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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
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Minutes note: Adrew Stern presents on the staff report the plan involves constructing a two story addition with a full basement (about 1,100 sq ft above grade, 450 sq ft in the basement) at the rear of a 1923 Colonial Revival home. The addition creates an L shape, with a new dormer replacing the existing (possibly non original) rear dormer for attic stair headroom. First floor addition includes a guest suite and two bathrooms; kitchen reconfiguration necessitates infilling current window bays, though these will not be highly visible from the right of way. The second floor will house a new primary suite, while the original four bedrooms remain in the historic section.
Design aims for seamless integration, with matching brick veneer, true stucco, limestone sills, and Marvin wood windows to replicate the original style. For more detail see power point presentation on file. Commission recommended with the conditions on the staff report, including a requirement for natural or acetylated wood trim instead of LP fascia and trim.
Keith Barnes (architect) and Michael Dindorf (contractor) confirmed the intent to make the addition compatible while subtly distinguishing it from the historic structure. Both expressed no issues with replacing LP products with natural wood as required. The team highlighted the importance of maintaining roof lines and noted the positive feedback from initial staff consultations.
Mr. Jarosz inquired about construction details, especially matching stucco and brick techniques with historic materials. The new stucco will be hand-finished to match existing textures.
The proposed addition is partly dedicated to expanded closet space, meeting the homeowners' desire for an "age in place" layout. Staff discussion included plumbing placement (furring walls to avoid insulation disruption) and the importance of showing adjacent houses on site plans for visibility analysis.
Ald. Bauman asked who the company was, the contractor named Applewood as their plaster and stucco company.
Ms. Peltz asked is the property will remain a single family home. Contractor response was yes.
Mr. Jarosz suggested to ensure future site plans include adjacent houses for better visibility assessment by the commission.
The Commission unanimously approved the certificate of appropriateness with staff's recommended conditions, particularly regarding wood trim and matching exterior materials.
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