HomeMy WebLinkAboutDRSC 04-26-16 approved 06-14-16Design Review Subcommittee
of the Elgin Heritage Commission
April 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 Chairman Wiedmeyer.
Chairman Wiedmeyer acknowledged and welcome new board member Lynne Diamond.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Lynne Diamond, Rebecca Hunter, John Roberson (6:10), Dennis Roxworthy, Scott Savel, and
John Wiedmeyer
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Bill Ristow
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Christen Sundquist, Historic Preservation; and Cindy Walden, DRSC Secretary
RECOGNIZE OTHER PERSONS PRESENT:
Pat Miller, Kim Bauer
PROPERTIES ON AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION:
Old Business
352 Prairie Street — 2016 Grant Application (listed on agenda under Tabled Items)
New Business
279 Raymond Street — Installation of Driveway at side yard
257 Raymond Street — Replacement of 6 windows at 2nd floor due to fire
320 Watch Court — Installation of canopies at entrances
316 -322 Division Street — Installation of fence in front yard to hide garbage totes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
No minutes were presented for consideration.
ITEMS TABLED:
None
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OLD BUSINESS:
352 Prairie Street — 2016 Grant Application
This item was tabled at the April 12, 2016 DRSC meeting due to no owner representation.
Motion made by Committee Member Roxworthy to un -table item for discussion.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Savel.
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the
following:
1. Reconstruction of Prairie Street porch;
2. Removal of substitute siding;
3. Restoration of original siding or installation of cedar siding dependent on original siding
condition;
4. Restoration of side (Chapel Street) and rear porch;
5. Tear -off and reroof with reconstruction of Prairie Street dormer
The existing siding is of a substitute material and not original to the home. The applicant has
indicated their interest in removal of the substitute siding and replacement with fiber cement
board.
Staff conducted a site assessment on March 18, 2016. At that time, the condition of the
windows, porches and siding were assessed. Restoration of the windows is not proposed at this
time. Staff performed a quick assessment of the siding and found that that the original siding
appears to have been removed when the substitute siding was installed on the property.
However, staff has advised the applicant that the Design Guidelines permit the installation of
new siding (wood or fiber cement) over the entire building only if more than 50% of the original
siding is missing, damaged and beyond repair. Staff has advised the applicant that once the
non - original siding is removed any architectural features that can be restored as per the
building's shadow lines will be required.
Somewhere between 1913 and 1950, the original 1 -story wrap around porch was removed and
a small two story side porch (Chapel Street) was constructed as well as a full width, two story
porch located on Prairie Street. An older image found in Steve Stroud's "There Used to Be," Vol.
2, shows the small, two -story side porch and the full width, two story porch in what may have
been its original design when the porches were built (1913- 1950).
To note, the applicant's submitted porch design is similar to an approved concept design that
was reviewed by the Design Review Subcommittee on July 27, 2010. However, the applicant is
unable to complete the 2010 proposed wrap around porch, but noted that this is a possibility in
the future.
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Applicant noted that the concrete stairs and landings at the side porch (Chapel Street) and front
porch (Prairie Street) will remain.
Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications:
Porches
A. Should be maintained in their original design with original materials and detailing
B. Should be repaired or replaced to match the original in design, materials, scale and
placement
C. Should be screened only if the structural framework for the screen panels is minimal
and the open appearance of the porch is maintained. Screen panels should be
placed behind the original features such as columns or railings and should not hide
decorative details or result in the removal of original porch materials.
D. Should have steps of the same material as the porch floor (e.g. porches with wood
floors should also have steps made of wood, not concrete or brick)
E. Should have poured concrete steps if the porch, patio or terrace floor is made of
concrete (see section on Porch Steps).
F. Should have wood tongue and groove flooring running perpendicular to the facade,
if the porch floor is made of wood.
G. Should have trellises made of wood, if trellises are appropriate.
H. Should be filled in as traditional for the type and style of the house or with
decorative wood framed skirting, vertical slats, or lattice panels, if open areas in the
foundation exist.
I. Should not be removed if original to the dwelling
J. Should not be enclosed with wood, glass, or other materials which would alter the
porch's open appearance.
Porch Columns and Railing
A. Should be preserved and maintained. Where repair is required, use materials to
match the original in dimensions and detailing.
B. Should be rebuilt in historic designs if the original columns and railings have been
removed or replaced
C. Should have new balusters for the railing, if required. Porch balusters (also called
spindles) should be appropriate for the building's style and period. The height of the
railing should be in line with the window sill level, if present, and no greater than 30
inches in height.
