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Prohibited <br />Nothing shall be done to change the essential character of the roof as viewed from the thoroughfare <br />by adding architectural features or large unsightly f fixtures, or by using materials inappropriate to the <br />style of the house. The roof shall not be stripped of architectural features important to its character. <br />Required <br />Existing or original porches, stoops, patios and steps, including handrails, balusters, columns, brackets, tiles and <br />roof decorations, shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design and materials when deteriorated <br />beyond repair. Porches and additions reflecting later architectural styles and which are important to the building's <br />historical integrity, shall be retained. <br />STAFF RECOMMENDATION: <br />Staff recommends approval. The change in roofing material will not be visible from the street, nor will it alter the <br />essential character of the roof as is prohibited by the citation above. Rehabilitation guidelines state that duplication <br />of the original design and construction is not required, and that contemporary methods and materials would be <br />acceptable when compatible. The rubber membrane will better project the porch and associated features from <br />future damage and thus should be considered compatible. Repairs and replacement of the wooden architectural <br />features will be made in kind and thereby conform to the cited standards and guidelines as well. <br />