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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 1990April 1990, Page 1 is M E M O R A N D U M TO: HPC Members FROM: Lori Dixon, Directorg� RE: April Meeting Information DATE: April 9, 1990 Please find enclosed the pertinent information for our meeting on Monday, April 16, 1990. The meeting will be in our usual location in Conference Room A on the 3rd floor of the County/City Building. Please read this information, as well as reviewing the information for last month's meeting, so that the meeting might proceed more quickly. I have ring binders for all commission members. You will notice that I have numbered the pages at the top and have prepared them for the binder. We will be contacting you Monday to remind you of the meeting. Please plan to attend. • C. • C J • April 1990, Page 2 AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Conference Room A, 3rd floor County/City Building 7:30 p.m. - Regular Monthly Meeting April 16, 1990 I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Public Hearing A. Certificates of Appropriateness - (Review) 1. 1029 Hudson - RD �e3 2. 16021 Cleveland Rd. - LL IV. Regular Business A. Approval of Minutes - March 19, 1990 B. Treasurer's Report - March 1990 C. Correspondence D. Committee Reports 1. Certificates of Appropriateness (Report) a). 630 W. Washington - LL b). 1120 E. Jefferson - EW c). 1224 E. Jefferson - EW 2. Budget & Finance 3. Legal rr a) . Amendment to City Ordinance 4. Historic Districts a) Meeting with Lincolnway East (Report) S. Historic Landmarks a) Central High School C.of A. Meeting (Report) b) 119 LaPorte Avenue - 1st Reading c) 1533 Lincolnway West - 1st Reading 6. Public Relations & Community Education 7. Personnel a) Pay Increases for Three Positions (Report) 8. Staff Reports a) Bi -Monthly Report V. Old Business 1 A. Studebaker Corridor - Proposals fie 4- VI. New Business w` e VII. Hearing of Visitors we .,�o';t. , . `•e<.< ,e,,� VIII. Announcements & Miscelaneous Matters IX. Adjournment • C7 • • • MINUTES Regular Meeting April 16, 1990 I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:37 p.m. II. Roll Call Third Floor Conference Room Room 322 County/City Building MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. Martha Choitz; Mr. Odell Newburn; Mr. John Oxian; Mr. Jed Eide; Mrs. Jean Dennen; Mr. Dave Chapleau, City Attorney; Mrs. Lori Dixon, Director. MEMBERS ABSENT: Mrs. Joann Sporleder; Mr. F. Jay Nimtz; Mr. Herb Heren- deen; Mrs. Janeanne Petrass. ALSO PRESENT: Mr. John O'Brien, 1029 Hudson; Mr. Kevin Boughal, SBT. III. Public Hearing A. Certificates ofAppropriateness--(Review) 1. 1029 Hudson --RD Mrs. Choitz moved to approve; Mr. Newburn seconded the motion; motion approved. 2. 16021 Cleveland Road --LL Mrs. Choitz moved to approve; Mr. Newburn seconded; motion approved IV. Regular Business A. Approval of minutes Mr. Newburn moved to approve minutes as submitted; Mrs. Choitz seconded; motion approved. B. Treasurer's Report --for March 1990. Mrs. Dennen moved to approve treasurer's report; Mr. Newburn seconded; motion approved. C. Correspondence --general correspondence (Appendix A) D. Committee Reports 1. Certificates of Appropriateness (Report) a) 630 W. Washington --LL Mrs. Dixon reported that this is the Cunningham property and that the owners were repairing/replacing wood on the porches with like material. It will have many certificates of appropriateness, • all pending Southold approval. b) 1120 E. Jefferson Mrs. Dixon reported that this C of A concerned two trees in the treelawn. One has died of Dutch Elm disease and the other may be showing symptoms of the same disease. The property owner wishes to remove these two trees and replant the entire treelawn with a uni- form type of maple. Parks Department has approved and has furnished a list of acceptable maples. Commission discussed the matter and decided to have the existing trees checked by Dave Barncort, Land- scape Architect, before proceeding, to make sure they really are dead. Mrs. Dixon agreed to notify the property owners not to proceed with their plans until after the check. c) 1224 E. Jefferson --EW. Mrs. Dixon reported proposed changes in two of the kitchen windows. 1) The rear window, which is not visible from the street, will be enlarged. This change has already been approved based on past precedent. 2) The other window, which has double -hung sashes, will be replaced with a multipaned window to match the other windows. Permission has been granted. 2. Budget and Finance --Computer Quotes Mrs. Dixon has no positive action to report but has made progress in deciding on a new computer for the commission. She has found • a computer for $1395, which is $400 less than any previous quotes. She stated that it was a better computer and hoped that the state office would also approve the acquisition of a printer to go with it. Proposed computer is a "generic model" but is IBM compatible. Mrs. Dixon will furnish a list of price quotes for the next meeting. 