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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 1994AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING of the HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Regular Monthly Meeting County Commissioner's 7:30 p.m. Conference Room 7th Floor, County -City Bldg. Monday July 18, 1994 I.. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Public Hearing A. Certificates of Appropriateness 1. 615/617 East Riverside Drive (2) -- RB-LHD 2. 1067 Riverside Drive -- RD-LHD 3. 61191 U.S. 31 South -- LL 4. 1220 East Wayne (N) -- EW-LHD IV. Regular Business A. Approval of Minutes - June 20, 1994 B. Treasurer's Report C. Correspondence D. Committee Reports 1. C of A (staff approvals) A. Eutzler-Hollingshead Cemetery -- LL; removal of dead tree B. 615/617 East Riverside Drive -- RB-LHD; in-kind replacement of previously removed front concrete steps C. 1081 Riverside Drive -- RD-LHD; installation of central air conditioning 2. Budget and Finance 3. Legal 4. Historic Districts A. Publication and distribution of the RB-LHD standards books B. Publication and distribution of the Historic Trees Pilot Survey 5. Historic Landmarks A. 520 East Colfax Avenue, the Dille/Probst House; 1st reading Common Council July 25, 1994 B. Historic streetlight, corner of Niles and Leeper; 2nd reading C. 310 West Monroe, historic Olivet A.M.E. Church; 2nd reading D. Historic Landmarks Committee met June 29 and July 6 E. Central. High School Committee met July 7 6. Standards and Maintenance 7. Personnel 8. Staff Reports A. 801 N. Eddy, First A.M.E. Zion Church B. Lincolnway West Potential LHD C. CLG Conference in Nappanee, IN D. Walker Field Shelter E. Farmers Security Bank Building; 133 S. Main F. Lafayette Building; 115 S. Lafayette V. Old Business VI. New Business YVII. Hearing of Visitors +III. Announcements & Miscellaneous Matters IX. Adjournment yno-Al'�'j a&07,n `r 1 AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING of the HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Regular Monthly Meeting 7:30 p.m. Monday July 18, 1994 I. Call to Order II. Roll Call 111. Public Hearing A. Certificates of Appropriateness 1. 615/617 East Riverside Drive (2) -- RB-LHD 2. 1067 Riverside Drive RD-LHD 3. 61191 U.S. 31 South LL 4. 1220 East Wayne (N) EW-LHD IV. Regular Business A. Approval of Minutes June 20, 1994 B. Treasurer's Report C. Correspondence D. Committee Reports 1. C of A (staff approvals) County Commissioner's Conference Room 7th Floor, County -City Bldg. A. Eutzler-Hollingshead Cemetery LL; removal of dead tree B. 615/617 East Riverside Drive RB-LHD; in-kind replacement of previously removed front concrete steps C. 1081 Riverside Drive -- RD-LHD; installation of central air conditioning 2. Budget and Finance 3. Legal 4. Historic Districts A. Publication and distribution of the RB-LHD standards books B. Publication and distribution of the Historic Trees Pilot Survey 5. Historic Landmarks A. 520 East Colfax Avenue, the Dille/Probst House; 1st reading Common Council July 25, 1994 B. Historic streetlight, corner of Niles and Leeper; 2nd reading C. 310 West Monroe, historic Olivet A.M.E. Church; 2nd reading D. Historic Landmarks Committee met June 29 and July 6 E. Central High School Committee met July 7 6. Standards and Maintenance 7. Personnel 8. Staff Reports A. 801 N. Eddy, First A.M.E. Zion Church B. Lincolnway West Potential LHD C. CLG Conference in Nappanee, IN D. Walker Field Shelter E. Farmers Security Bank Building; 133 S. Main F. Lafayette Building; 115 S. Lafayette V. Old Business VI. New Business VII. Hearing of Visitors VIII. Announcements & Miscellaneous Matters IX. Adjournment CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT PROPERTY - 615-617 Riverside Drive South Bend, Indiana OWNER - Dennis Laskowski DESIGNATION - River Bend Local Historic Preservation District STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT This dwelling was constructed in the American Foursquare style in 1914. It is rated C/10 in the Indiana Historic Sites & Structures Survey. At the time of the survey in 1987, it was described as being in good condition. The River Bend LHD was created in November 1992. The structure was resurveyed in June 1993, and found to be in altered condition, with the removal of porch features and second story stucco. PROPOSED CHANGE The Owner proposes to install vinyl soffit running in direction perpendicular to walls. STANDARDS The treatment level for River Bend LHD is "rehabilitation". The Guidelines state that it is: 1) Recommended - "Whenever possible, the original building materials should be restored. Metal or vinyl siding may be used as an alternative to maintaining or replacing the original surface material when it resembles the original surface material.` RECOMMENDATION This proposal has been received as an addendum to COA approved August 23, 1993 which permitted vinyl soffit material running parallel to the walls. Although this was not the original material, the HPC allowed this material exchange as having the appearance of a common characteristic of the era in which this structure was built. The HPC was exhibiting considerable latitude with this allowance to accommodate a difficult problem in the transitional period of the creation of a Local Historic District. The proposed change in specifications does not meet the same criteria for similarity of appearance. Staff recommends that the addendum be denied. David B. Duvall 7/12/94 page 1 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT PROPERTY - 615-617 Riverside Drive South Bend, Indiana OWNER - Dennis Laskowski DESIGNATION - River Bend Local Historic Preservation District STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE HISTORIC CONTEXT This dwelling was constructed in the American Foursquare style in 1914. It is rated C/10 in the Indiana Historic Sites & Structures Survey. At the time of the survey in 1987, it was described as being in good condition. The River Bend LHD was created in November 1992. The structure was resurveyed in June 1993, and found to be in altered condition, with the removal.of porch features and second story stucco. PROPOSED CHANGE The Owner proposes to: 1) Install aluminum wrap around window trim at second story windows. 2) Increase width of sidewalks around side of house and garage to 31 inches. 3) Install vinyl "Bead Board" to porch ceiling. 4) Install wood railing on front porch and wood handrail at front steps. STANDARDS The treatment level for River Bend LHD is "rehabilitation". The Guidelines state that it is: 1) "No approval shall be necessary for changes in lawns, shrubs, walkways, or semi-permanent surface changes in the rear of houses." 2) Required - "The existing or original architectural detail around windows, porches doors, and eaves should be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design and materials when deteriorated beyond repair.p 3) Recommended_- "Whenever possible, the original building materials should be restored. Metal or vinyl siding may be used as an alternative to maintaining or replacing the original surface material when it resembles the original surface material.' 4) Required - "Existing and original porches and steps, including handrails balusters, ..... shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design and materials when deteriorated beyond repair. 41 RECOMMENDATION All items of this proposal represent a reapplication for items which were requested and denied in 1993 after designation of the LHD and before the adoption of the final Design Guidelines. Staff will comment on each item listed in the order shown above. 1) Aluminum window trim wrap - Existing trim is not deteriorated and would require alteration/simplification to accomplish proposal. Staff recommends denial. 2) Increase width of sidewalks - Backyard (& sideyard in this case) surface alterations are shown special dispensation in the standards. COA may be issued without approval. page 1 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT 3) Vinyl Porch Ceiling - The existing porch ceiling does not exhibit deterioration which is beyond repair. Staff recommends denial. 4) Porch & Stair railings - The applicant has never provided design information necessary for handrails at the steps. The standards call for replacement of deteriorated material (removed without COA in this case) with similar material. The proposed materials do not meet this criteria. Staff recommends denial. David B. Duvall 7/12/94 page 2 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT PROPERTY - 1067 Riverside Drive South Bend, Indiana OWNER - Roman Sysyn DESIGNATION - Riverside Drive Local Historic Preservation District STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE HISTORIC CONTEXT This dwelling was constructed in the American Foursquare style in approximately 1908. It is rated C/9 in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Summary Report for South Bend. The structure is well maintained and essentially unaltered with the exception of the front porch which has been enclosed. The