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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 retroactive approval of the application to install seven new vinyl windows in this structure. Staff recommends approval of the application to remove the vinyl 2 -lite windows and refurbish the original windows, as they are a character defining feature of the house. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator • PUBLIC COMMENTARY: Rob Koon, 51415 Stony Brook Drive — His business offers affordable window solutions to an economically challenged area of the community. Mr. Koon further discussed the energy conservation of the vinyl windows, and suggested options for modifying the windows with the addition of applique mullions. Commissioner Anderson made a motion to approve application #2018-0206 as presented, with the two windows to be refurbished to be remanded to Staff opinion. Seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Five in favor, none opposed. Vote: 5 — 0 COA#2018-0206 is conditionally approved. 1. 1728 E Wayne St COA# 2018-0118 #7796-87 East Wayne Street Historic District No Representation. STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS • Date: February 12 2018 Application Number: 2018-0118 Property Location: 1728 East Wayne Street