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There is currently no heating or cooling system in place leaving moisture to fester and mold to be visible on furniture and carpets. The exterior of the building show signs of some needed masonry repairs especially on the non-functioning smoke stack which is currently reinforced with metal bands and bracing. 'There are a dozen areas ofspalling and mortar failure, but none that would represent any structural weakening. Many previous mortar repairs have been performed with favorable results, although ~without color match. The majority of the window sashes I saw look to be the original wood windows and to be in good condition. Some of the sills, exterior stops, and exterior trim work have many areas where replacement of those components would be required. This could be a result of a lack of maintenance and some of the boarding being improperly sized. "['his is most noticeable on the western and southern sides of the building. 1 had also noticed while entering the rooms how many doors, cabinets, shelves, windows, fixtures, blackboards, and lockers were still intact and in good shape. I even noticed a piano, desks, chairs, tables, and even a few rows of theatre seats that all could be salvaged or reused. I mentioned to Mr. Szymanski that if the application was approved that the school corporation should really salvage some of these pieces rather than just discarding them. Not just from ail environmentally responsible position, but also from a position where those who may have a personal connection to the school may get access to some of tile. physical history. He seemed receptive to the idea as well as mentioned that in the past, the demolition contractors had always gotten salvage rights, lie and Steve both mentioned times where they were able to utilize some lights and fixtures in other buildings where they would fit. lie also mentioned that some of the limestone architectural details are in the plans to be reused in the monuments that will be installed after the demolition if approved. The amount of brick alone in this structure is staggering. STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Group B A. Maintenance The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all stricture or sites. B. Treatment Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original forth. Such improveinerus include re -roofing, glazing, or landscaping lawns and may involve a change that can potentially enhance or detract from the character of the landmark. A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or in its environinent 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 an 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 forst and unity of the 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 carried through in the additions. Care should be taken not to change or alter the folloti -ing: 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. b. siding materials—the Commission discourages the covering or alteration of original materials with additional siding. Structures already sided with incompatible materials should be returned to a siding similar to the original when renovation is considered. D. Demolition Historic landmarks shall not be demolished. When a landmark poses a threat to the public safety, and demolition Is the only alternative, documentation by ti4ay of photographs, measured drawings, or other descriptive methods should be made of bout tile exterior and interior of the landmark. The person or agency responsible for demolition of the landmark shall be responsible for this documentation. E. Movin Tile moving of landmarks is discouraged, however, moving is preferred to demolition. When moving is necessary, the owner of the landmark must apply to tite Commission for a Certificate of Appropriateness. F. S. igris No neon or flashing signs will be permitted unless they are original to the structure. Billboards and super -graphics will also be disallowed. Only one appropriate identifying sign will be permitted per business.