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Home My WebLink About11-03-2008 Historic Preservation Commission IOWA CITY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Monday, November 3, 2008 City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street Planning and Community Development Conference Room SPECIAL MEETING 5:15 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Public discussion of anything not on the agenda C. Certificate of Appropriateness: 1. 524 N Johnson St D. Adjournment Staff Report November 3, 2008 Historic Review for 524 N Johnson Street Structure: Iowa City Landmark and National Register property Classification: NA The applicants, Preucil School of Music, are requesting approval for a proposed alteration and repair project at 524 N Johnson Street, the Czecho Slovakian Association Hall, an Iowa City Landmark and National Register property. The project consists replacing the standing seam metal roof with a synthetic wood shingle roof. Applicable Regulations and Guidelines: 4.0 Iowa City Historic Preservation Guidelines for Alterations 4.4 Mass and Rooflines Staff Comments The Czecho Slovakian Association Hall is 2-story brick structure, was constructed in ca. 1900, and shows some colonial revival style influence. The loss of a balustrade from the roof of the porch has been the only substantial exterior change. The hipped roof is currently covered in a standing seam metal roof and is terminated by a classical cornice, except at the comers where the slightly projecting comer pavilions have a decorative brick parapet that extends above the cornice line. The interior retains its auditorium, with stenciled walls and hand painted stage backdrop. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 for its important social history. The structure was originally built as a meeting place for the Czechoslovakian Protective Society Oater Czecho Slovakian Association). This local association was organized by Czech immigrants to Iowa City, who lived almost exclusively in the north and northeast parts of town. The es.p.s assisted its members in time of need, and maintained a busy calendar of social, cultural, educational, and gymnastic events. Approximately 10 years ago, the applicant replaced a standing seam metal roof with a new standing seam metal roof using a traditional method of installation. According to the applicant, there have been roof problems since that time. Within one year of installation, the new roof was leaking. The original contractor, Cornerstone Restoration, came out to put on a sealant. A couple of years later it was leaking again. Again, the original contractor came out and put on another coat of sealant. Now a couple of years later, the roof is leaking again and the original contractor is out of business. The applicant contacted four contractors to come out to give a quote for putting on another coat of sealant to stop the leaking. Only one individual showed up and he would not place a bid because he had felt that the roof needed to be replaced and a third coat of sealant would only last a few years. This led the applicant to begin looking at alternative solutions. While looking at historic photos, one was found from 1904 that showed a roof that was not a standing seam metal roof. According to the applicant, it is believed that the original roof was wood shingles. Although the material is not entirely clear in the historic photograph, it is clear that it was a smooth material, possibly metal shingle, wood shingle, or even rolled asphalt. With this information, the applicant began contacting contractors about replacing the roof. Two contractors were able to give bids on the roof. ASI Custom Sheet Metal gave a bid on replacing the roof with a new standing seam metal roof. Smith and Wood Construction gave a bid on replacing the roof with a synthetic material that has the appearance of wood shingles. In order to return the building back to its original appearance and in order to reduce costs, Preucil School of Music would like to use the synthetic material that has the appearance of wood shingles. The applicant also does not have a lot of confidence in another new standing seam metal roof. The synthetic material being proposed is a product by Da Vinci Roofscapes. It is an artificial cedar shake that is created to have the appearance of a natural rough-hewn cedar shake. The applicant has provided product information and photographs of a house with this type of shingle. The applicant also intends to bring a product sample to the meeting. Staff is not familiar with this shingle material. To solicit some professional opinions of what the appropriate roofing material may be, Staff contacted Jack Porter, the Preservation Consultant at the State Historic Preservation Office, and Marlys Svendsen, an Architectural Historian with Svendsen Tyler, Inc. These correspondences are included in your packet. Jack Porter notes that a metal roof does not meet the Secretary of Interior Standards in his opinion, not because