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Home My WebLink AboutNovember 2018s • CITY OF SOUTHBEND HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA— MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19,2018-5:30 PM COUNTY—CITY BUILDING, 13TH FLOOR, ROOM 1308 I. CALL TO ORDER ll. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC HEARING a. CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS i. 2018-1001A 760 Portage #9574-05 Chapin Park ii. 2018-1102 1032 East Wayne #7796-87 East Wayne Street iii. 2018-1107 916 Riverside #7469-85 Riverside Drive/Chapin Park National iv. 2018-1113A 702 St. Joseph # 8308-92 River Bend IV. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR V. REGULAR BUSINESS a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES b. STAFF REPORTS c. COMMITTEE REPORTS VI. OLD BUSINESS a. Resolution 18-03 VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS IX. ADJOURNMENT Telephone interpreter service is available upon request free of charge for individuals with limited English proficiency. Auxiliary aid or other services are available upon request free of charge. Please Rive reasonable advance request when possible. • PRESIDENT A CERTIFIED LOCAL, GOVERNMENT ELICIA J'EASEI. OF THE NATIONAL. PARK SERVICE HISTORIC PRESERVATION ADMINISTRATOR EXCELLENCE I ACCOUNTABILITY j INNOVATION 1 INCLUSION 1, EMPOWERMENT 1400S County -City Building ! 227W. Jefferson Blvd. 1 South Bend, Indiana 466011 p 574.235.93711 f 574.235.9201 ; www.southbendin.gov HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION PUBLIC SIGN IN SHEET November 19, 2018 Because distribution of federal funds may be involved, the City of South Bend is required to maintain a record of whether members of the public attending this hearing or event are minorities. Please designate your status using the following letters: W (White/Caucasian), B (Black), H (Hispanic), O (Other). If you are female, include F, and if you are disabled, include D. Hearing of Visitors is limited to three (3) minutes per person. ADDRESS q l to i IVF -WIPE PF' 'k Its 7we'sTetC -3>< �q (r�IAv,G,,xn V4 Dr I D -3---)- E k.) W, B, F, D H', _O/ W 1r✓ • • From: Spencer Watson To: Adam Toerina Subject: Re: Historic Preservation Commission Date: Sunday, November 18, 2018 1:06:03 PM My wife and I would like to have our window project removed from the November 19th meeting. Thanks Spencer Watson On Fri, Nov 16, 2018, 3:08 PM Adam Toering <atoerina cnrsouthbendin.gov wrote: Max and Spencer, Is there any way that you could send us an e-mail formally withdrawing your window project? Legal now is of the position that that would be sufficient to remove your project from the agenda (as it was automatically added after last month). Sorry for the short notice — if you have any questions, please reach out to me directly. • Best, Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Department of Community Investment (574) 235-7478 atoering(&,,southbendin.Qgov City of South Bend 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., Ste. 1400 South Bend, IN 46601 IMPORTANT NOTICE! 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Therefore, • STAFF REPORT • CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: November 9, 2018 Application Number: 2018-1001A EXTENTION Property Location: 760 Portage Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: American Foursquare / 1907 Property Owner: Spencer and Max Watson Landmark or District Designation: Chapin Park Local (Ordinance #9574-05) and National Historic District Rating: Contributing DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/SITE: 2 l/2 story square plan house with hipped roof with hipped dormers. Full width front porch with hipped roof, two brick supports, and solid brick rail. Walls are covered with aluminum siding. Windows are original wood 1/1 double hung. ALTERATIONS: Aluminum siding is not original. Soffits are covered in aluminum. APPLICATION ITEMS: " ; install pocket window inserts into dilapidated windows; mfneve 3 windews (ono in dining, k4e' en, erib r -n`; • plate windew . ggs with aluminum wrap; feplaee entfy deer- with 3 panel mission and side e", with 6 panel steel ." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks a Certificate of Appropriateness for improvements on the structure: i. siding b. Pr-epesal is te r-epliea4e the weed elapbeard style efthe original siding using N,inyl 3.5" eH the se staFy and 4 " en the first steFy. Composite beaFd will be instal led ever e*isting deeerative tr-ini deta sit proud of the sidkn'g"W66dgfain" ar-siie++m-nen textured eptiens ave Fs •natal e. Enelese windews in thfee le atiens, ene on eaeh side, ene in r -ear-. Gever- with new vinyl siding. . 2. Windows - a. Replace original wood double hung windows with new JELD-WEN Best Series Vinyl Double Hung "pocket" windows. Years of deferred maintenance and inappropriate repairs have rendered the original wood windows in poor condition. Proposed pocket windows will allow for installation without disturbing the trim on either the inside or outside. Light will be reduced by an inch on width and a half inch on height. b. Applicant has investigated alternate materials, on Staff s recommendation, as well as the possibility of adding storms to existing windows. a. h "s -ii all-IM-inlam easing eve -r- all existing window t-r-im, ineluding herizental -And- vie4ie—al . 4. lis a. Install fere "Mission style" steel aA into &ent h l ffs ,l new 6 panel solid steed deer- into side e SITE VISIT REPORT: October 1, 2018 RE: 760 Portage On September 24, 2018 I visited the property located at 760 Portage with the owners. I had the opportunity to photograph the exterior of the Souse and inspect the windows inside as well. Following is the breakdown of that inspection. West side (front) no storm windows on this side First floor I -large double hung window to the north of the front door • -window is in fair shape structurally but has been screwed in place which has damaged the sashes and the pulleys have been filled with clear caulk. t -fixed window to the south of the front door • -window is non-operable and has been caulked in place. Structurally sound but removal of caulk and sash may be difficult Second floor 4 -double hung windows -all four windows have rotted meeting rails on both upper and lower sashes. Three out of the four sills are split with deep crevices. Those will also need repair or replacement. Only one of these windows were operable North side First floor I -double hung window towards rear -lower sash is missing meeting rail. Sill is rotted and upper sash is screwed shut 3 -double hung windows in single bank -these windows have a rotted common sill. The windows have been screwed shut, caulked pulleys and severely damaged lower sashes 1 -double hung window toward front -lower sash framework is broken and rotted at corner. Second floor 1 -double hung window -lower sash is rotted through and has its joints have separated. Sleeping porch 1 -double hung window -rotted sill and side jamb, caulked pulleys I -stationary window -located in closet, cracked sill sash is soft, but not rotted 1 -double hung window toward front of house -window has rotten and broken lower sash, sill is buckled. East side (rear) First floor 3 -double hung windows in a single bank -2 of the windows are 6 over I patterned. These differ from the 1 over 1 pattern though most of the house, may not be original. The bank has a rotted common sill. The lower left has dropped over an inch due to water infiltration. The framework as a whole is rotted 3 to 4 inches from the sill up. 1 -covered window opening unveiled 10/1/18. No window jamb or pieces remaining 1 -stationary window boarded up. No sash remains, was used to hold air conditioner. Sill is water rotted. Second floor • 4 -double hung windows -2 double banks, these are wood but newer than the rest of the house. This area appears to be a sleeping porch as it has an exterior door as an entrance. All the windows in this area are painted or screwed in place. Structurally most sound of any in house. South side First floor 2 -double hung windows -2 in a single bank, 6 over I pattern. Structural sound but need scraping and new ropes. Single stationary window towards rear -Structurally sound, one of few with wood storm window Second floor 2 double hung windows -2 in a single bank meeting rails are damaged. Damaged jambs at sill I double hung window -window operates but needs scraping, ropes and glazing 1 double hung window, towards rear of house -bottom of lower sash is cracked at lift handle, sleeping porch area Overall, all the windows need scraping and reglazing. Most of the upper sashes are painted or screwed in place and the meeting rails are not lining up or closing properly. The windows if kept, will need removal, scraped, repainted, glazed, re -roped, and realigned. The windows out of the direct weather on the south and east are better off in condition than the other two sides. I also was able to view the structure on Monday, October 1, 2018 to view areas of the house where the owners had removed sections of the aluminum siding in order to determine the condition of the original clap board siding underneath. First thing I noticed was the amount of holes that were made to inject insulation. There are hundreds on each side without rhyme or reason and most without plugs. They are not lined up to floor levels as this technique is usually done. There is an infestation of yellow jackets in these holes. They have bedded in the cavities behind the siding via these holes especially in the northeast corner of the structure. The siding outside of the holes has a different reveal on the lower half versus the upper half. Many of the comer boards should be replaced. The siding would need the paint scraped and repaired where needed, and there are several courses that I could see that would need replacement. I was told by the owner that the paint was lead based, but I did not test it myself to verify that statement. I do not have a percentage of siding that needs to be replaced, the owner will continue to remove more aluminum siding as that will have to happen no matter what the future plan. I would like to revisit the site after more aluminum is removed to get a more accurate reading of the state of the original siding. The soffits are also an issue as there are aluminum, wood, and exposed rafters present. In any case, additional venting is suggested. Steve Szaday • Preservation Inspector STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: CHA N PARK NII. EXISTING STRUCTURES BUILDING MATERIALS riginal exterior building materials in the district include brick, stucco, clapboard, wood shingles, and brick or stone masonry. In some instances, vinyl, composite and aluminum siding have been applied over the original material. Required Original exterior building materials shall be retained when possible. Deterioration of wood materials shall be prevented through repair, cleaning and painting. The existing architectural detail around windows, porches, doors and eaves shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design when deteriorated beyond repair. Masonry, including brick and stucco structures, shall be maintained, and properly cleaned only when necessary to halt deterioration or to remove stains and shall be done in a method acceptable for the preservation of the surface: i.e. low-pressure water and soft natural bristle brushes. Brick or masonry mortar joints should be repointed only when there is evidence of moisture problems, or when sufficient mortar is missing to allow water to stand in the mortar joint. Existing mortar shall be duplicated in composition, color, texture, joint size, method of application and joint profile. When repairing stucco, stucco mixture shall be used. A professional shall make a study of the old stucco, to determine the exact mixture and underlayment used in the original work. Some repair methods are not compatible with the original techniques and may cause early disintegration of the repair work and the original work. Ample ventilation must be afforded the structure when siding is installed, in order to prevent increased deterioration of the structure from moisture and insects. Recommended Whenever possible, the original building materials should be restored. When maintaining or repairing original siding is not feasible, aluminum, vinyl or composite siding may be used. When used over wood surfaces, this siding should be the same size and style as the original wood. Every effort should be made to retain the original trim around windows, doors, cornices gables, eaves and other architectural features. Property owners should contact the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County prior to initiating any restoration or rehabilitation effort. The Commission is an invaluable source of information about all facets of rehabilitation and restoration — materials, methods, contractors and the like. Prohibited Wood siding shall not be resurfaced with new materials that is inappropriate or was unavailable when the building was constructed, such as artificial stone, brick veneer, asbestos or asphalt shingles. Sandblasting or the use of harsh detergents shall not be used on masonry including brick, stucco, limestone, flagstone and sandstone. This method of cleaning erodes the surface material and accelerates deterioration. Repointing shall not be done with a mortar of high Portland cement content which can often create a bond that is stronger than the building material. Usage of Portland cement can cause deterioration as a result of the differing coefficient of expansion and porosity of the historic masonry unit and the mortar. This most often results in serious damage to adjacent brick. Unpainted masonry surfaces shall not be painted unless they had been painted originally. Paint shall not be removed from masonry surfaces by any means Rat damage the surface. ot Recommended Waterproof or water repellant coatings or surface consolidation treatments should not be used on masonry surfaces unless required to solve a specific problem that has been studied and identified. Coatings are frequently unnecessary and expensive, and can accelerate deterioration of the masonry. Mortar joints, which do not need repointing, should not be repointed. Wood siding should not be power -washed. C. WINDOWS AND DOORS Window and door frames are in most cases wood and vary depending upon the style of the home. Many are double -hung windows with wood trim and sills. Brick structures have stone sills and brick lintels. In some cases where aluminum siding has been applied, the window and door trim has been covered. About half of the structures in the district have aluminum storm windows; the other half have wood storm windows. Required Original windows and doors shall be retained including sashes, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments, hoods and hardware. When deteriorated beyond repair, they shall be replaced with units and trim resembling the original. Recommended Wood storm windows and doors painted or finished to match the original should be used but should not damage existing frames. If new sashes or doors are installed, the existing or original materials, design and hardware should be used. When metal storm doors are used, they should be painted, anodized or coated to match the existing. When awnings are used, they should be of canvas material. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 1. Staff acknowledges that original wood windows are in poor condition but does not recommend replacement with proposed JELD-WEN vinyl. Advised applicant to investigate further into repairing windows or continue search for a material that is more appropriate. Applicant has voluntarily decided to retain the existing windows. Written by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator 1960 Sanborn Map Current Site Figure I — 760 Portage, from sidewalk, looking northeast. Window proposed for removal is visible at left • • • • LJ Figure 2 — 760 Portage, looking south west. Figure 3 — 760 Portage, looking north. Window proposed for removal is visible at center. Window proposed for removal is visible at left. Figure 4 — 760 Portage, front. Aluminum siding removal. Figure 5 — 760 Portage, front detail. Proposed vinyl siding and composite trim specifications. • • • 0 • • • Figure 6 — 760 Portage, side. Aluminum siding removal. Proposed 3.5" Vinyl Siding t Proposed 4" Vinyl Siding Proposed Composite Trim Figure 7— 760 Portage. Existing window. Figure 8 — 760 Portage. Existing window. n 0 • • • Figure 9 — 760 Portage. Existing window. Figure 10 — 760 Portage. Existing window. Proposed Vinyl Pocket Windows Proposed Front Door Proposed Side Door • • • 0 - STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: November 2, 2018 Application Number: 2018-1102 Property Location: 1032 E Wayne / 305 Eddy Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Gable -front / 1882 / "Lister / Plotkin House" Property Owner: Emberton Development, LLC Landmark or District Designation: Local Landmark, Ordinance #9939-09 Rating: Contributing DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: One and a half story gable -front structure on a cut fieldstone foundation. Walls are of yellow brick laid in a common bond. The roof is covered in slate shingles with a shed dormer on the east face. A concrete stoop and steps with metal railing allows access to the north entrance. Original windows were replaced with 3 -light fixed sash units; `modern' doors were installed at the same time. A parking lot for the office is on the south side. ALTERATIONS: The 1957 remodel of the structure included the removal of the front porch, the replacement of the windows and doors, and the construction of the parking paddock. At that time, the structure became a medical office. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Replace some windows (5) Anderson 400 (wood)! vinyl. " DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks approval for the following improvements to the site: 1. Removal of five (5) non -original 3 -light fixed sash windows from the ground floor of the structure. 2. Windows to be replaced with Anderson 400 series Vinyl -clad wood windows. 3. Property owner has expressed a desire to utilize a vertical `two -over -two' divided -light pattern in the replacement windows. SITE VISIT REPORT: N/A GROUP B STANDARDS: LOCAL LANDMARKS: The Commission has the authority to determine the architectural merits and the extent of any proposed treatment, renovation, or addition to a historic landmark. The commission will require drawings, plans, specifications, and/or samples where appropriate. A. Maintenance The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all structure or sites. B. Treatment Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original form. Such improvements include re -roofing, glazing, or landscaping lawns and may involve a change that can potentially enhance or detract from the character of the landmark. A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or in its environment may require a Certificate of Appropriateness if it significantly alters the appearance of the landmark. Although these kinds of changes may not require a Building Permit, a Certificate of Appropriateness may be necessary. The commission should review the proposed treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces. C. Renovation and Additions Renovation is the modification of a structure, which does not alter the general massing while an addition, is a change in mass. A modification, which involves the removal of a part of the landmark, should be considered under demolition (see demolition). Additions to landmarks should not detract from the original form and unity of the landmark and should not cover singular examples of architectural detail. Additions to landmarks should be added in a manner that does not disrupt the visible unity of overall appearance of the site. The proportions, materials and ratios of the existing structures should be carried through in the additions. Care should be taken not to change or alter the following: 1. StructureNecessary structural improvements, where safety demands should be accomplished in such a way as to cause minimal visual change to the original style and construction. 2. Material—Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should be of the same material as the original. It should be the same size and texture. An alternative material may be allowed if it duplicates the original. a. wood—all wood trim should conform with existing trim in shape and size. b. siding materials—the Commission discourages the covering or alteration of original materials with additional siding. Structures already sided with incompatible materials should be returned to a siding similar to the original when renovation is considered. D. Demolition Historic landmarks shall not be demolished. When a landmark poses a threat to the public safety, and demolition is the only alternative, documentation by way of photographs, measured drawings, or other descriptive methods should be made of both the exterior and interior of the landmark. The person or agency responsible for demolition of the landmark shall be responsible for this documentation. E. Moving The moving of landmarks is discouraged, however, moving is preferred to demolition. When moving is necessary, the owner of the landmark must apply to the Commission for a Certificate of Appropriateness. F. Sims No neon or flashing signs will be permitted unless they are original to the structure. Billboards and super -graphics will also be disallowed. Only one appropriate identifying sign will be permitted per business. G. Building Site and Landscaping (These standards apply to both A and B) 1. Required Major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, private yard lights, signs (house numbers) and benches which reflect the property's history and development shall be retained. Dominant land contours shall be retained. Structures such as: gazebos, patio decks, fixed barbecue pits, swimming pools, tennis courts, green houses, new walls, fountains, fixed garden furniture, trellises, and other similar structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and neighborhood and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way. 2. Recommended New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers. Plant materials and trees in close proximity to the building that are causing deterioration to the buildings historic fabric should be removed. However, trees and plant materials that must be removed should be immediately replaced by suitable flora. Front yard areas should not be fenced except in cases where historic documentation would indicate such fencing appropriate. Fencing should be in character with the buildings style, materials, and scale. �. 3. Prohibited No changes may be made to the appearance of the site by removing major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, outbuildings, and other elements before evaluating their importance to the property's history and development. Front yard areas shall not be transformed into parking lots nor paved nor blacktopped. The installation of unsightly devices such as TV reception dishes and solar collectors shall not be permitted in areas where they can be viewed from public thoroughfares. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Standards and Guidelines state that any new material `in the landmark should be of the same material as the original. It should be the same size and texture" (emphasis added). The subject windows are not original to the structure and possibly date to a 1957 remodel. Staff supports replacing the windows with a style and format more in keeping with the age of the house. The proposed Anderson 400 windows — being clad in vinyl — cause some hesitation; Staff would prefer to see an Aluminum -clad Anderson window (or comparable product) in lieu of the proposed product. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator 0 • • • Satellite Imazery: Diagram l — Top to bottom: 1032 E Wclvne in 2017 Satellite Imagery, 1960 Sanborn, 1915 Sanborn. Photos: Figure 1- 1032 E Wayne from the right ofway, looking south, south-east.. Figure 2 - 1032 E Wavne from the right of wav, looking south west. • • • • • �J Figure 3 - {Nest second -story dormer. Figure 4 - First floor non -original window. Michele Gelfman, President Nov 0 2 2018 M4 7(0_6-79t TaP_PL) HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY County—City Building, South Bend, IN 46601 http://www.soutlibeild in.gov/government/department/community-investment Phone: 574/235.9371 Fax: 574/235.9021 Email: hpcsbsjc@southbendin.gov A Certified Local Government of the National Park Service Elicia Feasel, Historic Preservation Administrator APPLICATION FOR A — CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OFFICE USE ONLY»»,»DO NOT COMPLETE ANY ENTRIES CONTAINED IN THIS BOX«««OFFICE USE ONLY Date Received: x'41 i,2 Application Number: Past Reviews: ❑ YES (Date of Last Revie)v) ❑ NO Staff Approval authorized by: Historic Preservation Commission Review Date: Local Landmark ❑ National Landmark Certificate Of Appropriateness: Denied Title: ❑ Local Historic District (Name) _ ❑ National Register District (Name) ❑ Tabled ❑ Sent To Committee ❑ Approved and issued: Address of Property for proposed work: 1032 East Wayne Street (Street Nztmber—Street Name—City—Zip) Name of Property Owner(s): Emberton Development Phone #: 574-286-7119 Address of Property Owner(s): 26230 Twin Lakes Trail (Street Ntznzbei —Street Naine—City—Zip) Name of Contractor(s): Justin Leatherman Contractor Company Name: Leatherman Supply Phone #: 574-536-1159 Address of Contractor Company: 2423 Peddlers Village Rd, Goshen, IN 46528 (Street Nutnbet=Street Naine—City—Zip) Current Use of Building: MU - Mixed use (Single Family—Adttlti-Famil)---Coizvnercial—Government—Industrial—Natant—etc.) Type of Building Construction: Brick / Wood (!food Frame—Bricic—Stone—Steet—Concrete—Other) Proposed Work: (more than one ❑ Landscape ❑ New ❑ Replacement (not in-kind) ❑ Demolition box may be checked) Description of Proposed Work: Replace some windows Ownere-mail: b.emberton@outiogk.com and/or Contractore-mail: Justin@leathermansupply.com X i and/or X Signatur of O >er Signature of Contractor By signing this application I agree to abide by all local regulations related to project and to obtain a Building Department Permit, if applicable. —APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED ON REVERSE SIDE— • • 0 • 1032 Wayne Street, South Bend, IN, 46617 1,556 SF A !� � � �' 7 b ^' X415 9� ' • f r �,�i A 25 s:,l � 6 i• I ��d }e t ��, Y S ` 1 - i;>l ♦q y� t � �� h"lt� t Y aa R Wi if 37; - op h� 4 s r t ejs t Pp131(ii1�11!'i3 �1�{ `1.11_� 5n ` d y MO g�°fix A �1(J�ttl�� R�m s �� fp�� $Yi:au/E&(i.'liss':D.J� 4 w .gFpx�$ �y fm v 4 yy � C i Bf�nig� i 3 R u � Y H 4 VY � P� AP If l tib• Z', ` � • '' ,'�' } � e fly < z �;,�i..�� GLASS OPTIONS • Low -E4® glass • Low -E4 glass with HeatLock® technology • Low -E4 Sun glass • Low -E4 SmartSun" glass • Low -E4 SmartSun glass with HeatLock technology Additional glass options are available. 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See your Andersen dealer for availability. *'Visit andersenwindows.com/wananty for details. "ENERGY STAR" is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. From: Adam Toering <atoering@southbendin.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 5:52 PM To: Brad Emberton Cc: Elicia Feasel Subject: 1032 E Wayne - 305 Eddy Historic Preservation Commission Review Brad, At the following link you will find the meeting agenda and packets for the four projects up for review at the November 19th, 2018 meeting scheduled for 5:30pm on the 13th floor of the County -City building. Meetings start promptly at 5:30pm and your project is second on the agenda (the project before you should not require too much deliberation, so it should be quick). The Commissioner's chamber is directly across the hallway from the elevators on the 13th floor. You or another designated representative are strongly encouraged to attend to advocate on behalf of the project. http://docs.southbendin.gov/WebLink/0/fo1/269916/Rowl.aspx If you have any questions or are unable to access the files at the above link, please contact me directly. Please forward or distribute this e-mail (and the linked material) as needed. Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Department of Community Investment (574)235-7478 atoeringCo)southbendin.gov 0 From: Brad Emberton To: Adam Toerino Cc: Elicia Feasel Subject: Re: 1032 E Wayne - 305 Eddy Historic Preservation Commission Review Date: Friday, November 16, 2018 8:16:51 AM Good morning Adam, I just left you a voicemail, but the windows being replaced are all on the first floor and all on the Wayne Street portion (smaller side) of the building; one facing west,(adjacent home) two facing north (Wayne st) two Facing East (Eddy st) BE From: Adam Toering <atoering@southbendin.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 5:52 PM To: Brad Emberton Cc: Elicia Feasel Subject: 1032 E Wayne - 305 Eddy Historic Preservation Commission Review Brad, At the following link you will find the meeting agenda and packets for the four projects up for review at the November 19th, 2018 meeting scheduled for 5:30pm on the 13th floor of the County -City building. Meetings start promptly at 5:30pm and your project is second on the agenda (the project before you should not require too much deliberation, so it should be quick). The Commissioner's chamber is directly across the hallway from the elevators on the 13th floor. You or another designated representative are strongly encouraged to attend to advocate on behalf of the project. http://docs.southbendin.gov/WebLink/0/fo1/269916/Rowl.aspx If you have any questions or are unable to access the files at the above link, please contact me directly. Please forward or distribute this e-mail (and the linked material) as needed. Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Department of Community Investment (574)235-7478 atoeringCo)southbendin.gov 0 • STAFF REPORT 0 CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: November 14, 2018 Application Number: 2018-1102 Property Location: 916 Riverside Drive Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Tudor Revival / 1906 / "Cutter House" Property Owner: David Wyncott Landmark or District Designation: Riverside Drive Local Historic District (Ordinance #7469-85), Chapin Park Historic District Rating: Outstanding DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/SITE: This two -and -a -half story square plan Tudor Revival sits on a brick foundation. Walls are brick, stucco, and timber, with a projecting bay supported by brick and decorative columns. The roof is gabled and steep, with 12/12 plain boxed cornices and wide wooden rake board. A single offset brick chimney punctuates the roofline. Windows are double hung, predominantly 9/1 flat with plain styling and wooden trim. The paneled main entrance door is flanked by sidelights. ALTERATIONS: COA #2003-0414 allowed for the installation of a aluminum 6' tall fence and 4' chain link fence at rear of property. COA #2004-1015 allowed for the tear -off and re -roofing, as well as installation of ice - and water shield. COA #2014-0514 allowed for window re -installation on the north and northwest facades. COA #2014-0826 allowed for the replacement of wood windows. COA #2014-0905 allowed for the replacement of the asphalt shingles on the conservatory with in-kind material. COA #2014-0905A allowed for the reconstruction of the entry and fagade (including new steps, handrail, and a rehabilitated door). COA #2015-0513 allowed for the replacement of the concrete driveway. COA #2018-0423 allowed for re -roofing of the entire structure. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Relocate existing side entry on stoop and install wood frame window at old door location. " "This project relocates and existing entry door from the west wall of a covered side porch to the north wall of the same porch. An opening will be created by a mason in the existing brick wall to allow re- installation of the original door. Displaced bricks will be salvaged and repurposed to fill the open doorway and a new, wooden window in a matching style to the rest of the house will be installed in the former doorway. " DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks a Certificate of Appropriateness for the following improvements: 1. Cut a new doorway on the north wall of the covered side porch. 2. Remove the entry door from the west wall of the covered side porch, re -install in the north wall. 3. Re -brick the lower west wall doorway. 4. Install a new window in the remaining cavity. a. Window to be custom manufactured by Marvin. Please see attached documentation for more information. SITE VISIT REPORT: N/A STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Riverside Drive Riverside Drive Local Historic District Guidelines I. EXISTING STRUCTURES A. BUILDING MATERIALS Original exterior wall materials in the district include limestone, flagstone, stucco, clapboard, wood shingles, sandstone and masonry block. In some instances, vinyl or aluminum siding has been applied over the original surface. 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. Masonry including brick, limestone, flagstone, sandstone and stucco shall be cleaned only when necessary to halt deterioration or to remove stains, and shall be done with a method acceptable for the preservation of the surface: i.e. low pressure water and soft natural bristle bushes. When repairing stucco, stucco mixture compatible in composition, color and texture shall be used. Recommended Whenever possible, the original building materials should be restored. Metal or vinyl siding may be used when it is the only alternative to maintaining or replacing the original surface material. When used over wood surfaces, this siding should be the same size and style as the original wood. Every effort should be made to retain the original trim around windows, doors, cornices, gables, eaves, and other architectural features. Ample ventilation must be afforded the structure when metal or vinyl siding has been installed in order to prevent increased deterioration of the structure from moisture and/or insects. Mortar joints should be repointed only when there is little evidence of moisture problems or when sufficient mortar is missing to allow water to stand in the mortar joint. Existing mortar shall be duplicated in composition, color, texture, joint size, method of application, and joint profile. It is emphasized that, prior to initiating any restoration or rehabilitation effort, the property owner should contact the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County which is located in the County/City Building of South Bend. The Commission is an invaluable source of information about all facets of rehabilitation and restoration. Prohibited Wood siding shall not be resurfaced with new material which is inappropriate or was unavailable when the building was constructed, such as artificial stone, brick veneer, asbestos, or asphalt shingles. Sandblasting or the use of harsh detergents shall not be used on masonry including brick, stucco, limestone, flagstone, and sandstone. This method of cleaning erodes the surface material and accelerates deterioration. Brick surfaces shall not be painted unless they had been painted unless they had been painted originally. Repointing shall not be done with a mortar of high Portland cement content which can often create a bond that is stronger than the building material. This can cause deterioration as a result of the differing coefficient of expansion and the differing porosity of the material and the mortar which can result in serious damage to adjacent brick. Paint shall not be removed from masonry surfaces indiscriminately. Not Recommended Waterproof or water repellent coatings or surface consolidation treatments should not be used on masonry surfaces unless required to solve a specific problem that has been studied and identified. Coatings are frequently unnecessary and expensive, and can accelerate deterioration of the masonry. Mortar joints which do not need repointing should not be repointed. B. WINDOWS AND DOORS Window and door frames are in most cases wood. Brick structures have stone sills and brick lintels. In some cases where aluminum siding has been applied window trim has been covered. About half of the structures in the district have aluminum storm windows, the other half wood windows. Required Original windows and doors shall be retained including sashes, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments, hoods, and hardware. When deteriorated beyond repair, they shall be replaced with units and trim resembling the original. Recommended Wood frame storm windows and doors painted to match the original should be used should not damage existing frames. If new sashes or doors are installed, the existing or original materials, design, and hardware should be used. When metal storm doors are used, they should be painted, anodized or coated to match the existing. When awnings are used they should be of canvas material. Prohibited Original doors, windows, and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be restored and reused in place. New window and door openings which would alter the scale and proportion of the building shall not be introduced. Inappropriate new window and door features, such as aluminum insulating glass combinations that require removal of the original windows and doors, shall not be installed. Not Recommended Awnings, hoods, and fake shutters made of metal, vinyl, or fiberglass should not be used if they would detract from the existing character or appearance of the building. ENTRANCES, PORCHES AND STEPS Most houses in the district have either an open or enclosed porch across the front. Most porches have either hip or gabled roofs or are covered by the main roof of the house. Required Existing or original porches, stoops, patios, and steps, including handrails, balusters, columns, brackets, tiles and roof decorations, shall be retained or replaced by replica of the same design and materials when deteriorated beyond repair. Porches and additions reflecting later architectural styles and which are important to the building's historical integrity, shall be retained. Recommended When enclosing porches for heat conservation or for other reasons, it should be done in a manner that does not alter the architectural or historical character of the building. Prohibited Front porches, stoops, patios, and steps that are important to the building's style and development shall not be altered or removed. Not Recommended Original porch details should not be replaced with materials representing an earlier period or style from the original. 0 0 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval, as this project is in keeping with the Standards and Guidelines for the Riverside Drive Local Historic District. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator • • • 45pu�Irl ° HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION v OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY w pe ce �� County—City Building, South Bend. 1N 46601 http://www.southbendiiioov/government'department/community-investment less x Phone: 574/235.9371 Fax: 574!235.9021 Email: hpcsbsjcta;southbendin.gov Timothy S, Klusezinski. President A Certified Local Government of the National Pari: Service Elicia Feasel. Historic Preservation Administrator APPLICATION FOR A — CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OFFICE USE ONL ly»»>DO NOT COM PLETE ANY ENTRIES CONTAINED fN THIS BOX«««OFFICE USE ONLY Date Received: 10/31/2018 _ Application Number: 2018 —1107 ❑ YES (Date ofLatRimew) Past Reviews: Staff Approval authorized by: Historic Preservation Commission Review Date: ❑ Local Landmark ❑ National Landmark 11/19/2018 ❑ NO Title: ❑ Local Historic District (Nance) Riverside Drive ❑ National Register District (Name) _ 1 Certificate Of Appropriateness: 11 Denied ❑ Tabled ❑ Sent To Committee ❑ Approved and issued: Address of Property for proposed work: 916 Riverside Drive, South Bend, IN 46616 (Street,,4"urnfiei--,5treet r4ame--04--Zip) Name of Property Owner(s): David T. Wyncott & Andrew J. Hoffmann Phone #: (574) 904-2132 Address of Property Owner(s): 916 Riverside Drive, South Bend, IN 46616 (Street 1Vutnber--Street.,Vanie--( iiv—Zip) Name of Contractor(s): Jeffrey Dierbeck /Ann Chara-Bailey Phone #: (574) 274-9222 Contractor company Name: Dierbeck & Associates / Ann Chara-Bailey Architect, LLC Address of Contractor Company: 61396 Miami Rd, SB, IN 46614 /1020 N Notre Dame Ave, SB, IN 46617 (Street Number -Sweet A"arne--City- Zip) Current Use of Building: Single Family (Jingle Pamilv--11ulti-Famii'l —Comntercia1—,Government—hidustrial— [ acant--etc.) Type of Building Construction: Brick/Stucco (H'oocf Frarne--Brick---,Stone- --Steel—Concrete—Uther) Proposed Work: ❑ In -Kind ❑ Landscape ❑ New ❑ Replacement (not in-kind) ❑ Demolition (mare than one box mcrt7 be checkeai Description of Proposed Work: See attached Appendix 1 Owne it ndreWhoffmann@me.com T andlor Contractor e -m 'l: X and/or X Sign re per Signature oj'CTactor By's%nmg, his applicaion a agree to abide by all [ocai regulatwns related to project and taobtain a Building Uepa[tmant Permit, if ayplicable.. —APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED ON REVERSE SIDE— Appendix 1 Wyncott/Hoffmann 916 Riverside Drive Description of Proposed Work: SCOPE This project relocates an existing entry door from the west wall of a covered side porch to the north wall of the same porch. An opening will be created by a mason in the existing brick wall to allow re -installation of the original door. Displaced bricks will be salvaged and repurposed to fill the open doorway and a new, wooden window in a snatching style to the rest of the house will be installed in the the farmer doorway. MATERIALS Door The original, recently restored, wood door will be installed in the new opening. Wood trim and stone threshold will be installed in the new doorway to match the original doorway construction. Window A new wood window will be installed in the vacated doorway to the scale and style of the house and existing windows. This is planned to be a Marvin wood window, double hung 1 light over 1 light— matching existing windows on the western exposure of the home. Bricks Original bricks will be salvaged when the new doorway is created and repurposed to fill in the original doorway up to the new window. SCALVDIMENSIONS Please see attached blueprints submitted by Architect, Ann Chara-Bailey that include exact dimensions of the proposed work. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS - Blueprints: Entry Porch - Existing Condition & Proposed Reno. - Current photographs showing south elevation of side porch (Appendix 2) - Current photographs showing west elevation of side porch (Appendix 2) - Current photographs showing west elevation windows (Appendix 2) • 0 • • 0 V H 91,07-1901"1 op/ &ucwe a aiec eue{put 'puag ylnog ouaa pasodoad ..a-,1 =,Zell, 8 aouaplsaH aPsJania N61 uoi>>puOO 5uilslx3 - yoaod /(/lug i�alpld e111 B40Z veov U) b£6£-ZZL-£OZ • LL99V Ni 'Puaa 14MS 'PAIS uMauap lsea n L 0-11 'loel!4ojv Sajieg-ejeyC) uuy 5 B40Z veov U) b£6£-ZZL-£OZ • LL99V Ni 'Puaa 14MS 'PAIS uMauap lsea n L 0-11 'loel!4ojv Sajieg-ejeyC) uuy Appendix 2 Wyncott/Hoffmann 916 Riverside Drive • z t; t • Oe CA) 0 - G t,)-1 � - • STAFF REPORT • CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: November 14, 2018 Application Number: 2018-1113A Property Location: 702 N St Joseph Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: American Foursquare / 1907 Property Owner: Fengrong Ma Landmark or District Designation: River Bend Local Historic District (#8308-92) Rating: Contributing DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/SITE: This is a two-story square house on a field stone foundation. Walls are asphalt shingles; the second story has a slight overhang. The roof is hipped with asphalt shingles. Hipped dormers are at the north and south sides, with the southern being slightly larger. A gable dormer is on the west roof face. A first story hipped roof porch is on the west face with concrete steps and decking. Windows are 1/1 double hung, some wood and some aluminum storms. The chimney is centrally mounted. ALTERATIONS: The irregular sized dormers appear to indicate some later modification to the roofline of the house. COA 1998-0818 allowed for the in-kind replacement of the roof and gutters. COA 1998-0827 added further clarification for the in-kind roof replacement. RME 2018-0829 allowed for the reconstruction of the centrally mounted chimney. . APPLICATION ITEMS: "Change -5 (ONE) window around attic." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks a Certificate of Appropriateness for improvements on the structure including: Removal of two (2) existing double -hung windows from the south attic dormer. a. Windows are approximately 28" high by 10" wide, b. Windows are extensively deteriorated, per photographs supplied by the applicant. Replace with one (1) SEMCO brand aluminum -clad (wood core) window, approximately 28" x 28". a. SEMCO (allegedly) does not manufacture windows of the size of the original windows. b. The replacement window will fill the entire cavity of the previous windows. Applicant originally wanted to replace all five windows in the attic dormers. Upon further conversations with Staff, applicant has opted to paint three of the windows, and replace only the southern windows. SITE VISIT REPORT: November 13, 2018 On November 12, 2018 I met with the owner of the property located at 702 N St. Joseph. She has applied to replace the windows located on the south -facing third floor dormer. I was unable to go inside the structure as the tenant works from home and did not want to be disturbed. I photographed the windows from the outside and was able to determine that the one of the four sashes would need to be replaced or be rebuilt. The meeting rail of the top sash is broken free. The other window has the sashes reversed meaning upper forced down and lower sash forced up. The sashes do not look to be in place. The owner provided me with a quote sheet for a Semco window from Richards Supply. I did not feel that the quote provided enough information about what was being proposed. I went to Richards Supply and got model -specific brochures and photographed a show room model. Photographs are in the digital file. . Steve Szaday Preservation Inspector STANDARDS,AND GUIDELINES: River Bend Local Historic District Standards and Guidelines • C. WINDOWS AND DOORS Windows and door frames are in nearly all cases wood. Brick structures have stone sills and brick lintels; masonry block structures have masonry sills and lintels. In some cases where aluminum siding has been applied window trim has been covered. About half of the structures in the district have aluminum storm windows, the other half wood storm windows. 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 duplicates of the existing or original. Recommended Wood frame storm windows and doors, painted to match the existing or original, should be used but should not damage existing frames and should be removable in the future. If new sash and doors are used, the existing or original materials, design, and hardware should be used. When metal storm doors are used, they should be painted anodized or coated to match the existing. When awnings are used they should be of canvas material. Prohibited Existing or 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 would alter the scale and proportion of the building should not be introduced. Inappropriate new window and door features such as aluminum insulating glass combinations that require the removal of the original windows and doors shall not be installed. Not Recommended Metal, vinyl, or fiberglass awnings, hoods, and fake shutters that would detract from the existing character or appearance of the building should not be used. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff concedes that one of the sashes is extensively deteriorated. Replacement of the windows with an aluminum -clad window model is supported, although staff would prefer to see the original "two -window" format be replicated. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel , Historic Preservation Administrator Satellite and Sanborn Imagery • Diagram I - Sanborn map from 1917 and 1960, as well as satellite imageryfrom 2017. LJ .eK a ro f z z • • • • Figure 4 - Applicant supplied image of the deteriorated sash. Figure 5 - Applicant supplied image of the deteriorated sash. • • • C] • s • Figure 6 - Applicant supplied image of the deteriorated sash. • • Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend & St. Joseph County November 19`h, 2018 v w Address RME# Applicant Proposed Work Description Staff 740 Bronson 2018-1001 Elizabeth Farr "Re -roof entire house & garage." AT 720 Park 2018-1005 John Sikorski "Exterior wood on Northwest corner has dry rot AT damage that may be structural. Need to be replaced by winter.... Re -issue of previous RME - "Repair corner of home that has sustained severe water damage. Removal of the siding and corner cap to expose the structure to replace studs. Securing of the front porch to prevent movement. Replacing the bead board on the porch ceiling. Install wood siding and primer paint." 1115 Riverside 2018-1001B Brendan Bridgford "Add new aluminum downspout to front of home. EF Replace copper downspout at rear (NW) corner with new aluminum. Add new aluminum elbow to upper downspout on rear (NW) corner to route water into gutter. Replace rear copper gutter with new 24 gauge steel with medium bronze kynar finish to match existing steel gutters." 720 Park 2018-1005A John Sikorski "Replace and repair brick foundation at ground and AT underground levels." 