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AGENDA OF T0HY tgGULAR MEETING
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Regular monthly meeting
7:30 p.m.
Monday, September 15, 1997
County Commissioner's
Conference Room
7th Floor County City Bldg.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Hearing
A. Certificates of Appropriateness
1) 952 Riverside Drive - attic window replacement
BRE ortaoe Ave tPartia demoliti?n of brick chimneywith
art ayne Butere-e - replacement o basement win ows
glass block
4) 1055 Riverside Drive - (A) replacement of asbestos -cement shingle
with fiberglass shingle; (B) repairs to garage including
reconstruction of facade masonry, and replacement and
reconfiguration of garage doors.
5) 1027 East Wayne --comprehensive back -yard landscaping plan
including fencing
6) 60717 Locust Road - install metal security Rate at driveway
7) 24845 S.R. 23 - construct garage, pave drive-; construct deck/stoop
8) 1724 East Wayne Street - replace rear entry door
1V. Regular Business
A. Approval of Minutes
li August 18, 1997
2. August 25, 1997
B. Treasurer's Report
C. Correspondence
D. Committee Reports
1. Budget & Finance
2. Historic Districts
a. Project Access
3. Historic Landmarks
a. Status of recommendations to Councils
1) 804 N. Lafayette - Madison School
2) 216 West Washington Street,- Tower Building
3) 514 West LaSalle - Eby House
5. Standards & Maintenance
a. amendment of LL standards re: front yard fencing.
E. Staff Reports
1. C of A Staff Approvals (see attachment)
2. Legal
1) 536 River Avenue
3. DHPA Grant status
a. 1996-97
b. 1997-98 - Proposal received
c. 1998-99 - Tentative projects for application
4. Blake Gardens
5. Oliver School
V. Old Business
A. Acceptance of context studies
1. New Deal in St. Joseph County
2. Brick Streets of South Bend
B. 828 East Jefferson Local Landmark proposed
VI. New Business
VII. Hearing of Visitors
VIII. Announcements & Miscellaneous Matters
IX. Adjournment
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
• APPLICATION -- 1997-0825
PROPERTY -- 952 Riverside Drive
South Bend, IN
OWNER -- David Howard
DESIGNATION -- RD-LHD
RATING -- Significant S/12
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
This Prairie style house is believed to have been built by Donald P. Drummond
who had purchased the lot for $3,500.00 from Mentor Wetzstein on May 31, 1909
and resided there from 1912 to 1920. Mr. Drummond shared a law partnership in
the Jefferson Building with his brother, Charles P. Drummond. who resided at
944 Riverside Drive. Donald Drummond sold the house to Laurence J. and Emma
Lou Harwood, who worked at the Fulton -Harwood Brass Works. The property was
purchased by its present owner, Donald Howard, after 1994.
The house is an excellent example of the Prairie School style, with its
contrast of stucco and wood and its hipped roof with generous overhangs.
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to replace two attic windows with Pella Designer series
• clad white windows with mountings between the glass in the same pattern as the
existing windows.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for Riverside Drive state:
b) .... The Guidelines for the Riverside Drive District follow the
Rehabilitation Model....
II.C.1 Required
Original windows and doors, including sash, lintels, sills, shutters,
decorative glass..... shall be retained or when deteriorated beyond repair,
replaced with units and trim resembling the original.
II.C.3 Prohibited
Original windows, doors and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be
restored and reused in place. Inappropriate new window or door features such
as aluminum insulating glass combinations that require removal of original
windows and doors may not be installed.
RECOMMENDATION
The attic windows herein proposed for replacement are deteriorated in their
framing so as to make them impossible to properly weatherize against the
intrusion of precipitation and air infiltration. Though they are operable with
some difficulty the Owners have found no way to adequately repair them.
Interior ceiling plaster damage has resulted from this deficiency. The attic
is used only as storage with no alteration of this use. The proposed
replacement windows are of the Pella designer series line with two layers of
glass having the mullion insert between them. The replacement windows are to
operate as awnings rather than the side hinge of the present window design.
is The proposed replacement will address the deficiency of the current windows
while having minimal impact on the overall character of the house. Staff
recommends approval.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF'REPORT
• APPLICATION -- 1997-0829
PROPERTY -- 2119 Portage Avenue
South Bend, IN
OWNER.-- G. Eleanor & Donna Brown
DESIGNATION -- LL
RATING -- Significant S/11
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
This Greek. Revival style residence was constructed circa 1865. The original
owner of the house was Isaac Marble, a prosperous farmer in German Township,
where he owned 266 acres. He later married Mary, the daughter of David and
Sarah Miller, and continued to live in German Township. The Marbles owned the
property from 1865 to 1884. Over the course of this period, numerous deed
transactions were entered whereby Isaac' Marble acquired a considerable amount
of property in that area. In 1884 Isaac Marble transferred the property,
comprising 80 acres to William O. Jackson for the sum of $33,200.00. William
Jackson owned the property from 1884 to 1910. Mr. Jackson was born in Ohio
and moved to St. Joseph County with his family at the age of two. Jackson
became one of the most prominent farmers of St. Joseph County. His success in
farming included stock -raising, dairying, and buying and selling of those
commodities. Mr. Jackson was also president of the local Fair Association and
• an active participant in the Grange movement in Northern Indiana. Mr. Jackson
and his wife had eight children. The couple owned the property until his death
in 1910. On February 6, 1913 Jackson's children sold the property to Dora and.
Isaac Staples. On March 23, 1920 the Staples sold the property to Charles E.
and Daisy Brinley. Mr. Brinley was employed as an electrician with the
Indiana and Michigan Electric Company.
The north side wing of the house which is now enclosed was added to the house
as an open porch in 1946. Another addition which appears from the front to 4
balance- the now enclosed porch and which wraps around to the rear was
constructed in 1957 for Wison J. Brinley. This construction involved the
removal of previous .frame additions at the rear. The present owners, G.
Eleanor Brown and Donna F. Brown purchased the house November 22, 1996.
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to repair and shorten the north side chimney, which is
deteriorating rapidly.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for Local Landmarks state:
B.C.1 Structure
Necessary structural improvements, where safety demands should be accomplished
in such a way as to cause minimal visual change to the original style and
construction
• B.C.2 Construction and Style
Change.that altars, removes, or covers existing significant stylistic detail
shall not be permitted.
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
RECOMMENDATION
The existing chimney rests against the outside of the north wall of the
original house rising out of the small wing which was constructed as an open
porch in 1946 according to the ,Portage Township Assessors records. The
original function of this chimney is difficult to discern as it does not
connect to any fireplace in the- original house nor any reasonable stove
location on 'the interior .and does not serve the forced -air 'furnace. It
conceivably. could have .served a previous water heater in the basement. It is
possible that the open porch could have been. built over the location of a
previously removed kitchen wing as this would be consistent with the typical
development pattern of a Greek Revival farmhouse.
The chimney obviously has considerable age as it was constructed of antique
molded brick with lime -bases mortar and has subsequently been repaired with
rather messy reconstruction and repointing of Portland cement mortar which has
led to its current state of disrepair including joint cracking and the
spalling and breakage of the brick. The chimney is a straight stack with no
corbeling or other distinctive detail of esthetic or historical importance.
The owner proposes to address the deterioration described above by
disassembling the chimney down to the roof -line and then reconstructing it
with the available sound brick and appropriately soft mortar to about two feet
above the roof -line, about half of its current height above the roof. The
remainder of the exposed chimney face below the roof is to be repaired with
appropriate mortar and replacement of failed brick where required.
Staff finds all the proposed work to be consistent with good preservation
construction practices. The shortening of the chimney is acceptable as the
height is not required for proper functioning of the chimney which is now
purely ornamental and no significant detail or 'character will be lost due to
the alteration. Staff recommends approval.
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CERTIFICATE. OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
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APPLICATION -- 1997-0902
PROPERTY -- 1314 East Wavne Street
South Bend, IN
OWNER -- Jeff Bernard
DESIGNATION -- EW-LHD
RATING -- Contributing C/10
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
Whitcomb and Keller built this H.R. Stapp designed Colonial Revival house in
1926. William B. and Madge T. Schaefer bought the house in 1926. Mr.
Schaefer owned a wholesale lumber business which he operated out of downtown
South Bend. Mr. Shaefer resided in the house until his death on September 23,
1960. The current owner, Jeff Bernard, purchased the property on January 26,
1994.
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to replace three deteriorating basement windows with block
glass windows, for energy efficiency and security.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for East Wayne Street state:
b) .... The Guidelines for the East Wayne Street District follow the
• Rehabilitation Model....
II.C.1 Required
Original windows and doors, including sash, lintels, sills, shutters .....
shall be retained -or when deteriorated beyond repair, replaced with units and
trim resembling the original.
II.C.3 Prohibited
Original windows, doors and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be
restored and reused in place. Inappropriate new window or door features such
as aluminum insulating glass combinations that require removal of original
windows and doors may not be installed.
RECOMMENDATION
The Owners propose to replace existing deteriorated basement windows with
glass block. The subject windows are somewhat unusual in that they are located
in the joist space of the house rather than below the joist plane as is more
typical. Because of the unusually high location of these windows in the
foundation wall. they have no window wells as are common for typical basement
windows. The resultant at -grade location of the window sills here have been
built-up with landscaping material, most notably gravel and the resulting
accumulation of surface water in contact with the steel window frames has
no -doubt contributed to deterioration of the metal.
The guidelines for the East Wayne Street Historic District indicate that
windows should be replaced with similar materials when their replacement is
required by deterioration. Therefore the proposed glass block is not
appropriate and Staff recommends denial of the application. The permanent
• sealing of basement windows is probably not desirable for the loss of natural
lighting and ventilation possibilities, however if the openings were to be
permanently closed, infill of brick at the front facade would cause a less
obtrusive visual impact on the character of the building and site.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
• APPLICATION -- 1997-0902-2
PROPERTY --.1055 Riverside Drive
South Bend, IN
OWNER -- Chuck Leone
DESIGNATION -- RD-LHD
RATING -- Outstanding 0/13
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
Frederick and Catherine Wellington purchased the property from Joseph and
Hazel Stout in 1916. In 1926 the Wellingtons hired Gerber and Haley to design
and build them a new revival style house to take the place of the existing
1910 structure that was on the sight. Mr. Wellington was the treasurer and
general manager for the South Bend Watch Company and later got a Job working
for the Investors Syndicate. Frederick Wellington died on March 7, 1944 at
his home on 1055 Riverside Drive. His wife Catherine then rented the house to
Dr. Harry Boyd from 1945 to 1946. In 1947 Theo J. Jena, who was the president
and treasurer for the Bagby Photo Co., moved into the house. He resided there
until 1961, however it is unclear if he actually purchased the house or just
rented. The present owner, Mr. Leone, purchased the house in 1989.
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to replace existing cement -asbestos roof shingles with new
• high-profile fiberglass -asphalt shingles, on main roof of house and tuckpoint
main house chimney. The applicant also wants to replace garage doors and
reconstruct failing concrete block parapet over doors.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for Riverside Drive state:
b) .... The Guidelines for the Riverside Drive District follow the
Rehabilitation Model....
II.B.2. Recommended
When possible, original shape and materials of roof should be restored. Roof
covering which is deteriorated beyond repair should be replaced with new
material that matches as closely as possible the original in composition,
size, shape, color and texture.
II.B.3. Prohibited
Nothing shall be done to change the essential character of the roof as viewed
from the thoroughfare by adding architectural features .... or by using roofing
materials inappropriate to the style of the house.
II.C.1 Required
Original windows and doors, including sash, lintels, sills, shutters.
decorative glass, hardware..... shall be retained or when deteriorated beyond
repair, replaced with units and trim resembling the original.
II.C.3 Prohibited
Original windows, doors and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be
restored and reused in place. Inappropriate new window or door features such
• as aluminum insulating glass combinations that require removal of original
windows and doors may not be installed.
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
• RECOMMENDATION,
The application requests two discrete alterations: the replacement of
cement -tile roofing (including minor chimney repairs) and the general
reconstruction of the front facade of the detached garage, including the
replacement of its doors.
The first item requests replacing worn hard surface shingle material which is
no longer manufactured (and is classified as a hazardous waste) with new.
fiberglass shingle material selected to replicate the appearance of the
existing tile in cut, patter, and color. With regard to the last, the color is
a matter of some speculation due to wear and soiling. Staff recommends
approval of this item.
The garage is in need of significant rehabilitation due to deficiency in the
original design whereby concrete masonry units were laid with bearing directly
on a wood beam lintel over the door openings. Subsequent deflection of the
wood beam has resulted in listing of the masonry above creating an unstable
and potentially dangerous condition. The Owner's architect proposes to
disassemble the facade and reconstruct it replacing the wood beam with steel
and then reassembling the original concrete block above. The pent -roof over
the doors will be reconstructed thereby obscuring the new steel beam. All of
this is necessary and good preservation practice which Staff recommends. The
replacement of the doors is somewhat less straightforward as an alteration is
proposed replacing the present three sliding doors with two overhead doors and•
a regular pedestrian entry door with transom. The doors proposed in the
original submittal are neither identical to the original nor similar in their
character and detail. Staff has had discussion with the Owner's architect
regarding the character of the door design submitted in the hope of achieving
a design more compatible with the style, period, and character of the house
and the original door materials.
Given the scope of the overall rehabilitation of the garage facade, Staff does
not find the proposal for the replacement of the original sliding doors which
are somewhat damaged by wear and tear and problematic for operation to be
inappropriate. However, Staff does seek to work with the architect to achieve
a more compatible design for the replacement doors than that in the filing at
the time of the present report.
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9/9/97
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September 2, 1997
Historic Preservation Commission of St. Joseph County
County -City Building
South Bend, IN
RE Replacement of Cement -Asbestos Roof Shingles at 1055 Riverside Dr.,
South Bend
The existing cement -asbestos roof tiles are in a serious state of disrepair
and need to be replaced. In our opinion the original roof tiles have out-
lived their expected usefulness. There are now leaks in several places of the
roof.
The home dates from 1930 and although the cement -asbestos
-asbestos tiles are probably
the original roof shingles, no current substitute exists on the market to
match these tiles. We have reviewed several options, including slate and a
slate -like cement -asbestos tile, but both appeared too heavily textured to
mimic the original tiles. The selected replacement is the Certainteed "Grand
Manor Shangle" that is a high-profile, laminated asphalt -fiberglass shingle.
Its pattern and size appear closest to the original tiles. We believe the
original tiles were red, to red -brown in color, but have now faded to a dull
brown. We propose to install the Certainteed color "Georgian Brick" a red -
brown color.
We propose to replace the entire roofing system, including all flashings,
valley flashings and counterf lashings. Currently the flashings are copper.
We proposed to replace them in-kind with new copper. We also propose to have
the wood lx6 fasciae of the upper dormers wrapped in lead -coated copper (dark
gray -brown) to eliminate the need to paint them in the future. We will not
alter any of the roof lines of the existing roof and dormers.
The existing hip shingles are a barrel -type tile. There are no similar hip
singles available in the Certainteed asphalt -fiberglass line. we propose to
install Certainteed's standard high-profile hip shingles, in the same color as
the field shingles.
At this time we are also proposing to tuck -point the main chimney of the
house. A few bricks have fallen and will be replaced with new brick of the
same color. The mortar will be tinted to match the existing mortar (dark-
gray) -
All work debris will be disposed of legally by licensed asbestos handlers.
We believe the new roof will be harmonious to the existing home and not
detract from the historic character of the home or the neighborhood.
Sincerely,
,c�Brendan CruAmli4shX,N�CA�RB
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September 2, 1997
Historic Preservation Commission of St. Joseph County
County -City Building
South Bend, IN
RE: Masonry Repair and New Doors for Garage at 1055 Riverside Dr.,
South Bend
The existing concrete block parapet wall above the existing garage doors is in
a serious state of disrepair and needs to be reconstructed. The existing
sliding garage doors are too narrow for vehicles and are difficult to secure.
The existing masonry above the door openings will be taken down, cleaned of
mortar and re-laid, upon a new steel beam. The new steel beam will be
concealed behind a replacement mansard rood overhang, similar to the existing
overhang. New steel columns will provide additional support for the new steel
beam. The columns will be concealed with wood trim. New shingles on the
mansard will match the main house roof. A new clay tile coping, to match the
existing, will be installed over the reconstructed masonry parapet.
Two new 9 -foot wide, clad -wood sectional, overhead doors will replace the
three existing barn doors. The overhead doors will have window lites in the
top panel [see existing illustration]. Additionally, a 3 -foot wide, steel,
passage door will be added for access to the garage. There are no other doors
to the garage. A new transom window will be installed above the new passage
door.
• we believe the new garage doors will be harmonious to the existing garage and
not detract from the historic character of the home or the neighborhood.
Sincerely,
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Bwendan Crumlish, NCARB
Architect
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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
• APPLICATION -- 1997-0903
PROPERTY -- 1027 East Wayne Street
South Bend, IN
OWNER -- William Storey and Philip H. Schatz
DESIGNATION -- LL
RATING -- Significant S/12
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
Roy Shambleau designed this Prairie style house for Dr. Merritt J. Keightly in
1912. Originally this house was located at 728 E. Jefferson, next to
Shambleau's own Prairie style home at 722 E. Jefferson. The architectural
features of the house, such as, the hip roof and bands of windows placed
between corner piers are characteristic of the Frank Lloyd Wright inspired
Prairie style. The house was even published in an article in Western
Architect in 1913.
Dr. Keightly was dentist, however, he moved out of South Bend in 1913 and sold
the house to a designer, Edward M. Heylman, in July of 1913 for $6,500.00.
The house proceeded to have four more residents before it was moved to its
present location in 1930 by Allen and Clara Frame.
Allen and Clara Frame were born in Michigan City in the late 1880's, they were
married in 1914 and had two children. The family moved to South Bend in 1930
• so Allen Frame could be a conductor and bus driver for the Northern Indiana
Transit Co. After their children grew up the Frames converted the house into
two units and from 1941 to 1964 they rented the upstairs. Mrs. Frame died in
December of 1953. Mr. Frame continued to live the lower unit until he
remarried to Nell Wilson in 1960 and the couple moved to St. Petersburg,
Florida. Mr. Frame rented both the units until his death in December of 1964.
The house remained vacant after his death until 1979 when the new owners,
Associates Bankcorp Inc. c/o Gulf and Western Industries renovated it and sold
it to the current owners William Storey and Philip Schatz in 1980. Storey and
Schatz restored the house and opened a second hand and rare bookstore there.
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to landscape the backyard through the use of lattice. water
features and paths.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for Local Landmarks state:
VII.1. Required
Major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways..... which reflect the
property's history and development shall be retained. Structures such as
patio decks, new walls, fountains, trellises.. and other similar structures
shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and the neighborhood
and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way.
VII.2. Recommended
New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of
• the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers.
VII.3. Prohibited
No change may be made to the appearance of the site by removing major
landscaping items, trees.... before evaluating their importance to the
property's history and development.
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
RECOMMENDATION
The proposed comprehensive landscaping of the rear yard is replacing previous
landscaping, lawn, and vegetable gardens which have accumulated over the
course of the present owners' occupancy. The proposal builds on some of these
features reutilizing the raised planter for the water feature and extending
the garden lattice to encompass the perimeter of the yard space and seperating
it from the orchard area at the rear. The lattice fence will particularly
define the presently ambiguous areas at the east property line where access to
the Michiana college's parking lots, the dentists office and the subject
property are presently ill defined.
The square pattern lattice is consistent with the Prairie school design of the
approval.
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• APPLICATION -- 1997-0905
PROPERTY -- 60717 Locust Road
South Bend, IN
OWNER -- Mrs. M. Wickizer
DESIGNATION -- LL
RATING -- Significant S/12
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
Emil Johnson and Anna Jacobson were both born in Sweden. After their
migration to the States in 1891 they married. In 1900 they contracted with J.
