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1. Wood replacement windows, painted interior and exterior wood sash. Each replacement unit is to be sized to fit the existing masonry opening (for new window unit locations, refer to the proposed plans and elevations). Secondary Elevations: West and South Side - The south side windows front the south property line and a variance has been sent downstate (Department of Fire and Building Services) for use of the existing fire rated windows and openings to serve as exit windows in the proposed new bedrooms (see proposed plans / elevations). These units will not change size or type, but will be re -used or new fire -rated units, as required by the code. Exterior Doors: Main Doors, Primary East Elevation: The original exterior doors do not exist. The original transom is proposed to remain in place and the wood sash will be repainted. Proposed for the East entry is a pair of new single full light aluminum doors, medium style (medium bronze anodized color). Existing wood interior vestibule doors are proposed to be re -used and the original vestibule maintained, with ceramic mosaic floor, wood trim and painted walls (north and east sides). New Doors, Secondary West Elevation: The original openings at the West fagade were overhead service doors to the building from the parking lot. Proposed at the new west apartment entry is a pair of painted insulated steel or fiberglass flush panel doors, with peephole. The original first floor basement man -door is proposed to be abandoned and infilled with salvaged common brick. (see "Brick Masonry" below). Masonry In general the brick, mortar and terra cotta is in very good condition. Brick Masonry: Some infill brick is proposed on the west facade in the wall areas surrounding the new west entry and new window opening above the new door. Also, the original first floor basement man -door is proposed to be abandoned and infilled with salvaged common brick from the interior of the building. (In -fill brick to be slightly offset within the original opening 1/2"+). Terra Cotta: At the East fagade, there is a section of terra cotta sill that is proposed to be repaired with Jahn's patching mortar, a compatible material that can be shaped to match the profile and contour of the original sill. K I L ARCHITECTURE PLANNING 1126 LINCOLNWAY EAST SOUTH BEND I N 46601 (219) 288.2654 VOICE 289. 2420 FAX