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virtually invisible from the alley (see photographs). A SolarEdge SE 7.6 kW inverter will be installed inside the house." STAFF DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Installation of 20 39" x 77" Mitsubishi 360W solar panels on the southern roof surfaces. According to the attached design schematic, seven panels will be installed on the original roofline, an additional thirteen will be installed on the shed roof (later addition). Additional mechanicals and disconnect box will be installed on the south side of the house. PRESERVATION SPECIALIST REPORT: (Excerpt September 7, 2017) The property is lined with a very tall tree canopy and the southern roof is not visible from the street nor from the rear alley. A garage at the rear of the property blocks most of the view of the rear of the house. STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Chapin Park 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. E. MECHANICAL SERVICES The majority of the structures within the district have oil or gas heat, and have brick chimneys through the roof. Some houses have one or two window air conditioners. Required Required mechanical systems shall be placed in areas that will result in the least possible alteration of the structural integrity and physical appearance of the building. Recommended Solar collectors and TV dishes should be placed in the rear of the property and shielded by shrubbery and landscaping. Window air conditioners and exhaust fans should be installed at the rear or an inconspicuous side window. Original lighting fixtures should be utilized whenever possible. Prohibited Holes shall not be cut through walls or roofs in areas that can be seen from the street to accommodate air conditioners or other mechanical equipment. Not Recommended Exterior electrical and telephone cables should not be attached to the street elevations of the building. 2