotiated and attached in E�ibit 1;
42 and
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44 WHEREAS, Saint Paul Heritage Preservation Conmvssion ("HPC") hosted the required public meeting
45 required by the federal Section 106 process on August 10, 2000 concerning the House and Smith Avenue
46 Transit Aub; and
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48 WF�REAS, HPC has passed two resolutions conceining the House ( HPC Res 99-4 on July 22, 1999
49 and Res. 01-1 on January 11 , 2001). The second resolution supports execution by HPC of the MOA, subject
50 to its normal review with respect to municipal preservation matters as descn�beSY`m Chapter 73 of the Saint
51 Paul L,egislative code (see E�ibit 1, Stipulation I C and D); and �
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V1�IEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of the 5 en Corners Gateway Area of Saint
Pau1, including significant views of the Saint Paul Cathedral, Xcel En gy Center and other important
landmarks; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes other projects t at are under consideration including transit
projects such as the Riverview Corridor and the Trolley, and er parking projects for Holiday Inn Aotel,
United/Children's Hospitals, and others; and
WI�,REAS, a parking supply and demand study r the western end of Downtown, including the
Smith Avenue Transit Hub, United Hospital campus, oliday Inn Hotel etc,. Will be compieted shortly to
assist the City: (1) in the coordination between pen ' g parking and transit projects in the westem end of
Downtown and (2) in helping detennine the final ber of pazking spaces to be financed and constructed as
part of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project.
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67 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLV D, that the City Council approves and directs the following:
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69 1. Accepts the final Section 106 Smith Av ue Transit Hub Report, Voluxnes 1-5. This includes Volume 5
70 which was prepared after the required pu ic hearing on August 10, 2000 at the Saint Paul Heritage
71 Preservation Commission and contains 1 written testimony of interested parties and the City's response to
72 the testimony.
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2. Approves proceeding with the S'th Avenue Transit Hub Project and accepts the now $6.2 million grant
from Federal government for the roject and directs staff to complete securing at least $2.0 million from
Metro Transit, which will be us toward the transit component of the Project.
3. Approves execution of
by appropriate City offici�
PED staffthat aze consist
of Agreement substantially in the form as attached in E�bit 1,
and with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney aud
with the actions taken in this Resolution.
82 4. Accepts title to the ouse and surrounding land from the State of Minnesota with the condition imposed by
83 2000 Legislature that exchange for the House being donated to the City, the City agree that the House be
84 preserved at an alte ative site and directs staff to complete acceptance.
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86 5. City selects Site # 7 the former Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut St. south of Ryan Street) as the site to
87 wbich the House will be moved and stabilized for residential reuse, names Historic Irvine Pazk Association as
88 Redeveloper, and approves attached Memorandum of Intent in substantially the same form as attached in
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89 E�ubit2 with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney and PED staff that aze
90 consastent with the actions taken in this Resolution. Siting, move and stabilization activities of the House on
91 Site #7 will be reviewed by the HPC as fiuther described in the lines 48-51 above�;;-
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93 6. Authorizes City staff to commence and complete vacation process to convey Site #7 - Plastics to HRA, who
94 in turn will convey to the Redeveloper.
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96 7. Accepts rezoning petitions for the former Plastics Pazking I,ot and authorizes
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8. Requests HRA to cause:
process to begin.
A) the House to be moved and stabilized and directs appropriate ff to retain a historic mover and any
other contractors necessary to move and stabilize the House at rte # 7, consistent with the City's
obligations described in the Memorandum of Agreement in P agraph 3 above.
B} Use fhe $2375 million dollars whicfl ha�e previously en budgeted in HRA Res. 00-6/14-3 to
move and stabilize the House on behalf of the City. F er the City Council understands these HRA
monies are interim funds to the City that shall be reim sed to the HRA no later than the closing on
the financing for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub by t e City.
9. City staff is to continue design and traffic work on t Project on this gateway site to the Downtown by
Collaborative Design Group Architects(Dick Faricy, 1 Hickey, et. a1.) and SRF Consulting Crroup, in
conjunction with other projects under consideration ' the project area including Riverview Corridor, Trolley
and other parking projects in the area..
10. After completion of the parking demand stu for the western end of Downtown, which will assist in the
coordination of pending parking and transit pro' cts in the area, the Adnvnistration shall return to the City
Council and recommend:
(i) the number of parking spaces and
(ii) the design concept for Project de
(rii) the Finance Plan for the Project�
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123 E�ibit 1-Copy of draft Dec 17, :
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to be buik for the Project
in E�ibit 3
will be developed by PED and Financial Services.
to City Council Resoiution
MOA with City, FHWA, SHPO, ACHP, et al
with Redeveloper of House at Plastic Parking Lot 5ite
Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project
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DRAFT - DECEMBER 13, 2000
MEMORANDiM OF AGREEMENT
AMONG
THE FEDERAL HIGH`VAY AD�IIIVISTRATION,
THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
THE MINNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
AND THE CITY OF SAI�'T PAUL,
FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN DI.
CK�I��Iy Z1I�MS�7`►[il�:i��►Tl�.`��`►11L�7
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FHtiVA)
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, Mi
m
n�
o� .y a��
� to fund a portion of a transit
and
WHEREAS, the FHWA has determined that this project, t Smith Avenue Transit Hub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong Ho e(House), a double-house listed on the
National Register of Historic Places (National Regist ,
WHEREAS, the FHWA has consulted with th Ad��isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State Historic Preservat' n Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the regulati s(36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U. .C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Housing and Re velopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have rticipated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memorandum of Agree ent (tiIOA); and
WHEREAS, the HPC serves as a advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipa]
heritage preservation matters as o lined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati�e code (Chapter 73);
and
WHEREAS, several Interest Parties have participated in the consultation through public meetings,
work sessions and revie of documentation, includin� Tom Dimond, Kathryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to S e the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Association, and severa ther interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kat n Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
WHEREAS, under innesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire propert from the State that is needed to proceed with the Transit Aub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle ite, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
altemative site t preserve it; and
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical research summarized in a report entitled, "Smith
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Seazch for Archaeological Potential and Historic Buiidin� ensity
Survey" (7uly 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WHEREAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smi venue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kellogg Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Str t and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any prop on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement
NOW, TF3EREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the
that the undertaking shall be implemented in accordance with the f
take into account the effect of the undertakin� on the John M. Ar�
The FWHA will ensure that the following measures ar�arried out.
(the "Signatories") agree
ig stipulations in order to
; House.
I. RELOCATION AND STABTLIZATION F THE HOUSE
A. Ci Obli ation to Relocate the use to an Alternative Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated and st ilized �vithin one year ofthe execution of the MOA
to one of the acceptabte sites li ed in Appendix A. The relocation ofthe House will
be completed according
publication "Moving Hi:
will be selected by the Ci
to undertake relocation `
Register listing. Mov �
its designee {i.e., hi oric
B. CitxCc
with a i
House
comme
and the
requirii
Secretp
fails �6
to e guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
o c Buildings" by John Obed Curtis. The building mover
with review and concurrence by SF3P0. The City a�
F the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
and stabilization activities to be compieted by the City, or
mover; redeveloper), are listed in Appendix B.
�nve anc o Redevelo er. The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
edevelo er, which will determine the Relocation Site from Appendix A. The
will sold AS IS to a redeveloper for reuse as either residential or
rcia at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
H se to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
i that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance with the
ry of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
t, ownership of ihe House will revert to the City.
C. ehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City or its redeveloper �cill submit
efiabilitation PIans to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Pian Revie�r Process,
including the Moving/Buildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
character-defining features of the buildin�. The proposed Rehabilitation Ptans will
o►-w}�
II.
include building sitin�, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improvements, and adjace
new construction that is part ofthe site plan. Ifthe Move and Stabilization Pla (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to compl on of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the buildin� (including the in rior), the
remaining plans will be reviewed sepazately. Flexibility will be a«•ed in the
review ofthe interior of the House. HPC will provide an opportwii orpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO �' 1 consider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is loca d within an area that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HP will have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monito�ng to ensure that subsequent
treatment and improvements to the exterior of the�ouse are in compliance with the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed elocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter ,, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesignated a a St. Paul Herita�e Presen Site,
subject to a public review process outlined � Chapter 73.
E.
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will
znoved and after the move is complet
moved to its new site and stabilized •
the City shall prepare documentati :
C identifies the materials to be fu is:
the Keeper of the Register as n ific
Section 60.14(b)(5).
lu � a the Move. In accordance «�ith 36 CFR
r am on the National Register �vhile being
GVithin nme months after the House has been
�cording to the activities listed in Appendix B,
required by 36 CFR Section 6Q.14. Appendix
�ed. SHPO shall fonvazd this documentation to
ition of the move in accordance �cith 36 CFR
F. Tem�orary_Stora e of Ho e durin Moae. If necessary, the City will move the
House to a temporary loc ion to allow time for ne�v site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub construct' n schedule. Appropriate measures will be taken to protect
and secure the buildin during this interim period.
G. Protection of the source. After the City receives title of the property from the
State, appropriat measures will be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior t, during and after it is moved.
On behalf of F WA, the City shall ensure that an azchaeolo�ical survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub ite and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun�ey shall be
conducte y the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Siandards and
Guideli s for ldentification (48 CFK 44720-23) and takin� into account relevant �uidelines
of the O. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the s ey meetin� the standards of the Secretary of the Interior shall be submitted [o FHWA
for eview and approval.
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III.
IV
FHWA shall evaluate properties identified through the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eligible for the
Narional Register, FHWA shall�comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6.
COSTS OF THE MOA
The Signatories and Concurrin� Parties shail be responsible for their own admi ' tration and
staff costs associated �vith either document revie�v or field �vork related to t' Agreement.
Further, the City shall pay costs associated with the foliowing: (1) documen tion, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology suru y and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other Ciry costs required to complete OA stipulations.
MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, ETC.
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as ne essary, shall be accompiished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the origi al agreement.
B. Should the Signatories object within 36 days the materials provided for review
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of t's agreement, the FHWA shall consult
with the objecting party to resolve the obj tion. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FHW shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council comment provi ed in response to such a request will be taken
into account by the FHWA with re rence only to the subject of the dispute•, the
C.
FHWA's responsibility to carry o all actions under this agreement that are not the
subjects of the dispute remain u hanged.
Ifprovisions of this a�reeme are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Signat 'es shall consult to seek amendment ofthe a�eement. If
the agreement is not am ded, any Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementarion of ' terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertakin n historic
properties. A photocopy of this document will be deemed to be an o ginal by the
Signatories.
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESEI�VATION
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John M. Fowler, Executive Director
MINNESOTA STATE
Bv
ATION OFFICE
Nina M. Archabal, Stat,�Historic Preservation Officer
INVTTED SIGNA
CITY OF SAIN� PAUL
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Coleman
Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
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co��cux:
ST. PAUL HERTTAGE PRESER'VATION COi�'INIISSION
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Name and Title of Signer
CITY OF 5AINT PAUL HOUSING AND REDEVELOPM�NT AUTHORITY
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Name and Title of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
CITIZENS TO SAVE TH�ARMSTRONG HOUSE
Date;
Date:
B Date:
Kathryn M. B cock
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently owned by City � HRA.
Site # 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut �outh of Ryan Street)
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut �d Exchange)
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APPENDIX B �
MOVING AND STABILIZATION
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed Move and Stabilize Data can be found in Yolz:me 1, Attachment I
A. MOVE BY fIISTORIC MOVING CONTRACTOR
Section 106Report.)
This step includes the activities involved in physically liftin the Armstrong House off its existing
foundation, moving it along city streets and placing it on new foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractor will be responsible for the new foun tion, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities st meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary b cing, shorinJ and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and ex rior will be completed to aliow monitoring of
building condition. During the move, the histo ' moving contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as p otecting or replacing affected landscaping, curbs,
etc. The historic moving contractor will also ovide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successful completion of the move. ncluded in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas th . provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility of the Historic Building M er and the City at the existing building location, while the
building is in transit, and at the new bu' ing location.
B. NE`V
This step includes the activities a general contractor to clear out the existing site ofthe Amistrong
House after is has been moved and to prepare the new site for placement of the Armstron� House.
New site �vork wi11 invotve onstructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support system. I necessary, a new entry porch will be built on the front of the House at
its new location. Depend' g on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a
steps will be taken at'�
will be provided at bc
dated May 4, 2000�
responsibility of a
building is in tran t,
lev surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
h' ew site to protect adj acent sidewalks, trees or structures. Securing fencing
�' the old site and the new site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
m Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
eneral Contractor and the City at the existin� building location, while the
and at the new building location.
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C. NIINIMUM ELEMENTS TO RETAIN NATIONAL REGISTER
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office ( O), this step
involves the absolute minimum unprovements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House &om further deterioration. Correspondence from SHPO da d Mazch 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that wo d not be needed for
continued eli�ibility of the FIouse. That correspondence is included � Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment I). The key elements that are necessary for cont� ed eli;ibility are listed as
follows: �
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Excavation and grading of new site
Sheet piling as necessary to protect street,
Wall footin�s, piers for porch foorings on
Foundation walls, sandstone veneer
Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick repai�
Basement beams
Repair or replace &ont entry porch �
Remove and replace roofing surf e
New gutters and downspo�ts �,�
New entrances �
site
adjacent structures
Remove and replace windo s, or repair existin� windows
Perimeter caulking �
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D. STABILIZATION AND ASS�`T PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a ge eral contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House for i spection. Minimum electrical service will be provided forbasic
lighting. New stairs to the base ,'ent will be constructed. Loose or waterlogged material will be
removed from the house. �
♦ Mmi
♦ Reaz
♦ eiene
♦ Envi
eiectncalservice
stairs; basement stairs
interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
mentai clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOTE: A tivities in Parts A-I3 of Appendix B will be part of the "Move and
tabilization PZans"referenced in the MOA.
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APPENDIX C
Documentation required once the Armstrong House is moved
1) A letter notifying the MN-SHPO the date the property was moved,�
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2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and white photographs aad one set of �des of the hovse
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspectives) o the froat aad rear of
the house aze required. The lab processia� the film should e able to pass a hypo
(fixer) residue test for film processin�. (In other words ; a reputable vendor for
processing), The photographs should be printed on pho, ' graphic, silver emulsion
resin-coated paper (not ghotograpluc color dye paper � ed by vendors advertising
cheap developing costs). The photographs should ve a ane-half inch border.
They shouid be labeled on the back usin� a soft p�cil wzth the followiag
information: name of property, county and
photo�aph, location of original aegative*,
number or number depicting vantage point
be a plastic mount with name of property c
will accept the negatives (along with the
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus-X Pan ,
3) A sketch map (done in black aad
4) An original United State Geolo€
location of the house on its new
pencil. Do not include any othe�
S) Acreage of the pazcel on
� Legal Description of the
� Parcel's PIN number �F
8) Name and address o rpr�
,'name of photographer, date of
(camera faciag), photograph
: sketch map. • The slides should
+ and state�and date. *The SHPO
aphs) provided that the film•is 24
which depicts the hovse on its new site
Survey Map (LT-S.G.S.} which depicts the
(Depict locatioa using a dot made with a lead
tten information on the map).
tfie house is located.
owner(s)
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March
Rehabilitation of tfie Armstrona House f"House"1
Memorandum Of Intent
Redeveloaer. Site and Reuse of the Relocated House
Redeveloper of the House wi41 be the Nistoric trvine Park Associ on ("HIPA"). The site to which
the House wiil be relocated is the former Plastics parking lot at hestnut and South of Ryan
(the"Site"). The Redeveloper at its sole discretion may seek a ditional partner(s) after a RFQ
process is completed by the Redeveloper. At this time, the edeveloper plans to form a
Limited Liability Corporation ("LLC") to undertake the rem ' ing rehabilitation after the City or
HRA completes move and stabiiization activities describ in the Memorandum of Agreement
("MOA") attached in Exhibit A.
Rehabilitation of the House would be residential reus . The density on the site will be effectively
controlied by the Redeveloper through the processir�g of one of three rezonings (RT-1, RT-2,
RM-1) attached in Exhibit B. ,,/�
Phase 1: Pubfic Hearing on House and
(April 4, 2001)
Citv and HRA
Transit Hub before City Council
1. Staff recommends at Public Hearing�'`on House and Smith Avenue Tra�sit Hub that (1) the
House be moved and stabilized at Plastics site, (2) recommend HIPA as Redeveloperand
support execution of Memo of Int nt with Redeve{oper and (3) Smith Avenue Transit Hub
project be approved.
2. City Council considers the R�olution to execute MOA; name Site and Redeveloper;
convey property to HRA for �isposition; accept HRA Budget of $2.375 M to undertake MOA
obligatians; accept 3 separ�te zoning petitions for the Site and related actions concerning
the Smith Avenue Transit,�iub.
3. HRA agrees to e
and reconvey at
hoid a pubiic he�
a portion of the �
Redeveloper
�fiv10A, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
� to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabitizing and
i land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a doilar plus
delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
1. At Public Hear"' g on April 4, 2001, on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub (A) support
business poin s outlined in this Memo of Intent (B) provide adopted neighborhood resolution
approved M ch 20, 2001(C) provide sufficient signatures from immediate neighbors for
three separ te (RT-2, RT-1, RM-1) zoning petitions to the City as Applicant, that would be
processed imultaneously. The Redeveloper wiil notify in writing the City as Petitioner 10
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days before by the third reading on the rezoning (Public Hearing meeting on rezoning),
which one of the three rezoning it wishes the City Council to adopt; whereupon the City will
withdraw the two remaining petitions. �f the City is not notified the dgfault rezoning is RT -1.
The finai adopted rezoning will determine the density, and only the/6niy structure on the Site
will be the House unless Redeveloper recommends and finances�dditional structures.
Phase 2= MOA
(April to May 15, 2001)
Citv and HRA
1. City, SHPO, ACHP, FHWA execute MOA. Also G
Dimond, and Save the Armstrong wi41 be invited to
2. Compfetes transfers of state land and House on
3. Vacation process for transfer of title of iand
is underway already for Hill Street adjacent
4. Draft covenant about future rehab to the
5. Rezoning and Variance process for the
back yard variance may aiso be neces€
Variance by end of July] ,�
Parties HRA, HPC, Tom
Circle to City from State.