Ward Hinds to buy a farm in Centre Township, the deeds were signed in 1904.
Around 1914 the couple replaced the formerly existing residence at this site
with the current house. The house was built by the Indiana Lumber Co., which
was based in South Bend. Mrs. Johnson died in 1941, however, Mr. Johnson did
not die until 1965. The heirs eventually sold the portion of the property
with the house on it in 1963. The current owner, Mrs. M. Wickizer, purchased
the house on July 9, 1982.
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to put up a black wrought iron gate at the entrance of the
• driveway.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for Local Landmarks state:
VII.1. Required
Structures such as: gazebos, patio decks, ....trellised, and other similar
structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site.....
VII.1. Recommended
New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of
the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers.
RECOMMENDATION
The Owner proposes to construct a separately mounted black metal rolling gate
behind the existing piers which flank the driveway. The purpose of the
installation is to enhance security of the residence. Though no detailed
drawing of the gate has been received with the application, the proposal has a
low impact on the appearance of the site and no physical impact on historic
structures. The installation is a reasonable request in the interest of
personal security and Staff recommends approval.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT
APPLICATION -- 1997-905-2
PROPERTY -- 24845 State Road 23
South Bend, IN
OWNER -- Robert and Ann Kuntz
DESIGNATION -- LL
RATING -- Significant S/12
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
Lydia Chord, the stepdaughter of John Rupel who was one of the first settlers
in the Sumpton Prairie area, married John Rupel Jr. on December 27, 1849. The
couple purchased the farm next to John Rupel's farm in Greene Township and in
1859 they built an Italianate house on the sight. John Rupel Jr. died in 1899
and Lydia Chord Rupel passed away in 1917, however, the house remained in the
possession of the Rupel family until 1942. The current owners, Robert and Ann
Kuntz, purchased the property on December 23, 1976
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to construct a two car garage with white horizontal wood
siding to match the summer kitchen exterior and widen and pave the driveway.
In addition the applicants propose to build a wood deck or stoop at the rear
entrance to the house.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for Local Landmarks state:
B.C.2. Construction and Style
All work should be done in the architectural style and in a technique
compatible with that of the original structure. Change that alters, removes,
or covers existing significant stylistic detail shall not be permitted. A
change which adds detail of another style will not be permitted.
B.C.3. Materials
Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should
be of the same material as the original. An alternate material may be allowed
if it duplicates the original.
RECOMMENDATION
The application includes three items, construction of a new detached garage,
asphalt paving of the existing gravel driveway including minor modification
required to fit to the new garage, and construction of a wood deck/stoop area
immediately adjacent to the rear entry.
The proposed new garage has been carefully designed to be compatible with the
character of the house and the other accessory outbuildings of the site. The
alteration of the driveway to meet the new structure is appropriate and Staff
recommends approval. The stoop proposed at the rear door is entirely obscured
from the public view by its location relative to the building and the
thoroughfare and is reasonably compatible with the original house. Staff
recommends approval of this item as well.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS STAFF REPORT,
APPLICATION -- 1997-0908
PROPERTY -- 1724 East Wayne Street
South Bend, IN
OWNER -- Mr. and Mrs. Howell
DESIGNATION -- EW-LHD
RATING -- Contributing C/9
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE HISTORIC CONTEXT
Whitcomb and Keller built this H.R. Stapp designed Tudor Revival house in
1927. It was vacant for a year before it was purchased by Raymond and Sarah
Boner in 1929. Mr. Boner was a typist for Studebaker Corp. In 1931 the Boner
family sold the house to Cecil M. and Electa L. Sennett. Cecil Sennett was a
physician with offices in the Sherland Building. The house continued to
exchange hands on a relatively regular basis until the current owners. Mr. and
Mrs. Howell purchased the property in 1993.
PROPOSED CHANGE
Applicant proposes to replace rear prime door with similar steel door same
lite pattern to resemble existing wood door.
STANDARDS
The Preservation Guidelines for East Wayne Street state:
b).:..The Guidelines for the East Wayne Street District follow the
Rehabilitation Model....
TI.C.1 Required
Original windows and doors, including sash, lintels, sills, shutters .....
shall*be retained or when deteriorated beyond repair, replaced with units and
trim resembling the original.
II.C.3 Prohibited
Original windows, doors and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be
restored and reused in place. Inappropriate new window or door features such
as aluminum insulating glass combinations that require removal of original
windows and doors may not be installed.
RECOMMENDATION
The owner proposes to replace an existing rear entry door which is not visible
from the public thoroughfare with a new entry door. The door to be removed is
a wood "Dutch door" which may have been fabricated using the upper portion of
a standard six panel door as its lower section with a 9 lite window Panel as
the upper section. This might also be a factory or mill design for such a
sectionally divided door. The replacement door is to be an embossed metal
insulated door with a glass with two vertical panels below and a window panel
above with a 9 lite wood grill insert. Being in a discreet location and
providing nominal similarity of design the Staff recommends approval of the
replacement door in this instance.
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of the
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Monthly Meeting County Commissioner's
7:30 p.m. Conference Room
Monday August 18, 1997 7th Floor County -City
Building
I. Call to Order
John Oxian, president of the commission, brought the meeting to order at 7:30
p.m.
II. Roll Call
Commission members present were: John Borkowski, Adrian Fine, Catherine
Hostetler, John Oxian, Janeanne Petrass, Joann Sporleder, Jerry Wiener, Martha
Choitz and Aladean DeRose.
Commission staff present was: 'David Duvall, director and Rhonda Saunders,
administrative assistant.
Also attending the meeting were: Brian Crumlish, John & Donna, Freidline, Don
Sporleder, Julia Des Lauriers, Linda Fritschner and Robert Roland.
III. Public Hearing
A. Certificates of Appropriateness
1) 1997-0723, 1615 East Wayne St.- window replacement
Mr. Oxian announced that this application would be tabled until Monday, August
25, 1997. There was no motion.
2) 1997-0806, 1120 East Jefferson - Install brick piers 'at front sidewalk
entry. '
Mr. Duvall presented the Staff Report and distributed photographs. Mr. Duvall
then indicated that the applicants, John and Donna Freidline were present.
There was some discussion by Mr. Duvall to clarify where the piers were going
and their style and size. Mr. Oxian asked if the applicants had anything they
would like to add to the discussion. John Freidline stated that they felt
they had done their homework in choosing a style that would compliment their
house, that the limestone cap matched the window sill and that the urns
would compliment the urn motif in the houses shutters. Mr. Oxian asked for
any further questions. Martha Choitz moved to have the application approved
as submitted. John Borkowski seconded the motion. Joann Sporleder asked the
applicants.if they were going to put any piers at the end of the driveway. The
applicants replied that they were not going to for certain safety reasons.
The motion passed unanimously.
