HomeMy WebLinkAboutDRSC 04-11-17 - approved 05-09-17Design Review Subcommittee
of the Elgin Heritage Commission
April 11, 2017
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.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Lynne Diamond, Rebecca Hunter, Bill Ristow, John Roberson, Dennis Roxworthy, Scott Savel,
and John Wiedmeyer
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Christen Sundquist, Historic Preservation; and Cindy Walden, DRSC Secretary
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion made by Committee Member Savel to approve the minutes of March 28, 2017, as
amended (delete "3/4" from bed molding statement on page 4.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter.
The motion passed unanimously.
RECOGNIZE OTHER PERSONS PRESENT:
Judy Von Dusen, Kim Bauer and John Marston (Elgin Heritage Commissioners), who attended in
staggered times throughout the meeting.
PROPERTIES ON AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION:
Old Business
None
New Business
327 W Chicago St -- Grant Application: Rehabilitation of Side Porch
600 E Chicago St - Grant Application: Rehabilitation of front and side porch balconies
3 N Liberty St - Grant Application: Rehabilitation of front porch
18 N Porter St — Grant Application: Construction of garage, Rehabilitation of rear porch
371 North St — Grant Application: Rehabilitation of Front Porch
120 Tennyson Ct — Raise bathroom window
372 N Spring St --- Grant Application: Rehabilitation of Front Porch
507 Raymond St — Request to maintain vinyl siding and vinyl windows that were installed
without a COA or a permit.
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ITEMS TABLED:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
327 W Chicago St — Grant Application: Rehabilitation of Side Porch
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to rehabilitate
the rear porch and replicate deteriorated circular window detail at front parade porch.
The rear porch was enclosed sometime after the 1950s as the 1950 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map
still indicates the porch as open. The applicants would like to remove the walls of the porch,
restore the flooring, and beadboard, paint existing siding along with restoring the existing,
original columns on the porch. The applicants noted that they haven't found evidence of a
balustrade on the rear porch but are open to adding one that matches the front porch
balustrade if the Commissioners wish to see a balustrade added at the rear.
The applicants noted that the circular /oblong opening at the parade porch on the front of the
home is beyond repair. They are requesting to replace the opening to match the existing
opening exactly.
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 fagade,
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
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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.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
Porch
1. The existing, original columns shall be retained and restored.
2. If a balustrade is added to the rear porch, it shall match the front porch design exactly
(design, profile, sizing, spacing, etc.).
3. All rear porch details shall match the attached rendering.
4. All rear porch details shall be primed and painted.
5. That the exterior door (six lights over two vertical panels) currently located at the
enclosed porch shall be salvaged and /or kept with the home.
Parade Porch
1. The replacement of the circular /oblong opening at the parade porch must match the
existing exactly (size, width, shape, etc.)
2. Beadboard beneath the circular /oblong opening shall be replaced to match the existing
exactly.
All elements shall be primed and painted.
Ashley and Jessica Miller (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion:
Owners have opted to repair the oblong opening (lower right side only). They would prefer the
rear porch without the ball & stick handrail design.
Interior walls do not reflect any toe nailing.
Back porch can be seen from Jackson St. Utility porch would not necessarily have had a
handrail.
Committee recommends the smooth clear cedar due to durability and longevity of material.
Motion made by Committee Member Roxworthy to approve with staff recommendations and
the following requirements: 1) Repair only of oblong opening, 2) post with stop chamfers,
3) Treated pine, redwood or smooth clear cedar and 4) rear porch with or without balustrade.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter.
The motion passed unanimously.
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600 E Chicago St - Grant Application: Rehabilitation of front and side porch balconies
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to rehabilitate
the balustrade at the porch balconies.
The applicant is requesting to replace the existing (non - original) balustrade at both balconies
with a balustrade more appropriate to the home. A historic photograph has been submitted but
it is unclear exactly the design of the balustrade.
To note, the balustrade at the balconies must be at least 36 inches high.
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.
Staff Recommendation:
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Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
Porch
1. The handrail shall have a 2 x 41/2" top rail with chamfered edges and a ball top to top
rail, W cove, 3x3 decorative, turned balusters, with a maximum of 2.5" apart. That the
bottom rail is a 2 x 41/2" with chamfered edges and a 1x routed edge placed beneath,
installed 2" above finished floor.
