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2012-1219 approved removal of two chimneys due to deterioration; chimneys to be reconstructed at a later date as part of a roofing project (materials stored on site). COA 2014-0401 approved a re -roof of the carriage house; repair of gutters and downspouts; removal of scrub trees on property and one maple in tree lawn to restore original is landscaping; removal of non-contributing/non-original picture windows and replace with wood replicating garage door pattern until permanent solution found. RME 2014-0917 approved a complete tear -off and re -roof of the Carriage House with Highland Slate Designer Shingles. RME 2016-0318A approved re-tuckpointing of exterior; rebuilding of east and west chimneys (re -added 10 courses); removed and replaced asphalt shingles to match carriage house; replace/replicate downspouts, gutters, and copper flashing; remove, repair, and paint all windows. COA 2017-0905D approved the general scope of work including: major landscaping/site work, masonry and floor repair, accessibility, and carriage house under the condition that all final material and specifications will need to come before the HPC. APPLICATION ITEMS: "Repair and repaint trim and stucco of garage, rehabilitate garage double hung sash, new copper gutters and downspouts on garage. Rebuild site by removing all existing concrete and landscaping, regrading and completing new entrance, parking area and landscaping. See attached plans." "Garage Work on exterior as described on Sheet A2.0 attached. Alternate to install copper gutters and downspouts is proposed in lieu of painted galvanized. Work to include repair of damaged trim and stucco in kind, repainting and stripping and staining of wood trim, rehabilitation of existing double hung sash, removal of aluminum and wood storms and associated metal screens, installation of new wood storms. Install new single lite, paneled wood service entrance door to match original that was removed. See photo. Site Remove all existing concrete, landscaping and lawns. Regrade site and install new entrance drive and parking lot area in concrete excepting drive from W. Washington sidewalk through Port Cochere to parking area which will be constructed in compacted crushed fine limestone. Install new landscaping. • Specifically: 1. Undertake all work as outlined in C1.0 2. Undertake work as outlined in C1.1 except handicapped ramp and any associated work on porches and house related to handicapped access. Such work will be brought forward at a later time for review and approval. No railings on front, rear or side porch will be undertaken at this time. 3. Grading and draining as outlined on C1.2 4. Site plan completed as outlined on C1.3, "driveway" from W. Washington Street through Port Cochere proposed to be completed in compacted crushed limestone. Approval is also sought to complete edging along drive in heavy gauge metal steel instead of concrete curbing. This drive will not be used for vehicles. Additional detail sheets (C1.3 and CIA) provided for information on proposed draining and drive installation. All necessary variances and zoning have been secured. Details to bring back for consideration at August meeting or assign to staff for review and approval: Plant list for all new trees Detail for trash enclosure Sign" DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT: See "Minutes of a Meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County, September 18, 2017, Public Hearing A, 5 COA 2017-0905D". The general scope of work has already been approved and issued an active COA. The purpose of this public hearing is to review final material and specifications. Additionally, many of the application items are Routine Maintenance Exclusions. SITE VISIT REPORT: n/a • STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES: Local Landmarks Group B: