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Home My WebLink About12-14-2006 Historic Preservation Commission IOWA CITY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Thursday, December 14, 2006 City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street Emma J Harvat Hall 6:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Public discussion of anything not on the agenda 3. Items of Consideration Certificate of Appropriateness: 1. 921 Burlington Street 2. 701 E. College Street 3. 17 S. Governor Street 4. 922 E. Washington Street 5. 946 Iowa Avenue 6. 942 Iowa Avenue 7. 911 E. Washington 8. 411 S. Governor Street 9. 414 and 422 Brown Street 4. Other 5. Adjourn Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www. icgov.orgIHPhandbook. Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. ~~t~t:~b~~ed .......1..1/.1.~.ttt!............... ~ Certificate of No Material Effect I:l Certificate of Appropriateness I:l Major review I:l Intermediate review I:l Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) I:l Owner ....J:;YtYl.e.......5k.J9.Y.................................... Phone...3I..l.:tif,9:.:.5E?II.................................... 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Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. Property Information . . [; i.tMl..zu.tz.:~:;:~~:~:..:~. Use of property.........~.............V.&l...S................... Date constructed (if known)............................................................... Historic Designation I:l This property is a local historic landmark OR ~ This property is located in the: I:l Brown Street Historic District I:l College Green Historic District I:l East College Street Historic District I:l Longfellow Historic District )( Summit Street Historic District I:l Woodlawn Historic District I:l Clark Street Conservation District I:l College Hill Conservation District I:l Dearborn Street Conservation District I:l Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District Within the district, this property is classified as: )Q Contributing I:l Noncontributing I:l Nonhistoric Project Type 0( Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new decks, porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) I:l Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) I:l Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch, chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar) I:l Construction of new building I:l Repair or restoration of an existing structure that will not . change its appearance I:l Other ..... ................ ..... ............. ................... .... ..... .......... ............. .... :.~:r;iE11m;9.t..!.....SZY~....II~..:......:mm~CtZ...Ii1$(ftJ..~Q2.................... 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Exterior appearance changes ::~:if..::Z~i~K..:i:..Ii..;;G:::::lI..l..:::Zi?.i;j::::"ii..:~:::::z:;j~s;::::::::CJ..t:ifi)EI;> ....(j??zt!?....1l?f?.?.((41f.C?.I.12.....ZQ...~f2...../..I.2.....t.f)(1/f........I?..6/y&?....!............................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ppdadmlHP Handbook/App.p65 Staff Report December 14, 2006 Historic Review for 921 Burlington Street District: Summit Street Historic District Classification: Contributing The applicant, Jayme Skay, is requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 921 East Burlington Street, which is a contributing property in the Summit Street Historic District. The applicant intends to repair/replace the damaged rake boards, rafter tails and reduce the length of the rake boards as necessary, and re-install the exiting external gutter. The project will also include repairs to a portion of the wood siding on the rear fa<;ade. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.3 Wood 4.5 Siding Staff Comments The house was built in c. 1905 with Craftsman Style. It has a broad heavy front porch with brick piers. The typical features of the Craftsman style-low-pitched front gabled roof with long rafter tails, deep eaves, eave braces, broad rake boards-are generously used on this house. The two gabled dormers, one each on the east and west side, are also adorned with the same features. Except for the rear second floor deck addition and signs of deferred maintenance, the house retains its original character and integrity. The exiting gutters on the house appear to be a later alteration. The damage to the rake boards appears to have occurred due to the lack of maintenance and cleaning of the gutters and downspouts. The guidelines disallow removal of historic wood elements including decorative elements such as the elements found the rafter tails on this house. In staffs opinion, to the extent possible the rake boards should be repaired or replaced with like and the length should not be reduced as this is one of typical features of the Craftsman Style. The guidelines recommend elimination of the moisture problems such as leaky roofs, gutters and downspouts. Maintaining clean gutters and downspouts and periodic monitoring for signs of water damage is necessary to ensure long life of the wood. .". Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at wWw. icgov.orgIHPhandbook. Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. For Staff Use: t I /1 G / ~ Date submitted ............... ..........'1.......................... o Certificate of No Material Effect ~Certificate of Appropriate~ess o Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) o Owner l?oJ3!..N....~.~&!~(fj/~...!Ie(l2te.y... Phone3.l.f~~&1~::~..%5m. 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Application Requirements Attached are the following items: o Site plan o Floor plans o Building elevations ~ Photographs o Product information ~ Other.a.~.~/?{.P7!.()AJ...d?..I!J?.I:?/<,...... If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photographs. If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure, please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de- scribe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. Property Informatio. n r: /. - /J . ~b~-r: Address of p'Jferty..../r;/..!;;::...J...OttcqC:..............:...... .../C!l!.l.f)..{.r...1~.../A.,.................................:............................. Use of property ..........l?g/t:!./flc.......liOIJ'E................ Date constructed (if known) ......../cfjCJ!2,.5...!....................... Historic Designation o This property is a local historic landmark OR o This property is located in the: o Brown Street Historic District urcollege Green Historic District o East College Street Historic District o Longfellow Historic District o Summit Street Historic District o Woodlawn Historic District o Clark Street Conservation District o College Hill Conservation District o Dearborn Street Conservation District o Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District Wi~ the district, this property is classified as: [B'" Contributing o Noncontributing o Nonhistoric Pr9iect Type ill' Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new decks, porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) o Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) o Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch, chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar) o Construction of new building o Repair Or restoration of an existing structure that will not. change its appearance o Other ........:.7':....................................................... .... ....................... 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HandbooklApp.p65 5errt '- '--'" -ArPU~ ~ fr1Jvided -{-r~L ph~jtvfhs VV ~ P1-/bS_ "}::;XC( IJ)fJfr'" ~ Staff Report Historic Review for 701 East College Street District: College Green Historic District Classification: Key-Contributing December 14,2006 The applicants, Robin and Margie Hemley, are requesting approval for an alteration project (partially completed) at 701 East College Street, which is a key-contributing property in the College Green Historic District. The applicants intend to replace an existing roof-top railing for the breezeway between the house and the garage with turned spindle baluster. The applicants intend to use the existing posts, which will be finished with a fmial. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.10 Balustrade and Handrails Staff Comments The brick house was built in 1868 with Gothic Revival style. The house has been associated with prominent Iowa City personalities such as Archibald Y onkin, A. G. Tucker, Hayes Carson, Henry Negus and Lewis Negus. The house has seen many alterations over the years, including a rear addition and removal of the original wrap-around porch, which extended across on west fa<;ade and partially on the north fa<;ade. The large windows on the front fa<;ades may have been installed after replacing, what appear to be the French Doors that opened on to the porch (as seen in a 1925 photograph in the book Nineteenth Century Home Architecture of Iowa City). However, the alterations and additions do not impair the character of the house. According to the assessor's records, the garage was built in 1980. The breezeway may have been built with the garage or may have been added later. The breezeway has a flat, slightly pitched roof. The applicant reports that the existing roof-top railing on this breezeway was damaged in the April tornado and has begun installing a more "ornate and period" railing-with turned spindles and fmials on the posts. In staffs opinion, the proposed railing does not reflect the style of the house. Rather it would create a false sense of historic evolution. Because the breezeway is a much later and a modern addition, it would be appropriate to install a simple, purely functional railing that would be unobtrusive. Staff believes that the option of a metal railing with a thin baluster pattern would be appropriate, as it would essentially disappear in the background. Another option woUld be to use simple square spindle baluster. Although, this rooftop area is currently not being used as a deck or a terrace, the applicant has indicated the possibility of such use. It can be accessed though a door on the south fa<;ade. Therefore, to ensure safety a code compliant railing-min. 36 inches in height and with a child-safe balustrade-is required. The applicant reports that the existing railing is lower than 36 inches in height. If the applicant intends to use the existing posts to build the new railing, the height would not be code compliant. The applicant should either consider the measures to gain the required height or replace the posts. Staff has made the applicant's contractor aware of theses issues and has asked to provide revised plans. Illustration 31 The Younkin-Negus House 701 East College Street:~ Photographed Decembe~ourtesy, Fred W. Kent P~D-Iv 5hDlDlt(f -/be- jrrnf fdAC.h AT Y'!2hcl, ~ Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process. explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook. which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www. icgov.orgIHPhandbook. Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months. the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. ~ ;;:~b~~ed ..1.14...~.VqG................ V" Certificate of ~.~ Material Effect c.P Certificate of Appropriateness a Major review .JJ Intermediate review a Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) a Owner ...6f..~ql1...C.lrA.r.:t........................................ Phone..31.q.::...~.3.L.::..l.S.~.o.................................. Address ....4..l.4.......E...M.~l..k..~.+...$f:,................. email................................................................................................ S "€ a Contractor ...........a..~........................................................ Address .......................... ............. ............................................. ...... Phone... .... .......... ......... ............. ..... ......... ......... ............. ............. ...... email................................................................................................ a Consultant ................................................................................. Address ....... ..... ....................... .... ................................... ................ Phone... .......................... .......... ..... ......... ......... ................ .......... ...... email................................................................................................ Application Requirements o If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or a significant alteration to an existing structure. please submit a site plan. floor plans. building elevations and photographs. If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure, please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de- scribe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. Property Information Address of property ......l...7......s.<......~v.:..tl.o..C......... Use of property....ROOM~n.9.....11Q.~S.:€.................... Date constructed (if known) ............................................................... Historic Designation a This property is a local historic landmark OR a This property is located in the: a Brown Street Historic District a College Green Historic District a East College Street Historic District a Longfellow Historic District a Summit Street Historic District a Woodlawn Historic District a Clark Street Conservation District ~ollege Hill Conservation District a Dearborn Street Conservation District a Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District Within the district, this property is classified as: ~Contributing a Noncontributing a Nonhistoric Project Type a Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new decks. porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) a Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) a Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch. chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar) a Construction of new building J( Repair or restoration of an existing structure that will not. change its appearance a Other.............................................................................................. 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Governor Street District: College Hill Conservation District Classification: Contributing The applicant, Bryan Clark, is requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 17 South Governor Street, which is a contributing property in the College Hill Conservation District. The applicant intends to replace the existing storm-damaged wood double-hung windows with metal- clad wood windows. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.7 Windows Staff Comments The guideliries recommend that the repair of existing windows should be considered before replacing the windows. Staff recognizes that the property under consideration has received little maintenance in recent years and has endured the April tornado. Thus, the windows may have suffered a significant amount of neglect and damage. When repair is determined to be impossible, as in this situation, then the guidelines recommend replacement to match the original in terms of size, proportions, appearance, and material. The guidelines do allow the use of metal-clad wood windows as a substitute. However, from the experience of some of the recent window replacement projects, staff has noticed that the profile of some of the metal-clad windows does not match the traditional window and sash profiles. The so-called 'snap-in sash replacements' increase the window frame and have a comparatively thin rails and style widths. The profile of the proposed windows, as seen in product broch\lre submitted along with the application, appears to be thin as well. The top and bottom rails, and the styles of a traditional window sash are 2 inches wide and the bottom rail is 3-1/2 to 4 inches wide. Staff has made the applicant aware of this concern and suggested using appropriate windows that match the exiting windows. The applicant has also indicated that some of the windows may have to be upgraded for egress purpose, however, has not provided details about the number or location of such windows. Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www. icgov.orgIHPhandbook. Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. 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Application Requirements Attached are the following items: o Site plan o Floor plans o Building elevations ~ Photographs o Product information 1:1 Other ................................................................... ........... If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photographs. If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure, please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de- scribe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. Property Information Address of property ....4..?:.Z:.....i...