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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/16/2023 06.K. Resolution authorizing the removal of 9 S 10th Ave from the local historic register Y�'1114'+ �0� —iCt • 1.:4 BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDA STATEMENT Item No. 6.K. For Meeting of: May 16, 2023 ITEM TITLE: Resolution authorizing the removal of 9 S 10th Ave from the local historic register SUBMITTED BY: Joan Davenport,AI CP, Community Development Director *Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager SUMMARY EXPLANATION: Pursuant to the provisions of YMC 11 .62.045(C)(2), the property owner of record of 9 S 10th Avenue has made a properly signed and notarized written request to have said property removed from the Yakima Register of Historic Places.Also pursuant to YMC 11.62.045(C)(2), upon receipt of a properly notarized request, the Historic Preservation Commission shall immediately remove the property from the register.At its April 26, 2023 meeting, the Historic Preservation unanimously voted to remove 9 S 10th Avenue from the register. Removal of a property from the Yakima Register of Historic Places does not affect the property's status on the National or State Register of Historic Places. ITEM BUDGETED: NA STRATEGIC PRIORITY: NA APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution ATTACHMENTS: Description Upload Date Type O resolution 5/8/2023 Corer Memo ❑ Backup materials 5/4/2023 Backup Material 2 RESOLUTION NO. R-2023- A RESOLUTION relating to historic preservation: Removing the John J. Miller House, 9 S 10'h Avenue, from the Yakima Register of Historic Places WHEREAS, the Yakima Historic Preservation Ordinance for Special Valuation, YMC Ch. 11.62, establishes a procedure for removal of properties from the Yakima register of Historic Places; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of YMC 11.62.045(C)(2), the property owner of record of 9 S 10'h Avenue has made a properly signed and notarized written request to have said property removed from the register; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of YMC 11.62.040(C)(2), upon receipt of such properly notarized written request, the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) shall immediately remove the property from the register; and WHEREAS, at its April 26, 2023 Historic Preservation Commission meeting, the Commission unanimously voted to approve the request to remove 9 South 10'h Avenue from the register; and WHEREAS, since the property was added to the register through Council resolution pursuant to YMC 11.62.045(B), the property must be removed from the register through a Council resolution after the commission makes its recommendation; and WHEREAS, removal of the property from the local historic registry does not affect the property's status with the National or State Register of Historic Places; and WHEREAS, having satisfied the written request requirements for removal of properties from the register, and appropriate action taken by the HPC, the Council finds it appropriate to remove 9 S 10'h Avenue from the Yakima Register of Historic Places, now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA: Pursuant to YMC Ch. 11.62, the property located at 9 S 10'h Avenue is hereby removed from the Yakima Register of Historic Places. ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 16'h day of May, 2023. Janice Deccio, Mayor ATTEST: Sonya Clear Tee, City Clerk o FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Y�ok^00a Register of Historic PlacesReceived Nomination Form Type all entries 1. Name of Property Historic John J Miller House And/or connnnoO 2. Location Street and number 9 South 1OthAvenue City Yakima 8tsha WA Zip 98901 ]. Classification Category Ownership Status Present Use District Public Occupied Agriculture Museum » Building(s) x Private x Unoccupied Cnmmonoio| Park Structure Both Work inprogress Educational Residential Site Public Acquisition Accessible Entertainment Religious Object In process Yes: restricted Government Scientific 8eingounoidered Yes'. unrestricted Industrial Transportation « No Military X Other 4. Owner of pnopmMm Name Barth Clinic/James Barth Street and number 201 E Lincoln Ste 100 City Yakima Gtmba WA Zip 98901 Telephone 509-930-9232 Email jarnaaba.,th@borthdinio.conn 5. Physical Description Condition Check one Check one Exuo||ent x Deteriorated Unaltered x Original site Good Ruins x Altered Moved Date Fair Unexposed Narrative description of the present and original physical appearance is found on one or more continuation sheets. |terna that have been modified from their original state-are as follows: Addition and nonoova| of half bath by rear entry. 3vd floor phone jack deleted phone system, 2nd level deck was replaced with plywood that is rottlng through, VVQllS added between bedrooms, addition of electrical outlets throughout the home. holes out in the walls, for fixing what we assume is p|urnbing, changed windows in aputa, added a nnetel storage shed out back. Ornate rnota| fencing has been added surrounding the front of the house and is also rusting through. Items that are deteriorating: Roof(which also has been modified throughout time), Half of the windows have been destroyed by vanda|isnn, vvo||o have grefittied and darnaged, both decks are dangerously in disarray In the |ovvar left front of the home the rock is deteriorating, All original trees and shrubs have been rer�oved, paint is peeling everywhere, Severe damage to the front facade of the house including, walls pillars, rocks. Doors have been changed and damaged the frame, soffit damage, Sections of 1st floor celing removed, bathroom areas removed. S. Significance 1S1O Unknown Year Built B��|�e��noh�ec� Narrative description of the history and significance of the property to Yakima's heritage is found on one or more continuation sheets. This house was built during the population boom in the first decade of the 1900's and is built in colonial revival eb/|e and is one of the larger eclectic styles built for affluent families during that time. John J Miller had this house built. 7. Major Bibliographical References Bibliography ia found on one nr more continuation sheets. Attached are the original application with narrative and a picture of its original state vs. pictures of now. ' 8. Additional Documentation Maps and photographs are attached. 9. Geographical Data Verbal Boundary Description: Square LCt, front parking, side parking. ,Legal Description: Acreage less than 1. Capitol Addition to North Yakima, Block 371. lot 11 and the South half of12. U8G8 Quadrangle: Yakima West (7.5) Scale 1:24.000 Tax Parcel Number: 181324-31447 Plat Name: A29 Block: 371 Lot(e) 11 and 8 1/2 Lot of 12 iO. Form Prepared Bv Name/Title Lindsey Underwood, Assistant to James Barth Organization Barth Clinic Date 3-8-2023 Street and number 2O1ELincoln Ste1OO Telephone City or town Yakima State V\V\ Zip 88901 Ennm|| |indeeyundemvooU@barthd|n / 11. Signature of Property Owner 5 March 20, 2023 My name is James E Barth. I am writing to request my newly acquired home be removed from the historic registry.Along with many changes and upgrades that will need to be done,the house is non insurable as is being listed on the registry and being in it's current condition. I am asking for the John J Miller House at 9 S 10th Ave be removed from the historic Registry, effective immediately. I truly appreciate any and all assistance you can provide me in this effort. We have a plan for this home to add clean and sober housing to our community. We feel we are providing the people of our county with valuable resourc- o ensu,- : healthier, safer community. Sincerely, / James Barth X Date: �G— 'Grp , WASHINGTON NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT State of Washington County of lytAlon&_ I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that s Po.k[Name of Person] is the person who appeared before me, and said person acknowledged that (he/she) signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be (his/her) free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: 3 a0'01 j `$ \ U \ Signature (Seal or stamp) tt 4.0-C9 4) \4k ``;i-1 ion•• P Title o9-17E#o .0% :17 NOTggr�' a ?'/ —2)1, — My appointment expires: cn OU8L Or"er 2�•• ': 0 ��,//iF wA S HANG�.\\ II., a vriii., rnvrcri I T ma VtfV I UM' t-UIiM State of Washington Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation IDENTIFICATION SECTION 111 W. 21st Ave. KL-11 Site No 39-318 Olympia, WA 98504 LOCATION SECTION (206) 753-5010 FEB8 Site Name: Historic John J. Miller House LV Common F� �g �an0 G�,��f aT� Street Number q S 1 0 h Ave. Field Recorder:J. Ki ••/ ,, G.r-11 1W.G7 City/Town Tw Zip Code 98902 CountyP_ 13 Range__L Sect 24 % Sea SW 1414 Sect NE Date Recorded: Tax No./Parcel No.181 Owner's Name: ar10, o W. 394-31447 Ow Street 9 S. 10th Ave. UTM References Zone 10 Eastinp 6R98 S0 Northing 516324 0 City/Town Yakima Acreage: Less than one. USGS Quadrangle: Yakima West (7.5) County 39 Legal boundarydescription: Zip Code gRgfl? Scale 1:24,000 Capitol Addition to North Status: Yakima, Block 371, Lot 11 National Register 0 and S 1/2 of Lot 12. State Register 0 Survey/Inventory 10 Determined Eligible ❑ PHOTOGRAPHY Other (NHL, NABS, HAER) Indicate ❑ Photography Neg. No.: 13-27 Classification Date: (Roll No. + Frame No.) District 0 • View: NR Site ❑ Date: 9/S/8 Building Structure ❑ Object ❑ ESCRIPTION SECTION Materials & Features/Structural Types: Style/Form: (Check one or more of the following) Roof Material: Roof Type: Foundation: Pioneer/Homestead ❑ Dutch Colonial 0 Wood Shingle ❑ Gable ® Hip 0 Log 0 Greek Revival 0 Spanish Colonial 0 Asbestos/Asphalt Shingle ® Fiat 0 