HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 1999Mar -Main Arms Apartments
125 West Marion
West Wing -Main Floor -Sitting Room
Monday, December 20,1999 7:30 PM
I. Call to Order
II. Public Hearing
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A. Certificate of Appropriateness
A 1.1999-1108-1012 Riverside Drive, French doors, garage door.
- 2.1999-1117-1142 Lincolnway East, siding.
H B. Proposed Local Landmarks, 2nd Reading
1.501 West Colfax—Remedy Building
2.1818 LincolnwaY West –Alward House
3.1019 S. Michigan -Burke Building
4.802 N. Lafayette -YWCA
5.115 S. Lafayette– Dean/Lafayette Building
. 6.911 S. Michigan– State Bank
III. Regular Business
A. Approval of Minutes (October & November)
B. Treasurer's Report
HC. Correspondence
�I D. Committee Reports
- " "+ 1. Historic Districts
2. Historic Landmarks First Reading
••� a. Angela Street Bridge
b. 528 S. Eddy -Thomas Jefferson School
c. 1917 Cedar (owner requested)
3. Standards and Maintenance
a. 1158 Lincolnway East, rear parking lot.
E. Staff Reports
1. C of A Staff Approvals (see attachment)
2. Legal "
3. Miscellaneous Activities & Grants
IV. Old Business
A. 312 Don Moyer -Monroe School, passed the Council.
B. 101 S. Lafayette -Peoples Church, passed the Council
V. New Business
A. Vote on meeting schedule for 2000.
VI. Hearing of Visitors
VII. Announcements and Miscellaneous Matters
VIII. Adjournment
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DECEMBER 20, 1999
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South Bend and St. Joseph County
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
227 WEST JEFFERSON BLVD. RM 1123
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
Phone: 219-235-9798 Fax: 219-235-9578
E -Mail: historic(amichiana.org
John Oxian, President A Certified Local Government J. Edward Talley, Director
12/9/99
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To: All Commission Members
From: HPC Staff
Re: December 20th Meeting
The December Commission meeting will be held at the Mar -Main Arms Apartment Building
on Marion Street. Enclosed you will find maps to aid anyone who is unfamiliar with this
building. The annual Christmas party will be held at this location directly following the
Commission meeting, the staff will provide refreshments. If you have any questions please
contact either Ed or Rhonda.
The staff again asks that all Commission members PLEASE contact the staff as soon as
possible if you are or are not attending the December meeting. Thank you.
Saving The History Of South Bend & St. Joseph County By Protecting The Irreplaceable
COMMISSIONERS
Martha Choitz Richard Helmus Jerry Weiner
Adrian Fine (Secretary) Catherine Hostetler (Vice -President) Ron Zmyslo (Treasurer)
Kari Gallagher Joann Sporleder (Historic Architect) Aladean DeRose (Attorney)
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STAFF REPORT
CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
Application Number:
Property Location:
Property Owner:
1999-1108
1012 Riverside Drive
Mike Keen
Landmark or District Designation:
Rating: S/11
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Key Number:
Survey Number: 141-598-25048
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
This Romantic Style residence was built by Frank Gilmer in 1920. Mr. Gilmer was an
attorney with the South Bend firm of Shively, Gilmer, Arnold and Doror. Mr. Gilmer resided
there until 1927 when he sold the house to Leslie and Helen Morehouse. Mr. Morehouse was
the editor of the South Bend Tribune, he and his wife resided here until 1937 when they sold
the house to Duncan O'Coner, a superintendent at South Bend Lathe. Mr. & Mrs. O'Coner
lived in this house until 1954 when it was sold to Everett Hinman, who sold it two years later to
Lester E. Menzie, an agent for Whitcomb & Keller. Mr. & Mrs. Menzie resided here until
1973 when they sold the house to Kenneth Grant. Mr. Grant lived in this house until his death
in 1999 when it was inherited by Allen and Noreen Howard, who sold the property to Mike
Keen later that same year.
PROPOSED CHANGE(S)
The Applicant is proposing to replace and existing home-made French door unit located
in the rear of the house with a Pella Pro -Line Series French Door unit with a light division of
two wide and five long. He is also requesting to replace the existing wood garage door with a
Thermacore 297 Series, raised panel, insulated steel door.
REFERENCE TO GOVERNING STANDARDS:
Restoration: Rehabilitation:
The Preservation Guidelines for Riverside Drive Local Historic District:
b) ... The Guidelines for the Riverside Drive Street Historic District follow the Rehabilitation
Model....
II. Existing Structures
II. A. Building Materials
II.A. Required
The existing 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.
II. C. Windows and Doors
II.C. Required
Original windows and doors including sash, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments,
hoods and hardware shall be retained or when deteriorated beyond repair, replaced with units
and trim resembling the original.
II.C. Recommended
If new sash and doors are used, the existing or original materials, design and hardware should
be used.
II.C. Prohibited
Original doors, windows, and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be restored and re-
used in place. New window and door openings which alter the scale and proportion of the
building may not be introduced.
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RECOMMENDATION
The owner is proposing to replace the hand made French door unit located toward the
rear of the house. The existing unit does not match any other window or door opening in this
house and was haphazardly put together. The proposed Pella French door unit will have a
mutin pattern very similar to those found in various window units through out the house. The
staff recommends approval of the replacement of the rear French door unit.
The owner is also proposing to replace the moveable portion of the garage door, not the
arched windows. The current door is made of wood with square panels that span four wide and
four high. The proposed replacement door will be made of insulated steel and will have raised
panels to duplicate the square panels found on the existing door. The replacement door will not
affect the structure or the arched windows above the opening. The staff finds the proposed
door to be extremely close in style to the existing wood door and thus, recommends approval.
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STAFF REPORT
CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
Application Number:
Property Location:
Property Owner:
1999-1117
1142 Lincolnway East
Daniel Bernth
Landmark or District Designation:
Rating: S/11
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Key Number:
Survey Number: 141-597-43000
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE/HISTORIC CONTEXT
This house was built in 1894 by George M. and Lucinda Brown. Mr. Brown was born
in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1852. He relocated to the South Bend area in 1868 and married
Lucinda Folk ten years later. Ms. Folk was born in Ohio in 1853 and moved to South Bend in
1873. Mr. Brown was a cigar maker, he and his wife had four daughters and resided in this
house forty-four years. Mr. & Mrs. Brown both died in 1938 at age 85. Upon their deaths the
house was inherited by their daughter, Pearl Brown. Ms. Brown had previously been residing
with her parents at this address and continued to live there until 1944 when the house was sold
to Arthur Leroy and Edith Feller. Mr. Feller, a general insurance salesman, was born in
Pennsylvania in 1896 and married Edith Lund in 1925. Arthur resided in this house until his
death in 1950 at age 53. His widow, Edith, remained in residence here until 1970 when she
sold the property to Michael J. Douthitt. Mr. Douthitt was president/treasurer of the South
Bend Office Communications Inc., a distributor and dealer in office equipment. He transferred
ownership of the property over to South Bend Office Communications in 1972. They retained
the title until 1976 when the house was sold to L.L. Geans & Son, Inc., cement contractors.
