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around one slightly large pane over one. A side dormer has a fixed window with 18 divisions. A poured cement retaining wall faces the street. ALTERATIONS: COA 2005-0825 called for the removal of 8" aluminum siding to be resided with double 4" vinyl siding resembling clapboard, but permit was revoked in November of same year as the exposed original siding was determined to be in better condition than originally reported. COA 2007-0529 called for the installation of vinyl siding to the body of the house but retained, repaired, and repainted the trim around the windows, as well as the gables and fascia. COA 2007-0627 replaced the north side door with a steel security door and a new screen door in the existing frame. COA 2012-0612A installed a solid vinyl privacy fence around the perimeter of the back yard from the rear set back along the property lines. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Replace old windows." DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant seeks retroactive approval for the installation of nine Triple Pane — Ecoshift "Panorama Series Windows". Seven windows are double hung and two are 2 -lite. Window distribution as follows: one -2 lite (517/8" x 69") and two double hung (29 %" x 69") in the living room, one 2 -lite (517/8" x 61 1/8") and two double hung (29 7/8" x 61 1/8") in the main bedroom, and two double hung (29 %" x 61 1/8") and another double hung (27 %2" x 53") in the second bedroom. Some of the original windows were retained by the property owner following their removal from the structure, and may be able to be restored. PRESERVATION SPECIALIST REPORT: On Monday, December 18, 2017 at approximately 1:30 pm I was driving south on Carroll St. and noticed a truck and trailer for Michiana's Best Choice Windows parked in front of 517 Carroll St. I pulled over and saw new vinyl windows installed at the house. I drove through the neighborhood with Deputy Director Toering on December 12 and the original windows were still in place at the at time. I introduced myself to the gentlemen that were there and met Rob Koon from Midwest and got his card. I explained to him that this was a property located in a designated local historic district. He told me that he had done previous work in the River Bend LHD and was familiar with HPC. He explained that the owner was responsible for getting COAs and permits as stated in their contract. He still had some of the original windows in the trailer which he allowed me to photograph. He did state that he certainly was not trying to hide as the trailer had been parked at the location since the previous week. (December 13) He also stated that the owner will be looking to replace additional windows in the near future. The owner came into the HPC office on December 19, 2017 to complete his application. I was able to accompany him to the property and take interior and exterior photographs of both the remaining original and new windows. I did find that most of the windows were structurally sound, but after years of multiple layers of paint and tubes of caulking, the performance and fit of the sashes is failing. I did not find a single pair of sashes that either lined up nor were air -tight. The top sashes are painted shut but have slipped down '/4 to '/2 inch, the previous owner then added caulk as a means to reduce air infiltration. Most of the windows are missing sash ropes and are thus in -operable. I also noticed that caulk was used in lieu of glazing for several windows on the exterior of the panes. Steve Szaday, Historic Preservation Inspector STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Taylor's Field Local Historic District Guidelines The Guidelines selected by the Taylor's Field Local Historic District are: (b2) Rehabilitation Maintaining the existing character of the District, and whenever possible returning it to its original condition. Any rehabilitation would not require the removal of all non -original materials but would encourage the removal of all such materials which are incompatible with the defined elements of preservation for the District. The design of new construction or alteration would not require the duplication of the original design and construction, but should be compatible with the existing structures and the District's defined elements of preservation. The use of original materials or construction techniques would be encouraged, but contemporary methods and materials would be acceptable when compatible. II. EXISTING STRUCTURES C. WINDOWS AND DOORS Windows and door frames are in most cases wood. Brick structures have stone sills and brick lintels. In some cases where additional siding has been applied window trim has been covered. Many structures in the district have aluminum storm windows. Some houses retain wood framed 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 frame storm windows and doors painted to match the original should be used but should not damage existing frames and should be removable. If new sashes or doors are installed, the existing or original materials, design and hardware should be used. 2