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The majority of structures in the district are two stories high and are square, rectangular, or irregular in plan. There are a few story -and -a -half residences. The prevalent facade proportions are between 1:1 and a 1:2 height -to -width ratio. Required The height of a new structure and its height -to -width proportions shall be consistent with adjacent buildings in the district. The building height shall be no greater than that of the tallest existing structure and no less than that of the lowest existing structure of the same type in the same block. Fagade proportions shall be established by permitting no structure with a fagade wider or narrower than those existing in the same block. Additions to existing buildings shall be related in height and proportion to the existing structure. Recommended Contemporary designs should be compatible in character and mood to the building or neighborhood. Prohibited Additions may not be constructed that would change the existing fagade of a building, alter its scale or architectural character, or add new height Not Recommended New stories should not be added, nor should existing stories be removed, which would destroy important architectural details, features or spaces of the building. Any style or period of architecture that is incompatible with what exists should not be permitted in the new additions. B. BUILDING MATERIALS Wall materials in the district include brick, stucco, half-timbering, stone, clapboard, shingle, and metal and vinyl siding Required Exterior materials used on a new structure shall be compatible in scale, texture and color with adjacent structures. Materials used on an addition to an existing structure shall relate to the existing or original materials of that structure. As much of the original structure as possible shall be retained so that the addition could be removed without damage to the basic structure and appearance of the building. Recommended Metal or vinyl siding may be used when it is the only feasible alternative. This siding should be compatible with the original size and style and with the materials of other buildings in the district. Prohibited Inappropriate materials such as asbestos, asphalt, molded or artificial stone, or artificial brick shall not be used. Not Recommended • Glass blocks should not be used. Concrete block should not be used for anything other than foundations • STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of this project, based upon he application's conformity to the ,new construction' sub -section of the Standards and Guidelines, and the precedent created through the approval of a similar project in 2008. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Gordon made a motion to approve COA #2018-0815 as submitted. Seconded by Commissioner Fisher. Six in favor, none opposed. Vote: 6 — 0 Motion to approve COA#2018-0815 is passed. 3. 549 River COA# 2018-0828A #6846-80 Edgewater Place Representation: Rosario Mittiga, 26142 Twin Lake Trail STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS 5