They used the building as office space until 1978 when the structure was rented out. L.L.
Geans Inc., owned the house until 1991 when it was sold to the current owner, Daniel Bernth.
PROPOSED CHANGE(S)
The Applicant is proposing to replace upstairs windows with vinyl windows to match
those located on the first floor and to replace wood clapboard siding and trim with vinyl siding
and aluminum trim.
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Restoration: Rehabilitation:
The Preservation Guidelines for Lincolnway East Local Historic District:
b) ... The Guidelines for the Lincolnway East Street Historic District follow the Rehabilitation
Model....
II. Existing Structures
II. A. Building Materials
II.A. Required
Original exterior building materials shall be retained. Deterioration of wood materials shall be
prevented through repair, cleaning, and painting. 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.
II. A. Recommended
Whenever, possible the original building material should be restored.
Aluminum or vinyl siding may be used when it is the only feasible alternative to maintaining
the original surface material. When used on wood surfaces, this siding should be the same size
and style as the original wood. However, it must be noted that such material can contribute to
the deterioration of the structure from moisture and insects.
II. C. Windows and Doors
II.C. Required
Original windows and doors including sash, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments,
hoods and hardware shall be retained or when deteriorated beyond repair, replaced with units
and trim resembling the original.
II.C. Recommended
If new sash and doors are used, the existing or original materials, design and hardware should
be used.
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II.C. Prohibited
Existing or original windows, doors, and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be
restored and re -used in place. New window and door openings that would alter the scale and
proportion may not be introduced.
RECOMMENDATION
The owner is proposing to replace all second story double hung windows with new
vinyl, double hung windows, identical to the windows located on the first floor. The
Commission approved the replacement of all first story windows in 1995 with the stipulation
that the sills, trim and hoods remain wood and not be wrapped in vinyl. The staff recommends
approval of the replacement of all second story windows with the proposed replacements except
the two windows located in the rear of the house. These windows are double hung with a mutin
division of two over two and the staff feels they should be replaced with a double hung window
that has the same or similar mutin division.
The owner is also proposing to replace the existing clapboard siding with vinyl siding
and aluminum trim. Daniel Bernth, the owner, has stated in his application that the new siding
will be built out to duplicate existing trim appearance and that effort will be made to retain the
character of the house within a reasonable budget. The staff has inspected the property and
notes that there is severe deterioration on the front facade and rear left fagade. However, the
staff feels that Mr. Bernth has not addressed the causes behind this deterioration and that if he is
allowed to put siding over the existing wood the deterioration will worsen. The owner has also
not explained if he intends to remove the clapboard or cover it up. The staff has tried to contact
Mr. Bernth, but, has been unsuccessful. The owner has also failed to explain how he intends to
maintain the architectural details of the house without addressing the cedar shacks in the gables,
the fascia board, and level divisions. These items may be replicated with vinyl and aluminum,
however, the owner has not submitted such details. Furthermore, the owner is again proposing
to wrap the window trim, sills and hoods in aluminum, a proposal the Commission turned down
in 1995. The staff recommends denial of the siding portion of the application based on the fact
that the siding would hide or detract from very important details, such as, the cedar shacks,
freize board, level bands and window hoods. The staff also feels that the siding should not be
covered over until the source of deterioration is solved. (The staff would also like to note that
when the Mr. Bernth purchased this house in 1991 the wood clapboard siding was is failry good
condition and has only started to show extensive deterioration under his ownership.)
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SIDING & CONSTRUCTION
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All new windows to be sold vinyl built, double hung, thermopane, replacement window units
ColorA((J T by Gentek Advantage series 7800 with full screens, double strength glass
security locks, three lift rails, reinforced and lap lock meeting rail, pocket sill, welded sash and
main frames stainless steel spiral balancers, beveled exterior frame and tilt in sashes
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Any alteration or deviation from the above specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon written orders, and will be come an extra charge over and above
the estimate. All agreements contingent upon strikes, accidents or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire, tomado and other necessary insurance upon above
work. Workman's Compensation and Public Liability Insurance on above work to be taken out by WESTFIELD INSURANCE. COMPANY. In e4ent of non-payment,
persons signing below will be responsible for all attorney fees, court costs, and any collection fees. .
All material is guaranteed to be as specified, and the above work to be performed in accordance with the drawings and specifications submitted for above work and
completed in a substantial workmanlike manner with balance to be PAID IN FULL UPON COMPLETION -
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Per HOOSIER SIDING & CONSTRUCTION, INC.
NOTE - This contract may be withgrawn by us if not accepted within 90 days.
ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT
The above prices, specifications and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby accepted. Hoosier Siding & Construction, Inc. is hereby authorized to do the work as
specified. Payment will be made on completion. The persons signing this contract warrant that they are the owners of the real estate where the work is to be performed
and that there are no liens or mortgages on that real estatQ except,
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work. Workman's Compensation and Public Liability Insurance on above work to betaken out by WESTFIELD INSURANCE COMPANY. In event of non—payment,
persons signing below will be responsible for all attorney fees, court costs, and any collection fees.
All material Is guaranteed to be as specified, and the above work to be performed in accordance with the drawings and specifications submitted for above work and
completed in a substantial workmanlike manner with balance to be - PAID IN FULL UPON COMPLETION.
JOB INCLUDES: " Building Permit " Yard Clean Up TOTAL AMOUNT 1$
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NOTE - This contract may be withdrawn by us if not accepted within 90 days.
ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT
The above prices,.specifications and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby accepted. Hoosier Siding & Construction, Inc. is hereby authorized to do the work as
specified. Payment will be made on completion. The persons signing this contract warrent that they are the owners of the real estate where the work is to be performed
and that there are no liens or mortgages opthat real .estat0_except.
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1818 Lincolnway West
Historical Context
This property is located on the southwest corner of North Brookfield and
Lincolnway West, in South Bend, Indiana. It is described as being lot 4 of
Moon's First Addition of South Bend.
