September 20 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes

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CITY OF SOUTH BEND I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Commissioner Tiffany (AYE): Standards and guidelines. Commissioner Stalheim (AYE): Same. Commissioner Downs-Krostenko (AYE): The original windows seem to be in good shape for the most part, we have seen windows that aren't, and these look like they could be rehabilitated fairly easy, therefore from the cost point of view, I believe it is more effective to simply do the custom-made wood and storms and those materials are in compliance and are helpful and energy-efficient Commissioner Gelfman (AYE): I am in agreement with Dr. Downs, I believe the standards and guidelines are fairly evident in this case and looking at the storm windows themselves I believe that could be a huge increase in value for you as is the energy efficiency. Certificate of Appropriateness #2021-0907 is denied. Vote: 7-1. Seven in Favor, One opposed. COA#2021-0907 is denied. IV. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR Peter Wallace, 417 W. Navarre St. South Bend, IN 46616. (Audio Position: 1:18:54) i. Discussed potentially creating a non-profit for South Bend for the salvage, collection, and resale of historic building elements. Shelly Baumgartner (Audio Position: 1:26:29) i. Applied for a Certificate of Appropriateness, preliminary vote was taken and will be validated at next month's meeting. 2021-0907A 834 Forest Ave Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval. The applicant was represented by: Shelly Baumgartner, 315 S Taylor St. South Bend, IN 46601. The public was represented by: N/A After due consideration, the following action was taken: Upon a motion by Sarah Andrews, seconded by David Wyncott, and unanimously carried by vote, the Historic Preservation Commission APPROVES Certificate of Appropriateness Application #2021-0907A. Vote: 7-1. Seven in Favor, one opposed. COA#2021-0907A is approved. Page 15