3) 1997-0806-3 - 1091 Riverside Drive - Remove a cement walkway that lines the.
driveway and replace it with brick to match the driveway.
Mr. Duvall presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He noted
that the applicant was .present. Catherine Hostetler moved to approve the
application as proposed. Janeanne Petrass seconded the motion. The motion
passed unanimously. John Oxian noted that the history for this application
• was not complete. He suggested that the date the current owner purchased the
property should be included into the history of the property. Mr: Oxian
further stated that it is important for the commission members to know how
long the applicant has owned the house, because it can affect a members
vote. Mr. Duvall noted that the staff could add this information if there was
time to do the title search. There was some discussion as to how to find the
• title information.
B. Second Reading Proposed Local Landmark Designations
1) 216 West Washington - Tower Building
Mr. Duvall presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He noted
that there were no representatives of the owners present. Adrian Fine moved
to accept the application based on the staff recommendation. John Borkowski
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
2) 514 West LaSalle Street - Eby House
Mr. Duvall presented the staff report and circulated photographs. Mr. Oxian
noted that he got the Landmark designation for this application. Mr. Duvall
noted that the owners were not present,�.but, there was a consent. John Oxian
moved to accept 'and John Borkowski seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
IV. Regular Business
A. Approval of Minutes
1. July 28, 1997
Joann Sporleder noted that page five, item four, where it stated that the
motion had passed unanimously was wrong. Mrs. Sporleder stated that it should
• read that she had voted against the motion. .Adrian Fine pointed out that on
page four, fifth line of item four should read that the applicant intended to
replace steel case windows with wood case windows rather then having it read
that they intended to install steel case windows. Martha Choitz moved to
accept the minutes as corrected and Catherine Hostetler seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously.
B. Treasurer's Report
None
C. Correspondence
Mr. Duvall indicated that notification from DNR about a public hearing had
been received and that a call for comments from the Army Corp. of Engineers
had also been received.
D. Committee Reports
1. Budget & Finance
Mr. Duvall noted that the last budget had been supplied to the commissioners.
He also stated that the application for Community Development Block Grant
funding had been filed.
2. Historic Districts
Martha Choitz noted that project
and that it had not been decided
said that they do intend to get
• important to set that date soon.
access had no date set for Riverside Drive
if the Northshore people should attend. She
with Riverside Drive this fall so it will be
3. Historic Landmarks
Mr.. Oxian noted the first reading for landmark, designation for 1100 West
Washington, which is the Natatorium and that the Studebaker Clubhouse had been -
passed by the County Council last Tuesday.
• 4. Standards & Maintenance
Mr. Duvall mentioned that Mr. Oxian had referred revision of the landmarks
standard on fences. There was some discussion as to how the changes would be
presented to the commission for a vote. Mr. Oxian said that the guidelines in
question should be written up with the alterations and be presented to the
commission on Monday, August 25 for a vote. Martha Choitz questioned why the
guidelines were going to be changed. Mr. Duvall explained about the landmark
owner who had requested a front yard fence in July's meeting. He further
stated that' when research was done on the area and time period it was
discovered that front yard fences were quite prevalent. This fell in direct
conflict with the guidelines that state there can be no front yard fences
placed at landmarks. Martha Choitz stated her concern over future problems
that may be caused by such a change in the guidelines. There was some
discussion over Mrs. Choitz concerns.
E. Staff Reports
1. Mr. Duvall reported the following C of A Staff approval:
a. 1325 East Wayne - Removal of a dead Hickory tree in the backyard.
b. 1027 East Wayne - In -Kind replacement of roof and repair of chimney.
c. 1120 East Jefferson - In -Kind repair of front entrance brick walkway.
d. 1091 Riverside Drive - Remove 2 dead Silver Maple trees from yard and
replace them with Maples. Also remove and not replace a Mulberry bush.
e. 1093 Riverside Drive - Removal of a dead Silver Maple in front yard and
replace it with a Sugar Maple.
Martha Choitz•noted that she would like to see the staff approvals back on the
• agenda. ,
2. Legal
1) Violation 60500 Bremen Highway
Mr. Duvall noted that a violation had been reported at 60500 Bremen Highway,
which is a Local Landmark. It appeared that there were preparations being
made to side the house. Mr. Duvall stated that when he phoned the owner to
discuss the problem the owner quickly rebuffed him. The Building
Commissioner sent an 'inspector to the property who was also rebuffed by the
owner. Both the Building Commissioner and our office have sent out letters to
the owner indicating their need to file for a Certificate of Appropriateness
and to cease any and all activity. Mr. Duvall further noted that he has not
heard anything more about the situation other then a phone conversation he had
with the owner in which the owner stated he, would sue Mr. Duvall for
harassment. Mr. Oxian asked what had happened to the other violation on
Bremen Highway. Mr'. Duvall noted that he had not sent a letter to them as of
yet. Mr. Oxian then asked what was going on with the propane tank violation.
Aladean DeRose stated that it had been turned over to her. She said that she
had prepared a complaint for an injunction which would be sent this week to
the owner informing him if he wants to avoid penalties he should voluntarily
remove the tanks or the complaint will be filed.
3. DHPA Grants
• Mr. Duvall reported that the 1996-1997 activities were nearly finished. Mr.
Duvall referred the commission to the two context studies on brick streets and
the new deal, that were •passed out before the meeting began.. Fie discussed
what each context study included. Mr: Duvall also noted that he did have the
draft form of the. Leeper Park Nomination which will come before the
commission in. October for review. He reported that the commission does not
• have a copy of the East Bank Multiple property nomination yet, but, that it
has been sent directly to the State Historic Preservation Office. Mr. Duvall
mentioned that the reason for this was due to a power outage at the offices of
the Westerly'Group, who had been working on the nomination, which caused them
to lose a significant amount of their work. The State Historic Preservation
Office gave them an extension and in order to make that deadline the Westerly
Group had to hand deliver the nomination. A copy of the nomination is in the
mail to our office and will be on the commissions agenda in October for
review.
Mr. Duvall stated that the 1997-1998 activities include the preservation plan
for Leeper Park, the nomination of the Infirmary and the republishing of the
Historic Districts Guidelines books. The Request For Proposals on the first
two activities have been sent out and are due back on the eighth of September.
The major activity, being the republishing of the guidelines books, are going
to remain an in house project.
4. Blake Gardens
Mr. Duvall reported that he had been notified of one hearing regarding the
Blake Gardens site from, the Department of Natural Resources to be held next.'
Tuesday at Noon. Mr. Duvall noted that he had also received the notification
for comments in which one could request a public hearing from the Army Corps
of Engineers.' The comments are due before September ninth. There was some
discussion to clarify what each notification meant and the intention of the
developer. It was decided that Mr. Duvall should attend the public hearing to
put forth the Commissions concerns. Mrs. Sporleder suggested that a packet be
put together and sent to the Army Corps of Engineers stating the commissions
• intentions and concerns.