2. That the newel posts shall be 6x6 (44 wrapped with 1x material) with a 1x base and top
wrap and then capped with a finial to match as closely in design found in the historic
photograph.
3. That the new balustrade at the balconies shall be primed and painted.
Susan Haas (owner) and Scott Savel (All Around Home Improvement) were present for
tonight's COA discussion:
Post cap /finale to be style either F107 or F103.
Spindles look massive for size of porch. Should be reduces from 3" to 1 % -1 W. Square top and
bottom with turned design centered with less separation. Newel post proposed at 6" plus 1"
wrap; should be reduced to 4" with 1" wrap.
Motion made by Committee Member Ristow to approve with staff recommendations and the
following requirements to the handrail system: 1) symmetrical spindles 1 % - 1 W, 2) square
post 4" with 6" top and bottom dimension, and 3) top and bottom handrail increased to 3 %"
width.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roberson.
The motion passed 6-0-1 (Abstain: Savel).
3 N Liberty St - Grant Application: Rehabilitation of front porch
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to rehabilitate
the front porch at 3 N. Liberty Street.
On October 11, 2016 the applicant was approved by the Design Review Subcommittee to install
a temporary handrail system at the front porch with the notion that the porch would be
restored in 2017.
The existing porch is in varying forms of deterioration found at its porch flooring, column bases,
decorative tin roofing, and stairs.
The application is proposing the following for rehabilitation:
1. Installation of tongue and groove ( 1" x 3 1/8 ") composite decking;
2. Installation of new stairs including bull -nosed treads (2x12), stringers and risers
3. Installation of new handrails with newel posts down stairs
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4. Installation of new balustrade (top and bottom rails and spindles). Existing spindles do
not appear to be original and are disproportionate to the size of the columns. New
spindles will be larger (30) and will be turned in a design similar to the porch columns.
5. Repair of existing columns (remove deteriorated bases with new pummeled edge base
to match top of column) or if columns are beyond repair, the replacement columns will
match existing in kind.
6. Installation of appropriate skirting including 1x8 top rimboard with a 1x4 bottom
rimboard (raised 1" above grade) with 1x4 vertical slates spaced W apart.
7. Replace decorative tin roof with new tin copper colored roof in a similar design as
existing.
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.
Staff Recommendation:
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Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
Porch
1. The handrail shall have a 2" x 4 %" top rail with chamfered edges, W cove, 3x3
(nominal) (2 %" x 2 %" actual) decorative balusters, with a maximum of 3" apart. That
the bottom rail is a 2" x 4 %" with chamfered edges and a routed 1x placed beneath,
installed 2" above finished floor. Railing height shall be no higher than 27" above
decking (existing height).
2. That the stair treads shall be 2x12 or 5/4" x 12 (preferable) and bull -nosed on 3 sides
and overhang the risers a minimum of 1 ". Pressure treated wood or composite material
is acceptable. When using pressure treated wood for the stair treads, paint every side
with porch /deck enamel to deter any future cupping of the board. Use 3 -4 deck screws
(ceramic coated preferable) to adhere board to framing.
3. That the newel posts are added to the bottom of the stairs and shall be 6x6 and to
match existing columns in design. The newel posts shall have a full ball cap (5" — 5 %"
diameter ball).
4. Repair of existing columns including removal deteriorated bases and install new 7 %"
square, pummeled edge base to match top of column. If columns are beyond repair, the
replacement columns shall match the existing in kind.
5. That the existing fretwork, and brackets remain.
6. That skirting is added at the porch and stairs with the following specifications: 1x8 top
rimboard with a 1x4 bottom rimboard (raised 1" above grade) with 1x4 vertical slates
spaced W apart.
7. All front porch details shall match the attached drawing.
All front porch details shall be primed and painted.
Aubrey Abernathy (representative for WMFL, LLC - owner) and Scott Savel (All Around Home
Improvement) were present for tonight's COA discussion:
Nothing appears to be within the columns. No ghost found of pilasters.
