HomeMy WebLinkAbout1230 East Wayne Street South_AA 2025-0902bSarah Andrews,
President
HISTORIC
PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
OF
SOUTH BEND
AND
ST. JOSEPH
COUNTY
CERTIFICATE
OF
APPROPRIATENESS
The Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St.
Joseph County has approved the following work:
Remove siberian elm tree in backyard that is dying and
overhanging the house and neighbor's garage. Arborcare Inc
determined the tree to be a safety hazard.
HartWood Tree Care Removal , Contractor
for the following location:
1230 WAYNE ST
South Bend, IN, 46615
East Wayne Street
Application No. 2025-0902b
in the County of St. Joseph; State of Indiana; which is:
Located in a Local Historic District
A Local Historic Landmark
and found this application to be appropriate according to the Standards
pertaining to Local Historic Landmarks and/or Local Historic Districts.
Regulations pertaining to the Historic Preservation Commission are
found in Chapter 21 (Zoning), South Bend Municipal Code and Chapter
26 of the St. Joseph County Code.
The issuance of this certificate does NOT in any manner, release
the recipient from the responsibility of complying with the requirements
of the zoning ordinances, building codes, safety codes, ADA or other
requirements of the City of South Bend, the County of St. Joseph, the
State of Indiana, or the United States Federal Government.
This certificate is good for one year from the date of issuance and
is effective from the date entered herein. Plans are on file and open for
public inspection at the office of the Historic Preservation Commission of
South Bend and St. Joseph County, 227 West Jefferson Blvd., Suite 1400
S, South Bend, Indiana, during normal business hours.
THIS CERTIFICATE IS NOT TRANSFERABLE
NAME OF APPLICANT:James Curry
CERTIFICATE ISSUED BY:
Kate Himick
Historic Preservation Specialist
POST IN A CONSPICUOUS PLACE ON THE STREET SIDE
OF THE PROJECT UNTIL COMPLETION OF ALL WORK.
Phone: (574) 235-9371
E-mail: SBSJCHPC@southbendin.gov
ROSS VAN OVERBERGHE
Historic Preservation
Administrator
9/3/2025DATE CERTIFICATE
TAKES FORCE:9/3/2026DATE CERTIFICATE
EXPIRES:
Ord No. 7796-87
East Wayne Street
ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Application for Certificate of
Appropriateness
Important Information Regarding this Request
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AND SITE PLANS
The Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County cannot process an Application
without required documentation. Comprehensive documentation provides a complete understanding of the
project. Problems often occur during a project review or during the execution of the project when the
property owner, staff or commissioners are unclear as to project specifics. Applications will NOT be
processed without required documentation.
Photographs may be submitted in digital format or in photographic print. When a project involves
blueprints and/or site plans, one (1) set shall be submitted with the Application. Any documentation
submitted to this office cannot be returned to the applicant.
APPLICATION FEE
The application processing fee for any Application for a Certificate Of Appropriateness is $20
Payment must accompany the application at the time of submission. For an electronically submitted
application, payment must reach the HPC office within 48 hours following transmission. Payment can be
made by credit card by contacting
Business License Administrator Michelle Adams at (574) 235-5912; by cash in person in the Department of
Community Investment on the 14th floor of the County City Building; or by check made out to City of
South Bend. Applications will NOT be processed without the required fee.
MEETING ATTENDANCE
When an Application has been scheduled for any meeting, the owner, architect or contractor(s) retained for
the project shall attend the meeting where their project will be reviewed and a decision rendered. Failure by
the owner, architect, or contractor to attend such meetings may result in denial of the Application due to
insufficient representation.
CERTIFICATE ISSUANCE
Certificates of Appropriateness will be filed with the Building Department of South Bend and St. Joseph
County. A copy of the Certificate will be emailed directly to the owner and/or contractor(s) listed on the
application.
INSPECTION AUTHORITY
All projects will be inspected during and following execution for compliance with the decision(s) rendered
by the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County.
Owner acknowledges that while the Historic Preservation Commission only considers Certificates of
Appropriateness for exterior features, under certain circumstances it may be necessary for the Commission
Staff to have access to the interior of the building in order to accurately assess the condition of the exterior
feature and that the lack of access to the interior may prevent the Commission Staff from making a
favorable recommendation.
Any work performed on a historic landmark or in an historic district which does not conform to the
Certificate of Appropriateness certificate shall be immediately halted by the Historic Preservation
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Commission and the Building Department of South Bend and St. Joseph County. Fines may be levied for
projects not in compliance.
