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and install treated wood nailer and metal cap if original non-contributing coping tiles too fragile to be removed and replaced. South and East parapet walls termination method will include installation of ter bar below the existing tile with wall anchors to protect terra cotta. Mortar joints between the tiles would be caulked as needed or could be ground and re -mortared. Existing skylights could be removed, the glass reworked as needed and replaced a minimum cost. LOCAL LANDMARK STANDARDS: Group B Standards: B. Treatment. Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original form. Such improvements include re -roofing, glazing ... A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or its environment may require a Certificate of Appropriateness. The commission should review the proposed treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. None of the proposed work will alter the style or original form of the Burke Building. The removal of non-contributing tiles and their replacement with painted metal will not be visible from the street. The Contractor, Ingwald Johnson, and the UEA should evaluate the economic feasibility of the skylights and report to the HPC their course of action, as these features are not visible from the street. Chris Dressel of UEA, ( Urban Enterprise Association) is recognized by the Chair to speak on behalf of the project. Mr. Dressel states that the roof repair is necessary to assist his efforts to market the building to potential buyers, which they have been doing since the UEA took ownership of the building in 2004. The issues with the roof are causing damage inside the building, and very much detracting from the overall appearance of the building. Mr. Dressel also states the negotiations with the contractor, Ingwald Johnson (present at meeting) will allow for the matter of the skylights to be addressed once work begins, and also explains that the historically significant features of the architecture including the terracotta and decorative medallions will not be endangered. The skylights, not visible from the street may either be repaired or removed depending on what is determined to be the most prudent course of action. Mr. Dressel reiterates how helpful a proper roof would be to the redevelopment efforts of this property. Mary Jane Chase inquires what the zoning is for the site and what the original configuration of the additional floor of the building is. The second floor of the building was not occupied by the original builders or subsequent owners. The building is currently zoned "Local Business ", which would not allow for residential tenants. Todd Zeiger inquires about downspouts. Mr. Dressel responds that the building has internal drains. Todd emphasizes the importance of having the building occupied or under renovation by winter so that the internal drains in the building don't freeze and cause further damage. Lynn Patrick questions the availability of using the second floor of the building for housing, and the possibility of rezoning. The second floor of the building is subdivided into 16 efficiency apartments. It is the original configuration and is still in tact. Mr. Dressel indicated that the UEA considers every situation differently, and so the UEA would consider pursuing rezoning the location if a potential client wished to utilize the upstairs for rental units. Gerald Ujdak inquires if the skylights leak or if they will be maintained or removed? Mr. Dressel replies that they may not currently be leaking, but have obviously been an issue in the past. No decision has been made yet, but will be based on the recommendation of the contractor when the project reaches that point. Todd Zeiger publicly thanks UEA for taking the lead on the marketing of this building, and for the investment of the roof project. Lynn Patrick requests that UEA provide the HPC with updates regarding this project and the decision regarding the skylights. Mr. Dressel agrees to do so, and thanks the Commission for hearing the CoA.