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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-13-2022 HPC PacketAg enda Heritage Preservation Commission City Of E dina, Minnesota Com munity R oom, E dina City Hall Tuesday, Decem ber 13, 2022 7:00 PM I.Ca ll To Ord er II.Roll Ca ll III.Approva l Of Meeting Agenda IV.Approva l Of Meeting Min u tes A.Novem ber 7th HPC Min u tes V.Com m u n ity Com m ent During "Community Comment," the Board/Commission will invite residents to share relevant issues or concerns. Individuals must limit their comments to three minutes. The Chair may limit the number of speakers on the same issue in the interest of time and topic. G enerally speaking, items that are elsewhere on tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment. Individuals should not expect the Chair or Board/Commission Members to respond to their comments tonight. Instead, the Board/Commission might refer the matter to sta% for consideration at a future meeting. VI.Rep orts/Recom m en d ation s A.COA: 4909 Bru ce Avenue-New Deta ched Ga rage B.H-19-3-4604 Brow n d ale Ave: As-built E leva tions C.H-20-8 4510 Sunnyside Road: As-b u ilt Elevation s VII.Cha ir An d Mem ber Com m ents VIII.Sta5 Com m ents IX.Adjournm en t The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing ampli8cation, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Date: December 13, 2022 Agenda Item #: I V.A. To:Heritage P reservation C ommission Item Type: Minutes F rom:Emily Bodeker, As s is tant C ity P lanner Item Activity: Subject:November 7th HP C Minutes Ac tion C ITY O F E D IN A 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED: Approve the N ovember 7, 2022 H P C minutes. I N TR O D U C TI O N: AT TAC HME N T S: Description November 7, 2022 HPC Minutes Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: X/XX/22 Minutes City of Edina, Minnesota Heritage Preservation Commission Monday, November 7, 2022 I. Call to Order Chair Schilling called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. II. Roll Call Answering roll call were Chair Schilling, Commissioners Everson, Nymo, Hassenstab, Lonnquist, Knudsen, and student member Varadhan. Staff present: HPC Staff Liaison Emily Bodeker, Preservation Consultant Robert Vogel, City Attorney Dave Kendall, and Building Official David Fisher. III. Approval of Meeting Agenda Motion made by Commissioner Lonnquist, seconded by Commissioner Knudsen, to approve the meeting agenda as submitted. All voted aye. The motion carried. IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes Motion made by Commissioner Lonnquist, seconded Commissioner Everson, to approve the September 13, 2022, meeting minutes. All voted aye. The motion carried. V. Community Comment: None VI. Reports/Recommendations A. Century Homes Advisory Communication Liaison Bodeker updated on the presentation made by Commissioner Lonnquist and Maheshwari to the City Council on the Century Homes Advisory Communication. Motion made by Commissioner Hassenstab, seconded by Commissioner Everson, to approve the advisory communication to be sent to City Council as submitted. All voted aye. VII. Chair and Member Comments: Commissioner Hassenstab asked question regarding a building appeal and the halt on construction at 4600 Browndale. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: X/XX/22 Commissioner Lonnquist noted that Normandale Heights neighborhood would be a good candidate for the preservation to get aboard on for the mid-century modern walking tour. VIII. Staff Comments: Liaison Bodeker reminded the HPC that the COA deadlines are now due 30 days prior to a meeting and that the draft for the 2023 HPC meeting dates have been sent to City Council. Liaison Bodeker also updated that the Heritage Preservation Commission will come up with a recommendation to City Council for the 2023 Work Plan in the next calendar year. IX. Adjournment Motion made by Commissioner Knudsen, seconded by Commissioner Everson, to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 pm. All voted aye. The motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Emily Bodeker Date: December 13, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.A. To:Heritage P reservation C ommission Item Type: R eport and R ecommendation F rom:Emily Bodeker, As s is tant C ity P lanner Item Activity: Subject:C O A: 4909 Bruc e Avenue-New Detached G arage Ac tion C ITY O F E D IN A 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED: Approve the requested C O A for a new detached garage at 4909 B ruce Avenue as presented by the applicant. I N TR O D U C TI O N: T he subject property, 4909 B ruce Avenue is located on the east side of Bruce Avenue north of 50th S treet W and south of C ountry Club Road. T he existing home on the lot is a two story “Mediterranean” style house built in 1927. T he Certificate of Appropriateness request includes the demolition of the existing detached garage and the construction of a new detached garage. AT TAC HME N T S: Description Staff Report Applicant Submittal Consultant Vogel Memo Site Location Map December 13, 2022 Heritage Preservation Commission Emily Bodeker, Assistant City Planner Certificate of Appropriateness: 4909 Bruce Avenue-New Detached Garage Information / Background: The subject property, 4909 Bruce Avenue is located on the east side of Bruce Avenue north of 50th Street W and south of Country Club Road. The existing home on the lot is a two story “Mediterranean” style house built in 1927. The Certificate of Appropriateness request includes the demolition of the existing detached garage and the construction of a new detached garage. Primary Issues: The request includes the construction of a new detached garage which is why the proposed project requires a Certificate of Appropriateness. The objective of the Country Club Landmark District is preservation of the existing historic house facades and streetscapes. The city has adopted the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for rehabilitation when reviewing certificate of appropriateness applications. Staff believes the following standards of rehabilitation are pertinent to the review of the certificate of appropriateness:  New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historical materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment.  New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. STAFF REPORT Page 2 The garage is comparable to surrounding garage heights and meets the 18-foot, and story and a half maximum height requirement, and setback requirements of the zoning code. Preservation Consultant Vogel reviewed the application and has written a memo that is attached in the heritage preservation commission packet. Staff Recommendation & Findings: Staff recommends approval of the certificate of appropriateness request for a new detached garage and at 4909 Bruce Avenue as submitted by the applicant. Findings supporting the recommendation include:  The information provided supporting the subject Certificate of Appropriateness is consistent with the Country Club District Plan of Treatment.  The proposed Certificate of Appropriateness meets the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for rehabilitation. Conditions for approval:  An as built date plaque should be installed on the exterior of the new garage. ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN, P.A. NOVEMBER 16, 2022 HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION THE CITY OF EDINA 4801 WEST 50TH STREET EDINA, MN 55424 EMILY BODEKER, ASSISTANT CITY PLANNER PROJECT NARRATIVE THIS LETTER IS TO INFORM YOU OF THE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING GARAGE AND PROPOSED NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A DETACHED GARAGE AT 4909 BRUCE AVENUE, EDINA, MN. WE ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TO THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION FOR EDINA HERITAGE LANDMARK APPROVAL. THE PROPOSE OF THIS NARRATIVE IS TO EXPLAIN HOW THE PROPOSED PROJECT MEETS THE CLTY OF EDINA'S, HISTORIC COUNTRY CLUB DISTRICT, PLAN OF TREATMENT. PLANNING OBJECTIVE: THE PROPERTY OWNERS INTEND ON MAINTAINING THE HISTORIC HOME FACADE BY CONSTRUCTING A NEW GARAGE. THE INTENT IS TO MATCH THE CHARACTER OF THE EXISTING FRONT OF THE HOME AND APPLY THAT AESTHETIC TO THE GARAGE FRONT FACADE. SECRETARY OF INTERIOR'S STANDARDS: THE NEW DETACHED GARAGE IS SLIGHTLY LARGER THAN THE EXISTING STRUCTURE, IT WILL BE LOCATED IN THE SAME POSITION AS THE EXISTING GARAGE. IT WILL BE PLACED FURTHER FROM THE EAST AND SOUTH PROPERTY LINES, BUT IT WILL COMPLY WITH THE CITY SETBACKS AND BUILDING LOT COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS. THE CHARACTER OF THE EXTERIOR IS TO MATCH THE HISTORIC STYLE OF THE FRONT FACADE OF THE EXISTING HOME AND USE SIMILAR EXTERIOR MATERIALS. THE PROPORTIONS OF THE NEW STRUCTURE ARE INTENDED TO COMPLEMENT THE EXISTING HOME. CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS: THE OWNER ARE SEEKING APPROVAL FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL. THE EXISTING GARAGE WILL BE DEMOLISHED FOR A NEW GARAGE STRUCTURE. THE EXISTING GARAGE IS TOO SMALL FOR MODERN DAY USE AND IS BEYOND REPAIR. DESIGN REVIEW GUIDELINES: IN THE SUBMITTAL PACKET, INCLUDED ARE PHOTOS OF THE EXISTING HOMES FRONT FACADE, THE EXISTING GARAGE, EXISTING PATIO AND PHOTOS OF THE ADJACENT PROPERTIES, DETACHED GARAGES. THIS EVIDENCE IS DOCUMENTATION OF SIZE, SCALE AND MASSING OF THE CHARACTER OF THE ADJACENT STRUCTURES. THE ARCHITECTURAL PLANS AND EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS SHOW THE EXTERIOR FINISHES THAT ARE TRADITIONAL, COMPLIMENTARY AND MATCHING THE EXISTING HOME. THE INCLUDED SITE PLAN/ SURVEYS SHOW THE EXISTING AND PROPOSED MODIFICATION FOR BUILDING LOT COVERAGES AND IMPERVIOUS SURFACE CALCULATIONS. EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS: THESE EXTERIOR MATERIALS THAT MATCH THE EXISTING HOME INCLUDE: • ASPHALT ROOF SHINGLES (COLOR AND TEXTURE) • STUCCO SIDING (COLOR AND TEXTURE) LIMESTONE BASE AT THE FRONT (WEST) FACADE (MATCHING THE EXISTING FRONT FACADE OF THE HOME) • WINDOW AND DOOR STYLES (COLOR, GRIDS AND PROFILE) WINDOW AND DOOR TRIM (COLOR AND PROFILE). GARAGES: THE PROPOSED STRUCTURE IS MEANT TO BE SUBORDINATE TO THE EXISTING HOME AND PLACED ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY REQUIREMENTS. A PLAQUE WITH THE YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION WILL BE PLACED FACING THE STREET. GARAGE HEIGHT: THE PROPOSED GARAGE IS A STORY AND A HALF STRUCTURE ALLOWABLE BYTHE CITY REQUIREMENTS. THE ATTIC/ SECOND LEVEL IS FOR STORAGE AND DOES NOT EXCEED THE ALLOWABLE 60% OF THE GARAGE FOOTPRINT. THE AVERAGE GRADE (887.76') AT THE EXISTING GARAGE DETERMINES THE ALLOWABLE (18') BUILDING HEIGHT 005.76'). DRIVEWAYS: THE CURRENT DRIVEWAY WILL BE MODIFIED ONLY SLIGHTLY FOR THE PLACEMENT OF THE NEW GARAGE, THE EXISTING GRADES TO BE REMAIN AT THE EXISTING CONTOUR, 887.9'. THE AVERAGE GRADE IS 887.76'. WE LOOK FORWARD TO PRESENTING THE PLANS TO THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION, SHOULD YOU SO DESIRE OR REQUIRE. FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT THIS PROJECT. SIN MICHAELy, CCW^RDT ARCHITECT/ OWNER: ARCH ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN, P.A. ON BEHALF OF: SHAELYN & DANIEL ANNUNZIATA 4909 BRUCE AVENUE EDINA, MN 55424 11 - 18 - 2022 Appropriateness Documents Certificate of Annunziata Residence: Shaeyln & Daniel Annunziata Custom Home: Edina, MN 55424 4909 Bruce Avenue Detached Garage APPROPRIATENESS SET 11 - 18 - 2021 Sheet: Architecture & Design, P.A.4909 Bruce AvenueEdina, MN 55424Custom Home,: Detached GarageShaelyn & Daniel AnnunziataCERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS SET 11 - 18 - 2021 Sheet: Architecture & Design, P.A.4909 Bruce AvenueEdina, MN 55424Custom Home,: Detached GarageShaelyn & Daniel AnnunziataCERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS SET 11 - 18 - 2021 Sheet: Architecture & Design, P.A.4909 Bruce AvenueEdina, MN 55424Custom Home,: Detached GarageShaelyn & Daniel AnnunziataCERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS SET 11 - 18 - 2021 Sheet: Architecture & Design, P.A.4909 Bruce AvenueEdina, MN 55424Custom Home,: Detached GarageShaelyn & Daniel AnnunziataCERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS SET 11 - 18 - 2021 Sheet: Architecture & Design, P.A.4909 Bruce AvenueEdina, MN 55424Custom Home,: Detached GarageShaelyn & Daniel AnnunziataCERTIFICATE OF WPP**? nr*u - st Ave* fa? 11' MEMORANDUM TO: Emily Bodeker, Assistant City Planner FROM: Robert Vogel, Preservation Planning Consultant DATE: December 4, 2022 SUBJECT: COA for 4909 Bruce Avenue – Revised Application I have reviewed the revised plans submitted in relation to the COA for construction of a new detached garage at 4909 Bruce Avenue. The COA previously submitted had to be changed to comply with land use zoning regulations. The subject property is a two-story residence built in 1927. For preservation planning purposes, the house is classified as an example of the “Mediterranean” style, which is referred to as “Italian Renaissance Revival” in some architectural history guides. When the district was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, the house at 4909 Bruce Avenue was evaluated as “complementary” but not individually eligible for registration; the National Register survey did not address the preservation value of any accessory structures within the district boundaries. Although it is not individually eligible