Pyramid 0 Post & Pier ❑ Gothic Revival 0 English Revival 0 Slate 0 Monitor 0 Sawtooth 0 Stone ® Italianate 0 Bungalow ❑ Tar 0 Gambrel 0 Other (specify) 0 Concrete Second Empire 0 Craftsman 0 Metal (specify) 0 Shed ❑ Block 0 Stick/Eastlake ❑ American Foursquare/ Other (specify) ❑ Poured ❑ Queen Anne 0 Classic Box ❑ Brick 0 Shingle Style ❑ Prairie Style 0 Other (specify) ❑ Richardsonian Romanesque 0 Art Deco/Moderne ❑ Cladding (Exterior Wall Surfaces): Chicago School/ . Commercial Vernacular 0 Log ElHeight/No. of Stories: Suilivanesque ❑ Vernacular 0 Horizontal Wood Siding f Rustic/Novelty 0 One 0 Beau Arts Classicism El Other (specify) f] 1 Clapboard 0 One and one-half 0 Princess*Anne 0 rn1 t7n;a 1 Revival Two ® Neo-Colonial Two and one-half r Split Shakes ❑ 0 Wood Shingle Re-sawn ❑ Three El Machine Shingle Other (specify) Elt"7 N aa : 1 Asbestos/Asphalt Shingle El (include e (include detailed description in s Brick Masonry ❑ Integrity: P u i e vu Additional Description' section) y to I Stone Masonry t) I Stucco Additions to house plan 0 0 0 Terra Gotta 0 Changes to windows g 0 ❑ -6 Carrara Glass ❑ Changes to roof shape ❑ IR ❑ ❑ .^ Vinyl/Aluminum Siding ❑ Changes to interior plan 0 0 0 ❑ Other (specify) 0 Other (specify) 0 0 0 ❑i ^'c PArr tc1,+6 L-OT NARRATIVE SECTION Areas of Significance/Study Unit Themes: (check one or more of the following) Agriculture ❑ Conservation ❑ Military ❑ Architecture/Landscape Architecture Ill Education 0 Politics/Government/Lew 0 Arts ❑ Entertainment/Recreation ❑ Religion ❑ Commerce ® Ethnic Heritage (specify) 0 Science 8 Engineering ❑ Communications ❑ Health/Medicine ❑ Social Movements/Organizations ❑ Community Planning/Development Manufacturing/Industry ❑ Transportation 0 Other (Specify) 0 Statement of Significance: (Reference names, dates, events, areas of significance/study unit themes) ca 1910 Date of Construction: Architect/Builder: Historical Significance: The residence at 9 South 10th Avenue is associated with Yakima's second period of development from 1900 to 1918. This western section of Yakima developed following the population boom in the first decade of the 1900's and the extension of streetcar lines by the Yakima Valley Transportation Company. This area catered to a diverse group of new arrivals seeking opportunities in an expanding city and to established families building modern residences in the suburbs. This residence is significant as one of the eclectic designs with individual distinction developed by architects for middle/upper income families in business and professions. The John J. Miller House is an example of the Colonial Revival style and is one of the larger, unique two-story residences built in eclectic styles in Yakima for affluent families. The symmetric aides ign is balanced by gable-end chimneys and pedimented porticos. A full-width porch is supported by "Tuscan" columns with a semicircular projecting portico. Eclectic elements incorporate a shingled, upper tcry (originally stained dark) and rusticated stone applied to basement foundation, first floor, and chimneys. Realtor ohn J. Miller built this house ca. 1906. Miller exemplifies the new arrivals in the first decade of the 1900's who came to Yakima seeking the bountiful opportunities created by a rapidly expanding population. John J. Miller, president Additional Descrlpton of Physical Appearance & Significant Architectural Features: (Architectural significance; can include interior & site features; address integrity issues specifically) 9 South 10th Avenue is a one and one-half story, wood framed residence with series of "Colonial Revival" design elements which include symmetrical facade with gable-end chimneys, classical porch elements and heavy stone foundation. The building facade exhibits a single side-gable with full facade shed dormer at the upper floor. The rear has two multi-shed dormer additions. The roof is composition shingle with simple cornices. The siding is shingle above and stone veneer on the ground floor and basement. The stonework is large polygonal stone at the basement with a transition +o rusticated ashlar masonry above the first floor line continuing up the stone chimneys. 'The entry porch contains a semicircular projecting portico flanked by classical porticos with pediments connected with a full-facade entry porch. Unfluted "Tuscan" columns support the combination portico/porch. The windows are of several configurations with 8/1 double-hung units being the most common. The rear additions contain projecting bay windows with center of glass block flanked by 12-light casements. A five bay carport is located at the rear of the property. The integrity of this unique design has been maintained on the street (west) elevation. The additions to the rear of the building expand the volume Major Bibliographic References: (Inc'ude books, periodicals, manuscripts, newspapers, legal documents, maps, photos, oral sources, etc.) :a seiner Title Company land records. Books YAK 4, 250-432; E-191; B-167. (Schreiner Title Company, 30 N. 2nd Street. Yakima) . 