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02.02.95A G E N D A HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD Meeting February 2, 1995 City Hall City Commission Conference Room 300 N. Park Avenue Sanford, Florida 4:30 P.M. I.' Call to Order and Roll Call II. Excused /Unexcused Absences III. Approval of Minutes January 5, 1995 IV. Application for Certificate of Appropriateness COMMERCIAL -tea) 115 East First Street - Metal Storage Facility b) 110 South Palmetto Avenue - Windows C ) 217 South Oak Avenue -Light Fixtures (Re- Address) a) b) _c) mod) e) SAL 718 Magnolia Avenue - Windows 901 Magnolia Avenue - Porch 612 Park Avenue - Replace Tile Cap 1101 South Park Avenue - Windows (Re- Address) 1104 South Magnolia Avenue - Re- locate fence, Open Front of House, Driveway (Re- Address) V. Acknowledgement of Minor Review Committee Actions: Residential a) 317 South Oak Avenue - Re -roof b) 607 South Oak Avenue - Re -roof c) 1200 South Magnolia Avenue - Paint Color VI. Turn in Changes to Old Sanford Historic Area Regulations VII. Turn in Changes to Historic Downtown Walking Tour Brochure VIII. Other Business a) Code Enforcement - All members are encouraged to turn in potential code violations in writing to Penny Turner at the close of the meeting. ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: If a person decides to appeal a decision made with respect to any matter considered at the above meeting or hearing, he may need a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence, which record is not provided by the City of Sanford, (FS 286.0105) Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact the Personnel Office ADA Coordinator at 330 -5626 48 hours in advance of the meeting. MEMORANDUM TO: Historic Preservation Board Members FROM: Penny Turner - Secretary DATE: January 31., 1995 SUBJECT: Addendum to February 2, 1995, Agenda PLEASE ADD THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS TO THE AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 1995: IV. Application for Certificate of Appropriateness COMMERCIAL d) 205 East First Street ­Sigh RESIDENTIAL V f) 1019 Magnolia Avenue - Fence, Drive Way & Paint (Applicant will provide necessary documents at meeting) Thanks! M I N U T E S HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING February 2, 1995 4:30 P.M. City Commission Conference Room City Hall, Sanford, Florida Members Present: Cal Conklin Margaret Frison Jerry Mills Laura Sollien Helen Stairs Kevin Stubbs 011ie Williams Members Absent: Chris Cranias Monte Olinger Michael Skat. Laura Straehla Others in Attendance: Russ Gibson, City Liaison Penny Turner, Secretary The was called to order by the Vice Chairman, L•aura.Sollien at 4:46 P.M. The Chairman was delayed. Due. to the delay in starting the meeting. the Board went directly to the.Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness. 'Request was made to review the applications which had representatives present first. Douglas King, with Charmatt, Inc., was present and submitted an. Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to replace seven existing double hung wood windows on the second floor elevation at 110 South Palmetto Avenue. The proposed aluminum windows are similar in style to the existing windows. Mr. King presented a sample of the windows. