HomeMy WebLinkAbout1. 834 Forest Avenue_COA 2021-0907ASTAFF REPORT
CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
Date: October 13, 2021
Application Number: 2021-0907A
Property Location: 834 Forest Avenue
Architectural Style/Date/Architect or Builder: Gable-front/ 1899
Property Owner: Adam Baumgartner
Landmark or District Designation: Chapin Park Local Historic District,
Ordinance #9574-05
Rating: Contributing
DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE : Rectangular two story house with wood siding and full-width
front porch with plain entabulature, ½ height tapered posts, solid rail and wood steps – a pediment with lattice
is over the entry. Windows are 1/1 double hung with molded crown trim. Multiple additions on the rear and
sides. Architectural 3-tab shingles.
ALTERATIONS: Structure was extensively modified over the years, with multiple units. Multiple later additions
include the enclosing side porches and rear additions. COA 2010-0310 allowed for the tear-off and re-roofing. AA
2020-0911 allowed for repairs to the chimney and roof, as well as the removal of a tree. AA 2021-0729 allowed for
the removal of the asbestos siding and repair / rehabilitation of the original siding beneath.
APPLICATION ITEMS: “The 2nd story roofline cutout provides inadequate drainage, which to date has caused
substantial water damage in the dining room ceiling and requires immediate attention to prevent further water
damage. To remediate this issue we are recommending extending the roof line closing the roof cutout and
removing existing window. The existing window would be replaced with 3 appropriately sized windows to match
the new proposed roofline.”
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: The applicant has requested retroactive approval to:
1. Remove a deteriorated 1/1 window,
2. Reconstruct the roofline, removing the window well / valley that has captured water/moisture/debris,
3. Install three new “awning” style windows in the wall above the first floor roof line,
a. Each window approximately 24” x 20”
b. W-2500 Series Black Painted Clad wood Awning windows,
STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: CHAPIN PARK
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II. 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.
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B. ROOFS AND ROOFING
Roof shapes in the district encompass all the various designs found in residential structures: hipped, gabled, gambrel, flat and combinations
of these. Roofs are covered with a variety of materials such as asphalt, asbestos, wood and slate shingles as well as clay tiles. Residences in
most cases have wood fascias with gutters and downspouts. The fascias of some vinyl- and aluminum-sided houses are covered with the
same materials.
Required
The existing shape and type of materials of the roof shall be retained. All architectural features, which give the roof its essential character,
shall be retained, including dormer windows, cupolas, cornices, brackets, chimneys, cresting and weather vanes.
Recommended
The original shape and materials of the roof should be restored. Particular effort should be made to retain materials such as slate, tile and
other unique materials not commonly found in new construction. Roof covering which is deteriorated beyond repair should be replaced with
new material that matches as closely as possible the original in composition, size, shape, color and texture. Gutters and downspouts are often
a necessary adjunct in order to prevent deterioration of the structure; they should be maintained whenever possible or replaced with a style
comparable and suitable to the architectural period.
Prohibited
Nothing shall be done to change the essential character of the roof as viewed from a street by adding architectural features or large unsightly
fixtures, or by using materials inappropriate to the style of the house. The roof shall not be stripped of architectural features important to its
character.
Not Recommended
Overhanging eaves, soffit, brackets and gables should not be covered or enclosed when adding siding to a building.
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.
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SITE VISIT REPORT:
Administrator Toering and Inspector Ross Van Overberghe toured the property on September 14th, 2021. Photos
were taken of the project area documenting the systemic water infiltration that has occurred because of the window
well, resulting in complete wall failure on the first floor below. Extensive reconstruction of both the second-floor
area and the first floor area below will be required to remedy the long-standing water infiltration.
Staff discussed future projects with Ms. Baumgartner at that time, as this is an extensive rehabilitation of a long-
neglected property.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval.
Prepared by
Adam Toering, Historic Preservation Administrator
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY
Phone: 574/235.9371 Fax: 574/235.9021 Email: hpcsbsjc@southbendin.gov
MAP OF THE AREA - Google Maps view of the subject area.