Porch Staircases and Steps
A. Should be retained in their original location and configuration, if original to the
property. Wood and concrete steps should be repaired with materials to match the
original.
B. Should be replaced with wood rather than brick or concrete, if the porch floor is
made of wood.
C. Should have their tread constructed in either 5/4x12 or 2x12 lumber. The ends of
the treads should be bull -nosed and overhang the riser by no less than 1 inch.
D. Should have newel posts and balusters, treads and risers, to match original porch
construction.
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Roofs
A. Should be retained in their original shape and pitch, with original features (such as
cresting, chimneys, finals, cupolas, etc.), and, if possible, with original roof materials.
B. Should be re- roofed with substitute materials such as asphalt or fiberglass shingles if the
original materials are no longer present or if the retention of the original roof material is
not economically feasible.
C. Should be in appropriate colors such as dark grey, black, brown or shades of dark red;
red or green may also be appropriate for Craftsman /Bungalow period dwellings for new
asphalt or fiberglass shingled roofs.
D. Should have sawn cedar shingles added only after a complete tear -off of the existing
roof materials is completed. This is necessary to provide adequate ventilation and
proper drying of the roof during wet conditions.
E. Should have soldered metal panels added as the surface material, if the roof is flat. If
not readily visible, rolled composition or EPDM (rolled rubber) roofing materials are
acceptable.
F. Should have proper water -tight flashing at junctions between roofs and walls, around
chimneys, skylights, vent pipes, and in valleys and hips where two planes of a roof meet.
Metal flashing should be used instead of the application of caulking material or
bituminous coating, which can deteriorate due to weathering and allow moisture
damage
G. Should not have new dormers, roof decks, balconies or other additions introduced on
fronts of dwellings. These types of additions may be added on the rear or sides of
dwellings where not readily visible.
H. Should not have split cedar shakes, in most cases.
Wood Siding
A. Should be repaired rather than replaced, if original. If replacement is necessary, wood
siding and shingles should be replaced with new cement board or shingles to match the
original in size, placement, and design. Wood that has been concealed beneath
synthetic sidings such as aluminum, asbestos, or vinyl should be repaired and the
synthetic sidings removed. Following the removal of synthetic sidings the original siding
should be repaired to match the original, caulked and painted. If the "ghosts" or outlines
of decorative missing features are revealed, these should generally be replicated and
reinstalled. If these features are not replaced they should be recorded through
photographs or drawings for future replication.
B. Should be insulated if the addition of the insulation does not result in alterations to the
siding. The creation of plugs or holes for blown -in insulation is not acceptable.
C. Should have original asbestos shingles kept stained or painted. If asbestos shingle
siding is deteriorated or poses a health hazard, it may be removed and replaced with
wood or other substitute siding. Removal of asbestos siding should follow hazardous
material guidelines.
D. Should not be concealed beneath synthetic materials such as vinyl, masonite, or
aluminum, if original. Original siding should also not be concealed beneath wood based
materials such as particle board, gyp board, or press board. These materials generally
do not possess textures or designs which closely match original wood siding. However,
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if more than 50% of the original siding material is damaged beyond repair, or missing,
substitute materials may be applied if the following conditions are met:
a. the existing damaged siding materials are removed prior to the installation of
substitute materials;
b. Vinyl material is not permissible. Rather, cement board is and should be
smooth without knots and be accented with trim
c. Finger jointed board stock is acceptable, however, natural continuous board
stock is preferable for use as siding.
The application of these materials must not result in the concealment of or removal
of original decorative detailing or trim including window and door surrounds.
However, if no trim or surrounds exist then new wood trim in the form of fascia,
corner boards, base boards, molding and windows should be installed.
Substitute materials should match the dimensions of the original wood siding as
closely as possible. The cement board should abut the wood trim and be caulked to
prevent moisture damage.
Paint Removal and Surface Preparation
A. Should be performed by manual scraping or by using appropriate chemical removers. A
paint shaver may be used, but with caution so as to avoid removal of wood siding.
B. Should be performed cautiously when removing paint through heat plates or heat guns
to avoid unnecessary damage to the wood through charring or fire.
C. Should not be removed by abrasive techniques such as sand or water blasting since this
can damage the wood and introduce moisture into the building.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
Porch
1. The porch guard rail height should be no greater than 30 inches from the deck, unless
decking is greater than 39 inches in height from grade, than guard rail shall be 36 inches in
height from decking (second floor balconies).