720 Park 2018-1005B John Sikorski "Remove (and replace with approve tree/shrubbery AT at a later date) the following trees: 1) Maple at southwest corner; 2) three trees on west side of garage, impacting foundation; 3) Small locust in back yard; 4) Red Maple on east side of garage, impacting foundation. 1409 Wayne 2018-1008 Brian Moloney "Replacement of existing replacement windows with EF Andersen Fibrex Fiberglass windows, same size and style, except for casement windows flanking two bay windows which replaced with sliders. Also, replacement of two original wood windows with Andersen Fibrex fiberglass replacement windows, same size and style. 413 Navarre 2018-1009 Geraldine "Replace membrane roof on garage, replace/install AT Hathaway new K -style gutters on garage." 1206 Wayne St S 2018-1012A Melissa Grubb "Tear off and replacement of roof with Northgate AT Lifetime Shingles in Georgetown Gray, install new seamless gutters and downspouts with gutter topper on garage, install heated gutter topper on house." 1231 Wayne St S 2018-1001E Neovi Karakatsanis "Replace existing aluminum gutters with new AT aluminum gutters, add gutter shields." 1322 Wayne St 2018-1015 Robert Wolosin "Remove 2 maples along boulevard, grind the AT stumps, remove debris, fill and seed. Suitable replacement per City Forester Brent Thompson." 714 Arch 2018-1012 Brian Bishop "Re -roof upper section / small eyebrow of home with AT Architectural shingles." MULTIPLE 2018-1001F City of South Bend "Removal and replacement of sidewalk at the AT following addresses: "601 S Carroll Street, 611 S Carroll Street, 614 S St Joseph Street, 515 S St Joseph, 519 S St Joseph, 531 S St Joseph" 908 Leland 2018-1024 Joan Downs "Removal of Maple tree in front of 908 Leland, per AT City Forester recommendation. Suitable replacement to be considered at a later date." 525 Carroll St 2018-1029 Rick and Sheryl "Tear -off and reshingling of roof by AB West, AT Tribble Tuckpointing brick by Advanced Custom Homes." 622 Park 2018-1029A Stan Molenda "Rebuilt wood front steps and handrails, in-kind." EF Shetterley Park 2018-1030 City of South Bend "Plant 6' Hemlock tree in Shetterley Park." AT 618 Carroll St 2018-1030A Dominick Simeri "Tear -off and roof replacement (with flashing) with AT Owens Architectural shingles." 66401 Walnut Rd 2018-1031 Mary McDowell "Replace flat roofs on first story (kitchen and two EF porches), IN-KIND, rubber TPO. Replace and install copper half round gutter and down spouts." 0- 40 MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY October 15", 2018 13" Floor Conference Room County — City Building South Bend, IN 46601 I. CALL TO ORDER President Gelfman called the meeting to order at 5:33 pm. Members of the Public Present: Bill Binder, Suzanne Bullock, 843 Forest Molly Buser, 1329 E Washington Thomas Erlandson, 630 W Washington Stephen Grotz, 526 E LaSalle Monica Henry, 526 E LaSalle Rolanda Hughes, 1029 Riverside Sean Kennedy, 301 S Sunnyside Tim Klusczinski, 617 Park Matthew Moyers, 1073 Woodward Avenue John Sikorski, 1622 Cedar Max Watson, 1426 Laurel, Elkhart, IN Spencer Watson, 1426 Laurel, Elkhart, IN • David Visser, 25614 Harold Ct, Edwardsburg, MI 49112 Jeff Weldy, 3506 Chevy Chase II. ROLL CALL Members Present: Michele Gelfman, President; Elizabeth Hertel, Vice President; Greta Fisher, Architectural Historian / Secretary; Tom Gordon, Asst. Secretary; Joseph Molnar, Treasurer; Velvet Canada; Becky Bonham Members Not in Attendance: Staff Present: Elicia Feasel, Historic Preservation Administrator; Adam Toering, Historic Preservation Specialist; Sandra Kennedy, Legal Counsel Staff Not in Attendance: Steve Szaday, Historic Preservation Inspector III. PUBLIC HEARING A. CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS 1. 815 Arch COA# 2018-0621C #6846-80/6848-80 Edgewater Local Historic District Representation: None STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: October 10, 2018 1 Application Number: 2018-0621C Property Location: 815 Arch Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Tudor Revival / 1921 / Ernest W. Young Property Owner: Jason Pfledderer Landmark or District Designation: Edgewater Place Local Historic District, Ordinance #6846-80; Local Landmark, Ordinance #6848-1980 Rating: Outstanding DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: The house sits on the corner of Arch and Edgewater. It is a two-story with rectangular plan set upon a brick foundation. The main level is red brick laid in running bond. The upper level surmounts a continuous band of stucco with half timer expressions on the west end. The broad sweeping asphalt shingled roof lines extend down from the central hip with a variety of intersecting dormers, narrow overhang lines with moulded wood frieze board. A rectangular boathouse is across from the house along the river. ALTERATIONS: All of the windows were replaced between 1985 and 1989. The roof is not original to the house. The doors are replacements. The surfaces of the front walk way, porch steps and porch stoop do not appear to be original to the house. COA #1985-0926 allowed for the replacement of four windows on the shed dormer at the northeast side of the house. COA #1986-0819 allowed for re -roofing. COA #1989-0417 allowed for the replacement of six windows with Polarseal aluminum double hung windows. COA#1989-0801 allowed for reconstruction of the main entry. COA #1990-0418 allowed for "replacing all wood on boathouse with wolmanized lumber. The new construction will duplicate the existing fenestration, elevation, screening, etc. exactly." COA #2000-0717 allowed for in-kind repairs of a whole in the roof of the boathouse following a tree fall. COA #2003-0808 allowed for site work and the replacement of the back door. COA #2011-0812 allowed for the removal of the removal of brush along the river bank per Brent Thompson, City Forester. COA #2012-0515 allowed for the repair of the fence and the replacement of concrete chunks on the site with formed pavers. COA #2014-0804A allowed for the removal of a rotten sugar maple tree per Brent Thompson, City Forester. COA #2015-0803A allowed for concrete sitework. RME #2016- 1003B allowed for the stucco repair on the main house. RME #2016-0628 allowed for the removal of a tree per Brent Thompson, City Forester. COA #2017-0417B allowed for the removal of windows on the east side of the main house to be replaced with sliding doors, as well as concrete site work. RME #2018-0501A allowed for the re -roofing of the boathouse and the reconstruction of the handrail. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Replacing railing with vinyl railing." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks approval for the following components: 1. Remove and replace existing railing. The primary motivations for replacement can be characterized as: 1. The existing (30") railing is not compliant with code and would warrant modification or reconstruction so as to become compliant with the 36" requirement. The applicant would like to replace the existing railing as opposed to modify it by adding additional height. 2. Wood as a material on a boat house (or other structure in close proximity to water) constitutes a consistent and regular maintenance issue. The applicant would prefer to replace wood with a material with a significantly lower maintenance requirement and has expressed a willingness to utilize metal or vinyl options. Five replacement options for the railing were put forth by the applicant for the September HPC meeting and all of the proposed options would constitute a significant departure from the existing railing's construction and visual appearance. The proposed designs did not have accompanying manufacture specifications and instead appear to be representations as to desired styles and/or constructions. It is unknown if the examples are manufactured out of wood, metal, or vinyl. Were one of these options selected, the existing railing system (including masonry support `columns') would be removed down to the decking. The replacement railing system would need to be bolted onto the decking and secured to the superstructure. SITE VISIT REPORT: N/A STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES, EDGEWATER PLACE: II. EXISTING STRUCTURES A. BUILDING MATERIALS Original exterior wall materials in the District range from brick, clapboard, shingles, and masonry block to aluminum siding. In the majority of the cases the aluminum siding has been applied over the original clapboard. There are some masonry commercial buildings on Lincolnway. Required Existing exterior building materials shall be retained. Deterioration of wood materials shall be prevented through repair, cleaning, and painting. 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. Masonry structures shall be maintained, tuckpointed and properly cleaned when necessary. Masonry shall be cleaned only when necessary to halt deterioration or to remove stains, and shall be done with the gentlest method possible, such as low pressure water and soft natural bristle brushes. 2 Stucco surfaces shall be maintained by cleaning and repainted when necessary. When repairing stucco a stucco mixture shall be used. Recommended Whenever possible, the original building materials 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 over 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. Mortar joints should be repointed only when there is evidence of moisture problems or when sufficient mortar is missing to allow water to stand in the mortar joint. Existing mortar shall be duplicated in composition, color, texture, joint size, method of application, and joint profile. D. ENTRANCES, PORCHES, AND STEPS The majority of the houses in the district have either an open or a enclosed porch across the front or on the side. Most porches have either gabled or hipped roofs or are covered by the main roof of the house. A brick base with wood columns is common. Required Existing or original porches and steps, including handrails, balusters, columns, brackets, tiles and roof decorations shall be retained or replace with replicas of the same design and materials when deteriorated beyond repair. Porches and additions reflecting later architectural styles and which are important to the building's historical integrity shall be retained. Recommended When enclosing porches for heat conservation or for other reasons, it should be done in a manner that does not alter the architectural or historical character of the building. Prohibited Porches and steps that are important to the building's style and development may not be altered or removed. Not Recommended Original porch details should not be replaced with materials representing a different period or style from the original. IV. SAFETY AND BUILDING CODES A. BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS Required Building code requirements shall be compiled with in such a manner that the existing character of the building is preserved. Recommended • Local building code officials should be consulted to investigate alternative life safety measures that will preserve the architectural integrity of the structure. Variances for historic properties should be investigated. Prohibited Construction of new stairways and elevators that would alter important architectural features and space is prohibited. Not Recommended Fire prevention equipment should not damage the appearance or fabric of the building. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Structures like the boathouse are not specifically defined within the Standards and Guidelines, and as such, the general text covering building materials, as well as those covering entrances, porches, and steps, are considered for this recommendation. The Standards and Guidelines are explicit that "original porches and steps, including handrails, balusters, columns, brackets, tiles and roof decorations shall be retained or replaced with replicas of the same design and materials when deteriorated beyond repair" and that "original porch details should not be replaced with materials representing a different period or style from the original. " Historic precedence exists for this, in the form of a Certificate of Appropriateness issued in April of 1990 that allowed for the "replacing all wood on boathouse with wolmanized lumber." The applicant received approval to reconstruct the handrail earlier this year with RME #2018-0501A. Vinyl is only explicitly mentioned four times in the Standards and Guidelines, in relation to siding and window awnings, hoods, and fake shutters. Staff agrees that the railing should be taller to be compliant with State / International Building Code requirements. The applicant's preference for replacement of the railing is not unfounded, and Staff would support replacement to comply with Code requirements specifically because of the river -front setting of this structure. However, Staff is not convinced that enough investigation on the part of the applicant has occurred to warrant a favorable recommendation. Staff recommends that the application be denied based upon the requirements of the Standards and Guidelines. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist • Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Hertel made a motion to deny COA #2018-0621C. Seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Six in favor, none opposed. Legal Counsel Kennedy clarified that in motions for denial, Commissioners will explain their vote with supporting statements. Roll was called: Commissioner Fisher: I vote in the affirmative to deny this application —without changes to this application, it doesn't seem that we can [approve this project]. Commissioner Canada: I vote to deny this application because lack of information, elevations and design to be able to approve it. Commissioner Hertel: I vote to deny this application, because this is the same packet that came before us last month and the homeowner offered to come back to us with different • elevations as well as options; and since there is no homeowner present, I see it is impossible to approve any changes to the present boathouse. Commissioner Gelfman: I vote to deny this application, due to the fact that we have had the same packet from last month, no changes have been made, and nothing has been presented that shows any different materials and we have no elevations. Commissioner Gordon: I vote to deny this application, I would just reiterate everything that has been said, all the same reasons, there is no way that you could possibly approve this. Commissioner Molnar: I vote to deny this application, due to the reasons previously stated and not working with the Commission. It seems like we had an agreement and nothing came out of it. Vote: 6 — 0 Motion to deny COA#2018-0621C is approved. Application is denied. COMMISSIONER BONHAM ARRIVED AT 5:37PM. 2. 630 W Washington COA# 2018-0926C #8078-1990 Local Landmark South Bend / Fagade Easement Representation: Thomas Erlandson, 630 W Washington STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A fl CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: October 4, 2018 is Application Number: 2018-0926C Property Location: 630 West Washington Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Pagin-Ford-Cunningham House / Queen Anne / 1886 Property Owner: Thomas and Alice Erlandson Landmark or District Designation: Local Landmark, ordinance #8078-1990; West Washington Street National Register District; Historic Preservation Commission Fagade Easement. Rating: Outstanding DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: This two and a half story irregular plan house sits on a stone foundation. The chimneys are irregularly placed brick with fluted brick work and an embellished cap. The exterior is clapboard with molded cornice board. A flower and vine motif is in the bracketing front gable. The roof was is a 12/12 hip with cross gables, a decorative metal ridge, moulded wood rake and eave details, and gabled dormers. Multiple porches with turned spindles and balustrades are at the corners of the structure, with a porte cochere on the west side and a conical tower at the north west corner. Windows are 1/1 double hung with wide wood moulded casings and window head. A front entry bay window with rounded sashes. The doors are tall with double -leaf glazed wood paneling. A two story Tudor Revival carriage house stands to the south. ALTERATIONS: COA # 1990-0321 allowed for the replacement of rotting wood with in-kind materials. COA # 1992-0315 allowed for comprehensive site work to the property, including the construction of the current parking area. COA#1992-0808 allowed for the removal and installation of concrete walkway along the west side of the house. COA #1995-1103-2 allowed for the removal of trees and planting of replacement tree. COA #1999-1021 allowed for the removal and replacement of the slate roof with asphalt shingles. COA #2001-0328 allowed for the removal and replacement of business signage facing West Washington. RME #2018-0926A allowed for the replacement of the driveway aprons with in-kind concrete. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Replaee existing diiyeway aprenswith in kind eenerete. Replace existing concrete and asphalt circular drive with historic paver blocks. % to be completed this fall —'/z to be completed by next fall." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks approval for improvements on the property, including: 1. Removal of portions of the existing asphalt driveway, 2. Installation of red -brick pavers It is the intention of the applicant to progress with half of the work this fall, and the remainder in the spring of 2019. SITE VISIT REPORT: n/a STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Group B Standards and Guidelines GROUP B STANDARDS The Commission has the authority to determine the architectural merits and the extent of any proposed treatment, renovation, or addition to a historic landmark. The commission will require drawings, plans, specifications, and/or samples where appropriate. A. Maintenance The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all structure or sites. B. Treatment Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original form. Such improvements include re -roofing, glazing, or landscaping lawns and may involve a change that can potentially enhance or detract from the character of the landmark. A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or in its environment may require a Certificate of Appropriateness if it significantly alters the appearance of the landmark. Although these kinds of changes may not require a Building Permit, a Certificate of Appropriateness may be necessary. The commission should review the proposed treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces. G. Building Site and Landscaping (These standards apply to both A and B) 1. Required Major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, private yard lights, signs (house numbers) and benches which reflect the property's history and development shall be retained. Dominant land contours shall be retained. Structures such as: gazebos, patio decks, fixed barbecue pits, swimming pools, tennis courts, green houses, new walls, fountains, fixed garden furniture, trellises, and other similar structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and neighborhood and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way. 2. Recommended New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers. Plant materials and trees in close proximity to the building that are causing deterioration to the buildings historic fabric should be removed. However, trees and plant materials that must be removed should be immediately replaced by suitable flora. Front yard areas should not be fenced except in cases where historic documentation would indicate such fencing appropriate. Fencing should be in character with the buildings style, materials, and scale. 3.Prohibited No changes may be made to the appearance of the site by removing major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, outbuildings, and other elements before evaluating their importance to the property's history and development. Front yard areas shall not be transformed into parking lots nor paved nor blacktopped. The installation of unsightly devices such as TV reception dishes and solar collectors shall not be permitted in areas where they can be viewed from public thoroughfares. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed project, as it is in keeping with the Standards and Guidelines for Local Landmarks. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Fischer made a motion to approve COA #2018-0926C as submitted. Seconded by Commissioner Canada. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0 Motion to approve COA#2018-0926C is passed. 3. 1329 E Washington COA# 2018-0928 #7118-1982 Local Landmark Representation: Molly Buser, 1329 E Washington Monica Henry, 520 E LaSalle Avenue STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: October 3, 2018 Application Number: 2018-0928 Property Location: 1329 East Washington Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Tudor Revival / 1923 / Austin and Shambleau Property Owner: Molly and Paul Buser Landmark or District Designation: Local Landmark, Ordinance #7118-82 Rating: Outstanding DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: Two story irregular Tudor Revival structure on a brick foundation on a large corner lot at the intersection of Washington and Jacob. Rough stucco surfaced walls with visible half timbering throughout. The roof has intersecting gables and several pitches. A long slope roof overhang includes the entrance. Roof detailing includes close verges, little -to -no trim, and some returns. A centrally -located brick corbelled chimney dominates the roof line, with articulated flues above the stone weathering. A carved and detailed tablet is above the entry's wooden surrounds, including wood rope molding at the reveal. Casement windows — many having been replaced within the last decade — are of various sizes, located in groups. To the east of the entry is a two-level grouping of windows in a square bay with smooth stucco spandrels. The southeast corner grouping includes heavy timber and half -round arches. Full -arched windows are on the east and rear facades. The one - and -a -half story stucco and half-timbering garage at rear with bell cast gable, three garage bays, and an upper room with second - level hyphen is separated from the main structure by a lower breezeway access. What was an earlier concrete wall extension with pier -end articulated in brick is now an enclosed low -roofed area on the western fapade that functions as a three -season porch. ALTERATIONS: RME #2010-0812 in-kind replacement of aluminum clad wood casement circle head windows; RME #2009- 0409 in-kind replacement with Marvin aluminum clad wood casement windows; COA #2008-0523A replace wood casement windows with new Marvin aluminum clad wood casement windows; COA #2008-0304 replace garden shed with new custom r shed; RME #2007-0607A in-kind replacement of windows over garage with new Pella casements; COA #2007-0607A in-kind replacement of windows over the garage; COA #2007-0307A replace stockade fence with black ornamental aluminum fence; RME #2007-0307 in-kind replacement of yard light, remove arborvitae and gingko trees, plant six trees in tree lawn; COA #1995-0626 in-kind replacement of windows with new. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Infill with Marvin Ultimate or equal wood windows and doors at covered open-air pass-through between house and garage; replace jalousie units at 3 -season porch with Marvin Ultimate or equal wood casements and French doors to make space 4 -season. Add traditional painted cedar railing at roof porch to screen fitture condensers. " DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks approval for the following improvements to the site: 1. Re -construction of existing three -season porch (on western fagade) a. Replacing existing plastic -louvered jalousie windows with Marvin Wood Ultimate Casement windows, b. Removing courses of existing brick on the north elevation of this extension to allow the installation of Marvin Wood Ultimate French Doors (with transom above), c. Installation of decorative railing atop this enclosed space to conceal existing condenser units, to be constructed out of cedar posts, balusters, and railings. d. Installation of powder -coated aluminum gutters, downspouts, and flashing to match the rest of house 2. Enclosing the current pass-thru between the main structure and the garage, a. Wood frame construction between existing timber posts and beams, b. Marvin Wood Ultimate casement windows and doors with simulated divided lights and flush board panels beneath the window openings. SITE VISIT REPORT: N/A GROUP B STANDARDS: LOCAL LANDMARKS: The Commission has the authority to determine the architectural merits and the extent of any proposed treatment, renovation, or addition to a historic landmark. The commission will require drawings, plans, specifications, and/or samples where appropriate. A. Maintenance The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all structure or sites. B. Treatment Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original form. Such improvements include re -roofing, glazing, or landscaping lawns and may involve a change that can potentially enhance or detract from the character of the landmark. A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or in its environment may require a Certificate of Appropriateness if it significantly alters the appearance of the landmark. Although these kinds of changes may not require a Building Permit, a Certificate of Appropriateness may be necessary. The commission should review the proposed treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces. C. Renovation and Additions Renovation is the modification of a structure, which does not alter the general massing while an addition, is a change in mass. A modification, which involves the removal of a part of the landmark, should be considered under demolition (see demolition). Additions to landmarks should not detract from the original form and unity of the landmark and should not cover singular examples of architectural detail. Additions to landmarks should be added in a manner that does not disrupt the visible unity of overall appearance of the site. The proportions, materials and ratios of the existing structures should be carried through in the additions. Care should be taken not to change or alter the following: 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. 2. Material—Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should be of the same material as the original. It should be the same size and texture. An alternative material may be allowed if it duplicates the original. a. wood—all wood trim should conform with existing trim in shape and size. b. siding materials—the Commission discourages the covering or alteration of original materials with additional siding. Structures already sided with incompatible materials should be returned to a siding similar to the original when renovation is considered. D. Demolition Historic landmarks shall not be demolished. When a landmark poses a threat to the public safety, and demolition is the only alternative, documentation by way of photographs, measured drawings, or other descriptive methods should be made of both the exterior and interior of the landmark. The person or agency responsible for demolition of the landmark shall be responsible for this documentation. E. Movin The moving of landmarks is discouraged, however, moving is preferred to demolition. When moving is necessary, the owner of the landmark must apply to the Commission for a Certificate of Appropriateness. F. Signs • No neon or flashing signs will be permitted unless they are original to the structure. Billboards and super -graphics will also be disallowed. Only one appropriate identifying sign will be permitted per business. G. Building Site and Landscaping 7 (These standards apply to both A and B) 1. Required Major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, private yard lights, signs (house numbers) and benches which reflect the property's history and development shall be retained. Dominant land contours shall be retained. Structures such as: gazebos, patio decks, fixed barbecue pits, swimming pools, tennis courts, green houses, new walls, fountains, fixed garden furniture, trellises, and other similar structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and neighborhood and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way. 2. Recommended New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers. Plant materials and trees in close proximity to the building that are causing deterioration to the buildings historic fabric should be removed. However, trees and plant materials that must be removed should be immediately replaced by suitable flora. Front yard areas should not be fenced except in cases where historic documentation would indicate such fencing appropriate. Fencing should be in character with the buildings style, materials, and scale. 3. Prohibited No changes may be made to the appearance of the site by removing major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, outbuildings, and other elements before evaluating their importance to the property's history and development. Front yard areas shall not be transformed into parking lots nor paved nor blacktopped. The installation of unsightly devices such as TV reception dishes and solar collectors shall not be permitted in areas where they can be viewed from public thoroughfares. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of all components of this project, based upon the application's conformity to the `renovations and new additions' sub -section of the Standards and Guidelines. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Molnar made a motion to approve COA #2018-0928 as submitted. Seconded by Commissioner Canada. 7 in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0 Motion to approve COA #2018-0928 is passed. 4. 301 S Sunnyside COA# 2018-0928A #7796-87 East Wayne Street Representation: Sean Kennedy, 301 S Sunnyside Stephen Grotz, 526 E LaSalle STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: October 4, 2018 Application Number: 2018-0928A Property Location: 301 Sunnyside Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Tudor Revival / 1930 / H. Russell Stapp Property Owner: Sean and Karen Kennedy Landmark or District Designation: East Wayne Street Local Historic District, Ordinance #7796-87 Rating: Notable fL_J DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: Two story frame Tudor Revival on an irregular plan. The gabled roof is steep with • flared eaves. The front gable roof dormer has half-timber detailing. The first -floor overhangs at the front. A shed roof dormer supported by curved brackets is on the north face. Windows are 6 -light casements with fixed transoms, some half half-timber lintels. A central steep cross -gabled entry with arched brick door surround faces east. A lower gable roof section sits on the north end. The brick chimney has two chimney pots, The west face includes a small rear one-story shed roof wall dormer. A complimentary two -bay garage stands to the south. ALTERATIONS: COA #1996-0703 allowed for the removal of the slate roof and re -roofing with new fiberglass shingle. COA #2014-0703 allowed for the modifications to the landscaping, including the extension of the fence to the west property line and the construction of a new 36"-48" fence to connect the west property line to the screened -in porch. COA #2015-05048 allowed for the enclosure of the flat roof with a painted fence to match the trim of the home and to conceal air conditioning condensers installed on flat roof area. APPLICATION ITEMS: "The residents of this historic Tudor home are hoping to add an attached garden shed to the south of the garage. The shed will look and feel like an extension of the home including rough-hewn timbers, flush plank wood clapboards, & historically appropriate windows." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks approval for the following improvements to the site: 1. Construction of 18'-6" x 10' shed extending from the garage to the south. a. Construction details: i.' Concrete slab foundation, ii. Wood framed, iii. Have both half-timbering and horizontal flush clapboards, iv. Natural Pine Barn Sash Windows (by American Window Products, LLC), v. Gabled roof to match the existing shingling, vi. Flashing, gutters, trim, trim, to match existing. The proposed structure will include a 6'-6" covered breezeway between the existing garage and the new storage shed. SITE VISIT REPORT: N/A STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES, EAST WAYNE STREET: III. NEW CONSTRUCTION New construction includes any new building or structure constructed within the boundaries of the historic district, or any new addition to an existing building. New construction should be designed considering the appearance of the other buildings in the neighborhood. A. HEIGHT AND PROPORTION The majority of structures in the district are two stories high and are square, rectangular, or irregular in plan. There are a few story -and -a -half residences. The prevalent facade proportions are between 1:1 and a 1:2 height -to -width ratio. Required The height of a new structure and its height -to -width proportions shall be consistent with adjacent buildings in the district. The building height shall be no greater than that of the tallest existing structure and no less than that of the lowest existing structure of the same type in the same block. Fagade proportions shall be established by permitting no structure with a facade wider or narrower than those existing in the same block. Additions to existing buildings shall be related in height and proportion to the existing structure. Recommended Contemporary designs should be compatible in character and mood to the building or neighborhood. Prohibited Additions may not be constructed that would change the existing fagade of a building, alter its scale or architectural character, or add new height Not Recommended New stories should not be added, nor should existing stories be removed, which would destroy important architectural details, features or spaces of the building. Any style or period of architecture that is incompatible with what exists should not be permitted in the new additions. B. BUILDING MATERIALS Wall materials in the district include brick, stucco, half-timbering, stone, clapboard, shingle, and metal and vinyl siding Required Exterior materials used on a new structure shall be compatible in scale, texture and color with adjacent structures. Materials used on an addition to an existing structure shall relate to the existing or original materials of that structure. As much of the original structure as possible shall be retained so that the addition could be removed without damage to the basic structure and appearance of the building. Recommended Metal or vinyl siding may be used when it is the only feasible alternative. This siding should be compatible with the original size and style and with the materials of other buildings in the district. • Prohibited Inappropriate materials such as asbestos, asphalt, molded or artificial stone, or artificial brick shall not be used. Not Recommended C Glass blocks should not be used. Concrete block should not be used for anything other than foundations STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of all components of this project, based upon the application's conformity to the `new construction' sub -section of the Standards and Guidelines. Written by Adam Toering Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Molnar made a motion to approve COA #2018-0928A. Seconded by Commissioner Bonham. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0 Motion to approve COA #2018-0928A is passed. 5. 760 Portage COA# 2018-1001A #9574-05 Chapin Park Local Historic District Representation: Spencer Watson, 1436 Laurel St, Elkhart, IN Max Watson, 1436 Laurel St, Elkhart, IN STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: October 8, 2018 Application Number: 2018-1001A Property Location: 760 Portage Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: American Foursquare / 1907 Property Owner: Spencer and Max Watson Landmark or District Designation: Chapin Park Local (Ordinance #9574-05) and National Historic District Rating: Contributing DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/SITE: 2 '/2 story square plan house with hipped roof with hipped dormers. Full width front porch with hipped roof, two brick supports, and solid brick rail. Walls are covered with aluminum siding. Windows are original wood 1/1 double hung. ALTERATIONS: Aluminum siding is not original. Soffits are covered in aluminum APPLICATION ITEMS: "Replace aluminum siding with vinyl siding duplicating original clapboard style siding; install pocket window inserts into dilapidated windows; remove 3 windows (one in dining, kitchen, crib room); update window casings with aluminum -wrap; replace entry door with 3 panel mission and side entry with 6 panel steel." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks a Certificate of Appropriateness for improvements on the structure: • 1 . Siding — a. An exploratory removal of aluminum siding to determine condition of wood siding underneath has revealed penetrations throughout for blown in insulation, wood rot, and previously covered window openings. b. Proposal is to replicate the wood clapboard style of the original siding using vinyl 3.5" on the second • story and 4" on the first story. Composite board will be installed over existing decorative trim details to 10 reproduce the detail that existed prior to the aluminum installation, and giving it dimension so it does not sit proud of the siding. "Wood grain" or smooth non textured options are available. C. Enclose windows in three locations, one on each side, one in rear. Cover with new vinyl siding. d. Applicant has investigated alternate materials, on Staff's recommendation. 2. Windows — a. Replace original wood double hung windows with new JELD-WEN Best Series Vinyl Double Hung "pocket" windows. Years of deferred maintenance and inappropriate repairs have rendered the original wood windows in poor condition. Proposed pocket windows will allow for installation without disturbing the trim on either the inside or outside. Light will be reduced by an inch on width and a half inch on height. b. Applicant has investigated alternate materials, on Staffs recommendation, as well as the possibility of adding storms to existing windows. 3. Window Trim — a. Install aluminum casing over all existing window trim, including horizontal and vertical components. 4. Doors — a. Install new "Mission style" steel door into front opening. b. Install new 6 panel solid steel door into side opening. SITE VISIT REPORT: October 1, 2018 RE: 760 Portage On September 24, 2018 I visited the property located at 760 Portage with the owners. I had the opportunity to photograph the exterior of the house and inspect the windows inside as well. Following is the breakdown of that inspection. West side (front) no storm windows on this side First floor 1 -large double hung window to the north of the front door -window is in fair shape structurally but has been screwed in place which has damaged the sashes and the pulleys have been filled with clear caulk. I -fixed window to the south of the front door -window is non-operable and has been caulked in place. Structurally sound but removal of caulk and sash may be difficult Second floor 4 -double hung windows • -all four windows have rotted meeting rails on both upper and lower sashes. Three out of the four sills are split with deep crevices. Those will also need repair or replacement. Only one of these windows were operable North side First floor I -double hung window towards rear -lower sash is missing meeting rail. Sill is rotted and upper sash is screwed shut 3 -double hung windows in single bank -these windows have a rotted common sill. The windows have been screwed shut, caulked pulleys and severely damaged lower sashes 1 -double hung window toward front -lower sash framework is broken and rotted at corner. Second floor 1 -double hung window -lower sash is rotted through and has its joints have separated. Sleeping porch 1 -double hung window -rotted sill and side jamb, caulked pulleys 1 -stationary window -located in closet, cracked sill sash is soft, but not rotted 1 -double hung window toward front of house -window has rotten and broken lower sash, sill is buckled. East side (rear) First floor 3 -double hung windows in a single bank -2 of the windows are 6 over I patterned. These differ from the 1 over 1 pattern though most of the house, may not be original. The bank has a rotted common sill. The lower left has dropped over an inch due to water infiltration. The framework as a whole is rotted 3 to 4 inches from the sill up. 1 -covered window opening unveiled 10/l/18. No window jamb or pieces remaining I -stationary window boarded up. No sash remains, was used to hold air conditioner. Sill is water rotted. Second floor . 4 -double hung windows 11 -2 double banks, these are wood but newer than the rest of the house. This area appears to be a sleeping porch as it has an exterior door as an entrance. All the windows in this area are painted or screwed in place. Structurally most sound of any in house. South side First floor 2 -double hung windows -2 in a single bank, 6 over 1 pattern. Structural sound but need scraping and new ropes. Single stationary window towards rear -Structurally sound, one of few with wood storm window Second floor 2 double hung windows -2 in a single bank meeting rails are damaged. Damaged jambs at sill I double hung window -window operates but needs scraping, ropes and glazing 1 double hung window, towards rear of house -bottom of lower sash is cracked at lift handle, sleeping porch area Overall, all the windows need scraping and reglazing. Most of the upper sashes are painted or screwed in place and the meeting rails are not lining up or closing properly. The windows if kept, will need removal, scraped, repainted, glazed, re -roped, and realigned. The windows out of the direct weather on the south and east are better off in condition than the other two sides. I also was able to view the structure on Monday, October 1, 2018 to view areas of the house where the owners had removed sections of the aluminum siding in order to determine the condition of the original clap board siding underneath. First thing I noticed was the amount of holes that were made to inject insulation. There are hundreds on each side without rhyme or reason and most without plugs. They are not lined up to floor levels as this technique is usually done. There is an infestation of yellow jackets in these holes. They have bedded in the cavities behind the siding via these holes especially in the northeast corner of the structure. The siding outside of the holes has a different reveal on the lower half versus the upper half. Many of the corner boards should be replaced. The siding would need the paint scraped and repaired where needed, and there are several courses that I could see that would need replacement. I was told by the owner that the paint was lead based, but I did not test it myself to verify that statement. I do not have a percentage of siding that needs to be replaced, the owner will continue to remove more aluminum siding as that will have to happen no matter what the future plan. I would like to revisit the site after more aluminum is removed to get a more accurate reading of the state of the original siding. The soffits are also an issue as there are aluminum, wood, and exposed rafters present. In any case, additional venting is suggested. Steve Szaday Preservation Inspector STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: CHAPIN PARK Il. EXISTING STRUCTURES A. BUILDING MATERIALS Original exterior building materials in the district include brick, stucco, clapboard, wood shingles, and brick or stone masonry. In some instances, vinyl, composite and aluminum siding have been applied over the original material. Required Original exterior building materials shall be retained when possible. Deterioration of wood materials shall be prevented through repair, cleaning and painting. The existing architectural detail around windows, porches, doors and eaves shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design when deteriorated beyond repair. Masonry, including brick and stucco structures, shall be maintained, and properly cleaned only when necessary to halt deterioration or to remove stains and shall be done in a method acceptable for the preservation of the surface: i.e. low-pressure water and soft natural bristle brushes. Brick or masonry mortar joints should be repointed only when there is evidence of moisture problems, or when sufficient mortar is missing to allow water to stand in the mortar joint. Existing mortar shall be duplicated in composition, color, texture, joint size, method of application and joint profile. When repairing stucco, stucco mixture shall be used. A professional shall make a study of the old stucco, to determine the exact mixture and underlayment used in the original work. Some repair methods are not compatible with the original techniques and may cause early disintegration of the repair work and the original work. Ample ventilation must be afforded the structure when siding is installed, in order to prevent increased deterioration of the structure from moisture and insects. Recommended Whenever possible, the original building materials should be restored. When maintaining or repairing original siding is not feasible, aluminum, vinyl or composite siding may be used. When used over wood surfaces, this siding should be the same size and style as the original wood. Every effort should be made to retain the original trim around windows, doors, cornices gables, eaves and other architectural features. Property owners should contact the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County prior to initiating any restoration or rehabilitation effort. The Commission is an invaluable source of information about all facets of rehabilitation . and restoration — materials, methods, contractors and the like. 12 Prohibited Wood siding shall not be resurfaced with new materials that is inappropriate or was unavailable when the building was constructed, such as artificial stone, brick veneer, asbestos or asphalt shingles. Sandblasting or the use of harsh detergents shall not be used on masonry including brick, stucco, limestone, flagstone and sandstone. This method of cleaning erodes the surface material and accelerates deterioration. Repointing shall not be done with a mortar of high Portland cement content which can often create a bond that is stronger than the building material. Usage of Portland cement can cause deterioration as a result of the differing coefficient of expansion and porosity of the historic masonry unit and the mortar. This most often results in serious damage to adjacent brick. Unpainted masonry surfaces shall not be painted unless they had been painted originally. Paint shall not be removed from masonry surfaces by any means that damage the surface. Not Recommended Waterproof or water repellant coatings or surface consolidation treatments should not be used on masonry surfaces unless required to solve a specific problem that has been studied and identified. Coatings are frequently unnecessary and expensive, and can accelerate deterioration of the masonry. Mortar joints, which do not need repointing, should not be repointed. Wood siding should not be power -washed. C. WINDOWS AND DOORS Window and door frames are in most cases wood and vary depending upon the style of the home. Many are double -hung windows with wood trim and sills. Brick structures have stone sills and brick lintels. In some cases where aluminum siding has been applied, the window and door trim has been covered. About half of the structures in the district have aluminum storm windows; the other half have wood storm windows. Required Original windows and doors shall be retained including sashes, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments, hoods and hardware. When deteriorated beyond repair, they shall be replaced with units and trim resembling the original. Recommended Wood storm windows and doors painted or finished to match the original should be used but should not damage existing frames. If new sashes or doors are installed, the existing or original materials, design and hardware should be used. When metal storm doors are used, they should be painted, anodized or coated to match the existing. When awnings are used, they should be of canvas material. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 1. Approval of 3.5" and 4" vinyl siding and "smooth" side of the decorative composite trim and for enclosure of three specified windows. 2. Staff acknowledges that original wood windows are in poor condition but does not recommend replacement with proposed JELD-WEN vinyl. Advised applicant to investigate further into repairing windows or continue search for a material that is more appropriate. 3. Repair existing wood window trim. 4. Approval of two doors. Written by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Fisher made a motion to split the motion. Seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0. Motion to break up the application carries. Commissioner Molnar made a motion to approve COA #2018-1001A part 1, with the adjustment to part C regarding the proposed windows in two locations (the kitchen and the former A/C), and keep the closet window. Seconded by Commissioner Fischer. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0 Motion to approve part one of COA #2018-1001A, as amended by Commissioner Molnar, passes. Commissioner Fisher made a motion to postpone section two of COA #2018-1001A until they pursue a few other window options for materials. Seconded by Commissioner Molnar. 