HomeMy WebLinkAboutNCOA May 2020 with NarrativeSee attached narrative
A1, NCOA, N1 Included; DEM Not Applicable
N1 Included
Not Applicable
Wirth ADU (NCOA Form Narrative)
709 South Tracy Avenue, Bozeman, Montana
NCOA Application Checklist (Accessory Dwelling Unit)
Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District Certificate of Appropriateness Checklist Narrative:
1. Complete and signed development review application form A1.
Response: A1 Form included, complete and signed.
2. Hard copy formatting submittal, when required by the City: One set of 11”x17” that includes one copy of every
item below bound or folded into 8.5”x11” or 8.5”x14”. Fold 11”x17” or 12”x18” plans in half, then fold the right half
back on itself at a 45 degree angle in order to accommodate a two hole punch at the top. Plans must be
accessible to be unfolded when bound in a two hole file. Sets must be bound and two hole punched at the top of
page. Three ring binders with hole punch are not accepted.
Response: Digital submittal provided, hard copies available upon request.
3. Digital version of all materials as a JPEG or PDF. No individual files will be accepted that are larger than 5 MB.
Filed that are larger must be broken down into smaller files.
Response: Digital material submitted as PDF, no larger than 5 MB.
4. Digital copies must be separated into three categories: Documents, Plans and Appendices.
Response: Digital copies separated into three categories.
5. Naming protocol. Each individual document or plan sheet must have a proper name and date. For example a
document might be labeled “CONR application 05-01-2017” or “Site Plan 05-01-2017.” Plan sheets are required
to be listed individually. For example a plan sheet might be labeled “A300 Floor Plan Level 1 and 2 05-01-2017”
or “PM Photometric Plan 05-01-17.”
Response: Digital files named per protocol.
6. If demolition is proposed, provide a complete submittal with check list items in form DEM.
Response: No demolition is proposed.
7. Date of construction if known.
Response: Approx. 1940
8. Property record form, both original and updated found through the following link:
http://www.bozeman.net/government/historic-preservation .
Response: Included as attachment to this narrative.
9. Project narrative providing a thorough description of what is being proposed including a list of all
alterations/changes proposed on the property.
Response: New construction of detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) compatible with principal dwelling.
Modification of side elevation of covered storage of principal dwelling for utility access, modifications not visible
from street view. New 6-0” fence at rear property line. Dedicated on-site parking space for ADU. Related site
improvement and landscaping to be provided by Owner.
10. Historical information, such as pictures, plans, authenticated verbal records and similar research documentation
that may be relevant to the proposed changes to the property.
Response: Original residence for Dr. and Mrs. A.A. Evers, designed by H.C. Cheever. Original drawings are
included in the Montana Architectural Drawings Special Collections and Archives at the Montana State
University Library. See link below:
http://arc.lib.montana.edu/architect/item.php?id=768
11. One current picture of each elevation of each structure planned to be altered that will clearly express the nature
and extent of the changes planned. Except where otherwise recommended, no more than eight pictures should
be submitted. All pictures shall be printed on or attached to 8 ½ x 11 paper with property address, elevation
direction (N,S,E,W) and relevant information on the proposed changes.
Response: Minor modification of removal of past non-compatible covered storage on side elevation on
principal dwelling to accommodate new utilities. Modification not visible from street view, removed covered
storage will expose past exterior finishes compatible with existing principal dwelling. See Item 16, below, for
image of minor modification to existing principal dwelling.
12. Include a separate site plan displaying existing conditions such as lot boundaries, dimensions, setbacks, existing
easements, access points, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, buildings, natural features, and topography.
Response: Provided in plan set application.
13. Site Plan depending on project complexity with north arrow showing property dimensions, location of buildings,
parking, driveways, fencing, landscaping, yard/setback locations, locations of utilities, access, pedestrian
facilities, and location of changes proposed.
Response: Provided in plan set application.
14. Front, rear and side elevations of all buildings, structures, fences and walls with height dimensions. And roof
pitches if new construction or changes to elevations are proposed.
Response: Provided in plan set application.
15. Building elevations shall include proposed exterior building materials, windows and doors including a color and
building material palette for all proposed features keyed to the building elevation.
Response: Provided in plan set application.
16. One exhibit or illustration shall include all the internal and external elements of a structure to be removed or
altered by the project. All elements to be removed or altered, and to what extent, shall be clearly identified and
shall include those elements to be removed and reinstalled.
Response: Provided in plan set application. See image below of existing covered storage on principal dwelling
to be removed. Removal will expose original siding and building exterior wall, roof fascia and trim to be replaced
as required and compatible with principal dwelling.
17. For a new infill dwelling structure, provide additional information to demonstrate how the new structure fits within
the context of the existing neighborhood. This shall include: a streetscape study that shows the proposed
structure within the context of the block face, a discussion of how the proposed architectural style and proposed
building materials relate to the project context and existing built environment, and how the project complies with
the applicable NCOD guidelines.
Response: Streetscape study not applicable as proposed ADU will not be visible from steet/block face.
Proposed ADU is a secondary mass to the principal dwelling. Architectural style and materials are consistent
with minimal/traditional style of principal dwelling. Alley setback is consistent with alley frontage of
neighborhood. Proposed ADU is a secondary to the principal dwelling and compatible in massing and detailing.
Proposed ADU contributes to infill development, lessening urban sprawl to maintain open space, capitalizes on
existing infrastructure and provides to our community housing stock.
18. For any non-conforming structure, an analysis to determine whether the threshold for loss of protected non-
conforming status per Section 38.280.040.B BMC has been met or surpassed.
Response: Not applicable.
19. Cut-sheets or brochure pages for proposed windows, doors, exterior lighting or other detailed alterations if
building elevations are not detailed enough to depict features accurately.
Existing exterior covered
storage to be removed
as required
Response: Detailed elevations for above information included in application plan set.
20. Floor plans showing floor layout including square footage and proposed use for each room and area withing the
building clearly showing areas to be changed or added to. Suggested scale of ¼ to 1 foot.
Response: Floor plans included in application plan set.
21. Parking plan and calculation for all uses, if proposed changes to the property require review of parking
requirements.
Response: Parking calculation included in application plan set. Dedicated parking on-site parking provided for
ADU.
22. A schedule for the proposed changes to the property if to be phased or if applicable.
Response: Proposed construction to commence upon approval/building permit.
Please feel free to contact if any further information is needed.
Thanks for your review and approval.