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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-10-26 - Historic Preservation Advisory Board - Agendas & Packet MaterialsA. Call to Order - 6:00 pm B. Disclosures C. Changes to the Agenda D. Approval of Minutes D.1 Approval of Minutes(Ruffalo) E. Public Comments on Non-agenda Items Falling within the Purview and Jurisdiction of the Board THE BOZEMAN HISTORIC PRESERVATION ADVISORY BOARD OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA HPAB AGENDA Wednesday, July 15, 2026 General information about the Historic Preservation Advisory Board is available in our Laserfiche repository. If you are interested in commenting in writing on items on the agenda please send an email to comments@bozeman.net or by visiting the Public Comment Page prior to 12:00pm on the day of the meeting. At the direction of the City Commission, anonymous public comments are not distributed to the Board or staff. Public comments will also be accepted in-person and through Video Conference during the appropriate agenda items. As always, the meeting will be streamed through the Commission's video page and available in the City on cable channel 190. For more information please contact Sarah Rosenberg, srosenberg@bozeman.net This meeting will be held both in-person and also using an online video conferencing system. You can join this meeting: Via Video Conference: Click the Register link, enter the required information, and click submit. Click Join Now to enter the meeting. Via Phone: This is for listening only if you cannot watch the stream, channel 190, or attend in- person United States Toll +1 669 900 9128 Access code: 973 0055 8356 This is the time to comment on any non-agenda matter falling within the scope of the Historic Preservation Advisory Board. There will also be time in conjunction with each agenda item for public comment relating to that item but you may only speak once per topic. Please note, the Board cannot take action on any item which does not appear on the agenda. All persons addressing the Board shall speak in a civil and courteous manner and members of the audience 1 F. Action Items F.1 Public Engagement Summary and Preview of Layout for Updated Design Standards for the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCOD)(The Lakota Group) F.2 Work Session to Continue Discussion of Demolition Regulations (Harbage) G. FYI/Discussions H. Adjournment shall be respectful of others. Please state your name, and state whether you are a resident of the city or a property owner within the city in an audible tone of voice for the record and limit your comments to three minutes. General public comments to the Board can be found on their Laserfiche repository page. Receive information and provide direction to the project team. This board generally meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:00 to 8:00pm City Board meetings are open to all members of the public. If you have a disability that requires assistance, please contact our ADA Coordinator, David Arnado, at 406.582.3232. 2 Memorandum REPORT TO:Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board FROM:Trenton Ruffalo SUBJECT:Approval of Minutes MEETING DATE:July 15, 2026 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Minutes RECOMMENDATION:Approve STRATEGIC PLAN:1.1 Outreach: Continue to strengthen and innovate in how we deliver information to the community and our partners. BACKGROUND:None UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:Approve with Corrections FISCAL EFFECTS:None Attachments: 061726 HPAB Minutes.pdf Report compiled on: June 22, 2026 3 Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes, 06.17.26 Page 1 of 3 THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA MINUTES 06.17.26 General information about the Historic Preservation Advisory Board is available in our Laserfiche repository. A) 00:05:20 Call to Order - 6:00 pm Present: Danielle Nicholas, Allyson Brekke, James Webster, Mitchell Korus, Ashley Wilson, Michael Wiseman, Chelsea Holling Absent: None Excused: None B) 00:06:10 Disclosures C) 00:06:15 Changes to the Agenda 00:06:21 Community Development Assistant Director Rebecca Harbage discusses moving up the FYI portion the meeting above action items D) 00:06:53 Approval of Minutes D.1 00:06:53 Approval of Minutes 052026 HPAB Minutes.pdf 00:07:03 Motion to approve Approve Michael Wiseman: Motion James Webster: 2nd 00:07:19 Vote on the Motion to approve Approve The Motion carried 7 - 0. Approve: Danielle Nicholas 4 Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes, 06.17.26 Page 2 of 3 Allyson B Brekke James Webster Mitchell Korus Ashley Wilson Michael Wiseman Chelsea Holling Disapprove: None G) 00:07:31 FYI/Discussions 00:07:38 Community Development Director Erin George recognizes Chair Chelsea Holling's last meeting 00:08:10 HPAB Planner position opening is being posted soon 00:08:42 NCOD Design guidelines project update. Survey open until end of June 00:09:41 Next meeting with Neighborhood Focus Group scheduled July 9th 12:00pm-1:00pm E) 00:11:14 Public Comments on Non-agenda