13 Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0 Motion to postpone section 2 passes. Commissioner Molnar made a motion to approve section three of COA #2018-1001A. Seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0 Motion to approve section 3 passes. Commissioner Fisher made a motion to approve section 4 of COA #2018-1001A for the installation of two doors. Seconded by Commissioner Molnar. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0 Motion to approve section 4 passes. Legal Counsel Kennedy supplied the applicant with an extension form; this was signed and accepted. 6. 50106 Bittersweet Trail COA# 2018-1001C #117-1976 / amended 11-1987 Local Landmark Representation: David Visser, 25614 Harold Ct, Edwardsburg, MI Jeff Weldy, 3506 Chevy Chase STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: October 8, 2018 Application Number: 2018-1001C Property Location: 50106 Bittersweet Trail Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: L-Plan/Italianate/1877/William C. Kownover Farm Property Owner: David A. Visser Landmark or District Designation: Local Landmark, Ordinance No. 117-76, amended 11-1987, Indiana State Register of Historic Places Rating: Outstanding DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: The Kownover farmhouse is a 2 % story brick house with asphalt shingle roof and stone foundation. 2/2 wood windows with segmental arches, with keystones, brick heads, and stone sills, and two bay windows on the front. A portico with flat roof supported by square wood columns covers the front entrance. The property has a summer kitchen of brick to match the house, a silo, as well as corn crib and one and a half story barn structure. ALTERATIONS: Original bay windows roofs have been replaced with higher pitch and wood shakes. Aluminum storm windows have been added. There is a small addition to the rear of the house. Between May 2012 and December 2014, the front portico was removed without a COA. The barn was taken down in 2014 without a COA. Green space at site of former barn has been developed with a stone wall built of original barn foundation stones. COA 2017-0403A approved installation of egress window on north side of house and landscaping to screen window and adjacent A/C unit, creation of dumpster pad along south side of drive adjacent to road, to be enclosed with fence, gates, and evergreens, and extension of gravel driveway. COA 2017- 0501 approved installation of 6'H dog-ear wood stockade panels along north property line. Appropriate shade tolerant plants and/or junipers to be installed as necessary. COA 2017-1204A was tabled indefinitely by the Historic Preservation Commission — the absence of a decision on the application resulted in the issuance of an approved COA on January 18, 2018. COA 2018- 0306A allowed for the installation of a 40' windmill. • is APPLICATION ITEMS: "(See Attached)." is 14 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks approval for the following: 3. De -construction of existing corn crib building, a. Salvage material from structure, b. Shore-up/secure remaining structure. The corn crib structure is currently used as storage. The roof is compromised and is currently covered with a tarp. The internal frame of the corn crib is severely damaged by termite infestation and rot while the existing roof framing and joists are bolstered by temporary beams. The adjoining/conjoining barn structure was added sometime prior to 1998 and served to join the original two-story barn to the corn crib structure. The two-story barn was removed in 2014. The remaining structures, when conjoined, create an irregular `M' -shaped roof line, with a pronounced valley between the two. Being taller, the roof line of the later barn structure plunges into the corn crib roof. A gable between the two was an attempt at directing the flow of the water down the valleys, but time and sag have limited the effectiveness of this attempted improvement. This gable and the roof appear to be resting atop the roof of the corn crib, continuing to add additional weight and stress upon its already weakened frame. Applicant plans to return before the Commission in the spring with plans to rebuild the `corn crib' structure in a new location, separate from the pre -1998 barn structure. The to -be -built corn crib will replicate the current corn crib on a new foundation. Material from the barn torn down in 2014 and the corn crib will be utilized in this reconstruction. PRESERVATION SPECIALIST REPORT: October 9, 2018 RE: 50106 Bittersweet Trail -St. Joseph County Local Landmark . On September 27, 2018, Adam Toering and I visited the site located at 50106 Bittersweet Trail to meet with the property owner and contractor. They are preparing a COA application and wanted a site visit/consultation to discuss the project. In order to simplify this report, I will give a description of each section moving from south to north. Many alterations have not helped the structural integrity of the original corn crib structure. The original barn has been removed leaving a corner support and footer which is part of the newest structure that was constructed between the original barn and corn crib. Southern half of corn crib structure -Alternating open siding exterior wall originally designed to allow air to pass through crop allowing crop to dry. Later this section was adapted to a chicken coop. This stage added chicken wire, feeding doors, ramps, and roosts. I feel that is reasonable to believe that presence of the chicken wire is the only reason this outside wall has not completely collapsed. Reference Figure 7. -The roof trusses are failing as vertical supports have been recently added to hold up the roof structure. Reference Fig -tire 9. -The plywood over joist floor has failed. I stepped right through to the dirt floor underneath when I walked through this section. Reference Figure 8. -The wall in between this and the next section is an addition wall that is framed and on a combination of brick and toward the rear a cement curb. There is dry rot and termite damage along the entire bottom of this wall. Reference Figure 10. Northern half of corn crib structure -This section was enclosed with a front door, windows, and rear overhead garage door. -A concrete floor was added later as well as a curb along the bottom of both east -west walls. -The roof on the northern part has holes with bad deck and rotten trusses. Reference Figure 11. -This small section of roof is receiving the brunt of all the elements that run off the southern roof of the large shop area. A pitch/storage area was added to perhaps divert this load, but it has weakened the roof and the wall supports. -There is a wall for the middle section that is inches away from the wall that is the southern wall of the large shop section. Termites and water have damaged the wall to the point where additional supports had to be added to help hold up the roof in this section. Reference Figure 8, [eft frame. This building will continue to deteriorate if it is not separated from the rest of the structure. It is not structurally strong enough to hold its own weight let alone strong enough to support the weight of the elements from the shop roof. The roofs and walls need to be rebuilt separately with truss supports, floors, and proper gutters. The structure is not safe and will not likely survive a serious winter as it sits. Steve Szaday Preservation Inspector GROUP B STANDARDS: LOCAL LANDMARKS: B. Maintenance The maintenance of any historical structure or site shall in no way involve any direct physical change except for the general cleaning and upkeep of the landmark. The Commission shall encourage the proper maintenance of all structure or sites. • B. Treatment Treatment shall be defined as any change of surface materials that will not alter the style or original form. Such improvements include re -roofing, glazing, or landscaping lawns and may involve a change that can potentially enhance or detract from the character of the landmark. A treatment change of any surface whether on the landmark or in its environment may require a Certificate of Appropriateness if it significantly alters the appearance of the landmark. Although these kinds of changes may not require a Building Permit, a Certificate of Appropriateness may be necessary. The commission should review the proposed treatment for character and style consistency with the original surfaces. C. Renovation and Additions Renovation is the modification of a structure, which does not alter the general massing while an addition, is a change in mass. A modification, which involves the removal of a part of the landmark, should be considered under demolition (see demolition). Additions to landmarks should not detract from the original form and unity of the landmark and should not cover singular examples of architectural detail. Additions to landmarks should be added in a manner that does not disrupt the visible unity of overall appearance of the site. The proportions, materials and ratios of the existing structures should be carried through in the additions. Care should be taken not to change or alter the following: 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. 2. Material—Additions and improvements involving any new material in the landmark should be of the same material as the original. It should be the same size and texture. An alternative material may be allowed if it duplicates the original. a. wood—all wood trim should conform with existing trim in shape and size. b. siding materials—the Commission discourages the covering or alteration of original materials with additional siding. Structures already sided with incompatible materials should be returned to a siding similar to the original when renovation is considered. D. Demolition Historic landmarks shall not be demolished. When a landmark poses a threat to the public safety, and demolition is the only alternative, documentation by way of photographs, measured drawings, or other descriptive methods should be made of both the exterior and interior of the landmark. The person or agency responsible for demolition of the landmark shall be responsible for this documentation. E. Moving The moving of landmarks is discouraged, however, moving is preferred to demolition. When moving is necessary, the owner of the landmark must apply to the Commission for a Certificate of Appropriateness. F. Signs No neon or flashing signs will be permitted unless they are original to the structure. Billboards and super -graphics will also be disallowed. Only one appropriate identifying sign will be permitted per business. G. Building Site and Landscaping 1. Required Major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, private yard lights, signs (house numbers) and benches which reflect the property's history and development shall be retained. Dominant land contours shall be retained. Structures such as: gazebos, patio decks, fixed barbecue pits, swimming pools, tennis courts, green houses, new walls, fountains, fixed garden furniture, trellises, and other similar structures shall be compatible to the historic character of the site and neighborhood and inconspicuous when viewed from a public way. 2. Recommended New site work should be based upon actual knowledge of the past appearance of the property found in photographs, drawings, and newspapers. Plant materials and trees in close proximity to the building that are causing deterioration to the buildings historic fabric should be removed. However, trees and plant materials that must be removed should be immediately replaced by suitable flora. Front yard areas should not be fenced except in cases where historic documentation would indicate such fencing appropriate. Fencing should be in character with the buildings style, materials, and scale. 3. Prohibited No changes may be made to the appearance of the site by removing major landscaping items, trees, fencing, walkways, outbuildings, and other elements before evaluating their importance to the property's history and development. Front yard areas shall not be transformed into parking lots nor paved nor blacktopped. The installation of unsightly devices such as TV reception dishes and solar collectors shall not be permitted in areas where they can be viewed from public thoroughfares. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Based upon the site visit by Historic Preservation Inspector Szaday and Specialist Toering, staff is of the opinion that the corn crib structure is not structurally sound. The irregular roof line created by the attachment of the barn structure to the corn crib has led to continued degradation within the structure of the corn crib. Staff recommends approval of this proposed deconstruction, predicated on the applicant's expressed desire to reconstruct the corn crib in a new location in 2019. 16 • Written by Adam Toering 40 Historic Preservation Specialist Approved by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Commissioner Hertel made a motion to approve COA #2018-1001C. Seconded by Commissioner Bonham. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0. Application #2018-1001 C is approved. 7. 720 Park COA# 2018-1001D #9574-05 Chapin Park Representation: John Sikorski, 1622 Cedar Street STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: October 9, 2018 Application Number: 2018-1001D Property Location: 720 Park Avenue Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Queen Anne / 1878 / DeShane House Property Owner: John and Monica Sikorski Landmark or District Designation: Chapin Park Local (Ordinance #9574-05) and National Register Historic District Rating: Notable DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: This two-story irregular plan Queen Anne style house sits on a brick foundation. Walls are shiplap clapboard with corner boards and frieze boards. An interior brick chimney punctuates the cross gabled roof line with low pitch and asphalt shingles. To the rear is a first story gable rear wing with a shed roof side wing; decorative spindle work punctuates the gable apex. A full width front and side porch wraps the west and south sides, with a second story balcony facing the street. Spindle supports with balustrades and decorative spindles at the eaves with brackets are also present. Windows are 1/1 double hung with molded entablatures. The ground floor has shutters. The front door is wood paneled with beveled glass light and transom and a wood storm. A large two story gabled barn with board and batten siding stands to the rear. ALTERATIONS: COA #2005-1114 allowed for the complete tear -off and re -roof of the entire house, as well as allowed for the installation of flashing and roof vents as needed. COA #2012-0716A allowed for the removal of three storm -damaged trees in the back yard per City Forester Brent Thompson. COA #2015-1215 allowed for the replacement of the existing brick chimney with new in-kind material, to match existing. RME #2017-1023 allowed for the repair woodwork at the northwest corner of the property because of water damage. RME #2018-1005 re -issued COA #2017-1023 for the repair of woodwork on the northwest corner. RME #2018-1005B allowed for the removal and replacement of multiple trees on the property. RME #2018-1005C allowed for the replacement and repair of brick foundation and chimney with like material. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Move or replace eight total windows to accommodate layout of renovated interior. Windows will remain in the same vicinity as before but require re -alignment for purposes of interior layout." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: 1. Kitchen — • a. Three north kitchen windows to be moved to center over sink and requires lowering the height as to not butt against ceiling. b. New windows will measure 27" x 58" each. 17 2. Mudroom — a. Re -size and center window on north wall of mudroom to match symmetrically with new window addition on south wall of mudroom. Both windows will be centered on the wall and match sunroom windows in size and style. 