House to HRA. (Separate vacation process
� Site on the south.)
structure described in attached MOA.
Variance for height will be necessary and a
[Estimated completion of Rezoning and
6. HRA agrees to execute MOA, app�ves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Closing to Rede�loper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a public hearing on land sal of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dolfar plus
a portion of the cost of deliveri the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redeveloper
1. Select partner(s), if any
Phase 3: Between Exe
Redeveloper
(Mid May to Fall 200
Citv and HRA
RFQ, arrange financing etc.
of MOA and Ciosing on Conveyance of House and Site fo
4 to 6 months)
1. Retain CPMI as�oject Manager for MOA move and stabilization under MOA. SRF through
Ann Hopkins wil'also be involved. 106 Group will be used for archeology on the Site in
advance of mo e. The City's Architect wili be the Collaborative Design Group for which Dick
Faricy works.�
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2. Retain historic mover approved by SHPO. Retain Contractor to build
3. City funds archeology, move and stabilization, and security activities.
4. City wiN expfore ways to make Historic Tax Credit availabfe to
etc.
is $2.375 M
5. Move and Stabilization Plans (siting of House, etc.) will require H C and SHPO review, as
well as City Site Plan review process and variances.
6. City keeps House secure until Ciosing. �
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7. City prepares documentation for continued National Regist, r listing of House.
Redevelooer
1. Two (2) designated representatives of Redeve
Involved with the exact siting of the House on
stabilization activities).
Phase 4: Closing between City, HRA and
Land (after stabilization at Site)
(Estimated Closing November 15, 200
House rehabilitated with Certificate of
of Closing, estimated to by Novembe�
Citv and HRA
1. City conveys title of House a
Deed to Redeveloper and e:
Covenant recorded. ,�
Redeveloper
attend meetings with CPMI, etc.
(Comment only on move and
on Conveyance ofHouse and
sooner)
�pancy compiete and marketing within two years
15,2003)
and HRA conveys title of House and land by Quit Claim
s Escrow Funds if any funds remain from $2.375 M;
At closing on land an House for $1 plus the cost of delivering sewer to the site, after
completion of move nd stabilization, Redeveloper accepts the House AS IS, covenant is
recorded, reverter I nguage in deed, and if and only if there remains a balance on the City's
$2.375 M, City es blishes escrow fund for the Redeveloper on a reimbursement basis for
the remaining re abilitation of the House with appropriate documentation and approval by
City's Project M nager, CPMI. Escrow funds, if any, would be available for utility
connections f water and electrical, etc.
2. Undertake �fid complete rehabilitation, after review of Rehabilitation Plans by HPC and
SHPO ,[i.e., get Certificate of Occupancy ] and market property within 2 years of Closing.
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Attachments to Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et ai.
Exhibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot
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DRAFT - AECEMBER 13, 2000
MEMORANDUII OF AGREr;i1�i,VT
Ai�10NG
TFIE FEDERAL HIGFIEVA'Y AD�SIIVISTRA
THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC P�R�ERVATION,
THE MINNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESE ATION OFFICE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI\T P
FOR TAE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN hI.
HOUSE Ari'D
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CONSTRTJCTION OF TIiE SNIITH A� NUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MI ' SOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Hi�hway Administrati n(FH«'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Rams County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the FHWA has determined
have an adverse effect on the John M.
National Register of Historic Places (I�
this proj ect, the Smith Avenue Transit Hub project, will
istrong House (House), a double-house listed on the
al Register);
WHEREAS, the FHWA has con�ulted with the Ad��isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State H' foric Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City ofSt. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursua to the regulations (36 CFR Part 800) implem�nting Section 106 of
the National Aistoric Preserv ton Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul using and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commissio (HPC) have participated in thz consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memor um of Agreement (v10A); and
WHEREAS, the HP serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipal
heritage preservati matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. PauPs legislative code (Chapter 73);
and
WHEREAS, s eral Interested Parties have participated in the consultation through public meetings,
work sessio and review of documentation, includin, Tom Dimond, ICathryn Babcock -
representin Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Associati , and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated 7une 2000.
Tom Di ond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
WH�EAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws Z000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed with the Transit Hub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
altemative site to preserve it; and �
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�IHEREAS, the City has completed historical reseazch summarized in a report entitled, "Smith
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search Yor Archaeological Potential and Historic Buildin� Intensity
Survey" (JuIy 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WHEREAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kello�g Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Street d I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any prope on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement;
NOW, THEREFO1tE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the
that the undertaking shall be implemented in accordance with the f
take into account the effect of the undertakin; on the 7ohn M. A�
The FWHA will ensure that the following
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZA'
carried out.
OF THE HOUSE
(the "Signatories") agree
Zg stipulations in order to
; House.
A. Cit Obli ation to Relocate t� House to an Alternative Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated a stabilized «�ithin one year of the execution ofthe MOA
to one of the acceptable si s listed in Appendix A. The relocation of the House will
be completed accordin� to the guidelines set forth in the National Park Service
publication "Moving I�storic Buildings" by John Obed Curtis. The buildin� mover
will be selected by t,�City with review and concurrence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake reloc ion o£ the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
Re?ister listing. ovin� and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e„historic mover; redeveloper), aze listed in Appendix B.
B. CitV Conve "nce to Redevelo ec The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
with a rede 'eloper, which �vill determine the Relocation Site from Appendix A. The
House w'y71 be sold AS IS to a rede��eloper for reuse as either residential or
comme �ial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and t�ouse to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
requ ng that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance with the
Sec�etary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
f ls to perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
ontract, ownership of the House wiil revert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City or its redeveloper �cill submit
Rehabilitation Pians to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Plan Revie«� Process,
including the Moving/Building Permit process, for review znd concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
character-defining features of the building. The proposed Rehabilitation Plans will
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include building siting, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improcemenis, and adj acent
new construction that is part of the site plan. Ifthe Move and Stabilization Plans (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the building (includin� the interior), the
remainin� plans will be reviecved separately. Flexibility will be allo �•ed in the
review of the interior ofthe House. HPC will provide an opportunity f ublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO wil onsider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is locate �vithin an uza that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC ill have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for lon� term monitori � to ensure that subsequent
treatment and improvements to the exterior of the H se are in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed r ocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 7, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesignated a St. Paul Herita�e Presen Site,
subject to a public review process outlined in Chapter 73.
E.
moved and after the move is
moved to its new site and st;
the City shail prepare docur
C identiFies the materials to
the Keeper of the Register ;
Section 60.14(b)(5). �
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will
r�nQ the Move In accordance ���ith 36 CFR
.main on the National Register «•hite bein�
R'ithin nine months after the House has been
accordin� to the activities listed in Appendix B,
n required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. Appendix
shed. SHPO shall fo:��ard t�ss docus�en±ationto
cation of the move in accordance ti��ith 36 CFR
F. Tem�orarv Stora�e oF I�Iouse durina Mo�•e. If necessary, the City will move the
House to a temporary - cat o to allow time for new site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub const 4'ction schedule. Appropriate measures �z'ill be taken to protect
and secure the buil}��n� durin� this interim period.
G. Protection of th��Resource. After the City receives title of the propem� from the
State, appropri�te measures ���ill be taken by the City to protect and secure the
building priorfto, during and after it is moved.
Onbehalf of F WA, the City shall ensure that an archaeolo�ical survey is conducted onthe
Transit Hub 1te and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun•ey shall be
conducted b the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Standards and
Guideline or ldentification (48 CFR 44720-23) and takin� into account relevant guidelines
of the S O. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the surv meetin� the standards of the Secretary of the Interior shalt be submittzd to FHWA
for red w and approval.
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FHWA shall evaluate properties identified tYirou�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eli�ible for the
National Re�ister, FHWA shall�comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6.
COSTS OF THE MOA
The Si�natories and Concurring Parties shall be responsible for their own ad�ninistration and
staff costs associated with ei±her document revie�v or field work related `�this A�eement.
Further, the City shall pay costs associated with the fotlowin�: (1) doc entation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeoloa survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other City costs required to com�pTete MOA stipulations.
IV. MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, Fc3'C. �
A. Modification or amendment of this a�reeme�as necessary, shall be accomplished
by the Signatories in the same manner as,ik`ie original a�reemen[.
B. Should the Si�natories object withinf�0 days to the materials provided for review
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E a�II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
with the objecting party to resolu� ``the objection. If the FHWA determinzs that the
objection cannot be resolved, ttf'e FHWA shali request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council com nt provided in response to such a request �vill be taken
into account by the FHW�
FHWA's responsibiliry
subjects ofthe dispute en
C. Ifprovisions of
of its execution,
the agreement '
800.6(c)(8). �
with reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
carry out a!I ac#ions under th:s agreemenE that are not the
iain unchanged.
ii a�reement are not carried out within three (3) years from the date
e Signatories shall consult to seek amendment ofthe aereement. If
not amended, any Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of this document wili be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. �
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADNIIiVISTRATION
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Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC
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John M. Fowler, Executive Director
MINNESOTA5TATE
By
Nina M. Archabal, �
INVITED SIGNAT(�
CITY OF
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Preservation Officer
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Date:
Date:
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Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attorney
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ST. PAiIL HERITAGE PRESERVATION CObIMISSION
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Name and Title of Signer
CITY OF SAINT PAUL HOUSING AND
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Name and Titie of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
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CITIZENS TO
THE ARMSTRONG HOUSE
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently owned by City or HRA
Site. # 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chesmut south af Ryan Street)
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and
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MOVING AND STABILIZATTON ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detniled Move and Stabilize Data can be found in Yolume 1, Attachment I of the Secti,�r'r�106 Report.)
A. MOVE BY HISTORIC MOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting th,eirlrmstrong House off its existing
foundation, moving it along city streets and placin� it on a ne.�v foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractor will be responsible for the new foundat�, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities mus meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary bra n�, shorin� and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and ext or will be completed to allow monitoring of
building condition. During the move, the histo movin� contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as p, tecting or replacing affected landscaping, curbs,
etc. The historic movin� contractor will also� ovide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successfiil completion of the move.!'Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas tl t provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� N�o'ver and the City at the existing buiiding location, while the
buildin; is in transit, and at the new b,�filding location.
B. NE�V CONSTRUCTIQ�i ITEMS
This step includes the activiti s of a general contractor to clear out the existing site ofthe Armstrong
House after is has been mo ed, and to prepare the new site for placement of the Armstron� House.
New site work will invo�Ve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support syste�: If necessary, a new entry porch will be built on the front of the House at
its new location. Dep�,'nding on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a%level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken �# the new site to protect adjacent sidewalks, trees or structures. Securin� fencing
will be provided a# both the old site and the new site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 20k�0, from Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility�6f a General Contractor and the City at the existing building location, while the
building is in transit, and at the new building location.
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C. MI1VI:vIUtII ELE1lIENTS TO RETAi\ IyiA'i'IO\AL REGISTER LISTING
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Iiistoric Preservation Office (SHPO), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House from further deterioration. Correspondence from SHPO dated Marc �7, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that would not. e needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the S�`i�ion 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment I). The key elements that are necessary for continued eiij bility are listed as
follows: ,%'
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet piling as necessary to protect street, sidezvall
♦ Wall footings, piers for porch footin�s on new site
♦ Foundation walls, sandstone veneer i
♦ Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick repajr �
♦ Basementbeams �
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♦ Repair or replace front entry porc,hes
♦ Remove and replace roofin; sqrface
♦ New gutters and downspouts%"
♦ New entrances /�
adjacent structures
♦ Remove and replace wineTows, or repair existin� windows
♦ Perimeter caulking �'
D. STABILIZATION AND A5'SET PROTECTION
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This step involves activities by a�;�eneral contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House fdr inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. New stairs to the basement will be constructed. Loose or waterlogged material will be
removed from the house. ;i
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stairs; basement stairs
♦ Ge�ierai interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
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Documentation required once the Armstrong House is moved
1) A letter no�fying the 2vIN-SHPO the date the property was moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black aad wlute photographs and one set
on its new site. Two or more different views (persp� -`_._ _, .
tfie house ate required. The lab processin� the film
(fixer) residue test for film. grocessin�. (Ia other wo
processing). The photographs should be printed on
resin-coated paper (not photo�aphic color dye pa
chea developino costs), 'Tfie photographs sho t
ies of the house
front and reu of
io be able to pass a hypo
s" e a reputable veador for
otographic, silver emuLsion
used by vendors advertising
ve a one-half inch border.
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They should be labeled on the back using a so pencil with the following
information: name of property, county and te, name of photo�apher, date of
photooraph, location of original negative* view (camera facing), photograph
number or number depicting vantage po' t oa the sketch map.. The slides should
be a plastic mount with name of prop , couaty and stxte�and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along wi e photo�aphs) provided tI�t the film• is 24
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus- Pan film•
3) A sketch map (done in black d white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original United State ological Survey Map (U.S.G.S.) which depicts the
location of the house o. ts new site (Depict location usin� a dot made with a Iead
pencil. Do not includ y other written information on the map).
5) Acreage of the p, el on which the house is Iocated.
� Legal Descrip 'on of the pazcel
� Parcel's P number
8) Name d address of property owner(s)
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I. Parties agreeing to addendum. This addendum to the
Chestnut Street and 0 I-Till Sueet has been reviewed and
parties: Saint Paul PED, H'istoric Irvine Park Associati<
Molly Femholz, Patrick and Rita Hawkinson Wamer�
Hiileren, Louis Fillmon and Kazen Jason.
Purpose. The parties want to accelerate
moving of the historic Armstrong House f
to the site. The site's present zoning is P-
City can issue moving and foundation peri
housing. The parties agree that the p�o
to allow the Armstrong House to be�ma
most restrictive residential zone i�whic
�omn petitions for 235
re to by the following
A), Kevin McGrath and
and Ruth Dantuma, Peter
aoni�`g of 235 Chestnut Street to pemrit the
m�tts present location north of the Xcel Arena
,�4vhich allows only surface parking. Before the
;s, the site needs to be zoned to permit
rty on Chestnut Street should be rezoned
d and that the new zoning should be the
the house can feasibly be restored and
sold. The City wants to move t e{fiouse as soon as possible to open up the site north of
the arena for redevelopment. ,.�
Simultaneous zoning steps�and redevelopment analysis. HII'A is negotiating to take
ownership of the Armstro `�House and to partner with a developer to restore and mazket
it. At the time of the fili � of the rezoning petitions, HIl'A has not had time to select a
partner, complete a pro,'�ct feasibility analysis, or deternune how many residential units
will be at the site. 1e HII�A is working with developers, public agencies, and
contractors to devis, a feasibie restoration plan for the property, the City and the property
owners within 100��eet of the Chestnut Street site are initiating three separate residential
rezoning petition�for RT-1 (duplex), RT-2 (3-4 units), and RM-1 (multi-family) so that
any one of thect�` can be chosen later.
The petition�''will initiate the rezoning process at the Planning Comrnission; the parties
expect tha�>all three altematives may still be under consideration when the Planning
Commiss n holds its hearing and makes its recommendation. At least ten days before the
rezonin�petitions come before the City Council for third reading and public hearing,
HIPA,�vill have detemuned and submitted to the City in writing which of the three
alte �ative rezonings fits its restoration plan. The other two petitions will be withdrawn
by e parties. If HIPA has not made a written recommendatioq the parties wiil
r ommend that the Council approve the RT-1 rezoning altemative. As soon as practical
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after the Council approves a new zoning district, PED will request building permits for
excavation, a new foundatioq and the house move. In addirion to the rezoning, other City
approvals will be required before building permits aze issued, including height and setback
variances, site plan review, and historic review.
4. Nullification of fhe consents given on the rezoaing petitions. Most oFthe petition
signers specifically support the moving and restoration of the Armstrong Aouse, but
would not support whatever residential development may be permitted in the zoning
district without the house. If the Armstrong House is not moved to Chestnut Str or
suffers severe damage during the move and cannot be restored, the parties wa o return
the zoning, at least for the rime being, to P-1. ,
5. Attachment to rezoning peEitions for RT-1, RT-2, and RM-1. Thi iidendum is
hereby attached to each of the three rezoning petitions as an explan on for why muitiple
petitions are being submitted and as a safeguard for the affected ighbors.
6. Signatures of the Parties. I agree with the provisions of t's addendum. (Please sign
and date.)
Brian Sweeney, PED Patrick
Kevin McGrath
Peter Hilleren
Molly Fernholz f` Dirk Dantuma
Molly Howe
Ruth Dantuma
K:�Shazed�PedVSODF.RfiOUZONAIG\Atmstron�J
Warner Louis Fillmon
Karen Jason
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We, tlie undersi�ned, otvncrs oPtlie proper;y tvidtiin 100 feet o(thc total contiguous description of rzal estate
o�vned, purciiased, or sofd by'I'HE PETITION6R within one year preczdiit� tlie date oF tliii petition
ackno�vledge that �vz have bcen presented u•itli the foilou•ino:
I. A cop}' of the petition of
(name ofp ctitioner)
to rezone the property [ocated at a3S CheS�n�.i.1' �,-„ e�
from n P � zo�iino district to �1�� zoning district.
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2. A copy ofsections �'� through _(�Q•� inclusive oFtht Saint Paul ning Code; and
nckno�vledge that �ve ;�re a�vare oFnll of the uses permitted in z RT =�. zo ' g districC 2nd tve are
lware that any oFt(�zse uses can be establislted upon City Councii approval of ie rezoning. 14'e hereby'
consent to the rczonin� of the propeRy in the pctition oF, s t_��,�]�, ���
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1�vare that any oF duse i�ses c�n be established upon Ciry C
consent to lhe rczonin� of tfie property in the petition of;
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CONSEI�IT'-OF ADJOINING PROPERTY O�VNERS FOR A
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We, ihe undersigned, o�vncrs of tlie property tvitliin 100 feet oFtlic total
otvned, purci�ased, or sold by THE PET[TIO� IER within one year
lcknotivledge that wz have bccn presented ��•i[h tlte follot�•ing: f
1. A copp of tl�e petition oE
(name of ctit
to rezone tlic property located at a3S G�eS
from a �'� � zoning district to a}�'
2. Acopyofsections �•��7i through,�/�
ncknotivled�e diat �ve ��z nware oP111 oFthe uses �
nwlre tliat any of thase uses can be established u
eonsent to the rezoning of tl�e property in tl�e pet;}�
(Nanie of petifioner)
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ing district.