Items Falling within the Purview and Jurisdiction of the Board F) 00:12:20 Action Items F.1 00:12:23 Work Session to Continue Discussion of Landmark Program Eligibility Criteria and Demolition Regulations Draft Landmark Purpose & Criteria.pdf Current Chapter 38 Demolition Regulations.pdf 00:12:51 Consultant Adrienne Burk presents to the Board 00:56:58 Planning Manager Brian Krueger presents to the Board 01:55:04 Daniel Carty provides public comment 01:55:22 Rick Carren provides public comment 01:58:02 Natsuki Nakamura provides public comment 02:00:13 Continued Board discussion 02:17:14 Board Makes a Subcommittee regarding Demolition: Michael Wiseman Allyson Brekke Ashley Wilson 02:20:40 Board Discussion on Landmark Program 5 Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meeting Minutes, 06.17.26 Page 3 of 3 02:21:05 Member Webster leaves the meeting H) 02:56:00 Adjournment This board generally meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:00 to 8:00pm 6 Memorandum REPORT TO:Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board FROM:Rebecca Harbage, Deputy Director of Community Development Erin George, Director of Community Development SUBJECT:Public Engagement Summary and Preview of Layout for Updated Design Standards for the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCOD) MEETING DATE:July 15, 2026 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION:Receive information and provide direction to the project team. STRATEGIC PLAN:1.2 Community Engagement: Broaden and deepen engagement of the community in city government, innovating methods for inviting input from the community and stakeholders. BACKGROUND:The Bozeman Guidelines for Historic Preservation and the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCOD) were originally adopted in 2006 and had a minor update in 2015. Late last year, the City began a comprehensive update of the design guidelines document to reflect current best practices in historic preservation, respond to community goals and values, and support the ongoing Local Landmark Project. Thus far, the first phase of the project has focused on research, data collection, and gathering community input through various engagement opportunities including public comment, an open house, neighborhood walking tours, listening sessions, a neighborhood focus group, and an online survey. In this work session, the Historic Preservation Advisory Board (HPAB) will receive an update from the project team. The presentation will include a summary of findings from public engagement efforts and how that input is shaping the direction of this project. The Lakota Group is drafting an engagement memorandum that will provide a full compilation of feedback to-date. That document will be shared with HPAB and the public later this month, but survey data and a summary of open-ended responses are available for review now in the Documents on the Engage Bozeman project page. We will also share and discuss a few preliminary draft documents and seek feedback from HPAB on the layout and general approach before continuing to develop and refine the new design standards. Several documents are included in the packet for this agenda item, including: 7 1. Bozeman NCOD Design Standards SUMMARY – This document provides an overview of the proposed contents of the updated design standards and a brief description of what each section is intended to include. It also describes potential tiers that would guide how the standards are applied to different areas within the NCOD. We will discuss this approach in more detail at the meeting. We are interested in hearing feedback on the tiered approach. 2. Bozeman NCOD Design Standards OUTLINE – This is the full proposed outline of the design standards document. The intent of sharing this draft is to provide HPAB with an idea of the breadth of information that may be included in each section. 3. Bozeman NCOD Design Standards RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS – This is one small example of how the standards may be laid out in the document. We are providing this example to give HPAB a sense of the level of detail that is currently proposed. The matrix would accompany text and provide an at-a-glance overview of which items are required and which are recommendations in each tier. We are interested in feedback on this approach. The project team received preliminary feedback on these items from the Neighborhood Focus Group formed for this project at their meeting on July 9, 2026. Alongside all community engagement to date, the HPAB discussion and public comment received in this work session will help refine draft documents and guide next steps. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:None FISCAL EFFECTS:Funding for this project was included in the FY27-28 biennial budget. Attachments: Bozeman NCOD Design Standards SUMMARY 2026-07-02.pdf Bozeman NCOD Design Standards OUTLINE 2026-06-30.pdf Bozeman NCOD Design Standards RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS 2026-06-30.pdf July 2026 - HPAB Presentation - Engagement Summary.pdf Report compiled on: July 9, 2026 8 Bozeman NCOD Design Standards Document Summary, July 2, 2026 The Bozeman NCOD Design Standards will include 11 sections that cover subjects from building material preservation to new construction. The intent of the Standards is to provide guidance and regulations for property owners looking to make changes to their properties. It will also assist City staff when reviewing Certificates of Appropriateness. Section 1: Introduction – This section will provide an overview and history of the NCOD, the approach for historic and non-historic buildings, preservation principles, and contemporary design principles of the Standards and how to use the document. It will also provide an overview of the design review process. Section 2: NCOD Review Tiers – This section is devoted entirely to defining the four different review tiers with the Standards document. It will also explain how the Standards include both advisory and regulatory guidelines. • Preservation Tier: Properties located within a National Register Historic District, individually listed on the National Register, located within a designated Local Landmark District, or individually designated as a Local Landmark. • Preservation Eligible Tier: Properties located within Preservation Eligible Areas that are potentially eligible for listing on the National Register or designation as Local Landmarks or Districts. • Character Tier: Properties located within the defined Character Areas that are not individually listed on the National Register, designated as Local Landmarks or contributors to a Local Landmark District, or located within a Preservation Eligible Area. • Context Tier: All other properties within the NCOD that are not individually listed on the National Register, designated as Local Landmarks, contributors to a Local Landmark District, located within a designated Preservation Eligible Area or within a defined Character Area. 9 Section 3: Building Materials Standards – This section looks at the traditional materials used in the construction of Bozeman buildings and provides guidelines on how to properly clean, maintain, repair, and preserve them, including wood, stucco, brick, stone, concrete, metal, and glass. Information in this section is relevant throughout the document. Section 4: Single-Unit Dwelling Architecture Standards – This section focuses on the various architectural features found in single-unit residential houses and provides guidance on their preservation and rehabilitation. These features include foundations, exterior siding, porches, doors, windows, roofs, garages, ADUs, and others. Section 5: Multi-Unit and Mixed-Use Architecture Standards – This section focuses on the preservation and rehabilitation of existing multi-unit and mixed-use buildings, including entrances, facades, roof forms, parking, lighting, and others. Section 6: Commercial and Institutional Architecture Standards – This section focuses on the preservation and rehabilitation of existing commercial and institutional buildings, including building facades, storefronts, canopies and awnings, roofs, and signage. Section 7: Industrial Architecture Standards – This section focuses on Bozeman’s industrial architecture and the preservation and rehabilitation of facades, siding, architectural details, and roofs. Section 8: Weatherization, Energy Efficiency, And Disaster Preparedness – This section provides information on weatherization and other methods of improving energy efficiency such as insulation, green and cool roofs, solar panels, and others. It also looks at ways to prepare for weather-related disasters. Section 9: Additions and New Construction – This section will provide guidelines and standards for constructing an addition to an existing building as well as constructing a new building on a vacant lot. Section 10: Demolition and Relocation – This section references the City Code regarding the demolition or relocation of both historic and non-historic buildings. Section 11: Site Features and Streetscapes – This section provides guidance on the preservation of landscapes, sidewalks, off-street parking, streetscape features, fences and walls, lighting, and others. 10 PROJECT EXAMPLE: The owner is looking to rehabilitate a 1.5-story wood frame house. A project looking to repair exterior wood siding would refer to the Wood Standards in Section 3: Building Material Standards. Information on replacing the roof, repairing or replacing windows, and rebuilding a missing porch is found by referencing Section 4: Single-Unit Dwelling Architecture Standards. PROJECT EXAMPLE: The owner is looking to rehabilitate their brick commercial building and construct an addition. Information on the preservation and rehabilitation of a wood storefront and brick façade with stone architectural detailing can be found by referencing Section 3: Building Material Standards. Guidance on rehabilitating an existing wood storefront is found in Section 6: Commercial and Institutional Architecture Standards. Guidance on constructing an addition to a commercial building, including placement, materials, and design is found by referencing Section 9: Additions and New Construction. 