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shed; RME #2007-0607A in-kind replacement of windows over garage with new Pella casements; COA #2007-0607A in-kind replacement of windows over the garage; COA #2007-0307A replace stockade fence with black ornamental aluminum fence; RME #2007-0307 in-kind replacement of yard light, remove arborvitae and gingko trees, plant six trees in tree lawn; COA #1995-0626 in-kind replacement of windows with new. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Infill with Marvin Ultimate or equal wood windows and doors at covered open-air pass-through between house and garage; replace jalousie units at 3 -season porch with Marvin Ultimate or equal wood casements and French doors to make space 4 -season. Add traditional painted cedar railing at roof porch to screen fitture condensers. " DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks approval for the following improvements to the site: 1. Re -construction of existing three -season porch (on western fagade) a. Replacing existing plastic -louvered jalousie windows with Marvin Wood Ultimate Casement windows, b. Removing courses of existing brick on the north elevation of this extension to allow the installation of Marvin Wood Ultimate French Doors (with transom above), c. Installation of decorative railing atop this enclosed space to conceal existing condenser units, to be constructed out of cedar posts, balusters, and railings. d. Installation of powder -coated aluminum gutters, downspouts, and flashing to match the rest of house 2. Enclosing the current pass-thru between the main structure and the garage, a. Wood frame construction between existing timber posts and beams, b. Marvin Wood Ultimate casement windows and doors with simulated divided lights and flush board panels beneath the window openings. SITE VISIT REPORT: N/A GROUP B STANDARDS: LOCAL LANDMARKS: The Commission has the authority to determine the architectural merits and the extent of any proposed treatment, renovation, or addition to a historic landmark. The commission will require drawings, plans, specifications, and/or samples where appropriate. A. Maintenance The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all structure or sites. B. Treatment Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original form. Such improvements include re -roofing, glazing, or landscaping lawns and may involve a change that can potentially enhance or detract from the character of the landmark. A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or in its environment may require a Certificate of Appropriateness if it significantly alters the appearance of the landmark. Although these kinds of changes may not require a Building Permit, a Certificate of Appropriateness may be necessary. The commission should review the proposed treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces. C. Renovation and Additions Renovation is the modification of a structure, which does not alter the general massing while an addition, is a change in mass. A modification, which involves the removal of a part of the landmark, should be considered under demolition (see demolition). Additions to landmarks should not detract from the original form and unity of the landmark and should not cover singular examples of architectural detail. Additions to landmarks should be added in a manner that does not disrupt the visible unity of overall appearance of the site. The proportions, materials and ratios of the existing structures should be carried through in the additions. Care should be taken not to change or alter the following: 1. Structure Necessary structural improvements, where safety demands should be accomplished in such a way as to cause minimal visual change to the original style and construction. 2. Material—Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should be of the same material as the original. It should be the same size and texture. An alternative material may be allowed if it duplicates the original. a. wood—all wood trim should conform with existing trim in shape and size. b. siding materials—the Commission discourages the covering or alteration of original materials with additional siding. Structures already sided with incompatible materials should be returned to a siding similar to the original when renovation is considered. D. Demolition Historic landmarks shall not be demolished. When a landmark poses a threat to the public safety, and demolition is the only alternative, documentation by way of photographs, measured drawings, or other descriptive methods should be made of both the exterior and interior of the landmark. The person or agency responsible for demolition of the landmark shall be responsible for this documentation. E. Movin The moving of landmarks is discouraged, however, moving is preferred to demolition. When moving is necessary, the owner of the landmark must apply to the Commission for a Certificate of Appropriateness. F. Signs • No neon or flashing signs will be permitted unless they are original to the structure. Billboards and super -graphics will also be disallowed. Only one appropriate identifying sign will be permitted per business. G. Building Site and Landscaping 7