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�, inclusive of dr Saint Paul Zoning Code; and
iitted in �� zonin; district 2nd tve are
Ciry Councii approval of die rozoning. \�'e horeby• �
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_ to r.���,zoning �istricL (�(�Q��V! � )
\Ve consenY to flte �pproval o�this rezoning as it `vas expl�ined fo us by the
�PP�ic�nf or his/hcr represert��afivc.
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IrOT�: This petition shall not be considered as officially filed until tne lapse of seven (7) u�orking
_ days aRer it is recei�•ed by the Planning Division. Any signator of this petition may �rithdratti•his/he�
name therzErom by ��Titten request within that time. •�: O
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ZONING DISTRICTS
City of Saint Paul
SUMMARY OF USES ALLOtiVED IN SAINT PAUL ZO\'ING DISTRICTS �� "y a �
RESIDE\TIAL
R-LL, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 One-Famil}•
One-family d�vellings
Schools, libraries, parks, churches
Convents, rectories
Family day care (10) and group family day care (14)
Group day care in a non-residential structurz
Homz occupations
Bed and brzakfasts w/one guest room
Community residential facilities (s6 residents)
Carriage housz dweltings (historically existing)"
Cemeteries*
Cluster dzvelopments*
Colleges, univzrsities*
Com•ersions of non-residential structures and
residential struchires over 9,000 sq. ft.*
Golf courses, private recreation facilities*
RT-1 T��'o-Famitr'
All R-� uszs
T���o-family homzs
Group day care
Fratzmity and sorority houses*
Bed and breakfasts �v/up to 4 guest
RT-Z To«'nhouse �p
A11 RT-I uses
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Thrzz- and four-family d���elfings /
To���nhouses «'ith up to 6 units �
Community residential faciliti s (7-16)*
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I2��I-1 blultiple Family �
All R7-2 uses
Apartment buildings (5�-'stories)
Roomin� and boardin houses*
I2_�I-2 �Iultiple
Ali RNI-1 uses
Apartment buil
Eldzrly housi �
Hospitals, n si,
�ngs (<_ 5 stories)
support services
iR homes*
iL�t-3 l�l tipie I amily
Hi�h d sity, high rise apartments
Churches, day care (all tyPes)
Etdzrly housing support services
Community residential facilities*
Hospitals`
Accessoq� retail service and office uses*
CO�I�IERCIAL
OS-1 Loca] Oftice-Ser�
Business offices such as banks, insurance, real estate
Professiona] offices such as medical cIinics, law officz;
Artist and photographer studios
Sen�ice businesses such as photocopying, �vateh and
shoe repair„jailor shops, barber and beauty shops
Day care (all es)
Schools, co ges, libraries, parks, churches
Mised co ercial/residential uses
amily dwellin�s
y residzntial facitities (16)
owned buildin�s, public utility buildin�s*
�S-2 General Office-Ser�•ice
A110S-1 uses
Post offices and similar eo�'emmental offices
Retail businesses such as grocery, etc. (s 10,000 sq. fr.)
Re;taurants and bars, except dri��e-in or fast-food
Hotels and hospitals
Laundries and dry deanin� (retail outlet)
blanufact�rin� of small precision goods
Carria�e house dwellinss
Retail businesses (>10,000 sq. ft.)*
B-1 Local Business
Dtost OS-1 uses
Rztail businesses such as erocery, bakery, drugs, books.
clothin„ hard«�are, florist, carry-out restaurants
Laundries and dry cleanin� (retail outlet)
Post ofYices and similar go�'emmental offices
ldi�ed commercial/residential uses
Vlultiple-family d�vellings*
B-2 Community Business
Alt B-1 uses
Sen'ice businesses �cith a sho�F7oom or �vorkshop such
as contractor, baker, painter, appliance repair
Restaurants and bars, eacept drive-in or fast food
Food catzring
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Pricatz halls and clubs, health clubs
"l�l�zaeers, bingo h�li�, ussemUl}' halis
Currzncy exchange businesses
Veterinary clinics, tatoo parlors
Auto sercice stations, con��enience and specialty stores`
Pool halls, bo��'ling alleys, game rooms and other t}'p=�
of indoor commercial recreation"
Pa��n shops*
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B-3 Genera] Business
Most B-2 uscs
dndoor vehicle sales
Mortuaries
Finishing shops
Business sales and service such as parcel delivery
Manufacturing of small precision goods
Hotels and motels
Printin� and publishing firms
Wholesalin� (no outside storaoe, <15,000 sq. ft.)
Hospitals
Outdoor vehicle sales *
Auto repair facilities*
Fast food and drive in restaurants*
Greenhouses, nurseries*
Car �vashes*
Adult ttses'"
B-4 Central Business
Retaii, sen•ice and office uses
Apartment residential uses
Hotels, motels, hospitals
Amusement and entertainment uses, museums
Schools, colleges, libraries, parks, churches
Go��emmental uses
Currzncy eschan�e businesses, pa��n shops
Adutt uses*
Community residential facilities"
B-5 Central Business/Sercice
All B-4 uses
�Vholesalino, warehousin�
Limited manuEacturin�
Dry cleanin� plants
Foud catzrin�, processing, manuf
Itescarch and testin� laboratories
Auto sen�ice stations, auto conve
stores, auto repair �
B-2C Community Bu
All RM-Z uses
Most B-2 uses, except
and currency excr
Retail sales in a buildJ'
Service businesses %
and specialty
urants, assembly halls
businesses
* Conditionai uses - A Special Condition Use Permit
(SCUP) must be granted by the Planning Commission to
allow these uses.
I-1 Industry
All B-3 uses except family and group family day care
Warehousing, �vhotesalin�
Research and testing
Lumber and contractor s yards
Manufacturing from pre�iously prepared materials
Rental storage facilities
Auto service stations, auto convenience/specialty storzs
Auto repair, auto body facilities
Tele��ision and radio to�vers"
Adult uses"`
Gun shops and shootin� �lleries*
I-2 Industr}�
MostI-1 uses
ra�c materials
Sewage pla
Stora�e o, uilding matzrials, sand, gravel, stone
�of sand, gravzl, other raw materials*
�us and infzctious waste processing*
dai freight yards"
T-3 Industr}•
Gasoline tank farms
Rendzring plants and tannin�
Rock crushing*
SPECI.4L DISTRICTS
PD Plnnned Decelopment
All uses by specific plan
P-1 Par]:ina
Off-street parking
RCR-I Ricer Corridor Residential
Multiple family d���ellings
Institutional uses
RCGl Ricer Corridor Commercial
All B-2 uses
RCI-1 Ricer Corridor Industrial
Limited I-1 uses
nOTE: THiS [S NOT A LEGAI. DOCU!�IE\T. In tha inttrat oC
simplicity and readability, it Ceparts Gom the neccss�ry itgal and technic�I
langua_e of the Saint Paul Zonin� Code and othcr applicable regulation>-
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Exhibit 3- City Conncil Resolnfion for Apri125, 2001
Smith Avenue Transit Hnb
Development ProEram Descrintion
The Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub proposes an
combination bus layover fac�7ity and parking ramp that includes the followi
♦ Up to 1,400 pazking stalls, of which approximately 30% are for
♦ A bus layover facility for at least 16 buses; �
♦ lOQ bike lockers;
pool;
♦ Up to 25,000 square feet of future retaiUcommercial alo� West Seventh street.
The facility will be divided by Smith Avenue into a
connected by bridges at the elevated levels for car ;
lakely provide piimary entrance/exit to and from th��
parkers and event parkers, retail service access�
lanes of vehiculaz traffic. Sidewalks, including, one
provide for a pedestrian friendly use of Smit]�AveT
aorth and a south structure
n�pedestrian traffic. Smith Avenue will
transit hub for buses, commuter/contract
access and bikes, as well as provide for four
covered walk within the ramp structure will
The street-level bus layover facility will �commodate peak time metro bus layover for at least
16 buses. Metro Transit facilities on t site wili include all weather sheker accessible to the
public from Smith Avenue, bus drive rfacilities, a with drivers room, general storage and a
supervisors office. The bus la yover y will also serve charter buses for RiverCentre, the Xcel
Energy Center, the Ordway, and �e Science Museum of MN. Such charter buses will share the
facility, to the degree it is not ne `ded for Metro Transit bus layover, and will utilize the majority
of the bus portion of the transi��ub at non-peak times and on weekends.
The aesthetic design of the�.4'mith Avenue Transit Hub will be of urban character with roof top
parking. The facility will b'e set back from West Seventh Street to accommodate the construction
of retaiUcommercial spac�. Up to 25,000 S.F. of high bay retail space at street level will e�ctend
the length of the �
up to 75 feet deep
connection across
along West Seventh Street and will provide a variery of tenant fronCages
�ck from the curb approxixnately 15 feet. There will be a pedestrian
Seventh Street to the Xcel Energy Center via tunnel, skyway, or at grade.
K:4Stazed�ped�Sc3ueckeV�IISC PROIECTS�SMITH TitANSLT HUB�Ex1u�6itC - Project Desc�ipfionwpd
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Presented By
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Council Fi1e # 0�- y a 3
Resolution #
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1 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING TFIE SMITH AVENUE TRANSTT HfJB PROJECT, EXECUTING A
2 MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT ON THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOUSE, ACCEPTING
3 TITLE TO THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOUSE FROM THE STATE AND REQUESTING HRA
4 TO RELOCATE AND STABILIZE THE ARMSTRONG/QUINLAN HOU5E AT THE FORMER
5 PLASTICS PARKING LOT STTE
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WI�REAS, the City, after receiving initial approval for a$5.5 million federal grant in 1998, has spent
more than two years investigating the feasibility of the Smith Avenue Transit Project including conducting a
federally mandated Section 106 Process with respect to the state owned historic Armstrong/Quinlan House
("House") and the Project as described in the attached E�ibit 3; and
WHEREA5, as part of the federal Section 106 Process, the City of Saint Paul must, together with the
State Historic Preservation Office and the Federal government, make an informed decision on its mitigation
efforts with respect to the House, before proceeding with the Project; and ,
WHBREAS, the City Council supports a measured approach between preservation of historic sriuctures
and the development of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub, which will serve the western end of Downtown
including the RiverCentre Area; and
WI�REAS, the House is a federally designated historic house that requires a thorough analysis of the
altemative solutions and the impact the Project will ha�e on the historic nature of the House; the alternative
solutions reviewed with the City Council include: (1) leaving the House in its present location with the
Development Program around the House ("In Place Alternative"), (2) moving the House to several possible
sites in either the West 5eventh/Irvine Pazk area, the edge of the site along Seventh Street or Saint Joseph's
Lane ("City Sites") or other site acceptable to the City or (3) demolition and mitigation of the House; and
WHEREAS, concerned citizens for preserving the House have expressed a clear preference for the
House to be preserved and redeveloped as residential in the Irvine Park area which is attached in the Section
106 Report Volumes 1-5 previously submitted to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the State Legislature in 2000 agreed to donate the House and surrounding land to the City
on the condition that City agreed to move the House to an alternative location so that it can be preserved; and
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34 Wf�REAS, in Res. 00-6/14- 3, IIltA provided fixnds of $2,375,000 for the moving and stabilization of
35 the House with its prefeired site being the foixner Plastics Parking Site near Ryan and Chestnut and that the
36 City cause the House to be moved and stabilized; and
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39 WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") among the Federal Highway Administration
40 ("FHWA"), the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation ("ACHP") the Minnesota Historical Preservation
41 Office ("SHPO") and the City along with concurring parties has been negotiated and attached in E�ubit 1;
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44 WHEREAS, Saint Pau1 Heritage Preservation Cou�ission ("HPC") hosted the required public meeting
45 required by the federal Section 106 process on August 10, 2000 conceming the House and Smith Avenue
46 Transit Hub; and
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WHEREAS, HPC has passed two resolutions conceming the House ( HPC Res 99-4 on July 22, 1999
and Res. O i-i on January 11 , 2001). The second resolution supports execution by HPC of the MOA, subject
to its normal review with respect to municipal preservation matters as described in Chapter 73 of the Saint
Paul Legislative code (see E�ubit i, Stipulation I C and D); and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of the Seven Comers Gateway Area of Saint
Paul, including significant views of the Saint Paul Cathedral, Xcel Energy Center and other important
landmarks; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes other projects that are under consideration including transit
projects such as the Riverview Corridor and the Trolley, and other parking projects for Aoliday Inn Hotel,
United/Clrildren's Hospitals, and others; and
WI�REAS, a pazking supply and demand study for the westem end of Downtown, including the
Smith Avenue Transit Hub, United Hospital campus, Holiday Inn Hotel etc,. Will be completed shortly to
assist the City: (1) in the coordination between pending parking and transit projects in the westem end of
Downtown and (2) in helping determine the final number of parking spaces to be financed and constructed as
part of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council approves and directs the following:
1. Accepts the final Section 106 Smith Avenue Transit Hub Report, Volumes 1-5. This includes Volume 5
which was prepared after the required public hearing on August 10, 2000 at the Saint Paul Heritage
Preservation Comxnission and contains all written testimony of interested parties and the City's response to
the testimony.
2. Approves proceeding with the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project and accepts the now $6.2 million grant
from Federal goveininent for the Project and directs staff to compiete securing at least $2.0 million from
Metro Transit, which will be used toward the transit component of the Project.
Approves execution of the Memorandum of Agreement substantially in the form as attached in E�ubit 1,
79 by appropriate City officials, and with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney and
80 PED staff that are consistent with the actions taken in this Resolution.
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82 4. Accepts title to the House and surrounding land from the State of Minnesota with the condition imposed by
83 2000 Legislature that in exchange for the House being donated to the City, the City agree that the House be
84 preserved at an aiternative site and directs staffto complete acceptance.
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86 5. City selects Site # 7 the former Plastics Pazking Lot (on Chestnut St. south of Ryan Street) as the site to
87 which the House will be moved and stabilized for residential reuse, names Histonc Irvine Park Association as
88 Redeveloper, and approves attached Memarandum of Intent, s�ctut�a prrt�isic�n ft� �liaat p�icip�c��i �
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in substantially the
same form as attached in E�ibiti2 with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attomey
and PED staff that are consistent with the actions taken in this Resolution. 5iting, move and stabilization
activities of the House on Site #7 will be reviewed by the HPC as fiuther descnbed in the lines 48-51 above.
94 6. Authorizes City staffto commence and complete vacation process to convey Site #7 - Plastics to HI2A, who
95 in tum will convey to the Redeveloper.
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8. Requests HRA to cause:
A) the House to be moved and stabilized and directs appropriate staff to retain a historic mover and any
other contractors necessary to move and stabilize the House at Site # 7, consistent with the City's
obligations descnbed in the Memorandum of Agreement in Paragraph 3 above.
B) Use the $2375 million dollars wluch haue previously been budgeted in HRA Res. 00-6/14-3 to
move and stabilize the House on behalf of the City. Further the City Council understands these HRA
monies are interim funds to the City that shall be reimbursed to the HRA no later than the closing on
the finaucing for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub by the City.
9. City staff is to continue design and traffic work on the Project on this gateway site to the Downtown by
Collaborative Design Group Arclutects(Dick Faricy, Bill Hickey, et. al.) and SRF Consulting Crroup, in
conjunction with other projects under consideration in the project area including Riverview Corridor, Trolley
and other parking projects in the area..
10. After completion of the parking demand study for the western end of Downtown, which will assist in the
coordination of pending parking and transit projects in the area, the Administration sha11 return to the City
Council and recommend:
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(i) the number of pazking spaces and buses to be built for the Project
(ii) the design concept for Project described in E�ibit 3
(iii) the Finance Plan for the Project which will be developed by PED and Financial Services.
��? sr��:�nill. Prr�t�?e a t�tt�n'i�a�� tnt?ut�tp tc� t�te �1� �Zt��1 r�n:the �mit�i ����e �`ra�s�t Y�iii�rr
�'io;jec�, �.as'ld�€c�c� t� st��'u�:6� ava�i� to �e a�a1 repc�rts #� t�e; �at� �;�i�ac�:
Attachments to City Council Resolution
127 E�ibit 1-Copy of draft Dec 17, 2000 MOA with City, FHWA, SHPO, ACHP, et a1
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129 Exhibit 2- Draft Memorandum of Intent with Redeveloper of House at Plastic Parking Lot Site
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131 E�u�bit 3- Description of the Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project
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Adoption
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by Council Secretary
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Adopted by Council: Date �S p�0,
DEPARTMENT/OFFICFJCOUNCIL: DATE INITTATED GREEN SHEET No.• 101857 d �'`� y �
Planning & Economic Dev. Mazch 26, 2001 '
CONTACI' PERSON & PHONE: � ml A7e INiTTniIDATE
B. Geurs 6-6653 3 PED DIl2ECTOR 5 CTTY COUNCII, CHI2IS COLEMAN
MUST�E ON COUNCII, AGENDA BY (DATE) �IGN 4_CITY ATTORNEY' Y� _ CITY CLERK
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ncriorr xeQuES�n: After public hearing on Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project and Armstrong House consider
attached Ciry Council Resolurion for Apri14, 2001. Also attached is the public hearing notice that is being
published.
RECOM[vS,NDATIONS: Approve (A) or Rejear (R) PERSONAI, SERVICE CONTRA("fS MUST AIVSWER THE FOLLOWING
QUESTIONS:
PLANNING COMMISSION 1. Haz this person/fvm ever worked under a contract for this departmeat?
CIB COINNIITTEE Yes No
CI VIL SERVICE COMbIISSION 2. Has this person/fvm ever been a city employee? �
Yes No
3. Does this person/fim� possess a skill not notmally possessed by any curzent city employee?
Yes No
Explain all yes answers ou separate sheet and attach to green sheet
A'ITIATING PROBLEM, ISS[3E, OPPORTUNI'LY (Who, What, When, Where, Why):
The Council needs to decide if it wishes to move and relocate the Armstrong House to the Plastic site and proceed
with the Smith Avenue Transit Hub project which must be under contract by September 2002.