2. The top and bottom rails shall be 2x4 with chamfered corners to allow for water runoff.
The handrail shall have a % cove molding to run the length of handrail at each side of
balusters.
3. The balusters should be no less than 2x2 spaced no greater than 2.5 inches apart.
4. The handrails down the stairs should end in a square 6 "x6" newel posts with square
hipped caps. The top of the handrail should end in the columns on either side of the stair.
5. New columns shall be square 6 "x6" with simple trim detail at top and bottom.
6. The new porch decking (found at rear porch and second floor balconies) shall be 1x4
tongue and groove and installed perpendicular to the house. Douglas fir, pressure treated
wood or composite material (recommended) is acceptable.
7. If the stairs are proposed to be reconstructed (at rear porch near garage), the treads
should be constructed in either 5/412 or 2x12 lumber. The ends of the treads should be
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bull -nosed and overhang the riser by no less than 1 inch. % inch cove molding may be
installed under each tread.
All porch details shall match submitted architectural drawings.
All porch details shall be primed and painted.
Siding
1. Upon removal of the substitute siding, Staff shall be consulted to conduct a condition
assessment and make a determination as to the percentage of damaged siding.
2. If more than 50% of the original siding appears to be damaged, than replacement siding
in cedar shall be installed on the entire house with proper trim around windows, corner
boards, base boards, fascia boards and soffits under roof overhangs meeting the
following requirements:
a. The exposure of the exterior siding is no more than 4% -inch exposure.
b. Window trim be no less than 4 inches, with a top board and drip cap in a detail
approved by staff.
c. Corner boards are no less than 4 inches wide.
d. Base boards /water table be no less than 8 inches wide with a drip edge installed.
The water table with drip edge shall be constructed to run around the entire
building.
e. All missing window hoods to match shadows must be installed
3. If less than 50% of the original siding appears to be damaged, than the existing siding
shall be preserved /rehabilitated with the following requirements:
a. Damaged siding shall be repaired, epoxy preferred
b. Nail holes must be patched with putty, epoxy preferred
c. New siding shall be installed only as necessary with replacements in kind to
match the original siding profile and exposure
d. All replacement wood material shall be clear (no knots), cedar preferred and
installed smooth side out
e. All missing window hoods to match shadows must be installed
f. Appropriate trim boards shall be repaired or installed as necessary at the corners
and around doors and windows, which includes but not limited to the corner
boards and front window caps.
g. Siding shall be sanded, primed and painted.
Salomon Brito Jr and Carlos Santus were present for tonight's COA discussion:
New siding would be no greater than 4'/" exposure. (1/2 thick 6" siding) made of clear smooth
cedar.
Ghost images /details may be found when the existing siding is removed. Various elements may
be unveiled as the existing siding is removed. Commission would request to see the details for
consideration and approval.
Window hood details along Prairie Street should be recreated to match the Chapel Street side
window hoods, if space is available. Trim details will need to be returned to original ghost
images if found. Both elevations are highly visible from the street.
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East porch would be totally removed. Proposing a two story porch for south and west
elevations. The posts from the east elevation should be saved /photographed for replication.
Cement foundation will remain. Porch will be constructed above the existing cement
foundation.
DORMER request withdrawn: Applicant withdrew request for dormer. Roof to be completed
roof with architectural shingles
Motion #1 made by Committee Member Savel to approve siding with the following conditions,
1) If other non - clapboard siding is found, COA must return to the DRSC for commission review
and consideration;
2) If original clapboard siding is found under existing material(s), approved with staff comments
regarding siding, trim, etc.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy.
The motion passed unanimously.
Motion #2 made by Committee Member Diamond to approve porch work: A) demolishing East
rear porch and B) approve CONCEPT ONLY of 2 story porch for multi- tenant structure (open rail
design) with the following conditions: 1) columns and caps to be salvaged and used on
proposed south porch. If not salvageable, details to be replicated for the new porch
construction; 2) upper doors to be removed and filled with new smooth clear cedar siding to
match existing profile or install a wood windows matching in size, design and profile. Doors
removed are to be salvaged and reused elsewhere on the building if deemed appropriate by the
Historic Preservationist.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roberson.
The motion passed 5 -1 (Nay: Hunter).
General discussion and comments for porch concept noted that full plans must be returned for
commission review of details of (included, but not limited to): columns, balustrade, railings,
handrails, window hoods (which may be affected by the porch roof lines), raise porch floor on
Prairie St.
NEW BUSINESS:
279 Raymond Street — Installation of Driveway at side yard
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a
driveway at the east end of the property located at 279 Raymond Street.