This wood frame American Four Square, style house, was built in 1907 for
Francis L. and Mary Alward. Mr. and Mrs. Alward lived in this house until the
nineteen -teens when they began to rent the house out. They returned to the
house during the 1930's at which time they shared the dwelling with their
daughters, Margaret and Miriam. , both of which were teachers at Ardmore
School. Francis L. Alward was born in Union Township in 1875, to Francis M.
and Sarah Alward. Mr. Alward taught in various rural schools for eight years
before attending Vories Business School in Indianapolis. Upon his graduation
Francis became a cashier for the Singer Manufacturing Company, thirty-one
years later he was promoted to head bookkeeper. Mr. Alward also served as
president of the St. Joseph County Council in 1936. He married Mary Ream in
1905 and had five children, two sons and three daughters. Francis died
tragically in 1944, he was struck by an automobile while on his way to the
grocery store. Mrs. Alward sold the property a month later to Etta and William
J. Donat.
William Donat was born in Topeka, Indiana in 1866. He married Etta Gibson in
1889 and had four children. The family moved to South Bend in 1921 at which
time Mr. Donat became a buyer for Sanders Lumber Inc., on Walnut Street. Mr.
and Mrs. Donat resided in this house with their daughter, Veda Kinney until their
deaths. Mrs. Kinney, widow of Clayton Kinney, was an inspector with the Bendix
Corporation until her retirement in the 1960's. Veda remained owner and
occupant of this house until 1992 when the house was sold to John and Deanna
Bowalds, who in turn sold it to the current owner, Rebecca Cronk, in 1999.
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ARCHITECTURAL DESCRIPTION
This is a two and a half story American Four Square style house. It has a square
plan and a quarry face block foundation. The house boasts wood clapboard
siding, a flare belt course along the second floor, a rounded corner under the
porch, shingled hipped dormers, truncated pyramid roof, boxed eaves, simple
frieze board and central chimney. It also has a corner front porch with inset flat
roof, wood balustrade, simple architrave, elevated wood deck, block base,
tapered box columns, clapboard wall and concrete steps. The house has one
over one double hung windows through out the first and second stories and
sixteen over one double hung windows in the dormers, all with wood surrounds
and caps. It also contains a hexagonal oriel window with molded entablature on
the west facade and a full glazed wood entry door and an eight mullioned wood
storm door on the front facade.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the Historic Preservation Commission's Local Landmark Criteria's
adopted by the Common Council, the building at 1818 Lincolnway West has
been recommended to the Common Council for designation as a Local
Landmark by Historic Preservation Commission.
The building meets the criteria in at least three areas:
1.) Its embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, materials, or
craftsmanship which represents an architectural characteristic or innovation.
2.) Its suitability for preservation.
3.) Its identification with the life of a person of historical significance.
The building fulfills criteria #1 as an excellent example of a turn of the century
American Four Square style residential structure. The building is rated a
significant eleven in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory.
The building fulfills criteria #2 by the integrity of its original construction with
virtually no changes to the facade in over 90 years. Its a wonderful and unique
example of the many variations individuals used when designing an American
Four Square house.
The building fulfills criteria #3 by its association with Francis Alward, a
prominent figure in local politics.
Staff finds that the building meets the criteria for designation as a Local Landmark and
recommends that the Commission send such a recommendation to the Common Council.
PROPOSED LOCAL LANDMARK
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This property is located on the northwest corner of West Garst and South
Michigan Streets, in South Bend, Indiana. It is described as being lot 8 of South
Bend City Addition, of South Bend.
This two story brick commercial building was constructed by W. W. Schnieder
Construction Company in 1928 for Morris Burke, his wife, Meriam and their
children, Jacob Burke, Sara Burke Richman and her husband Isadore. The
Burke family rented or leased the first floor to a series of businesses and rented
the second story out as apartment space.
Morris Burke was born in Poland in 1877 and married Merriam Schwartzblat in
1899. Mr. & Mrs. Burke moved to South Bend in 1913 from New York, with
their three children, Sara, Charles and Yale. Two more children, Anna and
Jacob, were born in South Bend. Morris Burke owned "Morris Grocery" on
Western Avenue.
Jacob Burke, born in South Bend in 1914, graduated from Notre Dame and
eventually took over the family grocery business, renaming it, the Jacob Burke
Company. Jacob's sister, Sara, was born in Russia in 1904, and married
Isadore Richman in 1926. Isadore and Sara were the owners of D & R Grocery
on Mishawaka Avenue. Together the couple help co-found the Sinai Synagogue
in South Bend.
The first business the Burkes leased the building to was the Belmont Crockery
Corporation which occupied the first floor from 1930 to 1940 when it became
the Belmont Sales Corporation, selling wholesale bar equipment. Both
businesses were owned and operated by Joseph E. Miller and Eber Votaw. Mr.
Miller moved the business to a new location in the mid -1940's. At which time
James Czolgosz and Harry Zeigler moved the Ace Floor Covering Shop into the
recently vacated space. This business occupied the first floor of the Burke
Building until 1955 after which the space remained vacant for five years. In
1960 the South Bend -Mishawaka Board of Realtors occupied the building for five
years. Upon their departure the street level portion of the building remained
vacant until 1971 when Niles Paper Products briefly occupied the space. Since
then the first floor has remained vacant while the second floor still housed
apartments.
Morris Burke continued to be a share holder in this building until his death in
1964 at age 86. His son-in-law, Isadore Richman, soon followed, dying in
1969 at age 65. Upon their deaths ownership of the structure fell to Jacob
Burke, Sara Richman and their younger sister, Anna Radding. Mrs. Radding
was born in South Bend in 1916 and married Leigh Radding in 1947. Anna
was an employee of the Robertson's Department Store and Buttons and Bows.
The three siblings continued to rent out both levels of the building until 1979
when Sara and Anna sold their shares to their brother, Jacob and his wife,
Carol. Sara Richman lived to be 76 years old, dying in 1981, while Anna also
passed away at age 76, in 1992. Jacob and Carol Burke continued to own the
structure until Jacobs death in 1994 at age 80. Carol sold the structure a
year later to the current owner, William Weaver.
ARCHITECTURAL DESCRIPTION
This is a two story Colonial Revival style commercial structure. The building has
a square plan, brick foundation, flat, parapeted roof with course curves rising
above corner storefront. The walls are made of running -bond yellow brick, with
evenly spaced glazed, white stone blocks, quoins , stone sill course at second
story, wide string course defining parapets which contain carved geometric
stone shapes. The building also has three recessed remodeled, modern
storefronts of even width. The windows are all one over one double hung or
fixed. The corner windows have stone surrounds and intricately carved crowns.
There is also a rear flat annex attached to the rear of the building.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the Historic Preservation Commission's Local Landmark Criteria's
adopted by the Common Council, the building at 1019 S. Michigan has been
recommended to the Common Council for designation as a Local Landmark by
Historic Preservation Commission.
The building meets the criteria in at least three areas:
1.) Its embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, materials, or
craftsmanship which represents an architectural characteristic or innovation.
2.) Its suitability for preservation.
3.) Its identification with the life of a person of historical significance.
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The building fulfills criteria #1 as an excellent example of an early nineteen
hundreds commercial structure in the Colonial Revival Style. The building is
rated a significant eleven in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory.
The building fulfills criteria #2 by the integrity of its original construction with
no significant changes to the buildings unique craftsmanship. Its a wonderful
example of a 1920's Colonial style commercial structure.
The building fulfills criteria #3 by its association with the Morris and Jacob
Burke, two prominent South Bend Grocers and Sara and Isadore Richman, co-
founders of the prominent Sinai Synagogue.
Staff finds that the building meets the criteria for designation as a Local Landmark and
recommends that the Commission send such a recommendation to the Common Council.
PROPOSED LOCAL LANDMARK
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This property is located on the northeast corner of North Lafayette and Bartlett
Streets, in South Bend, Indiana. It is described as being lots 12, 13 and 14 of
Reynolds Subdivision, of South Bend.
This four story brick and stone structure was designed by prominent South Bend
architects, Austin & Shambleau and constructed in 1925-1926 for the Young
Women's Christian Association.
The South Bend chapter of the YWCA was founded in 1903 by such prominent
citizens as Mrs. J. B. Birdsell, Mrs. G. Wyman, Mrs. Ellen Colfax and Mrs. J.F.
Studebaker. The first YWCA house opened in October of that year, it offered
housing, physical fitness activities, and a variety of classes which included, bible
study, history, basketry and pyrography. At the end of its first year the
association had nearly 400 members, 127 of which were enrolled in educational
classes. By 1905 the YWCA had out grown its present facility and was in
desperate need of more space. In February of 1906 George Wyman purchased
the Chestnutwood property on North Lafayette Boulevard and immediately
began construction of a new facility for the "Y". Upon its completion the
Wyman's signed over ownership of the property and facility to the YWCA Board
of Directors. Mr. Wyman also paid to have the entire structure furnished and
insured. As South Bend's population increased so did the YWCA's influence.
They expanded their programs to include various health, religious and industrial
classes, recreational activities, clubs, camps and social undertakings. As their
activities grew so did their need for more space. In 1924 a campaign to raise
funds for a larger facility began. The campaign for funds started during the
presidency of Mrs. W.H. Shonts and chairman Dr. C.A. Lippincott. The executive
board consisted of various prominent South Bend residents including; A.R.
Erskine, Mrs. Fred W. Keller, Mrs. J.F. Nuner, James D. Oliver II, Rome C.
Stephenson, Mrs. George Wyman and H.W. Eldridge. Mrs. Fred Keller and Mrs.
J.F. Nuner headed up the Building Committee.
The proposed building at the corner of Lafayette Boulevard and Bartlett Street
would be four stories tall, have 140 bedrooms and cost $200,000.00 to
complete. The Christman Company broke ground in October of 1925 and
completed the structure in time for its grand opening in the fall of 1926.
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accommodate such a large number of clients the YWCA refined its program to
include eight distinctive groups; business and industrial, health education,
Girl Reserves, room registry, cafeteria, travelers aid, camp and Business
Women's Bible class departments. The YWCA has been an active part in
South Bend's social life for nearly a hundred years and continues to be a vital
resource for area women.
ARCHITECTURAL DESCRIPTION
This is a four story Classic Revival Style housing facility. It has an irregular plan,
stone foundation and one brick chimney located on the north wing. The walls
are made of red bond brick with stone string courses along first story and below
the third and fourth stories. It also boasts a symmetric fagade and arched stone
panels around the first elevation. The building has a flat roof with stone capped
parapets inlaid with stone panels to hide roof mechanics. In addition it contains
stone cornice at roof line and a wide plain stone freize. There is a trio of three
front doors in the central fagade with single paned French doors on the right and
left, all of which have angular pediments, stone surrounds and stone pilasters.
The building also boasts fourth story porches under the roofline, both of which
have open arches, low semi circular iron railings, stone keystones and radiating
brick surrounds.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the Historic Preservation Commission's Local Landmark Criteria's
adopted by the Common Council, the building at 802 N. Lafayette has been
recommended to the Common Council for designation as a Local Landmark by
Historic Preservation Commission.
The building meets the criteria in at least four areas:
1.) Its character, interest, or value as part of the development, heritage, or
culture of the City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, the State of Indiana, or the
United States of America.
2.) Its,embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, materials, or
craftsmanship which represents an architectural characteristic or innovation.
3.) Its suitability for preservation.
4.) Its identification with the life of a person of historical significance.
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The building fulfills criteria #1 as a part of South Bend's and the Nation's
growing population of women seeking to aid and educate their gender.
The building fulfills criteria #2 as an excellent example of a 1920's Classic
Revival Style housing/educational facility. The building is rated a significant
twelve in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory.
The building fulfills criteria #3 by the integrity of its original construction with
no significant changes to the buildings unique craftsmanship.
The building fulfills criteria #4 by its association with the YWCA and its various,
prominent, officers.
Staff finds that the building meets the criteria for designation as a Local Landmark and
recommends that the Commission send such a recommendation to the Common Council.
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PROPOSED LOCAL LANDMARK
115 SOUTH LAFAYETTE
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This property is located on the west side of South Lafayette Street between West
Washington and West Jefferson Streets, in South Bend, Indiana. It is described
as being lot 393, except 60 feet along west side, Original Plat, of South Bend.
Dr. Edwin R. Dean purchased lot 393 from John Ellsworth in 1900 for $6,500.00
Dr. Dean hired the H.G. Christman Company in 1901 to construct a three story
office building. The "Dean Building" was completed later that year and housed
attorneys, physicians, real estate agents, life insurance agents and proprietary
medical companies. By 1903 a two story addition was added to the structure,
making the building a total of five stories tall.
Dr. Edwin R. Dean was born in Kentucky in 1865. At the age of 13 Edwin was
appointed deputy tax collector of Montgomery County, Kentucky, a position he
held for eight years. He received a bachelors degree in 1888 from Georgetown
College and earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in
Philadelphia in 1900. Dr. Dean moved to South bend in 1902 where he opened
the areas largest medical practice. His first wife, Emma Dunn, passed away in
1903, leaving three children. Dr. Dean remarried a few years later to Bessie
Stover. He continued to operate his medical practice until his death in 1917 at
age 52. Upon his death the Dean Building was inherited by his wife, Bessie, his
sons William and Henry and his daughter, Virginia Dean Jordan.
William S. Dean was born in 1907 in South Bend and married Eleanor Hatcher in
1931. William was the assistant vice president of the Associates Corp, of North
America, until his retirement in 1968. The Dean family continued to own and
operate the Dean Building until 1937 when they sold it to the Compton
Investment Company, which was operated by Lizzie Compton, Francis Compton
and Georgia Compton Walker. The Compton's retained ownership of this
structure for seven years, selling it in 1944 to Frank, Marie, Clinton and Opal
Ketchen.
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children. Mr. Ketchen was an insurance broker for most of his life. He
eventually retired and moved to Florida in 1958. Frank's brother, Clinton
James Ketchen was born in Canada in 1898 and was also an insurance agent.
He too moved to Florida in 1960. The Ketchen brothers owned and operated
the Dean/Lafayette Building for twenty-one years, selling it in 1965 to Vivian
Turk, Orville Denniston and William Hooton. However, Ms. Turk sold her
interest in the property to Mr. Denniston and Mr. Hooton three years later.
Mr. Denniston was the owner of "Denniston Realty". He and Mr. Hooton
owned this structure until 1973 when it was sold to Bruce Gafill Projects Inc.,
which has been credited with the restoration of the building in the early
1980s. This corporation rented portions of the building to various companies
including assorted government agencies. They owned the building until 1988
when it was sold to the Trust Corp Bank/ South Bend Land Trust, who sold it
in 1994 to the current owner, Schwander @ Company.
ARCHITECTURAL DESCRIPTION
This is a five story Neoclassical style office building with a rectangular plan and
brick foundation. The building boasts brick walls, limestone and terra cotta
details, large brick cornice and brick pilaster with terra cotta Ionic capitals. It
also has a flat roof, internal chimney, articulated front door with limestone
entrance, deeply set glass doors in marble sheathed portico and metal cased
leaf door. The windows are double hung, single panes along the first and second
floor, all with detailed stone jambs, sills and hoods. The remaining floors have
double hung single pane windows with plain terra cotta frames and metal
casings.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the Historic Preservation Commission's Local Landmark Criteria's
adopted by the Common Council, the building at 115 S. Lafayette has been
recommended to the Common Council for designation as a Local Landmark by
Historic Preservation Commission.
The building meets the criteria in at least three areas:
1.) Its embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, materials, or
craftsmanship which represents an architectural characteristic or innovation.
2.) Its suitability for preservation.
3.) Its identification with the life of a person of historical significance.
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Neo -Classical Style office building. The building is rated a significant eleven in
the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory.
The building fulfills criteria #2 by the integrity of its original construction with
virtually no alterations made to it over 90 years and the fact that it was South
Bends first commercial office building. Its a wonderful example of the Neo -
Classical style of architecture that was so popular in the early 1900s.
The building fulfills criteria #3 by its association with the Dr. Edwin Burke, a
prominent South Bend physician and his family of noted South Bend
Businessmen.
Staff finds that the building meets the criteria for designation as a Local Landmark and
recommends that the Commission send such a recommendation to the Common Council.
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HISTORIC polo
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911 South Michigan
Historical Context
This property is located on the west side of South Michigan Street between West
Garst and West Sample Streets, in South Bend, Indiana. It is described as being
lot 2 and 3 of South Bend City Addition, of South Bend.
This two story stone bank building was built in 1919 and 1924 by the South
Bend State Bank who purchased the land from Joseph Williams in 1919.
The South Bend State Bank was organized in 1919 by its president, Dick
Johnson, vice president, F.W. Van Antwerp and numerous other officers. It
officially opened for business in January of 1920 for the purpose of serving the
south side's growing business section, including the large number of Studebaker
employees. Upon opening, the bank had a capitalization of $50,000 and
occupied a small floor space on its present site. Within four years the bank's
depositors had grown to such numbers that larger quarters became necessary.
To solve the need for more space the bank expanded the original building by
adding additions to both its left and right sides in 1924. By the banks 10th
birthday it showed undivided profits of $90,000.00 and total resources of nearly
$2,000,000.00. The bank continued to provide various services to the south
side of South Bend until 1931 when it closed its doors and turned over all
accounts and assets to the Union Trust Company as trustee. The Union Trust
continued to retain these assets until 1938 when it faltered causing the State
Department of Financial Institutions to step in and turn all accounts over to the
First National Bank and Trust. First National Bank continued to own and rent
this structure out until 1981 when it was sold to Leo and Mary Sparkia, owners
of Sparkia Projects, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Sparkia also used the structure as a
rental, until 1999 when they sold it to the current owners, Jack Hartsell and E.R.
Hopson.
ARCHITECTURAL DESCRIPTION
This is a two story Neoclassical style bank building with a rectangular plan and
stone foundation. It has five -bay, colossal, Ionic columned fagade in limestone.
A projection molded lintel with dentils, spare linear horizontal detail below frieze
area and parapet with single simple rectilinear ornamental center. The roof is
flat with a staggered parapet made of stone and frieze with dates carved into it.
The building also has an iron grill at base of front bays with art deco styling, a
central pedimented entry, simple fixed single sash windows arranged
symmetrically along front bays with flanking molded pilasters, narrow molded
lintel course and stone spandrels between levels.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the Historic Preservation Commission's Local Landmark Criteria's
adopted by the Common Council, the building at 911 S. Michigan has been
recommended to the Common Council for designation as a Local Landmark by
Historic Preservation Commission.
The building meets the criteria in at least three areas:
1.) Its embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, materials, or
craftsmanship which represents an architectural characteristic or innovation.
2.) Its suitability for preservation.
3.) Its identification with the life of a person of historical significance.
The building fulfills criteria #1 as an excellent example of an early nineteen
hundreds Neo -Classical Style bank building. The building is rated a significant
eleven in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory.
The building fulfills criteria #2 by the integrity of its original construction with
no alterations made to it over 70 years. Its a wonderful example of the Neo -
Classical style of architecture that was so popular in the 1920's.