ADVANTAGES IF APPROVED:
Preserve the national designated House and receive up to $7.5 million ($5.5 million of federal, $2 million of Metro
Transit monies) to undertake the bus layover, parking project on Cleveland Circle.
DISADVANTAGES IF APPAOVED:
City or HRA is responsible for moving and stabilizing the House on the Plastic site, HRA in 00-6/14-3 has already
budgeted the money.
DISADVANTAGES IF NOT APPROVED:
The Cleveland Circle site of 4.8 acres will continue not to be developed with the deteriorated house on the middle
of the site. Addirional parlang for visitors will not be constructed.
TOTAI. AD10UN1' OF 112ANSACTTON: $2,375,000 to move and stabilize COST/REVENUE BUDGETED: Yes
F[JNDING SOURCE: Fund 148-76813-0561-65005/' AC1'IVITY NUMBER:
FINANCIAL IlVFORMATION: (EXPLAA� � �
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DRAFT - AECEh1BER 13, 2000
MEi140RANAUM OF AGREE�IENT
AMONG
THE FEDERAL HIGH�YAY ADIIII�IISTRATION,
THE ADYIS ORY COUNCIL ON AISTORIC PRESERVATION,
TFIE MINIVESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFTCE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI�T PAUL,
FOR TAE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN bI. ARMSTFtONG IiOUSE Ai�D
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SNIITH A�'ENUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MINnESOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FH�1'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project �vithin the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, �finnesota; and
tiVHEREAS, the FH�VA has determined that this project, the Smith A��emte Transit fiub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong House (House), a double-house listed on the
National Register of Historic Places (National Register);
\VHEREAS, the FHWA has consulted with the Ad�•isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the re�ulations (36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Housin� and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have participated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memorandum of Agreement (VIOA); and
�VHEREA3, the HPC serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipa]
herita�e preservation matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati�-e code (Chapter 73);
and
tiVHEREAS, several Interestefl Parties have participated in the consultation through pubiic meetings,
work sessions and review of documentation, includin; Tom Dimond, F:athryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Association, and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
� WHBREAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed �vith the Transit Hub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
__ alternative site to preserve it; and
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical research surrimarized in a report entitled, "Smith �
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search forArchaeolo�ical Potential and Historic BuiidingInfensity
Survey" (July 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and •
tiYf�REAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kellogg Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Pifth/Sixth Street and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any property on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocaiion Sites identified in this Agreement;
IQOW, THEREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the CITY (the "Signatories") agree
that the undertakin� shall be implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to
talce into account the effect of the undertaking on the John M. Armstron� House.
STIPULATIO\S
The FWHA will ensure that the followin� measures are carried out.
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZATION OF THE HOUSE
A. Citv Oblioation to Relocate the House to an Altemative_ Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated and stabilized ���ithin one year of the execution of theMOA
to one of the acceptable sites listed in Appendix A. The relocation of the House will
be completed according to the guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
publication "Movin� Historic Buildin�s" by John Obed Curtis. The building mover
will be selected by the City with review and concunence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake relocation of the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
Re�ister listin�. Moving and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e., historic mover; redeveloper), are tisted in Appendix B. �
B. Citv Conveyance to Redevelonec The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
�vith a redeveloper, �vhich wil( determine the Relocation Site from Appendi� A. The
House �vill be sold AS IS to a rede��eloper for reuse as either residential or
commercial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and the House to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
requiring that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
fails to perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
contraot, ownership of the I-Iouse wili re�•ert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City orits redeveloper«�ill submit
Rehabilitation Plans to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Plan Revie��• Process,
including the MovinglBuildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the 5ecretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
chazacter-defining features of the building. The proposed Rehabilitation Plans will
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include buildin� siting, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improvements, and adj acent
new construction that is part of the site plan. If the Move and Stabilization Plans {as
further discussed in Appendix B} are submitted for revie�v prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Pians for the remainder of the buitdia� (inc?uding the interior), the
remaining plans will be reviewed separately. Fiexibility will be allo«�ed in the
review of the interior ofthe House. HPC will provide an opportunity forpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO will consider public
comments as part of their revie�v(s).
D. HPC Jurisdsction. If the proposed relocation site is located tvithin an azza that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC wili have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monitoring to ensure that subsequent
treatment and impro��ements to the exterior of the House are in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed relocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesi�natzd as a St. Paul Herita�e Presen•ation Site,
subject to a public revie�v process outlined in Chapter 73.
E. Retainin; National Re¢ister Listing durino the Ivio��e. Tn accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House �vili remain on the National Register ��•hile bein�
moved and after the move is complete. ��'ithin nine months after the House has been
moved to its neGV site and stabilized accordin3 to the activities listed in Appendix B,
the City shall prepare documentation required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. Appendix
C identifies the materials to be fiimished. SHPO shali forward this documentation to
the Keeper of the Register as notification of the move in accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5).
F, TemaorarX Stora��of House durins Mo��e. If necessary, the City �i'ilf move the
House to a temporary location to allow time for ne«• site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub constn�ction schedule. Appropriate measures ��•ill be taken to prote�t
and secure the buildin� durin� this interim period.
` G. Protection of the Resource. After the City recei��es title of the propetty from the
State, appropriate measures ��•ill be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior to, during and after it is moti•ed.
II. ARCAAEOLOGX
On behalf of FHWA, the City shall ensure that an archaeolo�ical survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub site and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun�ey shall be
conducted by the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Standards and
Guidelines for ldentificafion (48 CFR 44720-23) and taking into account relevant guidelines
of the SHPO. The survey shall be conducted in consultation �vith the SEIPO, and a report of
the survey meetin� the standards o f the Secretary of the Interior shall be submitted to FHWA
for revie�v and approval.
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FHWA shall evaluate properties identified throu�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that are eligible for the
National Register, FFi�VA shall comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6. .
III. COSTS OF TEiE MOA
The Signatories and Concumng Parties shaii be responsible for their o�vn adminis�ation and
staff costs associated �vith either document revie�v or field work related to this A�eement.
Further, the City sha11 pay costs associated �vith the follo�vin�: (1) documentation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other City costs required to complete h40A stipulations.
IV. MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, ETC.
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as necessary, shall be accompiished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the original agreement.
B. Should the Si�natories object �vithin 30 days to the materials provided for revie�v
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
�vith the objecting party to resolve the objection. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FHWA shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Councii comment provided in response to such a request �cill be taken
into account by the FHWA �vith reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
FHWA's responsibility to carry out all actions under this agreement that ue not the
subjects of the dispute remain unchanged.
C. Tfprovisions of this a�reement are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Signatories shall consult to seek amendment of the agreement. If
•-- the agreement is not amended, any.Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of this document will be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. '
FEDERAL HIGHFVAY ADMINISTRATION
By
Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
By
7ohn M. Fowler, Executive Director
b1INNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATIO\ OFFTCE
By
Nina M. Archabal, State Historic Preservation Officer
INVITED SIGl`IATORY:
CITY OF SAINT PAUL
By
Mayor Norm Coleman
fipproved to Porm: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attomey
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
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CO\'CUR:
ST. PAUL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSTON
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Name and Title of Signer
Date:,_._.
CITY OF SAINT PAUL HO'(JSING AND REDEVELOPVTENT AUTHORITY �
By Date:
Name and Title of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
CITIZENS TO SAVE THE ARi�ISTRONG HOUSE
By
Kathryn M. Babcock
Date:
Date:
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Relocatian Sites currently o�vned by City or HRA
Site �` 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Pazking Lot (on Chestnut south of Ryan Street) __
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and Exchange)
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APPENDIX B "
MOVING AiVD STA.B�LIZATION ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed Ntove and Stabiliae Data can be foernd in Yolume 1, r1t[achment I ofthe Section 106Reporl.)
A. MOVE BY HISTORIC NIOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting the Armstrong House off its existing
foundation, movin� it alon� city strzets and placing it on a new foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractoc �vill be responsible for the new foundation, as noted in Section B beloFV). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities must meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary bracin„ shoring and brick stabilization wil! be
completed. Phofo documentation of interior and exterior tvill be completed to ailo�v monitoring of
buildin� condition. Durin� the move, the historic moving contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as protecting or replacing affected landscapin„ curbs,
ete. The historic movin� contractor �vill also provide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successfi�l completion of the move. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constnictive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that �vill be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� Mover and the City at the existing building location, �vhile the
buildin� is in transit, and at the new building location.
B. NEtiV CONSTRTJCTION ITEMS
This step includes the activities of a general contractor to clear out the existing site oftheAmistrong
fiouse 28er is has been moved, and to prepare the ne�v site for placement of the Armstron� House.
i�'ew site �vork will involve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support system. If necessary, a new entry porch tivill be built on the front of the House at
its ne�v location. Depending on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken at the new site to protect adj acent sidewalks, frees orstructures. Securin� fencing
will be provided at both the old site and the ne�v site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas fhat provides a detailed listing of items thac �vili be the
responsibility of a General Confractor and the City at the existing building location, �vhile the
building is in transit, and at the ne�v building location.
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C. MINIMUM ELEMENTS TO 12ETAIN NATIONAL REGISTEIt LISTING __
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armsfsong House from further deterioration. Correspondenoe from SHPO dated Much 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of conshuction activities that would not be needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attactunent n. The key elements that are necessary for continued eli�ibility are listed as
follows:
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet pilin� as necessary to protect street, sidewalk, adjacent structures
♦ Wall footin�s, piers for porch footings on new site
♦ Foundation walls, sandstone veneer
♦ Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick reQair
♦ Basement beams
♦ Repair or replace front entry porches
♦ Remove and replace roofin� surface
♦ Ne�v gutters and do�vnspouts
♦ New entrances
♦ ltemove and replace windotivs, or repair existin� �vindows
♦ Perimeter caulking
D. STABILIZATION AND ASSET PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a general contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allo�v safe access to the Iiouse for inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. Ne�v stairs to the basement will be constructed. Loose or waterlo�ged material will be
removed from the house.
e Minimum electrical service
♦ Rear exit stairs; basement stairs
♦ General interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOTE: Activities in Parts A-D of Appenclix B will be part of the "1Liove and
Stabilizatiort Plans"referenced in the MOA.
APPENDIX C
Documentation required once the Aims�ong House is moved
1) A letter notifying the IvN-SHPO tfie date the property w�s moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and white photographs aad one set of slides of the house
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspectives) of the froat aad rear of
the house aze required. The Iab processing the fiIm should be able to pass a hypo
(fixer) residue test for fiL�. process:ng. (In other words use a reputable veador for
Pio ��g),'I�e phpto�raphs should be printed on photograpFriq silver emulsion
resin-coated paper (not photograohic color dye paper used by vendors advertising
cheap developin� costs). T1ie photographs shouid have a one-half inch border.
They should be labeled on tfie back usin� a soft pencil with the following
information: n�me of property, county and state, name of photo�apher, date of
photo�apb, location of original negative*, view (camera facing), photo�aph
number or number depicting vaatage point on the sketch map. . The slides should
be a plastic mount with name of ptoperty, county and state�and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along with the photographs) provided that the film•is 24
exposure aad T Max 100 or Plus X Paa film.
3) A sketch map (done ia black and white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original Uaited State Geological Survey Map (U.S.G.S.) whicli depicts the
Iocacion o£the house on its new site (Depict locxtioa usin; a dot made with a lead
pencil. Do not include any other rvritten informatioa on the map).
5) Acreage of the parcel on which the house is located.
� Legat Description of the pazcel
� Parcel's PIN number
8) Name and address ofproperty owner{s)
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Rehabilitation of the Armstrona House ("House")
Memorandum Of Intent
Redeveloaer. Site and Reuse of the Relocated House
Redeveloper of the House will be the Historic Irvine Park Association ("HIPA"). The site to which
the House will be relocated is the former Plastics parking lot at Chestnut and South of Ryan
(the"Site"). The Redeveloper at its sofe discretion may seek additional partner(s) after a RFQ
process is compieted by the Redeveloper. At this time, the Redeveloper pians to form a
Limited Liability Corporation ("LLC") to undertake the remaining rehabilitation after the City or
HRA completes move and stabilization activities described in the Memorandum of Agreement
("MOA") attached in F�chibit A.
Rehabiiitation of the House would be residential reuse. The density on the site will be effectively
controlled by the Redeveloper through the processing of one of three rezonings (RT-1, RT-2,
RM-1) attached in Exhibit B.
Phase 1: Pubiic Hearing on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub before City Council
(April 4, 2001�
Citv and HRA
1. Staff recommends at Public Hearing on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub that (1) the
House be moved and stabilized at Plastics site, (2) recommend HIPA as Redeveloper and
support execution of Memo of (ntent with Redeveloper and (3) Smith Avenue Transit Hub
project be approved.
2. City Councit considers the Resolution to execute MOA; name Site and Redeveloper;
convey property to HRA for disposition; accept HRA Budget of $2.375 M to undertake MOA
obligations; accept 3 separate zoning petitions for the Site and related actions concerning
the Smith Avenue Transit Hub.
3. HRA agrees to execute MOA, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Closing to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a pubiic hearing on land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dollar pius
a portion of the cost of delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redevelouer
1. At Pubiic Hearing on April 4, 2001, on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub (A) support
business points outlined in this Memo of Intent (B) provide adopted neighborhood resolution
approved March 20, 2001(C) provide sufficient signatures from immediate neighbors for
three separate (RT-2, RT-1, RM-1) zoning petitions to the City as Applicant, that wouid be
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days before by the third reading on the rezoning (Public Hearing meeting on rezoning),
which one of the three rezoning it wishes the City Council to adopt; whereupon the City wili
withdraw the two remaining petitions. If the City is not notified the default rezoning is RT -1.
The final adopted rezoning will determine the densiry, and only the only structure on the Site
will be the House unless Redeveloper recommends and finances additional structures.
Phase 2: MOA
(April to May 15, 2001)
Citv and HRA
1. City, SHPO, ACHP, FNWA execute MOA. Also Concurring Parties HRA, HPC, Tom
Dimond, and Save the Armstrong will be invited to sign.
2. Completes transfers of state land and House on Cleveland Circle to City from State.
3. Vacation process for transfer of title of land and House to HRA. (Separate vacation process
is underway already for Hill Street adjacent to the Site on the south.)
4. Draft covenant about future rehab to the historic structure described in attached MOA.
5. Rezoning and Variance process for the Site. Variance for height will be necessary and a
back yard variance may aiso be necessary. [Estimated completion of Rezoning and
Variance by end of July]
6. HRA agrees to execute MOA, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Ciosing to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a public hearing on land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dollar plus
a portion of the cost of delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redeveloper
1. Select partner(s), if any, through RFQ, arrange financing etc.
Phase 3: Between Execution of MOA and Closing on Conveyance of House and Sife to
Redeveloper
(Mid May to Fall 2001 - 4 to 6 months)
Citv and HRA
1. Retain CPMI as Project Manager for MOA move and stabilization under MOA. SRF through
Ann Hopkins wiil also be involved. 106 Group will be used for archeology on the Site in
advance of move. The City's Architect wili be the Collaborative Design Group for which Dick
Faricy works.
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2. Retain historic mover approved by SHPO. Retain Contractor to build basement, etc.
3. City funds archeology, move and stabilization, and security activities. Budget is $2.375 M
4. City will explore ways to make Historic Tax Credit available to Redeveloper.
5. Move and Stabilization Plans (siting of House, etc.) will require HPC and SHPO review, as
well as City Site Plan review process and variances.
6. City keeps House secure until Closing.
7. City prepares documentation for continued Nationai Register listing of House.
Redeveloper
1. Two (2) designated representatives of Redeveloper will attend meetings with CPMI, etc.
Involved with the exact siting of the House on the site. (Comment only on move and
stabilization activities).
Phase 4: Closing between City, HRA and Redeveloper on Conveyance of House and
Land (after stabilization at Site)
(Estimated Closing November 15, 2001 or sooner)
House rehabilitated with Certificate of Occupancy complete and marketing within two years
of Closing, estimated to by November 15, 2003)
Citv and HRA
1. City conveys title of House and land and HRA conveys title of House and land by Quit Claim
Deed to Redeveloper and establishes Escrow Funds if any funds remain from $2.375 M;
Covenant recorded.
Redeveloaer
At closing on land and House for $1 plus the cost of delivering sewer to the site, after
completion of move and stabilization, Redeveloper accepts the House AS IS, covenant is
recorded, reverter language in deed, and if and only if there remains a balance on the City's
$2.375 M, City establishes escrow fund for the Redeveloper on a reimbursement basis for
the remaining rehabilitation of the House with appropriate documentation and approval by
City's Project Manager, CPMI. Escrow funds, if any, would be available for utility
connections for water and electrical, etc.
2. Undertake and complete rehabilitation, after review of Rehabilitation Plans by HPC and
SHPO ,[i.e., get Certificate of Occupancy ] and market property within 2 years of Closing.
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Attachments to Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et al.
6chibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot site
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Attachments fo Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et al.
Exfiibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot site
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bSE11IORANDU�S OF AGREF,i�IiVT
AitiIONG
THE FEDERAL HIGHNAY AD�IIi�IISTR4TYON,
THE ADYISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION,
THE N1IN�IESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATIOI� OFFICE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI\T PAUL,
FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN Ai. Al2NISTRONG HOUSE ?.I�D
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SI�IITH A�'ENUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MINnESOTA
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WHEREAS, the Federal Hi�hway Administration (FH«'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, �finnesota; and
1VHEREAS, the FHtiVA has detemiined that this project, the Smith Aaenue Transit Hub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong House (House), a double-house ]isted on the
National Register of Historic Places (Nationat Register);
VJHEREAS, the FH�VA has consuited with the Ad��isory Cotmcil on Historic Preservation
(Council), theMinnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the regulations (36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preserv�tion Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
�VHEREAS, the St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have participated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur.in this Memorandum of Agreement (D40A); and
tiVHEREAS, the HPC serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipal
herita�e preservatian matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati��e code (Chapter 73);
and
�YHEREAS, several Interested Parties haveparticipated in the consuttation throughpublic meetings,
work sessions and revietiv of documentation, includin� Tom Dimond, �athryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine �ark
Association, and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
�VHEREAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec S6, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed with the T'ransit Hub project on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate theHouse to an
: altemative site to preserve it; and �
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical reseazch summarized in a report entitled "5mitn
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search for Archaeolo�ical Potential and Fiistoric B uilding Tntensity
Survey" (July 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WF�REAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Keilo�g Boulevard,lVest Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Streef and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any propedy on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the CITY (the "Signatories") a� ee
that the undertakin� shall be implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order to
take into account the effect of the undertakin� on the John M. Amistron� House.
