HomeMy WebLinkAbout605 Portage Avenue_AA 2026-0824Sarah Andrews,
President
HISTORIC
PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
OF
SOUTH BEND
AND
ST. JOSEPH
COUNTY
CERTIFICATE
OF
APPROPRIATENESS
The Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St.
Joseph County has approved the following work:
Lift front steps as needed and rebuild support beneath. Reset
existing steps and seal seams and joints. Re point stones on
shoulder walls of front steps.
I-FIX-BRICKS LLC, Contractor
for the following location:
605 PORTAGE AVE
South Bend, IN, 46616
Chapin Park
Application No. 2026-0824
in the County of St. Joseph; State of Indiana; which is:
Located in a Local Historic District
A Local Historic Landmark
and found this application to be appropriate according to the Standards
pertaining to Local Historic Landmarks and/or Local Historic Districts.
Regulations pertaining to the Historic Preservation Commission are
found in Chapter 21 (Zoning), South Bend Municipal Code and Chapter
26 of the St. Joseph County Code.
The issuance of this certificate does NOT in any manner, release
the recipient from the responsibility of complying with the requirements
of the zoning ordinances, building codes, safety codes, ADA or other
requirements of the City of South Bend, the County of St. Joseph, the
State of Indiana, or the United States Federal Government.
This certificate is good for one year from the date of issuance and
is effective from the date entered herein. Plans are on file and open for
public inspection at the office of the Historic Preservation Commission of
South Bend and St. Joseph County, 227 West Jefferson Blvd., Suite 1400
S, South Bend, Indiana, during normal business hours.
THIS CERTIFICATE IS NOT TRANSFERABLE
NAME OF APPLICANT:Georgina Horton
CERTIFICATE ISSUED BY:
Ross Van Overberghe
Historic Preservation Specialist
POST IN A CONSPICUOUS PLACE ON THE STREET SIDE
OF THE PROJECT UNTIL COMPLETION OF ALL WORK.
Phone: (574) 235-9371
E-mail: SBSJCHPC@southbendin.gov
ROSS VAN OVERBERGHE
Historic Preservation
Administrator
8/24/2026DATE CERTIFICATE
TAKES FORCE:8/24/2027DATE CERTIFICATE
EXPIRES:
Ord No. 9574-05
Chapin Park
ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL
Monday, August 24, 2026
Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness
Important Information Regarding this Request
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AND SITE PLANS
The Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County cannot process an Application
without required documentation. Comprehensive documentation provides a complete understanding of the
project. Problems often occur during a project review or during the execution of the project when the
property owner, staff or commissioners are unclear as to project specifics. Applications will NOT be
processed without required documentation.
Photographs may be submitted in digital format or in photographic print. When a project involves
blueprints and/or site plans, one (1) set shall be submitted with the Application. Any documentation
submitted to this office cannot be returned to the applicant.
APPLICATION FEE
The application processing fee for any Application for a Certificate Of Appropriateness is $20
Payment must accompany the application at the time of submission. For an electronically submitted
application, payment must reach the HPC office within 48 hours following transmission. Payment can be
made by credit card by contacting
Business License Administrator Michelle Adams at (574) 235-5912; by cash in person in the Department of
Community Investment on the 14th floor of the County City Building; or by check made out to City of
South Bend. Applications will NOT be processed without the required fee.
MEETING ATTENDANCE
When an Application has been scheduled for any meeting, the owner, architect or contractor(s) retained for
the project shall attend the meeting where their project will be reviewed and a decision rendered. Failure by
the owner, architect, or contractor to attend such meetings may result in denial of the Application due to
insufficient representation.
CERTIFICATE ISSUANCE
Certificates of Appropriateness will be filed with the Building Department of South Bend and St. Joseph
County. A copy of the Certificate will be emailed directly to the owner and/or contractor(s) listed on the
application.
INSPECTION AUTHORITY
All projects will be inspected during and following execution for compliance with the decision(s) rendered
by the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County.
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Owner acknowledges that while the Historic Preservation Commission only considers Certificates of
Appropriateness for exterior features, under certain circumstances it may be necessary for the Commission
Staff to have access to the interior of the building in order to accurately assess the condition of the exterior
feature and that the lack of access to the interior may prevent the Commission Staff from making a
favorable recommendation.
Any work performed on a historic landmark or in an historic district which does not conform to the
Certificate of Appropriateness certificate shall be immediately halted by the Historic Preservation
Commission and the Building Department of South Bend and St. Joseph County. Fines may be levied for
projects not in compliance.
