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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-26-16 APPROVED 08-23-16Design Review Subcommittee of the Elgin Heritage Commission July 26, 2016 Minutes The meeting of the Design Review Subcommittee was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers (Located on the 2nd floor of City Hall) by Vice Chairman Roberson. MEMBERS PRESENT: Lynne Diamond, Rebecca Hunter, Bill Ristow, John Roberson and Scott Savel. MEMBERS ABSENT: Dennis Roxworthy and John Wiedmeyer CITY STAFF PRESENT: Christen Sundquist, Historic Preservation; and Cindy Walden, DRSC Secretary APPROVAL OF MINUTES: No minutes were presented for consideration. RECOGNIZE OTHER PERSONS PRESENT: None PROPERTIES ON AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION: Old Business None New Business 608 E Chicago St — Installation of metal handrails at south elevation walkway 821 Brook St — Removal of 1990 addition and install new addition in same footprint at rear of property 381 Park St — Replacement of collapsed masonry foundation wall ITEMS TABLED: 608 E Chicago St — Tabled due to non - representation. NEW BUSINESS: 608 E Chicago St — Installation of metal handrails at south elevation walkway Property manager contacted staff earlier today indicating she nor the property owner could Design Review Subcommittee — July 26, 2016 Page 2 of 8 attend tonight. Applicant requested COA to be heard at the next DRSC meeting. Motion made by Committee Member Savel to table COA due to non - representation. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Diamond. The motion passed unanimously. 821 Brook St — Removal of 1990 addition and install new addition in same footprint at rear of property The applicant has submitted a Certificate of Appropriateness request for demolition and reconstruction of rear, 1990s addition with an addition in the same location, no change in size. Rear addition demolition /reconstruction: The applicant has advised staff and staff has confirmed that the addition was installed in 1990. The applicant noted that the addition is allowing water and air to infiltrate into the home. The applicant has requested permission to re- build the addition with same floor layout and flat roof line with the exception of installing two pitched skylights for additional light into the interior space. The scope of work at the addition includes installing the following: 1. 12' -0" x 8' -0" Marvin Ultimate Sliding Patio Door (east elevation) 2. 12' -0" x 5' -4" (4) Marvin Ultimate Wide Casement Windows (south elevation) 3. 12' -0" x 1' -2" (4) Marvin Ultimate Wide Awning Windows (south elevation) 4. 3' -0" x 5' -0" (1)Marvin Ultimate Aluminum -Clad Double Hung window (east elevation) 5. Installation of (2) Velux Fixed Curb -Mount 3030 (35" x 35 ") skylights. They skylights will be raised 6 inches off of the roof membrane and angled with its highest height at 1' -0" to ensure water runoff. The applicant is also requesting to remove (1) existing window on the larger addition at the rear (east elevation) and replace with a Marvin Ultimate aluminum -clad wood double -hung window to match the proposed window found at the proposed addition. The applicant noted that this is to ensure that the windows on the interior match. The existing window at this location is in good condition. To note, this area is not original to the home as it does not exist on the 1950 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map. However, it was installed between 1950 and 1973. The proposed addition is at the rear and minimally visible from the main thoroughfare and will not be visible from the alley to the east. Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications: Additions A. should be located at the rear of dwellings, not on the front or readily visible areas of the sides of dwellings. B. should be secondary (smaller and simpler) than the original dwelling in scale, design, and placement. Design Review Subcommittee — July 26, 2016 Page 3 of 8 C. should be of a compatible design in keeping with the original dwelling's design, roof shape, materials, color, and location of window, door, and cornice heights, etc. D. should impact the exterior walls of the original dwelling as minimally as possible. When building additions use existing door and window openings for connecting the addition to the dwelling. E. should be constructed to avoid extensive removal or loss of historic materials and to not damage or destroy significant original architectural features Windows A. Which are original should be preserved in their original location, size, and design and with their original materials and numbers of panes (glass lights). B. Which are not original should not be added to primary facades or to secondary facades where readily visible. C. Should be repaired rather than replaced, but if replacement is necessary, the recommended replacement should be in -kind to match the originals in material and design. Windows clad in aluminum or baked -on aluminum are acceptable as replacement windows for use throughout the structure. Factors to be considered in determining whether the severity of deterioration of windows requires replacement shall include but not be limited to the following factors: damage, excessive weathering, loss of soundness or integrity of the wood, deterioration due to rot or insect attack, and cost to repair. As to the factor of the cost to repair windows, a particular window may be permitted to be replaced rather than repaired if the estimated cost to repair the windows is more than the estimated cost of the purchase and installation of appropriate replacement windows. D. Which are original of steel or aluminum should be repaired with materials to match the original. If repair is not feasible, replacement should be with new windows to match the original as closely as possible in materials and dimensions. Aluminum extruded windows are an acceptable replacement substitute for original steel sash windows, as long as their size, shape and profile match the original windows. E. Vinyl extruded windows are not permitted for use in historic districts. F. Which