detached Garage is sided with aluminum and a carport has been added to its front. PROPOSED CHANGE The Owner proposes to remove the two riser set of concrete steps at the rear of the structure and replace them with a new forty inch by sixty inch landing platform just below floor level with a three riser set of steps. The new landing and steps are to be constructed of concrete. A metal railing is to be provided. STANDARDS The treatment level for Riveride Drive LHD is "rehabilitation". The Guidelines state that it is: 1) Required - Existing or original porches and steps, including handrails, balusters, columns, brackets, tiles, and roof decorations shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design and materials when deteriorated beyond repair....." 2) Prohibited 2'Front porches and steps that are important to the buildings style and development may not be altered or removed." RECOMMENDATION The owner is proposing this discreet alteration at the rear of the structure to facilitate ease of access for his elderly mother who is resident at this dwelling. Although the standards state that it is required to retain steps, it would appear that this requirement was intended to apply to front facade conditions an/or other significant features such as covered porches. By inference, rear steps like those existing may be altered. In this particular case, life -safety, handicapped- accessibility and code compliance would each give cause for replacement of the steps. Staff recommends approval of this application. As of this date, Staff has not received plans and or sketches indicating the design of the railing. Staff recommends that the design of the proposed metal railing be submitted to staff or committee for approval when it becomes available. David B. Duvall 7/12/94 page 1 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT PROPERTY -- 61191 US 31 South South Bend, Indiana OWNER -- Charles & Deborah Nyers DESIGNATION -- Local Landmark STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT This dwelling is rated S/12 in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory. It was constructed in the Italianate style circa 1866. The main portion of the house visible from the road is a rectangular block with hip roof. There are appendages and additions at the rear. PROPOSED CHANGE The Owner proposes to install an earth berm across the frontage of the property to act as a sound buffer from the highway. The berm is described as seven feet high. The application states that the berm is to be landscaped with grass and shrubs. In discussion with the Owner, further description of the intended condition clarified that the existing driveways including the existing masonry posts were to remain and that the berm would be broken at those passage points. Furthermore, The existing spruce tree shall remain and the berm shall be routed around it. The existing magnolia tree is to be removed. STANDARDS For purposes of the Standards for Local Landmarks,the site development is considered as a feature of the Landmark. The treatment level for this Local Landmark is the "B" standard. Landmark guidelines indicate that: 1) " Renovation is the modification of a structure which does not alter the general massing while an addition is a change in mass." 2) "Additions to Landmarks should not detract from the original form and unity of the Landmark...." RECOMMENDATION The staff believes that the owner has a legitimate interest in attempting to mediate the effect of road and traffic noise on this residence. Landscaping can be an effective strategy for providing such noise mediation. The mediation of noise is accomplished through deflection and/or absorption. Staff does, however, have some reservations with regard to this proposal: 1) Since this landmark structure has been visually accessible to the public in the past, it would be unfortunate to create a situation which obscured public view of the structure totally. Although the character of US 31 has obviously changed since the days of horse drawn transit, the relationship of the road, the lawn and this prosperous farmer's house constitutes a historical context. 2) There are structural limitations to the slope of a berm past which the form cannot maintain itself without reinforcement. It is not clear that there is sufficient yard depth between the edge of the highway right of way and the functioning driveway/parking-court to allow the seven foot height proposed. 3) The lawn presently drains consistently toward the road and into a roadside drainage ditch. The placement of mounding will redirect this surface drainage causing concentration of water which could result in erosion if not properly directed and controlled. page 1 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT Staff recommends that the owner be permitted to alter the form of the lawn to a form which will deflect as much road noise as possible without totally obscuring view of the main structure from the passing motorist. This would be best accomplished by plateauing the lawn at a slightly raised elevation and increasing the slope at the ditch. If necessary, The lawn could be sloped somewhat back toward the parking court and house, but this will require more extensive planning to alleviate erosion due to concentrated runoff. "French drains" of subgrade gravel may be desirable to deliver surface drainage which is deflected back toward the house into the ditch. Staff further recommends that the commission approve installation of low lying shrubbery (not to exceed 24" in height) on the sides of the berm to increase the sound absorptive surface area of that slope with the reservation that planting not be made at the ridge of the berm which would obscure the public view of the main structure. If the slope is to be steep and located at the ditch, a dense ground cover such as vetch might be more appropriate. David B. Duvall 7/12/94 page 2 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT PROPERTY - 1220 East Wayne Street South Bend, Indiana OWNER - Graham and Alice Henry DESIGNATION - East Wayne Local Historic Preservation District STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT This dwelling was constructed in the Contemporary style, deriving elements from the Prairie and Usonian styles in 1957. It is rated non-contributing in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Summary Report for South Bend due to its recent vintage. The structure is well maintained and unaltered. PROPOSED CHANGE The Owner proposes to install vinyl soffit over existing plywood soffit to alleviate the necessity of future painting. STANDARDS The treatment level for East Wayne LHD is "rehabilitation". The Guidelines state that it is: 1) Recommended - "Metal or vinyl siding may be used when it the only feasible alternative to maintaining or replacing the original surface material.` RECOMMENDATION The owner represents that there has been a persistent peeling problem on the soffits causing painting to be required "every couple of years". At the time of Staff site visit, the house had been newly painted, and no peeling was evident. This recent repainting was performed using an opaque stain in lieu of paint which is a procedure commonly recommended by staff in paint failure situations. If peeling does recur within the one year period for which a Certificate of Appropriateness is in effect, this would clearly indicate some unusual adhesion problem. The Owner indicated that even though the structure had been painted, they would like to move ahead with the COA process. The addition of this vinyl soffit will require additional alteration of some details, most notably, the removal of cove molding where the soffit meets the wall. It is likely that the bottom of soffit will drop below the edge of gutter board, making the material quite obvious. Even though the structure is of high quality and integrity, Staff recommends approval of this proposal because the structure is technically non-contributing and the alteration is reversible. Staff hopes that the owner will find that the previous adhesion problem has been remedied and that this additional measure is found to be unnecessary. David B. Duvall 7/12/94 page 1 OPP Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission Regular Monthly Meeting 7th Floor, County Commissioner's 7:30 p.m. Conference Room, County -City Bldg. June 20, 1994 I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:38 p.m. II. Roll Call - Commissioners present: Mrs. Martha Choitz, Mrs. Catherine Hostetler, Mr. John Oxian, Mrs. Janeanne Petrass, Ms. Lora Spaulding, Mrs. Joann Sporleder, Mr. Jerry Wiener Commissioners absent: Mr. Jed Eide, Ms. Jewel Van Dalsen Also present: Mr. David Duvall; Director, Mr. Chip Frederick; staff, Ms. Aladean DeRose; counsel, Ms. Kathy Dempsey; Director, Department of Code Enforcement, Mr. Gary Durbin, Ms. Mary Ann Matthews, Ms. Marsha Stevenson, Mr. Ed Talley III. Public Hearing A. Certificates of Appropriateness 1. 