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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 Metal 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. C. SHEDS AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS Accessory buildings are those structures that serve a specific subordinate function to the residence. These include garages, carports and storage sheds. All of the accessory buildings are located in the rear yard. Most of the garages were designed in an architectural style related to the residence and were constructed at the same time as the residence. Required Accessory buildings shall be located at the rear of the property and as unobtrusively as possible while preserving historical relationships beuveen the buildings, landscape features and open spaces. Proportions and materials shall conform to those required for new construction. Recommended Accessory building designs should be compatible in character and mood to the residence and the neighborhood. Prohibited Prefabricated metal sheds shall not be used. Not Recommended Prefabricated wood composition sheds should not be used unless they conform to all other standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed projects as they conform to the guidelines for East Wayne Street. Elicia Feasel Deputy Director On a motion by Michele Gelfman with a second by Elizabeth Hertel to approve application as presented. Vote: 6 — 0 unanimous. COA #2015 -0803B Approved. III. HEARING OF VISITORS — None. IV. REGULAR BUSINESS A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — July 20, 2015 approved by general consent. B. TREASURER'S REPORT 1. Location Report — In packet. C. STAFF REPORTS 1. Correspondence — Circulated. 2. Routine Maintenance Exclusion Approvals — Circulated. 3. Director's Report — Distributed. Discussion. 4. Assistant Director Report — Distributed. 5. Preservation Specialist Report — Distributed. 6. Legal Counsel — None. D. COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. President's — Distributed. 2. Legal Affairs —None. 3. Indiana Bicentennial — Elizabeth Hertel updated. V. OLD BUSINESS — A. Commissioner Vacancy —None. Common Council application circulated. _B. 3 - _Update on windows. Based upon the significant material change, applicant will need to reapply for the COA. 0