3. Legal a) Amendment to City Ordinance Mr. Oxian stated that while the commission has control of main- tenance/repairs of historic landmarks, it lacks such control of buildings in historic districts. The purpose of the amendment is to enable the commission to better meet the needs of the Building Department. It would apply primarily to the city and would probably not be brought out into the county, since no his- toric districts currently exist outside the city. Mr. Newburn moved to approve; Ms. Dennen seconded; motion approved. 4. Historic Districts a) Meeting with Lincolnway East (Report) Mrs. Dixon reported on an "interesting" meeting with some of the property owners there. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss and to get a review of the guidelines for this neighborhood. A liaison committee is required to do this; Laura Wiseman-Gnoth • agreed to serve as the head of the nominating committee. Mrs. Dixon attempted several days prior to get a progress report from Wiseman but could not reach her. Mrs. Dixon volunteered the commission's assistance for the committee. Additionally, Mrs. Dixon reported that stretches of the curb on the south side of the street are missing and agreed, at the request of the property owners, to see what could be done to remedy the situation. 5. Historic Landmarks a) Central High School C. of A. Meeting (report) Mrs. Dixon reported that this meeting basically reiterated the alterations that have previously been proposed. Since these alterations were no different from alterations that have pre- viously been approved, they were approved by the commission. The C. .of A. was then signed and sent to the Troyer group. The C. of A., Mrs. Dixon stated, applies only to the specified changes at the specified time. Any future projects regarding this site will require reapproval by the commission. b) 119 LaPorte Avenue --first reading Mr. Oxian reported that this house has been completely restored and refurbished, including fresh blue -grey paint and a fire alarm. It is located almost directly opposite the Oliver Mansion and is occupied. At one time, it sat right beside the Oliver house, but was moved. A full history of the house was obtained from the owners. Although this house was badly deteriorated five years ago, Oxian reported, it is now in excellent condition. It is historically interesting because it predates the Oliver house. Mention was also made of a yellow 2 -storey Italianate house fZearby--location not specified --which Mr. Oxian reported is the only one of its kind in the vicinity and is apparently unaltered on the exterior. He feels it may be historically significant and should be protected, but no action has as yet been taken. Oxian reported that no demolition bids have been taken on it. c) 1533 Lincolnway West Mrs. Dixon reported that surveyors had been sent out to resurvey the house. The house is in excellent condition and appears almost as it did when first built, apart from two aluminum front storm windows. It is dated circa 1919, according to Mr. Oxian. The original purpose was as a business and as a dormitory for It single men. The exchange building was used by the telephone company. Second reading pending next month. 6. Public Relations and Community Education No report. 7. Personnel 40 Mrs. Dixon reported that as of the previous Thursday, surveyor James Pastor's pay rate had been raised to $7/hour. The salary for the unfilled position of survey manager has been raised from $14,000 to $16,000/year, effective that day. Dixon also reported the hiring of Suzanne Booker to assist with various clerical and research tasks until July 1. This hiring was done through the per- • sonnel office. Mrs. Dixon reported that she has re -requisitioned the survey manager position and sent out letters to colleges and universities that offer preservation degrees, as well as to -local colleges and universities. 8. Staff Reports a) Bi -monthly Report Mrs. Dixon duly presented this report for inspection/approval. V. Old Business A. Studebaker Corridor --Proposals. Mr. Oxian requested all commission members to submit any and all proposals they might have on these buildings to the staff so that a definite set of proposals could be agreed upon and sent to Redevelopment. Already in existence is a report by Brian Poland from early last year. The deadline for new proposas is the May 21 meeting. Discussion was then instigated regarding the houses in the corridor. Mrs. Choitz suggested building a neighborhood around the brick house by moving the other houses in around it. Mr. Newburn objected, saying that such a neighborhood, given the close proximity of the industrial buildings, would inevitably becom a run-down, low-income area. Mr. Oxian pointed out that many of the houses are in poor condition and • suggested saving only the better ones. Mrs. Choitz stressed her belief that the real problem was the total indifference of developers and of the city of South Bend to these buildings. She suggested remedying this situation byebringing in developers which deal chiefly in restoring old buildings and said that the city so far had never approached such deve- lopers. Mrs. Dixon suggested offering to use the $1.3 million in funding (the cost estimated