~.....W.c;...s.h,.!O-JtaJf.L.S. t .............................................................................,...................................... Use of property... ...c.f),.tl..tr1!.k!-}....l1t!..~.H................................... 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Washington Street District: College Hill Conservation District Classification: Contributing The applicant, 633 Partners, is requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 922 East Washington Street, which is a contributing property in the College Hill Conservation District. The applicant is proposing to rebuild the front porch on this house. The front porch was significantly damaged in the April tornado and was subsequently demolished. As seen in a 1995 photograph, the original porch appears to have been built with tapered Ionic Columns. The applicant is seeking approval for using square columns. The applicant is proposing to rebuild a railing to match that existed prior to the storm. The applicant is also seeking approval for the demolition of a garage on the property. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.9 Porches 4.10 Balustrades and Handrails 7.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Demolitions Staff Comments This house was built in c. 1900 with Late 19th & Early 20th Century style. The basic form, size and fenestration of this house resembles to a large Four Square house. The house was adorned with Classical details which can be seen on the bay windows, on the wide frieze, and on the full front porch with Ionic Columns. Staff recommends that the porch should be built to match the original, with round tapered Ionic Columns. Using square columns would significantly change the appearance of the porch. The reason reported for using square columns is that the round columns would be expensive. In lieu of round wood columns there are columns on the market that are made of substitute materials, such as fiberglass, that have the appearance of wood when painted. Staff recommends that a detailed specification for the column design complete with dimensions should be submitted along with a detailed plan for the entire porch. The Commission may consider a conditional approval of the project, with the details to be approved by the Chair of the Commission and/ or staff. The porch deck height is not more than 18 inches the above grade, which would not require a railing on the porch. Traditionally, many of the historic porches were not built with guardrails and looking at the height of the porch deck, and style of the railing that existed before the storm, staff believes that railing was a later addition. Therefore, in staff's opinion, a simple railing with a minimum height would be appropriate, if at all necessary. The garage on the property was built in 1920. It measures 10 feet in width and 18 feet in length. It is a typical twenties outbuilding. It has been built with a front gable open-rafter roof, shiplap siding and barn-sash windows on the east and the fa<;:ades. The garage has carriage-house style doors. It appears to have sustained damage from flying debris during the tornado. The ridge plate has been damaged and a rafter on the north end is missing. The overall structure appears to be safe and it may be possible to repair it. This is one of the few remaining outbuildings of its kind in this part of the neighborhood. In many instances, such outbuildings act as buffers between buildings. Staff recommends that, if feasible, repairing the garage should be considered. J ,A."...J."I...,.,' '-. :ii: 'I " I!ItI f.r ' J \ , - ~ --l Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www. icgov.org/HPhandbook. Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. For Staff Us~: II/' d- Y ---0 <;, Date submitted ....................................................... CJ.JJ Certificate of No Material Effect ~,J;} Certificate of Appropriateness o Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) o Owner .........~...~................................. Phone....................3.SY::?g.J:...~......q...................... 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Phone ............ ....................... ....................... ....................... ............. ......................................................................................................... email................................................................................................ Application Requirements Attached are the following items: o Site plan o Floor plans o Building elevations o Photographs o Product information o Other.............................................................................. If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photographs. If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure, please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de- scribe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. 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Historic Designation o This property is a local historic landmark OR o This property is located in the: o Brown Street Historic District o College Green Historic District o East College Street Historic District o Longfellow Historic District o Summit Street Historic District o Woodlawn Historic District o Clark Street Conservation District o College Hill Conservation District o Dearborn Street Conservation District o Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District Within the district, this property is classified as: o Contributing o Noncontributing o Nonhistoric Project Type o Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new decks, porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) o Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) o Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch, chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar) o Construction of new building o Repair or restoration of an existing structure that will not. change its appearance o Other .............................................................................................. 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The applicant is seeking approval for using a substitute material-AC Plywood-for the wide corner boards on the house. The applicant is also seeking approval for replacing an existing wood, half-light panel door (south fa<;:ade, on the second floor) with a metal-insulated half-light panel door and installing a similar door for the basement entry on the east fa<;:ade. The half-light on this door however is a double-hung window with a screen on the exterior. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.5 Siding 4.7 Windows 4.8 Doors Staff Comments In a previous meeting, the Commission approved the removal of the existing Insulbrick siding and either restoring the wood underneath or, if significantly damaged, replacement of the wood siding with new wood or fiber cement board siding. After removing the existing Insulbrick siding the applicant has discovered elaborate trim work on the corners of the house. The applicant is now seeking approval for using material called AC plywood for recreating the trim. Although, made with wood, AC plywood may not be an exterior-grade material and therefore may not last long. One of the manufacturer's states" AC grade plywoods have one finished face usually Douglas Fir made with exterior glue and is available in %", 3/8", Yz, 5/8" and %" pieces." The applicant has been asked to submit a sample of the material and provide details on how the corner trim will be built. The original trim on the house was approximately 9-1 /2 inches wide, with a recessed inset panel. The trim was finished with a set of crown molds at the top, essentially creating the appearance of a pilaster on the corners. Please refer to the photographs attached with report. The applicant is also seeking approval for installing two exterior new doors, which are half-light metal panel (vertical panels) doors. The existing door is a wood door with panels arranged horizontally. .-, .........- " HOUSES FOR RENT = ~.:: ;;;c~ WwW.