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New construction includes any new building or structure constructed within the boundaries of the historic district, or any new addition to an existing building. New construction should be designed considering the appearance of the other buildings in the neighborhood. A. HEIGHT AND PROPORTION The majority of structures in the district are two stories high and are square, rectangular, or irregular in plan. There are a few story- and -a -half residences. The prevalent facade proportions are between a 1:1 and a 1:2 height -to -width ratio. Required The height of a new structure and its height -to -width proportions shall be consistent with adjacent buildings in the district. The building height shall be no greater than that of the tallest existing structure and no less than that of the lowest existing structure of the same type in the same block. Facade proportions shall be established by permitting no structure with a facade wider or narrower than those existing in the same block. Additions to existing buildings shall be related in height and proportion to the existing structure. Recommended Contemporary designs should be compatible in character and mood to the building or neighborhood. Prohibited Additions may not be constructed that would change the existing facade of a building, alter its scale or architectural character, or add new height. Not Recommended New stories should not be added nor should existing stories be removed which would destroy important architectural details, features, and spaces of the building. Any style or period of architecture that is incompatible with what exists style should not be permitted in the new additions. B. BUILDING MATERIALS Wall materials in the district range from brick, stucco, clapboard, shingles, aluminum and vinyl siding. Required Exterior materials used on a new structure shall be compatible in scale, texture and color with adjacent structures. Materials used on an addition to an existing structure shall relate to the existing or original materials of that structure. As much of the original structure as possible shall be retained so that the addition could be removed without damage to the basic structure and appearance of the building. Recommended Aluminum or vinyl siding may be used when it is the only feasible alternative. This siding should be compatible with the original size and style and with the materials of other buildings in the district. Prohibited Inappropriate materials such as asbestos, asphalt, molded or artificial stone, or artificial brick shall not be used. Not Recommended Glass blocks should not be used. Concrete block should not be used for anything other than foundations. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the ramp because it conforms to the Riverside Drive Guidelines for New Construction and Building Materials. The Riverside Drive Standards are silent on Entrances, Porches and Steps to the side and to the rear of the house. The ramp will be barely visible from Riverside Drive because of the landscaping and the close proximity of the houses. The ramp will be dismantled and removed from the site when it is no longer needed. A building permit is required. On a motion by Jerry Niezgodski with a second by Linda Riley Vote: 7 -0 COA 2010 -0326 was approved with a unanimous vote STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: 29 March 2010 Application Number: 2010 -0329 Property Location: 845 Park Avenue Architectural Style/Date /Architect or Builder: Dutch Colonial Revival/c.1920 Property Owner: Rita M. Dargis Landmark or District Designation: Chapin Park LHD/NR Rating: Contributing 2