The property is a lawful, non - conforming multi -unit residential property with a pre- existing
parking lot placed at the rear (north) of the property. The property was, until recently, provided
with vehicle use access through an access easement on the property to the south, and such
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access has since been removed. The applicant therefore intends to construct a dedicated access
driveway onto the property directly from Raymond Street without the need for the access
easement.
Construction of the driveway leading to the existing residential parking area located at the rear
of the property will cause the total vehicle use area to exceed what is allowed by the zoning
ordinance. The applicant is therefore requesting a variation of the zoning ordinance to allow for
the construction for the new driveway.
As mitigation for the requested variation, the application has proposed to reduce the existing
surface area of the residential parking area located at the rear of the property to the minimum
area that is required to park four vehicles.
Existing retaining walls will be also reduced to 1' -6" in height to help stabilize the yard while
restoring the historic slope of the yard. Poured concrete retaining walls will also be constructed
along the proposed driveway to accommodate the topography of the property.
Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications:
Driveways
A. Should always be preserved in their original designs, materials, and placement.
B. Should be of brick, concrete, or concrete tracks (narrow strips) if it is a new or
replacement driveway in the front or side yards. Asphalt or textured concrete
designed to look like brick pavers are also appropriate materials. Gravel driveways
are discouraged because gravel migrates and is difficult to maintain. If approved,
gravel driveways should have proper edging in brick, stone, concrete or metal
installed.
C. Should have their parking areas located behind the front building line and be
screened with hedges, shrubs, or fences where noticeable from the street. The
width of driveways in front of the building line should not exceed ten feet. In width,
sidewalks should not be constructed adjacent to the driveway and should be
distinguished by a landscaped barrier.
D. Should not be sited in front yards if of semi - circular or drive -thru design.
Retaining Walls
A. Should be preserved and maintained, if original to the dwelling (or built before
1945)
B. Should be of poured concrete (not concrete blocks) or in stone designs such as cut
stone, random rubble, coursed rubble, or cobblestones. Retaining walls of brick are
less appropriate but may be constructed. If constructed of artificial or cultured
stone, textures, colors, and random designs should replicate natural stone. If located
in front yards, the walls should be constructed using up to two courses and an
additional cap course, not to exceed twenty inches in height.
C. Should not be removed or replaced with new materials, if built before 1945.
D. Should not be built on the fronts of dwellings if constructed of timbers or railroad
ties.
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Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
1. Front yard retaining wall shall be reduced in height to that of a kick wall (1' -6" maximum
height) and front yard re- graded to restore historic slope of original front yard.
2. Retaining wall shall be of poured concrete and shall have a sloped or curved top face of
the wall. The top face of the wall shall not be flat.
3. Retaining walls along front stairs shall slope with the stairs and then meet the height of
the kick wall.
4. Driveway shall be of concrete or asphalt material.
5. All other details to meet Design Review Subcommittee's recommendations.
6. Details shall match applicant's submitted drawings (civil drawings to be submitted when
variance is accepted). Staff to review drawings when submitted.
Maggie Guo (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion:
Brick porch was built around 1996 (per John Roberson) prior property being into a historic
district.
Retaining wall should be parged to eliminate seams.
Motion made by Committee Member Diamond to approve with staff comments and the
following: 1) parge surface of retaining wall, and 2) retaining wall is not to be painted.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy.
The motion passed unanimously.
257 Raymond Street — Replacement of 6 windows at 2 "1 floor due to fire
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace
damaged windows at the 2 "d floor of the property due to a fire. The proposed windows shall be
five (5) aluminum -clad wood, double -hung windows and one (1) casement window that fit the
existing window opening size.
A recent fire damaged the second floor windows, six total. Windows at the first floor were not
damaged and will remain. It was noted that the applicant will need to install an egress window
at a second floor bedroom (northwest elevation) that will be a casement with a simulated
meeting rail to be of the same size of profile of the other replacement windows.
Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications:
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).
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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.
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.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
Windows
1. That all windows shall be 1/1 double -hung, aluminum clad wood and must fit original
window openings.
2. The window replacements must match the profile and sizes of what would be typical of
historic windows.
3. The casement window shall have a simulated meeting rail applied to the exterior and
interior of the window that is the same dimension /size as the meeting rails found on the
other five, double -hung replacement windows.
4. Window glass shall not be tinted.
John Shay (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion:
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Casement window in bedroom is needed for egress on NW side of home. Casement window
needs to have a meeting rail to give appearance of double hung window due to visibility.