'oIk, R.L. & Co. North Yakima and Yakima County Directories. 1901-1931 . 1900 Federal Census , Yama County, Washington. Abs. Yakima Genealogy Society, Yakima, 1980. tner, Velda. Under All Is- The Land: ' The Centennial History at=liea.i );state in Yakima 1885-1985. Quick Print, Yakima, 1985. --- --- — ---- --- p. 10-13, 15, 21. -- --- — ---- ---- - Yakima, Bountiful and Beautiful: Brooks and Schreiber Publishers, North Yakima, nd. ca. 1909. p. 53 . HISTORIC PROPERTY INVENTORY FORM state of Washington (Continuation Sh..t) Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation 111 W. 21st Ave. KL-11 Olympia, WA 98504 Sit. No.: 39-318 (206) 753-5010 Site Name: John J. Miller House Historic Common Robert W. Dano Accountant Date: 7/19/86 Statement of Significance (continued) : of Miller Realty, is found repeatedly in newspaper columns which boast real estate values and sales. Miller and his wife Estelle, moved to Yakima in 1904 and he remained active in real estate for many years. In 1919, the property was sold to Ida K. Thompson. The property has changed owners many times; Robert Dano purchased it in 1971. An early photograph indicates the front and north elevations of the residence are intact and original. Additional Description of Physical Appearance & Significant Architectural Features (continued) : of the building significantly (1/4 original mass). The additions employ shingle siding and wood windows painted white to match the original building. The use of glass block in a side bay window is intrusive. However, the building's uni,gye, original design is maintained with only the rear elevation exhibiting the additions. The building has been di- viaea into apailments, but maintains original hardwood floors and red oak trim and moldings. Zbta1 number of contributing properties: 1 (house) noncontributing properties: 1 (carport) NPS Form 10-9004 0M8 No.9024-0018 p.12) Exp.10-31-84 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service National Register of Historic Places Inventory—Nomination Form en Continuation sheet Item number Page Multiple Resource Area Thematic Group Name Yakima TR State Yakima Co. , WA Nomination/Type of Review DaYZE: e/Signature �11. Miller, John J. , House let;e il► the, Keeper Attest 12. Mineau, Francis, House A Keeper , (cG/6- Attest Moore, Edward B. , House y,T( 13. � �.� ;15tr V n eeper � �G� Attest 14. Perrin, Winfield, House •..- , pee (//Le. l/i Attest 15. Potter, H.W. , House Keeper i-c�-&(-L.,, Attest 16. Powell House eeper 7(r 1';7 Attest v� 17. Richey, James, House ���"� `�� -' c't,Keeper 44-et,, S. r L1 Attest 18. Sharp, James, House eper Attest 1.8. Sweet, Reuben, House i Keeper db-6 Cc"��/y/6/1 Attest +'2O. Watt, William, House rleeper /./W `-1 . /0 Attest 10 WASO Form-177 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR -KX'C If ("R"June 1984) NATIONAL PARK SERVICE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES EVALUATION/RETURN SHEET Miller, John J., House (Yakima TR) Yakima County WASHINGTON Working No. ,AN) 2 Fed. Reg. Date: a �9&T /, fly Date Due: -2-7/ 7— Action: _ACCEPT /� —� 7 ❑ resubmission RETURN _, Li nomination by person or local government �-4zs� REJECT ❑ owner objection Federal Agency: n appeal Substantive Review: n sample ❑request ❑appeal ❑ NR decision Reviewer's comments: Recom./Criteria Reviewer Discipline Date see continuation sheet Nomination returned for: technical corrections cited below substantive reasons discussed below 1. Name 2. Location 3. Classification Category Ownership Status Present Use Public Acquisition Accessible 4. Owner of Property 5. Location of Legal Description 6. Representation in Existing Surveys Has this property been determined eligible? ❑ yes ❑ no 7. Description Condition Check one Check one ❑excellent ❑deteriorated ❑unaltered ❑original site ❑good ❑ruins ❑altered IT moved date ❑fair ❑ unexposed Describe the present and original (if known)physical appearance ❑ summary paragraph FT completeness lJ clarity ❑ alterations/integrity ❑ dates ❑ boundary selection 11 8. Significance Period Areas of Significance—Check and justify below Specific dates Builder/Architect Statement of Significance (in one paragraph) ❑summary paragraph ❑completeness ❑ clarity ❑applicable criteria ❑justification of areas checked ❑relating significance to the resource ❑context ❑ relationship of integrity to significance ❑justification of exception ❑other 9. Major Bibliographical References 10. Geographical Data Acreage of nominated property Quadrangle name UTM References Verbal boundary description and justification 11. Form Prepared By 12. State Historic Preservation Officer Certification The evaluated significance of this property within the state is: national state local State Historic Preservation Officer signature title date 13. Other ❑ Maps ❑ Photographs ❑Other Questions concerning this nomination may be directed to Signed Date Phone: GPO 918-450 Comments for any item may be continued on an attached sheet - Historic Houses of Yakima Thematic John J. Miller House Yakima, Washington C. 