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Home My WebLink About08-09-2007 Historic Preservation Commission IOWA CITY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Thursday, August 9, 2007 City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street Emma J. Harvaat Hall 6:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Public discussion of anything not on the agenda 3. Items of Consideration A. Deferred Applications: 1. 525 South Lucas Street 2. 923 Iowa Avenue B. Certificate of Appropriateness: 1. 409 Brown Street 2. 502 Grant Street 3. 1214 Sheridan Avenue 4. 1204 Sheridan Avenue 5. 502-1/2 Clark Street 6. 1131 E. Burlington Street C. Minutes for June 28, 2007 and July 12, 2007 4. Other Discussion of draft Preservation Plan update 5. Adjourn Iowa Cit\ Historic Preservation Commission City HalL 410 h \'\';lslllllgrllll Sued, Illwa City. lA. 52240 MEMORANDUM Date: July 27, 2007 To: Historic Preservation Commission From: Doug Ongie, Planning Intern Re: 525 Lucas Street At the July 12, 2007 Historic Preservation Meeting, questions were raised regarding the property at 525 Lucas Street. The Commission deferred the application until the Commission could fInd out: 1) whether a building permit was applied for, issued, or denied; 2) when and where historic property owner letters were sent; 3) when the Governor-Lucas Street Conservation District was created and if the property owner of 525 Lucas notifIed. Prior to the current application, the Department of Housing and Inspection Services has no record of a building permit being applied for, issued, or denied for 525 Lucas Street. Since 2005, a letter from the Historic Preservation Commission has been periodically sent to property owners in historic and conservation districts as a reminder of the requirements. On August 1,2006, the attached letter was sent to 525 Lucas Street and addressed to Arthur G. Tambourine. An ordinance designating the Governor-Lucas Conservation District as a Conservation Overlay Zone was passed and made effective on May 1, 2001 (see attachment #3). Margaret Ruddy, the previous owner of 525 Lucas Street, was sent the attached letter on December 28, 2000 informing her of a public hearing for the nomination of the Governor-Lucas-Bowery Street Conservation District. Attachments # 1 - Historic Property Owner Letter #2 - Mailing List Excel Sheet #3 - Gov-Luc Ordinance #4 - Public Hearing Letter #5 - Mailing List for Public Hearing Iowa City Historic Preservation CODlmission Cil) lIalL 410 [ Washington Street. lOll a City. Ii\. 52240 August 1, 2006 Dear Historic Property Owner, This is the time of year when many owners are making plans for the spring or summer to improve their property. If you're planning a project that would affect the exterior of your property and also requires a building permit, the Historic Preservation Commission would like to remind you that the historic preservation guidelines must be followed. These guidelines do not prevent you from remodeling your property, constructing additions or garages, replacing windows or making other changes. Rather they are intended to ensure that any changes will not detract from the historic character of your property or neighborhood. The Historic Preservation Commission will review your project for compliance with the historic preservation guidelines. If your project will not change the appearance of any architecturally significant portion of your property, your project may be approved by the Chair of the Commission and City Staff. Projects that typically require historic review include: · window replacement or relocation . siding replacement . porch repair or reconstruction . additions . new outbuildings . demolition of outbuildings . ramps and decks · demolition of significant elements such as brackets, columns, balusters, dormers, chimneys and trim. Common projects that do not require review include: . painting . paint color . storm windows . landscaping . satellite dishes · fences that are less then 6 feet high · reapplication of shingles on single-family dwellings · any aspect involving the interior your home The historic preservation guidelines are published in the Historic Preservation Handbook, which can be found on the web at www.icqov.com or may be purchased from the Planning Department. The Handbook contains additional information about the historic review process and historic preservation. If you have any questions or would like to consult with City Staff or the Commission, please contact Sunil Terdalkar at 356-5243. Sincerely, Tim Wietzel Chair, Historic Preservation Commission ~~~~~~~~~~~~a~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~!~~~~~~ NNNNNNNNNONNNNNNNN~NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~.~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ z-z-Z'Z'Z' C3 C3 C3 C3 C3 ~ C1I C1I C1I C1I C1I i=~~~~~ ;: Z co M 'co ~CO ::c ~ ~ CD N 0 ~ 0. 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WHEREAS, the Iowa City Municipal Code authorizes the Historic Preservation Commission to nominate and the City Council to designate conservation districts, where deemed appropriate, as a means of preserving the neighborhood character of traditional Iowa City neighborhoods, or for preserving areas that exemplify unique or distinctive development patterns; and WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission has studied an area consisting of properties located along S. Governor and S. Lucas Streets, south of Burlington Street, and along Bowery Street between Lucas Street and the Summit Street Historic District, to determine its eligibility for designation as a hIstoric or conservation district, and WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission has determined that said area meets the eligibility criteria for designation as a conservation district, and has prepared a conservation district report, as required by City Code Section 14-6J-4C, whIch recommends that such designation be considered; and WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission feels that designation of the subject area as a conservation district will help stabilize property values and encourage reinvestment in older neighborhoods by providing for design review of new construction or alterations of existing buildings to assure compatibility with the existing character of the district, will encourage the retention of existing contributing structures within the district, and will protect the environmental setting of the Summit Street Historic District, located immediately east of the proposed district boundaries; and WHEREAS, at its January 11, 2001 public hearing, the Historic Preservation Commission nominated said district for designation as a conservation district; and WHEREAS, at its March 1, 2001 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conservation district designation; and WHEREAS, the State Historical Society of Iowa has reviewed the proposed nomination and concurs with the recommendations contained within the above referenced conservation district report; and WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Plan and Comprehensive Plan both encourage the preservation of the character of older Iowa City neighborhoods; and WHEREAS, the designation of this neighborhood as a conservation district would be consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's Historic Preservation Plan, which has been incorporated as part of the City's Comprehensive Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA: SECTION I. APPROVAL. The following described property is hereby designated as a Conservation Overlay (OCD) Zone and subject to the provisions and guidelines contained within the Governor-Lucas-Bowery Street Conservation District Report, incorporated herein by this reference: . Commencing at the northwest corner of Strohm's Addition, Block 1, Lot 1, westerly 30 feet and southerly 30 feet to the point of beginning, which Is in the center of the Lucas Street right-of-way, then southerly 567.8 feet, southeast 561.81 along the northern right-of-way line of the Iowa Interstate Railroad, northerly 838.08 feet to the southern right-of-way line of Bowery Street, easterly 42.65 feet. northerly 968.83 feet, westerly 42.69 feet, northerly 220 feet, westerly 75 feet, northerly 98 feet, westerly 120 feet to the center of the Governor Street right-of-way, then southerly 245.56 feet, westerly 199.98 feet, northerly 80 feet, westerly 160 feet, northerly 20 feet along the eastern right-of-way line of Lucas Street, then easterly 120 feet, northerly 130 feet, westerly 150 feet to the center of the Lucas Street right-of-way. then northerly 70 feet, westerly 114.69 feet along the southern right-of-way line of Burlington Ordinance No. 01-39b Page L Street. then southerly 11 0 fee~ westerly 88 feet to the center of the right-of-way of the alley running north and south between Lucas and Dodge Streets. southerly 1343.57 feet to the southern right-of-way line of Bowery Street, westerly 10 feet to the center of the right-of-way of the alley running south of Bowery Street between Lucas and Dodge Streets, southerly 220 feet, easterly 70 feet, northeriy 60 fee~ and easterly 152.5 feet to the point of beginning. $EQTION II. ZONING MAP. The Building Inspector Is hereby authorized and directed to change the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final passage, approval and publlcatlon of this ordinance as provided by law. SECTION III. CERTIFICATION AND RECORDING. Upon passage and approval of the Ordinance. the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance and to record the same at the office of the County Recorder of Johnson County, Iowa, all as provided by law. SECTION IV. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provi- sions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION V. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconsti- tutional. SECTION VI. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and publication, as provided by law. ~~ve7:Z-Mav .2001. ATTEST: ~ :k!. ~M/' CITY LERK wdadmlordfgovV;bow.cloc .' Ordinance No. 01-3964 Page -1..... It was moved by Vanderhoef and seconded by as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were: AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: x X X X X X x Champion Kanner Lehman O'Donnell Pfab Vanderhoef Wilburn Wilburn that the Ordinance First Consideration 4/3/01 Vote for passage:AYES: Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wi 1burn, Champion, Kanner, Lehman, O'Donnell. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Second Consideration 4/17/01 VOleforpassage:AYES: O'Donnell, Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Champion, Kanner, Lehman. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Date published 5/9/01 ,~ ! _~= _OA ~r-""'" -.....,. ~~~e~ ~~~...~ ~ City of ~ ~ C~ December 28,2000 Re: Notice of Public Hearing Regarding the Nomination of the Governor-Lucas-Bowery Street Conservation District. Dear Governor-Lucas-Bowery Street Property Owners and Neighbors: The Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, January 11,2001, at 5:30 p.m. in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 410 E. Washington Street, regarding the nomination of the Governor-Lucas-Bowery Street Conservation District for designation as an Iowa City Conservation District. This district is illustrated on the map printed on the back of this leUer, and is generally located south of Burlington Street along Governor and Lucas Streets, as. well as along Bowery Street near Governor and Lucas Streets. As a property owner within the district or located within 300 feet of the proposed district, you are being notified and invited to present your views concerning this application either verbally or in writing. To learn more about the proposed designation, its effect on properties within the district, and how the district fits within the parameters of the Conservation District Overlay (OCD) Zone, please refer to the conservation district report that has been prepared by the Commission. It is available for viewing at the Public Library, the City Clerks Office and the Department of Planning and Community Development in the Civic Center, and on the City's web site at www.iowa-citV.orQ (follow the links to City Departments, Planning and Community Development, and Historic Preservation). Hard copies are also available for distribution in the Department of Planning and Community Development. If you know of any interested party who has not received a copy of this letter, we would appreciate it if you would inform them of the pending application. If you have questions concerning this application, please contact Robert Miklo at (319) 356-5240 or by email at robert-miklo@iowa-citV.orQ. Sincerely, - ~:i;6ttham Administrative Secretar 410 EAST WASHINGTON STREET' IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240-1826 . (.119) 356-5000 . 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'2 4<0 Mark Remme 2109 Tanglewood Iowa City IA 52245 Martha Greer 530 S Governor St Iowa City IA 52240 Martin & Mary Gaffey 3088 Running Deer Rd Iowa City IA 52240 Michael & Kelly McLaughlin 614 Pine Ridge Rd Coralville IA 52241 Michael & Polly Haight 2960 North Liberty Rd Iowa City IA 52240 Michael Burt 654 S Governor St Iowa City IA 52240 lo,va City Historic Preservation Commission CIty I lalL 4 I 0 I,: \Vashington Street, J o\Va Cny. 1.\. 522.HJ MEMORANDUM Date: August 09, 2007 To: Historic Preservation Commission From: Sunil Terdalkar, Associate Planner Re: Deferred Item 923 E. Iowa Avenue In the May 31 meeting, the applicant requested deferral to discuss the options and possible exemption from providing a ramp to the primary entrance for a proposed multi-family building on this property. As reported in the June 12 meeting, the requirement for an accessible route from the public sidewalk can not be waived. However, the applicant may choose to use other means-using an elevator or a lift, or by lowering the grade-to make the primary entry accessible. The applicant has explored the options and indicates that these options are not feasible as the fIrst option would require cutting the hill and installing a retaining wall, and the second option would make the parking lot located behind the proposed building inaccessible. The applicant has submitted revised drawings showing a ramp that extends over the neighboring property, but without a retaining wall structure. The drawing also shows a continuous metal pipe handrail. Although the visual impact of a ramp without a retaining wall may be lesser than the previously proposed ramp, in staff's opinion, the ramp still does affect the neighboring property as well as the streetscape. 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()~1-- ,n~~ is D Staff Report August 09, 2007 Historic Review for 409 Brown Street District: Brown Street Historic District Classification: Con tributing The applicants, Michael Fallon and C. Land, are requesting approval for a proposed alteration to an existing outbuilding on the property at 409 Brown Street. This is a contributing property in the Brown Street Historic District. The applicants are seeking approval for the replacement of an existing awning style window located on the north fa<;:ade with a new casement style window that is larger than the existing window, and installation two small awning style windows on the south fa<;:ade of the garage. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.6 Windows Staff Comments The house on the property was built in c. 1900 and is a Vernacular cottage with stylistic influence of Late Victorian/ Queen Ann style. The house has a central pyramidal roof with ell-shaped cross gable on the front and on the west side. A low, hipped dormer exists on the west. A shallow porch fills the 'ell', which appears to have been altered at an unknown date. The one-car garage sits on the south-west comer of the property behind the house and using the steep terrain it has been designed with two levels. The upper level, although not a full story, is being used as storage and workshop space. The lower level can be accessed from the south through a garage door. The garage is well maintained and is a good example of a simple outbuilding of its period. The applicants intend to make the upper level more functional by providing ventilation and a larger opening for moving tools and other materials from the workshop. To create a larger opening on the north fa<;:ade, the applicant is proposing to remove an existing awning style window. However, the applicants are proposing to install the window such that he window header will be above the door header. This placement will also require cutting though the existing structural members (ceiling joists), which may result in weakening the structure. Along with the structural safety, staff believes that it is essential to maintain the horizontal lines including appropriate header levels, to keep the integrity of the garage. The applicants further intend to install a pair of small awning windows on the south fa<;:ade to allow cross- ventilation. The applicants are proposing to install these windows above the ceiling joists. Although this would result in different header level than that on the north side, because the windows are smaller in size, staff believes it would be appropriate. Staff recommends choosing the size and placement such that structural members (collar ties and wall studs) are not weakened. Staff also recommends using divided light pattern and trim for the windows that are similar to that on the existing windows on the garage. The applicants have proposed to use salvaged wood windows, but in pre-application conversations indicated that they might consider installing a vinyl window. The guidelines disallow the use of vinyl or vinyl clad windows. Staff recommends that salvaged or new wood windows should be used. Alternatively, the Commission could consider approval for solid-wood metal-clad wood windows. Recommendation: Staff recommends approval for the proposed alteration project involving replacement of an existing wood awning window with a larger casement window and installation of two new awning windows on the garage, provided: the header for the new casement window matched to that of the door and other windows, the windows are wood or solid-wood metal-clad window with similar divided light patterns as the existing windows, and trim for the new windows matches the existing window trim. 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. kgo~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 ......Q.~t..r..p../t!g....:... _0 Certificate of No t~~rial Effect A.Certificate of Appropriateness o Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) /. Owner.&,!:"J~~L...t1Jio/F-?~-;c Phone......--:K.l.q.:::::....~.)..T...:::....J..d..9....1.................. Address .....y.Q..~..........~.b?Y!..!':'::-:..........?......:................. ...........T..:...c..:,;.......:t..A..........s..d:.J..Y...I............. email......r.\j:f:-J~.r.:...@....x.g..~Q.:.f!!..~.............. ,J( Contractor .......()~t.e.d8...g.9..~.J....................... 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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 ~ f. Address of property .......Y..t?..r.........6.r.t!.l!::..~.............:............ ~~:.=~..~=~:~:::::::""E{~J.~::~:;~:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Date ,o"WOOed (~kn~-Gi~i7j~~~) Historic Designation o This property is a local historic landmark OR o This property is located in the: ~~rown Street His,tork 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 XAlteration 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 .............................................................................................. ~1:'.:1ri.t:'+lfJJ::1.lg,..i!!:"'~=>'~2.9.6._...!?g~J.......!!c?.(....fh.......i=:..... ....S9.~..t:h...........':!!..;-J....t.I................o..t........CJ...?(..t..~.r..{....!..~g.........../.lJ.q.b?..?.... ...~............................................... .............\T................""i.,............;.....~......................................r7................................r.....r...............................~....../~.............................;:.1...../.......... ...*....f!.L~........w..!..(.!......f)..w...:?...............w..!......L.......4...~.0::....<3.......~.........8XL-:?..l.i:....-;r...........:;;.rr(e...~.... .........................................................04.......................................................................................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. ................................................................................................................................;........ 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CI)~...c:: o ~ .- .- ... ;:j ro '" 0 E~~ ..... 0 :x: s::: Ot+-. ao ~ s::: o ..c ~ ~ 0 0"0 ....... s::: o'd .~ -- o .- ~ 0... s::: .~ roO> {lE...c:: o ~ 1:: ~roo E07 ...... ~c :x: 0 2 s::: o...t+-. 0...0 < Staff Report August 09, 2007 Historic Review for 502 Grant Street District: Longfellow Historic District Classification: Contributing The applicant, Andrea Scott, is requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 502 Grant Street. This is a contributing property in the Longfellow Historic District. The applicant is seeking approval for the replacement of the roof shingles for a side porch, and removal of a door to install a new window. The applicants are proposing to use rolled rubber membrane for the roof and a metal-clad solid wood casement window, with simulated divided lights and mullion to match the appearance of the existing double-hung window on the house. The applicant is also proposing to replace the wood shingle siding with new wood shingle siding to match existing, and to replace the existing wood railing for the porch with new wood railing to match. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alteradons 4.6 Windows 4.10 Balustrades and Handrails Staff Comments This Colonial Revival house was built 1929 by the local builder team Moffit and Blakely. The rectangular house features a side gabled roof, a symmetrical three-bay fenestration on the front fa<;:ade with centrally placed classical portico with balustrades on the roof, and a sun porch on the south side with similar balustrades on the roof as those on the front portico. The applicant reports that the porch roof is leaking and needs to be replaced. The railing on the porch roof also shows signs of deterioration where it meets the roof. The railing will need to be removed to replace the roofmg membrane, it may not be possible to salvage it for reuse. Therefore the applicant is requesting approval for replacing the railing with new wood railing to match the existing. The applicant is also requesting approval for the removal of the access door to the porch and installation of an egress-seized casement window. The applicant indicates that because there is no level difference between the porch roof and door sill level it would is difficult to properly flash the roof and therefore would prefer to replace the door with a window to match other similar window on the house. Although the door access to the porch roof is found on many similar Colonial Revival houses, it is not uncommon to see an example where such access is not provided. Because the roof level can be accessed through this door and the railing has to be removed to re-roof the porch, the new railing may need to be built with a minimum height of 36 inches to meet the building code requirement. This would result in a situation where the railing on the porch would not match the railing on the front portico. The applicant has not conf1rmed the material for the window, but has indicated that she will provide the information prior to meeting. As most of the windows on the house are wood windows, if the replacement is approved, the new window should be a wood window, with true or simulated (muntin bars on either side of the glass and space bar between glass) divided lights that match the divided light pattern on the original windows and a mullion bar to simulate the meeting rails. 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. ~:t~t~b~~ed ..........~'(/1!lt!............ o Certificate of No Material Effect ~ Certificate of Appropriateness tl:1"' Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) DOwner .A.b.dk':.Ut.-........5.kP..f+:............................... 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Phone ........... ......... .... ............. ..... ....... ..... ......... .... ......... .... ....... ....... email................................................................................................ Application Requirements Attached are the following items: o Site plan o Floor plans o Building elevations l)j(" 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 rgI 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 K 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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App.p6S ~; t,.,.; i:\ .1\ ~ ,', , '" r , r r r till_ \ i',: F .... ''i~ J ,1.'!J#.' c. t .. . , ""'. /.t' , ",~~ ,c, r,..~ '. ~ ...,,' ~~ ,01 ,,'- '.. ' ,.,~,.. " f"",-.. c' : iP-:... ';J ," . c'~.f ....H~ .f.(~ :-':< '" ~. " ~~ \',> . ... ,<.( , .' --' Staff Report August 09,2007 Historic Review for 1214 Sheridan Avenue District: Longfellow Historic District Classification: Contributing The applicants, David and Mary Ann Kral, are requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 1214 Sheridan Avenue, a contributing property in the Longfellow Historic District. The applicant is seeking approval for the replacement of three wood double-hung windows with solid wood metal-clad double-hung windows. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.6 Windows Staff Comments Built in c. 1910, the original house appears to have been built with a typical American Four-Square form and plan. The clipped gables, heavy porch with brick piers and tapered columns suggest Craftsman influence. The unusual roofline, different foundation material, and non-matching fenestration suggest that the rear portion of the house was added on later. This portion of the building does not appear on the 1930 Sanborn map. Some time prior to 1994, aluminum siding was installed and most of the windows were replaced with what appear to be vinyl or vinyl clad windows. The applicant is now seeking approval to replace the last two original windows on the house. The original windows are five-over-one double-hung windows, and the applicant is proposing to install one-over-one metal-clad double-hung windows. The applicants indicate that the windows do not function properly and have some rot, however, does not mention if they have considered repairing the windows. Staff recommended approval, if the Commission finds that the repair is not feasible. 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Total cost for all three kits installed: $1578.00 plus tax. After the sash kits are installed we will see if you want to keep your original storm window, upgrade to a better storm window, or have a full screen. Full screens will add $ 105.00 for three. New Storms will add $ 444.00 for three. 1 will need to have this project approved by the Historical Society. I have filled out the \.....-.per work with all the window details. Give me a call if you have any questions. Thanks, Brad We Propose hereby to fumish material and labor - complete in accordance with the above specifications, for the sum of: dollars ($ ). Payment to be made as follows: 50 % Deposit. Balance upon completion. All material is guaranteed to be as specified. All WOfk to be completed in a pro~~ mamer accordng to standard praclices. ArrJ alteration or deviation from above specolicaoons irlIIOIving exII'a costs will be executed only l4JOI1 Y<<itten ordeIs, and will become an extra charge CHef and above the estimate. All agreemeriS contingert l4JOI1 strikes, accidenIs or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire. tornado. and other necessary insurance. Our workers are fully covered by Worker's Compensation insurance. Authorized Signature . Note: This proposal may be withdrawn by us if not accepted within 30 days. "-....,. .cceptance of PropOSal-The above prices. specifications and con- ditions are satisfactory and are hereby accepted. You are authorized to do the work as specified. Payment will be made as outlined above. Signature Signature Heavy Duty Protection You Can Count On Sash exteriors feature low- maintenance, heavy-duty extruded aluminum cladding that resists dent- ing, dimpling, fading and chalking far better than thinner roll-formed aluminum exteriors found on many other brands of windows. Weather Stripping Both sash feature double weather stripping that provides a strong, positive seal for greater resistance to air and water infiltration. Everything You Need To Get Started Tilt sash replacement kits include two sash with sash lock and keeper, two jamb liners with calibrated bal- ances, eight jamb liner brackets with stainless steel screws, two vinyl sash stops and a head parting stop and weather strip. Tilt Sash Replacement Kits Want More@ Tilt Sash Replacement Kits from Weather Shield can breathe new life into older windows with standard and custom sizes that precisely fit existing window frames. These sash replacement kits are easy to install with minimal disturbance to the surrounding wall trim, wallpaper or paint. Plus, their unique tilt-in sash design allows for easier cleaning of both glass surfaces from inside your home. That's something not often seen on sash replacement kits offered by other manufacturers. Virtually Unlimited Color Options Weather Shield's exclusive Accentials'" Distinctive Colors & Finishes program offers a choice of 55 standard and designer colors, or virtually any custom color under the sun. Eight anodized aluminum exterior finishes are also available, Accentials'" eight standard colors: WHITE WESTERN ADOBE , OBSIDIAN CAMEO Eight anodized aluminum exterior finishes: r BLACK CHAMPAGNE MEDIUM BRONZE DESERTTAN HARTFORD GREEN I CRAFTSMAN BRONZE BRICK RED CLEAR COPPER DARK BRONZE EXTRA DARK BRONZE Exterior colors and f,nishes shown may not be aCfual representations, Actual samples are available upon request Unrivaled Interior Wood Choices Unlike other window manufacturers that offer few interior wood options, or choices that are actually thin veneers, Weather Shield's exclusive Custom Wood Interiors Collection'" includes eight wood species that are machined from solid wood, This makes it easy to elegantly complement cabinets, furniture, floors and trim throughout your home, I 'j' , - "":-~ ~<." "C~ERRY;::t. ,. .\ . \''l"" /1 " t.' f,I Lt I'li"'~wr ." i,'if'\,I',}li, ': i. J. 'I' \~..t" .1 , OTTY hE I 'rh1\~ Grille Choices To Fit Any Style Of Home Complement the style of your home or add your own distinctive look with optional simulated divided lite (SDL). aluminum airspace or removable wood perimeter grilles in an array of patterns and profiles, including specialty and custom grille patterns. ".,~ ~.-- ~~ ~ ~' ~"f 1I"c... ,. .. :~: ., .. ",' ... ... 7/8" SDl Wood Interior & Aluminum Exterior Bar '-3/8" SDl Wood Interior & Aluminum Exterior Bar 1--= '" ,;. -;;..-, ~..,.'3iiiiI Not Shown: 5/8- Wood Perimeter Exterior Bar, 7/8. Wood Perimeter Exterior Bar, 1-3/8. Wood Perimeter Exterior Bar ~,,,,,-" 5/8" Flat Aluminum Airspace Bar Installation Instructions: ) f61 mmr.mr.:m ~ Energy Efficient Glazing Options Reduce your heating and cooling bills and keep your home comfortable in virtually any climate. A wide range of ENERGY STAR~-compliant glazing choices include optional Low P coatings that filter UV rays to prevent fading to drapes and interior furnishings. Adding safe, colorless Argon gas to the insulating airspace between the panes of glass can also significantly increase the energy efficiency of the sash. Warm Edge Spacer A standard Warm Edge spacer between the insulating panes of glass limits the transfer of heat and cold to the interior of the win- dow, which helps reduce the likelihood of condensation developing in cold weather. r' m._._.___.____ TILT SASH REPLACEMENT R/U VALUES "1 BEST I BETTER GOOD Insul Low E2 with Argon Gas h Insul Low E' Insul I Two panes of glass Two panes of glass -r- Two panes of~ One Low E' surface' --t.. One Low E' surface I .------.----~ , One argon gas-filled -11' One insulating~irspace--l--'o~~'i~~~I~in;-~~~~~, ~;---1 L__insulating airspace _ i_..___J Hardware With Great Looks & Performance Sash replacement kits offer all-metal hardware that's available in a choice of seven of today's most popular finishes. ~ (:10 Tilt Sash Lock Tilt Sash Release More detailed instructions are included with each Tilt Sash Replacement Kit. II. ~ Step 3: Prepare the frame by positioning the brackets for the vinyl jamb liner about 4" from the top and bottom. Secure in place. ~~~ ~ ;~'t~. Step S: Install the sash by holding ~he top sash at 90 degrees and level with the cams in the vinyl jamb liner. Engage the corner pins and tilt the sash upright in the vinyl track while sliding the sash down. Repeat with the bottom sash. Step 1: Remove the old sash by taking out the inside stop mould. ings from the side jambs using a pry bar or putty knife. Step 2: Cut out all cords and weights. Remove the bottom sash first, then the top sash. Step 4: Install the vinyl jamb liner by placing the foam gasket at the top of each liner, place agai nst brackets and snap in. Knebel Windows. Inc. 700 S. Capitol Street Iowa City, IA 52240 319-338-1712 Form No. 1181527-1/06 Weather Shield@ Premium Windows & Doors 1-800-477-6808 · www.weathershield.com @2006 Weather Shield Mfg., Inc. Staff Report August 09, 2007 Historic Review for 1204 Sheridan Avenue District: Longfellow Historic District Classification: Contributing The applicants, Christopher and Jacquelyn Green, are requesting approval for a proposed alteration project at 1204 Sheridan Avenue, a contributing property in the Longfellow Historic District. The applicant is seeking approval for the replacement of the existing windows with wood double-hung windows to match the existing window proftle. The applicant has replaced some of the windows. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.6 Windows Staff Comments This house was built in c. 1905 with a typical American Four-Square form. The influence of Prairie Style can be seen in the low-pitched roof with deep eaves and exposed rafters, and the placement of the horizontal band board on the second floor. The house appears to have been maintained in its original condition except for some windows. The applicant reports that the previous owner has installed some type of 'vinyl insulation tape' between the window and the window track (four windows), and as this material has worn-out the sashes make noise and in some instance (thirteen windows) allow air passage. The applicant also indicates the existing windows with weight-and-pulley system are not energy efficient. The images submitted with the application do not show that the window sashes are damaged beyond repair. It may be possible to restore the tracking system and use appropriate exterior storms, to achieve energy efficiency. This option may also be more cost-effective than the wholesale replacement of all the windows. As recommended in the guidelines, the applicant is proposing to use wood windows that match the existing window proftle. Staff recommends approval if the Commission finds that repair of the existing windows is not feasible. -~' :.-,- ::..--' --.111 Application for Hiistoric Review AppliWltlon fwakllrationl to d1IllI ~.rlor. of' ~ bmlmarla or pn:lpliill"- des located In i hiswric district or COOllll"\ladon dl:drlct ptlnuaJl( to Iowa Oty Code Sec:tion ....~c. Gl.lid8linu for .. Hnoric ~ proaIfi, explanation of tl!1j procell and ,..adoi'll can bliI found in the MIwG City ~ I'rws1il1'Oft1n Hl1IIdbook. which 15 anlbble In the PCD oIfIQ! at City I-lilifl 0.- online at.W\\IW. ~dboofr.. MMtiftg schMu": The H1PC meIti dMI second T1M.rIidilf oflladt month, Dwt"l the summer mood1l. the HPC may also mMton d1e roUr1f1ThlJ~ Jt.pptiC3tioru ... rJlWlin tlh. peD Oftic. by 00011 on Hoodar the'Ml8k prior to ... rnliIifIIIIing; Applicant Information (I'feise check primary c:anDCt pi!!l"'IOft) .. Owner ......_Q8r.~.QP.~2PJtrll&g.lrt~.Ql;.~~r.l_......_.. ~.,e,_._.._.