Replacing existing windows that were installed about 15 -20 years ago.
Motion made by Committee Member Diamond to approve with staff comments.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Savel.
The motion passed unanimously.
320 Watch Court — Installation of canopies at entrances
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to remove
existing aluminum siding and replace with vinyl siding and exterior trim; construction of new
canopies at main entrances; and installation of new monument sign to be located at the corner
of Watch Street and the court used to access the other buildings.
The property has five apartment buildings with four dwelling units in each building. None of the
buildings contribute to the historic or architectural character of the Elgin National Watch
Historic District.
The complex was constructed in 1968. The building exteriors are a combination of brick and
aluminum siding.
The applicant is seeking recommendations and specifications for monument sign as it has not
yet been designed.
Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications:
Siding
A. Should be repaired rather than replaced, if original. If replacement is necessary, wood
siding and shingles should be replaced with new cement board or shingles to match the
original in size, placement, and design. Wood that has been concealed beneath
synthetic sidings such as aluminum, asbestos, or vinyl should be repaired and the
synthetic sidings removed. Following the removal of synthetic sidings, the original
siding should be repaired to match the original, caulked and painted. If the "ghosts" or
outlines of decorative missing features are revealed, these should generally be
replicated and reinstalled. If these features are not replaced, they should be recorded
through photographs or drawings for future replication.
B. Should be insulated if the addition of the insulation does not result in alterations to the
siding. The creation of plugs or holes for blown -in insulation is not acceptable.
C. Should have original asbestos shingles kept stained or painted. If asbestos shingle siding
is deteriorated or poses a health hazard, it may be removed and replaced with wood or
other substitute siding. Removal of asbestos siding should follow hazardous material
guidelines.
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D. Should not be concealed beneath synthetic materials such as vinyl, Masonite, or
aluminum, if original. Original siding should also not be concealed beneath wood -based
materials such as particleboard, gyp board, or pressboard. These materials generally do
not possess textures or designs which closely match original wood siding. However, if
more than 50% of the original siding material is damaged beyond repair, or missing,
substitute materials may be applied if the following conditions are met:
• the existing damaged siding materials are removed prior to the installation of
substitute materials;
• Vinyl material is not permissible. Rather, cement board is and should be smooth
without knots and be accented with trim
• Finger jointed board stock is acceptable, however, natural continuous board
stock is preferable for use as siding.
The application of these materials must not result in the concealment of or removal of original
decorative detailing or trim including window and door surrounds. However, if no trim or
surrounds exist then new wood trim in the form of fascia, corner boards, base boards, molding
and windows should be installed.
Substitute materials should match the dimensions of the original wood siding as closely as
possible. The cement board should abut the wood trim and be caulked to prevent moisture
damage.
New Construction — Primary Buildings
A. Should maintain, not disrupt, the existing pattern surrounding historic buildings along
the street by being similar in:
1. Shape. Variations of asymmetrical, rectangular and square forms are most
appropriate for the locally designated districts;
2. Scale (height and width) New construction should not vary more than one -half
story from the predominate building height typical of dwellings along a block. In
most blocks of the designated districts would require new construction to be no
more than two - and - one -half stories;
3. Orientation to the street. Most dwellings in Elgin's locally designated districts
have their primary facades and main entrances oriented towards the street and
this characteristic should be maintained in any new construction;
4. Roof shape and pitch. Roof slope ration for new construction should be a
minimum of 6:12 to a maximum of 12:12. Roof forms of gable and hipped
variations are more common on most blocks than roof forms which are flat,
mansard or gambrel forms;
5. Location and proportion of porches, entrances and divisional bays. Porches
should have roof forms of gable, hipped or shed design and at least cover the
entrance. Porches extending partially or fully across the front of the building are
recommended. Porches should have columns and railings with balusters that are
traditional in design and compatible with the overall character of the building;
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Signs and Graphic Designs — Residential Areas
A. Should also follow regulations subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.50 of the city's
zoning ordinance.
B. Should be kept to a minimum with preferably a maximum of two per commercial
business or community facility.
C. Should have no more than three colors and use colors that coordinate with the building
colors.
D. Should be anchored into mortar, not the masonry.
E. Should be traditional materials such as finished wood, glass, copper, or bronze,
plywood, plastic, or unfinished wood
F. Should not cover or obscure architectural features
G. Should not be backlit or internally lit
H. Should not be illuminated with visible bulbs, flashing lights, or luminous paints, but with
remove sources.
