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siding. COA 2016-0809 to construct shed roof over part of building,and second floor addition atop one-story brick portion at
<br /> rear of building with vinyl siding and replacement windows was denied.
<br /> APPLICATION ITEMS:Mono roof 4/12 pitch,rise west to east ending at center of building resting on ledger/East stud wall.
<br /> Low profile mono roof resting south brick wall and interior brick wall. Open courtyard.
<br /> DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT:See COA 2016-0809,pending with the Building Department as a Violation of
<br /> City Ordinance.Not in compliance with the Violation Remedy Requirements as ordered to be completed by March 13,2017.
<br /> Owner has constructed a 4/12 single sloping roof surface over part of,roughly one half,of the main building,from the west
<br /> exterior wall 30'east to a 10%wall built on existing brick interior wall,with a 1'overhang at west wall. Concrete floor of open
<br /> courtyard is 6-8"lower than adjacent floor. Owner plans to utilize existing floor drain and lower floor height to manage
<br /> accumulated moisture in the courtyard. This roof has been installed without COA.
<br /> See report of structural inspection by Siqueira,LLC,submitted with this application.In summary,the inspection reveals
<br /> inadequate joists spanning 17.5'running east-west at 16"oc,supported at masonry walls;roof level beam sag,exterior walls that
<br /> lack bracing,trash pile in"courtyard",recommended provisions to dispose of snow and drain rain in"courtyard",multiple
<br /> deficiencies in the framed mono-sloped roof at North West,and 20 joists spanning 10'that are insufficient.
<br /> PRESERVATION SPECIALIST REPORT:n/a
<br /> STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES:Group B
<br /> D. Maintenance
<br /> The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general
<br /> cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all structure or sites.
<br /> B.Treatment
<br /> Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original form. Such improvements
<br /> include re-roofing,glazing,or landscaping lawns and may involve a change that can potentially enhance or detract from the
<br /> character of the landmark. A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or in its environment may require a
<br /> Certificate of Appropriateness if it significantly alters the appearance of the landmark. Although these kinds of changes may not
<br /> require a Building Permit,a Certificate of Appropriateness may be necessary. The commission should review the proposed
<br /> treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces.
<br /> C.Renovation and Additions
<br /> Renovation is the modification of a structure,which does not alter the general massing while an addition,is a change in
<br /> mass. A modification,which involves the removal of a part of the landmark,should be considered under demolition(see
<br /> demolition).Additions to landmarks should not detract from the original form and unity of the landmark and should not
<br /> cover singular examples of architectural detail. Additions to landmarks should be added in a manner that does not
<br /> disrupt the visible unity of overall appearance of the site. The proportions,materials and ratios of the existing structures
<br /> should be carried through in the additions. Care should be taken not to change or alter the following:
<br /> I.Structure—Necessary structural improvements,where safety demands should be accomplished in such a
<br /> way as to cause minimal visual change to the original style and construction.
<br /> 2.Material—Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should be of the same
<br /> material as the original. It should be the same size and texture. An alternative material may be allowed if it
<br /> duplicates the original.
<br /> a.wood—all wood trim should conform with existing trim in shape and size.
<br /> b.siding materials—the Commission discourages the covering or alteration of original materials with
<br /> additional siding.Structures already sided with incompatible materials should be returned to a siding
<br /> similar to the original when renovation is considered.
<br /> D.Demolition
<br /> Historic landmarks shall not be demolished. When a landmark poses a threat to the public safety,and demolition is the only
<br /> alternative,documentation by way of photographs,measured drawings,or other descriptive methods should be made of both the
<br /> exterior and interior of the landmark. The person or agency responsible for demolition of the landmark shall be responsible for
<br /> this documentation.
<br /> E.Moving
<br /> The moving of landmarks is discouraged,however,moving is preferred to demolition. When moving is necessary,the owner of
<br /> the landmark must apply to the Commission for a Certificate of Appropriateness
<br /> F. Signs
<br /> No neon or flashing signs will be permitted unless they are original to the structure. Billboards and super-graphics will also be
<br /> disallowed. Only one appropriate identifying sign will be permitted per business.
<br /> G.Building Site and Landscaping
<br /> 1.Required
<br /> Major landscaping items,trees,fencing,walkways,private yard tights,signs(house numbers)and benches which
<br /> reflect the property's history and development shall be retained Dominant land contours shall be retained. Structures
<br /> such as;gazebos,patio decks,fixed barbecue pits,swimming pools,tennis courts,green houses,new walls,fountains,
<br /> fixed garden furniture,trellises,and other similar structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and
<br /> neighborhood and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way.
<br /> 2.Recommended
<br /> New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of the property found in photographs,
<br /> drawings,and newspapers. Plant materials and trees in close proximity to the building that are causing deterioration to
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