2. 66251 Cedar Street_COA 2023-0309

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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY Phone: 574/235.9371 Fax: 574/235.9021 Email: hpcsbsjc@southbendin.gov 3. Prohibited No changes may be made to the appearance of the site by removing major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walk- ways, outbuildings, and other elements before evaluating their importance to the property’s history and develop- ment. Front yard areas shall not be transformed into parking lots nor paved nor blacktopped. The installation of unsightly devices such as TV reception dishes and solar collectors shall not be permitted in areas where they can be viewed from public thoroughfares. SITE VISIT REPORT: Administrator Toering visited the site on Monday, March 6, 2023 to discuss the proposed project with the applicant and the contractors. Staff documented the condition of the primary structure (as well as the cabin) at that time. The farmhouse exhibits multiple later additions, primarily on south/southwest sides, includ- ing a large one and a half story shed roof addition that awkwardly interacts with the main structure. The exterior aluminum siding is covering earlier wooden siding, this siding appears to be in the expected condition. Windows on the primary structure appear to be later vinyl replacements. A wooden porch was recently removed in prepara- tion of the proposed project. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The proposed changes constitute a comprehensive alteration to the exterior ap- pearance, massing, configuration, and material of the structure. Original character defining features — specifically the window configuration and proportions, as well as the under-eave decorative spindle work — are proposed for removal or will be severely altered. The Standards and Guidelines state that “Structures already sided with incom- patible materials should be returned to a siding similar to the original when renovation is considered.” Staff recom- mends denial. Prepared by Adam Toering, Historic Preservation Administrator