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in scale, building materials and textures to the building to which the addition is made. Retain as much of the original structure as possible, so that the addition could be removed without damage to the basic structure and appearance of the building. Prohibited: Do not use asbestos or asphalt siding. Do not use artificial brick or cast stone siding. Do not use glass brick. Structural concrete block may be used only on foundations for new construction or additions. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of this project as it is in keeping with the West North Shore Drive Standards and Guidelines. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Anderson made a motion to approve as submitted. Seconded by Commissioner Molnar. Six in favor, none opposed. Vote: 6 - 0. Motion to approve COA #2018-0322 is passed. 4. 701 Portage Ave COA# 2018-0402 #6242-1977 / 9574-05 Local Landmark Representation: Norrie Emmons, 2627 East McKinley, South Bend Amanda Schutts, 3555 Bear Drive, San Diego, California 92103 Eric Stalheim, 902 E Washington, South Bend STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: 5 April 2018 Application Number: 2018-0402 Property Location: 701 N Portage Avenue Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Romanesque Revival / 1898 / Charles A. Brehmer (Architect) Property Owner: Andrew Caspers and Amanda Shutts Landmark or District Designation: Chapin Park Local Historic District, Ordinance 49574-05; National Register District; Local Landmark, Ordinance #6242-1977. Rating: Outstanding DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/SITE: Fire House #6 is one of the oldest extant fire houses in South Bend. The triangular plot, of which the building is situated, has a long connection to South Bend's history. During the Civil War, the land was used as part of Camp Rose, a training ground for local troops headed to war. The Saint Joseph County Agricultural Society later owned the land and used it as part of their fair grounds. In 1896, the City of South Bend purchased the land to build a "Hose House" on the property, serving the City until it was decommissioned in 1967. The Civic Theatre used the structure as a theatre and workshop for nearly fifty years following. Fire House #6 is a two and a half story, brick structure, with rectangular plan and hip and gabled roof with dormer. There is a hose tower protruding from the roof at the rear. The front first story features the main equipment door, a thin, curved corrugated metal canopy supported by cast iron brackets designed with a sun and scroll motif. Brick pilasters with stone capitals support a false brick arch at second story. Windows are wood, 1/1 with some fixed in attic and hose tower. Centered between two second story windows is a large stone placard with No. 6 in relief. ALTERATIONS: COA # 1985-0819 permitted the cleaning of bricks, replace roof ventilator, windows, and rear entry door. COA #1987-1019 permitted the replacement of the entrance door. COA #1988-1207 permitted the installation of curbing at the • Portage -Lindsey intersection as per Project no. MG -000-C Fed Rd. Region 5. COA #1989-0208 permitted the installation of security lights with wiring concealed by the eave material and covered in metal conduit painted to match the structure. COA #1989-0602 permitted the removal of old roofing and re -roofing with Owens Corning 3 -tab 20 -year shingles. COA #1993-1118 permitted the repair of holes and the straightening of the edges of the canopy. COA# 1994-1215 permitted the grading of the 9