I read and understand the information
above:Yes, Continue
Date Tuesday, September 2, 2025
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Proper ty Information
Property Address for Proposed Work:1230 Wayne St. S
Property City South Bend
Property Zip Code 46615
Property Owner Information:James Curry
Owner Email
Proposed Work and Project Information
All projects must comply with applicable building and zoning codes.
South Bend Zoning Ordinance St. Joseph County Zoning Ordinance
Does your project involve any of the
following? (Check all that apply):Fences, Landscaping
Contractor Information HartWood Tree Care Tree Removal Nick Simons
Contractor Phone Number (574) 361-0009
Contractor Email Nick@hartwood.biz
Description of Proposed Work:
A siberian elm in our backyard was determined to be dying and needs to be removed for safety reasons. If
not removed, it could fall on our house/garage or our neighbor's garage.
File Upload
Site Plans, Aerial Views, and/or Blueprints: One (1) set shall be submitted with the Application.
Uploaded documentation must show existing property lines, buildings, structures, and proposed project
location(s). Hand Drawn Plans/Elevations are ok
Photographs to include: each area affected by project, close up detail of project areas.
Windows, Siding, and/or Door projects must include photographs of each window/door/siding affected
by the project and detailed close up of condition
Applications will not be processed if the required photographs and/or documentation are not
included.
Any documentation submitted to this office cannot be returned to the applicant.
Project Type - List:Fences, Landscaping
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Site Plan or Aerial View of Proposed
Project Location(s):
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Quote/Evaluation(s) by Repair Professional (Optional):
PDF ArborCare-TreeAssessment.pdf PDF Estimate 05504-E - 1230 East Way….pdf
Photographs:
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Payment
Invoice ID # INV-000184
Payment Method Pay via Card or PayPal
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RECIPIENT:
Jim Curry
1230 Wayne St. S
South Bend, IN 46615
Phone:
Estimate #1982
Sent on Aug 27, 2025
Total $756.00
Product/Service Description Qty.Unit Price Total
Note The Siberian elm located between your house and the
house to the east should be removed for safety
reasons. We will send a referral to KC Tree and Ellis
Hardwoods, as they are more equipped to handle large
removals than we are.
Assessment Regarding the native dogwood on the east side of the
front yard: This tree prefers a shady environment.
Being in full sunlight is a stressor, and this can lead to
other problems. We have a couple of recommendations
to help prolong the tree's life.
Planting another tree in the front yard that will
eventually provide some shade for the dogwood would
be a good idea. You could consider an Autumn Blaze
maple or a little-leafed linden.
Systemic Pesticide 1. Treat for dogwood borers: Annual systemic, basal
pesticide treatment applied in the spring/summer
(priced per treatment)
1 $144.00 $144.00
3-Spray Fungicide Program
- Dogwoods
1a. Annual (every spring) 3-spray fungicide program
for the control of anthracnose
*The price shown is the annual cost.
3 $150.00 $450.00
Fertilization 1b. Biannual (every spring and fall) in-ground
fertilization to help reduce stress and increase overall
vigor (priced per treatment)
1 $162.00 $162.00
Total $756.00
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Reviews
Michael Borkowski Mark Haines rita myers
Very pleased with ArborCare's help
with my trees. Quick, ,knowledgeable,
friendly response for both evaluation
and treatment of the problem. I will
plan to use them for my future needs
and would recommend them without
any reservations.
The staff members/arborist at
Arborcare were very knowledgeable,
professional and explained things in a
way that we could understand. Also,
they came on their scheduled day and
time, a rarity in today’s world, and
never tried to push us into making a
decision on the spot. My wife and I
also like how they focus on saving
trees, when possible, using various
treatments rather than just wanting to
cut everything down. We have two
older maples that need chemical
treatment to improve the overall health
and trimmed for better symmetry and
balance. ...
Punctual and reliable
This Proposal is valid for the next 30 days, after which the values may be subject to change.
Please note that trimming and removal services are generally scheduled chronologically (oldest to newest), except for
emergency work. The timeline may be frequently affected by events out of our control including adverse weather, emergency
work, and equipment or staffing issues. Advance notice will be given by text, email, or phone call.
Treatments will be scheduled according to the timing and frequency specified; a reminder is sent out beforehand either by text,
email, or phone call.
Treatments on an annual, biennial, or triennial schedule are subject to price increases of up to 15% without advance notice due
to climbing inflation rates, increased product pricing, and/or the size of the tree(s).