Propose to install new 5 %" columns at bottom step will have stop chamfers; and elimination of
the Y2 post against the wall and install a mounting block for handrail and bottom rail
attachment. If the column were to be installed at 7 % ", then newel post and % posts would be
installed.
Water table stone sticks out significantly from building face (see photos).
Motion made by Committee Member Ristow to approve with staff recommendations and the
following requirements: 1) column to be placed on decking, 2) % round molding at base, and 3)
staff to approve column design.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter,
The motion passed 6 -0 -1 (Abstain: Savel).
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18 N Porter St — Grant Application: Construction of garage, Rehabilitation of rear porch
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a
new garage on the property (previous garage approved to demolished at the October 11, 2016
Design Review Subcommittee meeting).
The proposed 20' x 24' garage will be located towards the rear of the property in the location of
the previous garage that was demolished and includes the following: wood frame construction,
smooth cedar cladding — no knots, gabled roof with a 6:12 pitch, two paneled overhead doors,
and paneled service door.
The applicant has also submitted a COA to rehabilitate the existing rear porch and recreate
elements that are beyond repair.
Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications:
Secondary Buildings: Garages, Sheds, Other Outbuildings
A. Should be smaller in scale than the dwelling; clearly secondary in nature.
B. Should be simple in design but reflecting the general character of the associated
dwelling. For example, use gable roof forms if the dwelling has a gable roof, hipped roof
forms if the dwelling has a hipped roof etc.
C. Should be built at traditional locations for outbuildings in the locally designated districts.
These include at rear lot lines, adjacent to alleys, and at the back side of a dwelling;
D. Should be compatible in design, shape, materials, and roof shape to the associated
dwelling;
E. Should be of an exterior material to match the associated dwelling such as clapboard,
stucco, or brick. However, if not readily visible from the street, secondary buildings may
have exterior substitute siding materials such as cement fiber board with appropriate
trim and exposure and cementitious materials.
F. Should be of traditional materials if readily visible. For garages, wood paneled doors are
more appropriate than paneled doors of vinyl, aluminum, or steel. Wood paneled
overhead roll -up doors are widely available and are appropriate for new garages. For
two car garages the use of two single doors instead of one larger double door is more
appropriate for use in a historic district. However, one double is unacceptable for
garages of less than twenty -two feet.
G. Should have windows in the garage doors are recommended, but windows may not be
appropriate in every case for garage doors.
H. Should have raised panel steel doors are acceptable and should be painted to match the
house and set off the relief of the panels.
I. Should be in designs that are more appropriate for use with traditionally designed
structures, if prefabricated sheds are proposed to be used.
J. Should not be constructed of rough sawn cedar with knots.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the request to construct the new garage if the following
conditions are met:
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1. That the proposed garage siding material will be clear cedar (no knots) and installed
smooth side out with a 4 W exposure (to the weather). If the property does not receive
a Historic Rehabilitation Grant, then Fiber cement board (4 %" exposure installed
smooth side out) siding is also acceptable as the garage will be placed further back on
the site and not readily visible from the right -of -way.
2. The trim at the corner boards shall be 1x4; Trim framing the garage shall include 1x4
vertical casing with an 8" header casing with a 1x2 drip cap; trim framing around garage
door shall be 1x4 vertical casing and 1x4 header casing with a 1x2 drip cap.
3. 3" crown molding shall be installed along the 1x6 fascia.
4. Bed molding shall be installed along the top of the frieze board.
5. That the garage roof shall be a 12:12 slope.
6. That the eaves shall be enclosed but not be boxed and shall extend a minimum of 12
inches away from the garage wall.
7. The frieze board shall be a minimum of 8" (not to exceed 10 ") to match the existing
home's frieze board size.
8. A decorative panel to match the details at the front elevation gable panel /attic window
or a window that borrow details from the original windows on the home shall be
installed between the gables.
9. That the siding and trim is to be painted a color to match or complement the existing
house colors.
10. That all other details meet the Design Review Subcommittee's recommendations.
Staff recommends approval of the request to rehabilitate the rear porch if the following
conditions are met:
1. That the decorative porch elements shall be restored rather than replaced. Elements
beyond repair, shall follow conditions below.
