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environment may require a Certificate of Appropriateness if it significantly alters the appearance of the landmark. Although these kinds of changes may not require a Building Permit, a Certificate of Appropriateness may be necessary. The commission should review the proposed treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces. C. Renovation and Additions Renovation is the modification of a structure, which does not alter the general massing while and addition, is a change in mass. A modification, which involves the removal of a part of the landmark, should be considered under demolition (see demolition). Additions to landmarks should not detract from the original form and unity of ht landmark and should not cover singular examples of architectural detail. Additions to landmarks should be added in a manner that does not disrupt the visible unity of overall appearance of the site. The proportions, materials and ratios of the existing structures should be carred through in the additions. Care should be taken not to change or alter the following: 1. Structure—Necessary structural improvements, where safety demands should be accomplished in such a way as to cause minimal visual change to the original style and construction. 2. Material—Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should be of the same material as the original. It should be the same size and texture. An alternative material may be allowed if it duplicates the original. a. wood—all wood trim should conform with existing trim in shape and size. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the project as it conforms to the guidelines. It is replacing an awkward addition with one that is more appropriate to the scale and materials of the house. It will give the house a more balanced appearance from the street by matching more closely with the north wing. On a motion by Todd Zeiger with a second by Jerry Niezgodski to accept application as submitted. Vote: 6-0 COA 2011-0412 was approved as submitted. STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: 4 May 2011 Application Number: COA#2011-0421 Property Location: 1615 East Wayne Street Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Tudor Revival/1929/H.R. Stapp for Whitcomb and Keller Property Owner: J.C. and Julie Ducom Landmark or District Designation: East Wayne Street Rating: Contributing DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: The brick house is a 2 '/2 storeys with a rectangular plan and steep gable roof with thin wood rake trim. The roof is slate and the shed roof dormer is also covered in slate. There is a series of 5 diamond paned lead glass windows across the front. There are 8 light casement windows in the lower and upper levels. There are brick chimneys at each end and half-timbering and stucco on the west side toward the rear and the back gable. ALTERATIONS: Fifteen windows were replaced with Eagle brand casement windows with COA# 1997-0825. APPLICATION ITEMS: Remove existing deteriorated slate the roof, water damaged sub straight and install high quality GAF Grand Slate fiberglass asphalt Look -a -like. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Remove the original, but failing slate roofing material. Repair decking as needed, install ice and water shield and install GAF Grand Slate Fiberglass Asphalt roofing material. Haul away all debris. STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: East Wavne Street: B. ROOFS AND ROOFING Roof shapes in the district encompass most of the various designs found in residential structures. Roofs are covered with a variety of materials such as asphalt, asbestos, wood, and slate shingles, as well as clay tiles.. Residences in most cases have wood fascias with gutters and downspouts. The fascia of some vinyl or metal sided houses are covered with the same material. Required The existing shape and materials of the roof shall be retained. All architectural features which give the roof its essential character shall be retained, including dormer windows, cupolas, cornices, brackets, chimneys, cresting and weather vanes. Recommended Whenever possible, the original shape and materials of the roof shall be restored. Particular effort should be made to retain materials such as slate, tile, and other unique materials not commonly found in new construction. Roof covering which is deteriorated beyond repair should be replaced with new material that matches as closely as possible the original in composition, size, shape, color and texture. Gutters and downspouts are often a necessary adjunct in order to prevent deterioration of the structure; they should be maintained whenever possible or replaced with a style comparable and suitable to the architectural period. Prohibited