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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the project, as it is in keeping with the Standards & Guidelines <br />of the Chapin Park Local and National Historic District. <br />Written by • <br />Adam Toering <br />Historic Preservation Specialist <br />Approved by <br />Elicia Feasel <br />Historic Preservation Administrator <br />Public Discussion: Kevin Buccellato, 304 Twyckenham Drive — Mr. Buccellato endorsed Marvin <br />Windows' historic line of products. <br />Commissioner Gelfman made a motion to approve as submitted. Seconded by Commissioner <br />Gordon. <br />Six in favor, none opposed. <br />Vote: 6 - 0. Motion to approve COA #2018-0403 is passed. <br />6. 504 E. LaSalle Avenue COA# 2018-0404A #7591-1986 Local Landmark <br />Representation: Al Lusk, 909 North St. Peter (Contractor) <br />STAFF REPORT <br />CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A <br />CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS • <br />Date: 2 April 2018 <br />Application Number: 2018-0404A <br />Property Location: 504 East LaSalle Avenue <br />Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Italianate/Neoclassical/1900/1924/J.C. Lauber Company <br />Property Owner: Greater Lowell Holdings, LLC <br />Landmark or District Designation: Local Landmark, Ordinance #7591-1986; National Register East Bank Multiple Property <br />Listing <br />Rating: Contributing <br />DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/SITE: The J.C. Lauber Company building is described in the National Register listing as a <br />unique example of the Commercial -Functional style of architecture that combines utility with ornament. The structure is comprised <br />of several additions with the primary LaSalle Street facing constructed as a one-story, rectangular -plan, commercial building with <br />a foundation of concrete and rubble, walls are brick and block. A metal cornice stretches seventy feet across the facade. Roof is <br />flat. LaSalle Street fagade features modillions on ends of dentilled cornice with scroll end brackets. The front elevation has a <br />strong horizontal emphasis. Windows are divided into nine bays and are wood framed, fixed plate glass with solid transoms above. <br />Front entrance is a wood double door with glass. The 1924 addition, directly behind the 1900 building, is a one-story, rectangular - <br />plan, constructed of concrete block, with a flat roof. Windows are metal with multi -panels. The rear of the building is organized <br />by multiple additions and incorporate various garage doors. Signage exists on all sides, both attached to and painted directly on <br />the structure, reflecting different eras of the former J.C. Lauber business. <br />ALTERATIONS: COA 2005-1031 approved demolition of portion of building constructed in 1882 at northwest corner of LaSalle <br />and Niles. COA 2006-0413 approved reinstallation of J.C. Lauber Sheet Metal sign, formerly on west side of 1882 portion of <br />building. COA 2016-1128 to demolish 5,000 sq. ft. building was not executed. Retroactive approval of 180 11.. of commercial <br />grade ornamental aluminum fence enclosing northwest corner. <br />APPLICATION ITEMS: See attached application items, plans, and elevations. • <br />DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: <br />1. North (LaSalle) fagade <br />18 <br />