for Edina Heritage Landmark designation, the house is considered a contributing resource in the Country Club District (rezoned as a locally designated heritage district in 2002), where the individual homes derive their heritage preservation value primarily from the neighborhood’s association with the district’s original plan of development. The existing two-car garage appears to have been constructed after the district’s period of historic significance (1924-1944); therefore, it is not considered a heritage preservation resource. For purposes of design review and compliance with the city’s preservation ordinance, the HPC is required to base its COA decisions on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The standards are neither technical nor prescriptive, but are intended to promote sound heritage preservation practices, as well as consistency in decision making. The Country Club District Plan of Treatment, which is an integral part of the district’s heritage landmark zoning, includes specific guidelines for dealing with the design and construction of new garages; these guidelines reflect current “best practices” in heritage preservation and have been tailored to meet the unique conditions found in the district. Both the general standards and the district plan of treatment guidelines are intended to be applied within the conceptual framework of rehabilitation, which the city code defines as the process of returning a property to a state of utility through repair or alteration which makes possible an efficient contemporary use while preserving those portions or features of the property which are significant to its historical, architectural and cultural values. In my opinion, the design changes are minimal and the proposed new garage will be architecturally compatible with the house and the neighborhood. The redesigned project complies with the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for the rehabilitation of historic buildings, which are the required basis for COA decisions involving properties designated Edina Heritage Landmarks, and the architectural guidelines for new detached garages in the Country Club District Plan of Treatment, which deal primarily with size, height and massing, with an emphasis on designing replacement garages to “match” (i.e., be compatible with) the design characteristics of the houses. I recommend approval of the COA with the usual conditions. Date: December 13, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.B. To:Heritage P reservation C ommission Item Type: R eport and R ecommendation F rom:Emily Bodeker, As s is tant C ity P lanner Item Activity: Subject:H-19-3-4604 Browndale Ave: As -built Elevations Ac tion C ITY O F E D IN A 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED: Approve the as built elevations of C O A H -19-3 at 4604 B rowndale Avenue as submitted. I N TR O D U C TI O N: T he subject property, 4604 B rowndale Avenue, is a S panish Eclectic style built in 1925, and is located on the west side of Browndale Avenue, south of B ridge Street, north of E dgebrook P lace and east of M innehaha C reek. A Certificate of Appropriateness was approved by the H P C May 14, 2019 for a two level addition on the south side of the house, and an addition to the garage area on the front façade and reorienting the garage back to a side loaded garage. S taff inspected the site and found the as-built elevations do not match the elevations approved with the 2019 C ertificate of Appropriateness. At the time of the site visit by staff, there had not been a final inspection that had been signed off and approved. T here were outstanding building code items that needed to be addressed with the building department. At that time, staff sent letters to the property owner, C O A applicant and permit holder informing them of the discrepancies in the elevation and the need for a final inspection. T he applicant’s request is for the H P C to approve the elevations as they are built. AT TAC HME N T S: Description Staff Report Applicant Submittal Consultant Vogel Memo Site Location Map December 13, 2022 Heritage Preservation Commission Emily Bodeker, Assistant City Planner COA H-19-3: 4604 Browndale Avenue As-Built Elevations Information / Background: The subject property, 4604 Browndale Avenue, is located on the west side of Browndale Avenue, south of Bridge Street, north of Edgebrook Place and east of Minnehaha Creek. A Certificate of Appropriateness was approved by the HPC May 14, 2019 for a two