The building fulfills criteria #3 by its association with the South Bend State Bank
and its many prominent officers, including president Dick Johnson and vice
president, F.W. Van Antwerp.
Staff finds that the building meets the criteria for designation as a Local Landmark and
recommends that the Commission send such a recommendation to the Common Council.
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REPORT OF THE
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
COMMITTEE MEETING
Committee Meeting County Commissioner's
7:30 p.m. Conference Room
Monday, November 15, 1999 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 Oxian, Martha Choitz, Jerry Weiner and Gerald
Ujdak.
Commission staff present were: Ed Talley, Director, Rhonda Saunders, Assistant Director and
Aladean DeRose, Council.
Also attending the meeting were: Monica Anderson, Greg Anderson, Tim Lykowski, Joseph
Rubin, Julia DesLauriers, Linda Fritschner and John Troyer.
III. Public Hearing
A. Certificate of Appropriateness Applications
B. 1. 1999-1008-2-1012 Riverside Drive, grill, patio and plantings.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He also noted that the owner
was not present. Mr. Weiner moved to recommend approval of the application as suggested
by staff. Mrs. Choitz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote to
approve this motion was taken on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Martha
Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-
yes. The motion passed unanimously.
2. 1999-1026-1158 Lincolnway East, driveway and rear parking lot.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He also noted that the owner,
Joseph Rubin, was present. Mr. Oxian stated that by changing the driveway from the ribbon
style to a solid concrete pad would alter the historic fabric of the site and district. Mr. Rubin
stated that unfortunately all the driveways left in the district are solid concrete pads. He went
on to note that a concrete pad is much easier to maintain then trying to keep the grass under
control. Mrs. Choitz moved to recommend approval of the project with the stipulation that
additional specifications of the parking lot be submitted. There was some discussion over the
size and location of both parking lot options. Mr. Oxian asked if Mr. Rubin needed the larger
lot. Mr. Rubin stated that plan `B", which is the larger lot, would be preferable to plan "A".
Mr. Oxian asked how many cars plan "A" would hold. Mr. Rubin stated that he did not know
how many cars lot "A" would hold. Mrs. Choitz asked- if any landscaping would be installed to
shield the neighbors from the new parking lot.
Mr. Rubin noted that both of his neighbors have large concrete pads in their backyards without
any camouflage. Mr. Talley stated that Area Plan and the Building Department may require
buffering between office settings and residential settings. Mr. Oxian asked if Mr. Rubin has
looked into getting a permit for the new parking area. Mr. Rubin stated that he has not yet
turned the issue over to a contractor, nor researched the requirements for a permit. Mr. Oxian
stated that the Committee should not vote on the parking lot issue until more information is
available. Mr. Rubin asked if the application could be broken up so that the driveway and
walks could be approved now. Mr. Oxian noted that splitting the application would be fine.
Mrs. Choitz amended her motion to recommend approval of the replacement of existing
driveway, walks, stairs and curbs and the installation of a new service walk. Mr. Weiner
seconded the motion as amended. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote was taken
regarding this motion on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes,
Martha Choitz-yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-yes. The
motion to partially approve the application passed unanimously.
3. 1999-1027-1224 E. Wayne North, basement.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He noted that the owners,
Monica and Greg Anderson, were present. Mr. Talley further noted that the driveway may not
survive the contractors heavy trucks. Mr. Anderson stated that the contractor has promised to
pump back the concrete. Mr. Oxian asked what the addition currently sits on. Mr. Anderson
stated that the addition sits on a crawl space. Mrs. Choitz moved to recommend approval of the
application as submitted. Mr. Weiner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
A phone vote was taken concerning this motion on November 16, 1999, as follows: John
Oxian-yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes
and Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to approve the application passed unanimously.
4. 1999-1029-701 Riverside Drive, garage demolition and construction.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He further noted that the
owner, Julia DesLauriers and her contractor, John Troyer, were present. Mr. Talley also stated
that he had met with the owner and contractor to inspect the existing garage and discuss the
style and size of the new garage. Ms. DesLauriers submitted documentation and samples of the
siding, service door and garage door. Mr. Oxian stated that the proposed service door does not
match the existing service door. Ms. DesLauriers stated that she would use any style door the
Commission would approve. Mr. Oxian suggested that the owner use a door with two lower
panels and one large top panel, one similar to the "Challenge" door, design WS801. Mr. Ujdak
asked what type of garage doors would be used. Mr. Oxian stated that the existing garage has
sliding garage doors. Ms. DesLauriers noted that the existing doors are sliders, however, the
new garage would have overhead metal doors. Mr. Ujdak asked if the new garage would have
gutters and downspouts. John Troyer stated that the garage would have 5", "K" style gutters
and downspouts to match those found on the house. Mr. Oxian noted that the existing garage
doors only have two panels and thus the new garage door should be flush to better replicate the
existing wood doors.
Ms. DesLauriers stated that the flush overhead door would be fine. Mr. Oxian moved to
recommend approval of the application with the addition that 5", "K" style gutters and
downspouts be installed, a service door in the style of the "Challenge" door number WS801 be
used and a flush type overhead door be used instead of the proposed raised panel door. Mr.
Weiner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote concerning the
Committee's motion was held on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Martha
Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-
yes. The motion presented by the Committee passed unanimously.
5. 1999-1029-2-552 River Avenue, gutters and downspouts.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report. He also noted that the owners were not present. Mr.
Oxian moved to recommend approval of the installation of half -round galvanized gutters as
submitted. Mr. Ujdak seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote
was taken concerning the Committee motion on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-
yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and
Richard Helmus-yes. The motion presented by the Committee passed unanimously.
B. Proposed Local Landmarks, 2nd Reading
1.501 West Colfax—Remedy Building.
Mr. Oxian stated that the Staff will make its presentation, however, the Committee will not vote
on this issue do to a lack of a quorum. Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated
photographs. Mrs. Choitz noted that the tower was located on the southwest corner of the
building and not the northeast corner. Mr. Talley stated that the building has been placed under
Interim Protection because of the owner's attempts to demolish it. He also noted that the
proposed demolition of the building was tabled by the Design Review Committee until the
Interim Protection expires. Mr. Lykowski, the owner, stated that an offer has been made for
this building be Gerald Clifford. He went on to request that the landmarking of the building be
tabled until the sale is final. There was some discussion over the condition of the building and
the difficulty Mr. Lykowski has had in selling it. Mr. Oxian moved to recommend tabling the
landmarking of 501 W. Colfax until December. Mr. Ujdak seconded the motion. The motion
passed unanimously. A phone vote was taken, concerning the Committee's motion to table, on
November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald
Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to table the proposed
landmarking of 501 W. Colfax until December, passed unanimously.
III. Regular Business
A. Approval of Minutes
Tabled until December.
B. Treasurer's Report
None.
C. Correspondence
None.
D. Committee Reports
1. Historic Districts
None. '
2. Historic Landmarks 1st Reading
The Commission Staff noted that owner consent had been received, verbally, for 1818
Lincolnway West, 115 S. Michigan and 911 S. Michigan. They further noted that the owners
of 1019 S. Michigan and 802 N. Lafayette are against the proposed landmarking of their
buildings.
3. Standards and Maintenance
None.
E. Staff Reports
1. Certificate of Appropriateness Staff Approvals
See attachment.
2. Legal
None.
3. Miscellaneous
None.
IV. Old Business
A. 1999-015-803 N. Notre Dame
Mrs. Saunders noted that the Commission has finally received a signed Certificate of
Appropriateness application from the City of South Bend for the proposed work at the
firehouse. She further noted that a Certificate was issued based on the Commission's previous
approval of the project.
B. 1999-0924-2-709-711 Lincolnway East, parking lot.
Mr. Talley stated that he gave a tour to the property owner, of all the offices he would need to
contact to complete his project. He also noted that the owner has submitted a drawing of the
parking lot that outlines where the parking spaces and fencing would be located. Mrs. Choitz
asked if the owner has applied for any other permits. Mr. Talley stated that he does not believe
the owner has taken any further steps. Mrs. Saunders noted that the Committee would need to
vote on this issue tonight or the application would automatically be approved. There was some
discussion over why the parking lot could only be accessed from Lincolnway East and not the
alley. Mrs. Choitz showed concern over the lack of specific information and documentation
supplied by the owner.
Mr. Oxian concurred with Mrs. Choitz that more information is needed. Mr. Talley stated that
the Committee needed to either deny or approve this application tonight because of the sixty
day time limit. He went on to note that the Staff recommends denial of the application based on
the lack of documentation. Mr. Oxian moved to recommend that the Certificate of
Appropriateness be denied without prejudice until the owner can supply all of the needed
documentation. Mrs. Choitz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone
vote concerning the motion to deny was held on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-
yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and
Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to deny the application without prejudice passed
unanimously.
V. New Business
A. Re -rate 1818 LWW and 1019 S. Michigan
Mr. Oxian stated that 1818 Lincolnway West and 1019 S. Michigan were currently under rated
and needed to be raised from C/10's to S/11's. Mr. Oxian moved to recommend the re -rating of
1818 Lincolnway West and 1019 S. Michigan from C/10's to S/11's. Mr. Weiner seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote was taken concerning the re -rating of
1818 Lincolnway West and 1019 S. Michigan on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-
yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and
Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to up grade the ratings was unanimously passed.
VI. Hearing of Visitors
None.
VII. Announcements and Miscellaneous Matters
Mr. Talley stated that Commission member, Kari Gallagher, has resigned her position on the
Commission because of the party -neutral job she has recently excepted.
Historic Preservation Commission
Of South Bend and St. Joseph
County, Indiana.
ATTEST:
Secretary
MINUTES OF THE
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
COMMITTEE MEETING
Committee Meeting County Commissioner's
7:30 p.m. Conference Room
Monday, November 15, 1999 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 Oxian, Martha Choitz, Jerry Weiner and Gerald
Q dak.
Commission staff present were: Ed Talley, Director, Rhonda Saunders, Assistant Director and
Aladean DeRose, Council.
Also attending the meeting were: Monica Anderson, Greg Anderson, Tim Lykowski, Joseph
Rubin, Julia DesLauriers, Linda Fritschner and John Troyer.
III. Public Hearing
A. Certificate of Appropriateness Applications
B. 1. 1999-1008-2-1012 Riverside Drive, grill, patio and plantings.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He also noted that the owner
was not present. Mr. Weiner moved to recommend approval of the application as suggested
by staff. Mrs. Choitz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote to
approve this motion was taken on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Martha
Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-
yes. The motion passed unanimously.
2. 1999-1026-1158 Lincolnway East, driveway and rear parking lot.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He also noted that the owner,
Joseph Rubin, was present. Mr. Oxian stated that by changing the driveway from the ribbon
style to a solid concrete pad would alter the historic fabric of the site and district. Mr. Rubin
stated that unfortunately all the driveways left in the district are solid concrete pads. He went
on to note that a concrete pad is much easier to maintain then trying to keep the grass under
control. Mrs. Choitz moved to recommend approval of the project with the stipulation that
additional specifications of the parking lot be submitted. There was some discussion over the
size and location of both parking lot options. Mr. Oxian asked if Mr. Rubin needed the larger
lot. Mr. Rubin stated that plan `B", which is the larger lot, would be preferable to plan "A".
Mr. Oxian asked how many cars plan "A" would hold. Mr. Rubin stated that he did not know
how many cars lot "A" would hold. Mrs. Choitz asked if any landscaping would be installed to
shield the neighbors from the new parking lot.
Mr. Rubin noted that both of his neighbors have large concrete pads in their backyards without
any camouflage. Mr. Talley stated that Area Plan and the Building Department may require
buffering between office settings and residential settings. Mr. Oxian asked if Mr. Rubin has
looked into getting a permit for the new parking area. Mr. Rubin stated that he has not yet
turned the issue over to a contractor, nor researched the requirements for a permit. Mr. Oxian
stated that the Committee should not vote on the parking lot issue until more information is
available. Mr. Rubin asked if the application could be broken up so that the driveway and
walks could be approved now. Mr. Oxian noted that splitting the application would be fine.
Mrs. Choitz amended her motion to recommend approval of the replacement of existing
driveway, walks, stairs and curbs and the installation of a new service walk. Mr. Weiner
seconded the motion as amended. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote was taken
regarding this motion on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes,
Martha Choitz-yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-yes. The
motion to partially approve the application passed unanimously.
3. 1999-1027-1224 E. Wayne North, basement.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He noted that the owners,
Monica and Greg Anderson, were present. Mr. Talley further noted that the driveway may not
survive the contractors heavy trucks. Mr. Anderson stated that the contractor has promised to
pump back the concrete. Mr. Oxian asked what the addition currently sits on. Mr. Anderson
stated that the addition sits on a crawl space. Mrs. Choitz moved to recommend approval of the
application as submitted. Mr. Weiner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
A phone vote was taken concerning this motion on November 16, 1999, as follows: John
Oxian-yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes
and Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to approve the application passed unanimously.
