Heritage Preservation Ordinance and Country Club Plan of Treatment
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This variance was approved at the March 10, 2021 Planning Commission meeting.
The City Council approved Ordinance 2024-06 Amendments concerning the Heritage Preservation Commission and the Edina Heritage Landmarks and and Resolution 2024-77 approving an update to the Country Club Plan of Treatment effective January 1, 2026. See the Ordinance, Resolution and final documents here.
At the direction of City Council, the Heritage Preservation Commission has reviewed and is recommending updates to the existing Heritage Preservation Ordinance and the Country Club Plan of Treatment. The Commission is also recommending an escrow fee for Heritage Landmark properties and Properties within a Heritage Landmark District (Country Club District).
A summary of proposed changes and document highlights include:
New form to be signed by contractor and property owner acknowledging responsibility to maintain the protection of historic resources throughout the construction process and to inform staff of proposed changes to approved plans. Staff may seek HPC approval if changes are significant.
Fee required based on project valuation ($3,000 fee if under $100,000 and $15,000 fee if over) that city may use if needed to keep structures weathertight and protected, to ensure compliance with other ordinances, and for reinspection fees. The balance must be maintained and will be refunded when all permits, including the COA permit, have been closed.
this form also states the ordinance language for Stop Work Orders and Enforcement
New resource to supplement the Country Club Plan of Treatment, which provides photos and lists character-defining features for the seven most prevalent Period Revival architectural styles in the Country Club District. This guide emphasizes that each house is a unique blend of architectural elements – and even of architectural styles – that adds embellishments of local tastes and style.
The City Council approved Ordinance 2024-06 Amendments concerning the Heritage Preservation Commission and the Edina Heritage Landmarks and and Resolution 2024-77 approving an update to the Country Club Plan of Treatment effective January 1, 2026. See the Ordinance, Resolution and final documents here.
At the direction of City Council, the Heritage Preservation Commission has reviewed and is recommending updates to the existing Heritage Preservation Ordinance and the Country Club Plan of Treatment. The Commission is also recommending an escrow fee for Heritage Landmark properties and Properties within a Heritage Landmark District (Country Club District).
A summary of proposed changes and document highlights include:
New form to be signed by contractor and property owner acknowledging responsibility to maintain the protection of historic resources throughout the construction process and to inform staff of proposed changes to approved plans. Staff may seek HPC approval if changes are significant.
Fee required based on project valuation ($3,000 fee if under $100,000 and $15,000 fee if over) that city may use if needed to keep structures weathertight and protected, to ensure compliance with other ordinances, and for reinspection fees. The balance must be maintained and will be refunded when all permits, including the COA permit, have been closed.
this form also states the ordinance language for Stop Work Orders and Enforcement
New resource to supplement the Country Club Plan of Treatment, which provides photos and lists character-defining features for the seven most prevalent Period Revival architectural styles in the Country Club District. This guide emphasizes that each house is a unique blend of architectural elements – and even of architectural styles – that adds embellishments of local tastes and style.
This variance was approved at the March 10, 2021 Planning Commission meeting.
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What are the rules in country club in regard to adding space on top of an existing garage? I know you can’t tear down a home and build new.
Chanthavixay Haschka or Nouk Haschka
asked
8 months ago
Any building addition would be required to meet the city's zoning ordinance requirements (height, building coverage, lot coverage, accessory dwelling unit requirements, setbacks, etc.). Depending on the addition and the location of the garage, a Certificate of Appropriateness may also be required.