~UKhOuSeS.cnni Product Information & Installation Instructions Page 1 of 1 Product Information & Installation Instructions AC Sanded Plywood Description AC Sanded Plywood is a structural wood panel composed of an A-grade face, C-grade back, and C-grade inner plies cross-banded for strength. The face is fully repaired and sanded smooth. (Wood and/or synthetic repairs are allowed and limited to a maximum # of 18 total repairs.) It is designated as Exterior durability indicating it is bonded with an exterior resin and is designed for applications subject to permanent exposure to weather or moisture. It is a Group I species, which indicates it is classed among the strongest and sti ffest. Certification 114", 11/32", 15/32", 19/32", and 23/32" panels are certified by APA - The Engineered Wood Association -and are in compliance with APA Performance Rated Panels, PS 1-95. An APA stamp confirming compliance appears on each panel. It also meets PS 1-95 requirements for Underlayment. Fire Rating Plywood 3/8" and thicker has been generically recognized as having a Class C (III) flame-spread rating without need for test or label according to HUD/FHA Manual of Acceptable Practices, Section 405-8 to the Minimum Property Standards, Interpretive Bulletin C- 1-76 to the HUD Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards. Applications Sanded plywood finds numerous uses in both residential and nonresidential construction, and for both new construction and remodeling projects. Typical construction applications include soffits, stair treads and risers, cabinets and built-ins, shelving, paneling, and accent panels. AC Sanded Plywood panels are ideally suited for high-moisture applications where the appearance or smoothness of only one side is important. Targeted Size and Thickness Minimum # of Plies 48" x 96", Y4", 150 pcs./bundles 3 48" x 96", 11/32", 105 pcs./bundles 3 48" x 96", 15/32", 84 pcs./bundles 4 48" x 96", 19/32", 66 pcs./bundles 5 48" x 96", 23/32", 55 pcs./bundles 5 Storage When possible, store panels under roof or in a protected area, especially if they won't be installed soon after receipt. If panels must be stored outside, stack them on a level platform supported by at least three 4x4s to keep them off the ground. Cover the stack loosely with non-transparent plastic sheets or tarps. Anchor the covering at the top of the stack, but keep it open and away from the sides and bottom to assure good ventilation. Handling Protect the edges and ends of panels from damage. When receiving panels that will be moved by forklift, place panels on pallets or bunks to avoid damage from fork tines. Panels being transported on open truck beds should be fully covered. Fastening Nails can be placed near panel edges without splitting the panel. Panels can be attached to steel or aluminum with mechanical fasteners using self-drilling, self-tapping screws, or hardened helically treaded nails. Workability AC sanded plywood can be cut, drilled, routed, jointed, glued, fastened and finished with ordinary tools and basic skill. Panel Spacing Plywood, like all wood products, will expand and shrink slightly with changes in moisture content. To assure best performance for all applications, panel joints (ends and edges) should be spaced 1/8" unless otherwise recommended by the manufacturer. A 10d box nail may be used to gauge the spacing between panels. 1m portant Notice to Buyers and Users of Martco Plywood: These instructions are not intended to cover every installation requirement, detail, or variation, nor do they provide for every possible installation contingency. If any questions or problems arise concerning the installation of this product or its suitability for the purchaser's particular use, inquiries should be made to Martco. The information about products and application instructions printed herein is current at the time of publication; however, in accordance with Martco's policy of constant product improvement, the right is reserved to vary these application instructions and product specifications without notice. When placing your order, ask for the most recent product information. Decimal Thickness .250 .344 .469 .594 .719 Max. .266 .359 .484 .609 .699 Min. .233 .326 .450 .575 .734 http://www.martco.com/PlyProducts/AC%20Sanded%20Plywood.htm c Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www. icgov.orgIHPhandbook. Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. ~~t~t~~b~~ed ;....L!.. /..~q:rg.............. o Certificate of No ~~terial Effect 'vf1" Certificate of Appropriateness o Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) o Owne'.~.~............m Phone...................~.~.:.70.~.~........,........................... Address .............1.&l.I.....~..~.. email.............................,........~................... o Contractor .~............................................................ 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If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photographs. If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure, please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de- scribe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. Property Information Address of property .............:r.qaz~..~........... ....................................................... n":::::::'::' '11......................................... Use of property........................l~..................................... Date constructed (if known) ............................................................... Historic Designation o This property is a local historic landmark ~h: p~operty is located in the: o Brown Street Historic District o College Green Historic District o East College Street Historic District o Longfellow Historic District o Summit Street Historic District o Woodlawn Historic District o J2!ark Street Conservation District \..d' College Hill Conservation District o Dearborn Street Conservation District o Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District W~ the district, this property is classified as: v:1" C~ntributing o Noncontributing o Nonhistoric Project Type ~Iteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new decks, ~orch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) o Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) o Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch, chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar) o Construction of new building o Repair or restoration of an existing structure that will not. change its appearance o Other...~~.l~..~.......................................... - .~ - Project des~r.iption ~ dV 3 II ~i,L.. \.. . aI II \ ..............................lI......~... . .....&Y,.li..~.JJ.M<~......;!k.,.J....~....... .......~.~.m..I~... 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Exterior appearance changes :::::::::~:~::~~::~::~:~:::~:~:~ ::::.:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::~)::::::::::~:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ppdadm/HP HandbookJApp.p65 Staff Report Historic Review for 942 Iowa Avenue District: College Hill Conservation District Classification: Contributing December 14, 2006 The applicant, Jim Buxton, is requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 942 Iowa Avenue, which is a contributing property in the College Hill Conservation District. The applicant is seeking approval for installing new railings on two existing porches on the house. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.10 Balustrade and Handrails Staff Comments The applicant intends to replace an existing railing on the north-west porch and he front porch. Currently the exiting railing on the north-west porch is made of a solid wood panel. The proposed railing will be 36 inches in height and will be built with square spindles and a 2"x4" handrail. The railing on the front porch will be similar but will be 6 inches shorter. Looking at the porch deck height and design of the porch, staff believes that a railing may not have been built on the front porch. The applicant has not submitted any photographs of the house or sketches of the proposed railing. Staff has asked the applicant to submit the details. l '-r '~., f, . T 942 Iowa Ave - April 20lJ.?-.- 942 Iowa Ave - May 20(J& Application for Historic Re'lTeW Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www. icgov.orgIHPhandbook. Meeting schedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) o Owner dl.1i.z.?if.E..v.::!........ie.aJclf~:!.!:..~ Phone .....c;,..:J....I.. :::./..1../.. .~................ ................... ......... 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Application Requirements Attached are the following items: CJ Site plan o Floor plans o Building elevations / 0 Photographs " . 0 Product information o Other .............................................................................. If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photographs. If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure, please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de- scribe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. ~:t:t~b~~ed ......1..J !.:?p/...t!..