2. The handrail shall have a 2x4 top rail with chamfered edges, W cove, 2x2 square,
balusters to match existing in style, with a maximum of 2.5" apart. That the bottom rail
is a 2x4 with chamfered edges.
3. That the stair treads shall 5/4" x 12 (recommended) or 2x12 and bull -nosed on 3 sides
and overhang the risers a minimum of 1 ". Pressure treated wood or composite
material is acceptable. When using pressure treated wood for the stair treads, paint
every side with porch /deck enamel to deter any future cupping of the board. Use 3 -4
deck screws (ceramic coated preferable) to adhere board to framing.
4. That the newel posts are added to the bottom of the stairs, at existing location.
5. Replacement newel posts shall match the existing in design, size, etc.
6. The flooring shall be 1x4 tongue and groove and installed perpendicular to the house.
Pressure treated wood or composite material (recommended) is acceptable.
7. Skirting shall have a 1x4 bottom rim board with 1x4 vertical skirting boards spaced 1
inch apart with 1x6 vertical framing boards.
8. All rear porch details shall be primed and painted.
All other details to meet the Design Review Subcommittee's recommendations.
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Paul Bednar (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion:
Eliminate text " W " from staff report regarding bed molding.
Porch decking to be installed perpendicular to the house with standard historic decking
treatments (1x4 treated lumber or 3 %" wide tongue and groove composite material.
Garage details: The 1x6 needs to set proud of the building face. Side service door can be steel
with raised 6 panel design.
Motion #1 made by Committee Member Hunter to approve with staff recommendations and
the following requirements: 1) 3 %" wide composite tongue and groove decking or 1x4 treated
lumber installed perpendicular to the long side of the elevation, 2) center stairs with doorway,
and 3) total of 3 newel posts.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy.
The motion passed 5 -1 -1 (Nay: Diamond and Abstain: Savel).
Motion #2 made by Committee Roxworthy to approve garage with staff recommendations and
the following requirements: 1) 1x6 must sit proud of building face, and 2) 6 panel raised steel
service door.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Diamond.
The motion passed 6 -0 -1 (Abstain: Savel).
371 North St — Grant Application: Rehabilitation of Front Porch
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to rehabilitate
the front porch.
The current porch has concrete steps leading up to a non - original wood platform (carpeted)
landing. The non - original wood platform landing was installed to allow the occupant to enter
the home in one plane versus having to step into the home.
The applicant is proposing to restore and rehabilitate the front porch. This includes installation
of 10" columns in the Doric style with tapered columns. The concrete knee walls will be
adjusted to become a stepped knee wall to accommodate the height of the landing so that it
aligns with the threshold of the door. This also allows the landing not to sit on top of the knee
wall but to be placed in between, as it would have been traditionally built.
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
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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 fagade,
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.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
Porch
1. If a guardrail is needed then the handrail shall have a 2x4 top rail with chamfered edges,
W cove, 2x2 square, balusters, spaced 2.5" apart. That the bottom rail is a 2x4 with
chamfered edges, installed 2" above the knee wall cap.
2. The handrail at the stairs (if needed) shall be pipe railing installed at one side and
painted black to blend in and not detract from the overall building.
3. The columns shall be 10 inch in diameter, tapered with a Doric column and base.
4. The porch roof shall remain.
5. All front porch details shall match the attached rendering.
6. All front porch details shall be primed and painted.
Horacio Isunza (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion:
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Owner has requested to modify option #1. Removing upper "cap" to have flush porch floor
(less than 30" from lowest grade to top decking).
Posts should not rest on porch floor. Install pipe handrail; without guard rail unless required by
building code.
Motion made by Committee Member Ristow to approve with staff recommendations and the
following requirements: 1) allow owner to remove upper "cap ", 2) install pipe handrail without
guard (unless required by building code).
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter.
The motion passed unanimously.
120 Tennyson Ct — Raise bathroom window
The applicant has submitted a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) to raise the existing, second
floor bathroom sill at the north elevation to align with the adjacent second floor window sill.
The applicant noted that the existing bathroom window sill is 10 inches below an existing bath
tub that was previously installed next to the window. The previous owners removed the
existing 24x50 double -hung window, installed a 24x32 window to clear the existing bathtub
height, installed insulation under the window and placed a storm window in the existing 2450
window opening.