11 Bozeman NCOD Design Standards DRAFT Outline, June 30, 2026 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION 1) About the NCOD a. NCOD Map b. Overview and History c. Bozeman Landmark Program d. Benefits of Historic Preservation 2) NCOD Design Standards Approach and Principles a. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards b. Preservation Approaches • Maintenance • Preservation • Rehabilitation • Restoration • Reconstruction c. Design Review Approach for Non-Designated Properties d. Preservation Principles and Best Practices e. Using the NCOD Design Standards 3) Design Review Process a. Application Flow Chart 12 b. COA Application Process c. Administrative Review 4) Principles for Contemporary Design • New buildings should be of their time. • Contemporary architecture is encouraged. • Direct imitation of historic styles is not required. • Compatibility does not require replication. • High-quality materials and craftsmanship are encouraged. • Buildings should respond to the surrounding context through scale, rhythm, and site design. SECTION 2 – NCOD REVIEW TIERS 1) Tiers Map 2) Review Tiers Defined a. Preservation Tier / Characteristic Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier / Characteristic Features c. Character Tier / Characteristic Features d. Context Tier / Characteristic Features e. Map of Review Tiers 3) Regulatory vs Advisory (Non-regulatory) SECTION 3 – BUILDING MATERIALS STANDARDS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features 13 c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 1) Introduction 2) Property Maintenance and Inspection Guidance 3) Substitute Materials, Longevity, and Lifecycle Comparisons 4) Wood a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs c. Old Growth vs New Growth Wood d. Wood Standards Matrix e. Wood Substitute Materials (engineered wood, fiber cement siding, composite siding and trim, cellular PVC trim) 5) Masonry a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs c. Brick d. Brick Standards Matrix e. Limestone f. Limestone Standards Matrix g. Concrete h. Concrete Standards Matrix i. Masonry Substitute Materials (salvaged brick, replacement brick, cast stone, thin brick veneer, manufactured stone, CMU, GFRC) 6) Stucco a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs c. Stucco Standards Matrix d. Stucco Substitute Materials (lime stucco, cement stucco, acrylic stucco,) 7) Metal a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs 14 c. Metal Standards Matrix d. Metal Substitute Materials (painted steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, terne-coated steel, copper, composite metal panels) 8) Glass a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs c. Glass Standards Matrix 9) Paint and Paint Colors a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs c. Paint and Paint Colors Standards Matrix d. Paint Color Recommendations SECTION 4 – SINGLE-UNIT DWELLING ARCHITECTURE STANDARDS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 1) Foundations 1. Foundation Standards Matrix 2) Walls, Exterior Siding, Cladding, and Architectural Details a. Introduction b. Wood Cladding, Trim, and Details c. Masonry Walls and Details d. Stucco Cladding and Details e. Metal Cladding and Details 15 f. Walls, Exterior Siding, Cladding, and Details Standards Matrix g. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs: Cleaning and Repair Methods 3) Porches and Steps a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs: Cleaning and Repair Methods c. Porches and Steps Standards Matrix 4) Doors a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs: Cleaning and Repair Methods c. Door Standards Matrix 5) Windows a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs: Cleaning and Repair Methods c. Window Standards Matrix 6) Roofs and Related Features a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs: Cleaning and Repair Methods c. Roofing Standards Matrix d. Roofing Substitute Materials 7) Garages, ADUs, Coach Houses, and Accessory Structures a. Introduction b. Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs: Cleaning and Repair Methods c. Garage, Coach House, and Accessory Structure Standards Matrix 8) Staircases, Fire Escapes, and Accessibility Ramps a. Introduction b. Staircase, Fire Escape, and Accessibility Ramp Standards Matrix 16 SECTION 5 – MULTI-UNIT AND MIXED-USE ARCHITECTURE STANDARDS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 1. Introduction 2. Existing Conditions Overview 3. Building Siting and Orientation 4. Building Massing and Articulation 5. Primary Entrances 6. Ground Floor Design 7. Facade Composition 8. Roof Forms 9. Materials 10. Balconies and Outdoor Spaces 11. Parking and Garages 12. Lighting 13. Mechanical Equipment 14. Standards Matrix SECTION 6 – COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL ARCHITECTURE STANDARDS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary 17 Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 1) Introduction 2) Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs 3) Commercial and Institutional Facades a. Introduction b. Commercial and Institutional Facade Standards Matrix 4) Commercial Storefronts a. Introduction b. Commercial and Institutional Facade Standards Matrix 5) Upper Story Facades a. Introduction b. Upper Story Facade Standards Matrix 6) Canopies and Awnings a. Introduction b. Canopy and Awning Standards Matrix 7) Roof and Cornice Features a. Introduction b. Roof and Cornice Features Standards Matrix 8) Signage a. Introduction b. Signage Types • Historic Signs • Ghost Signs • Awning Signs • Murals • Wall-Mounted Signs 18 • Projecting Signs • Free-Standing Signs • Window Signs • Monument Signs c. Sign Standards Matrix 9) Lighting a. Introduction b. Lighting Standards Matrix SECTION 7 – INDUSTRIAL ARCHITECTURE STANDARDS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 1) Introduction 2) Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs 3) Industrial Facades a. Introduction b. Industrial Facade Standards Matrix 4) Walls, Exterior Siding, Cladding, and Architectural Details h. Introduction i. Wood Cladding, Trim, and Details j. Masonry Walls and Details k. Metal Cladding and Details 19 l. Walls, Exterior Siding, Cladding, and Details Standards Matrix 5) Roof Features c. Introduction d. Roof Feature Standards Matrix SECTION 8 – WEATHERIZATION, ENERGY EFFICIENCY, AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 2) Introduction 3) Weatherization 4) Insulation a. Introduction b. Insulation Standards Matrix 5) Green and Cool Roofs a. Introduction b. Green and Cool Roof Standards Matrix 6) Solar Panels a. Introduction b. Solar Panel Standards Matrix 20 7) Solar Water Heaters a. Introduction b. Solar Water Heater Standards Matrix 8) Disaster Preparedness a. Introduction b. Disaster Preparedness Standards Matrix c. Wind Measures d. Wind Measures Standards Matrix SECTION 9 – ADDITIONS AND NEW CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 1) Introduction 2) Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation 3) Principles for Additions and New Construction 4) Addition Standards Matrix 5) New Construction Standards Matrix SECTION 10 – DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION STANDARDS 21 Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Tier Character-Defining Features 1) Introduction 2) Demolition or Relocation of a Historic Building or Site 3) Demolition or Relocation of a Non-Historic Building or Site 4) Demolition or Relocation Standards Matrix SECTION 11 – SITE FEATURE AND STREETSCAPE STANDARDS Existing Conditions Overview a. Existing Conditions Photos b. Existing Conditions Summary Character-Defining Features by Tier a. Preservation Tier Character-Defining Features b. Preservation Eligible Tier Character-Defining Features c. Character Tier Character-Defining Features d. Context Character-Defining Features 1) Introduction 22 2) Educational Resource: Relevant National Park Service Preservation Briefs 3) Landscape Features a. Introduction b. Landscape Features Standards Matrix 4) Historic Markers a. Introduction b. Historic Marker Standards Matrix 5) Sidewalks and Walkways a. Introduction b. Sidewalk and Walkway Standards Matrix 6) Parking, Driveways, and Curb Cuts a. Introduction b. Parking, Driveway, and Curb Cut Standards Matrix 7) Streetscape Features a. Introduction b. Streetscape Features Standards Matrix 8) Fences and Walls a. Introduction b. Fence and Wall Standards Matrix 9) Lighting a. Introduction b. Lighting Standards Matrix 10) Mechanical Features, Collectors, and Structures 1. Mechanical Features, Collector, and Structure Standards Matrix 23 APPENDICES A: Bibliography B: Glossary of Terms C: Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties D: Bozeman’s Heritage Story E: Architectural Styles & Vernacular Forms within the NCOD F: Bozeman National Register Historic Districts and Individual Properties G: Bozeman Preservation Eligible Areas H: Bozeman Non-Designated or Eligible NCOD Areas I: Historic Preservation Incentives J: National Park Service Preservation Briefs K: Additional Resources L: City of Bozeman Municipal Code, Division 38.340: Overlay District Standards 24 Bozeman NCOD Residential Window Standards Framework DRAFT 06-25-30 Design Standards Organization Throughout the document, the Design Standards are organized into educational or advisory guidelines as well as regulatory standards. Guidelines: Advisory Standards: Regulatory Retention & Preservation Standard Preservation Tier Preservation Eligible Tier Character Tier Context Tier Conduct annual inspections of windows to identify areas of weathering, damage, rot, rust, or peeling paint. Maintain historic windows and window features that are in good condition. Preserve the position, number, arrangement, and proportions of window openings on primary facades. Do not cover or infill original window openings on primary facades. Preserve the historic ratio of solid-to-void (wall-to-window relationship) on primary facades. Retain historic window components and decorative features, including surrounds, trim, and detailing. Preserve significant historic window materials and profiles where they contribute to the character of the building. 25 Maintain and preserve historic shutters that are in good condition when they are characteristic of the architectural style or period of the building. Repair & Rehabilitation Standard Preservation Tier Preservation Eligible Tier Character Tier Context Tier Repair rather than replace historic windows whenever feasible. Reconstruct missing historic window features based on photographic, physical, or documentary evidence when possible. When documentary evidence is not available, reconstruct missing features in keeping with the architectural style or period of the building. Retain and repair all original or historic window components including the sash, frame, glazing, glazing putty, muntins, trim, sills, lintels, window hoods, and weatherstripping. Replace cracked or missing window panes (glazing) with matching or clear glass as needed. Do not use tinted, reflective, or opaque glass unless it is original to the window. Do not replace historic decorative glass, such as lead, colored, stained, or beveled glass. Repair significantly damaged or deteriorated areas of wood windows using the Dutchman method by cutting out the deteriorated wood 26 and inserting new wood matching the original material, size, shape, profile, and texture. For more extensive repairs, consider removing the window sash from its opening to provide easier access. Do not paint windows shut. Use a utility knife or window scissors to cut through the paint seal when reopening a window that is painted shut. Do not cover exterior window openings. Use exterior or interior storm windows to improve energy efficiency before considering full replacement of historic windows. Replacement Windows Standard Preservation Tier Preservation Eligible Tier Character Tier Context Tier If window replacement is necessary due to significant deterioration, replace windows in-kind where feasible. For the replacement of historic windows, match the original muntin pattern using true-divided lights or simulated divided lights affixed to the interior and exterior. Use documentary or physical evidence when replacing a missing or non-historic window to match the materials, size, profile, muntin pattern, and appearance of the original or historic window. 27 Where in-kind replacement is not feasible, use substitute materials that closely match the appearance, dimensions, and profile of the original window, such as aluminum- clad wood, composite, and fiberglass. Match replacement windows to the original openings, window configuration and overall design and appearance. Match, as closely as possible, the profile and dimensions of sash components and window trim to the original. Avoid replacement windows with inappropriate proportions, overly thick framing members, or false historic detailing. Do not add new window openings on primary facades visible from the street. 28 BOZEMAN HISTORIC PRESERVATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING July 2026 Douglas E. Gilbert, Architect, Inc. 29 TODAY’S MEETING • Overview of the Process • Engagement & Engagement Results • Overview of Design Standards • Tiers Approach • Design Standards Document Outline • Residential Windows (example) 30 Douglas Kaarre, AICP SENIOR ASSOCIATE PRESERVATION PLANNING Siraj Asfahani SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT DESIGN + ENGAGEMENT LEAD THE LAKOTA GROUP Lauren King ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGN + COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Lexi Paus ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC + URBAN DESIGN Douglas Gilbert PRINCIPAL PRESERVATION PLANNING + DESIGN DOUGLAS E. GILBERT CHICAGO, IL OUR TEAM: Key Staff & Roles OAK PARK, IL 31 »Update existing design guidelines to reflect contemporary preservation standards and Bozeman’s evolving community character. »Coordinate and align design guidelines update with establishment of Bozeman Landmark Program and updated UDC. »Incorporate public feedback and community input throughout process, including neighborhood organizations. »Improve usability, organization, and visual clarity of the design guidelines. »Balance compliance with SOIS while addressing local conditions and priorities. BOZEMAN PROJECT GOALS 32 WHERE ARE WE NOW? RESEARCH & ENGAGE Phase 2 focuses on drafting the Design Guidelines Update with a focus on standards and guidelines for rehabilitation and maintenance, as well as background on architectural styles, property types, building forms, materials, and significant architectural elements. Phase 1 initiates an in-depth research and engagement process aimed at assessing key preservation, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and new development and infill issues. 1 2 CONTINUOUS ENGAGEMENT + COMMUNICATIONNov. 