Spray treatments can leave chemical residue in the area beneath and surrounding the tree(s). If you would like advance notice
to move or cover anything beforehand, please notify our office; Arborcare employees will not be responsible for moving outdoor
items or cleaning up any overspray.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
UNDERGROUND SYSTEMS: Customer bears responsibility for informing Arborcare, Inc. personnel of the location of any
underground systems (i.e. sprinkler, septic, etc.) in the area beneath any trees being serviced, or in the path of equipment. This
may be done by clearly marking the areas or providing a map of the system(s). Arborcare, Inc. is not liable for damage done to
any systems of which we are not informed. DRIVEWAYS/WALKWAYS: Arborcare personnel will make every reasonable effort
to be careful on driveways/walkways to avoid, to the best of their ability, any cracks or breakage from equipment. Neither
Arborcare, Inc. nor its employees will be held financially responsible for any cracks or breakage that may occur. Please note
that if we are not permitted to use a driveway/walkway and this is the only or most efficient way to access a tree(s), we may not
be able to service the tree, or there could be an additional charge. STATED COST: Each service is calculated considering all
services or like-treatments are to be performed at one time. Cost(s) of individual services and like-treatments could be higher if
the customer requests only a portion of the quote to be done. A partially-approved quote may also result in an added trip fee.
Any prices marked as “approximate” indicate the possibility that the price could vary should our personnel determine that
additional labor/equipment charges are warranted for optimum execution of the work. Additionally, changing economic
conditions which are beyond our control may dictate the need for us to include a surcharge for fuel if those costs rise
dramatically between the time the Proposal is done and when the work is completed. CHANGES TO ORIGINAL PROPOSAL:
Any additional services requested by the customer at the time of the original service will be executed only upon agreement with
qualified personnel and will result in an extra charge over and above the agreed-upon Proposal. Likewise, there are instances
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when a job requires more labor or use of equipment not anticipated at the time of the original estimate which may require an
additional charge. This includes (but is not limited to) foreign substances, such as cement or bolts, in tree trunk/stump,
significantly more deadwood in the tree, compromised integrity of the tree. In such a case, we will make every attempt to
contact you. Should we not be able to reach you, your signature on this quote is an authorization for Arborcare, Inc. to complete
the job. QUALITY ASSURANCE: All work is guaranteed to be as specified and will be completed professionally according to
the current tree care industry standards. For your protection, Arborcare, Inc. is fully covered by liability insurance and Worker’s
Compensation. Please note that in any tree there exists an inherent possibility of failure due to structural defects. As Certified
Arborists, we are highly trained but even with our best efforts, the possibility remains of unseen/undetected structural
defects/flaws that could pose a risk in the future. The customer will not hold Arborcare, Inc. or any of its employees liable for
any claims for bodily injury and/or property damage as a result of the failure of any tree after we leave the premises. All
agreements are contingent upon delays above and beyond our control. PAYMENT: Due upon receipt of the invoice; at 30 days
past the due date, a 2% per month service charge will begin accruing monthly based on the current amount due.
COLLECTIONS: The customer agrees to pay all legal, court, and collection fees incurred by Arborcare, Inc., should an invoice
remain unpaid after 90 days.
ISA-CERTIFIED ARBORISTS ON STAFF:
Jim Rudolph #IN-0217A
Sarah Rudolph #IN-3457A
Justin McCloskey #IN-3602A
Signature: _____________________ Date: _____________
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Estimate #05504-E
Client Information
Client:James Curry
Client Address:1230 East Wayne Street South, South Bend, IN, 46615
Client Phone:(
Proposed Work
PRICEDESCRIPTION
$ 5,250.00
$ 650.00
Tree Removal (Non-Taxable)
Siberian Elm, between garages, near Alley
Requires crane on neighbor’s driveway. Jill will confirm that this works for neighbors.
Complete removal of tree(s) to ground level or best possible. Stump removal is not
automatically included with tree removal. Please let us know if you are interested
in pricing for this additional service.
Price includes removal of all wood and brush unless customer requests otherwise.
Stump Grinding (Non-Taxable)
TYPE OF TREE(s): Elm. The edges of the stump closest to Neighbor‘s garage and
poured concrete sidewalk will not be ground complet ely, but we will get as close as
we can without damaging Hardscape and/or machine
SIZE: 60
LOCATION OF STUMP(s): Between garages, near Alley
QUANTITY OF STUMPS: One
ACCESS POINT: Alley
ACCESS POINT WIDTH: 10 feet
-HartWood Tree Care sub-contracts with Noah's Stump Grinding. Noah will contact you for
scheduling. Stump grinding is usually scheduled 1-2 weeks AFTER tree removal is
completed.
-Stump grinding service up to 6 inches below ground.
-Extra grindings will be removed.
-Surface roots in the immediate area, approximately 3' around stump when possible, will be
ground.
-We will contact 811 for all public utility marking.