~........ ~Certificate of NO. ~~terial Effect ~ Certificate of Appropriateness o Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Property Information Address of property ...9/!.......E...k:!...t),J.h,/~..ll.ty,.. ...............................................(:..~.........::;.:.............................::.;;?.'Z Use of property ...R..f?.J..:.....:~.'::!......~.1..L... .....g.~........ .............. Date constructed (if known) .....0..(1d.l()::::!..~.~:-:::::............. Historic Designation o This property is a local historic landmark OR o This property is located in the: o Brown Street Historic District o College Green Historic District o East College Street Historic District o Longfellow Historic District o Summit Street Historic District o Woodlawn Historic District o Clark Street Conservation District ~ollege Hill Conservation District o Dearborn Street Conservation District o Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District Within the district, this property is classified as: ~ntributing o Noncontributing o Nonhistoric Proje Type Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations. new decks, porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) o Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) o Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch, chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar) o Construction of new building o Repair or restoration of an existing structure that will not. change its appearance o Other .............................................................................................. 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Washington Street District: College Hill Conservation District Classification: Contributing The applicant, Mathew Roffman, is requesting approval for an alteration project carried out without prior permit at 911 East Washington Street, which is a contributing property in the College Hill Conservation District. The applicant has replaced a double-hung bathroom window on the southeast corner of the building with a casement window and filled in the gaps with plain unpainted plywood board. The applicant reports that the new window is a metal-clad wood window. the applicant has not provided photographs or product information. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.7 Windows Staff Comments According to the assessor's records, the house was built in c. 1900. The window in question is on the east fa<;ade (second floor) of an existing two-story addition. Considering the size and proportions of the fenestration on the addition, and the narrow lap siding used the addition appears to have been built more than 50 years ago. The applicant writes in the application that the new window is "similar [in] size" and has a "simulated division bar". As seen in the picture (attached) the new window that was installed is smaller than the original window opening. When replacements are necessary, the guidelines recommend that the new windows match the type, size, sash width, trim, use of divided-lights and overall appearance of the historic windows. Because this 'simulated division bar' or meeting rail is behind the glass panes, the new window does not appear as a double-hung window. As recommended in the guidelines the simulated appearance should be created on both sides on the glass. Matching the window trim is essential for the appropriate appearance of the window. The guidelines do allow use of the modern windows for egress purpose however, staff believes that the change in the window opening size was unnecessary as it is not impossible to find a casement window, which would fit in the previous window opening and would meet egress requirements. ,- ~ fZ -ep JAte-d Application for Historic Review Attachment A-Bethel A.M.E. Church 1 Owner: Bethel A.M.E. Church, Rev. Orlando R. Dial, Pastor; Melvin O. Shaw, Steward (319) 338-7876; (319) 230-2077; (319) 430-3434 411 S. Governor Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52240 odial5 54 2(a),msn.com; meloshaw!l:v,yahoo.com - - Phone: Address: E-mail: Contractor: Address: Phone: E-mail: Apex Construction Company, Attn: Harvey Miller 4218 Yvette Street, P.O. Box 2297, Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (319) 339-1543 Consultant: Tim Hasdall, Drafter and Designer; OPN Architects, Inc., James Gast, AlA and Bradley Fritz, AlA 1310 Tower Lane NE, Ste D, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402; OPN Architects, 200 Fifth Avenue SE, Suite 201, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401 (319) 533-8303; (319) 363-6018 thad sall ({,i;ho tillai I. com; i ill ei er - gast(iv,opnarc hi tec ts. com; bfritz(~opnarchitects. com Address: Phone: E-mail: Application Requirements Attached are the following items: Site Plan Floor Plan Building Elevations Photographs of Bethel A.M.E. Church and surrounding properties Property Information Address: Property Use: Constructed: 411 S. Governor Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Religious Assembly in RNS-12 Zone 1868 Historic Designation Bethel A.M.E. Church is a national and state historic landmark Bethel A.M.E. is located in the Longfellow Historic District and the Lucas-Governor Conservation District Classification Contributing Project Type /'Ai~e~~~i~f an existing building ~ N~k7 I T A~~{i.+tG~ Application for Historic Review Attachment A-Bethel A.M.E. Church 2 Project Description The members of Bethel A.M.E. Church, 411 S. Governor Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52240, propose to remodel and expand the existing church facility, which has served as a place of religious worship to thousands of members, visitors, and others in the Iowa City-area community since 1868. The existing structure, as shown by the accompanying photographs, has not undergone a substantial renovation in more than 50 years. Further, because of the limited amenities and space of the existing structure, the church lacks adequate space to moderately and comfortably seat more than 50 persons at a single church service, such as regular Sunday worship service and Sunday School. Also, because of the space limitations, efforts to increase participation in services by way of visitor attendance have been forestalled. Moreover, well- intentioned plans to become further involved in Iowa City-area community events have been hampered because of inadequate space and amenities, such as meeting rooms for member- and community-focused religious programming. For the above reasons, and others, the members of Bethel A.M.E. Church have engaged OPN Architects and designer Tim Hasdall to prepare plans for an expanded and remodeled facility that complies as reasonably possible, with the provisions of the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, and Iowa City zoning regulations. The plans as submitted are lot-sensitive and compatible with the existing neighborhood. Further, the historic character of the property is retained and preserved as a place of religious assembly. The current design preserves the overall look and design of the current historic structure and retains to the defining characteristics of the historic structure. For example, the current structure will continue to be used for religious purposes, such as service planning, the conduction of church-related business and other matters. The new addition and exterior alterations do not involve destruction of historic materials but includes replacement of worn materials and structural improvements that currently make up the existing historic structure, such as a shored-up porch, replacement of steps and handrails for safety. A smartly-designed extension will serve to connect the existing and new structures so as to retain the essential form and integrity of the historic property without substantial impact or impairment of the historic structure or its environment. Moreover, the new addition and alterations are compatible with the purpose of the Neighborhood Residential Stabilization Zone (RNS-12) in that the church preserves and encourages the single-family residential character of the Longfellow Historic District and the Lucas-Governor Conservation District. The new addition and alteration are further consistent with the provisions for special exception under Section 14-4B-3. A separate application will be made to the