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Ordinance No. 0-98-113
An ordinance of the City of Gainesville, Florida, finding that property at 415 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida, qualifies for an ad valorem tax exemption for historic properties; granting an exemption from ad valorem tax on certain improvements beginning January 1, 1999, and continuing for 10 years; adopting the Historic Preservation Exemption Covenant between the applicant and the City by reference; providing a severability clause; providing a repealing clause; and providing an immediate effective date.
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Ordinance No. 0-98-113
An ordinance of the City of Gainesville, Florida, finding that property at 415 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida, qualifies for an ad valorem tax exemption for historic properties; granting an exemption from ad valorem tax on certain improvements beginning January 1, 1999, and continuing for 10 years; adopting the Historic Preservation Exemption Covenant between the applicant and the City by reference; providing a severability clause; providing a repealing clause; and providing an immediate effective date.
recommendation
The City Commission (1) approve the "Part 2-Request for Review of Completed Work" application; (2) adopt the proposed ordinance; and (3) authorize the Mayor to sign a covenant executing the full exemption for 10 years, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.
explanation
At the direction of the City Manager, the City Attorney has drafted an ordinance exempting certain historic property from ad valorem taxation for certain improvements as approved by the Historic Preservation Board.