level addition on the south side of the house, and an addition to the garage area on the front façade and reorienting the garage back to a side loaded garage. The home, built in 1925, is a two-story Spanish Eclectic style residence. It was built in 1925 for Charles A. Moore, an executive with the United Fruit Company (who is credited with helping to perfect the mechanical process by which bananas are ripened artificially during transport). The house was designed by the architectural firm of Jacob Liebenberg and Seeman Kaplan and is not one of the six “model” Country Club Homes designed for Samuel Thorpe in 1927-1928. Staff inspected the site and found the as-built elevations do not match the elevations approved with the 2019 Certificate of Appropriateness. At the time of the site visit by staff, there had not been a final inspection that had been signed off and approved. There were outstanding building code items that needed to be addressed with the building department. At that time, staff sent letters to the property owner, COA applicant and permit holder informing them of the discrepancies in the elevation and the need for a final inspection. To date, a final inspection has been completed with the building department. The building permit has not been closed out due to the changes in the as-built elevations. The applicant’s request is for the HPC to approve the elevations as they are built. The changes in the as built elevation versus the approved COA elevations include: • Changes in location of decorative tile • Lack of “planter box” metal detailing on two windows, one on the first floor and one on the second floor. STAFF REPORT Page 2 The objective of the Country Club Landmark District is preservation of the existing historic house facades and streetscapes. The city has adopted the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for rehabilitation when reviewing certificate of appropriateness applications. Preservation Consultant Vogel reviewed the as built elevations and has provided a written memo that is included in the heritage preservation commission packet. Staff Recommendation & Findings: Staff recommends approval of the elevations as they are built at 4604 Browndale Avenue as requested by the property owner. 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SOFFIT, EXPOSED RAPIERS TO MATCH EXISTING DRAWN RV STN PROJECT PHASE: PERMIT SET PROJECT NUMBER: 18-003 ISSUE DATE JUNE 1].2018 A20 ELEVATIONS MIIILI NEILL 1111 II !PAIN 1um u M• Fdr • • • m WIN E El l• — • • • • m 111 n m 111 Em° MI'ir it l woo Y 1/fig/ 1 , , /i 1011101 IAV MEMORANDUM TO: Emily Bodeker, Assistant City Planner FROM: Robert Vogel, Preservation Planning Consultant DATE: December 4, 2022 SUBJECT: Comments on Renovation Work at 4604 Browndale Avenue I have reviewed the information you provided in relation to the COA previously approved for exterior work at 4604 Browndale Avenue in the Country Club District. The owner has requested final approval for the project, “as built”—specifically, the decorative tile accents around the main entry door shown on the plans submitted with the original COA application were omitted from the renovation project. In my opinion, the tiles were a minor ornamental feature and their effects on the historic integrity of the façade would have been minimal. In its current condition, the front entry is compatible with the historic façade. The COA should receive final approval. Date: December 13, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.C . To:Heritage P reservation C ommission Item Type: R eport and R ecommendation F rom:Emily Bodeker, As s is tant C ity P lanner Item Activity: Subject:H-20-8 4510 S unnyside R oad: As -built Elevations Ac tion C ITY O F E D IN A 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED: Approve the as built elevations of C O A H -20-8 at 4510 S unnyside R oad as submitted. I N TR O D U C TI O N: T he subject property, 4510 S unnyside R oad, is located on the north side of Sunnyside Road, east of Browndale Avenue. A C ertificate of Appropriateness was approved by the H P C on O ctober 13, 2020, for a change to the existing gable on the front façade of the existing home and a small entry addition. T he home, built in 1941, is a story and a half American Colonial R evival style home. S taff inspected the site and found the as-built elevations (currently under construction) do not match the elevations approved with the 2020 C ertificate of Appropriateness. T here has not been a final inspection because