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09/16/2020 MinutesPresent Chris Dux, Chairman Matt Coyle, Vice Chairman Randy Hider, Secretary Laura Caffey Glee Emmite Linda Vandiver Cheri Bedford, Staff Linda Knox, Council Liaison MEETINGMINTUES, am, SEPTEMBER 16,2020 Absent Guests: Rick Werstein David Thrasher 1. Chairman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. 2. The meeting minutes of the August 12, 2020 were approved by acclamation. 3. Discussion and Possible Action on the following Certificates of Appropriateness A. Mr. Thrasher presented photos of the house located at 937 South Main, explaining the house is not worth the cost of rehabilitation, stating that the cost of repair was more than the value. Commissioner Dux asked the Mr. Thrasher if he would be able to salvage the windows or any other historic fabric. Commissioner Caffey said she would help assist with the window removal. A motion was made to approve the demolition by Commissioner Coyle, and seconded by Commissioner Vandiver. Motion carried. B. 562 SW 1' ST. Mr Werstein reported the condition of the house was very deteriorated. There are two trees on the north side that he believes are keeping the house from falling. The house has rotated on its foundation approximately 8 inches, and he has presently stabilized the home. He stated that he had considered demolition of the home due to its condition, however decided to rehabilitate it and get it back into service, hoping improve the neighborhood instead of having a vacant lot. He stated he also owns the house next door and would like to improve it someday. Chairman Dux opened the floor for comments on the Certificate of Appropriateness. He then expressed his only concern with the COA presented is the request for replacement vinyl window. Chairman Dux clarified vinyl materials are not currently listed as an appropriate replacement in the City of Paris Design Standards for the Historic District. Mr Werstein stated that he wanted to clarify there were different types of vinyl windows and the ones he was using were put in expensive homes. Chairman Dux reviewed the different types of materials that are currently in the Design Standards for the Historic District, and vinyl wasn't on the list at all, so the commission could not consider it as an appropriate replacement. Discussion included replacement of the front windows with the materials in the design standards, and potential price difference. Commissioner Dux gave Mr. Werstein the option to present the specification of the vinyl windows he is considering. The commission would review their compatible in terms of flexibility, distortion, with one of the windows that are approved in the standards, then possibly consider changing the Design Standards and adding that particular type of vinyl window. He did note it is a process to change the Standards that takes a few months and must be approved by City Council. Commissioner Hider explained that he was using the Fiberglass windows in his new construction, and had compared the cost, and would be willing to share information with Mr Werstein. Mr Werstein said he would be willing to check the fiberglass windows and see if it would fit within budget. Chairman Dux made a motion to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as presented with the condition that the owner used the window materials required in the Design Standards of the .Historic District. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Coyle. Chairman Dux called for further discussion. Mr. Werstein stated he was a little hesitant to put one type of window in the front and another type in the sides, as he would receive bulk pricing. He would do his research on the windows, and if his budget allowed, would consider this. Chairman Dux reiterated that if budget did not allow him to use the approved materials, then Mr Werstein present the windows specifications for the vinyl windows he desires, and the commission would review compatibility with what is approved in the design standards. If compatible, the commission was open to revising the design standards changes Hearing no further discussion a vote was taken on the existing motion. Motion carried 5 —1, Commissioner Vandiver opposed. Commissioner Hider was recused to make present his Certificate of Appropriateness. C. Mr. Hider presented plans for his new construction located at 1110 S. Church St. He explained that he had all the approvals. He was ready to start construction. He presented architectural plans to the commission. He noted that he anticipated using metal standing seam roofing but budget would not allow, so he will have standing seam only on the front porch. After further discussion on the project, a motion was made by Commissioner Coyle to approve the new construction as presented without the shutters and the roofing being architectural shingles. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Emmite, motion carried 6-0 Mr Hider was requesting a fagade grant of $1000 for the new construction his historically compatible house. A motion was made by Chairman Dux to approve this grant, seconded by Commissioner Caffey. Motion Carried 6-0 Commissioner Hider was brought back to the commission. Chairman Dux made a motion to approve a $1000 Fagade grant for 562 SW 1" St, Mr Werstein, with the condition that he used the materials approved in the Design Standards for the Historic District in regards to window replacement. Seconded by Commissioner Caffey, Motion Carried 6-0 Ms. Bedford HPO report included: 1. A review the Minor Certificates of Appropriateness with the commission. 2. An update was given on the virtual Imagine the Possibilities tour launching on Sept. 2s, 2020 3. A review of the Certificate of Appropriateness Form. Commissioner Vandiver noted a change in wording under window description that will be addressed. 4. Draft survey for the Historic Districts arrived shortly before the meeting and she would be reviewing it with the consultants this week. 5. Lighting on the plaza Commissioner Dux was reelected as Chairman, Commissioner Hider was reelected as secretary. Two nominations were made for Vice -Chair with a tie vote for each nominee. The Commission will select a Vice -Chair at the next meeting. For a future agenda items, it was recommended that a subcommittee be formed to assist with the uploading the information on the Downtowntx.org, and other outreach efforts. The commission adjourned at 5:19 p.m. Approved this Z day of '2020