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and fitted with invisible interior storms. Staff does not recommend approval of the application as presented. Staff has reservations concerning the proposed replacement option because it does not replicate the original windows. The RBS supplier has stated that any muntin and mullion pattern can be reproduced. Staff recommends that the homeowner investigate this option with RBS. Petitioners are seeking to replace windows due to interior deterioration and moisture issues and also to solve a potential problem with egress from the second floor in case of emergency. (The current casement windows are not up to current code, and may not offer sufficient clearance for escape in case of fire, etc.) Commissioner Sassano, upon review of the provided brochure, cautioned the petitioner that it didn't appear that the window model of choice would solve the egress matter. It appeared that only one half of the "slider" window model they'd selected could be entirely removed in an emergency. Petitioners were under the impression that both sides could be removed, but could not be sure; thus it was suggested and agreed to that the C of A application should be continued for further investigation. Petitioners signed required paperwork for continuation. At the request of the Petitioners, the C of A application was continued (waiver signed). Commissioners voted to amend the printed agenda in order to accommodate a C of A application that was filed after the published deadline. The C of A has been distributed to the Commission members prior to the meeting. Motion to amend the printed agenda: Made: Lynn Patrick Second: Linda Riley Vote: 6-0 STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: July 20, 2009 Application Number: Property. Location: Architectural Style/Date/Architect Property Owner: Landmark or District Designation: Rating: 2009-0720 909 Riverside Drive Colonial Revival/1909/Ennis R. Austin Lawrence and Cecilia Cunningham Riverside Drive Significant DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE The house at 909 Riverside Drive is Colonial Revival in style, and was built in 1909 by Ennis R Austin of the notable firm of Austin and Shambleau. It is a two story, rectangular floor plan house of stucco walls and a side gable roof with chimneys on both sides and a shed roof and second floor dormers. The windows are double hung, nine over one, and the house also has an attached garage. ALTERATIONS: The survey card, updated in 1998, lists the house in "Excellent" condition and "Unaltered". Information on previous C of A's applied for and completed follows: 1995-0425 — Replace 18 year old metal playset with wooden playlet called Eagle's Nest Tower with two swings. 11