Board of Adjustment seeking the grant of a special exception under Section 14-4B-3. Main Level The plans as submitted call for an expansion of the size of the Main Level to 70 feet from 30 feet. The Main Level will include, for the first time, areas for reception, an office, coats, and a unisex bathroom, as well as an ADA compliant wheelchair lift, and a sanctuary that seats approximately 96 persons. The existing structure accommodates only 50 persons and lacks space and amenities which are commonly found in places of worship. Application for Historic Review Attachment A-Bethel A.M.E. Church 3 Lower Level The plans for the Lower Level call for an expansion of the Lower Level to be consistent with the Main Level. The Lower Level will include for the first time, a mechanical/storage area, areas for a Fellowship Hall for meal services, separate female/male restrooms, and a rear building egress. Materials to be Used The Exterior of the building will include: · Foundation-poured concrete wall with brick veneer-4" concrete interior finished floor; · Building exterior finish-I" x 6" cedar siding with 4" reveal-painted; . Shingles; . Vinyl clad window allowance; and . Finish grade, textured paving, and seed as needed; The Interior of the Main Level will include: . Carpet throughout; . Wood doors/jambs/casinglbase stained; . Drywall textured and painted; . Ledgestone rock at altar; . Glass windows at crying room; . Glass windows at stairwell; . Aluminum front entry door; and . Mechanical and electrical work as required The Interior of the Lower Level will include: . VCT throughout with vinyl base; . Acoustical ceilings; . Wood door and frames; . Wheelchair lift; . Aluminum door at west exit; . TGI floor joist cavity between basement and finish floor insulated for sound; . Kitchen cabinet allowance; . Kitchen appliances (stove, refrigerator); and . Mechanical and electrical system as required. Existing Main Level . Remodeling of existing building as required Exterior Appearance Changes . Replace roof covering east entrance porch and make structural improvements to the same by constructing a gabled roof; remove side panels of porch and replace with handrails flush with east exterior wall; . Replace single east entrance door with double doors; . Add new southeast entrance door at ground level for ADA purposes; . Install crosses as religious symbols near ground level of new southeast entrance; Application for Historic Review Attachment A-Bethel A.M.E. Church 4 Exterior Appearance Changes (cant' d) . Connect existing structure to new structure with 18" entryway; . Construct 12" wall extension at south and north elevations; . Construct new addition with synthetic vinyl siding and install five (5) windows at south and north elevations of new addition; . Provide handicap parking spaces at west portion of lot; and . 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I I' .'r--T- T- T- __.L__~___L.___+-.l_~_L_~ J I !cb I I I i i I ~ --~ I i -- i' i t I I I IITITi' ! J 111111 I iill -t I [ l ! i -----t ~ I : i ~ I --------- II ~ . (--) ( ) ( ~) / \ \ en I ~ ( --~) ~ ~) (I~ ( ~) ( ) (I ) ( ) ( .) ( il ) I ; \ > _.__M) -) \ ~) \. e . \ ( 0) e ~) e ); ") i J i-'\ ~ '\ ( ) e ~~ ( ,,) ( 2) ( J ( -) e ~) e c) . ( ) ( . ) -. ----L . -...- 1'2 I r - --.-. .., ~.~.- Staff Report December 14, 2006 Historic Review for 411 Governor Street District: Governor-Lucas Street Conservation District Classification: Key-Contributing On behalf of the Bethel A.M.E. Church, the applicants, Rev. Dial and Melvin Shaw, are requesting approval for a proposed addition project at 411 South Governor Street, which is a contributing property in the Governor-Lucas Street Conservation District. It is also listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The applicants intend to construct an addition measuring approximately 29 feet x 70 feet at the rear of the existing church. The proposed structure will be approximately 26 feet in height. The applicants also intend to 1) alter the existing front porch by replacing the shed roof with a gable roof, and by removing the existing partial enclosure, 2) construct a steeple on the existing building, and 3) close the existing exterior entryway to the basement and remove the shelter for the entryway. The applicants propose to use brick veneered foundation, vinyl siding, vinyl clad windows for the new addition. In addition to the exterior revisions, the applicants are proposing to divide the original sanctuary into smaller rooms. The Historic Preservation Commission normally does not review interior changes, but this application is also seeking a special exception to waive or reduce parking and setback requirements per section 14-2A-7 Special Provisions B. 1. Historic Preseroation Exceptions of the zoning code. This section states: The Board of Adjustment may grant a special exception to waive or modify any dimensional or site development standards listed in this Article or in Chapter 14-5 or any approval criteria listed in Article 14-4B of this Title that would prevent use or occupancy of a property designated as an Iowa City Landmark or registered on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to the general special exception approval criteria set forth in Article 14-4B, the following approval criteria must be met: a. The modification or waiver will help preserve the historic, aesthetic, or cultural attributes of the property; b. The applicants must obtain a certificate of appropriateness from the Historic Preservation Commission. Therefore, given the historic and cultural significance of the original sanctuary, the Historic Preservation Commission should consider the overall effect of the proposed changes to this historic structure. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: Secretary of Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties Staff Comments The original church was built in the later part of 1860s and according to the Iowa Site Inventory Form it is one of the few remaining structures of its kind in the state of Iowa. It is a modest one story, simple-gabled roof frame structure with little exterior ornamentation. Its size, scale, Page 1 of 4 proportions and fenestration are similar to a domestic structure than that of a religious structure. This was one of the earliest buildings (can be seen on an 1868 Iowa City map) built in this area sometimes mentioned as Charles H. Berryhill's Second Addition to Iowa City. In September 2000, this property was listed on the National Register for Historic Places. The National Register Nomination provides a comprehensive account of the Church, how it has survived over 138 years, and continues to serve its members as a social and religious institution. In 1868, James Howard purchased the land where that church stands today, from Charles Berryhill. After ten years, he sold the southern half of lot to the trustees of the 'First African Methodist Episcopal Church'. Howard founded the was also one of three trustees of the church. It appears that the original lot purchased by Howard was 80 feet wide. A parsonage building, built in 1893 existed behind the church until 1988, and was used as the residence of the pastor. In the early 1920s, the foundation walls of the church were raised to build a basement. The property is located in a residential neighborhood, and is zoned as Neighborhood Stabilization Residential Zone (RNS-12). Religious/Private Group Assembly uses are allowed in RNS-12 only after a special exception approval from the Board of Adjustment (BOA). This is also applicable to the expansion of an existing religious use. Due to the site constraints, it would not be possible meet the setback and parking requirements for the resulting use with the proposed addition. Therefore, as note above, the applicants is seeking approval for a special exception from the BOA as per the special provisions in Zoning Code - Historic Preservation Exceptions (14-2A-7 B). This provision allows for waiver or modification of any dimensional or site developmental standards that would prevent use or occupancy of a property listed on the National Register of Historic Places. One of the special exception approval criteria is obtaining a certificate of appropriateness from the Historic Preservation Commission. Another criterion that must met is that the waiver or modification will help preserve the historic, aesthetic or cultural attributes of the property. Therefore, the Commission is charged with the duty to consider this proposal and find whether the addition would be compatible with the existing historic structure, surrounding properties and the neighborhood, while considering the need to expand the structure. As the Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines do not clearly address rehabilitation of non- residential buildings, the project should be reviewed for compliance with the Secretary of Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The Standards pertain to historic buildings of all materials, construction types, sizes, and occupancy and encompass the exterior and the interior, related landscape features and the building's site and environment as well as attached, adjacent, or related new construction. The applicable standards are: 1. A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. See comments under standard number 2. below. 2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided. In this case to allow for an expanded congregation the proposed changes are not minimal. Although the property itself would be used for its historic purpose the sanctuary would not. Page 2 of 4 The applicants proposes significant changes to the historic sanctuary by dividing into smaller rooms to the extent that the original space would be unrecognizable. If an addition to this building is approved, it would be appropriate to require that the sanctuary be left in tact. It could perhaps be used for reception, meeting and or gathering space without being subdivided into smaller rooms. In Staffs opinion, as discussed in more detail below under standard number 9, the scale and design of the proposed addition would change the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. 3. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings shall not be undertaken. The addition the proposed steeple would be in appropriate according to this standard. 9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation & Illustrated Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings-New Additions published by the National Park Services provide further guidance on this issue. The guidelines encourage exploring all the options for incorporating the new use by altering the non-character-defming interior spaces of the existing structure. Staff recognizes that the applicants would not be able to meet the space needs of a growing congregation in the existing structure. In such instance, the guidelines state that the additions are acceptable if they are designed and built so that the character-defming features of the historic building are not radically changed, obscured, damaged, or destroyed in the process of rehabilitation. Staff believes that the most significant and character-defming feature of this building is its modest Mid-19th Century architecture. Therefore, primary design consideration should address the massing, size, scale issues. The placement of the proposed buildings on site is also an important factor that would affect the existing structure. The guidelines recommend locating the addition at the rear or inconspicuous side of the historic building and limiting its size and scale in relationship to the historic building. The proposed building is at the rear of the existing church however is significantly larger and taller than the existing church. The proposed addition would measure 70 feet in length, 29 feet in width and approximately 26 feet in height. The existing structure measures approximately 30 feet in length, 21 feet in width and 18 feet in height. The structure is located on a lot measuring approximately 40 feet in width and 150 feet in length. It would occupy a much larger percentage of its lot than the existing church or the residential buildings in this neighborhood. The existing building will be connected with the proposed addition with a nominally offset 'breezeway', which would be only 18 inches long (by 12 inches from the north and south building plains). Staff believes that the addition as proposed would overwhelm the historic church. Page 3 of 4 10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. In staffs opinion, the proposed alterations to the original church would take its historic and cultural significance away from the building, as it would be reduced to a subordinate use of the proposed church building. Thus, the historic church would no longer be used for its historic purpose and would be changed such that, although not impossible, it would be difficult to reclaim its integrity. Staff believes that the church building could be expanded on the site in a manner that would honor and maintain the historic character of the church. However, such addition would need to be compatible with the scale and size of the existing structure and should not be overwhelming. An addition that is subordinate in height to the historic structure would more likely achieve the objectives of the Secretary of the Interior Standards. The connection between the exiting and proposed building should be more than a nominal offset. It should clearly separate the old and the new parts. The integrity of the existing sanctuary should be maintained to the extent possible and any future uses should reflect the existence of the sanctuary. Staff believes that the steeple should not be added to the existing building. The applicants is proposing to use vinyl siding and vinyl-clad windows both of which are not allowed per Iowa City guidelines. The revised plans should include use of wood or allowed substitute materials for siding and windows. The applicants should also provide additional information about the front porch - design and materials of the porch columns and railings. From the elevation drawings submitted, it appears that the existing double-hung basement windows will be replaced with smaller windows. The size and proportions of these windows should be compatible with the proportions of the existing fenestration. Staff has expressed these and other concerns to the applicants in pre-application meetings and has requested them to revise the designs to comply with the standards and guidelines. Staff recommends deferral of this application until revised drawings are submitted. If it is not possible for the applicants to design an addition which is compatible with the historic structure, it would be inappropriate to use the Historic Preservation Exception of the Zoning Code to grant reductions in setback and parking requirements for this property. Page 4 of 4 ~ A N [?J ~\ M A- P_ c'DA1"1::/ C) N ~(l It\) "0-~- , ~" (Sketch Map) ^ N - -t..:.=.:..- - -., --- ---'- 'f .- ftl.., ~ t. 1Ji. m t:L11 } ~ x '; 14'iJ' · A E;...Ji!P: ~ Iij . . .. ,. _~ . ":>". J' '1 · " :J '':' ,-" tltltfl (,,",. t. () . J 0~:.' , :; -l't - .- .......-- ..,,-~...---.--. - p. ~ .' d -, I I w · I., · ~ ..\ ~ - ~. 'J . I F~ h I bi:J.:. 1'1 .., .' Pmtograpl"ry FIght Date April 2001 City of Iowa City Mapping ~ scale 1 "=200 Parcel DalaCourtesv 01 Johfwon County Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or proper- ties located in a historic district or conservation district pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 14-4C. Guidelines for the Historic Review process, explanation of the process and regulations can be found in the Iowa City Historic Preservation Handbook, which is available in the PCD office at City Hall or online at www. .:... icgQV,Qfg{HPb_glJs!P.QQI<, f}~-Z -Meetingschedule: The HPC meets the second Thursday of each month. During the summer months, the HPC may also meet on the fourth Thursday. Applications are due in the PCD Office by noon on Monday the week prior to the meeting. ~:t:t:~b~~ed .......l?).~.qJ!:......... . I:l ~ertificate of No.;Mt~erial Effect (:,)i3' C~ficate of Appropriateness ~ Major review I:l Intermediate review I:l Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) J Owner ........tZ1C.~......\JJ..A:(.~~....... Phone.............~..6..\.~:.S..:z.g:..1........\...........D............. 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Application Requirements Attached are the following items: o Site plan I:l Floor plans ?, Building elevations 11 Photographs .'0 Product information .~ Other.....<ZO.fI..F:.......e.L..2oJ............................ If the proposed project entails an addition, a new structure or a significant alteration to an existing structure, please submit a site plan, floor plans. building elevations and photographs. If the proposed project is a minor alteration to a structure, please provide drawings and photographs to sufficiently de- scribe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. Property Information Address of property .........~...l.~T..~..t..~..1"4.:z..'Z../:t..:z.,' B td wfJ Use of property....(S...~:m..s;................................................. Date constructed (if known) .~.\1......e...\.&.6.d.~..:s...::rO e.. l q~O$ Historic Designation I:l This property is a local historic landmark OR I:l Thp property is located in the: IS Brown Street Historic District I:l College Green Historic District I:l East College Street Historic District I:l Longfellow Historic District I:l Summit Street Historic District I:l Woodlawn Historic District I:l Clark Street Conservation District I:l College Hill Conservation District I:l Dearborn Street Conservation District I:l Lucas-Governor Street Conservation District Within the district, this property is classified as: I:l Contributing I:l Noncontributing I:l Nonhistoric Project Type I:l Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new decks, porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) I:l Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) I:l Demolition of a building or portion of a building (ie. porch, chimneys, decorative trim, baluster or similar) I:l Construction of new building I:l Repair or restoration of an existing structure that will not. j change its appearance ~ Other...&.~l7...G.W.~......h:M).....J..~..s~ JJ6 b V frJtl) ~(LS' Project description ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::G:~:::::::~::::::::s;;;:~;';:~::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................................................f................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 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For these flat roofs the suitable roofing systems I have considered were rolled roofing, EPDM membranes, closed cell foam, and standing seam metal. Rolled Roofing. When used in an environment where it is subjected to shade and to debris failing from overhead trees, rolled roofing typically lasts 5 to 6 years. In addition to the many trees at the Vittage, the flat roofs there-alt of which are rolled roofing-are also exposed to mechanical damage from tenants walking on them for sundry reasons. Several of them are leaking- at this time. EPDM Membrane. Beyond the expansion and contractioo resulting from normal cyclical temperature changes, an EPDM system can be undermined by chronic permanent dimensional changes. res.uJting from shrinkage. The need for a complete replacement can occur after less than ten years. Closed Cell Foam. l)sed principally on commercial buildings, closed cell foam systems can also be given a residential application. They share with rolled roofing and EPDM systems a vulnerability to mechanical damage along with unsuitability to cold weather installations. They are not normally warranteed for more than 8 or 10 years. As with EPDM systems, a high degree of contractor expertise is required. Standing Seam Metal. Standing seam metal is impervious to mechanical damage and with a reasonable maintainance program can last for several decades. With the other systems, the need for repair is usuatly signalled by a teak whereas the appearance of rust would provide the early indicator of the need of repair-long before actual- leaking- 00CUfS. I have 00ReIuded that starldiflg seam metal is the best choice because of its longevity and ruggedness. With reference to the numbered roofs on the attached Roof Plan, the foUewing is the schedule of the seventeen roofs in need of repJacement: # 1- A-frame cottage at 426 Brown: replace existing shingles with new. # 2- Porch roof at 418 Brown: replace existing shingles with new. # 3 and # 4- Repaint existing metal roofs at 414 Brown. # 5 through # 10: reroof these flat roofs at 422 Brown with standing seam metal. # 11 through # 16: reroof these flat roofs at 426 Brown with standing seam metal. # 17- Dormer with existing shingles at 422 Brown: in order to minimize the possibility of leaking from the troublesome vaUey at the "bottom" of the dormer, standing seam metal should be specified here in order to insure compatibillty with the adjoining roof. Gy~udrall,: I would like to replace the guardrail protecting the steps leading up to the brick house (414) with a guardrail more appropriate in appearance to the historical house. Theguardraif protecting the window well at the SW corner of 422 is in need of replacement: I would welcome recommendations for both guardrails. ./' ~..J' " ,/ r'-- / ';. .q~,- I ---.--.-. -~- - ~ I 01 -wIRe Fe.l.JGe. ('!VII ) .... . ~ :"' '0 ~ S? ------ ~. /;0' .~#?:L !;! -'- - --!-,Q:.. - - t- ~ - Fou>JD I" PIPe.. 30' i-J, OF ~0l.lE>e. Lll.lt 1(".<1' E OF \-IOt>be.L'" : ~ (~J' I ~ ""2..... WOOO FENce. (f'l'p' ) G, g;.u~/.... PAeKINio " ,j 013' I' ,~' --, (!l~' I ./ '6 of' I,. / 1"l.l~I:!)l'ltll:':>"'/ I , I,. --~ 'Z(;.4 (; ~~;x . , I ". fOUND ," PIPe. (gO' ." ~: ML....__ FoLJND 6"/e' 'RE5AR IIJ ~<<~€ ~ :I e,ROW!-J Sii<e.E.T' ;;:; ;. r' ?iI,~'" -- '," ,...~'.'. 0\',,' , "'!'.~),' . ""."\. '''''','. ", '" ','" n' It " ~;q' ' " "i\"'.~.N'" t\~(;.,l;' ~i.,\ , ' I" \ .'~~ 'iI' ,'J;;. , . y~" .'r'''''''';'' ..... ,'~-t ,.,.1 'fi' / ~ " . ," .:.... ~ l ....... ~ ..... Staff Report December 14, 2006 Historic Review for 414 (and 418) Brown Street District: Brown Street Historic District Classification: Key-Contributing Historic Review for 422 (and 426) Brown Street District: Brown Street Historic District Classification: Contributing The applicant, Richard Wayne, is requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 414 Brown Street and 422 Brown Street. Due to the similar nature of the projects and same ownership, the application has been jointly presented. The house at 414 Brown Street is listed on the National Register for Historic Places and where as the original house at 422 Brown Street is considered a contributing property in the Brown Street HD. The applicant is proposing to install standing seam metal roofs by replacing existing rolled roofing material in some areas and asphalt shingles in other areas. the applicant is also seeking to replace existing handrail for front stairs at 414 Brown Street and the guard rail on the window wells at 422 Brown Street. The applicant has not provided any details of the proposed railings and is seeking recommendations. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.4 Mass and Roofline 4.10 Balustrades and Handrails Staff Comments The brick Italianate house at 414 Brown Street, as it can be seen, today was b.uilt in the 1860s and is known as Berryhill House. Charles Berryhill, a wealthy merchant and speculator, purchased this property in 1864. There is evidence that a smaller structure(s) existed on this property since 1840s, and according to the National Register Nomination Berryhill may have been the builder of the brick Italianate house. From 1878 until the 1930s, it was the residence of the Sweeny family. In the early 1890s, it is believed to have been used as living quarters for University of Iowa President, Charles Schaeffer. The house at 422 Brown Street is a large Four-Square house and shows some stylistic influence of Late 19th and Early 20th Century Revival styles. This house was the residence ofAxmear family though the 1920s and later became the Beye Residence. The original structures on both properties are good examples of the era and style they represent. Subsequent additions, alterations, intense use (as student housing), many incoherent additions, neglect and deferred maintenance have affected both structures. Loss of integrity is more obvious for the Four-Square house. The use of the standing-seam metal roof would, in staffs opinion, be unusual and incompatible for the flat roofs (modern structures), particularly if the metal roofs would resemble the barn roofs. More than often, the standing seam metal roofs available today do not appear as the historic metal roofs. The seam profile for the modern metal roofs is much more profound. As part of the project, the applicant is prosing to re-roof some of the roofs of the historic porches and dormers. Unless, very similar in appearance to the historic standing-seam metal roofs they should not be used for the historic parts of the houses. ~ H~~,t\J AIG 2toc-Of\ 6+~.ek' ~b~i . '. ,'- NoYfhlN vtf1J- . we~}-) -- -.-. "'-,"ll;j;., ...- .-... ----=--..--. -,:---r; .:;. ...- r- 414 ~ BrOlJ)", sf. CN~HP "-10rnAI1;Jf;n). Lo-o KiV\!(( }Jovt-h-~T PhDhJ 1070 , r0~~ ~' . ----~ I A ~b ~ Vcn0t\ cSt ' c - --:.. .. i --1 r - ..;~ I I .r ~Q..2- ~r-6lUh bt. L l ~ 75) C LcmliVO' ~~ f- )