Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Request by Dan Perkins for Approval of a Rehabilitation Level Historic Neighborhood Improvement Zone Program Tax Exemption (Level II) for the Property Located at 523 W Hunt Street
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in Downtown McKinney
MEETING DATE: July 2, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Development Services - Planning Department
CONTACT: Rayna Alam, Historic Preservation Planner
Cassie Bumgarner, Planning Manager
RECOMMENDED HPAB ACTION:
* Staff recommends approval of the request
ITEM SUMMARY:
* The applicant requests approval of a Rehabilitation level HNIZ Program tax exemption for the property located at 523 W Hunt Street.
* To be eligible for a tax exemption incentive under the HNIZ Program, residential properties must meet the minimum eligibility requirements of the program, along with specific criteria for the requested incentive level.
* Staff has reviewed the request and has found that it meets the minimum eligibility requirements of the HNIZ Program for a Rehabilitation Level exemption (Level II).
* Specifically, the criteria for a Rehabilitation Level incentive are as follows:
o The residential structure is at least 40 years old.
* The home was built circa 1889.
o The owner receives a Letter of Eligibility from the City of McKinney verifying that the proposed improvements qualify for a rehabilitation incentive.
* The Letter of Eligibility was issued on February 25, 2025.
* Within the last 12 months, the owners have completed rehabilitation efforts to the structure, totaling $17,195, including:
o Porch repair
o Roof repair and maintenance
o Ductwork replacement
Staff are aware that the timing of the work is inconsistent with Level II criteria and additional work beyond the scope of the Letter of Eligibility; however, all work does meet the requirement and was ongoing from the receipt of the Letter of Eligibility until present. Staff were made aware of the work during several meetings with the hom...
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