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Any building, structure, site, object, or district may be designated for inclusion in the Yakima register of historic places if it is significantly associated with the history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or cultural heritage of the community; if it has integrity; is at least forty years old, or is of lesser age and has exceptional importance; and if it falls in at least one of the following categories: (1) Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of national, state, or local history. (2) Embodies the distinctive architectural characteristics of a type, period, style, or method of design or construction, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction. (3) Is an outstanding work of a designer, builder, or architect who has made a substantial contribution to the art. (4) Exemplifies or reflects special elements of Yakima's cultural, special, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering, or architectural history. (5) Is associated with the lives of persons significant in national, state, or local history. (6) Has yielded or may be likely to yield important archaeological information related to history or prehistory. (7) Is a building or structure removed from its original location but which is significant primarily for architectural value, or which is the only surviving structure significantly associated with a historic person or event. (8) Is a birthplace or grave of a historical figure of outstanding importance and is the only surviving structure or site associated with that person. (9) Is a cemetery which derives its primary significance from age,from distinctive design features, or from association with historic events, or cultural patterns. (10) Is a creative and unique example of folk or vernacular architecture and design created by persons not formally trained in the architectural or design professions, and which does not fit into formal architectural or historical categories. B. Process for Designating Properties or Districts to the Yakima Register of Historic Places. (1) Any person may nominate a building, structure, site, object, or district for inclusion in the Yakima register of historic places. Members of the historic preservation commission or the commission as a whole may generate nominations. In its designation decision, the commission shall consider the Yakima historic inventory and the Yakima comprehensive plan. (2) Applications for nominations must bear the signature of the property owner(s) of record of the subject property as indicated by the records of the Yakima County auditor. In the case of 31 districts, applications for nomination of districts or additions to an existing district must bear the signatures of the owners of a majority of the properties within the proposed district or area to be added to an existing district.At least sixty percent of the properties within such proposed district or area to be added to an existing district shall be contributing properties.Applications shall be on forms and include information and documentation supporting the historic significance of the building, structure, site, object, or district. (3) In the case of individual properties,the designation shall include the legal description and all features—interior and exterior—and outbuildings that contribute to its designation. (4) In the case of districts,the designation shall include description of the boundaries of the district,the characteristics of the district which justify its designation, a list of all contributing properties including features, structures, sites, and objects which contribute to the designation of the district, and a list of all noncontributing properties. (5) The commission shall consider the merits of the nomination, according to the criteria in subsection A of this section and according to the nomination review standards established in rules, at an open record public hearing. At least ten days prior to the hearing, written notice by first-class mail of the time, date, place, and subject of the hearing will be given to all owners of record of the subject property as indicated by the records of the Yakima County auditor,the authors of the nomination, if different, and lessees, if any, of the subject property. Public notice of the hearing shall also be provided and shall include, at least ten days prior to the hearing, publication in a newspaper of general circulation in Yakima and posting