STIPULATTO\S
The F�VHA will ensure that the follo�vin� measures are carried out.
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZATTON OF TFTE HOUSE
A. City Oblioation to Relocate the House to a_n_Altemative Site. The City sliall cause
the House to be relocated and stabilized ���ithin one }'ear of the execution of the MOA
to one of the acceptable sites listed in Appendix A. The relocation of thzHouse �vill
be completed according to the guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
publication"MovingHistoricBuildings"byJohnObedCurtis. Thebuiidingmover
wi Ii be selected by tlle City witti review and concunence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake relocation of the House and stabilization needed to maintain Nationzl
Re�ister listing. Movin� and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e., historic mover; redeveloper}, are listed in Appendix B.
�E. CityConvevance to Redeveloaer. The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
�vith a redeveloper, which �vi11 determine the Relocation Site from Appendi� A. The
House tivill be sold AS IS to a rede�•eloper for reuse as either residential or
commercial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and the House to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-year covenant to the deed
requiring that exterior modifications to the House be in compiiance with the
Secretary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
fails to per£orm the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required.by the
contraot, ownership of the House will re��ert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City orits redeveloper�ti•ill submit
Rehabilitation Plans to HPC and SHPO during the City's SitePlan Revie«' Process,
including the Movin�/Buildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Intzrior's Standards, within the context of
__ character-defining features of the buildin�. The proposed Rehabilitation Pians will
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includebuildin� sitin�, rehabilitation, landscaping, site impror•ements, and adjacent _
new construction that is part of the site plan. If the Move and StabilizaYion Plans (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the buildin� (includin� the interior), the .
remaining plans wiil be revietived separately. Flexibility wiil be allo��•ed in the
review of the interior of the House. HPC �r•ill provide an opportunity forpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO �vill consider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is located �vithin an area that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC will have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monitorin� to ensure that subsequent
treatment and impro�•ements to the exterior of the House are in compliance with the
Secretary of Inteaor's standards. If the proposed rzlocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the City will take every rzasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesi�nated as a St. Paul Heritage Presen�ation Site,
subject to a public revietiv process outlinzd in Chapter 73.
E. Retainine National Reaister Listin�durin� the Ivlove. In accordance n�ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will remain on the National Register ��fiile bein�
moved and after the move is complete. �41'ithin nine months after theHouszhasbeen
moved to its new site and stabilized accordin� to the activities ]isted in Appendix B,
the City shall prepare documentation required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. r�ppendix
C ideutiFies themateriats to be furnished. SHPO sh�!I fo:�vard ta.isdocu::�entationto
the Keeper of the Register as notification of the mo��e in accordance ��•ith 36 CFR
Section 60.14(b){5).
F. Temoorary Storaoe of House durinQ Mo�•e. If necessary, the City «�ill move the
House to a temporary location to al low timz for neti�� site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub constn�ction schedule. Appropriate measures «•ill be taken to protect
and secure the buildin� durin� this interim period.
G. Protection of the Resource. After the City receives title of the propem� from the
State, appropriate measures �ti•ill be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior to, during and after it is mo�•ed.
II. ARCHAEOLOGY
Onbehalf of FHWA, the City sha11 ensure that an archaeological survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub site and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun•ey shall be
conducted by the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Inteaor's Standards and
Guidelines forldentification (48 CFR44720-23) and takin�into accountrelevantguidelines
of the 5HP0. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the survey meetin� the standards of the Secretap� of the Interior shall be submitted to FHWA
for review and approval.
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F�VA shall evaluate properties identified throu�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eligible for the
National Register, FH�VA shatl comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 500.6.
III. COSTS OF THE MOA
The Si�natories and Concurring Pazties shali be responsible for theirosvn administration and
staff costs associated �vith either document revietic or field work related to this A�reement. ��
Further, the City shall pay costs associated �vith the following: (1) documenfation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation IT; (3) Any other City costs required to complete I�30A stipulations. '
IV. 1�IODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERi1�1INATION, ETC. `�'
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as necessary, shall be accomplished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the original agreemeot.
B. Should the Si�natories ob,}ect tivithin 30 days to the materiats grovided for revie�r
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
�vith the ob}ectin� party to resolve the objection. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FH�VA shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council comment provided in response to such a request ���ill be taken
into account by the FHWA �vith reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
FHWA's responsibility to carry eut zll ections i�nd:r this agreement thet are not the
subjects of the dispute remain unchanged.
C. Ifprovisions of this agreement are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Si�natories shall consult to seek amendment of the agreement. If
- the a�reement is not amended, any Signatory may teaninate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of fhis document will be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. '
FEDERAL HIGH�YAY ADMIMSTRATION
By
Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
Date:
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ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
By
3ohn M. Fo��ler, Executive Director
nIINh�ESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
By
Nina M. Archabal, State Historic Preservation Officer
INVITED SIGNATORY:
CITY OF SA.II�IT PAUL
By
Mayor Norm Coleman
Date:
Date:,_�
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Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attomey
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ST. PAUL HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION
By
Name and Title of Signer
Date:
CITY OF SATNT PAUL HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY �"
By
Name and Title of Si�ner
Approved to Form
THO;�iAS R. DIMOND
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CITIZENS TO SAVE TFIE ARI4ISTRONG HOUSE
By
Kathryn M. Babcock
Date:
Date:
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently o�vned by City or HRA
Site � 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. 7oseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut south of Ryan Sireet) ._
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and Exchange)
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MOVING AND STA.BTLIZATION ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed eLfove anrl Stabili=e Data can befotrnd in Yolume I, flttachment I ojthe Section 106Report.)
A. MOYE BX HISTORIC lYiOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting the Armstrong House offits existing
foundation, movinJ it alon� city streets and placin� it on a new foundation within a ne�v site. (A
separate contractot �vill be responsible for the ne�v foundation, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities must meet special requirements for moving
historic struchires. Prior to the move, preliminary bracin„ shorin� and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and exterior �vill be completed to allow monitoring of
buildin� condition. Durin� the move, the historic moving contractor will tal:e steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as �vell as protecting or replacin� affected landscapin„ curbs,
etc. The historic movin� contractor will also provide liaSility insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successful completion of the move. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constn�ctive Tdeas that provides a detailed listing of items that �viil be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� Mover and the City at the existing buiidin� location, while the
buildin� is in transit, and at the new building location.
B. NE�V CONSTRUCTION ITEMS
This step includes the activities ofa general contracfor to clear out the existing site of theAmistrong
Aouse 2fter is has been moved, and to grepare the ne�v site for placement of the Armstron� House.
I�'ew site �vork �vill involve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, inciuding a
structural support system. If necessary, a new entry porch �vill be built on the front of the House at
its ne�v location. Depending on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken at the new site to protect adjacent side�valks, frees or structures. Securin� fencing
wiil be provided at both the old site and the ne�v site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed ]isting of items that �vill be the
responsibility of a Generai Contractor and the City at the existing building locafion, while the
building is in transit, and at the ne�v building location.
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C. MI\"Ii�1UlI ELEbIEITS TO RETAi� i P:ATIO\AL REGISTER LIST'IivG
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (5HP0), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House from further deterioration. Correspondenoe &om SHPO dated March 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that �vould not be needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment �. The key elements that are necessary for continued eli�ibility are listed as
follows:
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet piling as necessary to protect street, sidewalk, adjacent structures
♦��Vatl footings, piers for porch footin�s on ne�v site
♦ Poundation walls, sandstone veneer
♦ Tuckpointing, cleanin� and brick repair
♦ Basement beams
♦ Repair or rzplace front entry porches
♦ Remove and replace roofin� surface
♦ Netiv gutters and downspouts
♦ New entrances
♦ Remove and replace windo�vs, or repair existing �vindows
♦ Perimeter caulkin�
D. STABILIZATION AND ASSET PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a general contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House for inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. Ne�v stairs to the basement tvill be consfructed. Loose ot �vaterlogged material �vill be
removed from the house.
4 Minimum electrical service
♦ Rear exit stairs; basement stairs
♦ General interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOT'E: Activities irz Parts A D of.4ppendix B will be part of the "rLlove and
Stabilization Plans" referenced in the MOA.
APPENDIX C
Documenta�on required once the Armstron� House is moved
1) A letter no�fyiag the MN-SFiPO the date the property wzs moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and wbite photographs and one set of slides of the house
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspecdves) of the front aad zear of
the house aze required. The lab processin� the film should be able to pass a hygo
(fixer) residue test for fiL*u processin�. (In other words use a reputable vendor for
processing). Tne photographs should be printed on photographic, silver emuLsion
resin-coated paper (not photograpflic color dye paper used by vendors advertising
chrzp developing costs). The photographs should have a one-half inch border.
They should be labeIed on the back usin� a soft pencil wi2h the followin�
information: name of property, county and state, name of photo�apher, date of
photo�ph, location of original negative*, view (camera facing), photograph
number or number depicting vantage point on the sketch map. • The slides should
be a plastic mount with name o£property, county and st2te•and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along with the photogaphs) provided th2t tfie film•is 24
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus-X Paa fi1m.
3) A sketch map (done in black and white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original United State Geological Survey Ivfzp (U.S.G.S.) wIuch depicts tha
locatioa of the house on its new site (Depict location usin; a dot made with a lead
pencil. Do not incIude any other rvritten information on the map).
5) Acreage of the pazcel on which the house is located.
� Legal Description of the pazcel � �
� parcel's PTN number
$) Name and 2ddzess of property owner(s)
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Addendum to Rezoning Petitior_s fox 235 Chestnut St. and 0 Hill St.
Parfies agreeing to addendum. This addendum to the rezoning petitions for 235
Chestnut Street and 0 Hill Street has been reviewed and agreed to by the following
parties: Saint Paul PED, Historic Irvine Park Association (HIPA), Kevin McGrath and
Molly Femhoi� Patrick and Rita Hawkinson Wamer, Dirk and Ruth Dantuma, Peter
Hilleren, Louis Fillmon and Karen Jason.
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2. Purpose. The parties want to accelerate rezoning of 235 Chestnut Street to permit the
moving of the historic Armstrong House from its present location north of the Xcel Arena
to the site. The site's present zoning is P-1, which aliows only surface parking. Before the
City can issue moving and foundation permits, the site needs to be zoned to pemut
housing. The parties agree that the property on Chestnat Street should be rezoned
to ailow the Armsfrong House to be moved and that the new zoning should be the
most restrictive residential zone in which the house can feasibly be restored and
sold. The City wants to move the house as soon as possibie to open up the site north of
the arena for redevelopment.
3. Simultaneous zoning steps and redevelopment anatysis. IiIPA is negotiating to take
ownership of the Armstrong House and to partner with a developer to restore and market
it. At the time of the filing of the rezoning petitions, HIPA has not had time to select a
partner, complete a project feasibility analysis, or detemune how many residentia( units
will be at the site. While HIPA is working with developers, public agencies, and
contractors to devise a feasible restoration plan for the property, the City and the property
u owners within 100 feet of the Chestnut Street site are initiating three separate residential
rezoning petitions for RT-1 (duplex), RT'-2 (3-4 units), and RM-1 (mu]ti-family) so that
any one of them can be chosen later.
The petitions will initiate the rezoning process at the Planning Commission; the parties
expect that all three alternatives may still be under consideration when the Planning
Comrrussion holds its hearing and makes its recommendation. At least ten days before the
rezoning petitions come before the City Council for third reading and public hearing,
HIPA will have deternuned and submitted to the City in writing which of the three
altemative rezonings fits its restoration plan. The other two petitions will be withdrawn
by the parties. If FiIPA has not made a written recommendation, the parties will
recommend that the Council approve the RT-1 rezoning altemative. As soon as practical
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after the Councii approves a new zoning district, PED will request building permits for =
excavation, a new foundation, and the house move. In addition to the rezoning, other City
aggrovals will be required before building pemuts aze issued, including height and setback
variances, site plan review, and historic review.
4. Nullificafion of the consents given on the rezoning petitions. Most of the petition
signers specifically support the moving and restorarion of the Armstrong House, but
would not support whatever residential development may be pemutted in the zoning
disfsict without the house. If the Armstrong House is not moved to Chestnut Street or
suffers severe damage during the move and cannot be restored, the parties want to retum
the zoning, at least for the time being, to P-1.
5. Attachment to rezoning petitions for RT-1, RT-2, and RM-i. This addendum is
hereby attached to each of the three rezoning petitions as an explanation for why multiple
petitions are being submitted and as a safeguard for the affected neighbors.
6. Signatures of the Parties. I agree with the provisions of this addendum. (Please sign
a�rd date.)
Brian Sweeney, PED
Patrick Wamer
Peter Hilleren
Kevin McGrath
Molly Fernhoiz
Molly Howe Lynn
Rita Hawkinson Warner
Dirk Dantuma
Ruth Dantuma
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Louis Fillmon
Karen Jason
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o�vned, purchased, or sold by THE PET[Tf0\TER tvithin one year prtcedin� th� date of this petition
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ncknou9cd;e tliat �ve are awnro oFnll of tlie uses permitted in a � zoning district 2nd we are
a�vare tl�a[ any of these uses cnn be establisl�ed upon Ciry Counc�l approva{ of Ihe rczoning. \Y horeb��
consent to the rcZOnin� of tlie property in thc petition oC; ����—�� �
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ZONING DYSTRICTS ��-`+y�
City of Saint Paul
SUD'IMARY OF USES ALLO`VED I�' SAI�'T PAUL ZO\ING DISTRICTS
RESIDEtiTIAL
CO3I�IERCIAL
R-LL, R-1, R-3, R-3, R-4 One-Famil}•
One-family dtiG•ellings
Schools, libraries, parks, churches
Convznts, rectories
Family day care (10) and group famity day care (14)
Group day care in a non-residzntial structure
Home occupations
Bed and breakfasts w/one guest room
Community residential facilities (56 residents)
Cartia�e house drvellin�s (historically existin�)*
Cemeteries*
Clustzr developments*
Colleges, univzrsities*
Com•crsions of non-residential structures and
residzntiai structures over 9,040 sq. ft*
Golfcourses, private rzcreation facilities*
RT-1 Tti�'o-Famih•
All R-4 uszs
T«'o-family homes
Group day carz
�ratzmity and sororiry houses*
Bed and breakfasts ��•/up to 4 guest rooms*
RT-3 To���nhouse
All RT-1 uses
Three- and four-family d��•ellings
To�cnhouses «•ith up to 6 units
Communiry residential facilities (7-16)*
I2D1-1 Dlultiple Family
All RT-2 uses � .
Apartment buildings (s3 stories)
Rootning and boardin� houses*
12,1I-2 DIultiple Famil}•
All Rivt-1 uses
Apartmznt buitdings (<5 stories)
Elderl}• housing support services
Hospitals, nursin� homes*
iL�t-3 �'Iultiple r'atuily
Hi�h dznsity, high rise apartments
Churches, day care (all types)
Eldzrly housing suppoR services
Comm�mity residential facilities'�
Hospitals"
Acczssory retail service and office uses*
OS-1 Local Office-Ser�'ice
Business oftices such as banks, insurance, real estate
Professiona( offices such as medical clinics,la�v ofTices
Artist and photographer studios �
Sen•ice businesses such as photocopying, �vatch and
shoe rzpair, tailor shops, barber and beauty shops
Day care (all types)
Schools, colleges, libraries, parks, churches
Mixed commercial/residzntial uses
hiultiple-family d�vellin�s
Community residential facilities (16)
Publically o�vned buildings, public utility buildin�s*
OS-2 General Office-Serti•ice
All OS-1 uses
Post oftices and similar eo�•emmental offices
Retail businesses such as grocery, etc. (s 10,000 sq. ft.)
Restaurants and bars, e�cept dri�•e-in or fast-food
Hotets and hospitals
Laundries and dry cleaning (retail outlet)
nfanufacturin� of small precision goods
Carria�e house d�vellin?s
Retail businesses (>I0,000 sq. ft.)*
B-1 Locai Business
�fost OS-i uses
Retail businesses such as grocery, bakery, dnigs, books.
ciothin„ hard�care, florist, carry-out restaurants
Laundries and dry cleanin� (retail outlet)
Post ofT3czs and similar govemmental offices
Vfixed commercial/residentiai uses
�fultiple-family d�vellings*
B-2 Communitp Business
All B-1 uses
Sercice businesses «'ith a shonTOOm or workshop such
as contractor, baker, paintzr, appliance repair
Restaurants and bars, excep[ drive-in or fast food
Food caterin�
Coffez kiosks
Pricatz halis and clubs, health clubs
"l�htaters, Uiit�o halis, asscmbly hal'ss
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Vetzrinary clinics, tatoo parlors
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EXhibit 3- City Council Resolufion for Apri125, 2001
Smith Avenue Transit Hub
Aevelopment Program Description
The Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub proposes an above-ground
combination bus layover facility and parking ramp that includes the following elements:
♦ Up to 1,400 parking stalls, of which approximately 30% aze for caz/van pool;
♦ A bus layover facility for at least 16 buses;
♦ 100 b�lce lockers;
♦ Up to 25,000 squaze feet of future retaiUcommercial along West Seventh street.
The facility will be divided by Smith Avenue into a north structure and a south structure
connected by bridges at the elevated levels for car and pedestrian traffic. Smith Avenue will
likely provide primary entrance/exit to and from the transit hub for buses, commuter/contract
parkers and event parkers, retail service access, van access ar. bt�ces, as well as pro��ide for four
lanes of vehicular traffic. Sidewallcs, including one covered walk within the ramp structure will
provide for a pedestrian friendly use of Smith Avenue.