V. Old Business
None
VI. New Business
Mr. Oxian noted that he was having Mr. Duvall make a list of all the Local
Landmarks. He suggested that when any of us are out driving to keep an eye
open for any violations occurring at the landmarks and if one is spotted to
report it to the director. Mrs. Sporleder mentioned the idea of maybe
dividing up the landmarks between each member of the commission, giving each
an area of are responsibility for inspecting every so often.
VII. Hearing of Visitors
Julia DesLauriers, Linda Fritschner and Robert Roland presented the problems
they were having with the noise from the Madison Center and the problem with
the deterioration of the wall around the Leeper Park Island. They showed
photographs and measurements of how much of the wall had fallen down and how
much the island was eroding. Julia DesLauriers also mentioned that when one
of the pumps on the island was repaired the crew accidentally knocked down
another portion of the wall. The hole was eventually patched. Julia
DesLauriers noted that they needed a liaison to deal with the noise from the
Madison center. She explained all that they had done to get this problem
taken care of. A remedy was reached and the Madison center fulfilled its end
of that remedy, however, it did not stop the noise problem. Julia stated that
• they are back at square one and are requesting assistance to get the problem
fixed. Catherine Hostetler asked if the Madison Center had put in the a new
baffle system. Julia DesLauriers said that they had not and that in place of
it the Madison Center had put up an exhaust fan cap. She expressed confusion
over why the Madison Center would choose to put up a $6,000.00' exhaust cap,
that does not work over a $3,000.00 baffling system that would have worked.
Mrs. DesLauriers continued to express the frustration her neighborhood was
feeling. Mrs. DesLauriers also noted that she often experiences vulgar
language coming from the Madison Center. Mr. Oxian stated that he would put
Julia and her concerns about the wall on the Water Works agenda for their
meeting on the first Tuesday in September. He also noted that Ed Talley was
assigned to handle the noise problem with the Madison Center. Martha Choitz
stated that a letter should go out to the Madison Center, Parks Department and
the Water Works from the commission notifying them of the complaints the
commission is receiving. There was some discussion over who owned the island
wall and who was responsible for its up keep. Mr. Oxian agreed that sending
letters would be a good idea. Don Sporleder interjected, as president of
Michiana Watershed, that they were also very -concerned about the island's
erosion. He stated that the Michiana Watershed would put forth its full
support to see something done to remedy the problem. Don Sporleder then
brought up the possibility of making the walkway in Leeper Park extend under
the bridge for safer crossing. There was further discussion over the island's
erosion problem and the possibility of getting funding from the Army Corps of,
Engineers. Mr. Duvall mentioned a conversation he had with John Hosinski
about making a presentation to the 'commission on next Mondays meeting or
sometime after to discuss the possibility of placing signs indicating
pedestrian walkways. Then there was some discussion over the path of the
walkway.
Mr. Duvall noted, regarding the Darden Bridge, that he had called Rollin
Ferrand last week to inquire what could be expected in regard to repairing the
handrails. Mr. Ferrand said he was not sure they would repair them. He
understood it that people had shaken the handrails loose and that the
• handrails only needed to be tightened. He said he would have his engineering
fellow get back with Mr. Duvall to discuss their schedule. Mr. Duvall noted
that he has not heaard anything more about it.
Julia DesLauriers stated that in February Mr. Duvall had written a letter to
Mr. Foresticri regarding condominium development on Niles Avenue. She
wondered if they were going to develop the west as they had done with the east
side. She noted that it sounds as if plans are in the works but no permits
have been issued. Mr. Duvall noted that Mr. Foresticri indicated that he
would be happy to address any forum that invited him, about their- concerns
.pertaining to his plans. There was some discussion over if the west side
would be developed or not and how they would develop it. Mr. Oxian stated
that a meeting should be set up now to discuss questions and concerns that
anyone may have, before it all gets started.
Mr. Duvall noted that there is a meeting Wednesday to discuss preserving
portions of Lincolnway West. He also reported that there is a Friday morning
meeting of the Courthouse Corporation to discuss development of the second
County Courthouse. Mr. .Duvall further mentioned that he has an appointment on
the twenty seventh to meet with a consultant who is working with MACOG to
discuss the commissions' needs for the Geographic Information Systems.
VIII. Announcements & Miscellaneous Matters
none
IX. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
•
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
of the
.HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Special Monthly Meeting County Commissioner's
7:30 p.m. Conference Room
Monday August 25, 1997 7th Floor County -City Building
I. Call to Order
John Oxian, president of _the commission, brought the meeting to order at 7:30
p.m.
II. Roll Call
Commission members present were: Adrian Fine, Catherine Hostetler, John Oxian,
Janeanne Petrass, Joann Sporleder and Jerry Wiener.
Commission staff present was: David Duvall, director and Rhonda Saunders,
administrative assistant.
Also attending the meeting were: William Hojnacki, David Fritz and John
Hosinski.
The Chair called Mr. Hosinski to give his presentation. Mr. Hosinski noted
that this afternoon the full council, under the Parks and Recreation
Committee, had discussed and agreed there was a need to place a sidewalk along
Riverside Drive between Michigan Street and Lafayette Blvd. He further.
discussed how Riverside Drive at this location is a main artery and, due to
• the lack of a sidewalk, pedestrians are forced to walk in the street creating
a very dangerous situation. Mr. Hosinski. mentioned that he and councilman
James Aranowski have been approached numerous times by residents of the
NorthShore area and the Park Avenue area asking them what can be done to get a
sidewalk put in. Mr. Hosinski further stated that he had no firm proposals.
He referred. the commission to the original plans for a sidewalk, that Mr.
Duvall had passed out at the beginning of the meeting, as possibilities for
the sidewalk. He stated that a sidewalk along the north side of Riverside
Drive would be the best solution. The north sidewalk abruptly stops as you
pass the last house on the top of the hill. Mr. Duvall explained the three
maps he had handed out that showed the original park plans. He noted that the
Kessler plan indicated a sidewalk following the S-curve of the road. Mrs.
Sporleder asked if Mr. Hosinski had a particular proposal in mind and if he
did not.she had a suggestion. Mr. Hosinski stated that there is a general
consensus to have the sidewalk on the north side of the street starting at the
bridge and continuing to where the other sidewalk dead ends. Mrs. Sporleder
noted that at the last meeting her husband had mentioned that Michiana
Watershed desired to have a walkway put in that would go under the bridge.