by Economic Development for demolishing the buildings) for a specific purpose as part of a deal with prospective developers (Example; use the money to repair the roof and windows). VI. New Business No report. VII. Hearing of Visitors No report. VIII. Announcements/Misc. No report IX. Adjournment Mr. Newburn moved to adjourn; Mrs. Choitz seconded; motion carried. • The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m. April 1990, Page 3 is STAFF REPORT John and Chris O'Brien 1029 Hudson South Bend, IN 46616 PROPOSAL The owners propose to enclose a rear lattice porch to create space for a bathroom. The exterior would be covered with aluminum or vinyl siding the same size as existing clapboard on the rest of the house. A window would be placed in the rear wall. The size of the room would remain 8'x 8'. STANDARDS New Construction A. Height and Proportion Additions to existing buildings shall be related in height and proportion to the existing structure. Additions that would add new height or change the existing facade of a building and change its scale and architectural character may not be constructed. B. Building Materials Materials used on an addition to an existing structure shall relate to the existing or original materilas of • that structure. Also, as much of the original structure as possible shall be retained so that the addition could be removed without damate to the basic structure and appearance of the building. Aluminum siding may be used when it is the only feasible alternative. This siding should be compatible with the original size and style and with the materials of other buildings in the district. RECOMMENDATION The lattice porch is a non-contributing feature of the building. The corner in question cannot be seen from the street. The house has two contributing porches, but not enough bath space. Therefore, the staff recommends that the owners be allowed to develop the 8'x 8' area as a bathroom, and that they be allowed to use siding of a comparable size if clapboard is cost prohibitive. 0 C. April 1990, Page 4 0 STAFF REPOPT Marcia Jasiewicz 16021 Cleveland Rd. Granger, IN 46530 PROPOSAL The tenant proposes, with the owner's permission, to replace the wood under the eaves with new wood, and to paint the replaced wood. QW."k, mi -;m Maintenance The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all structures or sites. RECOMMENDATION . The staff recommends that the tenant be allowed to replace the rotted wood with new and to paint the new wood. 0 Date historic preservation commission of south bend and st. joseph county Marc:; 12, 1990 Planner Lori Dixon Report of Meeting Time Location 11th Floor County/City Bldg. Central High School Certificate of Appro;riateness Meeting Members Present: Mr. John Oxian, Mrs. Jean Dennen, Mrs. Martha Choitz, Mrs. Janeanne Petrass, Mrs. Lori Dixon - Director. Members Absent: Mr. F. Jav Nimtz, Mr. Odell Newburn, Mrs. Joann Sporleder, Mr. Jed Eide, Mr. Herb Herendeen. Also Present: Mr. Royer Hulsey - The Troyer Group, Mr. Rollin Farrand, Jr. - South Bend Com1Tt:. rii t y School Corporation, Mr. Kevin Boughal - South Bend Tribune. The meeting be,_(an with the presentation of the HAWS drawings of the power plant, smoke stack, and VoTec building. Mr. Hulsey stated that copies of these drawings Would be available to the Commission. The discussion then moved to the various items up for final approval for the Certificate of Appropriateness. All plans for the exterior and landscaping were approved by the Central High School C. of A. Committee members present pending final approval by the Commission as a whole. The plans presented and approve -d are as follows: Roof: Removal of rooftop vents; glass enclosure of atrium areas. Three committee members approved; Mrs. Dennen abstained. Demol it ion: Removal of :ow?r plant, SI110ke stack, and ``IoTe-c building. The demolition is necessary to providle adequate parking for the facility. Mr. vXian voiced opposition _o _his plan; Mrs. Choi and Mrs. Petrass approved; Mrs. Dennen abstained. Windows: Replacement of the existing windows with aluminum of approximately the sande size, light placement, and fenestration; original blue color to be used. Three committee t'fieniber S approved; one abst _.. ned . historic preservation commission of south bend and st. joseph county Landscape: Recreate the 1914 landscape plan per a photograph of the period; remove existing fence; planting islands in parking area; remove three parking spaces on St. James Court; develop site of VoTec building, power plant, and smoke stack for parking. Three members approved; one abtai nQd , North Entry: Replace existing metal doors with a full light metal door; repair stained glass and cover with protective coating. Three members approved; one member abstained. West Entry and Wall: Cut door opening into existing gym area; extend glass entryway and doors from gym area; use stone entry from VoTec building to frame new doorway; salvage brick from demolition to construct entry and wall to frame identify new entry. Mrs. Choitz voiced opposition to the need for the wall on the grounds that people might