735 Lincolnway East -- EP-LHD Mr. Duvall read the staff report. Commissioner Sporleder asked for a clarification of the applicant's site plan. Mr. Duvall responded. Commissioner Oxian asked if the applicants were present. They were not in attendance. Commissioner Oxian asked Ms. Dempsey whether a 6' chain link fence could be topped with 18" of barbed wire. Ms. Dempsey replied that the question should be directed to the Building Dept. Commissioner Oxian asked about the allowable height and the presence of barbed wire between commercial and residential spaces. Commissioner Hostetler supported Mr. Duvall's suggestion of a screening device. Commissioner Sporleder asked if there was barbed wire present elsewhere in the immediate area. Mr. Frederick replied in the affirmative. Commissioner Choitz suggested the use of a roofed storage structure rather than barbed wire for security. Commissioner Sporleder asked about a general fencing code for the city. Commissioner Sporleder moved to approve the application for a C of A with the following stipulations 1) visual screening element added to fence, 2) no barbed wire be used, 3) height complyr•vith City Code. Commissioner Petrass seconded the motion. Discussion ensued concerning the pending amendment to the Zoning Code which would require visual screening of outside storage areas in C -Commercial locations. The motion passed 6 in favor; 1 opposed. 2. 1115 Riverside Drive -- RD-LHD Mr. Duvall read the staff report. Commissioner Sporleder asked about the variety of fence types in the immediate area. Mr. Duvall replied that there were no other board fences in the immediate area. Commissioner Hostetler moved to approve the application for a C of A as submitted; replacing the deteriorated, pointed picket fence with a dog-eared picket fence. Commissioner Choitz seconded the motion. No discussion. The motion passed unanimously. 3. 1345 East Wayne Street (S) -- EW-LHD Mr. Duvall read the staff report. Discussion ensued concerning Pella window mechanics, the egress code, previous window replacement at the property and the architectural style of the residence. Ms. Matthews stated that a complete replacement of the windows would yield complete conformity in the window stock. Commissioner Oxian asked the reason for the replacement of the entire picture window. Ms. Matthews replied that although the picture window was original to the house it was not appropriate in style. Commissioner Choitz moved to annrove the application for a C of A as submitted; replacement of all sincle Qlazed mill finish metal casement and picture windows. Commissioner Sporleder seconded the motion. No discussion. The motion passed unanimously. r ti IV. Regular Business Commissioner Choitz moves to place 1244 Lincolnway East on the agenda following the Certificates of Appropriateness as a courtesy to Ms. Dempsey. Commissioner Sporleder seconded the motion. No discussion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Duvall read the C of A application received that morning from Dr. Ulrich Klopfer, owner of the property at 1244 Lincolnway East. Discussion ensued concerning the application. Among the items discussed were; the nature of a completed application, establishment of a deadline for same, the legal ramifications of the word "restore" on the application: Also discussed were the minimum requirements for a completed C of A application. Commissioner Sporleder moved to place Dr. Klopfer's application on the August agenda of the HPC. Commissioner Hostetler seconded the motion. Counsel asked that the Department of Code Enforcement continue its application for a C of A in order to demolish the property at 1244 Lincolnway East until the August meeting. Ms. Dempsey agreed to the continuance. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Choitz asked -if Dr. Klopfer had received-' materials concerning the receivership program. Commissioner Oxian replied in the affrimative. A. Approval of Minutes - May 16, 1994 Commissioner Choitz moved to approve the minutes as submitted. Commissioner Sporleder seconded the motion. No discussion. The motion passed unanimously. B. Treasurer's Report Commissioner Oxian requested that Commissioner Wiener provide the HPC with an audit and financial report within two weeks. C. Correspondence Mr. Duvall noted correspondence from TransAmerica Financial Services about 739 Bronson. He also noted the solicitation of public input from the DNR concerning the coming years SHPO grants. Mr. Duvall also noted the formation of the Housing and Community Development Plan. D. Committee Reports 1. C of A staff approvals There were 6 staff approved C of A's. a.325 West Northshore Drive -- WNS-LHD; in-kind replacement of non -historic roll roofing on the front porch b.Pleasant Valley Cemetery -- Local Landmark; continuing burial of indigents c. 556 River Avenue -- EP-LHD; re -roof d. 1421 East Wayne -- EW-LHD; removal of dead tree e. 1624 East Wayne -- EW-LHD; re -roof f. 1708 East Wayne -- EW-LHD; re -roof 2. Budget & Finance Commissioner Sporleder asked about the budget. Commissioner Oxian referred to his request of Commissioner Wiener. Mr. Duvall commented on the speculative nature of the SHPO grants. 