The owners are requesting to relocate the existing bathroom window sill up to align with the
adjacent second floor window sill as that will give them enough clearance above the existing
bathtub. The proposed window will match the existing windows in kind. They are also
proposing to use obscure glass for privacy.
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).
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
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windows is more than the estimated cost of the purchase and installation of appropriate
replacement 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.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
1. That the proposed bathroom window shall be 1/1 double -hung, wood, and must match
in kind to the existing windows. The proposed window shall fit the width of the original
window opening.
2. Window glass shall not be tinted but glass can be obscured at this location.
3. The bathroom windowsill must align with the adjacent second floor window.
The sill to be relocated, if in good condition, shall be retained and reinstalled at proposed
location. If sill is beyond repair, a new sill shall be recreated to match the original in size, design
and profile.
Roberto Rizo (owner's representative) was present for tonight's COA discussion:
New construction wood window. Will match exterior trim.
Siding to be "stitched in" with clear cedar siding to match existing profile (appx. %" x 6 ")
Motion made by Committee Member Savel to approve with staff recommendations and the
following requirements 1) match exterior trim, and 2) stitch in new siding to match profile.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy.
The motion passed unanimously.
372 N Spring St — Grant Application: Rehabilitation of Front Porch
The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to rehabilitate
the front porch.
The applicant is proposing to restore and rehabilitate the front porch. The porch is situated
above a lightwell and proposes some unique design problems. The current porch has concrete
steps leading up to a wood porch stoop.
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To note, although the front porch was not built at the time of construction, the small front
porch was installed between 1903 and 1913 and has gained significance over time. This small
front porch has been associated with the home much longer (107 years: 2017 -1910) than the
full front porch (39 years: 1910 -1871) that was built at the time of construction.
Per the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, of which our Historic District
Guidelines are based, "Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired
historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved." The standards also
note: "Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use.
Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features
or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken." Please see the
attached Sanborn Maps for a reference.
In addition, the small front porch was constructed at the same time as the side porch.
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 fagade,
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
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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.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness as submitted and with the
following conditions:
Option 1: Porch (Removal of concrete stairs)
6. The guardrail at the porch shall be restored. If removed during construction; the
elements shall be reinstalled.
7. The handrail at the stairs shall match details found at the guardrail including its spindles,
handrails and bottom rails to match in kind.
8. That the stair treads shall 5/4" x 12 and bull -nosed on 3 sides and overhang the risers a
minimum of 1 ". Pressure treated wood or composite material is acceptable. When
using pressure treated wood for the stair treads, paint every side with porch /deck
enamel to deter any future cupping of the board. Use 3 -4 deck screws (ceramic coated
preferable) to adhere board to framing.
9. That the newel posts are added to the bottom of the stairs and shall be 6 inch in
diameter with a 5" to 5 %" ball cap.
10. That the existing columns to be restored and remain.
11. That skirting is added underneath the stairs, each side of stair stringer. A 1x4 bottom
board shall be installed 1 inch above grade with 1x4 vertical boards installed behind the
bottom board spaced 1 inch apart.
12. That the flooring at the porch stoop is to be 1x4 tongue and groove to extend past the
stair riser and top rimboard at least 1 inch and be bull -nosed at the overhang.
13. All front porch details shall match the attached drawing.
14. All front porch details shall be primed and painted.
Option 2: Porch (Retain concrete stairs)
7. The guardrail at the porch shall be restored. If removed during construction, the
elements shall be reinstalled.
8. The handrail at the stairs shall match details found at the guardrail including its spindles,
handrails and bottom rails to match in kind.
9. That the newel posts are added to the bottom of the stairs and shall be 6 inch in
diameter with a 5" to 5 W ball cap.
10. That the existing columns to be restored and remain.
11. That the flooring at the porch stoop is to be 1x4 tongue and groove to extend past the
stair riser and top rimboard at least 1 inch and be bull -nosed at the overhang.
12. All front porch details shall match the attached drawing.
All front porch details shall be primed and painted.
Rosalia and Joaquin Cornejo (owners) was present for tonight's COA discussion. They would
prefer to keep the concrete steps.
