Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Signed Minutes - July 20, 2020

Home Browse Search

Legal Counsel Kennedy stated it could be beneficial to add that clarification on the approval. Commissioner Downs-Krostenko stressed the small lot size of the Edgewater neighborhood, and that many just have small front yards. Commissioner Gelfinan clarified that previous approvals were not forward of the setback of the house. Commissioner Hertel asked for a satellite view of the property to be brought up on the TV screens. Specialist Toering expressed that there were letters of support from the adjacent property owners. Commissioner Gelfman and Commissioner Hertel asked for clarification on exactly where the fence would be located. Mr. Czarnecki clarified the location of the fence on the side of the sunroom and house. Specialist Toering showed the Commission other properties in the neighborhood with enclosed side yards. Commissioner Hertel expressed support for the project but looked forward to landscaping improvements to hide it and provide more privacy. Commissioner Gelfman asked about moving the fence back from the sidewalk approximately two feet. Commissioner Hertel expressed concern about the location of the fence and setting precedent. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: Commissioner Hertel reiterated that there were two letters of support in the packet for this project from neighbors. Commissioner Downs-Krostenko made a motion to approve COA #2020-0626B as applied. Seconded by Commissioner Andrews. Eight in favor, none opposed. Vote: 8 — 0. Motion to approve COA #2020-0626B is passed. Commissioner Gelfman stated that were the homeowner to want to shift the fence some inches to allow for planting, to do so. Ms. Czarnecki asked if they would need to discuss planting with staff. The Commission reiterated that no official permission would be required for plantings, but staff would advise as needed. IV. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR A. Commissioner Downs-Krostenko asked about the fence issues at 619 Edgewater that are apparent in the photos of COA 2020-062613. There appears to be an unfinished fence. Commissioner Downs-Krostenko is concerned that the fence is a new material that does not appear to be wood. Specialist Toering clarified that no application is on file to replace the fence, but that previous approvals were for fence reconstructions. Commissioner Hertel asked for staff to investigate the minutes regarding the previous fence approvals. Commissioner Downs-Krostenko stated there may have been an approval for a vinyl fence in 2009, and that if the project were heard today, it may not be approved and that a wood fence would be recommended. B. Specialist Toering explained that 821 Ashland was pulled from the agenda because a repair agreement was entered into between Code Enforcement and the property owner for the reconstruction of this burned -out property. Staff has optimism that the house will be saved. V. REGULAR BUSINESS A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES i. Tabled until next month. B. STAFF REPORTS