3. Basement door — a. Raise current basement door to provide access to elevated kitchen floor. b. Remove current back door to kitchen with two new large windows on east wall to match windows on north and south wall. 4. French door — a. Install new in (or out) swing French doors 5. Bathroom — a. Replace upstairs southeast window in location of new bathroom. Window is falling out of damaged frame and does not close or open properly. Replacement window will be same size. Proposed windows: Marvin Ultimate casement or double -hung, wood interior/aluminum-clad wood exterior. Or Anderson Architectural Collection E -Series Casement window, wood interior/aluminum-clad wood exterior. Proposed doors: Final brand and style to be determined. Materials will be wood or wood/aluminum (no steel or vinyl), similar to: Ashworth Professional Series wood/aluminum French doors Or Marvin Ultrex Outswinging French Door SITE VISIT REPORT: N/A STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: CHAPIN PARK: Chapin Park Local Historic District Il. EXISTING STRUCTURES A. BUILDING MATERIALS Original exterior building materials in the district include brick, stucco, clapboard, wood shingles, and brick or stone masonry. In some instances, vinyl, composite and aluminum siding have been applied over the original material. Required Original exterior building materials shall be retained when possible. Deterioration of wood materials shall be prevented through repair, cleaning and painting. The existing architectural detail around windows, porches, doors and eaves shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design when deteriorated beyond repair. Masonry, including brick and stucco structures, shall be maintained, and properly cleaned only when necessary to halt deterioration or to remove stains and shall be done in a method acceptable for the preservation of the surface: i.e. low-pressure water and soft natural bristle brushes. Brick or masonry mortar joints should be repointed only when there is evidence of moisture problems, or when sufficient mortar is missing to allow water to stand in the mortar joint. Existing mortar shall be duplicated in composition, color, texture, joint size, method of application and joint profile. When repairing stucco, stucco mixture shall be used. A professional shall make a study of the old stucco, to determine the exact mixture and underlayment used in the original work. Some repair methods are not compatible with the original techniques and may cause early disintegration of the repair work and the original work. Ample ventilation must be afforded the structure when siding is installed, in order to prevent increased deterioration of the structure from moisture and insects. Recommended Whenever possible, the original building materials should be restored. When maintaining or repairing original siding is not feasible, aluminum, vinyl or composite siding may be used. When used over wood surfaces, this siding should be the same size and style as the original wood. Every effort should be made to retain the original trim around windows, doors, cornices gables, eaves and other architectural features. Property owners should contact the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County prior to initiating any restoration or rehabilitation effort. [ Address and contact information is listed in the front of the Guidebook.] The Commission is an invaluable source of information about all facets of rehabilitation and restoration — materials, methods, contractors and the like. Prohibited Wood siding shall not be resurfaced with new materials that is inappropriate or was unavailable when the building was constructed, such as artificial stone, brick veneer, asbestos or asphalt shingles. Sandblasting or the use of harsh detergents shall not be used on masonry including brick, stucco, limestone, flagstone and sandstone. This method of cleaning erodes the surface material and accelerates deterioration. Repointing shall not be done with a mortar of high Portland cement content which can often create a bond that is stronger than the building material. Usage of Portland cement can cause deterioration as a result of the differing coefficient of expansion and porosity of the historic masonry unit and the mortar. This most often results in serious damage to adjacent brick. Unpainted masonry surfaces shall not be painted unless they had been painted originally. Paint shall not be removed from • masonry surfaces by any means that damage the surface. IN Not Recommended Waterproof or water repellant coatings or surface consolidation treatments should not be used on masonry surfaces unless required to solve a specific problem that has been studied and identified. Coatings are frequently unnecessary and expensive, and can accelerate deterioration of the masonry. Mortar joints, which do not need repointing, should not be repointed. Wood siding should not be power -washed. C. WINDOWS AND DOORS Window and door frames are in most cases wood and vary depending upon the style of the home. Many are double -hung windows with wood trim and sills. Brick structures have stone sills and brick lintels. In some cases where aluminum siding has been applied, the window and door trim has been covered. About half of the structures in the district have aluminum storm windows; the other half have wood storm windows. Required Original windows and doors shall be retained including sashes, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments, hoods and hardware. When deteriorated beyond repair, they shall be replaced with units and trim resembling the original. Recommended Wood storm windows and doors painted or finished to match the original should be used but should not damage existing frames. If new sashes or doors are installed, the existing or original materials, design and hardware should be used. When metal storm doors are used, they should be painted, anodized or coated to match the existing. When awnings are used, they should be of canvas material. D. ENTRANCES, PORCHES AND STEPS Most houses in the district have either an open or enclosed porch across the front. Most porches have either hip or gabled roofs or are covered by the main roof of the house. Required When deteriorated beyond repair, existing or original porches, stoops, patios and steps, including handrails, balusters, columns, brackets, tiles and roof decorations, shall be retained or replaced by replicas of the same design or by a design more in keeping with the historic period of the structure. Porches and additions reflecting later architectural styles and which are important to the building's historical integrity shall be retained. Recommended When enclosing porches for heat conservation or for other reasons, it should be done in a manner that does not alter the architectural or historical character of the building. Not Recommended Original porch details should not be replaced with materials representing a different period or style from the original. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of placement and material of window and door adjustments/additions. Remand authority to staff for specific window and door selection. Of the provided examples, 1/1 double hung window style is preferred over casement. Written by Elicia Feasel Historic Preservation Administrator Public Hearing: Rolanda Hughes, 1029 Riverside Drive — I have great appreciation for this house, I think it is my favorite in the whole city. I personally would allow the replacement of those windows, but from my vantage point, if the exterior can be made to be as much in keeping with the existing spirit of the house as possible, it would call for wood, not aluminum -clad wood. The house is wood. It is wood completely, all around, and to my way of thinking, if you can find a good way of replacing the look of that, but you used genuine wood — I would, if I were in your shoes, support that. And the French Door, as well. Again, the house is wood. Commissioner Hertel made a motion to break up COA #2018-1001D into five sub -categories for approval. Seconded by Commissioner Fischer. • Six in favor, one opposed. Vote: 6 —1. Motion to sub -divide the application for motions is approved. 1C Commissioner Gordon made a motion on section one of COA #2018-1001D. Seconded by Commissioner Molnar Four in favor, three opposed. Vote: 4 — 3 Motion to approve section one of COA#201 8-100 1 C is passed. Commissioner Molnar made a motion on section two of COA #2018-1001D. Seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0. Motion on section two passes. Commissioner Gordon made a motion on section three of COA #2018-1001D. Seconded by Commissioner Molnar. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0. Motion on section three passes. Commissioner Gordon made a motion on section four of COA #2018-1001D. Seconded by Commissioner Molnar. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0. Motion on section four passes. Commissioner Molnar made a motion on section five of COA #2018-1001D. Seconded by Commissioner Bonham. 0 Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0. Motion on section five passes. IV. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR A. Bill Binder, 1223 Woodward. Taylor's Field — I've been in the community all my life, I've rehabbed over ten houses, saved some of them from being demolished. How many members in this Historic Preservation Commission know where the West Washington Historic District is? How about the Chapin Park Avenue area? Anyone here heard of the Taylor's Field Historic District? That's why I'm here. Historic Taylor's Field Historic District; its been a district from the late 1970s to the early 1980s. The condition of the housing in the area has not been improved over the years — its kind of been like a step- child of the Historic Commission. I believe what I would like to suggest is that this Commission go into this district, take a look at the housing stock, and make some sort of recommendation as to what should be done to this District. This area here, is part of the Monroe Park Neighborhood Association, And I believe it should be more aggressive. A lot of money has been put into the West Washington district, and others. More money put into these other districts. The Commission should be involved. The Housing stock needs work —there are a few gems, but most need work. You guys take a look at it, and make a • 20 recommendation as to what should be done in the district. B. Rolanda Hughes, 1029 Riverside Drive —I would prefer to hear the Park Presentation before responding to it. V. REGULAR BUSINESS A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. July 16th, 2018 2. August 20t1i, 2018 3. September 17th 2018 Commissioner Fischer made a motion to approve the minutes from the three previous meetings. Seconded by Commissioner Bonham. Seven in favor, none opposed. Vote: 7 — 0. The minutes are approves as submitted. B. STAFF REPORTS 1. RME Report — Distributed. C. COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. DISPOSITION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION ASSETS Commissioner Fisher asked the Commission President to appoint Randy Ray to the Dissolution of Historic Preservation Commission Assets Committee. Commission President Gelfman appointed Randy Ray to the Committee. Commissioner Fisher explained that the Committee will be moving forward with meetings in the near future following meeting with staff. 2. LANDMARKS COMMITTEE Commissioner Molnar reminded the Commission of the Landmark unveiling to be held on October 16t1i, 2018 at noon at the Civil Rights Heritage Center at 1040 W Washington. VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolution 18-03 Tim Corcoran, Director of Planning for the City of South Bend, spoke to the Commission members about the proposed Resolution 18-03. Commissioner Fischer asked about the Window Decision Tree. Administrator Feasel informed the Commission that it would be distributed. The desire of this decision tree is to streamline the review process, as well as to make efficient use of time of the applicant, the commission, and the commission staff. The Commission had discussion regarding whether this would apply to the County projects as well as the City projects. VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS 40 A. Leeper Park Presentation by Venues, Parks, and Arts Aaron Perri, 301 S Saint Louis 21 Mr. Perri spoke about the research and findings that Venues, Parks, & Arts has determined regarding the future of the changes of historic Leeper Park, as well as the reasoning and justification for pursuing some of those changes. 0 COMMISSIONER GORDON DEPARTED THE MEETING AT 7:37 PM. COMMISSIONER BONHAM DEPARTED THE MEETING AT 7:49 PM. IX. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Hertel made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Commissioner Fisher. Five in favor, none opposed. Vote 5 — 0. Meeting adjourned at 8:02 pm. Attest: Greta Fisher, Secretary Date 22 • • RESOLUTION NO. 18-03 • A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA ESTABLISHING "ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL" PROCEDURES AUTHORIZING STAFF TO APPROVE PROJECTS THAT ARE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND MINOR PROJECTS THAT COMPLY WITH THE INTENT OF APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana (the "Commission") operates pursuant to Article 13 of Chapter 21 of the South Bend Municipal Code, as may be amended from time to time (the "City Ordinance"), Title XV, Chapter 154, §§ 154.245-154.263 of the St. Joseph County Code of Ordinances, as may be amended from time to time (the "County Ordinance"), and the terms of the Interlocal Agreement between the City of South Bend and St. Joseph County dated December 12, 2017, as the same may be amended from time to time (the "Interlocal Agreement"); and WHEREAS, pursuant to the City Ordinance and the County Ordinance, (a) the Commission shall issue a Certificate of Appropriateness (a "COA") before the construction, reconstruction, alteration, demolition, or moving of any exterior feature of any building, structure, or use within historic preservation districts and with respect to historic landmarks, and (b) nothing in this article shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance and repair of any building, structure or use which will not involve a change in exterior features or to prevent .10 the construction, reconstruction, alteration, demolition, or moving of any building, structure or use which the Building Commissioners or other official having such power may certify as required by the public safety because of an unsafe or dangerous condition; and WHEREAS, the Commission desires to establish by this Resolution certain procedures by the City's staff members, including without limitation, the Historic Preservation Administrator and the Historic Preservation Specialist (collectively, for purposes of this Resolution, the "Staff'), to authorize Administrative Approval ("AA") with regard to certain projects based on an established set of parameters; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Staff, on the Commission's behalf and in accordance with the terms of this Resolution, may qualify and approve any work (whether proposed or completed) as an Administrative Approval if it (a) constitutes the ordinary maintenance or repair of such a building, structure, or use, (b) consists of a project in compliance with the intent of the Standards and Guidelines, or (c) reverts to a more authentic outcome, improved quality, or removes non - historic elements, in accordance with the terms of the City Ordinance or the County Ordinance, as applicable in a given case. 2. The Commission hereby instructs the Staff to evaluate the work or conditions • potentially constituting Administrative Approval with reference to applicable historic Page 1 of 2 preservation Standards and Guidelines. Staff shall make determinations as to Administrative Approval as promptly as reasonably possible but shall have at least two business days from receipt of a complete application, as deemed by Staff to perform their necessary due diligence including review and evaluation of the proposed project as it pertains the Standards and Guidelines. 3. Following the Staff's qualification and approval of any Administrative Approval, the Staff must notify the relevant property owner(s) and/or applicant(s) of the decision with respect to the work, without prejudice to any other applicable requirements or procedures, and will report each such determination in writing (including details concerning the property and the work) to the Commission at the Commission's next regular meeting following the Staff's determination. 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the Commission and shall supersede any prior resolution of the Commission concerning staff approval of Routine Maintenance Exclusions, including, without limitation, Resolution No. 17- 01, adopted on January 23, 2017 and Resolution No. 18-01 adopted on March 19, 2018. ADOPTED at a meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana, held on November 19, 2018, at 1308 County -City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, Indiana 46601. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY Michele Gelfrnan, President ATTEST: Greta Fisher, Secretary is Page 2 of 2