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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 a 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. Facade 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 facade 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 Glass blocks should not be used. Concrete block should not be used for anything other than foundations STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the enclosed porch as it conforms to the guidelines for the East Wayne District. Catherine Hostetler, Director On a motion by Dave Steinhauer with a second by Lynn Patrick to approve application as written. Vote: 6 - 0 Unanimous. COA #2013 -0314 Approved. 2.548 River I COA #2013 -0325B Edgewater Representation by Douglas Turnock, Owner STAFF REPORT CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Date: - -1 -April 2013 -- Application Number: 2013 -0325B Property Location: 548 River Architectural Style/Date /Architect or Builder: Dutch Colonial Revival/1924/Whitcomb and Keller Property Owner: Doug Turnock Landmark or District Designation: Edgewater Place LHD Rating: Contributing DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE/ SITE: This two storey Dutch Colonial Revival home has a rectangular plan set upon a brick foundation. The exterior walls are wide wood clapboard and the gambrel roof with full shed dormer is covered with asphalt shingles. There is side brick chimney. The front porch is open with square posts. The windows are double hung 6/1. The front door and storm door are modern replacements. ALTERATIONS: Several basement windows have been replaced. The Aluminum storm windows and the roof are replacements. There have been replacements of the sidewalks around the house. Wood decking has been added to the rear yard (COA 2001- 0510)