Staff Recommendation:
The subject property is listed as a non - contributing structure in the survey of the Elgin National
Watch Historic District. Therefore, it is recommended that the proposed work be approved as
submitted.
Adam Templer, Jim Kolback and Damon Duncan were present for tonight's COA discussion:
Original aluminum & brick exterior building materials. The exposed profile would be replaced
in kind (same profile). Fish scales would be put back in above the porches. Vinyl siding for a
non - contributing structure.
Motion #1 made by Committee Member Savel to approve siding.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter.
The motion passed unanimously.
Motion #2 made by Committee Member Roxworthy to approve as porch /canopy details.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Diamond.
The motion passed unanimously.
Note: Signage is possible on the site, however details must be submitted with a COA
application for approval.
316 -322 Division Street — Installation of fence in front yard to hide garbage totes
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to
install a new 4' -0" solid fence in the street yard along Division to hide six (6) garbage totes.
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The property is located on a corner lot and the property owner was recently cited for not
storing garbage totes so they could not be seen from the public way. The building is built within
V -0" of the north and east property lines and does not have ample space to store totes at these
locations.
The proposed location of fence and totes would be at the east side of the front porch, at
location of electricity meters.
Per the Historic District Guidelines, privacy fences shall be located at the rear corner of the
building. If a fence is located past this point in a side yard, then it shall be 50% open with a
maximum height of 42 inches. To note, if the fence is built per these specifications, they will not
hide the garbage totes. Garbage tote heights include: 41.75H x 24.25W x 31.75D
Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications:
Fences
A. Should be proportionate to the house and the design should be compatible with the
character of the building and district.
B. Should be painted white or a trim color related to the house, never left to weather or
given a stain finish.
C. Of cast iron or other material of original design should be preserved.
D. Of cast iron may be added to buildings constructed in the late 1911 and early 201h
century. Cast iron fences are generally not appropriate for dwellings built after 1920.
E. If placed along common property lines should not be placed against another fence -
double line fencing is not permitted.
F. Should have posts that are set a minimum of 30 inches below grade and no more than
eight feet apart.
G. If wood, be of cedar, redwood or pressure treated pine, cypress or other rot resistant
wood.
H. That has a decorative gate or arbors must be submitted with a drawing complete with
dimensions.
Fences in Front Yards
I. Should be no higher than 36 inches with the posts being slightly higher and having caps
J. Should have pickets no wider than four inches with spacing between boards a minimum
of one inch up to the width of the board depending on the design of the fence.
K. If applicable to the layout, should have a minimum of corner posts end posts and gate
posts which are slightly taller than the fence and five to ten inches thick with a cap and
finial. Line posts can be visible and decorative to compliment the main posts or be
hidden behind the picket design. Fences which cross a driveway or walkway should
have gate posts. Gates should be designed to swing onto the private walkway or
driveway, not onto the public sidewalk.
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Staff Recommendation:
Staff cannot recommend approval of the application as submitted, since the height and style of
the fence in the front yards does not meet the height requirements of the Elgin Design
Guideline Manual for Landmarks and Historic Districts.
If the height of the fence is approved as proposed, staff recommends that the Design Review
Subcommittee recommend the following.
1. The fencing shall be a maximum of 4' -0" high.
2. The fencing shall be painted to match the color of the house.
3. The fence shall be of cedar, redwood or pressure treated pine, cypress or other rot
resistant wood.
4. Installation of landscape material (shrubs including evergreens for year -round
screening) to be planted in front of the fence to screen it.
Andrew Cuming (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion:
Placement on site is limited due to corner lot and building being located within inches /feet of
lot lines on both the north and east property lines. Garbage totes are 41.75" tall.
Landscaping in front of fencing would soften the appearance from the street.
Owner would like to install picket fence with no spacing. Commission would like design style to
be presented.
Commission suggested setting the fence about a foot back from the porch line.
Motion made by Committee Member Savel to approve with staff's final approval of design
details to include:
1) 42" high fence to be paint to match principal color of building, 2) hip design cap —
maximum 4" high, 3) Balstrade style with closed pickets, and 4) fence line to be set back
one (1) foot from eastern place of structure.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy.
The motion passed unanimously.
ADDITIONAL STAFF COMMENTS:
Mayors's awards on May 3rd at the Haight Building.
CORRESPONDENCE:
None
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion to adjourn was made by Committee Member Hunter.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy.
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The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting of the Design Review Subcommittee was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Cindy A. W \Ide Approved:
Design Review Subcommittee Secretary