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Plan July Page Commission MtIltes 25, 1990 4 . replied that the architectural quality is important, especially if it is an example of a well-known architect or designer. Also its association to the area is considered, and its representation of cultural life of a certain era. The Commission felt that both the exterior and the lobby of the building displayed these qualities. Chairperson Kreishman stated that the application also included the auditorium as a significant part of the building which ought to be preserved. Mr. Safe reiterated his general disapproval of this type of legislation, believing that landmark standards are generally vague and restrictive. He stated that designation often provides a superficial historical description the history of a building and the surrounding area. Ms. Mary Gass, a Historic Preservation commission member, responded to Mr. Safe's statements by saying that preservation of the Tivoli building would be an ecologically sound decision for the City and would promote its adaptive reuse. She also believed, as did her Commission colleagues, that the character of the building as a movie house was part of the social history of the City and should be held in trust for reuse by future generations. Mr. Hamilton and Ms. Little both stated that the landmark standards were not arbitrarily adopted but, as part of the Secretary of the Interior's national standards for building rehabilitation, have been refined over the years and can be interpreted via a vast body of literature and commentary. Mr. Hamil ton likened the Plan Commission's duties in reviewing a Conditional Use Permit to the Historic Preservation Commission's review of a proposed rehabilitation of a historic building. Mr. Phil Severin, 7134 Maryland Avenue, stated that the only other building that had been rehabilitated in the Loop was the Donaldson Court building. He spoke in favor of designation and the importance of preserving the buildings famous to the Loop. After further discussion, Chairperson Kreishman reviewed the possible actions the Plan Commission could take on the application to fulfill its duties under the Zoning Code. The Chairperson then called for a motion. Mr. Safe moved that the Plan Commission recommend denial of the application for designation of the Tivoli Building as a Local Historic Landmark. Mr. Marsh seconded the motion which failed by a vote of 2-3 with one (1) abstention. After further discussion, Ms. Ratner moved that the Commission recommend approval of the application for designation of the Tivoli Building as a Local Historic Landmark. Mr. Foxworth seconded the motion which passed by a vote of 3-2 with one (1) abstention. OTHER BUSINESS Ms. Elwood reminded members that the next regular meeting of the Plan Commission would be held on Wednesday, August 22, 1990, at 7: 30 p. m. Commission members should correct their calendars accordingly.