Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Signed Minutes - July 15, 2019

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Staff recommends that the project be given a preliminary approval (indicating support for the overall concept o f constructing a new structure at the proposed site) with the following conditions: 1) That the applicant would… a. engage a licensed architect to prepare a comprehensive site plan for the grounds around the proposed structure, detailing new paths and plantings to ensure that the structure remains obscured from the main farmstead and street, b. consider taking design cues from the extant historical record of the previous structure that stood at this site and attempt to include / replicate those features in the new structure, c. finalize construction plans for the structure, including materials (fixtures, windows, doors, roof, and foundation). 2) Having prepared this new information, the applicant would return to the Historic Preservation Commission and present their completed construction and site plan for final approval. Following public discussion and deliberation, the following motion for conditional approval was made: Commissioner Molnar made a motion as recommended by staff, but striking the line requiring a licensed architect, but requesting that a comprehensive site plan be created for the project. Seconded by Commissioner Bonham. Vote: 5 – 0 Motion to approve COA#2018-0608 as amended is passed. Commissioner Fisher made a motion to wave the reapplication fee. Seconded by Commissioner Bonham. Five in favor, none opposed. Vote: 5 – 0 Motion to wave the reapplication fee is passed. Foliage and tree cover will be removed to facilitate construction. This will be replaced to shield the structure from the street following completion. Windows will be six-over-six to complement the house. Steel doors will be present on the South and East sides, including a garage door (replicating the style of the garage door on the house). SITE VISIT REPORT: Historic Preservation Specialist Adam Toering and Historic Preservation Inspector Steve Szaday made a site visit on Monday, June 4th 2018 to discuss the project and survey the proposed area. Both staff members expressed concern to the property owner regarding the lack of information in the application, and fear that the project may be received unfavorably by the Commission . The property owner expressed the desire to continue with the application after hearing the concerns of both Historic Preservation staff members. STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Local Landmark Group B 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 ma y 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 ad dition, 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 shou ld 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.