SATELLITE/SANBORN IMAGERY - Sandborn Maps: 1917, 1945, 1960, imagery from 2016 of property.
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OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY
Phone: 574/235.9371 Fax: 574/235.9021 Email: hpcsbsjc@southbendin.gov
FRONT PICTURE (WEST) - Picture of the front of the building, September 2021.
FRONT PICTURE (SOUTHWEST) - Picture of the side of the building, September, 2021
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OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY
Phone: 574/235.9371 Fax: 574/235.9021 Email: hpcsbsjc@southbendin.gov
PROJECT PICTURE (SOUTH) - Picture of the project area of the building, September 2021.
PROJECT PICTURE (SOUTHEAST) - Picture of the side of the building, September, 2021
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Date Received: ____________________ Application Number: ____________—___________________________________
Past Reviews: YES (Date of Last Review) _____________________________ NO
Staff Approval authorized by: _________________________________________________________ Title: __________________________
Historic Preservation Commission Review Date: __________________________________________________________________________
Local Landmark Local Historic District (Name) ________________________________________
National Landmark National Register District (Name) _____________________________________
Certificate Of Appropriateness:
Denied Tabled Sent To Committee Approved and issued: _____________________
Address of Property for proposed work: ________________________________________________________________________
(Street Number—Street Name—City—Zip)
Name of Property Owner(s): __________________________________________________ Phone #: ______________________
Address of Property Owner(s): _______________________________________________________________________________
(Street Number—Street Name—City—Zip)
Name of Contractor(s): _______________________________________________________ Phone #: ______________________
Contractor Company Name: __________________________________________________________________________________
Address of Contractor Company: ______________________________________________________________________________
(Street Number—Street Name—City—Zip)
Current Use of Building: _____________________________________________________________________________________
(Single Family—Multi-Family—Commercial—Government—Industrial—Vacant—etc.)
Type of Building Construction: ________________________________________________________________________________
(Wood Frame—Brick—Stone—Steel—Concrete—Other)
Landscape New Replacement (not in-kind) Demolition Proposed Work:(more than one
box may be checked)
Description of Proposed Work: _______________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Owner e-mail: __________________________________ and/or Contractor e-mail: ___________________________________
X _______________________________________________ and/or X _______________________________________________
Signature of Owner 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—
APPLICATION FOR A — CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
834 Forest Avenue South Bend, IN 46616
Adam Baumgartner
Kevin Baumgartner (
K&BAppliance Repair
315 S Taylor St South Bend 46601
single family
wood frame
x
The 2nd story roofline cutout provides inadequate drainage, which to date
has caused substantial water damage in the dining room ceiling and requires immediate attention to prevent further water damage. To remediate this issue we are recommending extending the roof line
closing the roof cutout and removing existing window. The existing window would be replaced with 3 appropriately sized windows to match the new proposed roofline.
Written description (existing condition, evaluation by repair professional)
x The 2nd story roof-line cutout provides inadequate drainage, which to date has caused
substantial water damage in the dining room ceiling and requires immediate attention to
prevent further water damage. To remediate this issue, we are recommending extending the
roof line. closing the roof cutout and removing existing window. The existing window would be
replaced with 3 appropriately sized windows to match the new proposed roofline.
x Evaluation from Dad
Overview of project (materials, scale, dimensions, construction methods, alterations, etc.)
x Extend the roof slant over the existing cutout
o Shingle details?
x Replace existing window with size-appropriate ones
o 3 windows
o Each 24 in. x 20 in.
o W-2500 Series Black Painted Clad Wood Awning Window
Photographs (full front from street view, each side effected by project, closeup detail of project areas)
EXISTING – Second story roof line (south side). Existing area to change in red box.
PROPOSED – Second story roof line (south side). Proposed change area in red box.
Specification of material (either manufacture brochure or link to product online)
x JELD-WEN 24 in. x 20 in. W-2500 Series Black Painted Clad Wood Awning Window w/ Natural
Interior and Screen-THDJW143300068 - The Home Depot
Elevation drawing* (Existing and proposed new)
x Coming soon, from Wesley
Evaluation / Quote by repair professional
x Dad