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Motion made by Committee Member Savel to approve either option (1 or 2) with staff
recommendations and the following requirements 1) if decking is installed, 5/4" tongue and
groove decking to be perpendicular to the house.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roberson.
The motion passed unanimously.
507 Raymond St — Request to maintain vinyl siding and vinyl windows that were installed
without a COA or a permit.
The COA application has been filed as a corrective action to the following violations:
1. Installation of vinyl siding and vinyl windows without a COA.
The applicant has indicated their interest in keeping the existing vinyl siding and vinyl windows
as they believe this is an improvement compared to the aluminum siding that clad the building
prior to the installation of the vinyl.
Staff conducted a site visit to the property on October 14, 2016 as the homeowner recently
purchased the property and requested a meeting with staff on site. Staff stated at that time
that this property is located within the Elgin National Watch Historic District and that any
exterior work must be reviewed by staff or the Design Review Subcommittee.
Staff also noted that the existing aluminum siding may be maintained but once it is removed,
the original siding must be restored. Staff also noted that the prior owner replaced a few
windows with vinyl and that these were installed without a permit. These code violations are
transferred to the next homeowner and therefore, the vinyl windows must be replaced with a
wood or aluminum -clad wood window to match the other original wood windows on the home.
Staff also stated to the applicant that there would be historic rehabilitation grants available in
January of 2017 for rehabilitation of the home including removal of the aluminum siding,
restoration of the existing wood windows and replacement of the vinyl windows that the
previous owner installed with wood windows.
On March 22, 2017, a Code Compliance Officer found work being done on the home including
installation of vinyl siding and vinyl windows without a COA or a Building Permit. The Code
Compliance Officer issued a stop work order on the home.
At that time, the applicant spoke with staff requesting to maintain the vinyl siding and vinyl
windows. Staff advised the applicant that the Design Guidelines do not permit the installation
of vinyl siding nor vinyl windows as previously mentioned at the site visit on October 14, 2016.
Staff also stated to 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. To note, the
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architectural features including the original window hoods were removed during installation of
the aluminum siding.
The applicant has also installed vinyl windows throughout the home. Staff has advised the
applicant that the Design Guidelines do not permit the installation of vinyl windows and that
wood or aluminum -clad wood windows are the only acceptable materials to be used for
windows on this style of home.
Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications:
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 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
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possible. The cement board should abut the wood trim and be caulked to prevent moisture
damage.
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.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff does not recommend approval of the application as submitted, as the proposed material
(vinyl) does not meet the material requirements of the Elgin Design Guideline Manual for
Landmarks and Historic Districts.
Sophia Li (owner) was present for tonight's COA discussion. Owner indicated interior work was
being done in the fall. Contractor installed the siding without permit.
Committee confirmed that modern materials (vinyl siding) was placed over the original siding
AFTER the aluminum siding was removed from the structure. They also affirmed that siding
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permits for repairs and /or replacements are required for all properties within the City of Elgin.
Window replacements (when meeting guideline requirements for removal) within the historic
districts must be completed with building permit and are required to be solid wood or wood
with aluminum clad exterior.
Motion made #1 by Committee Member Savel to approve the siding (vinyl material) as
installed.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Hunter.
Chairman Weidmeyer requested a roll -call vote for this item.
The motion fjailed 7 -0.
Motion made #2 by Committee Member Savel to approve the window replacements (vinyl
material) as installed.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Diamond.
Chairman Weidmeyer requested a roll -call vote for this item.
The motion bZ1kd 7 -0.
The appeal process was explained to the property owner. If appeal is not received with 10
business days from the city's letter; homeowner must remove vinyl siding & restore the original
wood siding. Additionally, the homeowner must remove the vinyl windows & replace with
appropriate style solid wood or wood with aluminum clad exterior. Both siding and window
work must be approved via a COA by staff.
ADDITIONAL STAFF COMMENTS:
Grant review by staff and committee on April 19th at city hall.
Mayor's Award ceremony on May 2nd at 1 Douglas Avenue.
CORRESPONDENCE:
None
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion to adjourn was made by Committee Member Roberson.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Savel.
The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting of the Design Review Subcommittee was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted.
Cindy A. Iden Approved:
Design R iew Subcommittee Secretary May 9, 2017