6. 711 Leland Avenue_COA 2024-0603 PACKET

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227 West Jefferson Blvd., Suite 1400S | Ph: 574-235-9371 | Fx: 574-235-9021 | hpcsbsjc@southbendin.gov Description of Proposed Work Please provide a brief detailed summary of the scope of work to be performed. By signing this application, I agree to abide by all local regulations related to project and to obtain all applicable Building Permits. The owners of 711 Leland, Amanda Shutts and Andrew Caspers, are enthusiastic about revitalizing this property into a hub of activity that will enhance both the building and the surrounding neighborhood. Situated adjacent to a newly established private park, the property will offer convenient access for pedestrians and cyclists, enhancing its appeal to the local community. While parking is limited, the owners plan to share the parking lot at Firehouse No.6 (also owned by Amanda and Andrew) by staggering business hours to minimize congestion and encourage alternative modes of transportation. Conceptually, the project will provide a first floor restaurant with three interior and one outdoor dining areas. A gourmet market at the front of the building will provide quick grab-and-go service from possibly 7am to 6pm, while the restaurant will offer full-service dining between 7am and 2pm to mitigate noise and disturbance to nearby residents. A single apartment will be located upstairs. The extensive renovation work will involve the entire building, including every element of the exterior. After all vinyl and aluminum siding are removed from the structure the original siding and trim will be assessed. Existing materials will be reused if at all possible. Where needed, new siding and trim material will be installed to match existing adjacent siding and trim. Most existing windows will be restored and rebuilt. Those that have deteriorated beyond repair will be replace with new wood or wood/clad units of the same size and function. The third floor will be expanded under a new roofline that will extend the existing main gable to the rear of the building. This will help unify the overall appearance of the structure. The two-story front porch will be completely rebuilt and expanded around the sides of the structure. All new porches will have a steel sub-structure with wood joists and wood T&G decking. Traditional wood balustrades will be installed between 8-18” square/round posts. A new covered porch at the rear of the building will provide tsome of he seasonal dining area noted above. The commercial kitchen exhaust fan and make-up air equipment may be set on this roof so that they are not visible from the street and don’t interfere with walkways at grade. Another purpose for the extensive wrap around porches is to help facilitate ADA and handicapped access to the building. The owners extend their gratitude for your support. Thank you.