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transformed into parking lots nor paved nor blacktopped. Front yard areas shall not be fenced, or fences shall not extend forward beyond the setback line of the property. Telephone or utility poles with high intensity overhead lights should be installed so that they cannot be seen from the thoroughfare. The installation of unsightly, large devices such as television satellite dishes shall not be permitted in areas where they can be viewed from the public thoroughfare. III. NEW CONSTRUCTION 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. New work may be contemporary of may suggest motifs from the historic buildings. New construction design should be clearly differentiated from the design of the historic buildings. A. HEIGHT AND PROPORTION The majority of structures in the district are two stories in height and are square or rectangular 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 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 or spaces of the building. Any style or period of architecture that is incompatible with what exists should not be permitted in the new additions. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the project as it conforms to the guidelines for the back yards and new construction in River Bend. Catherine D. Hostetler, Director Commissioner Niezgodski disclosed that although he is a friend, he will not need to recluse himself from this vote. On a motion by Dave Steinhauer with a second by Kevin Buccellato to amend application to allow for a maximum size footprint of 16' x 22' and to allow for a roof pitch of 3:12 plus or minus. Vote: 6 — 0. On a motion by Jerry Niezgodski with a second by Tom Gordon to approve application as amended. Vote: 6 — 0 Unanimous. COA#2013-0603'Approved as Amended. 5.510 South St. Joseph COA#2013-0605 Taylor's Field No representation STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: 06.05.2013 Application Number: 2013-0605 Property Location: 510 S. St. Joseph Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: American Foursquare/1894 Property Owner: Mike Baxter Landmark or District Designation: Taylor's Field Rating: Contributing DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: 2 storey plus attic irregular plan on stone block foundation. Siding is wood shingles. Roof is a hip with hip dormers on sides, covered in asphalt shingles. A full front entrance porch features a side enclosure and a second storey porch is centered in front. Windows are 1/1 double hung. ALTERATIONS: A side entrance has been added. A large concrete block addition has been added on back (east) side. APPLICATION ITEMS: Re -roof entire house. 5