the project remains under construction. Staff sent letters to the property owner, C O A application and permit holder informing them of the discrepancy in the elevation. T he property owner ’s request is for the H P C to approve the elevations as they are built. AT TAC HME N T S: Description Applicant Submittal Consultant Vogel Memo Site Location Map Staff Report 1 Emily Bodeker From:mary mcnamara Sent:Tuesday, November 22, 2022 1:28 PM To:Emily Bodeker Cc:Mike Ernst Subject:4510 Sunnyside Road, ED181714 EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Emily Bodeker: This letter is in response to our project at the above address, specifically the change to the dormer. We purchased this house August 2020 and had our first construction meeting the same month. We planned to remodel prior to moving in, it's been 27months of remodeling. Our target move-in date in February 2023. We agree the dormer was changed; however, we don't know why. We will bring photo of old dormer to meeting. Our architect left the project shortly after it was started. Our builder lost his license and went bankrupt a few months ago. We have no one to go back to and ask. We have been going through hell. We have liens on our project, resulting in hiring an attorney. There is no one to hold liable for cost overruns, contractors not showing, poor quality of some subs, delays, excuses, breach of contract with Telos Construction, and our diminished quality of life. This is yet another very regrettable situation. We will be very grateful for any assistance in correcting this issue. Appreciate any help. Respectfully, Mary McNamara Mike Ernst MEMORANDUM TO: Emily Bodeker, Assistant City Planner FROM: Robert Vogel, Preservation Planning Consultant DATE: December 4, 2022 SUBJECT: Comments on Renovation Work at 4510 Sunnyside Road I have reviewed the information you provided in relation to the COA previously approved for exterior work at 4510 Sunnyside Road in the Country Club District. The owner has requested final approval for the project, “as built”—specifically, the new dormer does not match the structure shown in the plans submitted with the original COA application. In my opinion, the new dormer represents a minimal change to the façade, is compatible with the house’s original design, and is appropriate to the historic character of the district. The COA should receive final approval. December 13, 2022 Heritage Preservation Commission Emily Bodeker, Assistant City Planner COA H-20-8: 4510 Sunnyside Road As-Built Elevations Information / Background: The subject property, 4510 Sunnyside Road, is located on the north side of Sunnyside Road, east of Browndale Avenue. A Certificate of Appropriateness was approved by the HPC on October 13, 2020, for a change to the existing gable on the front façade of the existing home and a small entry addition. The home, built in 1941, is a story and a half American Colonial Revival style home. Staff inspected the site and found the as-built elevations (currently under construction) do not match the elevations approved with the 2020 Certificate of Appropriateness. There has not been a final inspection because the project remains under construction. Staff sent letters to the property owner, COA application and permit holder informing them of the discrepancy in the elevation. The property owner’s request is for the HPC to approve the elevations as they are built. The changes in the as built elevation versus the approved COA elevations include: • Changes in the second-floor front dormer/addition The objective of the Country Club Landmark District is preservation of the existing historic house facades and streetscapes. The city has adopted the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for rehabilitation when reviewing certificate of appropriateness applications. Preservation Consultant Vogel reviewed the as built elevations and has provided a written memo that is included in the heritage preservation commission packet. Staff Recommendation & Findings: Staff recommends approval of the elevations as they are built at 4510 Sunnyside Road as requested by the property owner. STAFF REPORT Page 2 Findings supporting the staff recommendation include: • The changes to the elevations continue to meet the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for rehabilitation and the Country Club Plan of Treatment. • The change in design of the dormer is comparable to the house’s original design and is appropriate to the historic character of the district.