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Whenever possible, the original shape and materials of the roof shall be restored. Particular effort should be made to retain materials such as <br />slate, tile, and other unique materials not commonly found in new construction. Roof covering which is deteriorated beyond repair should be <br />replaced with new material that matches as closely as possible the original in composition, size, shape, color and texture. Gutters and <br />downspouts are often a necessary adjunct in order to prevent deterioration of the structure; they should be maintained whenever possible or <br />replaced with a style comparable and suitable to the architectural period. <br />Prohibited <br />Nothing shall be done to change the essential character of the roof as viewed from the thoroughfare by adding architectural features or large <br />unsightly fixtures, or by using materials inappropriate to the style of the house. The roof shall not be stripped of architectural features <br />important to its character. <br />Not Recommended <br />Overhanging eaves, soffits, brackets and gables should not be covered or enclosed when adding metal or vinyl siding to a building. <br /> <br />C. WINDOWS AND DOORS <br />Window and door frames are of wood or steel (some casements) or in the case of brick structures, stone sills and brick lintels. Where metal <br />or vinyl siding has been applied, window trim has been covered. Storm windows are of wood and aluminum. <br />Required <br />Original windows and doors shall be retained including sashes, lintels, sills, shutters, decorative glass, pediments, hoods, and hardware. <br />When deteriorated beyond repair, they shall be replaced with units and trim resembling the original <br />Recommended <br />Wood frame storm windows and doors painted to match the original should not be used but should not damage existing frames. If new <br />sashes or doors are installed, the existing or original materials, design, and hardware should be used. When metal storm doors are used they <br />should be painted, anodized or coated to match the existing. When awnings are used they should be of canvas material. <br />Prohibited <br />Original doors, windows, and hardware shall not be discarded when they can be restored and used in place. New window and door openings <br />which would alter the scale and proportion of the building shall not be introduced. Inappropriate new windows and door features such as <br />aluminum insulating glass combinations that require removal of the original windows and doors shall not be installed. <br />Not Recommended <br />Awnings, hoods, and fake shutters made of metal, vinyl, or fiberglass should not be used if they would detract from the existing character or <br />appearance of the building <br /> <br /> SITE VISIT REPORT: <br />N/A <br /> <br />STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of both application items. <br /> <br />Prepared by <br />Adam Toering, Historic Preservation Administrator