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A` CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT PROPOSED CHANGES 7) installation of a short window over lower foyer short window, that will mirror the foyer window and is actually on the landing west wall upstairs, 8) build a Victorian tea garden on west side of house, 9) construct a carriage house garage, and 10) replace missing upper open porch on the middle west side, between second story west bedroom and bathroom, similar to lattice screened porch in the rear. STANDARDS Preservation Guidelines for Local Landmarks state: ...Guidelines for Local Landmarks follow the Rehabilitation Model... Group B Standards C. Renovation & Additions 2. Construction and Style All work should be done in the architectural style and in a technique compatible with that of the original structure. Change that alters, removes, or covers existing significant stylistic detail shall not be permitted. A change which adds detail of another style will not be permitted. 3. Material Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should be of the same material as the original. It should be the same size and texture. An alternative material may be allowed if it duplicates the original. a. all wood trim should conform with existing trim in shape and size. b. siding material - the Commission discourages the covering or alteration of original materials with additional siding. Building Site and Landscaping 1. Required Major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, private yard lights, signs and benches which reflect the properties history and development shall be retained. Dominant land contours shall be retained. Structures such as: gazebos .... and other similar structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and the neighborhood and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way. 2. Recommended New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers. Front yard areas should not be fenced except in cases where historical documentation would indicate such fencing appropriate. Fencing should be in character with the buildings style, materials, and scale.