4. 1999-1029-701 Riverside Drive, garage demolition and construction.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated photographs. He further noted that the
owner, Julia DesLauriers and her contractor, John Troyer, were present. Mr. Talley also stated
that he had met with the owner and contractor to inspect the existing garage and discuss the
style and size of the new garage. Ms. DesLauriers submitted documentation and samples of the
siding, service door and garage door. Mr. Oxian stated that the proposed service door does not
match the existing service door. Ms. DesLauriers stated that she would use any style door the
Commission would approve. Mr. Oxian suggested that the owner use a door with two lower
panels and one large top panel, one similar to the "Challenge" door, design WS801. Mr. Ujdak
asked what type of garage doors would be used. Mr. Oxian stated that the existing garage has
sliding garage doors. Ms. DesLauriers noted that the existing doors are sliders, however, the
new garage would have overhead metal doors. Mr. Ujdak asked if the new garage would have
gutters and downspouts. John Troyer stated that the garage would have 5", "K" style gutters
and downspouts to match those found on the house. Mr. Oxian noted that the existing garage
doors only have two panels and thus the new garage door should be flush to better replicate the
existing wood doors.
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Ms. DesLauriers stated that the flush overhead door would be fine. Mr. Oxian moved to
recommend approval of the application with the addition that 5", "K" style gutters and
downspouts be installed, a service door in the style of the "Challenge" door number WS801 be
used and a flush type overhead door be used instead of the proposed raised panel door. Mr.
Weiner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote concerning the
Committee's motion was held on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Martha
Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-
yes. The motion presented by the Committee passed unanimously.
5. 1999-1029-2-552 River Avenue, gutters and downspouts.
Mr. Talley presented the staff report. He also noted that the owners were not present. Mr.
Oxian moved to recommend approval of the installation of half -round galvanized gutters as
submitted. Mr. Ujdak seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote
was taken concerning the Committee motion on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-
yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and
Richard Helmus-yes. The motion presented by the Committee passed unanimously.
B. Proposed Local Landmarks, 2nd Reading
1.501 West Colfax—Remedy Building.
Mr. Oxian stated that the Staff will make its presentation, however, the Committee will not vote
on this issue do to a lack of a quorum. Mr. Talley presented the staff report and circulated
photographs. Mrs. Choitz noted that the tower was located on the southwest corner of the
building and not the northeast corner. Mr. Talley stated that the building has been placed under
Interim Protection because of the owner's attempts to demolish it. He also noted that the
proposed demolition of the building was tabled by the Design Review Committee until the
Interim Protection expires. Mr. Lykowski, the owner, stated that an offer has been made for
this building be Gerald Clifford. He went on to request that the landmarking of the building be
tabled until the sale is final. There was some discussion over the condition of the building and
the difficulty Mr. Lykowski has had in selling it. Mr. Oxian moved to recommend tabling the
landmarking of 501 W. Colfax until December. Mr. Ujdak seconded the motion. The motion
passed unanimously. A phone vote was taken, concerning the Committee's motion to table, on
November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald
Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to table the proposed
landmarking of 501 W. Colfax until December, passed unanimously.
III. Regular Business
A. Approval of Minutes
Tabled until December.
B. Treasurer's Report
None.
C. Correspondence
None.
D. Committee Reports
1. Historic Districts
None.
2. Historic Landmarks 1 st Reading
The Commission Staff noted that owner consent had been received, verbally, for 1818
Lincolnway West, 115 S. Michigan and 911 S. Michigan. They further noted that the owners
of 1019 S. Michigan and 802 N. Lafayette are against the proposed landmarking of their
buildings.
3. Standards and Maintenance
None.
E. Staff Reports
1. Certificate of Appropriateness Staff Approvals
See attachment.
2. Legal
None.
3. Miscellaneous
None.
IV. Old Business
A. 1999-015-803 N. Notre Dame
Mrs. Saunders noted that the Commission has finally received a signed Certificate of
Appropriateness application from the City of South Bend for the proposed work at the
firehouse. She further noted that a Certificate was issued based on the Commission's previous
approval of the project.
B. 1999-0924-2-709-711 Lincolnway East, parking lot.
Mr. Talley stated that he gave a tour to the property owner, of all the offices he would need to
contact to complete his project. He also noted that the owner has submitted a drawing of the
parking lot that outlines where the parking spaces and fencing would be located. Mrs. Choitz
asked if the owner has applied for any other permits. Mr. Talley stated that he does not believe
the owner has taken any further steps. Mrs. Saunders noted that the Committee would need to
vote on this issue tonight or the application would automatically be approved. There was some
discussion over why the parking lot could only be accessed from Lincolnway East and not the
alley. Mrs. Choitz showed concern over the lack of specific information and documentation
supplied by the owner.
Mr. Oxian concurred with Mrs. Choitz that more information is needed. Mr. Talley stated that
the Committee needed to either deny or approve this application tonight because of the sixty
day time limit. He went on to note that the Staff recommends denial of the application based on
the lack of documentation. Mr. Oxian moved to recommend that the Certificate of
Appropriateness be denied without prejudice until the owner can supply all of the needed
documentation. Mrs. Choitz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone
vote concerning the motion to deny was held on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-
yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and
Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to deny the application without prejudice passed
unanimously.
V. New Business
A. Re -rate 1818 LWW and 1019 S. Michigan
Mr. Oxian stated that 1818 Lincolnway West and 1019 S. Michigan were currently under rated
and needed to be raised from C/1 O's to S/11's. Mr. Oxian moved to recommend the re -rating of
1818 Lincolnway West and 1019 S. Michigan from C/1 O's to S/1 I's. Mr. Weiner seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously. A phone vote was taken concerning the re -rating of
1818 Lincolnway West and 1019 S. Michigan on November 16, 1999, as follows: John Oxian-
yes, Martha Choitz-yes, Jerry Weiner -yes, Gerald Ujdak-yes, Catherine Hostetler -yes and
Richard Helmus-yes. The motion to up grade the ratings was unanimously passed.
VI. Hearing of Visitors
None.
VII. Announcements and Miscellaneous Matters
Mr. Talley stated that Commission member, Kari Gallagher, has resigned her position on the
Commission because of the party -neutral job she has recently excepted.
Historic Preservation Commission
Of South Bend and St. Joseph
County, Indiana.
ATTEST:
Secretary