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Overhanging eaves, soffit, brackets and gables should not be covered or enclosed when adding siding to a building. D. ENTRANCES, PORCHES AND STEPS Most houses in the district have either an open or enclosed porch across the front. Most porches have either hip or gabled roofs or are covered by the main roof of the house. Required When deteriorated beyond repair, existing or original porches, stoops, patios and steps, including handrails, balusters, columns, brackets, tiles and roof decorations, shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design or by a design more in keeping with the historic period of the structure. Porches and additions reflecting later architectural styles and which are important to the building's historical integrity shall be retained. Recommended When enclosing porches for beat conservation or for other reasons, it should be done in a manner that does not alter the architectural or historical character of the building. Prohibited Front porches, stoops, patios and steps that are important to the building's style and development shall not be altered or removed; if in need of replacement, see above Required section. See also Section IV B. Access for Handicapped or Disabled Persons. Not Recommended Original porch details should not be replaced with materials representing a different period or style from the original. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the restoration of the porch balustrade and in-kind replacement of the decking. The Staff recommends approval of the reorientation of the steps to the front of the house as consistent with Free Classic front entrances. Staff recommends approval of the complete tear off and re -roof with architectural or dimensional asphalt shingles as these will imitate the look of the wood shake roofing materials used in 1906.