conceive it as a means for the HPC to create additional expense for the taxpayers. She stated, however, that she would not vote against it. Mr. Oxian and Mrs. Petrass approved the plan; Mrs. Dennen abstained. The final Certificate of Appropriateness will be presented to the Historic Preservation Commission at its monthly meeting on March 19, 1990, and will be forwarded to Roger Hulsey at the Troyer Group on Tuesday, March 20, 1990. ik * 4w 0 0 e: ledgerl990 MARCH 1990 April 1990, Page 14 MAR. 5 PASTOR, JAMES FEB. 18 TO MAR 3, 1990; 24.50 6.50 #37868 159.25 61,573.35 MAR. 5 WIKMAN, MARY MAR. 4 TO MAR. 17, 1990; 70.00 6.50 #37869 455.00 61,118.35 MAR. 5 BOOKER, LEIGH MAR. 4 TO MAR. 17, 1990; 70.00 6.25 #37870 437.50 60,680.85 MAR. 20 ADAMS-REMCO MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT #38209 28.13 60,652.72 MAR. 20 WIKMAN, MARY MAR. 16 TO MAR. 31, 1990 65.00 6.50 #38228 422.50 60,230.22 MAR. 20 PASTOR, JAMES MAR. 7 TO MAR 17, 1990; 34.50 6.50 #38226 224.25 60,005.97 MAR. 20 BOOKER, LEIGH MAR. 18 TO MAR. 31, 1990 70.00 6.25 #38227 437.50 59,568.47 MAR. 30 BOOKER, LEIGH MILEAGE FOR SURVEYING 62.04 59,506.43 MAR. 8 CO. COMMISSIONERS POSTAGE FOR FEB. 1990 29.05 59,477.38 MAR. 8 CO. COMMISSIONERS SUPPLIES FOR FEB. 1990 88.39 59,388.99 MAR. 28 GENE'S CAMERA POLAROID FILM, 2 PKG. #38476 35.98 59,353.01 MAR. 16 ADJUSTMENTS TO MATCH COUNTY LEDGER JAN. 16 BUSINESS SYSTEMS SECRETARIAL DESK #36142 251.00 59,102.01 JAN. 16 ADAMS-RENCO TYPEWRITER PARTIAL PAYMENT #35860 376.00 58,726.01 JAN. 16 ADAMS-REMCO TYPEWRITER FINAL PAYMENT #35860 220.00 58,506.01 JAN. 16 NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL #35296 25.00 58,481.01 • April 1990, Page 15 • Appendix A CORRESPONDENCE a. Information on Preservation Law Database --b. Preservation Law Updates 1990-10 and 1990-12 C. Information on Preservation Week d. Invitation to NIHS annual membership meeting e. Information on HLFI Preservation Forums f. Common Bond, Fall 1989 issue g. Brochure on Servaas Memorial Award 1990 h. PANA newsletter i. Brochure on Preservation Challenges Conference j. Main Street Missive, Winter 1989 k. Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Annual Report to the President and Congress 1989 1. Information on publications from the Advisory Council M. Brochure on regional Main Street meeting focusing on design n. Invitation to meeting of St. Joseph Valley Masonry Contractors o. Internship notice from State Office P. Notification of position opening at state office q. PLR Advance, March 1990 r. Center City Update, March 16, 1990 • S. Assoc. of Indiana Museums workshop brochure _t. Preservation Law Updates 1990-9 and 1990-11 U. Request from National Trust to push Congress for greater funding for preservation V. Indiana Preservationist March -April 1990 W. Invitation to workshop on conservation programs X. Preservation News, March 1990 • .7 April 1990, Page 16 0 AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE Article 6.5, Section 21-117.2.(e)(7) currently reads: The Historic Preservation Commission may petition the Building Commissioner to use the legal means available to him to cause the maintenance and/or repair of any historic landmark in accordance with the intent of this article. The proposed amendment would cause this section to read: The Historic Preservation Commission may petition the Building Commissioner to use the legal means available to him to cause the maintenance and/or repair of any historic landmark, or property in a local historic district, in accordance with the intent of this article. • • April 1990, Page 17 BI -MONTHLY REPORT During the months of February and March the Commission has accomplished the following: The surveyors have begun Quadrant 68 and will begin Quadrant 57 shortly. The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Central High School. The Commission also held public hearing on the Studebaker Corridor issue. The Staff has solicited price quotes on a new computer for the office. The Commission and Staff have approved several Certificates of Appropriateness. The Commission has passed a resolution to work toward the retention of wooded areas and to urge the County and Common Councils to do likewise. The staff has offered technical service and information to • numerous citizens in the community and from outside the area. The Director, Mrs. Choitz, and Mrs. Petrass attended the Quarterly Regional Meeting of Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana. The Director met with Alan Goebes of the State Historic Preservation Office regarding the Commission's CLG status review. Jean Dennen was appointed to the Commission by Mayor Kernan in March to fill the position vacated by Gina DeLaurelle. • • �J • • r * Includes Training, Support, Installation, and Set -Up. COMPUTER PROPOSALS `Pandy Pan -Tech Epson County Microprocessor 286/1UMHz 386/16MHz 28G/10MHz 386/12MHz Internal Memory 1 MB 1 MB 640 K 1 MB Disk Drive 3-1/2" 3-1/2" 3-1/2" 3-1/2" Disk Drive Memory 1. 44MB 1. 44MB 1. 2MB 720K Hard Drive Memory 40 MB 40MB 40 MB 40 MB Monitor VGA Mono. Monochrome VGA Mono. 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