The proximity of hardscape features, fences, buildings, and/or underground utilities to the
stumps may limit our ability to remove the entire stump. In these cases, we will remove as
much of the stump as possible without causing damage to permanent site features or to the
machine.
You will be responsible for the following:
-Provide dig site access to utility locators.
Certificate of Insurance available upon request.
Acceptance of proposal.The prices, specifications, and termsand conditions are satisfactory andhereby accepted. HartWood Tree Careis authorized to do the work asspecified.
Estimator: Nickolas Simons, ISACertified Arborist, IN-3678A 05504-E, Rev 1 Date: 09/02/2025
Date: ____________Authorized Signature:________________________
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$ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 5,900.00Subtotal:
$ 0.00Tax 0%:
$ 5,900.00Total:
-Contacting non-member utilities.
-Mark private utilities.
LINE DROP (Non-Taxable)
Pole number(s): AEP: J2 60–328
Pole to pole or house:
# of additional houses affected:
Type of disconnect: we just need at least 10 feet of clearance around the primary
powerline on the alley.
Length of outage:
Reconnect plan:
GRAPPLE CRANE (Non-Taxable)
Sub: Lamar
Hours needed: Four
Please be advised, if we need to park the crane on your yard, we recommed shutting off
irrigation for one week ahead of your scheduled service. If the crane wil be removing trees
over your house, we strongly recommend vacating the premises during that time.
Terms and Conditions
It is agreed by and between HartWood Tree Care, LLC and the Customer that the following provisions are made as part of this contract:
Warranty of Ownership: The customer warrants and represents that they are the owner of the real estate where the work contemplated bythis contract will be performed and that the customer’s signature is on behalf of all persons and entities holding an ownership interest inrespect to such real estate. In the event that the contemplated project will occur on the premise of a corporation, LLC or other similar entity,the customer executing this contract represents that they are authorized by the owner of the premises to enter into this contract andcommission this work.
Insurance by Contractor: HartWood Tree Care warrants that it is insured for liability resulting from injury to person(s) or property and thatall employees are covered by Workers’ Compensation as required by law. Certificates of coverage are available upon request.
Cancellation Fee: HartWood Tree Care kindly requests that the authorizing party provide at least 24 hours advance notice of any full orpartial work cancellation. If a crew has been dispatched to the job site and is turned away or cannot access the work site, the customer will beassessed a mobilization fee of $150.00 for incurred expenses.
Mobilization Fee for Small Projects: With the exception of Plant Health Care services, HartWood Tree Care requires a minimum of $300 oftotal charges to mobilize our crew and equipment. If less than $300 of work is approved, a variable mobilization fee will be assessed so that thetotal charge for the project reaches the minimum of $300. For example: Shrub Pruning ($125) + Mobilization Fee ($175) = Total Charge ($300).
Digital Transaction Fee: All digital transactions including credit cards, will be charged with a 2.9% processing fee.
Completion of Contract: HartWood Tree Care agrees to do its best to meet any agreed upon performance dates, but shall not be liable indamages or otherwise for delays because of inclement weather, labor, or any other cause beyond its control; nor shall the customer be relievedof project completion for delays.
Scope of Work: The attached quote for the scope of work is valid for six months.
Tree Ownership: The customer warrants that all trees listed are located on the customer’s property, and, if not, that the authorizing partyhas received full permission from the owner to allow HartWood Tree Care to perform the specified work. Should any tree be mistakenlyidentified as to ownership, the customer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless HartWood Tree Care for any damages or costs incurred fromthe result thereof, including any costs of litigation and attorney’s fees.
Safety: HartWood Tree Care conducts regular safety training and professional development to align arboricultural operations with industrysafety standards. The authorizing party agrees to not enter the work area during arboricultural operations unless authorized by the crew leaderon-site.
Plant Health Care: HartWood Tree Care implements best management practices to diagnose and prescribe proper interventions to achievedesired results. Much like a prescription from a doctor, however, Plant Health Care treatments cannot be guaranteed, and HartWood Tree Careis not responsible for unforeseen or abnormal reactions resulting from the use or application of treatments. When relocating shrubs or trees, wecannot guarantee the longevity or the life of the transplanted item or be responsible for care post-transplanting beyond the instructions givento the customer. Plant Health Care is scheduled independently from tree services, when weather conditions and seasonal requirements aremet.
Stump Removal: Unless specified in the proposal, stump removal is not included in the price quoted. Surface and subsurface roots beyond thestump are not removed unless specified in this proposal.