2025 - Jun e 2 0 2 6 July - Dec. 2026POST PLAN CHECK-INHERE!OUR APPROACH: Two Phase Process HOW DO WE TAKE ACTION? START DESIGN & IMPLEMENT 33 ENGAGEMENT: To Date STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEWS NFG MEETING LISTENING SESSIONS COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE NEIGHBORHOOD TOURS ONLINE SURVEY 34 ENGAGEMENT: To Date 30+50+277 VirtuallyIn-PersonTargeted This includes stakeholder interviews and focus group listening sessions This includes attendance at the community open house This includes online survey participants, 56% of whom live in the NCOD 35 ENGAGEMENT: Results STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEWS 1. Context matters in the NCOD. 2. Scale, massing, and urban form drive compatibility. 3. Contemporary design can be compatible with historic context. 4. Different areas require different design approaches. 5. Clear and predictable design standards are needed. 36 ENGAGEMENT: Results STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEWS 6. Regulatory requirements should be distinguished from advisory guidance. 7. Material quality matters, sometimes more than the type. 8. Larger buildings require greater design attention. 9. Neighborhood character extends beyond buildings. 10. The review process should be efficient, proportional, and predictable. 37 The open house and the survey explored community perspectives on neighborhood character, historic preservation, design standards, and future growth within the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (NCOD). Survey Included: »30+ survey questions »Visual preference exercises »Open-ended comments »Residents, property owners, businesses, and stakeholders Open House & Survey Responses 38 Six Key Takeaways 1. Clarify what is required versus encouraged 3. Protect neighborhood character through compatible design. 5. Make the document easier to navigate. 2. Strengthen consistency and enforceability of the standards. 4. Provide stronger guidance on massing, scale, height, and transitions. 6. Balance historic preservation with appropriate flexibility for contemporary development.39 What defines Neighborhood Character? NEIGHBORHOOD CHARACTER Human Scale Setbacks Walkability Historic Character Building Scale Streetscape Design Landscaping "Mature tree canopy; diversity of housing types; places people enjoy walking." “The pattern of development and urban planning [is] character- defining” 40 Support for Stricter Requirements in Historic Districts 41 How well do Bozeman Design Guidelines Protect Historic Character? 42 Do you Support a Tiered Approach? 43 Character Defining Materials in the NCOD 44 Material Related Challenges in the NCOD 45 To What Extent Do Current Large Multi-family Buildings Fit in the NCOD? 46 Can material quality improve the compatibility of larger buildings within historic settings? 69%Better! What if the Same Buildings were Redesigned with Higher Quality Materials? 47 Can material quality improve the compatibility of larger buildings within historic settings? 69%Better! What if the Same Buildings were Redesigned with Higher Quality Materials? 48 Contemporary architecture High-quality materials Creative design Architectural diversity Innovation Oversized buildings Out-of-scale development Blank facades Poor transitions between neighborhoods Context-insensitive development The community supports contemporary design. “We shouldn’t regulate design... the mix of old and new, contemporary and traditional, is what makes our neighborhoods great.” What are Some Initial Thoughts on Contemporary Design? 49 Better Standards More Standards NOT NECESSARILY CLARITY PREDICTABILITY FLEXIBILITY “The biggest thing is distinguishing between that which is suggested and that which is required.” “General guidance that allows for objectivity and creativity.” What About Clarity? 50 »Community opinions are divided on the level of review. Many support stronger preservation standards within the NCOD, while others favor greater flexibility outside historic districts. »Demolition was a recurring concern, with many questioning whether existing regulations do enough to prevent the loss of historic buildings. »Foundation deterioration and repair emerged as a common challenge for owners of older buildings. »There is general support for high-quality substitute materials that closely replicate historic materials, though vinyl is widely opposed. »Many respondents expressed interest in greater flexibility for constructing accessory dwelling units (ADUs). What Other Thoughts Did We Hear? 51 Tiers Approach 52 Tiers Approach Preservation Character ContextPreservation ELIGIBLE »National Register Historic Districts, National Register properties, Local Landmarks, and Local Landmark Districts. »Preserve formally recognized historic resources. »Retain historic materials, architectural features, craftsmanship, and character-defining elements. »Properties within Preservation Eligible Areas »Preserve historic character, architectural patterns, and neighborhood identity. »Retain character-defining features and historic development patterns. »Properties within defined Character Areas. »Preserve and reinforce distinctive neighborhood character. »Retain incremental development patterns, eclectic building stock, accessory structures, and landscape character. »All remaining properties within the NCOD. »Reinforce the overall character of the NCOD. »Allow contemporary