Elgin Heritage Commission Design Review Subcommittee. Tuesday, February 14, :00 p.m.

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1 Elgin Heritage Commission Design Review Subcommittee Tuesday, February 14, :00 p.m. Elgin City Council Chambers 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, IL A. Call Meeting to Order Agenda B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes 1. January 10, 2017 D. Recognize Persons Present E. Old Business F. New Business St. Charles Street 2017 Grant Applicant - Rehabilitation of front porch to match historic photograph; reconstruction of side porch to borrow elements from front porch; replacement of basement windows to match existing in kind Lessenden Pl 2017 Grant Applicant - Installation of new garage G. Other 1. Renewal By Anderson Window Discussion 2. Half-Round and K-style gutter discussion H. Tabled Items I. Staff Comments J. Adjournment THE CITY OF ELGIN IS SUBJECT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WHO PLAN TO ATTEND THIS MEETING AND WHO REQUIRED CERTAIN ACCOMMODATIONS IN ORDER TO ALLOW THEM TO OBSERVE AND/OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, OR WHO HAVE QUESTIONS REGARDING THE ACCESSIBILITY OF THE MEETING OR THE FACILITIES, ARE REQUESTED TO CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, ADA COORDINATOR AT (847) {TDD (847) } PROMPTLY TO ALLOW THE CITY OF ELGIN TO MAKE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THOSE PERSONS.

2 Design Review Subcommittee of the Elgin Heritage Commission January 10, 2017 Proposed 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 2 nd floor of City Hall) by Chairman Wiedmeyer. MEMBERS PRESENT: Lynne Diamond, Rebecca Hunter, John Roberson, Dennis Roxworthy, Scott Savel, and John Wiedmeyer MEMBERS ABSENT: Bill Ristow CITY STAFF PRESENT: Christen Sundquist, Historic Preservation APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion made by Committee Member Diamond to approve the minutes of December 13, 2016, as amended (correction of words within report on page 3 last paragraph, addresses to addressed and with a building permit to without a building permit. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy. The motion passed unanimously. RECOGNIZE OTHER PERSONS PRESENT: Steve Gilliana, Patrick Dailey, Gary Krumsee PROPERTIES ON AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION: Old Business None New Business None ITEMS TABLED: None

3 NEW BUSINESS: None OTHER: Renewal by Anderson Representatives, Steve Gilliana, Patrick Dailey and Gary Krumsee were in attendance to seek approval of their window product, Renewal, to be used in Elgin s Historic Districts and Landmarks. The product has been on the market since 1995 and proposes an alternative to wood, aluminum-clad wood and vinyl windows. The material of the product is called Fibrex, which includes a combination of wood fiber and polymers. The representatives went over the benefits of this product and compared it to other products such as aluminumclad wood and vinyl windows. A sample window was brought before the Commission to review sizes. It was noted that this product can be an insert window, which will allow the exterior trim, and in most cases, the interior trim to be left in place. The Commission agreed that this was one of their main concerns. It was also noted by the representative, Steve Gilliana, that this product has been approved by Evanston s Preservation Commission as well as Oak Park s Preservation Commission. The stiles (vertical part of sash) and the top and bottom rail size were comparable in size to a historic window, however the meeting rail was larger (2 ¼ ) than what would be seen on a historic window (1 ½ ) and raised some concern with the Committee members. The Commission agreed that the proposed smaller muntin bars (3/4 ) were accurate and were comfortable with that size for a replacement window. The Committee members asked for a list of historic (over 50 years old) homes, that are not in the historic districts, that have had this window installed in Elgin to see if the meeting rail detracts from the overall design of the historic home. The representatives agreed to forward that list to Staff who will then forward it on to the Commissioners. A decision to allow this product was not made at this meeting as it will go before the Heritage Commission to review once more evidence has been presented. ADDITIONAL STAFF COMMENTS: Staff noted that they have begun to advertise for the Historic Rehabilitation Grants, which will be due on Friday, March 31, There will be a Historic Rehabilitation Grant Workshop on Monday, February 6 th from 6:00-8:00PM at the Gail Borden Public Library Community Room A. CORRESPONDENCE: None

4 ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn was made by Committee Member Savel. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Roxworthy. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting of the Design Review Subcommittee was adjourned at 7:43 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Christen Sundquist Historic Preservation Planner Approved:

5 AGENDA ITEM F1 Staff Comments Meeting Date: February 14, 2017 Property Address: 344 St. Charles Street Property Owners: Juan Rodriguez Exhibit A: Aerial Map Exhibit B: Sanborn Maps Exhibit C: Current and Historic Photos Exhibit D: Inventory Form - Significant Exhibit E: COA Application Exhibit F: Renderings and specifications Project Background: The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the following: 1. Restoration of front, wrap around porch including: a. Removal of existing flooring and replacement with 1x4 tongue and groove; b. Installation of handrails and balusters to match historic photograph harp sawn balusters; c. Reconstruction of front stairs to be wood with beveled edges d. Deteriorated/split columns to be replaced with wood columns to match original, other columns to be restored; e. Installation of one pipe rail at front stairs painted black 2. Reconstruction of southwest porch including replacement of wood stairs, harp sawn balusters, newel posts and skirting to match elements found on front porch. To note, the applicant will also be scraping and painting the entire home, restoring the existing windows, spot replacement of deteriorated wood and replacement of the basement windows to match the existing in size, material and profile. These requests were approved by staff. 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

6 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 façade, 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. Christen Sundquist Historic Preservation Planner

