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I did find that most of the windows were structurally sound, but after years of multiple layers of paint and tubes of caulking, the performance and fit of the sashes is failing. I did not find a single pair of sashes that either lined up nor were air -tight. The top sashes are painted shut but have slipped down 1/4 to %2 inch, the previous owner then added caulk as a means to reduce air infiltration. Most of the windows are missing sash ropes and are thus in- operable. I also noticed that caulk was used in lieu of glazing for several windows on the exterior of the panes. Steve Szaday, Historic Preservation Inspector STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Taylor's Field Local Historic District Guidelines The Guidelines selected by the Taylor's Field Local Historic District are: (W) Rehabilitation Maintaining the existing character of the District, and whenever possible returning it to its original condition. Any rehabilitation would not require the removal of all non -original materials but would encourage the removal of all such materials which are incompatible with the defined elements of preservation for the District. The design of new construction or alteration would not require the duplication of the original design and construction, but should be compatible with the existing structures and the District's defined elements of preservation. The use of original materials or construction techniques would be encouraged, but contemporary methods and materials would be acceptable when compatible. H. EXISTING STRUCTURES C. WINDOWS AND DOORS Windows and door frames are in most cases wood. Brick structures have stone sills and brick lintels. In some cases where additional siding has been applied window trim has been covered. Many structures in the district have aluminum storm windows. Some houses retain wood framed storm windows. Required Original windows and doors shall be retained including sashes, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments, hoods and hardware. When deteriorated beyond repair, they shall be replaced with units and trim resembling the original. Recommended Wood frame storm windows and doors painted to match the original should be used but should not damage existing frames and should be removable. If new sashes or doors are installed, the existing or original materials, design and hardware should be used. When metal storm doors and windows are used, they should be painted, anodized or coated to match the existing. When awnings are used they should be of canvas material. • Prohibited Original doors, windows and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be restored and re -used in place. New window and door openings which would alter the scale and proportions of the building shall not be introduced. Inappropriate new window and door features, such as aluminum insulating glass combinations that require the removal of the original windows and doors, shall not be installed. Not Recommended Awnings, hoods and fake shutters made of metal, vinyl or fiberglass should not be used if they would detract from the existing character or appearance of the building. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Commission deny the application to install new vinyl windows in this structure on the basis that that the Taylor's Field Standards and Guidelines are explicit in stating that original windows "shall be retained." Staff further recommends that the arts -and -crafts style windows (with 16/1 divided light) original to the front bays should be replaced and restored. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator 40