The street-level bus layover facility will accommodate peak time metro bus layover for at least
16 buses. Metro Transit facilities on the site will include all weather shelter accessible to the
public from Smith Avenue, bus driver facilities, a with drivers room, general storage and a
supervisors office. The bus layover facility will also serve charter buses for RiverCentre, the Xcel
Energy Center, the Ordway, and the Science Museum of MN. Such charter buses will shaze the
facility, to the degree it is not needed for Metro Transit bus layover, and will utilize the majority
of the bus portion of the transit hub at non-peak times and on weekends.
The aesthetic design of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub will be of urban character with roof top
parking. The facility will be set back from West Seventh Street to accommodate the construction
of retaiUcommercial space. Up to 25,000 S.F. of high bay retail space at street level will eictend
the length of the facility along West Seventh Street and will provide a variety of tenant frontages
up to 75 feet deep set back from the curb approxunately 15 feet. There will be a pedestrian
connection across West Seventh Street to the Xcel Energy Center via tunnel, skyway, or at grade.
K�SharefiPedvSchiecke�2vIISC PROIECTSS�IITH TRANSIT HS7B�Ez}ubit C- Project Desctipfion.wpd
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39 WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") among the Federal Highway Admiuistration
40 ("FHWA"), the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation ("ACHP") the Minnesota Histozical Preservation
41 Office ("SHPO") and the City along with concuu•ing parties has been negotiated and attached in E�ibit 1;
42 and
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44 WHEREAS, Saint Paul Heritage Preservation Conmvssion ("HPC") hosted the required public meeting
45 required by the federal Section 106 process on August 10, 2000 concerning the House and Smith Avenue
46 Transit Aub; and
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48 WF�REAS, HPC has passed two resolutions conceining the House ( HPC Res 99-4 on July 22, 1999
49 and Res. 01-1 on January 11 , 2001). The second resolution supports execution by HPC of the MOA, subject
50 to its normal review with respect to municipal preservation matters as descn�beSY`m Chapter 73 of the Saint
51 Paul L,egislative code (see E�ibit 1, Stipulation I C and D); and �
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V1�IEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of the 5 en Corners Gateway Area of Saint
Pau1, including significant views of the Saint Paul Cathedral, Xcel En gy Center and other important
landmarks; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes other projects t at are under consideration including transit
projects such as the Riverview Corridor and the Trolley, and er parking projects for Holiday Inn Aotel,
United/Children's Hospitals, and others; and
WI�,REAS, a parking supply and demand study r the western end of Downtown, including the
Smith Avenue Transit Hub, United Hospital campus, oliday Inn Hotel etc,. Will be compieted shortly to
assist the City: (1) in the coordination between pen ' g parking and transit projects in the westem end of
Downtown and (2) in helping detennine the final ber of pazking spaces to be financed and constructed as
part of the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project.
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67 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLV D, that the City Council approves and directs the following:
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69 1. Accepts the final Section 106 Smith Av ue Transit Hub Report, Voluxnes 1-5. This includes Volume 5
70 which was prepared after the required pu ic hearing on August 10, 2000 at the Saint Paul Heritage
71 Preservation Commission and contains 1 written testimony of interested parties and the City's response to
72 the testimony.
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2. Approves proceeding with the S'th Avenue Transit Hub Project and accepts the now $6.2 million grant
from Federal government for the roject and directs staff to complete securing at least $2.0 million from
Metro Transit, which will be us toward the transit component of the Project.
3. Approves execution of
by appropriate City offici�
PED staffthat aze consist
of Agreement substantially in the form as attached in E�bit 1,
and with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney aud
with the actions taken in this Resolution.
82 4. Accepts title to the ouse and surrounding land from the State of Minnesota with the condition imposed by
83 2000 Legislature that exchange for the House being donated to the City, the City agree that the House be
84 preserved at an alte ative site and directs staff to complete acceptance.
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86 5. City selects Site # 7 the former Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut St. south of Ryan Street) as the site to
87 wbich the House will be moved and stabilized for residential reuse, names Historic Irvine Pazk Association as
88 Redeveloper, and approves attached Memorandum of Intent in substantially the same form as attached in
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89 E�ubit2 with such subsequent changes as may be approved by the City Attorney and PED staff that aze
90 consastent with the actions taken in this Resolution. Siting, move and stabilization activities of the House on
91 Site #7 will be reviewed by the HPC as fiuther described in the lines 48-51 above�;;-
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93 6. Authorizes City staff to commence and complete vacation process to convey Site #7 - Plastics to HRA, who
94 in turn will convey to the Redeveloper.
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96 7. Accepts rezoning petitions for the former Plastics Pazking I,ot and authorizes
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8. Requests HRA to cause:
process to begin.
A) the House to be moved and stabilized and directs appropriate ff to retain a historic mover and any
other contractors necessary to move and stabilize the House at rte # 7, consistent with the City's
obligations described in the Memorandum of Agreement in P agraph 3 above.
B} Use fhe $2375 million dollars whicfl ha�e previously en budgeted in HRA Res. 00-6/14-3 to
move and stabilize the House on behalf of the City. F er the City Council understands these HRA
monies are interim funds to the City that shall be reim sed to the HRA no later than the closing on
the financing for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub by t e City.
9. City staff is to continue design and traffic work on t Project on this gateway site to the Downtown by
Collaborative Design Group Architects(Dick Faricy, 1 Hickey, et. a1.) and SRF Consulting Crroup, in
conjunction with other projects under consideration ' the project area including Riverview Corridor, Trolley
and other parking projects in the area..
10. After completion of the parking demand stu for the western end of Downtown, which will assist in the
coordination of pending parking and transit pro' cts in the area, the Adnvnistration shall return to the City
Council and recommend:
(i) the number of parking spaces and
(ii) the design concept for Project de
(rii) the Finance Plan for the Project�
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123 E�ibit 1-Copy of draft Dec 17, :
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125 E�ibit 2- Draft Memorandum of
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to be buik for the Project
in E�ibit 3
will be developed by PED and Financial Services.
to City Council Resoiution
MOA with City, FHWA, SHPO, ACHP, et al
with Redeveloper of House at Plastic Parking Lot 5ite
Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub Project
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DRAFT - DECEMBER 13, 2000
MEMORANDiM OF AGREEMENT
AMONG
THE FEDERAL HIGH`VAY AD�IIIVISTRATION,
THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
THE MINNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
AND THE CITY OF SAI�'T PAUL,
FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN DI.
CK�I��Iy Z1I�MS�7`►[il�:i��►Tl�.`��`►11L�7
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FHtiVA)
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County, Mi
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o� .y a��
� to fund a portion of a transit
and
WHEREAS, the FHWA has determined that this project, t Smith Avenue Transit Hub project, will
have an adverse effect on the John M. Armstrong Ho e(House), a double-house listed on the
National Register of Historic Places (National Regist ,
WHEREAS, the FHWA has consulted with th Ad��isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State Historic Preservat' n Office (SHPO), and the City of St. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursuant to the regulati s(36 CFR Part 800) implementing Section 106 of
the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U. .C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Housing and Re velopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commission (HPC) have rticipated in the consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memorandum of Agree ent (tiIOA); and
WHEREAS, the HPC serves as a advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipa]
heritage preservation matters as o lined in Chapter 73 of St. Paul's legislati�e code (Chapter 73);
and
WHEREAS, several Interest Parties have participated in the consultation through public meetings,
work sessions and revie of documentation, includin� Tom Dimond, Kathryn Babcock -
representing Citizens to S e the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Association, and severa ther interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated June 2000.
Tom Dimond and Kat n Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
WHEREAS, under innesota Sessions Laws 2000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire propert from the State that is needed to proceed with the Transit Aub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle ite, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
altemative site t preserve it; and
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WHEREAS, the City has completed historical research summarized in a report entitled, "Smith
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Seazch for Archaeological Potential and Historic Buiidin� ensity
Survey" (7uly 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WHEREAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smi venue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kellogg Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Str t and I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any prop on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement
NOW, TF3EREFORE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the
that the undertaking shall be implemented in accordance with the f
take into account the effect of the undertakin� on the John M. Ar�
The FWHA will ensure that the following measures ar�arried out.
(the "Signatories") agree
ig stipulations in order to
; House.
I. RELOCATION AND STABTLIZATION F THE HOUSE
A. Ci Obli ation to Relocate the use to an Alternative Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated and st ilized �vithin one year ofthe execution of the MOA
to one of the acceptabte sites li ed in Appendix A. The relocation ofthe House will
be completed according
publication "Moving Hi:
will be selected by the Ci
to undertake relocation `
Register listing. Mov �
its designee {i.e., hi oric
B. CitxCc
with a i
House
comme
and the
requirii
Secretp
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to e guidelines set forth in the National Pazk Service
o c Buildings" by John Obed Curtis. The building mover
with review and concurrence by SF3P0. The City a�
F the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
and stabilization activities to be compieted by the City, or
mover; redeveloper), are listed in Appendix B.
�nve anc o Redevelo er. The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
edevelo er, which will determine the Relocation Site from Appendix A. The
will sold AS IS to a redeveloper for reuse as either residential or
rcia at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
H se to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
i that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance with the
ry of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
t, ownership of ihe House will revert to the City.
C. ehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City or its redeveloper �cill submit
efiabilitation PIans to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Pian Revie�r Process,
including the Moving/Buildin� Permit process, for review and concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
character-defining features of the buildin�. The proposed Rehabilitation Ptans will
o►-w}�
II.
include building sitin�, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improvements, and adjace
new construction that is part ofthe site plan. Ifthe Move and Stabilization Pla (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to compl on of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the buildin� (including the in rior), the
remaining plans will be reviewed sepazately. Flexibility will be a«•ed in the
review ofthe interior of the House. HPC will provide an opportwii orpublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO �' 1 consider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is loca d within an area that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HP will have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for long term monito�ng to ensure that subsequent
treatment and improvements to the exterior of the�ouse are in compliance with the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed elocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter ,, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesignated a a St. Paul Herita�e Presen Site,
subject to a public review process outlined � Chapter 73.
E.
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will
znoved and after the move is complet
moved to its new site and stabilized •
the City shall prepare documentati :
C identifies the materials to be fu is:
the Keeper of the Register as n ific
Section 60.14(b)(5).
lu � a the Move. In accordance «�ith 36 CFR
r am on the National Register �vhile being
GVithin nme months after the House has been
�cording to the activities listed in Appendix B,
required by 36 CFR Section 6Q.14. Appendix
�ed. SHPO shall fonvazd this documentation to
ition of the move in accordance �cith 36 CFR
F. Tem�orary_Stora e of Ho e durin Moae. If necessary, the City will move the
House to a temporary loc ion to allow time for ne�v site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub construct' n schedule. Appropriate measures will be taken to protect
and secure the buildin during this interim period.
G. Protection of the source. After the City receives title of the property from the
State, appropriat measures will be takzn by the City to protect and secure the
building prior t, during and after it is moved.
On behalf of F WA, the City shall ensure that an azchaeolo�ical survey is conducted on the
Transit Hub ite and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun�ey shall be
conducte y the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Siandards and
Guideli s for ldentification (48 CFK 44720-23) and takin� into account relevant �uidelines
of the O. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the s ey meetin� the standards of the Secretary of the Interior shall be submitted [o FHWA
for eview and approval.
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III.
IV
FHWA shall evaluate properties identified through the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eligible for the
Narional Register, FHWA shall�comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6.
COSTS OF THE MOA
The Signatories and Concurrin� Parties shail be responsible for their own admi ' tration and
staff costs associated �vith either document revie�v or field �vork related to t' Agreement.
Further, the City shall pay costs associated with the foliowing: (1) documen tion, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeology suru y and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other Ciry costs required to complete OA stipulations.
MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, ETC.
A. Modification or amendment of this agreement, as ne essary, shall be accompiished
by the Signatories in the same manner as the origi al agreement.
B. Should the Signatories object within 36 days the materials provided for review
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E and II of t's agreement, the FHWA shall consult
with the objecting party to resolve the obj tion. If the FHWA determines that the
objection cannot be resolved, the FHW shall request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council comment provi ed in response to such a request will be taken
into account by the FHWA with re rence only to the subject of the dispute•, the
C.
FHWA's responsibility to carry o all actions under this agreement that are not the
subjects of the dispute remain u hanged.
Ifprovisions of this a�reeme are not camed out within three (3) years from the date
of its execution, the Signat 'es shall consult to seek amendment ofthe a�eement. If
the agreement is not am ded, any Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
800.6(c)(8).
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementarion of ' terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertakin n historic
properties. A photocopy of this document will be deemed to be an o ginal by the
Signatories.
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESEI�VATION
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John M. Fowler, Executive Director
MINNESOTA STATE
Bv
ATION OFFICE
Nina M. Archabal, Stat,�Historic Preservation Officer
INVTTED SIGNA
CITY OF SAIN� PAUL
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Coleman
Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attorney
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
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co��cux:
ST. PAUL HERTTAGE PRESER'VATION COi�'INIISSION
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Name and Title of Signer
CITY OF 5AINT PAUL HOUSING AND REDEVELOPM�NT AUTHORITY
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Name and Title of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
CITIZENS TO SAVE TH�ARMSTRONG HOUSE
Date;
Date:
B Date:
Kathryn M. B cock
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently owned by City � HRA.
Site # 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chestnut �outh of Ryan Street)
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut �d Exchange)
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APPENDIX B �
MOVING AND STABILIZATION
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detailed Move and Stabilize Data can be found in Yolz:me 1, Attachment I
A. MOVE BY fIISTORIC MOVING CONTRACTOR
Section 106Report.)
This step includes the activities involved in physically liftin the Armstrong House off its existing
foundation, moving it along city streets and placing it on new foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractor will be responsible for the new foun tion, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities st meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary b cing, shorinJ and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and ex rior will be completed to aliow monitoring of
building condition. During the move, the histo ' moving contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as p otecting or replacing affected landscaping, curbs,
etc. The historic moving contractor will also ovide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successful completion of the move. ncluded in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas th . provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility of the Historic Building M er and the City at the existing building location, while the
building is in transit, and at the new bu' ing location.
B. NE`V
This step includes the activities a general contractor to clear out the existing site ofthe Amistrong
House after is has been moved and to prepare the new site for placement of the Armstron� House.
New site �vork wi11 invotve onstructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support system. I necessary, a new entry porch will be built on the front of the House at
its new location. Depend' g on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a
steps will be taken at'�
will be provided at bc
dated May 4, 2000�
responsibility of a
building is in tran t,
lev surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
h' ew site to protect adj acent sidewalks, trees or structures. Securing fencing
�' the old site and the new site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
m Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
eneral Contractor and the City at the existin� building location, while the
and at the new building location.
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C. NIINIMUM ELEMENTS TO RETAIN NATIONAL REGISTER
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office ( O), this step
involves the absolute minimum unprovements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House &om further deterioration. Correspondence from SHPO da d Mazch 17, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that wo d not be needed for
continued eli�ibility of the FIouse. That correspondence is included � Section 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment I). The key elements that are necessary for cont� ed eli;ibility are listed as
follows: �
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Excavation and grading of new site
Sheet piling as necessary to protect street,
Wall footin�s, piers for porch foorings on
Foundation walls, sandstone veneer
Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick repai�
Basement beams
Repair or replace &ont entry porch �
Remove and replace roofing surf e
New gutters and downspo�ts �,�
New entrances �
site
adjacent structures
Remove and replace windo s, or repair existin� windows
Perimeter caulking �
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D. STABILIZATION AND ASS�`T PROTECTION
This step involves activities by a ge eral contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House for i spection. Minimum electrical service will be provided forbasic
lighting. New stairs to the base ,'ent will be constructed. Loose or waterlogged material will be
removed from the house. �
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♦ Reaz
♦ eiene
♦ Envi
eiectncalservice
stairs; basement stairs
interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
mentai clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
NOTE: A tivities in Parts A-I3 of Appendix B will be part of the "Move and
tabilization PZans"referenced in the MOA.
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Documentation required once the Armstrong House is moved
1) A letter notifying the MN-SHPO the date the property was moved,�
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2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black and white photographs aad one set of �des of the hovse
on its new site. Two or more different views (perspectives) o the froat aad rear of
the house aze required. The lab processia� the film should e able to pass a hypo
(fixer) residue test for film processin�. (In other words ; a reputable vendor for
processing), The photographs should be printed on pho, ' graphic, silver emulsion
resin-coated paper (not ghotograpluc color dye paper � ed by vendors advertising
cheap developing costs). The photographs should ve a ane-half inch border.
They shouid be labeled on the back usin� a soft p�cil wzth the followiag
information: name of property, county and
photo�aph, location of original aegative*,
number or number depicting vantage point
be a plastic mount with name of property c
will accept the negatives (along with the
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus-X Pan ,
3) A sketch map (done in black aad
4) An original United State Geolo€
location of the house on its new
pencil. Do not include any othe�
S) Acreage of the pazcel on
� Legal Description of the
� Parcel's PIN number �F
8) Name and address o rpr�
,'name of photographer, date of
(camera faciag), photograph
: sketch map. • The slides should
+ and state�and date. *The SHPO
aphs) provided that the film•is 24
which depicts the hovse on its new site
Survey Map (LT-S.G.S.} which depicts the
(Depict locatioa using a dot made with a lead
tten information on the map).
tfie house is located.
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Rehabilitation of tfie Armstrona House f"House"1
Memorandum Of Intent
Redeveloaer. Site and Reuse of the Relocated House
Redeveloper of the House wi41 be the Nistoric trvine Park Associ on ("HIPA"). The site to which
the House wiil be relocated is the former Plastics parking lot at hestnut and South of Ryan
(the"Site"). The Redeveloper at its sole discretion may seek a ditional partner(s) after a RFQ
process is completed by the Redeveloper. At this time, the edeveloper plans to form a
Limited Liability Corporation ("LLC") to undertake the rem ' ing rehabilitation after the City or
HRA completes move and stabiiization activities describ in the Memorandum of Agreement
("MOA") attached in Exhibit A.
Rehabilitation of the House would be residential reus . The density on the site will be effectively
controlied by the Redeveloper through the processir�g of one of three rezonings (RT-1, RT-2,
RM-1) attached in Exhibit B. ,,/�
Phase 1: Pubfic Hearing on House and
(April 4, 2001)
Citv and HRA
Transit Hub before City Council
1. Staff recommends at Public Hearing�'`on House and Smith Avenue Tra�sit Hub that (1) the
House be moved and stabilized at Plastics site, (2) recommend HIPA as Redeveloperand
support execution of Memo of Int nt with Redeve{oper and (3) Smith Avenue Transit Hub
project be approved.