7 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the application as submitted with the following recommendations. 1. Rehabilitation of front porch to match the historic photograph. a) That the decorative porch elements shall be restored rather than replaced. Elements beyond repair, shall follow conditions below. b) The handrail shall have a 2 x 4 top rail with chamfered edges, ¾ cove, 2 square harp shaped balusters to match historic photograph, with a maximum of 2 ½ a part. That the bottom rail is a 2 x 4 with chamfered edges, installed 2 above finished floor. Balustrade shall be installed at existing location c) That the stair treads shall 5/4 x 12 (recommended) 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. d) That metal, tube handrail to be installed on one side of front porch stairs painted black to be minimally seen not to detract existing porch elements. e) The flooring shall be 1x4 tongue and groove and installed perpendicular to the house. Pressure treated wood or composite material (recommended) is acceptable. f) Porch columns that are beyond repair shall match the existing in kind (size, design, material, etc.) g) Skirting boards may be spot replaced if in deteriorated condition. New skirting boards shall match the existing in material, and size h) All front porch details shall be primed and painted. 2. Rehabilitation of side porch to match details on front porch a) The handrail shall have a 2 x 4 top rail with chamfered edges, ¾ cove, 2 square harp shaped balusters to match existing in style, with a maximum of 2 ½ a part. That the bottom rail is a 2 x 4 with chamfered edges, installed 2 above finished floor. b) That the stair treads shall 5/4 x 12 (recommended) 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. Christen Sundquist Historic Preservation Planner

8 c) That the newel posts added to the bottom of the stairs d) That the newel posts shall be 6x6 square, with an inset panel on 3 exposed sides, topped with a beveled edge newel post cap. e) The flooring shall be 1x4 tongue and groove and installed perpendicular to the house. Pressure treated wood or composite material (recommended) is acceptable. f) The porch skirting may be reconstructed as proposed with care taken to ensure that the porch floor overhangs the skirting frame board by no less than 1 inch. g) The porch skirting shall match the front porch skirting in design and size including 1x6 top rimboard with 1x4 vertical skirting boards placed behind the top and bottom rimboard, spaced 1 inch apart and a 1x4 bottom rimboard installed 1 inch above grade. 1x8 vertical frame boards shall be installed beneath newel posts and be flush with the top and bottom rimboards. h) All front porch details shall be primed and painted. Respectfully submitted, Christen Sundquist, Community Development Department Christen Sundquist Historic Preservation Planner

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35 AGENDA ITEM F2 Staff Comments Meeting Date: February 14, 2017 Property Address: 270 Lessenden Place Property Owners: Michael Kinsella Exhibit A: Aerial Photograph Exhibit B: Current and Historic Photos Exhibit C: Sanborn Map (none available) Exhibit D: Inventory Form - Significant Exhibit E: COA Application Exhibit F: Plat of Survey Exhibit G: Garage Specifications Project Background: The applicant has submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new garage on the property. Prior to the current owner buying the property, the Fox River Water Reclamation District owned the property with plans on full demolition as part of a larger plan to develop this project. On April 23, 2013, the Design Review Subcommittee approved demolition of the rear garage due to severe deterioration. Per the noted COA requirements, In the event the principal building on the property is not demolished, the property owner will be required to construct a garage (minimum 1-car) on the property in accordance with the Elgin Design Guideline Manual for Landmarks and Historic Districts and building and zoning codes. The current owner will be proposing a 24x24 garage that will be located towards the rear of the property near the location of the previous garage. The new garage will include the following: wood frame construction with brick veneer (brick to match the color and size of the brick on the existing home), side gabled roof with clipped gable ends with front dormer to be of similar design as on the existing home; a raised paneled overhead door, and paneled service door. Elgin Design Guideline Manual Specifications: Secondary Buildings: Garages, Sheds, Other Outbuildings A. Should be smaller in scale than the dwelling; clearly secondary in nature.

36 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: 1. That the proposed design of the garage is simpler in design as seen at 320 Fulton Street. The front elevation would be turned 90 degrees with the clipped gable end facing the street. 2. That the proposed garage siding material will be brick veneer to match the brick size and color on existing home with cedar clapboards (smooth, no knots) installed at the gable ends. 3. That the trim is to be painted a color to match or complement the existing house colors. 4. That the garage roof matches the house in slope, form and design. The gables shall have a cornice roof returns and crown molding shall be installed to run along the fascia board and rake fascia. Soffits to be 1x2 beadboard to match soffits on existing home. 5. That the garage doors (2) shall be raised panel with 1x4 vertical trim, 1x8 header casing with drip cap.

37 6. That the garage pedestrian door shall be in a craftsman style. 7. That all other details meet the Design Review Subcommittee s recommendations. If the submitted requested garage is approved, staff recommends that the Design Review Subcommittee recommend the following: 1. That the proposed garage siding material will be brick veneer to match the brick size and color on existing home with cedar clapboards (smooth, no knots) installed at the gable ends. 2. That the trim is to be painted a color to match or complement the existing house colors. 3. That the garage roof matches the house in slope, form and design. Crown molding shall be installed to run along the fascia board and rake fascia. Soffits to be 1x2 beadboard to match soffits on existing home. 4. That the garage doors (2) shall be raised panel with 1x4 vertical trim, 1x8 header casing with drip cap. 5. That the garage pedestrian door shall be in a craftsman style. 6. That all other details meet the Design Review Subcommittee s recommendations. Respectfully submitted, Christen Sundquist, Community Development Department

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