of the material, but because of the texture and profile. He recommends wood, slate, or high quality asphalt as appropriate roofing materials for this building. He also notes that all of these materials need a high quality flashing to be effective. Marlys Svendsen is also not certain of the original roofing material, but notes that it could have been inexpensive rolled asphalt and that as the organization could afford it, a standing seam metal roof was applied. Marlys states that the first standing seam metal roof was likely installed in 1918, making the 80-year old standing seam metal roof an "historic alteration" when it was replaced approximately 10 years ago. She advocates for a new standing seam roof despite the poor performance, as this type of roof has become a defining feature of the building. She says that without knowing what the non-metal material that preceded the historic standing seam metal, she would not opt for a non-metal roof. She does note that a high quality asphalt shingle may be a better choice than the synthetic material proposed by the applicant. The applicant wants to get the work started on the roof immediately. There is damage to the interior of the historic auditorium due to the water coming into the building. Photographs of the damage are included in the packet. Staff Recommendation The Commission needs to determine if the standing seam metal roof is a historic alteration that is worth preserving. If it is found that it is, then staff recommends for the roof to be replaced with a new standing seam metal roof. Staff does not believe that the traditional installation method used 10 years ago is necessary and recommends using a more modern standing seam metal roof as used on the Old Capitol or any number of residential houses in Iowa City. If the Commission determines that returning the roofmg material back to something more reminiscent of the original roofing material, then the Commission needs to decide if using the synthetic wood shake shingles as proposed or an asphalt shingle with the appearance of wood shingles is more appropriate. No matter what type of roofing material is used, Staff recommends the use of a high quality flashing material in order to help prevent further leaking. Application for Historic Review Application for alterations to the exterior of historic landmarks or properties 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 Thursday two weeks prior to the meeting. See attached document for application deadlines and meeting dates. For Staff Use:. ? Date submitted ...1().~Z.2:..Q8..................... D Certificate of No Material Effect J{ Certificate of Appropriateness D Major review D Intermediate review D Minor review Applicant Information (Please check primary contact person) G Owner y~.~~.?~~.?~.~~.?~ .9.~..~.~.~!~... ........ ..... ........ ................. Phone .~.~.~.:~.~ !.~~. ~~..~..~.~.~....(~.~.'Y.. ~.~~. .~~.~~.~~~.~~~.~~. Add ress . ~.?~. .~:..~~.~~.~~.~.?~.~~.~~......(~~.~!.~:..~~~.~~.~~). Iowa City, IA . 52245 .................................................................................Zlp................... emai I. ~~~~.~~i.?~~9.~.~p..~~.~~.i.I:.?r.~. .... ............. ......... .............. o Contractor .~.~r.~..~.~!~.~........................................................ Add ress .~.!.!.~. .~.i.~~.~~.~~.~ry:.~9.~.~.~.~................ ........ ........... Iowa City, IA . 52240 .................................................................................Zlp................... 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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 describe the scope of the project. Provide a written description of the proposed project on the second page of this application. Property Information Address of property .~.?~..~:..~.~.~~.~~.~.?~.~~.~~......... ....................... .~~~~..~!~X:..I.~..~~~::1:~............................................................................ Use of property .~.~~.i.?.~~.~~~!........................................................... . 1900 Date constructed (If known) ............................................................... 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Ives I Depends on Manufacturer CONTACT US ABOUT US PRIVACY POLICY SITE MAP 1413 Osage Ave. Kansas City, KS 66105 I Phone: 913-599-0766 I Fax: 913-599-0065 Toll-free: 800-DaVinci (328-4624) D .g PJ(f) ::! .::r- cnPJ g@ o c is: ([) 1- L o :r ~ f a.o ~~ ~ ....... g>~ Cln Ei ....... ~: (fJ g -- a,f# ~(D ~ o r f o ~~ f~ 2 R 3 _. ;.(fJ ~::r-' r.~ ~(D ~ 1- II Page 1 of 1 http://www.pueblouniondepot.com/P721 0942_ 030.JPG 10/28/2008 Page 1 of 1 http://www.pueblouniondepot.com/P721 093 9 _ 029.JPO 10/28/2008 Page 1 of 1 http://www.pueblouniondepot.com!P721 0948_ 038.JPG 10/28/2008 Page 1 of 1 '----" Christina Kuecker From: Marlys Svendsen [svendsentyler@centurytel.net] Sent: Friday, October 24,2008 10:45 AM To: Christina Kuecker Cc: 'Porter, Jack [DCA]' Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music Christina, If the building photo from 1904 is accurate, the non-standing seam metal roof shown was replaced by ca. 1918 making the 80-year old standing seam metal roof an "historic alteration" when it was replaced in ca. 1998. It looks like the original roof was perhaps a flat metal seam (not as successful for the amount of pitch in the building's roof). Another possibility is that the original roofing was inexpensive rolled asphalt available by ca. 1900 and that the more expensive standing seam roof was added when the CSPS organization could afford it after WW I. The organization would have had an influx of new members with the immigration wave that came in those years and might have been able to afford a more expensive replacement roof. If the CSPS has its minutes available, this should be able to be researched. Have you contacted Marybeth Slonneger? She might know if records survive or have a photo of the building. 1 would probably try to encourage the application of a new standing seam roof (a confirmed, historic alteration) despite the organization's poor experience. The historic alteration of this building with this roof material has become a defining feature of the building. Poor success with an inexperienced roofer can be overcome with a more experienced roofer. Surely with the number of metal roofs being applied in Iowa City these days there are local firms around to do this. If I were the Preucil School I would also try to get compensation from the 1998 roofing company. A standing seam roof should minimally have lasted 20 years and with any luck, much longer. I recognize that this is a complicated issue but I wouldn't opt for a non-metal roof without knowing what non- metal- if any - preceded the historic standing seam metal. I would contact several of the experienced preservation contractors in town to see who they would use/trust for a metal roof installation. Marlys 10/24/2008 Page lof3 "---' ---/ Christina Kuecker From: Marlys Svendsen [svendsentyler@centurytel.net] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,200810:01 PM To: Christina Kuecker Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music Christina, Ifno one has already told you, try Marybeth Slonnenger for a better photo of the CSPS Hall. Also, Mary Bennett at the SHSI would know with a phone call if they have a good photo in their collection. Jack is correct. The flashing will be the most important issue. I would recommend copper though the cost is high right now. I find it hard to believe the roof was slate. I think it is more likely that it was a metal shingle. Use of a high quality asphaltic shingle may be the better choice if the actual material cannot be identified. The standing seam metal roof that predated the most recent one had gained historic value because of its long-term presence but given their experience with the replacement application I understand their concern. I will wait to see what your photo research shows. Marlys From: Christina Kuecker [mailto:Christina-Kuecker@iowa-city.org] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,20083:00 PM To: Porter, Jack [DCA] Cc: Marlys Svendsen Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music This is the photo from 1904. Christina Kuecker Associate Planner City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)356-5243 christina-kuecker@iowa-city.org From: Porter, Jack [DCA] [mailto:Jack.Porter@iowa.gov] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,20082:45 PM To: Christina Kuecker Cc: 'Marlys Svendsen' Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music You should have plenty of roofers in Iowa City who are qualified. I have included a reference for the Renaissance Restoration out of Galena. Marlys may have a better handle than I on good quality contractors in Eastern Iowa. Jack C. Porter Preservation Consultant State Historical Society of Iowa 600 E. Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0290 p: 515.242.6152 f: 515.282.0502 10/23/2008 Page 2 of3 '-" From: Christina Kuecker [mailto:Christina-Kuecker@iowa-city.org] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,20082:40 PM To: Porter, Jack [DCA] Cc: Marlys Svendsen Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music I have not seen the historic photos, but I believe they are going to be submitting them to me later today. I wiII forward the photos as soon as I receive them. Although the school would like to do something historically accurate, cost is an issue because they are a non-profit organization. When getting bids for a new metal roof and this product, the bid differed by $40,000. I'm not sure where a wood shingle roof would fall in this range. Do you have any suggestions on someone in this part of the state who could possibly give a bid/opinion on the different options? Christina Kuecker Associate Planner City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington 8t. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)356-5243 christina-kuecker@iowa-city .org From: Porter, Jack [DCA] [mailto:Jack.Porter@iowa.gov] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,20082:32 PM To: Christina Kuecker Cc: 'Marlys Svendsen' Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music You said the roof was a shingle roof. The material you have shown is a shake roof. They are not the same. Have you considered going back to a wood shingle roof? Jack C. Porter Preservation Consultant State Historical Society of Iowa 600 E. Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0290 p: 515.242.6152 f: 515.282.0502 From: Christina Kuecker [mailto:Christina-Kuecker@iowa-city.org] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,2008 II :58 AM To: Porter, Jack [DCA] Cc: Marlys Svendsen Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music This is the material they are thinking of using for the wood shingle. It is a synthetic material. http://www.davinciroofscapes.com/davinci-for-homeowners/davinci-shake/shake-features.htm Any experience with or opinions of this material. Christina Kuecker Associate Planner 10/23/2008 Page 3 of3 "-- ~ City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington 8t. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)356-5243 christina-kuecker@iowa-city.org From: Christina Kuecker Sent: Wednesday, October 22,2008 II :53 AM To: 'Porter, Jack [DCA]' Cc: 'Marlys Svendsen' Subject: Preucil School of Music Good Morning, I just had a meeting with the Board of Preucil School of Music about their roof. 10 years ago, they had a new standing seam metal roof put on to replace an approximately 80-year-old standing seam metal roof. The new roof has begun to leak and apparently was installed incorrectly. This is apparently causing damage to the historic auditorium. The Board has historic photographs of a wood shingle roof and would like to go back to this option, as they do not have a lot of faith in another new metal roof. I am seeking your opinion on whether or not this is something that should even be considered. The building is on the National Register and is an Iowa City Local Landmark. Your quick response would be appreciated, as we are trying to determine if a special meeting of the HPC needs to be called to address this issue. Thank you, Christina Kuecker Associate Planner City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington 8t. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)356-5243 christina-kuecker@iowa-city.org 10/2312008 Page 10f3 '--" Christina Kuecker From: Sent: To: Porter, Jack [DCA] [Jack.Porter@iowa.gov] Wednesday, October 22,20084:12 PM Christina Kuecker Cc: 'Marlys Svendsen' Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music The photo tells me the roof was not metal, but a smooth material. That material could be wood or it could have been slate. Do you know for sure the roof was a shingle roof? Assuming it was a shingle roof of some sort, we can tell you the metal roof did not meet the Sec. of Interior Standards, not be cause of the material choice, but because of the texture and profile of the roof. Therefore, acceptable shingle roofing material would be wood, slate or a high quality asphalt. However, all these materials need a high quality flashing to be effective. I would also recommend a metal ridge rather than a material ridge. I know that a rounded ridge roof would appear to change the character slightly, but is a preferred ridging material. Jack C. Porter Preservation Consultant State Historical Society of Iowa 600 E. Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0290 p: 515.242.6152 f: 515.282.0502 From: Christina Kuecker [mailto:Christina-Kuecker@iowa-city.org] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,20083:00 PM To: Porter, Jack [DCA] Cc: Marlys Svendsen Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music This is the photo from 1904. Christina Kuecker Associate Planner City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)356-5243 chris tina - kuecker@iowa-city.org From: Porter, Jack [DCA] [mailto:Jack.Porter@iowa.gov] Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 2:45 PM To: Christina Kuecker Cc: 'Marlys Svendsen' Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music You should have plenty of roofers in Iowa City who are qualified. I have included a reference for the Renaissance Restoration out of Galena. Marlys may have a better handle than I on good quality contractors in Eastern Iowa. 10/23/2008 Page 2 of3 "- ----./ Jack C. Porter Preservation Consultant State Historical Society of Iowa 600 E. Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0290 p: 515.242.6152 f: 515.282.0502 From: Christina Kuecker [mailto:Christina-Kuecker@iowa-city.org] Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 2:40 PM To: Porter, Jack [DCA] Cc: Marlys Svendsen Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music I have not seen the historic photos, but I believe they are going to be submitting them to me later today. will forward the photos as soon as I receive them. Although the school would like to do something historically accurate, cost is an issue because they are a non-profit organization. When getting bids for a new metal roof and this product, the bid differed by $40,000. I'm not sure where a wood shingle roof would fall in this range. Do you have any suggestions on someone in this part of the state who could possibly give a bid/opinion on the different options? Chris tina Kuecker Associate Planner City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, LA 52240 (319)356-5243 chris una - kuecker@iowa-city.org From: Porter, Jack [DCA] [mailto:Jack.Porter@iowa.gov] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,20082:32 PM To: Christina Kuecker Cc: 'Marlys Svendsen' Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music You said the roof was a shingle roof. The material you have shown is a shake roof. They are not the same. Have you considered going back to a wood shingle roof? Jack C. Porter Preservation Consultant State Historical Society of Iowa 600 E. Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0290 p: 515.242.6152 f: 515.282.0502 10/23/2008 10/23/2008 Page 3 of3 From: Christina Kuecker [mailto:Christina-Kuecker@iowa-city.org] Sent: Wednesday, October 22,2008 11:58 AM To: Porter, Jack [DCA] Cc: Marlys Svendsen Subject: RE: Preucil School of Music This is the material they are thinking of using for the wood shingle. It is a synthetic material. httR:/ /www.davinGiro.9k~es.g>m[davinci-for-homeowners/davinci-shake/shake-features.htm Any experience with or opinions of this material. Christina Kuecker Associate Planner City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)356-5243 christina - kuecker@iowa-city.org From: Christina Kuecker Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 11:53 AM To: 'Porter, Jack [DCA]' Cc: 'Marlys Svendsen' Subject: Preucil School of Music Good Morning, I just had a meeting with the Board of Preucil School of Music about their roof. 10 years ago, they had a new standing seam metal roof put on to replace an approximately 80- year-old standing seam metal roof. The new roof has begun to leak and apparently was installed incorrectly. This is apparently causing damage to the historic auditorium. The Board has historic photographs of a wood shingle roof and would like to go back to this option, as they do not have a lot of faith in another new metal roof. I am seeking your opinion on whether or not this is something that should even be considered. The building is on the National Register and is an Iowa City Local Landmark. Your quick response would be appreciated, as we are trying to determine if a special meeting of the HPC needs to be called to address this issue. Thank you, Christina Kuecker Associate Planner City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)356-5243 christina -kuecker@iowa-city.org Asa Cus"~m Sheet Me.al, Inc. '-- . ./ 315 W. Cherry St. #8 Box 466 North Liberty Iowa 52317 Phone: 319-626-3880'Fax: 319-626-3118 bS lsheettnetal@southslope.net Thursday, September 04, 2008 Preucil School of Music 524 Johnson St. Removal of the existing metal roof. Installation of 7/16 OSB sheeting, high temp water & ice shield, I inch Pac Clad standing seam metal root: flashing & trim. All material and labor to install. $119,685.00 Price is good for 30 days. -- July 28, 2008 '- -...r Preucil School of Music 524 N. Johnson Street Iowa City, IA 52245 Proposal to re-roof Preucil School of Music Labor and Material to install composite shingles: Remove existing metal roof and paper underlayment. Add~" CDX fir plywood over existing 1" x 6" skip sheathing. Cover with Certainteed Winterguard underlayment. Install T.P.O. roofing behind parapet walls on corners 12" up sidewalls, 24" up roof slope. Install DaVinci shake style shingles, 10" exposure interwoven with 30 Ib asphalt felt. Nails to be stainless steel, ring shank. Install continuous ridge vent at roof peak. Work could begin as soon as October 10, 2008 and would require approximately 6 weeks to complete. Additional repair of soffit, fascia and crown molding would be billed at time and material. Da Vinci shingles including starter and hip/ridge, with freight Drip edge, custom Nails, stainless steel 52 squares Winterguard underlayment 80 squares 30 lb. asphalt felt T.P.O. roofing Dumpster rental and landfill fees Scaffolding rental Lift rental, 30 day plus delivery 1564' x 8' x ~" CDX fir Demo labor including scaffold setup, 288 hours @ $44 Shingle labor, 400 hours @ $44 Sheathing labor, 72 hours @ $44 Permits, misc. material, portable toilet Combined costs 10% mark-up Total Contract $21,281.00 250.00 500.00 3,786.00 2,310.00 2,405.00 1,650.00 1,074.00 3,862.00 2,333.00 12,672.00 17,600.00 3,168.00 3,000.00 $75,891.00 7,589.00 $83,480.00 If actual combined costs total less than proposed ($75,891.00),50% of savings will be credited to owner. 30% payment of total contract is requested on delivery of shingles with balance of work to be billed on completion of project. Contractor: Owner: Mark Smith Smith and Wood Construction, Inc. Signature Preucil School of Music Date :#-5