design, materials, and construction. Preserve historic integrity and authenticity whenever feasible. Allow greater flexibility in materials and methods than the Preservation Tier. Allow flexibility for continued evolution and adaptation. Focus on scale, massing, proportions, and compatibility 53 Bozeman Tiers BOZEMAN, MT © 2016 THE LAKOTA GROUP Buttonwood Avenue5th Avenue6th Avenue Lamme Street Oak Street Fro n t S t r e e t Griffin Drive Plum Avenue Koch Street Cleveland Street Church AvenueLindley Place Tracy Avenue Grant Street Broadway Avenue4th Avenue3rd AvenueGrand AvenueMontana AvenueBozeman AvenueStory Street Dell PlaceHayes Street 8th AvenueBlack AvenueShort Street Peach Street Alderson Street Cottonwood Street Arthur Street Aspen Street Beall Street Villard Street Dickerson Street Curtiss Street Cleveland Street Harrison Street College Street Fridley Street Babcock Street Tamarack Street Davis Street Bond Street Ida AvenueWillson AvenueOlive Street 12th Avenue10th Avenue9th AvenueRouse Avenue Lincoln Street Garfield Street Main Street Wallace AvenueBirch Street9th AvenueMANDEVILLE LN Juniper Street Mendenhall Street WHEAT DR Mason Street BAXTER L N Bogert Place Pea r S t r e e t Bryant Street Ced a r S t r e e t Ice Pond Road Kagy Boulevard Perkins Place INTERSTAT E 9 0 H W Y LEGEND Preservation Tier Preservation Eligible Tier Character Tier Bozeman Boundary NCOD Boundary Context Tier Tiers Approach Preservation Character Context Preservation ELIGIBLE 54 Regulatory vs Advisory Regulatory Advisory Preservation Character ContextPreservation ELIGIBLE EXAMPLE - RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS Maintain and preserve historic shutters that are in good condition when they are characteristic of the architectural style or period of the building. REGULATORY REGULATORY ADVISORY ADVISORY 55 Summary 56 SECTION 1: Introduction SECTION 2: NCOD Review Tiers SECTION 3: Building Materials Standards SECTION 4: Single-Unit Architecture Standards SECTION 5: Multi-Unit and Mixed-Use Architecture Standards SECTION 6: Commercial and Institutional Architecture Standards SECTION 7: Industrial Architecture Standards SECTION 8: Weatherization, Energy Efficiency, and Disaster Preparedness SECTION 9: Additions and New Construction SECTION 10: Demolition and Relocation SECTION 11: Site Features and Streetscapes Design Standards Outline 57 Douglas E. Gilbert, Architect, Inc.58 Memorandum REPORT TO:Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board FROM:Rebecca Harbage, Deputy Director of Community Development Erin George, Director of Community Development SUBJECT:Work Session to Continue Discussion of Demolition Regulations MEETING DATE:July 15, 2026 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION:Discuss demolition topics, receive public comment, and provide direction. STRATEGIC PLAN:4.2 High Quality Urban Approach: Continue to support high-quality planning, ranging from building design to neighborhood layouts, while pursuing urban approaches to issues such as multimodal transportation, infill, density, connected trails and parks, and walkable neighborhoods. BACKGROUND:Demolition regulations, which apply within the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District, are part of Bozeman's current Historic Preservation Program and are located in Bozeman Municipal Code Sec. 38.240.020.H through L . Such regulations must balance constitutionally-protected property rights with the need to ensure historic buildings are safe and preserved when possible. The Local Landmark Project Phase I Report, which was reviewed and discussed by HPAB before being adopted by City Commission in May 2025, included a recommendation to update the existing demolition regulations. At their June 17 meeting, HPAB received a presentation from the project team covering the purpose and limitations of demolition policy, as well as updated data related to the number and type of demolitions within the NCOD in recent years. During this work session, HPAB will continue their discussion about what's working and what could be improved in the City's existing regulations. Topics that may be discussed include what documentation should be included with demolition applications, such as updated historic inventory forms and a demonstration of the remaining economic life of the property, ways to incentivize reuse and rehabilitation and disincentivize "demolition by neglect," the City's existing option to impose a two-year stay on demolition of historic structures, deconstruction ordinances, and the role of HPAB, among other considerations. To prepare, HPAB members and attendees are encouraged to read the existing demolition regulations, linked above, and review the recording of the June 17 HPAB discussion prior to the meeting. 59 Feedback from the work session and public comment will be incorporated into draft text that will be reviewed by HPAB later this summer. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:As provided by the Board FISCAL EFFECTS:Funding for this project was included in the FY27-28 biennial budget. Report compiled on: July 9, 2026 60