of the property. The commission shall, by a majority vote of its members, make a written recommendation to the city council that the nomination of the subject property be approved or rejected for listing on the Yakima register of historic places. The recommendation shall set forth findings of fact which constitute the basis for the recommendation. (6) Upon receipt of the commission's recommendation, the city council shall approve, reject or refer the recommendation back to the commission for further consideration, as the council deems appropriate. Approval of a recommendation to designate a property for listing on the register shall be done by city council adoption of a resolution designating the building, structure, site, object, or district for listing on the Yakima register of historic places. (7) Properties listed on the Yakima register of historic places shall be recorded on official zoning records with an "HR" (for historic register) designation. This designation shall not change or modify the underlying zone classification. C. Removal of Properties from the Register. (1) In the event that any property is no longer deemed appropriate for designation or no longer meets the eligibility requirements for the Yakima register of historic places,the commission may initiate removal from such designation by the same procedure as provided for in establishing the designation in subsection B of this section. (2) Additionally, and except to the extent that a property is subject to a historic preservation special valuation agreement entered into under the authority of YMC 11.62.060 and applicable state law, the property owner(s) of record (as indicated by the records of the Yakima County auditor) of a property listed on the Yakima register of historic places may make a written request to have said property removed from the register. The written request must be signed 32 by said property owner(s) and notarized. Upon receipt of such a properly notarized written request, the commission shall immediately remove the property from the register. (3) Additionally, and except to the extent that a property is subject to a historic preservation special valuation agreement entered into under the authority of YMC 11.62.060 and applicable state law, the property owner(s) of record (as indicated by the records of the Yakima County auditor) of a contributing property in an existing historic district may make a written request to have said property changed from contributing to noncontributing status. The written request must be signed by said property owner(s) and notarized. Upon receipt of such a properly notarized written request, the commission shall immediately change the status of the subject property from contributing to noncontributing. D. Change of Status from Noncontributing to Contributing within a District. The owner(s) of record of a noncontributing property within a district may submit an application to the commission for change of status of the property from noncontributing to contributing. The application shall identify all features of historical significance of the property in accordance with subsection A of this section and shall include the legal description and all features—interior and exterior—and outbuildings that contribute to its proposed designation as a contributing property. The commission shall consider the merits of the application according to the criteria in subsection A of this section and according to any review standards established in rules at an open meeting. This action shall be deemed a Type II commission review subject to the procedures of YMC 11.62.050(C)(4). E. Effects of Listing on the Register. (1) Listing on the Yakima register of historic places is an honorary designation denoting significant association with the historic, archaeological, engineering, or cultural heritage of the community. Properties are listed individually or as contributing properties to a historic district. (2) Prior to the commencement of any work on a register property, or any contributing property in a district, excluding ordinary repair and maintenance and emergency measures defined in YMC 11.62.030 and the exemptions stated in YMC 11.62.050, the owner must request and receive a certificate of appropriateness from the commission for the proposed work. Violation of this rule shall be grounds for the commission to review the property for removal from the register. (3) Prior to whole or partial demolition of a register property or contributing property within a district,the owner must request and receive a waiver of a certificate of appropriateness. (4) Because Yakima is certified as a certified local government (CLG), all qualifying properties listed on the Yakima and National Registers of Historic Places may be eligible for special tax valuation on their rehabilitation under YMC 11.62.060.