Mr. Hosinski stated that if the sidewalk was placed on the north side of the
street it -would lend itself to the future possibility of putting in the
walkway under the bridge. Mrs. Sporleder questioned what it was Mr. Hosinski
needed from the'Commission. Mr. Hosinski said that he would like at least
permission for the Parks Department to have a drawing done. Mr. Oxian further
questioned the path the sidewalk would take. Mr. Hosinski again restated that
the north side was the most ideal spot. There was some discussion of where
the sidewalk should meet the bridge and the possibility of a future walkway.
• under the bridge. Mr. Oxian moved that the Parks Department come up with a
plan for a sidewalk that would come down, through the use of stairs, off of
the south side of the bridge. Jerry Weiner seconded. The motion passed with
Joann Sporleder abstaining.
• III. Public Hearing
A. Certificates of Appropriateness
1) 1997-0811, 607 Leland - chimney demolition
Mr. Duvall presented the Staff Report and distributed photographs. Mr. Duvall
indicated that the applicant was present. Mrs. Sporleder asked that if the
chimney was not being used then what was being -used to vent the furnace_ Mr.
Fritz stated that the old furnace had been replaced with a high efficiency gas
burning furnace which uses PVC pipe for exhaust and that the chimney had not
been used for at least four years. Joann Sporleder moved to accept the
application as submitted. Adrian Fine and Catherine Hostetler seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Fritz thanked the Commission then
asked what he needed to do to get permission to repair his back porch roof and
deck. Mr. Oxian questioned what type of repairs Mr. Fritz had in mind. Mr.
Fritz stated that he wanted to reroof the porch with same material that was on
it and to remove and replace rotted pieces of the back deck. Mr. Oxian stated
that the commission could approve his repairs now so he does not have to turn
in another Certificate of Appropriateness. Joann Sporleder moved to approve
the repairs. Catherine Hostetler seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
2) 1997-0723, 1615 East Wayne - remove 15 existing industrial casement windows
and replace them with Eagle brand wood casement windows that would include
• muntins in the glass to match the existing pattern. The first floor living
room windows are to be unaffected.
Mr. Duvall presented the Staff Report and distributed photographs and product
literature. Mr. Duvall then indicated that the applicant, was present. Mrs.
Sporleder asked what Mr. Hojnacki was going to do with the front living room
windows. Mr. Hojnacki stated that nothing was going to be done with them
because they were not'a problem. Mrs. Sporleder asked if he was going to put
in interior storms. Mr. Hojnacki stated that he was not. Mrs. Sporleder
asked what had caused -him to want to replace the windows. Mr. Hojnacki noted
that the windows, were terribly inefficient due to the fact that they just do
not fit their openings and that the metal is deteriorating. Mrs. Sporleder
asked if he would consider doing interior storm windows.. Mr. Hojnacki stated
that he had looked into them, but.that they would not work due to their window
air conditioners and the windows protruding hardware. Mr. Oxian asked how
many windows were going to be replaced. Mr. Hojnacki said there were a total
of 24 windows in the house and that the five living room windows in the front
and two basement windows would not be affected. In total sixteen windows will
be replaced. Mr. Duvall explained and passed around an overlay that depicted
the window style currently in the house and the proposed new windows. He
further discussed the number of sashes and the casement type of the old and
new windows. Mrs. Sporleder asked how Mr. Hojnacki had come to choose this
particular manufacturer. Mr. Hojnacki said he had dealt with them in the past
when he had windows installed in his cottage. Mrs. Sporleder questioned if
the new windows were standardized or if they would be designed to fit each
individual window opening. Mr. Hojnacki said that they would all fit the
existing openings. There was further discussion of which windows were to be
• replaced. Mr. Fine noted that the.commission had already discussed this issue
a lot and did not need to reiterate everything.
Mr. Fine stated that he felt the windows were a significant feature of the
house and that what was most important was what was visible from the front of
the house. He passed out some pictures of a building with similar windows
that were replaced with the type Mr. Hojnacki wants to install. The pictures
pointed out Mr. Fines opinion that with sandwiched muntins you do not get'the
•
transom or.sidelights. He feels that it's a significant impact on the look of
the house. Mr. Fine suggested trying to retain all the front windows. Mr.
Oxian asked how bad the front windows were. Mr. Hojnacki stated that they
were just as bad the rest of the windows in the house. He further stated that
the only ones in really good shape were the living room windows. Mr. Oxian
questioned if there was a way to have a new window made that would better
match the existing front window. Mr. Hojnacki stated that it would not be
economically feasible to do so. Mr. Duvall noted that the closest window
design the manufacturer makes had fixed sashes across the top but it still did
not look like the existing pattern and was double the cost. Mr. Fine
reiterated that in steel* casement windows the muntin or the divided lights
were very prominent features of the windows. Mrs. Sporleder noted that with
the.sandwiched muntin you get a plain sheet of glass on the outside that dulls
the presence of the interior muntins. Mrs. Sporleder stated that the
commission needed to look at the standards, what the standards say and how the
neighborhood expects the cojmission to up hold them. Mr. Wiener noted that
the whole issue of whether Mr. Hojnacki had followed the guidelines or not
centered around the definition of the word "similar". Mrs. Hostetler agreed
with Mr. Fine in that when the light hits the new windows all you are going to
be able to see is one sheet of glass, the muntins will not be visible. Mr.
Oxian noted that the commission has allowed other applicants to do similar
window replacements in the pasta Mr. Fine restated that muntins should always
be on the outside. Mr. Oxian stated that in his opinion it sounded like
everyone was okay with the replacement of the side and rear windows and that
the only problem is with the replacement of the front window.
Mrs. Hostetler asked if the applicant had already paid for the windows and if
he was ready to put them in.- Mr. Hojnacki responded that he had.
'Mr. Fine questioned if the front study window ever had an air conditioning
unit it. Mr. Hojnacki responded that it did not. Mr. Fine stated that the
window could then have an interior storm window installed to provide the
needed efficiency. There was some discussion over the windows protruding
hardware and the depth of the sill. Mr. Oxian stated that Mr. Fine wanted the
window to be retained. Mr. Hojnacki said that would not happen because then
that window would be different from the rest of the windows. Mrs. Sporleder
mentioned that she was not convinced that interior storm windows were an
impossibility. Mrs. Petrass noted that you can get interior storm windows to
fit over the cranks.
Mr. Fine stated that he was just trying to come up with a compromise in which
both parties are happy. He suggested that the front windows be left, because
of their visibility from the street and that the side and rear windows can be
replaced. Mr. Fine felt that the steel casement windows that were to be left
untouched would clash with the new flat pane windows.
Mrs. Sporleder again showed concern that the standards be up -held the way the
neighborhood would want them to be. She stated that the proposal seems to
follow the standards as one could interpret them. Mr. Hojnacki noted that he
had gone to extra expense and effort to get wipdows that conformed to the
standards as he had interpreted them.
Mrs. Hostetler expressed confusion as to why Mr. Hojnacki put out all that
money for a major project with out consulting the commission first. Mr.
