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Additions that would change the existing façade of a building, alter its scale or architectural character or add new height shall not be <br />constructed. <br />Not Recommended <br />New stories should not be added nor should existing stories be removed which would destroy important architectural details, features or <br />spaces of the building. Any style or period of architectural that is incompatible with the existing building’s style should not be permitted in <br />the new additions. <br />b. BUILDINGS MATERIALS <br />Wall materials in the district range from brick, stucco, clapboard, shingles, aluminum, and vinyl siding. Patterned shingles or shakes are <br />common in gable ends and dormers. <br />Required <br />Exterior materials used on a new structure shall be compatible in type, scale, texture, and color with adjacent structures. Materials used on an <br />addition to an existing structure shall relate to the existing or original materials of that structure. As much of the original structure as possible <br />shall be retained so that the addition could be removed without damage to the basic structure and appearance of the building. <br />Recommended <br />Aluminum or vinyl siding may be used when it is the only feasible alternative. This siding should be compatible with the original size and <br />style and with the materials of other buildings in the district. <br />Prohibited <br />Inappropriate materials such as asbestos, asphalt, cast stone, or artificial brick shall not be used. <br />Not Recommended <br />Glass blocks should not be used. Concrete block should not be used for anything other than foundations. <br />c. SHEDS AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS <br />Accessory buildings are those structures that serve a specific subordinate function to the residence. These include garages, carports and <br />storage sheds. All of the accessory buildings are located in the rear yard. <br />Required <br />Sheds and accessory structures (gazebos, decks, doghouses, playhouses, fountains, and small reflecting pools, outdoor sculpture, children’s <br />play equipment, etc.) shall be located at the rear of the property and as unobtrusively as possible while preserving historic relationships <br />between the buildings, landscape features, and open spaced. Proportions and materials shall conform to those required for new construction. <br />Recommended <br />Accessory building designs should be compatible in character and mood to the residence and the neighborhood. <br />Prohibited <br />Prefabricated metal sheds shall be used. <br />Not Recommended <br />Prefabricated wood composition sheds should not be used unless they conform to all other standards. <br /> SITE VISIT REPORT: <br />On April 8th, 2021, Specialist Adam Toering met with Ms. Pfeil at the property to discuss various components <br />related to the siting and installation of solar panels. <br /> <br />STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval, contingent upon compliance with all required <br />zoning setbacks and lot coverage constraints. <br /> <br />Prepared by <br />Adam Toering, Historic Preservation Specialist