3. Legal Counsel researched and wrote an opinion regarding the holding of a subsequent owner to the obligations of a previously issued C of A. Discussion ensued. Counsel was asked to prepare a form that enables notification of subsequent owners in LHDs and of LLs. Counsel stated that the staff position employment situation had been finalized. 4. Historic Districts No report. 'A, 5. Historic Landmarks A. 520 East Colfax, the Dille/Probst House Commissioner Petrass moved to send a favorable recommendation to the Common Council concerning the designation of this property as a Local Landmark. Commissioner Hostetler seconded the motion. No discussion. The motion passed unanimously. B. 310 W. Monroe, first reading; Commissioner Oxian requested copies of the survey card for the property for each commissioner at the next meeting. Counsel and Mr. Duvall spoke briefly about interaction with Charismatic Renewal Services, Inc. 6. Standards and Maintenance A. 621 Lincolnway East - EP-LHD The committee denied the C of A application for the demolition of the front porch. B. 1417 East Wayne - EW-LHD No final determination has been submitted by the Hickeys concerning their proposed window replacement. 7. Personnel A. The staff employment agreement has been finalized. B. Mr. Frederick, HPC staff, announced his resignation. 8. Staff Reports A. Lincolnway West Potential Local Historic District Mr. Duvall reported on the progress toward an application for the new LWW-LHD. B. 701 E. Pennsylvania - Local Landmark Mr. Duvall reported on the ongoing conflict between the owners and the Department of Code Enforcement. C. River Bend Local Historic District standards booklet to be printed in house. D. RD-LHD bank erosion; Discussion ensued concerning the bank examination by HPC, MACOG, USGS and the Army Corps of Engineers. Commissioner Hostetler moved to direct staff to write MACOG formally requesting their input and involvement in the erosion problem in all river side LHDs. E. 505/507 W. Washington Mr. Duvall reported on his research into casualty losses and historic preservation tax credits. F. Bendix Estate Mr. Duvall reported that he accopmanied Ms. Karen Kiemnec and Mr. Stanley Gilbert on a tour of the estate. Mr. Gilbert has expressed some interest in a national and/or local designation for the property. G. Central High School and Stephenson Mill/Opelika Staff and HLFI staff viewed window mock up and general progress with Tom Meredith, State Architect. Staff was also made aware of the problems concerning an abandoned fuel oil storage tank which straddles the property line between Captain Alexander's Wharf and the Stephenson Mill project. MACOG has been made aware of the situation as well. H. Section 106/Environmental Review Staff has requested assistance from the SHPO as regards the development of a consistent approach to these processes by the two CLGs with programmatic agreements in Indiana. (South Bend and Ft. Wayne) Commissioner Choitz asked about the progress on the Central High School windows. Discussion ensued. V. Old Business Commissioner Oxian expressed his concern over the removal.of the trees without a C of A at the North Pumping Station - LL VI. New Business Commissioner Hostetler explained the resolution for the HPC checking account. Commissioner Hostetler moved to accept the resolution as written. Commissioner Petrass seconded the motion. No discussion. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Sporleder asked about progress on Darden Road Bridge. Mr. Talley asked about the streetlight at Niles and Leeper. Commissioner Sporleder asked about the streetlights at the Cleveland Road Fire Station. VII. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:43 p.m. CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED -- June 20, 1994 to July 18, 1994 -- Historic Preservation, July -August 1994 -- Old House Journal, July -August 1994 — -- Cultural Resources Management, Vol. 17 No. 5, 1994 -- Historic Preservation Forum, January -February 1994; Vol.8 No.1