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B. Local Historic Landmark 1. 514 East Indiana Avenue -- Second Reading Mr. Holycross submitted a staff report and briefly reiterated his recommendations for the proposal: the Samuel Studebaker House_was_judged-to_be-architectural-1-yand-hisforica-1-1-3" significant on the Survey; it was designed by notable South Bend architect Walter W. Schneider and remains as a good example of a transitional, turn -of -the -century style of architecture. He further stated that the structure fulfills the criteria necessary for designation and that the HPC had the support and permission of the property owner but the structure did not presently meet HPC Minimum Maintenance Standards -- in effect the owner would be in violation of those standards. He recommended that the HPC provisionally recommend for designation with the stipulation hat formal recommendation to the Common Council would be granted if the owner adequately addresses the maintenance problems listed in the staff report. The owner has stated that she can not afford to restore the structure and was concerned that designation would not cost her additional expense. The Studebaker Automobile Club has shown some interest in the structure, perhaps the HPC could request that organization to help the owner finance rehab costs. Mr. Herendeen stated that he was concerned about recommending designation of a structure with.maintenance problems. Mr. Eide asked if the HPC accepted the condition of a structure as it was when so designated. Ms. DeRose explained that the HPC did not necessarily accept deteriorated portions of designated structures; the maintenance problems would still need to be addressed. Mr. Eide asked whether the owner was aware of the Maintenance requirements. Mr. Holycross answered that she had told him of her monetary problem and stated that she could not take on additional expense due to historic designation. Mrs. Sporleder asked for a description of the neighborhood. Mr. Holycross provide her with a description. Mrs. Sporleder asked who was responsible for the designation move and the intended goals of this the designation proposal. Mr. Holycross stated that he believed Mr. Oxian had suggested the designation in order to protect a historically significant structure; the owner had given Mr. Oxian her approval. Mr. Welsheimer moved to table the matter until the October, 1992 HPC meeting. Mr. Herendeen seconded the motion. Further discussion ensued as to the possible reasons for the 4