are new should not have snap -on or flush muntins. True divided muntins are preferred over these types of muntins which do not have the same appearance as historic windows. New muntins which are an integral part of the window sash and installed on both sides of the glass are preferable to snap -on simple grilles. G. screens and /or storms should be wood or baked -on or anodized aluminum and fit within the window frames. H. that are approved for replacement may be fitted with new double -paned Low -E glass that will improve the energy conservation on the interior. Only low -e glass that does not contain a tint should be used. Demolition A. should be located at the rear of dwellings, not on the front or readily visible areas of the sides of dwellings. B. should be secondary (smaller and simpler) than the original dwelling in scale, design, and placement. C. should be of a compatible design in keeping with the original dwelling's design, roof shape, materials, color, and location of window, door, and cornice heights, etc. Design Review Subcommittee — July 26, 2016 Page 4 of 8 D. should impact the exterior walls of the original dwelling as minimally as possible. When building additions use existing door and window openings for connecting the addition to the dwelling. E. should be constructed to avoid extensive removal or loss of historic materials and to not damage or destroy significant original architectural features. Staff Recommendation: Staff would recommend approval for each COA request as follows and with the following conditions: Rear /Sunroom Addition: 1. The siding shall be cedar shingles to match the existing found at the main house and larger addition. 2. That the windows match the submitted specifications /drawings. 3. The windows may have low -E glass, but may not contain tint. 4. The double -hung window shall contain simulated divided lites (6/6) with spacer bar (recommended) or simulated divided lites to give the illusion of a true divided lite window. 5. The trim on all windows must match the existing window trim found on the main home. 6. Wood step at east elevation shall have a tread of 5/4" x 12 (recommended) or 2x12 and bull -nosed on 3 sides and overhang the riser a minimum of 1 ". Pressure treated wood or composite material is acceptable. When using pressure treated wood for the stair treads, paint every side to deter any future cupping of the board. Use 3 -4 deck screws (ceramic coated preferable) to adhere board to framing. 7. Per the Historic District Design Guidelines, skylights shall be flat or flush with the roofline. However, given that the skylights are proposed to be installed on a flat roof and will be installed at the rear of the property, staff recommends approval of the submitted specifications to ensure no pending at the skylight locations. 8. All other details shall match the drawing. 9. All elements shall be primed and painted. Window at larger, 1950 -1973 addition: Staff cannot recommend replacement of the existing window at the larger addition as it is in good condition. However, this addition is not original to the home and it is at the rear of the property not able to be seen from the public way. Should the Design Review Subcommittee agree that the overall consistency of the window profile with the new window at the proposed addition would be best served by the replacement of the window at the 1950 -1973 addition, then staff would recommend the following: 1. That the proposed 6/6 aluminum clad wood replacement window fit the existing opening, is as close of a match as possible to the existing window profiles (sash dimensions, light /window pane patterns, etc.) that fit the existing opening. 2. The window shall be double -pane, low -E glass, but may not contain tint. 3. The window shall contain simulated divided lites (6/6) with spacer bar (recommended) or simulated divided lites to give the illusion of a true divided lite window. Design Review Subcommittee — July 26, 2016 Page 5 of 8 The trim on the replacement window must match the existing window trim (sill, stiles, flat stock, etc.) and may not have modern brick mould. Jim Stendler (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion. Prior owner had used the "addition" for a hot tub. Due to interior layout of the addition, a double hung (6 over 6) window and double slider doors would be installed on the east elevation. A second window on the east elevation will also be changed out to match the new (6 over 6) window. Windows will have divided lites within the two panes. Both 6 over 6 windows will be wood with aluminum cladding, due to south and east exposures. Header on the addition will decrease in size due to the height of the double slider doors. Commission acknowledged the demolition of the addition request is insignificant to the principal structure. Only slightly visible from any public right of way. Uniformity of the aluminum clad windows on a non - original portion of the house would be appropriate. Additionally, a 5' high fence is being installed which will make the replacement addition even more difficult to see from the public right of way. Motion made by Committee Member Ristow to approve the COA with staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter. The motion passed unanimously. 381 Park St — Replacement of collapsed masonry foundation wall The applicant has submitted a Certificate of Appropriateness request to reconstruct collapsed foundation wall at the west elevation with cast -in -place concrete, brick veneer (used from salvaged brick on the property) and installation of windows to match the window openings that were existing prior to the foundation collapse. The foundation wall collapsed during a heavy rainstorm on June 23, 2016. The north, east and south foundation walls are in stable condition and will remain. The west elevation foundation wall is the only area proposed to be reconstructed. The applicant was given an example of a double -hung window specifying historic dimensions. The applicant noted that they will be replacing all the windows in the basement to match the historic window dimensions found in the example window drawing. The proposed windows will be aluminum -clad wood windows. However, no specifications have been submitted at this time as the owner stated he will install windows that meet the Design Review Subcommittee guidelines and will follow the historic dimensions found in the example window drawing. Staff stated to the applicant that window specifications will need to be submitted prior to final approval. Design Review Subcommittee — July 26, 2016 Page 6 of 8 The existing basement windows were replaced without a permit with Crestline Vinyl double - hung windows prior to the Owner purchasing the building. Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications: Foundation A. Should be cleaned, repaired, or repointed to masonry guidelines. B. Should be parged or stuccoed if the brick and /or mortar is mismatched or inappropriately repaired C. Should not be concealed with concrete block, plywood panels, corrugated metal, or other non - original materials D. Should not be altered and original designs should be retained. If removal of sections of the foundation is required, such as for mechanical unit installation, removal should occur at the rear fagade or non - readily visible side facades. Windows A. Which are original should be preserved in their original location, size, and design and with their original materials and numbers of panes (glass lights). B. Which are not original should not be added to primary facades or to secondary facades where readily visible. C. Should be repaired rather than replaced, but if replacement is necessary, the recommended replacement should be in -kind to match the originals in material and design. Windows clad in aluminum or baked -on aluminum are acceptable as replacement windows for use throughout the structure. Factors to be considered in determining whether the severity of deterioration of windows requires replacement shall include but not be limited to the following factors: damage, excessive weathering, loss of soundness or integrity of the wood, deterioration due to rot or insect attack, and cost to repair. As to the factor of the cost to repair windows, a particular window may be permitted to be replaced rather than repaired if the estimated cost to repair the windows is more than the estimated cost of the purchase and installation of appropriate replacement windows. D. Which are original of steel or aluminum should be repaired with materials to match the original. If repair is not feasible, replacement should be with new windows to match the original as closely as possible in materials and dimensions. Aluminum extruded windows are an acceptable replacement substitute for original steel sash windows, as long as their size, shape and profile match the original windows. E. Vinyl extruded windows are not permitted for use in historic districts. F. Which are new should not have snap -on or flush muntins. True divided muntins are preferred over these types of muntins which do not have the same appearance as historic windows. New muntins which are an integral part of the window sash and installed on both sides of the glass are preferable to snap -on simple grilles. G. screens and /or storms should be wood or baked -on or anodized aluminum and fit within the window frames. H. that are approved for replacement may be fitted with new double -paned Low -E glass that will improve the energy conservation on the interior. Only low -e glass that does not contain a tint should be used. Design Review Subcommittee — July 26, 2016 Page 7 of 8 Staff Recommendation: Staff would recommend approval for each COA request as follows and with the following conditions: 1. The proposed rebuild area shall not be concealed with concrete block, plywood panels, corrugated metal or other non - original materials. 2. Area to be reconstructed (30LF) at west elevation shall be cast -in -place concrete with brick veneer to match the existing brick in color and size. 3. Remaining foundation walls shall not be removed. 4. Windows shall be replaced with aluminum -clad wood windows with trim that matches the existing found at the east elevation. 5. The windows may have low -E glass, but may not contain tint. 6. The trim on the replacement windows at the west elevation must match the existing window trim found at the east elevation (sill, stiles, flat stock, etc.) and may not have modern brick mould. 7. All other details shall match the submitted drawings. Miguel Domongues (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion. East foundation wall has a significant bowing occurring and must be corrected soon. All basement windows will be removed and replaced. Although the windows are in the basement, they are double hung windows not typically awning style basement windows. Replacements would be double hung (1 over 1) wood windows with aluminum cladding. Foundation could have either % bricks installed or a veneer. Foundation with exterior finish should not exceed the face of the house. Owner has saved the bricks removed from east foundation and has a method to cut the bricks in half. Commission would like staff to see and approve any proposed foundation veneer material prior to installation. Veneer would have to look like brick, complimentary to the principal structure. Motion made by Committee Member Savel to approve with staff recommendation and the following: 1) staff's approval of "veneer ", % brick or full brick exterior of foundation wall; and 2) replacement windows be 1 over 1 wood with aluminum cladding. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Ristow. The motion passed unanimously. ADDITIONAL STAFF COMMENTS: Staff to attend the biannual 2016 National Alliance of Preservation Commissions biennial conference held in Mobile, Alabama on July 29, 2016. Design Review Subcommittee — July 26, 2016 Page 8 of 8 CORRESPONDENCE: None ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn was made by Committee Member Savel. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting of the Design Review Subcommittee was adjourned at 6:47 p.m. Respect fuIsubmitted, t Cindy A. WagA Approved: Design Review Subcommittee Secretary August 23, 2016