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Mrs. Gallagher moved to approve the replacement of the kitchen window as proposed with the stipulation that the sill and casing of the original window be reused and that the sash be retained - for future owners. Mrs. Choitz seconded the motion. Mr. Oxian asked if there were an questions. Mr. Zmyslo asked if the Commission should try to retain the double hung style window. Mr. Van Overberghe stated that the reason for the casement window is because the window is located over a sink and a casement is much easier to operate in such situations. He further stated that the casing and sill of the original window would be reused in the installation of the new casement window. He went on to ask if Commission wants him to save the sash or the whole window. Mr. Oxian stated that if the original casing and sill is reused then just the sash would have to be saved. Mr. Zmyslo asked if the six over six mutin pattern could be replicated in a casement window. Mr. Van Overberghe stated that any mutin pattern is most likely possible for a price. There was some discussion over proportions of a casement window that would replicate the six over six pattern. Mr. Zmyslo stated that the motion should be altered to require that the window be replaced with a six over six double hung window. Mrs. Sporleder interjected that the option of a six over six casement window should be explored further as an alternate option to the double hung. Mr. Van Overberghe stated that a six over six mutin pattern in a casement window is a possibility. Mrs. Gallagher withdrew her motion. Mr. Zmyslo moved to approve the replacement of the west elevation, kitchen window with a six over six mutin pattern, double hung window, with the stipulation that the original casing and sill be reused and the original sash be saved for future owners. Mrs. Gallagher seconded the motion. The motion passed with Mrs. Sporleder voting against the motion. There was some discussion over the other two windows being requested for replacement. Mr. Fine moved to approve the installation of a 3 1/2" x 12" range vent next to the kitchen window with the stipulation that it be painted to match the siding. Mr. Weiner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Talley presented the staff report that corresponded to the remaining window replacements. He went on to ask Mr. Van Overberghe what type of window the two units would be replaced with. Mr. Van Overberghe stated that the owner was requesting to replace the windows with casements, but, is not against replacing the east elevation double hung window with a double hung window. Mr. Zmyslo moved to approve the replacement of the second floor double hung window located in the east gable with a matching mutin patterned, double hunge window and replacement of the south second story elevation casement window with a casement window that contains a special mutin pattern to simulate the existing window and storm window. With the stipulation that the original casings and sills be re -used if possible. There was some discussion to clearify which windows were being discussed. Mrs. Gallagher seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Talley presented the staff report which corresponded to two air conditioning condensor units. Mr. Oxian moved to approve the installation of the two air conditioning condensor units. Mr. Weiner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Talley presented the staff recommendation for the proposed wiring and lines to be located along the rear of the house. Mr. Oxian moved to approve item number six as recommended by staff. Mrs. Choitz asked if the owner was installing air conditioning. Mr. Van Overberghe stated that the owner was indeed installing air conditioning. Mrs. Hostetler seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. k3