2. City Council considers the R�olution to execute MOA; name Site and Redeveloper;
convey property to HRA for �isposition; accept HRA Budget of $2.375 M to undertake MOA
obligatians; accept 3 separ�te zoning petitions for the Site and related actions concerning
the Smith Avenue Transit,�iub.
3. HRA agrees to e
and reconvey at
hoid a pubiic he�
a portion of the �
Redeveloper
�fiv10A, approves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
� to Redeveloper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabitizing and
i land sale of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a doilar plus
delivering the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
1. At Public Hear"' g on April 4, 2001, on House and Smith Avenue Transit Hub (A) support
business poin s outlined in this Memo of Intent (B) provide adopted neighborhood resolution
approved M ch 20, 2001(C) provide sufficient signatures from immediate neighbors for
three separ te (RT-2, RT-1, RM-1) zoning petitions to the City as Applicant, that would be
processed imultaneously. The Redeveloper wiil notify in writing the City as Petitioner 10
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days before by the third reading on the rezoning (Public Hearing meeting on rezoning),
which one of the three rezoning it wishes the City Council to adopt; whereupon the City will
withdraw the two remaining petitions. �f the City is not notified the dgfault rezoning is RT -1.
The finai adopted rezoning will determine the density, and only the/6niy structure on the Site
will be the House unless Redeveloper recommends and finances�dditional structures.
Phase 2= MOA
(April to May 15, 2001)
Citv and HRA
1. City, SHPO, ACHP, FHWA execute MOA. Also G
Dimond, and Save the Armstrong wi41 be invited to
2. Compfetes transfers of state land and House on
3. Vacation process for transfer of title of iand
is underway already for Hill Street adjacent
4. Draft covenant about future rehab to the
5. Rezoning and Variance process for the
back yard variance may aiso be neces€
Variance by end of July] ,�
Parties HRA, HPC, Tom
Circle to City from State.
House to HRA. (Separate vacation process
� Site on the south.)
structure described in attached MOA.
Variance for height will be necessary and a
[Estimated completion of Rezoning and
6. HRA agrees to execute MOA, app�ves Redeveloper, agrees to accept site from the City
and reconvey at Closing to Rede�loper; fund $2.375 M for the move and stabilizing and
hold a public hearing on land sal of the Site and the House to Redeveloper for a dolfar plus
a portion of the cost of deliveri the sewer to the site to Redeveloper.
Redeveloper
1. Select partner(s), if any
Phase 3: Between Exe
Redeveloper
(Mid May to Fall 200
Citv and HRA
RFQ, arrange financing etc.
of MOA and Ciosing on Conveyance of House and Site fo
4 to 6 months)
1. Retain CPMI as�oject Manager for MOA move and stabilization under MOA. SRF through
Ann Hopkins wil'also be involved. 106 Group will be used for archeology on the Site in
advance of mo e. The City's Architect wili be the Collaborative Design Group for which Dick
Faricy works.�
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2. Retain historic mover approved by SHPO. Retain Contractor to build
3. City funds archeology, move and stabilization, and security activities.
4. City wiN expfore ways to make Historic Tax Credit availabfe to
etc.
is $2.375 M
5. Move and Stabilization Plans (siting of House, etc.) will require H C and SHPO review, as
well as City Site Plan review process and variances.
6. City keeps House secure until Ciosing. �
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7. City prepares documentation for continued National Regist, r listing of House.
Redevelooer
1. Two (2) designated representatives of Redeve
Involved with the exact siting of the House on
stabilization activities).
Phase 4: Closing between City, HRA and
Land (after stabilization at Site)
(Estimated Closing November 15, 200
House rehabilitated with Certificate of
of Closing, estimated to by Novembe�
Citv and HRA
1. City conveys title of House a
Deed to Redeveloper and e:
Covenant recorded. ,�
Redeveloper
attend meetings with CPMI, etc.
(Comment only on move and
on Conveyance ofHouse and
sooner)
�pancy compiete and marketing within two years
15,2003)
and HRA conveys title of House and land by Quit Claim
s Escrow Funds if any funds remain from $2.375 M;
At closing on land an House for $1 plus the cost of delivering sewer to the site, after
completion of move nd stabilization, Redeveloper accepts the House AS IS, covenant is
recorded, reverter I nguage in deed, and if and only if there remains a balance on the City's
$2.375 M, City es blishes escrow fund for the Redeveloper on a reimbursement basis for
the remaining re abilitation of the House with appropriate documentation and approval by
City's Project M nager, CPMI. Escrow funds, if any, would be available for utility
connections f water and electrical, etc.
2. Undertake �fid complete rehabilitation, after review of Rehabilitation Plans by HPC and
SHPO ,[i.e., get Certificate of Occupancy ] and market property within 2 years of Closing.
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Attachments to Memo of Intent dated March 26,2001
Exhibit A- Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") on J.M. Armstrong House and Smith Avenue
Transit Hub between FHWA, ACHP, City, SHPO et ai.
Exhibit B- Draft Rezoning Petition and Conditions for former Plastics Parking Lot
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DRAFT - AECEMBER 13, 2000
MEMORANDUII OF AGREr;i1�i,VT
Ai�10NG
TFIE FEDERAL HIGFIEVA'Y AD�SIIVISTRA
THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC P�R�ERVATION,
THE MINNESOTA STATE HISTORIC PRESE ATION OFFICE,
AND THE CITY OF SAI\T P
FOR TAE RELOCATION OF THE JOHN hI.
HOUSE Ari'D
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CONSTRTJCTION OF TIiE SNIITH A� NUE TRANSIT HUB
SAINT PAUL, MI ' SOTA
WHEREAS, the Federal Hi�hway Administrati n(FH«'A) proposes to fund a portion of a transit
hub project within the City of St. Paul, Rams County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the FHWA has determined
have an adverse effect on the John M.
National Register of Historic Places (I�
this proj ect, the Smith Avenue Transit Hub project, will
istrong House (House), a double-house listed on the
al Register);
WHEREAS, the FHWA has con�ulted with the Ad��isory Council on Historic Preservation
(Council), the Minnesota State H' foric Preservation Office (SHPO), and the City ofSt. Paul (City)
as an Invited Signatory, pursua to the regulations (36 CFR Part 800) implem�nting Section 106 of
the National Aistoric Preserv ton Act (16 U.S.C. 470�; and
WHEREAS, the St. Paul using and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) and the St. Paul Heritage
Preservation Commissio (HPC) have participated in thz consultation and have been invited to
concur in this Memor um of Agreement (v10A); and
WHEREAS, the HP serves as an advisory body to the mayor and city council on municipal
heritage preservati matters as outlined in Chapter 73 of St. PauPs legislative code (Chapter 73);
and
WHEREAS, s eral Interested Parties have participated in the consultation through public meetings,
work sessio and review of documentation, includin, Tom Dimond, ICathryn Babcock -
representin Citizens to Save the Armstrong House, the Fort Road Federation, Historic Irvine Park
Associati , and several other interested parties listed in the Section 106 Report dated 7une 2000.
Tom Di ond and Kathryn Babcock have been invited to concur in this MOA; and,
WH�EAS, under Minnesota Sessions Laws Z000, Chapter 492, Art. l, Sec 86, in order for the City
to acquire property from the State that is needed to proceed with the Transit Hub projzct on the
Cleveland Circle site, the City of Saint Paul, at its expense, is required to relocate the House to an
altemative site to preserve it; and �
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�IHEREAS, the City has completed historical reseazch summarized in a report entitled, "Smith
Avenue Transit Hub: Literature Search Yor Archaeological Potential and Historic Buildin� Intensity
Survey" (JuIy 1999) and an Addendum (July 2000); and
WHEREAS, the Area of Potential Effects for the undertakin� is defined as the Smith Avenue Transit
Hub Site (bounded by Kello�g Boulevard, West Seventh Street, Fifth/Sixth Street d I-35E), the
buildings immediately adjacent to the Transit Hub Site, and any prope on or buildings
immediately adjacent to the Relocation Sites identified in this Agreement;
NOW, THEREFO1tE, the FHWA, the Council, the SHPO and the
that the undertaking shall be implemented in accordance with the f
take into account the effect of the undertakin; on the 7ohn M. A�
The FWHA will ensure that the following
I. RELOCATION AND STABILIZA'
carried out.
OF THE HOUSE
(the "Signatories") agree
Zg stipulations in order to
; House.
A. Cit Obli ation to Relocate t� House to an Alternative Site. The City shall cause
the House to be relocated a stabilized «�ithin one year of the execution ofthe MOA
to one of the acceptable si s listed in Appendix A. The relocation of the House will
be completed accordin� to the guidelines set forth in the National Park Service
publication "Moving I�storic Buildings" by John Obed Curtis. The buildin� mover
will be selected by t,�City with review and concurrence by SHPO. The City agrees
to undertake reloc ion o£ the House and stabilization needed to maintain National
Re?ister listing. ovin� and stabilization activities to be completed by the City, or
its designee (i.e„historic mover; redeveloper), aze listed in Appendix B.
B. CitV Conve "nce to Redevelo ec The City shall enter into a redevelopment contract
with a rede 'eloper, which �vill determine the Relocation Site from Appendix A. The
House w'y71 be sold AS IS to a rede��eloper for reuse as either residential or
comme �ial, at the sole discretion of the City. At the time the City conveys the land
and t�ouse to the redeveloper, the City shall attach a 30-yeaz covenant to the deed
requ ng that exterior modifications to the House be in compliance with the
Sec�etary of Interior's Standards at the time of the modifications. If the redeveloper
f ls to perform the stabilization activities listed in Appendix B as required by the
ontract, ownership of the House wiil revert to the City.
C. Rehabilitation Plan Review and Concurrence. The City or its redeveloper �cill submit
Rehabilitation Pians to HPC and SHPO during the City's Site Plan Revie«� Process,
including the Moving/Building Permit process, for review znd concurrence as to
consistency with the Secretary of Interior's Standards, within the context of
character-defining features of the building. The proposed Rehabilitation Plans will
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include building siting, rehabilitation, landscaping, site improcemenis, and adj acent
new construction that is part of the site plan. Ifthe Move and Stabilization Plans (as
further discussed in Appendix B) are submitted for review prior to completion of
Rehabilitation Plans for the remainder of the building (includin� the interior), the
remainin� plans will be reviecved separately. Flexibility will be allo �•ed in the
review of the interior ofthe House. HPC will provide an opportunity f ublic input
during the Rehabilitation Plan Review Process(es) and SHPO wil onsider public
comments as part of their review(s).
D. HPC Jurisdiction. If the proposed relocation site is locate �vithin an uza that has
been designated by the City under Chapter 73, the HPC ill have responsibility as
determined by city ordinance for lon� term monitori � to ensure that subsequent
treatment and improvements to the exterior of the H se are in compliance �vith the
Secretary of Interior's standards. If the proposed r ocation site is not in an area that
has been designated by the City under Chapter 7, the City will take every reasonable
step to ensure that the House is redesignated a St. Paul Herita�e Presen Site,
subject to a public review process outlined in Chapter 73.
E.
moved and after the move is
moved to its new site and st;
the City shail prepare docur
C identiFies the materials to
the Keeper of the Register ;
Section 60.14(b)(5). �
Section 60.14(b)(5), the House will
r�nQ the Move In accordance ���ith 36 CFR
.main on the National Register «•hite bein�
R'ithin nine months after the House has been
accordin� to the activities listed in Appendix B,
n required by 36 CFR Section 60.14. Appendix
shed. SHPO shall fo:��ard t�ss docus�en±ationto
cation of the move in accordance ti��ith 36 CFR
F. Tem�orarv Stora�e oF I�Iouse durina Mo�•e. If necessary, the City will move the
House to a temporary - cat o to allow time for new site preparation and to facilitate
the transit hub const 4'ction schedule. Appropriate measures �z'ill be taken to protect
and secure the buil}��n� durin� this interim period.
G. Protection of th��Resource. After the City receives title of the propem� from the
State, appropri�te measures ���ill be taken by the City to protect and secure the
building priorfto, during and after it is moved.
Onbehalf of F WA, the City shall ensure that an archaeolo�ical survey is conducted onthe
Transit Hub 1te and on the selected Relocation Site for the House. The sun•ey shall be
conducted b the City in a manner consistent with the Secretary of Interior's Standards and
Guideline or ldentification (48 CFR 44720-23) and takin� into account relevant guidelines
of the S O. The survey shall be conducted in consultation with the SHPO, and a report of
the surv meetin� the standards of the Secretary of the Interior shalt be submittzd to FHWA
for red w and approval.
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FHWA shall evaluate properties identified tYirou�h the survey in accordance with 36 CFR
Part 800.4. If the survey results in the identification of properties that aze eli�ible for the
National Re�ister, FHWA shall�comply with 36 CFR Parts 800.5 and 800.6.
COSTS OF THE MOA
The Si�natories and Concurring Parties shall be responsible for their own ad�ninistration and
staff costs associated with ei±her document revie�v or field work related `�this A�eement.
Further, the City shall pay costs associated with the fotlowin�: (1) doc entation, relocation
and stabilization costs described in Stipulation I; (2) Archaeoloa survey and mitigation
costs in Stipulation II; (3) Any other City costs required to com�pTete MOA stipulations.
IV. MODIFICATIONS, DISPUTES, TERMINATION, Fc3'C. �
A. Modification or amendment of this a�reeme�as necessary, shall be accomplished
by the Signatories in the same manner as,ik`ie original a�reemen[.
B. Should the Si�natories object withinf�0 days to the materials provided for review
pursuant to Sections I.A, I.C, I.E a�II of this agreement, the FHWA shall consult
with the objecting party to resolu� ``the objection. If the FHWA determinzs that the
objection cannot be resolved, ttf'e FHWA shali request the further comments of the
Council. Any Council com nt provided in response to such a request �vill be taken
into account by the FHW�
FHWA's responsibiliry
subjects ofthe dispute en
C. Ifprovisions of
of its execution,
the agreement '
800.6(c)(8). �
with reference only to the subject of the dispute; the
carry out a!I ac#ions under th:s agreemenE that are not the
iain unchanged.
ii a�reement are not carried out within three (3) years from the date
e Signatories shall consult to seek amendment ofthe aereement. If
not amended, any Signatory may terminate it pursuant to 36 CFR
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Execution of this Memorandum of Agreement and implementation of its terms
evidence that FHWA has taken into account the effects of its undertaking on historic
properties. A photocopy of this document wili be deemed to be an original by the
Signatories. �
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADNIIiVISTRATION
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Alan R. Steger, Division Administrator
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC
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John M. Fowler, Executive Director
MINNESOTA5TATE
By
Nina M. Archabal, �
INVITED SIGNAT(�
CITY OF
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Coleman
ATION OFFICE
Preservation Officer
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Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
Approved to Form: Peter McCall, Assistant City Attorney
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ST. PAiIL HERITAGE PRESERVATION CObIMISSION
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Name and Title of Signer
CITY OF SAINT PAUL HOUSING AND
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Name and Titie of Signer
Approved to Form
THOMAS R. DIMOND
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AUTAORITY �
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Date:
CITIZENS TO
THE ARMSTRONG HOUSE
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APPENDIX A
Relocation Sites currently owned by City or HRA
Site. # 2- Kellogg and Seventh Street (Transit Hub Site)
Site # 3- St. Joseph's Lane and West Seventh Street
Site # 7- Plastics Parking Lot (on Chesmut south af Ryan Street)
Site # 8- Ryan Parking Lot (at Chestnut and
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APPENDIX B �
MOVING AND STABILIZATTON ACTIVITIES
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CITY
(Detniled Move and Stabilize Data can be found in Yolume 1, Attachment I of the Secti,�r'r�106 Report.)
A. MOVE BY HISTORIC MOVING CONTRACTOR
This step includes the activities involved in physically lifting th,eirlrmstrong House off its existing
foundation, moving it along city streets and placin� it on a ne.�v foundation within a new site. (A
separate contractor will be responsible for the new foundat�, as noted in Section B below). The
contractor hired to complete the moving activities mus meet special requirements for moving
historic structures. Prior to the move, preliminary bra n�, shorin� and brick stabilization will be
completed. Photo documentation of interior and ext or will be completed to allow monitoring of
building condition. During the move, the histo movin� contractor will take steps to protect
overhead and underground utilities, as well as p, tecting or replacing affected landscaping, curbs,
etc. The historic movin� contractor will also� ovide liability insurance and performance bonds to
ensure successfiil completion of the move.!'Included in this Appendix is a memorandum dated
May 4, 2000, from Constructive Ideas tl t provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility of the Historic Buildin� N�o'ver and the City at the existing buiiding location, while the
buildin; is in transit, and at the new b,�filding location.
B. NE�V CONSTRUCTIQ�i ITEMS
This step includes the activiti s of a general contractor to clear out the existing site ofthe Armstrong
House after is has been mo ed, and to prepare the new site for placement of the Armstron� House.
New site work will invo�Ve constructing a foundation and basement for the House, including a
structural support syste�: If necessary, a new entry porch will be built on the front of the House at
its new location. Dep�,'nding on the site chosen for the Armstrong House, other activities will be
required to provide a%level surface for moving the House on to the new foundation. If necessary,
steps will be taken �# the new site to protect adjacent sidewalks, trees or structures. Securin� fencing
will be provided a# both the old site and the new site. Included in this Appendix is a memorandum
dated May 4, 20k�0, from Constructive Ideas that provides a detailed listing of items that will be the
responsibility�6f a General Contractor and the City at the existing building location, while the
building is in transit, and at the new building location.