Hojnacki stated that he had applied when he had the opportunity to do so. He
felt that there would not be any controversy over his project. He also
reiterated that .it was a question of the word "similar" and he felt that he
had achieved this goal. Jerry Wiener moved to approve the application as
presented. Joann Sporleder seconded the motion. Mr. Oxian suggested that the
front window be saved for future owners. The motion passed as amended with
three in favor, Jerry Wiener, Joann Sporleder and Janeanne Petrass. Those
opposed were Adrian Fine and Catherine Hostetler. John Oxian abstained.
B. Second Reading Proposed Local Landmark Designations
1) 828 East Jefferson - Perley House
Mr. Oxian asked for assistance in deciding the best course of action to follow
in designating this property. He stated that according to Aladean DeRose a
building that is in the process of being moved can be designated as a landmark
with out its original site. Mr. Oxian read the letter he received from
Aladean DeRose. He then noted that the person who is buying the house was not
present. Mr. Oxian asked if the commission wanted to approve it and send it
on or wait a month. Mrs. Sporleder stated that the commission should get on
with it.. Mr. Duvall interjected that the person who was supposedly buying the
property, Richard Johnson, had said that he expected to have closed on the
property last Friday. The proposed location for the move is currently the
southeast corner of Jefferson and Eddy, which is lot number one of Sunnymede.
However, Mr. Johnson does not have site control of that lot. There was a
previous site at 216 South St,. Louis which remains unclear whether he has
totally abandoned this site or not. Mrs. Sporleder asked why it had to be
moved. Mr. Duvall stated that it has been encroached upon by a new building
built by Weiss Homes, the current owners of 828 E. Jefferson. He explained
that Weiss Homes had used the house as their office until they built a new
office building behind the house with the intention of tearing the house down
when the new building was complete. Mr. Duvall noted that he had sent them a
• letter asking them to put the house up for sale so it can be moved instead of
torn down. Weiss Homes graciously agreed to go along with this idea. Mr.
Duvall stated that he had a telephone conversation this afternoon with Dave
Weiss, the President of Weiss Homes, in which he requested that the proposal
be tabled until the sale is final. Mr. Weiss does not want it to be
landmarked until there is a secure purchaser, since Mr. Johnson does not
appear to be a sure thing. Mr. Duvall explained to him that if the commission
recommended the proposal it did not mean that it would happen. - Mr. Weiss
proposedthat the commission table the proposal. Mr. Duvallsaid the
commission could also recommend the proposal with the understanding that the
ordinance not be sent forward until the sale is final. Mr. Weiss was not
completely comfortable with that solution but. he realized he could still
oppose the final landmarking. Mrs. Hostetler stated that she was for tabling
the proposal. Mr. Oxian noted that if the commission landmarks it with out
the owners consent it might reflect badly on the commission and if the they
table it then the commission is still cooperating with the parties involved.
Mr. Oxian also mentioned that he thought that moving the house to Wayne Street
Historic District was a mistake and if the commission approves it there could
be a lot of trouble. He suggested if a motion was made to approve it that it
should only approve the St. Louis Street location. Mrs. Sporleder stated that
they should go ahead and recommend it so that there is less chance that the
building will be demolished between now and next months meeting. She used
Blake Gardens as an example. Mr. Oxian disagreed due to -Weiss Homes past
cooperation with the commission. He noted that Mr. Duvall should write the
owners a letter telling them that Mr. Johnson did not show up at the meeting
so the commission tabled the proposal for a month to see what happens.
• Catherine Hostetler moved to table the motion. John Oxian seconded the
motion. The motion passed with Joann Sporleder abstaining.
IV. Regular Business.
A. Staff Report
1. Blake Gardens
Mr. Duvall passed out a copy of the letter that was sent to the Army Corp. of
Engineers requesting a public hearing in the matter of Blake Gardens. There
is no other new information.
2. Darden Bridge
Nothing new to report
V. Announcements & Miscellaneous Matters
Mr. Duvall reported the Department of Economic Development is preparing an
application for the ISTEA Transportation Enhancement funding for the repair of
the Jefferson Street Bridge. They want the commission to write a letter of.
support in seeking this funding. Mr. Duvall requested authorization to write
the letter of support. He explAined how the ISTEA funding worked. Catherine
Hostetler moved to authorize the letter.Joann Sporleder seconded it. The
motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Duvall also noted that the Second Courthouse Corporation was seeking
funding to repair the courthouse. The repair of the Cupola would be paid for
through fund raising and the roof would be' replaced using Historic
Preservation Grant funding. Karen Kiemnec volunteered to write the grant. In
• order for them to get the CLG points Preservation Commission has, to be a
co -applicant. The County Commissioners are in favor of this project. Mr.
Duvall requested permission to go ahead with this application. Mr., Oxian
expressed concern that this project not be allowed to take money from the two
projects, that were already in process. He noted that the commissioners had
previously told them to wait until fall to do anything. Mrs. Sporleder
questioned what our responsibilities in regards to this grant would be. Mr.
Duvall stated that the commission would have to process the claims and do
quarterly reports on the progress of the project. Mr. Oxian asked why they
were doing it'now. He stated that he wanted to.know how soon this proJect
would be done. Mr. Oxian further questioned if Water Works had done two
applications for grants or not. Mr. Fine noted that there are two CLGs so
there is double the possibility of getting the grants. He also mentioned that
if they get the funding the project will definitely start in the spring,
because; for the first time there -are two County Commissioners committed to
saving the building. Joann Sporleder moved to authorize Mr. Duvall to pursue
this project. Adrian Fine seconded the motion. The motion passed with John
Oxian abstaining.
Mr. Duvall further noted that a zoning application for a change of zoning for
130 Park Lane to the Professional Health Care zoning. Mr. Oxian stated that
the Junior League was going to be moving into that building and, that the
commission could go ahead with the landmarking of the building.
VI. Hearing of Visitors
No one spoke of anything outside of their Certificate of Appropriateness
applications.
IX. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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STAFF APPROVED
C of A's
1997-0818 702 N. St. Joseph
In -Kind Replacement of roof and gutters
1997-0818-2 509 Edgewater
In -Kind Replacement of roof
1997-0819 701 Riverside Drive
In -Kind Replacement of roof
1997-0820 1055 Riverside Drive
In -Kind Replacement of Garage roof
1997-0822 61601 Bremen Hwy.
Reroof garage and barn due to storm damage
1997-0827 1312 E. Wayne Street
Tree removal
1997-0829 2119 Portage
Masonary repair and restoration on east side of chimney.
Replacement of damaged bricks in west side wall and seal settling cracks.
Replacement of missing brick in north side steps.
• 1997-0904
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609 Riverside Drive
In -Kind Replacement of Roof