I read and understand the information
above:Yes, Continue
Date Monday, August 24, 2026
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Proper ty Information
Property Address for Proposed Work:605 Portage Ave
Property City South Bend
Property Zip Code 46616
Property Owner Information:FIRE Inc
Owner Email
Proposed Work and Project Information
All projects must comply with applicable building and zoning codes.
South Bend Zoning Ordinance St. Joseph County Zoning Ordinance
Contractor Information I-Fix-Bricks Masonry Repair-Front Steps Area Imrick Kuric
Contractor Phone Number (574) 312-0585
Contractor Email rickkuric1911@gmail.com
Description of Proposed Work:
Description
Front steps have slumped down due to deterioration of the support under
the steps over time.
Front steps to be lifted as needed and new support laid up/poured under steps to
stabilize them. Step seams to be sealed with appropriate caulk/sealant along seams to
prevent water intrusion/damage to new support.
Equipment to be brought to site to lift stair sections. Panels to be used to cover path
to emplace equipment.
Tuckpointing to be done around step area where mortar has broken away.
Tuckpointing to be done around side pillars of back step area as well to stabilize them.
Effected areas to be covered up while work is performed.
Good cleanup after job is completed.
Labor Total: $2,850.00
Materials/Rentals used
Concrete, masonry support materials
Lifting equipment
Mortar, sealant/caulk
Tarps, covers
Tool allotment
Gas allotment
Specification of Material via
Manufacture Brochure:PDF Families First Cen….pdf
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File Upload
Site Plans, Aerial Views, and/or Blueprints: One (1) set shall be submitted with the Application.
Uploaded documentation must show existing property lines, buildings, structures, and proposed project
location(s). Hand Drawn Plans/Elevations are ok
Photographs to include: each area affected by project, close up detail of project areas.
Windows, Siding, and/or Door projects must include photographs of each window/door/siding affected
by the project and detailed close up of condition
Applications will not be processed if the required photographs and/or documentation are not
included.
Any documentation submitted to this office cannot be returned to the applicant.
Quote/Evaluation(s) by Repair Professional (Optional):
PDF Families First Center_Georgina Hor….pdf
Photographs:
965.78 KB 969.8 KB
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1.15 MB 1006.21 KB
Payment
Invoice ID # INV-000276
Payment Method Pay via Card or PayPal
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I-Fix-Bricks
For: Families First Center (Georgina Horton)Construction Bid
Job Name: Masonry Repair-Front Steps Area
Work to be Performed at: 605 Portage Ave, 415 Navarre South Bend Matthew 13:44
Phone: 574-900-1097
(owner) I-Fix-Bricks LLC Veteran Owned
I-Fix-Bricks LLC Business Location: Fully Insured
PO Box 351 521 E Lincoln Ave. Suite L , Goshen, IN 46528 Quality Workmanship
Cromwell IN Phone: 574-312-0585 Thank you for your business!
46732 Email: ifixbricks2@gmail.com
Description Amount
Front steps have slumped down due to deterioration of the support under
the steps over time.
Front steps to be lifted as needed and new support laid up/poured under steps to
stabilize them. Step seams to be sealed with appropriate caulk/sealant along seams to
prevent water intrusion/damage to new support.
Equipment to be brought to site to lift stair sections. Panels to be used to cover path
to emplace equipment.
Tuckpointing to be done around step area where mortar has broken away.
Tuckpointing to be done around side pillars of back step area as well to stabilize them.
Effected areas to be covered up while work is performed.
Good cleanup after job is completed.
Labor Total: $2,850.00
Materials/Rentals used
Concrete, masonry support materials
Lifting equipment
Mortar, sealant/caulk
Tarps, covers
Tool allotment
Gas allotment
Materials Total: $1,350.67
Invoice Total: $4,200.67
Deposit Received
Amount due upon completion $4,200.67
*During a repair project there may be additional work required due to unforeseen conditions, details not noticed at the onset of said project or change orders
initiated by the customer. Any and all additional work encountered or initiated will only be performed once scope and price are agreed upon by the customer
and I-Fix-Bricks LLC * Upon completion of work to be performed, payment is to be given directly to Imrich Kuric or through USPS/online payment options (Square,
Venmo, Cashapp, PayPal) * Make all payments out to I-Fix-Bricks LLC * Customers using credit card for payment will pay any related processing fees (≥3.5% of
transaction) * Failure to pay invoice in a timely manner may incur penalty fees from 15%-25% daily * All county/city permits to be obtained by general
contractor/customer prior to work being performed * I-Fix-Bricks LLC is not liable to pay for any materials ordered prior to this agreement
* Work Guaranteed against faulty workmanship, 'Acts of God' not included*
Thank you for your business!