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STAFF REPORT <br />Connie Gochenaur <br />63907 Bremen Hwy. <br />South Bend, IN <br />PROPOSAL <br />The owner proposes to build a porch which would wrap around the <br />east (front) and north sides of the house. This petition was <br />tabled at the August 1990 meeting because the style of porch in <br />the drawings submitted by the owners was not in keeping with the <br />simple Italianate style of the house. <br />STANDARDS <br />Additions to landmarks should not detract from the original form <br />and unity of the landmark and should not cover singular examples <br />of architectural detail. Additions to landmarks should be added <br />in a manner that does not disrupt the visible unity or overall <br />appearance of the site. The proportions, materials and rations <br />of the existing structures should be carried through i the <br />additions. <br />All work should be done in the architectural style and in a <br />technique compatible with that of the origianl sturcture. Change <br />that alters, removes, or covers existing significant stylistic <br />detail shall not be permitted. A change which adds detail of <br />another style will not be permitted. <br />RECOMMENDATIONS <br />Since the August meeting, the owners have been provided with <br />pictures, drawings, and written explanations of the <br />characteristic Italianate porch. The owners have expressed an <br />interest in utilizing the suggestions made by Mr. Eide, with a <br />few alterations in the post style. They are to submit drawings <br />in plan and elevation to the Commission for approval. The staff <br />recommends that, if the posts and other architectural details <br />meet the criteria for the Italianate style, the project be <br />approved. <br />