| 6/13/2016 | 0 |
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
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Minutes note: Ms. Hatala said that exterior renovations were first heard by HPC on June 15, 2009 and the proposal was for horizontal, cement board clabbards.
The applicant is requesting to apply EIFS finish, which has had some failures in the past. In 2009, true stucco could have been a staff approval, but all other exterior sidings would need full HPC approval. Historically HPC has not approved the use of EIFS finish for historic buildings, but in this situation the original cladding is EIFS and the building isn't, although it has a historical look, it is of a newer age. The owner is aware of the criticism related to EIFS and feels that it wiill not be an issue. Ms. Hatala does support the application and notes the windows and doors will be reconstructed as they were. The building was built before the historic district existed.
Jeffery Falstead - Solid State Architecture - he doesn't think stucco will work well over the large area that is needed. He thinks the EIFS will give the same appearance and will perform well. Application methods have improved since 1982 and stucco will result in moisture and water damage.
Sandy Deer - Hosepy - resident and president of the condo association - they have 22 residents that are investing a lot in the building and she's not sure what the residents will do if stucco is required. The windows, doors and patio doors will be replaced as well. Mr. Williams understands the owners' dilemmas and he supports this very narrow instance in approval of EIFS. Although the building was well-maintained, the siding wasn't well-installed and with this installation it will not last merely 35 years.
Mr. Williams moved as this building was built prior to the district being created, stucco will not work with the large area and the applicant will work with staff for the details relating to other elements (doors, windows).
| Pass | 5:0 |
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