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Structures such as: gazebos, patio decks, fixed barbecue pits, swimming pools, tennis courts, green houses, new • walls, fountains, fixed garden furniture, trellises, and other similar structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and neighborhood and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way. 2. Recommended New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers. Plant materials and trees in close proximity to the building that are causing deterioration to the buildings historic fabric should be removed. However, trees and plant materials that must be removed should be immediately replaced by suitable flora. Front yard areas should not be fenced except in cases where historic documentation would indicate such fencing appropriate. Fencing should be in character with the buildings style, materials, and scale. 3. Prohibited No changes may be made to the appearance of the site by removing major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, outbuildings, and other elements before evaluating their importance to the property's history and development. Front yard areas shall not be transformed into parking lots nor paved nor blacktopped. The installation of unsightly devices such as TV reception dishes and solar collectors shall not be permitted in areas where they can be viewed from public thoroughfares. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that proposed sign be redesigned to have logo and "Weigand Construction" mounted on a bar, in the same way as Centier Bank sign on north side, so that the solid, white background could be removed from the design. Additionally, prior to HPC approval, that the sign be in compliance with Design Review guidelines for signs in the South Bend Central Development Area. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist • Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator