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APPLICATION ITEMS: Propose to remove and replace asphalt shingle roofing and add solar panels to roof per attached info. Roofing to be architectural shingles (lifetime). From attached schematic: "There are 12 panel in this system. There will be one string of 12 going to one inverter. The panels will be mounted 5 inches off the roof flush with the roof slope. There will be Optimizers on the underside of each panel." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Application is for removal of existing asphalt shingles, followed by replacement by Timberline HD fiberglass asphalt shingles in Pewter Gray. This portion can be considered a "Routine Maintenance Exclusion", and staff are prepared to treat it as such. The Solar panels will be installed by Solar Energy Systems of Nappanee, IN. Attached schematic indicates that twelve Neo Solar Power Mono -Crystalline Photovoltaic Module Solar Panels will be installed on the roof on a racking -system in the following positions: four (4) panels will be placed on the west side of the roof along the ridgeline at the rear of the property, four panels will be placed on the east side of the roof along the ridgeline at the front of the property, two panels will be on the south side of the gable facing the street, two panels will be on the north side of the gable facing the street. A disconnect switch will be installed near the utility meter. Eight of these proposed panels will be in view (through foliage) from the street. PRESERVATION SPECIALIST REPORT: On October 2, 2017 at approximately 9:30am, I visited the property located at 911 Leland Ave. This property is part of the Chapin Park Local Historic District. I took photographs from the west, east, and north. The areas on the front roof above the doorway is visible from the street so is the southeastern pitch of the main roof. The trees in front have lost some leaves which allows greater visibility which will be even greater when the leaves all fall. Steve Szaday Preservation Specialist STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: CHAPIN PARK B. ROOFS AND ROOFING Roof shapes in the district encompass all the various designs found in residential structures: hipped, gabled, gambrel, flat and combinations of these. 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 fascias of some vinyl- and aluminum - sided houses are covered with the same materials. Required The existing shape and type of 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 The original shape and materials of the roof should 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 Nothing shall be done to change the essential character of the roof as viewed from a street by adding architectural features or large unsightly fixtures, or by using materials inappropriate to the style of the house. The roof shall not be stripped of architectural features important to its character. Not Recommended Overhanging eaves, soffit, brackets and gables should not be covered or enclosed when adding siding to a building. E. MECHANICAL SERVICES The majority of the structures within the district have oil or gas heat, and have brick chimneys through the roof. Some houses have one or two window air conditioners. Required Required mechanical systems shall be placed in areas that will result in the least possible alteration of the structural integrity and physical appearance of the building. Recommended Solar collectors and TV dishes should be placed in the rear of the property and shielded by shrubbery and landscaping. Window air conditioners and exhaust fans should be installed at the rear or an inconspicuous side window. Original lighting fixtures should be utilized whenever possible. Prohibited Holes shall not be cut through walls or roofs in areas that can be seen from the street to accommodate air conditioners or other mechanical equipment. Not Recommended