Concealed Contingencies: Any additional work or equipment required or caused by previously undisclosed or unknown foreign material inthe trunk, the branches, underground, or any other condition not apparent in estimating the work specified, shall be paid for by the customer ona time and material basis. HartWood Tree Care is not responsible for damages to concealed structures including but not limited to undergroundsprinklers, drain lines, water and sewer lines, invisible fences, underground wires, conduit, or cables unless the system(s) are adequately andaccurately mapped by the authorizing party and a copy is presented before or at the time the work is performed.
Change Orders: In the event that additional work or equipment is required to perform work outside the scope of work contemplated by thiscontract, a written change order signed by all parties to this contract will be required before HartWood Tree Care will provide additional work.
Pet Waste Fee: Since animal waste (most commonly from dogs) can contaminate equipment, there will be a $100 fee if employees ofHartWood Tree Care need to clean up animal waste to access the worksite.
Clean-up: Clean-up shall include removing wood, brush, and clippings, and raking of the entire area affected by the specified work, unlessnoted otherwise on this proposal.
Lawn Repair: Ruts, divots, and lawn damage can occur in the course of completing tree work. Additional lawn protection measures and lawnrepairs are not included in the contract price, unless noted otherwise on this proposal.
Damage to Hard Surfaces: HartWood Tree Care and/or its subcontractors assume no liabilities or responsibilities for any cracking, breaking,puncturing, depressing, or any other damage to any driveway, patio or other paved, bricked, stoned, concrete, or asphalted surface which mayresult from trucks and equipment being used to access the job site.
Light Fallen Debris: HartWood Tree Care is not liable for light fallen debris, such as sawdust, small branches or sap on cars, furniture,landscaping or other objects located under or near the vicinity of the tree being worked on. Customer assumes all responsibility for removingsuch objects from the work area.
Dispute Resolution: Both customer and HartWood Tree Care agree to attempt to work out any disputes regarding this contract throughdirect negotiation and/or mediation prior to seeking any other available legal remedy.
Acknowledgement of Hazards: Trees inherently pose a certain degree of hazard and risk from breakage, failure or other causes andconditions. Recommendations are intended to minimize or reduce such hazardous conditions. However, there can be no guarantee that effortsto discover or correct unsafe conditions will prevent future breakage or failure, nor can there be any guarantee that all hazardous conditionshave been detected. The customer should not infer that a tree is safe either because work has been done to reduce risk, or because no workhas been recommended on a specific tree.
Inspection of Tree Support Systems: Customer understands that all tree support systems, such as cabling and bracing devices, as well aslightning protection systems, must be inspected regularly, or after any major weather event, by a qualified arborist, to ensure the system’scondition, position and/or grounding integrity. It is the responsibility of the customer to make sure that each system is inspected andmaintained by a qualified arborist.
Terms of Payment: Payment is to be received upon completion of the job and will be considered late after 30 days. Interest shall be added toany balance remaining due and payable 30 days after invoice date at the statutory rate of 0.66% per month (8% per year). Customer furtheragrees to pay reasonable attorney’s fees and all costs of collection if payment in full is not made within 30 days after invoice date. HartWoodTree Care maintains the right to require full payment prior to commencement of work.
Customer Insurance: HartWood Tree Care shall not assert any insurance claim on behalf of the customer.
Financing: HartWood Tree Care now offers financing through Wisetack. To prequalify, please click here or call the office at (574) 313.1414.
Deposit: Projects over $4,000 that do not use financing require a 50% deposit before work can be scheduled.
Scheduling Process: For approved estimates, HartWood Tree Care will schedule customer’s service and email the service date for approval.Inclement weather, emergency storm work, and priority service requests are all factors that can delay service. For specific timing needs,please call (574) 313-1414 or email info@hartwood.biz.
Subcontractors: Based on the scope of work, HartWood may subcontract with one or more of the following entities for the use of specializedequipment to ensure that work is completed safely and efficiently: Cut-Rite Tree Service (PO Box 230 Bremen, IN, 46506); Veenstra ClimbingSolutions (64654 County Road 15, Goshen, IN 46526); Noah's Stump Grinding (420 North Beech Road, Osceola, IN 46561); Dogwood Hills TreeFarm (53899 Co Rd 39, Middlebury, IN 46540).
Returned Check Fee: There will be a $25.00 fee charged for all checks returned to our office for non-sufficient funds.
Entire Contract: This contract represents the entire agreement between HartWood Tree Care and the Customer and may only be modified bythe signature of both parties hereto.
PLEASE NOTE THAT DURING PERIODS OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, WE WILL NEED TO SCHEDULE HIGH PRIORITY JOBS FIRST. THIS INCLUDESPROPERTY DAMAGE, BLOCKED PATHWAYS/DRIVEWAYS, DOWNED LIMBS ON POWER LINES ETC...
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