~l~~g.i~~~""""""U"""j;""',i_"_Ii_'._'''''''''~_.' Addren ......_J.&Qi.flli~!l~~A~.P.l!~_._........_.._.._.._.. _.-.!9~Lq~1Y:_~_qil&~~_.~"_"_'I__.t_'I"'-"_Ii'_'._"._'. ."aJI;_.~.._JQB~~~~..l.rw.~Q~~"""'.'__;'_H"""'Ii~'''''''''';''''''.''_'' . Contractor .19~..Q!j;;X..YYJm!,qX!!?.!U-~.P..9.\l.Ell_._..._.._.. 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Application Requirements Attached are the kIII~1lI Items: o Site pl*" o Floor plans o 8tJlklna ek!Yadons It PhotoP'IJIN QI Produolnformatlon o Other_.._..._...._.._..._.._..._.._.._..._.._..._.._..._.. If the proposed pro}ect entals an addldol'll a ne'W' struc.ture 0.- il slan1fleam altentlon to an elCl9dnJ strlJCllft, pleue SIlbnlIt a site plan. 1000r ipllans. bUlkInJ .'.ulIOm and p~ If rbe proposed pro}ect lis a mll!lCll' aherldcn to I iW"UCtu'e. pIetie pnwIde dnwIn.p and p~ Iphs to suftldentl, de- scrtbe the scope of the 1N'Otect.. Pro'Ylde a written desa1pdon of the propoted p-oject em the second pap 01 thIsapflllcadoll. ~_~b~~ -...Q,li'!2/21-a,-...- c <drt.ificatl of No Ma'tllrial Eh;t Project description The house has a total of 16 windows: 8 on the first floor; 1 on the stair landing between floors; 7 on the second floor. Each of the windows appears to be original with the house. Many of the windows are in need of replacement, for the one or more of the following three reasons: 1) Howling windows (4 windows) n A previous owner attempted to make the windows more energy efficient by prying open the space between the window and the window track, and then placing vinyl insulation tape in the tiny space. The vinyl has since warn out, and the window now create very loud howling whenever there is the slightest breeze. During heavy winds, the noise is so loud as to sound like a train running through the house. This is particularly troublesome in the bedrooms. 2) n Energy inefficiency I (13 windows) n Due to the tinkering with the windows as described in #1 above, the windows are now terribly energy inefficient. An energy audit by Mid-America suggested that we are paying significantly on our energy bills because of the gaps in our windows. 3) Energy inefficiency II (16 windows) n The weight and pulley system used by all of our windows requires there to be a large empty cavity on either side of each window, allowing the easy passage of air from outside to inside. The energy auditor indicated that the only w8(J to stop this energy bleeding is to fill these cavities with insulation. But, if we do this ... the weight and pulley system fails. After assessment from wood craftsmen and window specialists, the general agreement was that replacing the current window sashes with historically accurate, yet energy efficient windows was the best long-term approach. Weights and windows will be given to the Salvage Barn for re-use. Materials to be used We contacted Iowa City Windows and Doors to come look at our windows and make a recommendation. Joe from ICWD came and suggested we match the look and feel of the original windows by using custom-made Jeld-Wen double-hung replacement wood windows. He said that, while expensive, these would come very close to matching the originals, allow for the insulating of the weight cavities, and allow keeping all of the original outer frame and interior. I have enclosed an attachment (see Exhibit A) that shows a picture of what the old windows looked like from the interor (Interior 1), and what the new window looks like (Interior 2). Attached to the electronic document are two mes that describe the windows further: "Visual-Replacement Window.pdf' and "Windows Description.pdf." Exterior appearence chanps Before we were aware of the need to apply for this approval, the glass in our front living room window broke, and we replaced the sashes with those recommended by leWD. At the time, we also replaced the cheap screens put on by previous owners with exensive wooden screens to match the original look of the house. I have enclosed an attachment (see Exhibit B) that shows a picture of what the old windows looked like from the exteror (Exterior 1), and what the new window looks like (Exterior 2). ppd1l<Il'IlIIll"~ JELD-WEN : Wood - Custom Wood Windows & Patio Doors -... http://www.jeld-wen.com/attributes/universaUarge_image... SA~H REPU\CEMEllr , Back t=.....,.:~_,__ _ _""""....... _ IW~~~"'~--~~..." .~' ..... ==::.~-a ~....--.....-~-""-~'''~~~ I I j J _.. "._~__;ii_'_'~'-,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,,=_ -.... IIT\Vil V...... J!f.J...1!:)'(f..rj l , , ~r.'~ ......0 c, co --=;-_,""~__ _III' ~ I ..;..~~A. 4 .~~' ",., - 1 of 1 ~,~.'~,'J1f p8gl!~ ;J'j:; '~;:l'l {'.>:: 7/30/07 11:39 AM Exhibit A Interior Interior 2 . Exhibit B Exterior I ....' . ... Exterior 2 Staff Report August 09, 2007 Historic Review for 502-1/2 Clark Street District: Clark Street Conservation District Classification: Contributing The applicant, Chris Manjoine, is requesting approval for a proposed project involving a new addition and alterations at 502-1/2 Clark Street, a contributing property in the Clark Street Conservation District. The applicant is seeking approval for the removal of an exiting one-story addition, and building a new two story addition, a new deck and a new screened porch. The applicant also proposing to replace the existing asbestos siding as well as the wood siding underneath the asbestos siding with new fiber cement board siding, and remove an existing garage door on east fa<;ade and install a new entry door. The applicant would like to discuss the possibility of using a new synthetic foam material for the foundation. The applicant indicates that this material is applied to exterior surface of the foundation. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.5 Siding 5.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Additions 4.10 Balustrades and Handrails 5.1 Expansion of Building Footprint 5.2 Decks and Ramps Staff Comments Originally built in c. 1900, this house is a very simple folk/vernacular house with side-gabled roof. The existing, one-story addition located behind the house appears on the 1933 Sanborn map, and may have been built soon after the house was built. The map also shows that the house was moved sometime after 1933, and the lot was divided to build a new house on the new lot. The house was also clad with asbestos siding at an unknown date. The applicant is proposing to replace the existing one-story addition with two-story addition. The existing addition has a very shallow pitched shed roof. The applicant is also proposing to use a relatively low-pitched shed for the new addition. A shed roof may be suitable for a single story addition, but staff believes that a shed roof would not be appropriate for the proposed new two-story addition. Vernacular houses of this style often have an Ell-shaped form. Therefore staff recommends that a cross-gabled roofline with similar roof- pitch should be used creating an ELL-shaped form. A low-pitched hipped roof can be used for the space in the inside corner of the ell. A sketch showing the recommended alternative is attached. Staff has discussed this alternative with the applicant, and the applicant has decided to pursue the shed roof as the preferred option but has also agreed to consider the staff suggested alternative. Staff further recommends that vertical trim board be used demarcate the original house and the new addition. The proposed fenestration--placement, pattern, sizes, and number of doors and windows for the addition is not consistent with that on the historic house. Staff recommends that the number of openings on the east fa<;ade be reduced, and that windows and doors of compatible proportions and sizes be used to provide a simplified arrangement. Staff suggested fenestration is shown on the sketch attached. The applicant has agreed to incorporate the suggested changes to the fenestration. The applicant has also indicated that the existing garage door on the east fa<;ade will be replaced with a new wood entry door that matches with existing entry door in appearance and proportions. The applicant has also indicated that all the new windows will be one-over-one double-hung wood windows. The applicant is also considering building a screened porch (7 feet x 11 feet and 6 inches) on the southeast corner of the house and a deck (16 feet x 20 feet) on the east side. The applicant plans eliminate the garage door and install an entry door to replace it, and use the space below the deck a carport. Preferably paintable wood should be used for the deck and the screened porch, if treated wood is used it should be stained. The applicant is also requesting approval for the removal of asbestos as well as the wood siding underneath the asbestos and install new fiber cement board siding. Staff believes that the option to restore and maintain the wood siding should be explored, as in many similar instances the wood siding was found to be in a condition to be restored. Resorting the wood siding would also help maintain the original wood trim on the doors and windows. As stated in the guidelines, staff recommends that approval for the replacement of the wood siding, only if it determined that the wood siding has deteriorated beyond repair. The guidelines also recommend that the original wood trim should be retained, restored and maintained. Recommendation: Staff recommends approval for the proposed project involving the removal of an existing addition, construction of a new two-story addition, a deck, and a screened porch; replacement of the existing wood siding with new fiber cement board siding, and replacement of the existing garage door with an entry door provided: 1) the roof configuration is revised to create an ell-shaped form with a gabled roof for the ell and a hipped roof for the space in the inside corner of the ell 2) the fenestration-placement, number, and arrangement of doors and windows be made compatible with the historic house as suggested in the staff sketch 3) the option of repairing the wood siding be explored, and if it is found to deteriorated beyond repair, it should be replaced with new wood or fiber cement board siding to match the lap exposure and trim details, and 4) wood double-hung windows that match the exiting historic windows in proftle, proportions and appearance, are used for the new addition. y ~ + ~ ~ ~ ~ I~ 'S ~ '~ r:: ~ ~ - ~ 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....~...!..j...~..~.7.......... o Certificate of No Material Effect tzL-Certificate of Appropriateness o Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) o Owner .....C~.h.~..~L.....M..~..)..7:.!..~............................... 11t1 LLI -76'i-6 Phone ....... .;....... .... .......fr:...... ..... ..... ......................... ....................... 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Phone....... .... ...... ....... ..... ..................... ..... .......... ......... .... ................ ......................................................................................................... email................................................................................................ Application Requirements Attached are the following items: o Site plan I2l Floor plans o Building elevations ~ Photographs v- . Il e ,-.e. I 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. Property Information 5'0 J );. I ~ 2 ( ..." '"" 9- Address of property........... ..... ....................................................... ....... .................................................................................................................... Use of property..........b~.~...........P~.~~.........r..-(,,)..~J~.u- Date constructed (if known) ...........9..~.t~..~"!.':::.....~....~..~............. ~c\ASe- 101\ 0 Historic Designation o This property is a local historic landmark OR po This property is located in the: o Brown Street Historic District o College Green Historic District o East College Street Historic District ~ Longfellow Historic District o Summit Street Historic District o Woodlawn Historic District o Clark Street Conservation District a 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 I:i!1 Alteration of an existing building (ie. siding and window replacement, skylights, window opening alterations, new decks, porch reconstruction, baluster repair or similar) ~ Addition to an existing building (includes decks and ramps) ~ 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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B B '\'I ~ \ \ -~ 9 '", "o-,az; 119-.L "L-,Z; "L-,Z; n: ..r!t,. .r!t,.'~E'..rrl o .9-,2:)( .v-,z: 'rm~o I"" '",p "N ,,9-,€ .o-,~ .o-,~ 119-IL '" - , _w b ~-:> 0..:> D 110-12: 110'"',2: "ll-,Z;I ,,17l01-,v ,,<:r,G "l-,az; ~ <1\ , -~ 't , "G,1 ~ " x 1 N N I <( 1) ;;r '" I -~ s:: CU (l L () () LL -U c 1" () -<1\ 0 N Q) d) -U Q) - Q) -U () E Q) OC Staff Report August 09, 2007 Historic Review for 1131 E. Burlington Street District: College Hill Conservation District Classification: Contributing The applicants, Cheryl Jacobson and David Ozolins, are requesting approval for a proposed addition project to the house at 1131 East Burlington Street. This is a contributing property in the College Hill Conservation District. The applicants are seeking approval for a one and one-half story addition in the back of the house. On the first floor, the addition would measure approximately 21 feet in width and 26 feet in length, whereas on the second floor it would measure 14 feet in length and 8 feet-6 inches in width. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 5.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Additions 4.7 Windows 4.10 Balustrades and Handrails 5.1 Expansion of Building Footprint 5.2 Decks and Ramps Staff Comments The original house was built in c. 1890-1900 and is a typical Vernacular house with the stylistic influence of Late Victorian style. The house has a central pyramidal roof with offset cross gable on the front and the sides. There are various styles of dormers on the house. The applicants suggest that the front porch was altered at an unknown date. Prior to the establishment of the conservation district, the applicants had begun construction of a two-story addition to the east of the house. This addition has been built but during the course of the construction, the applicants altered the plan, and decided extend the basement and first floor levels to the west. The guidelines recommend building an addition such that it will not diminish the character of the historic structure, distinguishing the new addition from the historic structure, and matching key horizontal lines on the existing building. The applicants are intending to offset the new addition by approximately 3 feet from the existing building plain on the west. The applicants have made an effort to maintain/match the key horizontal lines, and except for the style and material for the proposed door and windows, staff believes, that the proposed new addition-the form and scale of the proposed addition-is consistent with the original house and the guidelines. The applicants are requesting approval for using the vinyl windows and sliding doors. The applicants indicate that they would be reusing two of the existing doors that are currently installed on the west and south fa<;ades. Although the applicants intend to reuse existing materials and the materials were installed on the house prior to the establishment of the conservation district, because the guidelines do not allow the use of vinyl doors and windows staff recommends that the applicants should consider using either wood or approved substitute materials for the doors and windows. Staff also recommends using windows and doors that are similar and compatible with the original house and not with the later addition or alterations. The applicants also indicate that they are considering building a deck that would wrap around the east and south sides of the proposed addition, however, have not finalized the plans and the deck is not part of this application. As the applicants are not building the deck at this point in time, a stoop would be required to be built on the south fa<;ade, where a door is proposed. A design for this stoop has not been submitted, but during the pre-application meetings staff suggested that a simple stoop with required landing area, steps and a railing with simple square newel posts and simple square spindles be built. The applicants have indicated agreement. Staff has prepared a sketch showing the stoop as a suggestion. 1---'" "'-'&1- -- -... .. 't!i .":.... <~'.. "--" "'--'< 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~~ted .......frf:/J..?jP..l......... . ~/Certificate of No Material Effect \..l.l" Certificate of Appropriateness ~Major review o Intermediate review o Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) C ~ j~065t..-~ o Owner ....~.~:~2.....Q?9.0.~..>............................. Phone.......:3.~.4..:...:?~.~..:....~.~.Q2................................. 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Application Requirements Attached are the following items: 'F; Site plan {Zf' Floor plans o Building elevations o Photographs V o Product information if 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. Property Information--. ,. ~ S' \- Address of property ..J.t~1.......f..:......~..~.~.......~.:......... ~;~~;~~;~;;;.;<;;;;~~;.~~:::.::::.::::::. Date constructed (If known) ..............................:................................ 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 "Ie:. o Woodlawn Historic District o Clark Street Conservation District )8('College Hill Conservation District ( 0 - 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) ~ 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 .............................................................................................. ',---, Project DescriDtion: This request is for the phase II part of our home addition. Phase I plans were approved and constructed started before the area was declared a Historic District. Even though we were not required to comply with any Historical preservation requirements at the time of the first addition, we tried very hard to stay as true to the original lines of the house and used hardi-plank siding with the same siding reveal as the original house had. All windows in the house are Andersen High efficiency white vinyl, double hung. Since the framing of the first phase of the addition started, we have made modifications to the original architectural design and have chosen to fold the second addition back toward the house and have it serve more as a south facing, passive solar, Art/studiO space with a flat roof to facilitate a walkout porch from the second floor addition. The addition will have a partial basement space with 8 foot ceiling space. The very backside (closest to the alley will have an Orangery type space approximately 8 feet deep and 26 feet wide. The drawings do not show it but we plan to incorporate a matching backset to the addition that matches the front of the house and this will also make it harder to see the addition from the front of the house. Materials to Be used: Siding will be matching hardi-plank with the same reveal as the current siding and the same trim style and material. 8:a? All windows and doors will be Anderse vinyl clad. any of the windows have already been purchased when Phase I as..sta. . The framing with be standard 2x6 stick framing. Exterior aDDearance chanaes: This addition will be in the backyard and will match the existing addition and original structure as closely as possible. From the alley the look, will be more open and modern than the original structure, but when working with the consultant, we tried to keep close to the original lines. The building has been our home for approximately 15 years now and we have tried to make our home as fuel efficient and aesthetic as possible. While we dearly love our home it is not a historical landmark nor does it represent an unique architectural type that I am aware of. I believe your term is "Non contributing" . However, we have strived to stay as close to the original design as poSSible while accommodating our growing family and jobs. ~" .' .: ~ ~.. CI ,Ii, ~ I Q III :lroJoeI: ~l\tQi~1oL r I ...~ "----' 'at ... - ~ _..:i :-;;; Il · ~ _ I LJ Q '. '1 , -... ."~ I!I ~ >"':3~ J ',~;' ~r~ "l~ "J\ ~~ '. Q.1 l'II ~ till! '1 · ~1)1. I Iii . ' JI I I \ f:J ~ ~-?~ .---- t-" ~1 ~'" ..,,'It: ':~" .., ,..,. r--- " Itl a !::J EI Q ~ "'" r:l ...........~ i;f ..{' I I I I ;:J -. I .'11 "\~'I" ,I f i .... " '\.1 III Ipf !4' "-:--- -- " .) " ----- ,.. lill.- ,,,,.~ ~Ji .' ~d r II " '~.~ '- ~~ ,. :~' "f-~ fo. :'0 I - · ",!,i.f~P.~UiII " ~ It '" l,it >:f~ ;;' Ji.' ~ r f" I . 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HARVAT HALL PRELIMINARY MEMBERS PRESENT: Esther Baker, Pam Michaud, Jim Ponto, Ginalie Swaim, Alicia Trimble, Tim Toomey, Tim Weitzel MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael Brennan, John McCormally STAFF PRESENT: Bob Miklo, Sunil Terdalkar OTHERS PRESENT: Helen Burford, John Hayek, Marlin Ingalls, Liz, Mike Oliveira CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Weitzel called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANYTHING NOT ON THE AGENDA: Burford said that she had some comments to make on behalf of Friends of Historic Preservation regarding the Preservation Plan. She said she would prefer to discuss this after the other agenda items have been resolved. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION: Deferred Applications: 919 and 923 East Washinqton Street. Terdalkar said that the owner of these properties has requested that consideration of related applications be deferred until the Commission's July meeting, as he is currently out of town. Terdalkar added that he and Toomey visited the property as requested by the Commission. He added that a memo about the condition of the garage has been included in the packet and the applicant has been informed about Toomey assessment. Certificates of Appropriateness: 515 East Davenport Street. Terdalkar said that this property is a local landmark. He said the application is for alterations to the house, including foundation repair, removal of a non-historic cellar enclosure at the back of the house, and the relocation of the cellar door to replace an existing basement window to the west. Terdalkar said the applicant is also requesting the demolition of an existing garage to build new garage. Terdalkar said the applicant intends to reuse most of the existing block for the foundation. He showed photographs of the property and said that the garage is fairly close to the house, and there is not much room to maneuver a car. Terdalkar said the garage is typical of the time it was built in, probably around 1933. He said, however, there is not much of a foundation for the garage, and the applicant is trying to save the wood siding on the existing garage to reuse it if possible. Terdalkar said the new garage would be built behind the house on the southwest corner of the property. Miklo added that the application appears to meet the guidelines. He said that ordinarily this would have been listed as a consent item, but because it is a landmark and the proposed change is fairly significant, staff thought the Commission should discuss this application. Ingalls, the owner of the property, said there once was a creek running beside the house so that half of the house is on regular ground and half of it is on made ground. He said the fill has subsided over the years and formed large drainage cracks and resulted in serious compression issues. Ingalls said the plan is to put it back as it was - to lift it up and put the foundation back in segments. Ingalls said the garage had no foundation originally but sat on wood and posts. He said that it is very far gone and was when he purchased the property. Ingalls said that replacing the garage and moving it up the hill a little bit will open up the space, help the security for the property, and restore the east side to its original configuration. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 2 Ingalls said that the National Register nomination says that this property is the focal point of the block. Weitzel asked for the date of the construction of the house, and Ingalls responded that it was built in 1881. Weitzel said that the garage was not in that 1881 context. Ingalls agreed. He said he would be saving everything he could from the garage, but the block is handmade and very soft. Ponto asked Ingalls if he would reuse the basement door when it is moved. Ingalls said that part of the problem with drainage is that when the storm cellar fills up, it drains down both sides of the house to the door in the basement. He said that he will move the cellar entry up under the sun porch and then raise the grade for the on the whole thing. Ponto asked about the material for the door. Ingalls said that for the casing, he will probably have one built. He added that he has other original doors from the house that he will probably have fitted in there, if possible. He said that the original door is gone, but it was a 1920s four-panel door, and he would use a similar door there and make it look solid. Toomey asked if the door is below the wood trim. Ingalls confirmed this and said the current door is a steel door. He said that the casing and door inside of there were installed within the last 15 years or so. Baker asked what Ingalls would use for the garage if enough wood cannot be salvaged from the old garage. Ingalls said that if he has to use additional material, he plans to make it look like the house siding. He said he may not have enough siding to reuse to cover the garage. Ingalls said that he would use wood siding with a similar exposure to what is on the house. Weitzel pointed out that fiber cement board is an approved substitute for wood. MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the application for 515 East Davenport Street, as specified in the application, with the understanding that if additional siding is needed for the garage, that it be either wood or fiber cement board, with the basement door to be approved by staff. Baker seconded the motion. Weitzel said the motion gives staff the latitude to select a historically appropriate door. He added that the applicant has done an admirable job in making the site plan more authentic and is willing to use appropriate materials. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. 617 Ronalds Street. Terdalkar said that the applicant is requesting the approval of wider windows. He said all of the windows that had an original width of 28 inches will now be replaced with 36-inch wide windows. Terdalkar said the applicant is also asking for approval to not install an awning-style window as was previously approved by the Commission. Terdalkar stated that he sent Commission members an e-mail regarding additional items the applicant would like to have reviewed. He said that if the Commission feels it has enough information, those items may also be considered. Terdalkar said those items include the installation of enlarged vents on the existing gables where smaller vents are currently located. He said the applicant would also like to install two skylights, one above each of the bathrooms. Terdalkar said the applicant would be reusing the existing chimney. He said that would require the installation of a chimney cap that would be slightly visible, but no approval is required for that because a permit is not needed. Terdalkar added that the vent being requested is a polyurethane material, not wood, so the Commission would need to consider that. He said the website for the material says that it is paintable, but it also mentions that using dark colors is not recommended for the vents. Terdalkar added that one of the staff recommendations is to use some kind of trim around the vent to match the trim around the windows. Toomey asked about the reason for the change. Oliveira said there is not enough air in the attic for the space. He said the air space will not be big enough in the attic for good circulation, once the insulation is added to the walls. Oliveira said he would like to use just a rectangular vent, and the contractor told him he would need a bigger vent. He said that the difference in size is about eight inches. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 3 Terdalkar said there is some standard about the square footage that a vent should be for a certain floor area of an attic. He thought it was about one square foot for 144 square feet of floor area of the attic. Weitzel asked if the vent being requested would be the minimum size. Terdalkar said he did not know what the floor area of the attic is. Weitzel said it would be the same as the floor plan. Miklo pointed out that the current vent is probably aluminum and therefore would not be a historic material. He said this will probably not be a significant change visually from what is there now. Ponto asked about the current width of the front door. Oliveira said that it is either 30 or 32 inches. Ponto said that the looking at the front fayade, the windows on the main floor appear narrow and tall, and the door gives that same feel. He said he wonders what it will look like with wider windows. Terdalkar said the plan shows a 32-inch door. Ponto said that if the all the windows are 36 inches wide, the door may seem abnormally narrow. Oliveira said that he had approval to change the front two windows to 36 inches. He said he wants the windows to be the same all the way around. Oliveira said that he has to have egress on both sides anyway. He said that on the front side of the building, the wider windows will really help with the livability of the house, as it is fairly dark inside. Oliveira said the issue is that when this house is done, with windows all the same size, it will have pretty good curb appeal. He said he plans to use red frame windows and will match the shingles up on top. Oliveira said he would be glad to widen the front door and would be glad to put a more secure door there anyway. Weitzel said that he is a little concerned about changing the windows on the front fayade, simply because that's the size they were built. Oliveira said that when this is all done, he did not know if one would really notice. He said that when this is all done, one would notice if the windows were different but might not notice if they're the same. Oliveira said that all the windows on the front fayade are the same width now and may vary a little bit in height. Toomey asked about the siding. Oliveira said the house is sided in aluminum. Toomey asked about the trim. Oliveira said the window he is considering is an architecturally historic-type window made by JeldWen and has a snap-on metal clad piece for that window. Liz showed the two window samples to Commission members - a clad window and the wood version of the same window. She said that both types of windows are paintable. Weitzel said that the window has a nice simulated light. He said it has good depth, and the frame is a good thickness. Liz said that the windows can be done with putty SOL, which looks like the old putty .91~z~,9 windows,> ,_ Oliveira said that he wants to get a style of window approved with the right size and right configuration of trim. He said that as a property owner for the long term, it behooves him to get something approved that is together. Michaud said the Commission already approved metal clad for this house. Miklo said the issue is the frame. Toomey said that the issue is to be close to being historically correct in appearance. He said that a lot of that has been wiped out with the installation of the aluminum siding. Liz said that there is a cladding option that snaps an extended subsill on the window that allows a groove to let things be brought down if they need to be. She said that it starts to get a little deep when one does that, and not a lot of buildings can accommodate that. Weitzel asked what is under the aluminum siding. Oliveira said there is no wood underneath. He said there is felt board and then aluminum. Weitzel stated that it would be a much more substantial project to remove the aluminum and restore a wood look at this point. Liz pointed out that for years double hungs for new construction and replacement had a lot of vinyl. She said that the new windows have wood to the outside and inside, and JeldWen has replaced as much as possible with cladding to cover as much as the vinyl as possible. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 4 Miklo said that one issue is that typically, the Commission hasn't approved metal as a trim. He said that this case is a little unusual in that there is no trim remaining. Miklo said that either option would be an improvement over the existing situation. He said that the wood clad is obviously acceptable according to the guidelines, and the other might be. Miklo said it would have to be a unique situation like this before he would even suggest the Commission consider the metal clad. Liz said that the windows could be ordered with an accessory groove that would snap in and come back and return back to the house. She said that would give closure to the bottom, and there could be extended ears on them. Liz said they return back to the sheathing, giving something to side up to and two on the sides. Miklo said that in terms of preservation, the siding will some day need to be replaced, and the goal would be to use cement board or something more accurate to the historic reveal. Weitzel asked about the life span of the windows. Liz said the window has a 20-year warranty on all parts, the color of the cladding, and against fading. She said that the metal clad window would be about $300 more than the other window, and both windows have the same warranty. Oliveira said that if he can get the frame on it, it is a lot easier to install than having to fit the siding around. Weitzel said that any time the Commission approves a new material, it needs to consider the circumstances under which it will and will not be allowed in and if it really satisfies the requirements of a substitute material. He pointed out that the hardi-plank siding was extensively tested and researched. Toomey said there is also a question of the capping at the top of the windows, because there is something going on there. Oliveira said those are vinyl windows that he has agreed to replace. Toomey said that the top casings on these windows may have been the frieze board at the top, but that detail no longer remains. Weitzel said if the Commission is going to approve a metal window, there should be motion for that separate from the application. He said it should state all the particulars and reasoning. Weitzel said the Commission should then address the window replacement and look at the newer requests - the skylights and the vents. Toomey asked if, on the metal sill extensions, the ends would be capped off. Liz confirmed that they would close off on the ends. Michaud said that she likes the metal clad and thinks it makes a lot of sense and looks historically accurate. She said she is concerned about expanding the size of the windows because of that porch. Michaud said it looks like the window is almost up to the railing on the porch anyway so that the 36-inch one would start at the railing. Weitzel said it is actually two feet over. Michaud said that it is right next to the railing, so it would have to go to the center quite a bit. She said that she is concerned that having a dark window and increasing the width of the window by six inches will really increase the massing effect. Oliveira said that the windows on the bottom are actually set out. He said he had the capacity to set those windows in and line them up with the second floor. Liz said that they all have to be reframed anyway because of all the termite damage. Toomey said that if the top windows are moved out and the bottom ones are moved in, they would be close to being aligned with each other, which is what is usually seen. He said that the current windows look small to him. Michaud asked if the windows would notch out for the railing. Oliveira said they would not be - that they would be moved over. He said they would be stacked. MOTION: Michaud moved that because this is a metal sided house with no wood under the metal siding, that it makes sense to use the metal clad windows with a metal attached frame as a replacement. Trimble asked if metal extensions and caps should be included in the motion. Terdalkar said that if the Commission is allowing the use of metal trim for the windows, it would come with a sill package. He said Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 5 that this would basically be approving metal casing in this case. Terdalkar suggested that this material be considered on a case-by-case basis and that this not be a blanket approval for this material. Weitzel suggested the Commission consider the substitute material as a completely separate motion from this application. Terdalkar agreed that the Commission should just consider using metal casing as an acceptable substitute for wood trim. Swaim suggested the Commission approve the occasional use of metal clad windows with metal casing on a case-by-case basis. MOTION: Michaud moved that in unique circumstances, where the metal material is in lieu of no window trim, that consideration may be given to metal trim versus the wood or cement board approved in other instances, on a case-by-case basis. Swaim seconded the motion. Ponto said it is foreseeable that the Commission will see more and more of this in the future as situations like this arise and as technology continues advancing. Toomey said this is metal, but it is also heavy, cast aluminum. Weitzel agreed that it would be good to have this additional leeway in extreme circumstances. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the windows at 617 Ronalds Street as proposed, with the following: the option of either the wood JeldWen windows as shown or the metal JeldWen windows as shown, with metal windows to have sill extenders as described; that on the front fa~ade the windows be moved in such a way that they are stacked vertically; and with the option of increasing the size of the front door to 36 Inches. He stated that In this exceptional circumstance, this particular house, which has no trim, and with trying to salvage the existing aluminum siding with the associated abutments to the window frame, the window packages that were described as options with either the wood or metal casement would be appropriate In this unique circumstance. Toomey seconded the motion. Weitzel said he still had reservations about changing the front fenestration. He said he appreciates the desire to update the windows and said this is going to cause some unique situation when trying to fix that issue when the sills have been damaged by termites, but he was not sure that is enough of a reason to give a waiver to change all the windows of the house. Baker said she had the same concern. She said it is not that uncommon for houses to have different sized windows. Terdalkar agreed. He said the way the fenestration is used on this house was fairly common in the era this house was built. Terdalkar said the windows on the first floor are taller than the windows on the second floor in houses of this era. Terdalkar said that the front fac;ade is not a three-bay fac;ade - three-bay being one width windows stacked over each other, one with the door and two with the side windows. He said the way it has been divided is horizontally, with a three-bay on the first floor and two-bay on the second floor. Terdalkar said that is why the windows are like this, to have them placed centrally on the top floor and the same on the bottom floor. He said that is the way the house was designed. Terdalkar said there is asymmetry in the fac;ade from the beginning. He said the porch configuration has three piers, not two or four. Terdalkar said that moving them together and stacking them on one another would probably make it closer to a three- bay, with nothing in the central bay. Weitzel said that this house has had a lot of alterations, but it is in a historic district. Toomey said that if the bottom windows are enlarged, they have to come into the center. He said that if the same thing is done on the second story and the windows are enlarged, because of the snow and the pitch of the roof, they don't necessarily have to be straight aligned with each other. Oliveira said they will come close, but it won't be exact. Ponto said his point is that, assuming the windows are enlarged, he would rather see them stacked than offset. Toomey asked about the height of the windows. Oliveira said it would be exactly the same; the intention is to make the windowi the same height as what i$ currently there. Liz said the exception would be the two egress windows on the sides of the house as previously approved. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 6 Toomey asked Terdalkar for his opinion on the placement of the windows. Terdalkar said that if one tries to match the central portion of the house, there would be a larger blank on the top floor. Liz said that because the windows all have to be reframed, one could keep the two and the three and offset them appropriately. Ponto asked how the original trim around the windows fit in with the porch when this was original. Terdalkar said the railing is probably not original. Swaim stated that she did not have a problem with the wider windows. She said she likes the idea of having some natural light in the house, especially when there is such a dense roof. Swaim said it would increase the livability of a house that has been compromised by the siding. Toomey asked Terdalkar if he would recommend for the upper story that the center of the line of the windows be the same for the new windows. Terdalkar suggested moving the top windows by four inches or so to the center but keeping the same configuration. He suggesting keep the same frame but increasing the inside width. MOTION: Ponto amended the motion to include a recommendation to keep the outer edges of the windows the same with the extra width to be added on the inside, if the wider windows are installed. Toomey seconded the amendment. Weitzel stated that he would like to see the point be stronger than a recommendation but said he could live with this. Oliveira said that would be acceptable to him also. He said he would give directions to his carpenter, who would have to get it in there so that it works. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. Weitzel asked for comments regarding the skylights and vents. Trimble asked if the skylights would be visible from the street. Terdalkar said they would be visible from one corner in the back. He said the skylights would meet the guidelines' recommendation regarding visibility. MOTION: Swaim moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the skylights and vents at 617 Ronalds Street, as proposed, with the substitute polyurethane material for the vents. Liz said that the polyurethane doesn't break down. She said it doesn't expand and contract and is very stable. Liz said that it is used in high places where one doesn't want to have to paint frequently. She said that is also why dark colors are not recommended - because the paint cannot be warranted. Liz said the material won't expand and contract like wood, although it could be damaged by hailstones. She said that it could be painted a dark color, but the color would fade. Weitzel said that the Commission would probably want to consider this material with a separate motion and indicate whether it would be approved on a case-by-case or a wholesale basis. Swaim withdrew her motion. MOTION: Swaim moved that, in unique circumstances, consideration may be given to a material such as polystyrene for vents, on a case-by-case basis. Ponto seconded the motion. Weitzel said that on a case-by-case basis, he feels it is wise to have something that will fit in a vent situation that will take a lot of weathering so that it will not have to be replaced all the time. He said that it looks okay, and one can't tell it from wood. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. MOTION: Swaim moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the skylights and vents at 617 Ronalds Street, with the vents to be of a polystyrene material but not painted a dark color as proposed on the application. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 7 Terdalkar said the skylights measure 22 by 38. He said they are fixed skylights, not open skylights. Terdalkar said that each of them is over a bathroom on the west rooflines. Weitzel said one will be on the porch roof and one on the main roof above that. He said that neither is on a prominent location from the street. Michaud seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. 831 East Colleqe Street. Terdalkar said this is a contributing property in the College Green Historic District. He stated that this application requests the approval of the removal of a scroll pediment on a dormer. Terdalkar showed a photograph of the pediment and said there are some other details that are very similar in style on the house. He said the porch is very ornate, with capitals on the columns. Terdalkar said there is also another scroll pediment on the east side of the house. Hayek, one of the owners of the property, distributed a statement from his contractor. He showed some photographs of the pediment and said that he still has it in storage. Hayek said that the pediment was restored several years ago and then put back up on the building. He distributed an affidavit by John Milder regarding leakage on the roof right below where the pediment was located. Hayek said the pediment was damaged in last year's tornado and was then taken down. He stated that it is a very attractive architectural feature, but it is rotted, and if he puts it back up, he'll have to have it rebuilt first. Hayek said that there was copper flashing on the back of it, but he believes that the penetrations through the roof when it was reinstalled caused water and snow to back up behind it. He said that having the pediment down has solved the leakage problem, although from a visual standpoint it is not as good. Hayek said that he is retroactively asking to keep the pediment down, although he recognizes that is not the right way to do it. He said that he could put it back up, but it would have to be rebuilt, and the contractor says it will cost quite a bit to do so. Weitzel said that in fairness, the Commission should consider this as before the fact basically - for better or worse for the applicant, the Commission shouldn't consider whether or not this has been taken off yet. Hayek recognized that he should have come to the Commission before this was taken down but added that it was damaged in the storm. Toomey asked if the roof had been reshingled. Hayek said he thought it had been reshingled, because the house did have some roof damage in the tornado also. Weitzel agreed and said that the back corner of the house had a tree fall on it. Terdalkar said he noticed the pediment after the tornado. Weitzel said that it was damaged. Terdalkar said there will be some problems if the pediment is not maintained, because the slope of the dormer is pretty steep. Hayek said that with enough and frequent maintenance, one could keep the roof from leaking up there, but it is a difficult spot to get to and maintain. He said that it would be a lot easier to maintain the building without the pediment, recognizing that the tradeoff is the architectural feature. Weitzel agreed that it was a very stunning part of this house. He said he was also struck that the copper flashing extended all the way up to the back of that pediment, so he thought something else was causing it to rot. Toomey said he believes this roof has probably been reshingled a number of times, and this pediment has probably been taken off every time. He said that it reached the point where it was put back up there improperly. Toomey said it should be possible to easily replace it so that it does not cause a maintenance problem. He said it could be angled back to give some clearance at the bottom so that water can get out and not dam up behind it. Toomey said that a good paint on the pediment, possibly an epoxy paint, would be appropriate. He said that if it is repaired and a proper finish put on it, there shouldn't be any long-term problems. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 8 Weitzel asked Toomey if what he is proposing would hold up in a very strong wind. Toomey confirmed this. He stated that one could use angle brackets with cross bracing in a couple of places, and it won't go anywhere. Toomey said there should be some clearance underneath, with brackets on it and two bolts on each side and a blackjack over the tops of the heads, and there should be no problem. He said it has to be put up where it won't cause any problems. Miklo asked Toomey to work with Terdalkar to provide a drawing for a contractor to use of how to attach the pediment. Swaim said the house looks so different without the pediment. She said she definitely would like to see it back on there in a way that will work. Weitzel said that this would be an ideal application for the funding that was provided to those with storm damage. He said it is a high expense item, but it really contributes to the historic nature of the neighborhood. Terdalkar said that the State Historical Society has established an emergency grant, and he would get the contact information to Hayek. Weitzel said the last he had heard there was several thousand left over. Terdalkar added that a project could qualify for up to $15,000, which would more than take care of this project. Michaud asked if there used to be a ball on top of the center cone. She showed sample photographs of different sizes of polystyrene pediments in the catalog containing the vents approved in the previous application. Swaim said that putting that material on a house with aluminum siding would be different than putting it on this structure. Ponto said that if it could be custom replicated and painted, it would look exactly the same. Michaud said that it would be a lower maintenance solution if it could be done. Weitzel suggested that the original pediment be repaired and attached the proper way. Toomey said that a good epoxy paint job could properly seal up the pediment. MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the demolition of a pediment at 831 East College Street. Ponto said he would vote against the motion. Weitzel said the City Attorney's Office has made a determination that it was confusing to require motions to be stated in the affirmative and that a motion could be made either way by a board or commission member. Ponto withdrew the motion. Weitzel asked Hayek if he would be willing to explore options with Toomey and staff for restoring the pediment and getting funding from the State. Hayek responded that he was willing to do so. Weitzel said that Hayek could therefore go ahead and proceed, and there would not be any action required by the Commission. Miklo said it would concern a certificate of no material effect. Weitzel said that is something that staff and the chair would just sign off on. Terdalkar said that because there is a case open in the Housing and Inspection Services Office, the Commission would need to decide on a timeline for this. He said that in a similar case, the Commission gave either one or two construction seasons for completion of the project. Weitzel suggested giving a twelve-month period, to be included in the wording on the certificate of no material effect. Terdalkar added that he and Toomey would produce a drawing to present to Hayek and his contractor. Minutes for Mav 31. 2007 and June 12. 2007. Mav 31. 2007. Terdalkar said he went through the minutes a second time and added some text. He asked Commission members to let him know about anything that should be changed. Baker said that she had typographical corrections to submit. Weitzel said that he also had typographical corrections, none of which would change the substance or meaning of what was said, to submit. He added that when there are no substantive changes, the minutes may just be filed. The consensus of the Commission was to file the minutes of the May 31, 2007 meeting. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 9 June 12. 2007. Swaim said that on page four, in the sixth paragraph, the word "under" in the second sentence should be deleted. Weitzel said that on page four, his comments in paragraph four should read, "Weitzel said that other than typos and formatting concerns, it seems the concept of neighborhoods was becoming confused between preservation districts and City neighborhoods. For example, the area the guidelines marked as the Longfellow Neighborhood has many districts in it, but its outline may not exactly follow that of say the Longfellow Neighborhood Association." He said that he also had some typographical corrections to submit. Baker said she also had some typographical corrections. MOTION: Swaim moved to approve the Commission's June 12, 2007 minutes, as amended. Trimble seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. OTHER: Burford said that the Friends of Historic Preservation held a preliminary discussion of the Preservation Plan draft. She said that Friends of Historic Preservation has asked to have a teleconference with Marlys Svendsen to work out how Friends of Historic Preservation should be represented and what it will do should be spelled out. Burford said there was a lot of discussion about financial incentives and the comments in the plan regarding the role of Friends of Historic Preservation. Burford said there were two things that Friends of Historic Preservation would like to see addressed. She said one item concerns research of the brick streets and having a policy to protect all brick streets. Miklo asked if the point would be to include a comment regarding maintaining the infrastructure, such as brick streets. Burford said that Friends of Historic Preservation would actually like to see an ordinance passed that would protect the brick streets. Miklo said his concern would be getting into something that specific. Weitzel said he would be reticent for the Commission to engage in an ordinance that would apply to both new and old streets, unless it was specifically for historic districts or historic brick streets. He said that if an ordinance would just in general cover brick streets anywhere in town, then it would lose the focus of a historic context. Burford asked if there is a surveyor a map. Miklo replied that the brick streets have been inventoried. Burford said that would be a good starting point. Weitzel said that if a brick street has been resurfaced a number of times with asphalt, the original brick will have been ruined by the grinding machines that go into the brick. He said the asphalt looks like it would just peel right off, but it does not. Miklo said there could be a statement in the plan to call out that the brick streets are a historic asset, and there should be a program for preserving them. Burford said that it crosses a line where there needs to be some advocacy with public works. Miklo said the Preservation Plan would be the place to raise that in general. Weitzel said that a policy would be about as far as the Commission can go. He did not think the Commission could advocate an ordinance through the Plan. Burford said that Friends of Historic Preservation would also like to identify and prioritize the most important buildings and properties to be protected. She said that the point is to be proactive and have a policy to let everyone know where things stand. Weitzel said that a significant resources survey might be in order, and it is something that could be done through a CLG, to have someone investigate the most critical resources in Iowa City. He said that one would have to work individually with each landowner, however, to get the properties nominated. Burford said there was some discussion from the preliminary read-through that the Historic Preservation Plan does not recognize that the City is unique in having a non-profit organization that has supported and helped nurture the work in Iowa City for 35 years. Weitzel said that he felt that was fairly clear in the plan. He said that Friends of Historic Preservation is mentioned several times and is cited as being an asset to the community. Weitzel said that one could advocate for a stronger statement about that. He agreed that Friends of Historic Preservation is remarkable and unique in its support of the community. Historic Preservation Commission June 28, 2007 Page 10 Burford said that Friends of Historic Preservation felt that the Salvage Barn was underrepresented in the Plan. She said it is a community focal point and event where people come to discuss their projects and get help and recommendations. Burford said it is very interactive and is a tremendous investment in historic preservation and in the community. She added that the Salvage Barn is operated in cooperation with the City, but this investment is not reflected in the Historic Preservation Plan. Burford said there are things in the Plan's objectives that are accomplished in part by the Salvage Barn that are not reflected in the Plan. Miklo pointed out that Svendsen has received her final payment for the work done on the Preservation Plan. He said he felt that she would be willing to have a teleconference and make some revisions, but at some point, should additional work require perhaps ten to twenty more hours, Svendsen would expect to be paid more. Miklo said the grant is exhausted; therefore, it would be good to identify key points to have addressed. He said that the Plan should be fairly broad and forward thinking, with details to come later. Miklo said there could be statements regarding a policy of promoting the protection of brick streets, etc. He said that then during the implementation phase, the details can be ironed out. Burford said that Friends of Historic Preservation felt that there was a suggestion in the Plan that Friends of Historic Preservation take on more responsibility for certain things. She said that the Board did not necessarily want to assume responsibility for certain things. Weitzel said he felt that was reflected in the Plan where it says that all educational concerns cannot be deal with by Friends of Historic Preservation; some of that has to be done through the Commission. Swaim said she also felt there was also a sense in some places that Friends of Historic Preservation is being asked to do more. Weitzel said that he did not feel that was meant in a bad way. Swaim suggested that if there were a better explanation of the Salvage Barn and its complexities, then that might help to balance things out. She said it would also show one of the ways in which Friends of Historic Preservation pulls its weight. Weitzel said these are good comments, and there can also be a couple of specific items regarding brick streets and a critical resources survey, as well as a paragraph to be approved by Friends of Historic Preservation to describe what Friends of Historic Preservation does. Miklo said that a teleconference with Svendsen with two or three Friends of Historic Preservation representatives as well as the Commission's staff and chair would be appropriate. Swaim suggested preparing draft language and specifying where it could go in the Plan to keep any potential costs of amending the Plan down. The consensus was to hold a conference call with Svendsen, Weitzel, Terdalkar, and interested members of the Board of Friends of Historic Preservation on a weekday at 5:30 p.m. Ponto pointed out that not only should the brick streets be preserved, but the stone curbs on those streets should also be protected. Weitzel referred to a memorandum from Paula Mohr, the CLG Program Coordinator, reminding people that the CLG round is coming up for the next fiscal year. Weitzel said that he planned to work on a proposal for a south side survey application, and Richard Carlson agreed to help write the proposal. He asked if Commission members would prefer to see any other projects done first, but the consensus was in favor of the south side survey. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:16 p.m. Minutes submitted by Anne Schulte s/pcd/mins/h pcl6-28-07 .doc = = .... rI.l rI.l .s El"'C:l = a.. U 8 = Q,l =~ .... 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'" (1) ;::l k".D U "" S ~'E (1) 1=l~::::E ~~~::::E~ ~(1).DOO (1)ll<ZZ .. ~ < II II II ~ II II ~::::E : ~><:OOZI MINUTES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION THURSDAY, JULY 12, 2007 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM Preliminary MEMBERS PRESENT: Esther Baker, Michael Brennan, Pam Michaud, Jim Ponto, Ginalie Swaim, Alicia Trimble, Tim Weitzel MEMBERS ABSENT: John McCormally, Tim Toomey STAFF PRESENT: Bob Miklo OTHERS PRESENT: Paul Anderson, Helen Burford, Dianne Day, Mr. Day, Wendy Deutelbaum, Wendy Deutelbaum's co-owner, Mike Lange, Carol McCafferty, Todd McCafferty, Shelley McCafferty, Margi Peskin, Gary Slauson, Arthur Tambourine, Maureen Tambourine CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Weitzel called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANYTHING NOT ON THE AGENDA: There was none. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATON: Deferred Applications. 919 and 923 East Washinoton Street. Miklo said that he has talked to the applicant about this project, and the applicant now intends to repair the structure, rather than remove it. In order to close out the file, he recommended the Commission consider a motion to deny the application. MOTION: Baker moved to deny a certificate of appropriateness for an application for 919 and 923 East Washington Street. Swaim seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 6-0. Weitzel said that the project could now be approved with a certificate of no material effect. Certificates of Appropriateness. 525 Lucas Street. Marlene Tambourine said that she and her husband Arthur and their son Chris are the owners of this house. She said that in May of 2006 there was a fire in the house, and the living room, dining room the porch were destroyed. Marlene Tambourine said that the contractor they used for the project, ServPro, did an inadequate job, and she fired them. Marlene Tambourine said that her husband is a carpenter, and he completed the work. She said she had no knowledge whatsoever nor any notification that this house, after they purchased it, was moved into any kind of historic or conservation area. Marlene Tambourine said the construction made it better than it was, but then her son was served with papers when the house was done. She said that her son, who lives in the house, attended the university. She said she didn't know what to do at this point. Arthur Tambourine said that the contractor was so bad that finally he had to do the job himself. He said the house is 100% better looking than it was before. Marlene Tambourine said they kept the atmosphere of the house. Weitzel said the general repair is not the issue; the type of windows and siding are the concern. Marlene Tambourine contended that they were never notified, although permits were supposedly taken out by the general contractor. She said they therefore assumed that everything was in order. Marlene Tambourine Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 2 said they restored the house the way they thought it should be and added that the house was not in a conservation district when she bought it. Miklo said the City has been sending annual notices to the property owners regarding the districts and their requirements. Marlene Tambourine said she has no record of being notified. Miklo asked about the building permits. Marlene Tambourine said they received a $500 bill for each of two permits. Miklo replied that that is when they would have been notified that this property is in a conservation district and that the project would need to be reviewed by the Commission. Marlene Tambourine said the insurance settlement was already used on the house. She said they didn't touch the parts of the house that were not damaged. Weitzel asked the Tambourines when they purchased the house. Marlene Tambourine said that they bought it four and one-half to five years ago. Miklo said that this area was a conservation district going back to 2000. Marlene said she was at the closing and would have been notified of that at the closing. Miklo said that usually there is a statement by the attorney in the title opinion that discusses the district status. He said there is a question here of a building permit ever being applied for, because the Building Department was not aware of a permit. Weitzel said that the Commission's jurisdiction is to maintain the guidelines, which state that the vinyl windows and siding aren't allowed in this area, without exception. Marlene Tambourine said her contention is that they should have been notified in writing that they moved into a preservation district after they bought the house. She said she was told by the inspector that this district was designated three years ago. Marlene Tambourine said this particular block contains quite a mix of things. Weitzel replied that this is a conservation district and is a stabilization zone. He said that except for the type of windows and siding, what has been done is essentially what the Commission would have asked to be done, rather than something not in character with the house. Weitzel said that the Secretary of the Interior Standards, which are federal guidelines, are strongly against the use of vinyl. He said the Commission's guidelines are based on the federal guidelines. Weitzel stated that the prohibition on vinyl is basically nationwide for historic properties. He said the guidelines are based on the appearance and characteristics of the material. Arthur Tambourine asked if the Commission would prefer he put the old aluminum storm windows and sashes on the house. He said that the gas bill for the house has improved by 40% - that is how bad those windows were. Arthur Tambourine said that the pockets and pulleys on the old windows were so bad. Weitzel said that modern windows are allowed, but they should be of wood or be metal-clad wood. Arthur Tambourine said that there are no wood windows made. He said they are clad, and the only part made of wood is the inside. Weitzel said that the sash is wood. He agreed that they are clad but said the Commission does accept metal clad wood. Weitzel said the Commission doesn't know exactly what happened in terms of notifications. He said, however, that the district was designated before the house was purchased, so there should have been notification by the realtor at that time. Marlene Tambourine stated that this was a private sale; there was no realtor and the seller did not tell them that the property was in a conservation district, but the designation would have to be in the documents. Weitzel said the periodic reminder letters have been sent out for at least three years. Marlene Tambourine asked for copies of the letters and the dates they were sent. Miklo said he would find out. Michaud said there are a number of circumstances here that are unusual. She said these are out-of-state owners whose intention was to restore the property. Michaud said this is a conservation district, not a Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 3 historic preservation district, although the wrong things were done. She said that between the lack of information and their son's not assuming the responsibilities of ownership, there are extenuating circumstances. Weitzel said that would be encompassed by Section 3.6. Brennan suggested deferring the application until the Commission can find out whether a permit was applied for, issued, or denied; and also find out when the letters were sent and the district created. MOTION: Brennan moved to defer consideration of a certificate of appropriateness for an application for 525 Lucas Street until the Commission can get more information about any permit issued, letters sent, and district designation. Baker seconded the motion. Swaim asked if the conservation district reminder letters are routinely sent to the property address and not necessarily to the property owners' address. Miklo responded that the letters are sent to address listed for tax purposes as the owner's address. He said it was likely sent to the 525 Lucas Street address, since the Tambourines' son is listed as a property owner. Miklo said he could check on that. Tambourine said that if her son had received the letter regarding the property being in a conservation district, he may have ignored it or not understood it. Brennan asked if her son was a college student and listed as a co- owner of the house, shouldn't he be capable of understanding importance of the letter. Weitzel said that because some facts are not in evidence, deferral would be an appropriate action. Marlene Tambourine said she would check her documents to see what the real estate papers say. The motion to defer carried on a vote of 6-0. 1125 East Burlinqton Street. Miklo said that the applicant proposes to do some repairs to the porch on this property and also to screen in the porch. He said the application calls for some materials that have not previously been approved. Miklo said Terdalkar provided the Commission with the preservation brief by the National Park Service that talks about when it is appropriate to use substitute materials. Miklo said it seems clear from the brief that this would not be an appropriate application of those materials - that the preferred material, the required material according to the guidelines, would be wood or a previously approved wood substitute, such as cement board, for the siding. Miklo said one of the reasons for this application is to allow the porch to be screened in. He said there are ways that can be done without greatly altering the porch. Miklo said Terdalkar has provided samples of a product that is available on the market that would have a very minimal screening and would not greatly change the fabric of the porch. Miklo said there are also alternative ways it could be done. Miklo said the applicant is also seeking to replace the shingles in the gable with cement board clapboard siding. He pointed out that there are shingles in the gable end, rather than clapboard siding. Miklo said that on this particular house, the application of the shingles on the upper story is a distinct element, and this is a fairly decorative house for this area. He said there is cement board shingle-style siding available on the market, so if that was approved, staff would recommend that the cement board shingle siding be approved there as an alternative to using wood shingles. Miklo said staff generally recommends approval of screening in this porch but doing it in a manner and with materials that are appropriate for historic buildings. Anderson said he is the owner of the building. He introduced the contractor for the project, Slauson, to give details of the project. Slauson said he was unaware that the house was in a historic district until he applied for a permit, at which time he had already done some repair work. Slauson said the plan is to put cement boarding siding on the dormers and cement board soffit. He said he would also like to use the Azek brand crown molding, which is paintable, and also replace some rotten window sills. Regarding the porch, Slauson said he and the owner would like to hear some suggestions. Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 4 He said he would like to add posts, because he has not seen an area screened over four feet wide. Anderson said that an older picture of the house shows round posts, which demonstrates that this porch is not original, although he was uncertain what the original configuration was. Weitzel said that on a long expanse like that, he has seen two frames used, and where the frames divide provides support. He said there isn't an actual column though. Weitzel said there is just one frame next to the other, and some kind of hardware hinges could be used. Slauson asked about adding a screen door; he said there is a four-foot opening, but he can only find a three-foot door. Miklo said that he has seen it done where there is a screened panel on the side and just a thinner member, maybe a two by four turned on its side. Weitzel said it should be something that is not visually as distinctive as the columns. Slauson asked if he could then not move any columns nor add any. Weitzel said the Commission could discuss that, since they were originally round, but he did not think the placement has been changed. Miklo said there are ways to screen the porch without moving the columns. He said he could show Slauson examples of some that were recently done in historic districts. Slauson asked about use of the Azek brand material. Weitzel said the Commission would have to discuss and approve that separate from the rest of the application, but the material has not been approved before. He said the Commission will need to discuss the merits of the material. Weitzel said the Commission is therefore looking at approving the screened porch, the porch floor, balustrades, front stairs, handrail, siding, and the soffits. He said the Commission should break this up into at least two motions to include the materials as well as the proposed changes. Regarding the materials, Miklo said the National Park Service does recommend that substitute materials be allowed at times, but there are some criteria to consider when approving a substitute. He said one criterion is that a substitute be allowed when the original historic material is not available. Miklo said it would be hard to argue that wood crown molding cannot be found. He said in fact it is a material that when painted and treated correctly, will last well over 100 years. Miklo said that the Azek is a fairly new material, so it is unknown how it will behave over time, whether it's compatible in terms of its shrinking and swelling, and how long it will hold paint. He said it therefore does not meet the criteria set forth by the National Park Service, and that is what the Commission's standards are based on. Weitzel said that when the Commission has allowed exceptions in the past, it has usually been when there is some sort of extenuating circumstances or a reason that it needs to be addressed and/or when there has been a lot of research done on the product. Swaim asked if this is the elk product. Weitzel confirmed this and said that Azek is the trim. Swain said the design of the floor with the gaps in it and the fake wood grain showing wouldn't replicate the kind of floor that would have been used at that time the porch was built. Slauson asked about the Tendura brand mentioned by Terdalkar. Miklo said that it comes in a tongue and groove and said that it does drain. Weitzel said that it is a composite sawdust plastic material sort of like Tyvek. Miklo said that it does drain, but the issue of drainage would be helped by having a slight pitch. Weitzel said that a traditional wood floor will swell up when it gets wet and be sort of impermeable, but the water then runs off - it sheets off because of the slopes. He said that even one-quarter inch would be enough of a slope. Weitzel said that the tendura is already a pre-roughened material. He said that one can put sand in a non-stick paint, if one wants painted wood. Weitzel added that a flat paint does better than a high-gloss. Baker said she did not feel the Commission knows enough about the elk product to approve its use as a substitute material. Michaud said that if wood is available, then the Commission is supposed to approve wood. Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 5 Miklo said that, excluding the last sentence, the last three paragraphs of the staff report include wording regarding the guidelines that could be used to draft a motion. He said the motion could include approval of the screen subject to staff approval of the screen design. MOTION: Swaim moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the application for 1125 East Burlington Street to repair the soffits and replace the deteriorated boards with new wood or fiber cement board if it matches the existing bead board soffit in appearance, use wood or paintable fiberglass columns and painted wood balustrade and railings with simple 1.5 to 2-inch wide square spindles and a minimum 2-inch wide top and bottom rail, use narrow shake shingles or fiber cement board shingle siding (instead of clapboard siding proposed in the application) for the dormers, deteriorated wood trim and moldings may be replaced with new wood material to match the dimensions and design of the existing, flat wood trim may be replaced with fiber cement material to match the dimensions of the existing, skirting should be same as the original or it may be replaced with a simple skirting that is made with slats fastened on the back of a 3 to 6-inch wood frame in a vertical or lattice pattern located between the porch piers; subject to the screen porch design being subject to staff approval. Anderson said that this would meet his needs. Slauson asked if he could mix wood with cement board, if he could use wood crown mold and then have cement board siding. Weitzel replied that as long as the soffit is done in sort of a bead mold, it would be acceptable; otherwise it should be a product that replicates the bead mold. He said that product is readily available. Slauson asked if he would need a whole new plan for the porch and need to come back before the Commission. Weitzel said the motion allows him the latitude to work with staff to draw up a plan. Trimble seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 6-0. 1123 East ColleQe Street. Miklo said that the existing screened porch on this house is not historic but was built in the 1980s on the southeast side of the house. He showed the original historic house and the addition to the house. Miklo said the proposal is to remove the screened porch and replace it with a two-story addition. He said that because it is not a historic porch, staff feels that adding living space in that area would comply with the guidelines. Miklo said there are some details that staff has some questions about, referring to the plan. He said that one of the issues is that the 1980s addition has casement windows that are not in character with the original historic windows on the house. Miklo showed one elevation that is not going to change greatly in the revised plan but one area that will. He said the Commission will have to judge whether it would be better to match the windows on the south elevation or match the windows on the historic sides of the house. Miklo said that on the other side of the house, the applicant shows the use of windows that match the historic double hung windows, so it would be consistent on that side. He said there is a question as to whether it would be better to do two large windows or a set of three windows in this area. Miklo said the applicant would like to get a lot of light into the room. Lange, the contractor for this project, said that would be on the east side that the homeowners would prefer to have more windows. Miklo said the question would be whether to use the two double hung windows or a gang of three. He said that the proportions of these windows are quite large compared to the other historic windows on the house. Miklo said this is therefore a judgment call for the Commission to make, although it may be preferable to have windows that are more in scale with the gang windows elsewhere on the house, versus the two large windows. Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 6 Miklo said there are also changes in the roof design. He said that generally this application complies with the guidelines, with a decision required by the Commission regarding the window patterns on the south and east sides. Weitzel asked if the setback requirements would be met. Miklo said this is replacing something that is already there. Weitzel said that current setback requirements would prevent the current porch from being built there today. Miklo said the difficulty with this lot brings up the question as to whether it would be better to put it to the side as proposed, or to elongate the house, which would also be problematic as the house has already been elongated somewhat. Lange stated that there are existing cross-footings on the porch as well as on the addition. He said that he would be reusing the same footprint. Peskin, the owner of the property, said that the reason for the addition is that there is only one bathroom upstairs. She said her family needs an additional bathroom, and the additional space will give enough interior room to put in a second bathroom. Regarding what kind of windows to put in the addition and whether they should match what is there or the older historic windows, Swaim stated that if the owners ever change the set of four windows back to the way the original windows would have been, they would then be left with still odd windows in the addition. She said that if the old-style windows were put in the addition, there would only be the set of peculiar ones left to replace at some point. Lange said there are casement windows on the existing east elevation. He said he would remove those and reuse them on the south so that everything on the south would match and then use new double hung windows on the east and the north to tie in more with the original structure. Weitzel said he is a little concerned with the placement of some of the windows and suggested that perhaps a skylight on the back elevation would be a way to bring light in without having so many windows on the side. Peskin said that she would like to keep the windows that face east. Weitzel said that he was more concerned with the front elevation where the windows project out and don't really match the fenestration on the rest of the front fa9ade. He said that is his main concern, especially the placement of the large, transom windows and the vertical windows so close to the edge of a room. Weitzel said that in looking at the other side of the house, that window is not quite as far into the corner, and that kind of spacing might be more appropriate. He said that because it sticks out, it becomes part of the front fa9ade of the house. Lange stated that the floor plans show that the north wall would be the most opportune place for a bed. He said the transom window is not necessary, but having the windows on both sides is what he is aiming for. Weitzel said that even a few inches would make a difference in that it would appear a little less as being pushed right up against the corner board. Swaim suggested that it be in line with the door. Weitzel said that lining it up with the door would probably help. He said that the transom is his main problem. Swaim said that some line up horizontally. Weitzel said that would be a concern as well, in that they all line up except for the new set. Swaim asked what would happen with the interior if the two were dropped down somewhat to line up. Lange said that would probably be fine. Weitzel said that he didn't have much of a problem with the rear fa9ade. He said it is a good point that if eventually the windows in the back are changed on the new addition to become double hungs, should there be double hungs in the new addition or should they just be matched up as they are right now to bring harmony to the back elevation. Weitzel said that the addition is clearly a modern addition, but it has a sort of prairie feel to it. Swaim said that that decision could probably go either way. Weitzel said the Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 7 Commission is clearly not dealing with an old building on the rear elevation. Swaim said that without those windows, it might look almost like a foursquare. Swaim said that if one of the questions is the rear view, and the porch becomes a two-story addition, the windows on the new addition could either match the existing addition or could match the old ones. She felt that it could be argued either way. Regarding the side, Weitzel asked what members thought about the side windows and the spacing on the east elevation. He said there are two configurations, one with the double windows and one with the triple window. Lange said that the owner would prefer the triple window. Michaud said that actually looks better. Weitzel said that the window size is much more in scale with the rest of the house. Ponto asked how the space between those windows would look if it was the same space as the existing windows on that same elevation on the bays. Weitzel said he likes the idea that the trim would match the other windows on that floor. He said that one could go either way with that, but if it did match, it would have to match exactly. Ponto said he thought that might be one way to tie it together. Weitzel said that the foundation isn't changing, so the Commission would not need to specify a material there. Swaim said the issue then concerns the windows on the east elevation of the addition. Weitzel said the Commission is discussing the roofline and windows, mostly, for the addition. MOTION: Michaud moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for an application for 1123 East College Street, with the east elevation to have narrower spacing between the three-window option to match the original bay, with the south elevation as proposed, and with a modification to remove or replace the transom window on the north elevation with a double hung window. Weitzel said he thought it could be either a double hung or single window there, but part of the issue is placement. Swaim said the Commission had suggested dropping the top of those two windows and moving them in just slightly to the right so that it lined up with the door. Trimble asked how much light would come in from the north side if the extra transom window is removed. Weitzel said that up that far into the eaves on the north side and partially blocked from the addition, it would not get much direct light anyway. Swaim questioned trying to match up one thing with this part of the floor plan. She said there is a vertical window, a horizontal window, and then another vertical. Lange said that the existing house is not shown on the plan, but it actually comes out and over. He said that from the elevation, one wouldn't see the windows. Weitzel said that he was fine with the two windows. Miklo suggested qualifying the motion to say that the application in other regards will comply with the guidelines, as no information has been provided regarding the materials for the doors. AMENDMENT TO THE MAIN MOTION: Michaud amended the motion to state that a transom window would not be acceptable, because it would conflict with the style of the house, and to require that the application in other regards will comply with the guidelines, as no information has been provided regarding the materials. Ponto seconded the amended motion. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. 830 Clark Street. Miklo stated that this application is to demolish an existing non-historic garage and replace it with a somewhat larger garage. He said that the present garage shows evidence of damage to the structure. Miklo said the application is to replace the current structure with a garage of 24 feet by 30 feet. He said that overall, staff is satisfied with the concept but is concerned about the size of the garage Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 8 and recommends that it be slightly smaller. Miklo said that 24 by 24 or 24 by 26 would be more than adequate to provide for two cars, storage area, and the stairway to the second floor. He said the applicant has already agreed to use all double hung windows rather than a variety of styles of windows. Miklo said that staff recommends that the pitch of the roof be somewhat less so that it does not overpower the house on the site. Dianne Day, one of the owners of the house, said they picked this plan because the pitch of the roof matched the roof of the house. She stated that they want to set the garage farther back from the alley by at least three feet so that there is enough turning radius. Dianne Day said that because there is no inside access to the house's attic, they wanted to have an interior stairway in the garage, which adds a minimum of three feet to the existing garage. She said that ideally, they would like to have a length of 30 feet to give room to walk around in the garage. Dianne Day said that there would still be twelve feet between the end of the garage and the house. She said that she could do a 10:12 pitch, which would still look the same but lower the height of the garage. Dianne Day said that she would like to keep the 24-foot width, mainly because that is needed to house two cars. Weitzel asked if it would be possible to drop the eave line so that one could bring the height down without changing the pitch. He said that a small change in pitch won't be that noticeable. Weitzel said that it should be subordinate to the main house. Dianne Day said that it would still be three feet lower than the existing house. Dianne Day said she would prefer to keep the width if she had to choose between the width and the height. She added that lowering the pitch would get it in between the two existing peaks on the house, and it's directly behind the house so that from the street one only sees a little bit of the garage from one side. Dianne Day said it was her understanding that one could have a 12 x 12 outbuilding. She said the yard would look better to have more space in the garage instead of another outbuilding. Regarding the windows, Dianne Day said that the little square windows on the top came from an old garage. She said that on the north side, there were the three little windows, and those were from the original garage and have the neat old glass in them. Day said they wanted to keep all of those windows. She said that in the front, the window by the door is actually an old kitchen window. Day said that on the other side, those two square windows are the same size as the kitchen and are from an old bedroom. She said that is why the windows are different, because they were trying to use what they had. She said that if the Commission disagrees with the windows, she would have to buy all new windows for the lower level so that they will be the same. Weitzel asked if the owners would prefer to have the garage be narrower or shorter. Dianne Day said that they wanted a width of 24 feet but could go with a shorter garage if they had to. Mr. Day said that they want to be able to have double doors, and a narrower garage would force them to change to single doors. Ponto suggested that they could have two pedestrian doors instead of one, with an additional door on the side, for access to the garage. Weitzel said the site plan shows that the house is narrower than the garage by a couple of feet, but he did not know how much one could tell that from the street. He said that the depth may be more of an issue. Weitzel said that one can have an outbuilding of up to 144 square feet, however it can be configured. Dianne Day said they were open to suggestions. Weitzel said he would defer to staff about the square footage requirements for a lot this size and the house size compared to it, but it should be subordinate to the main structure. He said that his concerns would be height and the overall mass. Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 9 Trimble said that one of the reasons it looks so wide is because the proposed garage is actually going beyond the house on one side. Dianne Day said that right now they have the garage located there only because the sidewalk from the house goes down to the door in the existing garage, so it's a little bit to one side. She said they could shift it over about three feet, because they need a new foundation anyway, and then one would not see anything from the street. Weitzel asked the Days if they were amenable to moving the garage more to center of the lot. Dianne Day said that they have to dig up the whole slab anyway, so that would be fine with them. Miklo said the garage is so far back from the street anyway, that it shouldn't be much of an issue. Weitzel said the Commission would need to formulate a motion regarding the width, depth, height, roof pitch, and placement of the windows. Mr. Day asked if the demolition would be acceptable. Weitzel said that it is a non-historic building, so it is not something the Commission would consider. MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 830 Clark Street, as proposed, with the following stipulations: the pitch of the roof to be changed to 10:12 or shallower and with the dimensions to be no more than 24 feet wide by 28 feet long, an optional second pedestrian door, the use of wood or fiber cement board material, and with the option for placement of the garage as drawn or the option of moving it more centrally on the lot so that it would be more hidden behind the house. Swaim seconded the motion. Ponto said he was okay in this unique circumstance with the reuse of the windows. Weitzel said he is concerned, not necessarily about the reuse of the windows, but with the placement of the windows - that he would like to see them balanced and part of a unified whole. He said he did not know how that would be accomplished with the number and sizes of the windows. Dianne Day said that the two little windows would be upstairs. Weitzel said that would be okay. Dianne Day said they were putting the old kitchen window in the corner to give light to the stairway. Weitzel said that was probably okay also. He said the drawing shows the windows all in one unit and asked if they could be separated a little more. Dianne Day said that they come all in one unit. Miklo asked if it would be possible to use a new, one set of windows to match those on the other side. He said that would at least give some proportion and scale relating to the other window. Weitzel said that a band of three repeated on the other side would be acceptable. Miklo said the existing location of the windows is fairly low, and the standard would have been to have them lined up with the top of the door. Mr. Day said he just drew them the way they were on the old garage. AMENDMENT TO THE MAIN MOTION: Ponto amended the motion so that on the south elevation, the double windows are to be replaced by a three-window set to match what is proposed for the north and so that on both the north and south elevations the three-window sets be moved up so that the tops are in line with the tops of the pedestrian doors. Swaim seconded the motion. Weitzel asked if the band of three windows consists of awning windows or regular windows. Mr. Day said they have never opened those windows. Weitzel said he would assume then that they are fixed sash windows. He said that normally the Commission disallows awning windows, because when they are open they are very clearly awning windows and a very modern thing. Miklo said it wouldn't be unusual for them to swing in on a garage. Weitzel said that if they are awning windows, they should be mounted to open inward. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 10 431 Brown Street. Miklo said the proposal is to replace two basement windows, one with a glass block window that would be deeper than the existing. He said that the windows are not highly visible because of the fence. Miklo said the proposal to put in an egress window meets the guidelines. He said that the glass block window is typically not a material that would have been found on a house of this vintage, but because it is well-screened from the street, staff would leave that as a judgment call for the Commission to make. Miklo added that staff recommends that rather than widening. this opening to get the additional light by going down. Deutelbaum, one of the owners of the house, said she would answer any questions the Commission might have. She said that this is a history of glass blocks, and they were used to provide light to basements in the early 1800s. Deutelbaum said the concern is that if one puts in just regular glass, rather than glass blocks, moisture will creep up in there and there will be mold, but glass blocks are sealed and mortared into the frame. Weitzel pointed out that the mortar can also mildew. Weitzel said the Commission should consider whether the glass block is acceptable for whatever reason. He agreed that the material is quite old and has a long history, but in this style of house and for the time period it was built, it was probably never used for that application. Ponto said that the window is screened in now, but a future owner may take down the screening, as it is not a permanent screen. Deutelbaum said she also planned to plant flowers or a low bush in front of the window. Weitzel agreed that it should be within the original width of that window, if the Commission allows the change. He said the Commission has allowed egress windows that match in the past. Brennan said that an older version of the guidelines had a provision that took visibility from the street into account, but that was deleted from the current guidelines. He stated that last year a couple on Summit Street was denied a kitchen window that was visible only to a neighbor standing in the neighbor's yard. Brennan said that he personally did not have a problem with the block, but the Commission would need a good rationale to justify its approval. Miklo said the difference between this and the one on Summit Street is that the window on Summit Street was on the first floor and was pretty visible. Brennan disagreed. He added that there is no permit required to remove a fence; therefore nothing guarantees the lack of visibility. Brennan said he is not opposed to this but given what has been done before and what the guidelines say, there would need to be a strong rationale to allow this. Regarding the potential of mold and mildew migrating up, Swaim said that the glass block would still be set in some kind of wooden frame. Morris, co-owner of the property, said that it would be mortared in. Weitzel said that the contractor usually takes out the window, lays mortar inside the wood frame, and places the blocks in there. He agreed that if the frame rots, the whole thing would fall apart, and mortar on wood is never really a great idea. Weitzel said that he is not crazy about the material aesthetically, and Brennan has a good point that the Commission has to be careful when saying that things aren't visible. Weitzel said the Commission has disallowed other things because the guidelines take a total view of the house. He pointed out that this is a historic district as well. Swaim asked if there are any other options, such as a translucent material. Weitzel said there is a film one can buy to put over a window. Burford said that there is some kind of frosted glass or spider glass. Michaud said that Marv's has different styles of that. Deutelbaum said that they plan to use the room for a steam shower, so it's not just the visibility but also the concern with what will happen on the inside of the house. Weitzel said that the Board of Adjustment Historic Preservation Commission July 12,2007 Page 11 has determined that the Commission cannot take the use of the building into account, so he was reticent to get into discussions about use. Deutelbaum said the idea of redoing the basement came about, because there is only one bathroom in the house with only a claw foot tub and no shower. She said the idea was to put in a nice steam shower, but there would need to be some light coming in. Weitzel said there have been other cases regarding bathrooms in which the Commission didn't allow windows to be changed, taken out, or blocked in, because of a shower. Morris pointed out that they have done a lot of work on this house over the years and won a preservation award for the remodeling in the back. She said they have been here since 1980 and have really made an effort on their house and the whole neighborhood. Morris said they would like to continue to be good neighbors and make the area very beautiful. Weitzel said the Commission appreciates that, and the awards show that the Commission does appreciate the owners' efforts. Regarding consistency, Morris stated that the way that things have been designed in the house has been to pick up these squares - the porch in the back has little squares and the old windows have little squares that they replicated in the back. She said they thought the square glass block would be a nice complement to that. Regarding the fence that screens the windows, Miklo pointed out that this is a corner lot without a lot of privacy. He said there would be a real incentive for whoever owns this house to keep the fence there, especially if there is an egress-window bedroom space being added to that side. MOTION: Swaim moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the application for 431 Brown Street, as proposed, with the width of the basement window where the glass block window would be used to be maintained as is, and if it needs to be enlarged, that it be done by height. Michaud seconded the motion. Weitzel said that he is reticent regarding the alternate material for the window. He said he would gladly approve the egress window, but he had trouble with the glass block. Weitzel said he would have to vote no on this. Trimble said she was concerned that if the glass block is used that it will ruin the consistency around the base of the house. Morris said there isn't really consistency around the base in so far as the requirement for the egress. She stated that the egress requirement trumps the historic preservation requirement. Ponto said there is a good argument that this will always be screened, but screening isn't really the issue; the issue is the material. He said he is not yet convinced that this would be an acceptable alternate material. Brennan said that the absence of a provision in the current guidelines to allow the consideration of visibility, which the Commission used to have available, coupled with the concern about the material would cause him to vote against this. He said he had no problem with the egress window. Ponto asked if there are other options that might be explored regarding the concerns about water and mold. He asked if there were a way to do something on the interior to seal the window but keep it looking the same from the exterior. Ponto said the steam will start rotting out that wood frame. Deutelbaum said that alternatively, they could use a vinyl framed window that would be okay for moisture resistance but not as good as glass block, because it has a frame. Weitzel said that the Commission would probably allow fiberglass but not vinyl, which would also mildew. Miklo said that, regarding the Board of Adjustment's direction to the Commission regarding consideration of use, he thought the direction dealt with consideration of zoning and density. He said this is a little different in terms of wanting to modernize a house. Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 12 Deutelbaum said that the only noticeable change will just be thicker glass, but it will be the same shape. Ponto said that one would see all of the mortar lines. Swaim said that the glass block is probably less likely to be replaced by a future owner, because it would be a more complicated process. The motion failed on a vote of 0-7. Weitzel said the Commission could pass the egress window with no problem. He said the options for the glass would be something in that existing frame that is translucent. Miklo said the Commission might consider some options such as a fiberglass frame or a wood, metal-clad frame. Weitzel said that fiberglass would be a good frame here. He said that it is paintable and would be rot resistant. Weitzel said that replacing the glass would not require a permit, but if the owners want to replace the window, then a fiberglass frame would be acceptable. MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 431 Brown Street to approve the egress window, as proposed; and to approve an option keeping the other windows as it is; of replacement of the other window with a fiberglass frame if desired; and an option of putting in translucent glass or frosted glass, as long as it is historically compatible with the building; with the width and height of the window to be retained if a fiberglass frame is used. Trimble seconded the motion. Deutelbaum said that staff's suggestion was to keep the width of the window, but they would like a bigger window at least vertically to get more light. Weitzel said that usually when people change windows it's because of a rotting situation, not just a wholesale replacement. Michaud said that one of the guidelines discusses not changing something that can't be changed back. She said it would be very difficult to change glass block back. Deutelbaum said that it is a question of getting more light in this very dark corner of the basement. Weitzel pointed out that it is a basement. He said there are lots of options for indirect lighting in interior situations. Burford said there is a screened glass that is similar to the rice paper that will allow light to pass through. Weitzel said that the Commission has to allow an egress window if it's required but does have design considerations over that. He said that one of the design considerations is how it looks. Weitzel said for other window replacements, the Commission almost only deals with window replacements if the windows are rotting or if there is some other reason they have to come out. He said the Commission doesn't usually allow window replacement for a design change on the house. Weitzel said the Commission should be able to work in things that will be compatible with what the owners want to do and still compromise with the change being allowed. He said that the fiberglass itself is an exception and is being allowed because it is related to moisture. Weitzel said that in that sense, the Commission is trying to accommodate the owners. He said the Commission certainly wants people to enjoy their homes but has to look at the guidelines and apply them fairly. The motion carried on a vote of 7-0. 1122 East ColleQe Street. Miklo said that this application is to add a window on the east side of the house. He said staff's concern is the symmetry of the house and that the proposed location of the window would be somewhat unusual in relationship to the roof structure. Weitzel pointed out the location at which the staff report suggests an alternative. Historic Preservation Commission July 12, 2007 Page 13 Shelley McCafferty, the owners' representative, said that the Commission should look at the windows with regard to the style and precedent for this. She said that the house is quirkily styled as concerns the symmetry and gambrel stuck on the front. McCafferty stated that the house is really eclectic as there is a lot of stylistic precedence going on with the peaked arch, the Tudor and gothic thing going on, the gambrel, and the classic elements. She said that the basic form of the house itself is American foursquare. McCafferty said that relative to what one would stylistically expect for a four-square, the window pattern she is proposing is actually very common, with two smaller windows in back in the kitchen. She showed photographs of four houses that were mostly likely done all by the same builder - one in West Branch that is identical to 1122 East College and two others in Iowa City. McCafferty said that the location of the bracket is not ideal relative to the window, but given one of the other houses built by the same builder, this is not that far out of character, given the style of the house. McCafferty said that one other point is that one will never see that perfect symmetry; this will always be seen at an angle. She said this therefore would not stick out as something that is unusual. McCafferty said that the proposal would replace two existing windows, both of which are replacement windows right now. She said they would be replaced probably with Colby or Lincoln windows, which seem to be similar to what is there. McCafferty said that they will be all wood windows to match as closely as possible what is there. She said that there will be three new windows put into the kitchen. McCafferty said that the trim and mullions between the two windows on the east side will match existing. Weitzel said this is definitely a Queen Anne eclectic house with classical and colonial elements. Ponto said that he was struck by the house on Van Buren that is so similar to this. MOTION: Brennan moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 1122 East College Street, as submitted. 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