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C. MI1VI:vIUtII ELE1lIENTS TO RETAi\ IyiA'i'IO\AL REGISTER LISTING
Based upon discussions with the Minnesota State Iiistoric Preservation Office (SHPO), this step
involves the absolute minimum improvements required to protect the "shell" of the
Armstrong House from further deterioration. Correspondence from SHPO dated Marc �7, 2000,
identified the items in a detailed listing of construction activities that would not. e needed for
continued eligibility of the House. That correspondence is included in the S�`i�ion 106 Report
(Volume 1, Attachment I). The key elements that are necessary for continued eiij bility are listed as
follows: ,%'
♦ Excavation and grading of new site
♦ Sheet piling as necessary to protect street, sidezvall
♦ Wall footings, piers for porch footin�s on new site
♦ Foundation walls, sandstone veneer i
♦ Tuckpointing, cleaning and brick repajr �
♦ Basementbeams �
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♦ Repair or replace front entry porc,hes
♦ Remove and replace roofin; sqrface
♦ New gutters and downspouts%"
♦ New entrances /�
adjacent structures
♦ Remove and replace wineTows, or repair existin� windows
♦ Perimeter caulking �'
D. STABILIZATION AND A5'SET PROTECTION
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This step involves activities by a�;�eneral contractor to provide minimum improvements needed to
allow safe access to the House fdr inspection. Minimum electrical service will be provided for basic
lighting. New stairs to the basement will be constructed. Loose or waterlogged material will be
removed from the house. ;i
i electrical setvice
stairs; basement stairs
♦ Ge�ierai interior clean-up (removal of loose or waterlogged materials)
♦ Environmental clean-up (asbestos and lead-based paint, if necessary)
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�% Stabilization Plans" referenced in the MOA.
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Documentation required once the Armstrong House is moved
1) A letter no�fying the 2vIN-SHPO the date the property was moved
2) Two sets of 8 x 10 black aad wlute photographs and one set
on its new site. Two or more different views (persp� -`_._ _, .
tfie house ate required. The lab processin� the film
(fixer) residue test for film. grocessin�. (Ia other wo
processing). The photographs should be printed on
resin-coated paper (not photo�aphic color dye pa
chea developino costs), 'Tfie photographs sho t
ies of the house
front and reu of
io be able to pass a hypo
s" e a reputable veador for
otographic, silver emuLsion
used by vendors advertising
ve a one-half inch border.
p =
They should be labeled on the back using a so pencil with the following
information: name of property, county and te, name of photo�apher, date of
photooraph, location of original negative* view (camera facing), photograph
number or number depicting vantage po' t oa the sketch map.. The slides should
be a plastic mount with name of prop , couaty and stxte�and date. *The SHPO
will accept the negatives (along wi e photo�aphs) provided tI�t the film• is 24
exposure and T Max 100 or Plus- Pan film•
3) A sketch map (done in black d white) which depicts the house on its new site
4) An original United State ological Survey Map (U.S.G.S.) which depicts the
location of the house o. ts new site (Depict location usin� a dot made with a Iead
pencil. Do not includ y other written information on the map).
5) Acreage of the p, el on which the house is Iocated.
� Legal Descrip 'on of the pazcel
� Parcel's P number
8) Name d address of property owner(s)
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I. Parties agreeing to addendum. This addendum to the
Chestnut Street and 0 I-Till Sueet has been reviewed and
parties: Saint Paul PED, H'istoric Irvine Park Associati<
Molly Femholz, Patrick and Rita Hawkinson Wamer�
Hiileren, Louis Fillmon and Kazen Jason.
Purpose. The parties want to accelerate
moving of the historic Armstrong House f
to the site. The site's present zoning is P-
City can issue moving and foundation peri
housing. The parties agree that the p�o
to allow the Armstrong House to be�ma
most restrictive residential zone i�whic
�omn petitions for 235
re to by the following
A), Kevin McGrath and
and Ruth Dantuma, Peter
aoni�`g of 235 Chestnut Street to pemrit the
m�tts present location north of the Xcel Arena
,�4vhich allows only surface parking. Before the
;s, the site needs to be zoned to permit
rty on Chestnut Street should be rezoned
d and that the new zoning should be the
the house can feasibly be restored and
sold. The City wants to move t e{fiouse as soon as possible to open up the site north of
the arena for redevelopment. ,.�
Simultaneous zoning steps�and redevelopment analysis. HII'A is negotiating to take
ownership of the Armstro `�House and to partner with a developer to restore and mazket
it. At the time of the fili � of the rezoning petitions, HIl'A has not had time to select a
partner, complete a pro,'�ct feasibility analysis, or deternune how many residential units
will be at the site. 1e HII�A is working with developers, public agencies, and
contractors to devis, a feasibie restoration plan for the property, the City and the property
owners within 100��eet of the Chestnut Street site are initiating three separate residential
rezoning petition�for RT-1 (duplex), RT-2 (3-4 units), and RM-1 (multi-family) so that
any one of thect�` can be chosen later.
The petition�''will initiate the rezoning process at the Planning Comrnission; the parties
expect tha�>all three altematives may still be under consideration when the Planning
Commiss n holds its hearing and makes its recommendation. At least ten days before the
rezonin�petitions come before the City Council for third reading and public hearing,
HIPA,�vill have detemuned and submitted to the City in writing which of the three
alte �ative rezonings fits its restoration plan. The other two petitions will be withdrawn
by e parties. If HIPA has not made a written recommendatioq the parties wiil
r ommend that the Council approve the RT-1 rezoning altemative. As soon as practical
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after the Council approves a new zoning district, PED will request building permits for
excavation, a new foundatioq and the house move. In addirion to the rezoning, other City
approvals will be required before building permits aze issued, including height and setback
variances, site plan review, and historic review.
4. Nullification of fhe consents given on the rezoaing petitions. Most oFthe petition
signers specifically support the moving and restoration of the Armstrong Aouse, but
would not support whatever residential development may be permitted in the zoning
district without the house. If the Armstrong House is not moved to Chestnut Str or
suffers severe damage during the move and cannot be restored, the parties wa o return
the zoning, at least for the rime being, to P-1. ,
5. Attachment to rezoning peEitions for RT-1, RT-2, and RM-1. Thi iidendum is
hereby attached to each of the three rezoning petitions as an explan on for why muitiple
petitions are being submitted and as a safeguard for the affected ighbors.
6. Signatures of the Parties. I agree with the provisions of t's addendum. (Please sign
and date.)
Brian Sweeney, PED Patrick
Kevin McGrath
Peter Hilleren
Molly Fernholz f` Dirk Dantuma
Molly Howe
Ruth Dantuma
K:�Shazed�PedVSODF.RfiOUZONAIG\Atmstron�J
Warner Louis Fillmon
Karen Jason
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CONSENT OF AD70INING PROPERTY OtiYNERS FOR
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We, tlie undersi�ned, otvncrs oPtlie proper;y tvidtiin 100 feet o(thc total contiguous description of rzal estate
o�vned, purciiased, or sofd by'I'HE PETITION6R within one year preczdiit� tlie date oF tliii petition
ackno�vledge that �vz have bcen presented u•itli the foilou•ino:
I. A cop}' of the petition of
(name ofp ctitioner)
to rezone the property [ocated at a3S CheS�n�.i.1' �,-„ e�
from n P � zo�iino district to �1�� zoning district.
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2. A copy ofsections �'� through _(�Q•� inclusive oFtht Saint Paul ning Code; and
nckno�vledge that �ve ;�re a�vare oFnll of the uses permitted in z RT =�. zo ' g districC 2nd tve are
lware that any oFt(�zse uses can be establislted upon City Councii approval of ie rezoning. 14'e hereby'
consent to the rczonin� of the propeRy in the pctition oF, s t_��,�]�, ���
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(Name of petitioner)
tiVc conscnt to flie �pproval of fhis i•ezoning
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- NOT�: This petition shall not be considered as o�cially filed until tne lapse of seven (7) u•orking
days after it is recei�•ed by the Pianning Division. Any signator of thispetition tnay �v►thdra�ti-h�s/her
name therefrom by ��Titten request within that time. :,'�
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CONSENT•OF ADJOINING PROPERTY OWI�iERS POR A
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We, il�e undersigned, otvners oFthe propery tvitf�in t00 feet o(t6e total contiguous description oE real esiate
o�vned, purchased, or sold by 7'HE PETITIO� IER tivithin one ye. r precedin� th= date of this petition
�cknowledge that tve have bccn presentzd u•idt the following:
1. A copy of the peti[ion oF,
(name of ctitioner)
to rezone tlte Property located at a3S �h 2Sfn�.i."�"' �„� � �
from a �'-' � zoning district to ay� district.
2. A copy oCsections (�D���?.i through ��.�3 in
ncknotvlcdge th�t we 1re n�vart ofnll oFthe uses permitted in
1�vare that any oF duse i�ses c�n be established upon Ciry C
consent to lhe rczonin� of tfie property in the petition of;
(Name of petitioner)
tiVe consent to fhe �Pproval of this
�PP�ic�nf or his/ficr represenfafive.,
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hOT�: This petition shall not be considered as officially filed until tne lapse of seven (7) u•orkin8
days a8er it is recei��ed by fhe Plannin;Division. Any signator of this petition may withdra�ti�his/he�
namelherefrom by «ritten request within that time. :,'�
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CONSEI�IT'-OF ADJOINING PROPERTY O�VNERS FOR A
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We, ihe undersigned, o�vncrs of tlie property tvitliin 100 feet oFtlic total
otvned, purci�ased, or sold by THE PET[TIO� IER within one year
lcknotivledge that wz have bccn presented ��•i[h tlte follot�•ing: f
1. A copp of tl�e petition oE
(name of ctit
to rezone tlic property located at a3S G�eS
from a �'� � zoning district to a}�'
2. Acopyofsections �•��7i through,�/�
ncknotivled�e diat �ve ��z nware oP111 oFthe uses �
nwlre tliat any of thase uses can be established u
eonsent to the rezoning of tl�e property in tl�e pet;}�
(Nanie of petifioner)
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ing district.
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�, inclusive of dr Saint Paul Zoning Code; and
iitted in �� zonin; district 2nd tve are
Ciry Councii approval of die rozoning. \�'e horeby• �
oF; �j� � � ��
_ to r.���,zoning �istricL (�(�Q��V! � )
\Ve consenY to flte �pproval o�this rezoning as it `vas expl�ined fo us by the
�PP�ic�nf or his/hcr represert��afivc.
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IrOT�: This petition shall not be considered as officially filed until tne lapse of seven (7) u�orking
_ days aRer it is recei�•ed by the Planning Division. Any signator of this petition may �rithdratti•his/he�
name therzErom by ��Titten request within that time. •�: O
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ZONING DISTRICTS
City of Saint Paul
SUMMARY OF USES ALLOtiVED IN SAINT PAUL ZO\'ING DISTRICTS �� "y a �
RESIDE\TIAL
R-LL, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 One-Famil}•
One-family d�vellings
Schools, libraries, parks, churches
Convents, rectories
Family day care (10) and group family day care (14)
Group day care in a non-residential structurz
Homz occupations
Bed and brzakfasts w/one guest room
Community residential facilities (s6 residents)
Carriage housz dweltings (historically existing)"
Cemeteries*
Cluster dzvelopments*
Colleges, univzrsities*
Com•ersions of non-residential structures and
residential struchires over 9,000 sq. ft.*
Golf courses, private recreation facilities*
RT-1 T��'o-Famitr'
All R-� uszs
T���o-family homzs
Group day care
Fratzmity and sorority houses*
Bed and breakfasts �v/up to 4 guest
RT-Z To«'nhouse �p
A11 RT-I uses
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Thrzz- and four-family d���elfings /
To���nhouses «'ith up to 6 units �
Community residential faciliti s (7-16)*
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I2��I-1 blultiple Family �
All R7-2 uses
Apartment buildings (5�-'stories)
Roomin� and boardin houses*
I2_�I-2 �Iultiple
Ali RNI-1 uses
Apartment buil
Eldzrly housi �
Hospitals, n si,
�ngs (<_ 5 stories)
support services
iR homes*
iL�t-3 l�l tipie I amily
Hi�h d sity, high rise apartments
Churches, day care (all tyPes)
Etdzrly housing support services
Community residential facilities*
Hospitals`
Accessoq� retail service and office uses*
CO�I�IERCIAL
OS-1 Loca] Oftice-Ser�
Business offices such as banks, insurance, real estate
Professiona] offices such as medical cIinics, law officz;
Artist and photographer studios
Sen�ice businesses such as photocopying, �vateh and
shoe repair„jailor shops, barber and beauty shops
Day care (all es)
Schools, co ges, libraries, parks, churches
Mised co ercial/residential uses
amily dwellin�s
y residzntial facitities (16)
owned buildin�s, public utility buildin�s*
�S-2 General Office-Ser�•ice
A110S-1 uses
Post offices and similar eo�'emmental offices
Retail businesses such as grocery, etc. (s 10,000 sq. fr.)
Re;taurants and bars, except dri��e-in or fast-food
Hotels and hospitals
Laundries and dry deanin� (retail outlet)
blanufact�rin� of small precision goods
Carria�e house dwellinss
Retail businesses (>10,000 sq. ft.)*
B-1 Local Business
Dtost OS-1 uses
Rztail businesses such as erocery, bakery, drugs, books.
clothin„ hard«�are, florist, carry-out restaurants
Laundries and dry cleanin� (retail outlet)
Post ofYices and similar go�'emmental offices
ldi�ed commercial/residential uses
Vlultiple-family d�vellings*
B-2 Community Business
Alt B-1 uses
Sen'ice businesses �cith a sho�F7oom or �vorkshop such
as contractor, baker, painter, appliance repair
Restaurants and bars, eacept drive-in or fast food
Food catzring
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Pricatz halls and clubs, health clubs
"l�l�zaeers, bingo h�li�, ussemUl}' halis
Currzncy exchange businesses
Veterinary clinics, tatoo parlors
Auto sercice stations, con��enience and specialty stores`
Pool halls, bo��'ling alleys, game rooms and other t}'p=�
of indoor commercial recreation"
Pa��n shops*
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B-3 Genera] Business
Most B-2 uscs
dndoor vehicle sales
Mortuaries
Finishing shops
Business sales and service such as parcel delivery
Manufacturing of small precision goods
Hotels and motels
Printin� and publishing firms
Wholesalin� (no outside storaoe, <15,000 sq. ft.)
Hospitals
Outdoor vehicle sales *
Auto repair facilities*
Fast food and drive in restaurants*
Greenhouses, nurseries*
Car �vashes*
Adult ttses'"
B-4 Central Business
Retaii, sen•ice and office uses
Apartment residential uses
Hotels, motels, hospitals
Amusement and entertainment uses, museums
Schools, colleges, libraries, parks, churches
Go��emmental uses
Currzncy eschan�e businesses, pa��n shops
Adutt uses*
Community residential facilities"
B-5 Central Business/Sercice
All B-4 uses
�Vholesalino, warehousin�
Limited manuEacturin�
Dry cleanin� plants
Foud catzrin�, processing, manuf
Itescarch and testin� laboratories
Auto sen�ice stations, auto conve
stores, auto repair �
B-2C Community Bu
All RM-Z uses
Most B-2 uses, except
and currency excr
Retail sales in a buildJ'
Service businesses %
and specialty
urants, assembly halls
businesses
* Conditionai uses - A Special Condition Use Permit
(SCUP) must be granted by the Planning Commission to
allow these uses.
I-1 Industry
All B-3 uses except family and group family day care
Warehousing, �vhotesalin�
Research and testing
Lumber and contractor s yards
Manufacturing from pre�iously prepared materials
Rental storage facilities
Auto service stations, auto convenience/specialty storzs
Auto repair, auto body facilities
Tele��ision and radio to�vers"
Adult uses"`
Gun shops and shootin� �lleries*
I-2 Industr}�
MostI-1 uses
ra�c materials
Sewage pla
Stora�e o, uilding matzrials, sand, gravel, stone
�of sand, gravzl, other raw materials*
�us and infzctious waste processing*
dai freight yards"
T-3 Industr}•
Gasoline tank farms
Rendzring plants and tannin�
Rock crushing*
SPECI.4L DISTRICTS
PD Plnnned Decelopment
All uses by specific plan
P-1 Par]:ina
Off-street parking
RCR-I Ricer Corridor Residential
Multiple family d���ellings
Institutional uses
RCGl Ricer Corridor Commercial
All B-2 uses
RCI-1 Ricer Corridor Industrial
Limited I-1 uses
nOTE: THiS [S NOT A LEGAI. DOCU!�IE\T. In tha inttrat oC
simplicity and readability, it Ceparts Gom the neccss�ry itgal and technic�I
langua_e of the Saint Paul Zonin� Code and othcr applicable regulation>-
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Exhibit 3- City Conncil Resolnfion for Apri125, 2001
Smith Avenue Transit Hnb
Development ProEram Descrintion
The Development Program for the Smith Avenue Transit Hub proposes an
combination bus layover fac�7ity and parking ramp that includes the followi
♦ Up to 1,400 pazking stalls, of which approximately 30% are for
♦ A bus layover facility for at least 16 buses; �
♦ lOQ bike lockers;
pool;
♦ Up to 25,000 square feet of future retaiUcommercial alo� West Seventh street.
The facility will be divided by Smith Avenue into a
connected by bridges at the elevated levels for car ;
lakely provide piimary entrance/exit to and from th��
parkers and event parkers, retail service access�
lanes of vehiculaz traffic. Sidewalks, including, one
provide for a pedestrian friendly use of Smit]�AveT
aorth and a south structure
n�pedestrian traffic. Smith Avenue will
transit hub for buses, commuter/contract
access and bikes, as well as provide for four
covered walk within the ramp structure will
The street-level bus layover facility will �commodate peak time metro bus layover for at least
16 buses. Metro Transit facilities on t site wili include all weather sheker accessible to the
public from Smith Avenue, bus drive rfacilities, a with drivers room, general storage and a
supervisors office. The bus la yover y will also serve charter buses for RiverCentre, the Xcel
Energy Center, the Ordway, and �e Science Museum of MN. Such charter buses will share the
facility, to the degree it is not ne `ded for Metro Transit bus layover, and will utilize the majority
of the bus portion of the transi��ub at non-peak times and on weekends.
The aesthetic design of the�.4'mith Avenue Transit Hub will be of urban character with roof top
parking. The facility will b'e set back from West Seventh Street to accommodate the construction
of retaiUcommercial spac�. Up to 25,000 S.F. of high bay retail space at street level will e�ctend
the length of the �
up to 75 feet deep
connection across
along West Seventh Street and will provide a variery of tenant fronCages
�ck from the curb approxixnately 15 feet. There will be a pedestrian
Seventh Street to the Xcel Energy Center via tunnel, skyway, or at grade.
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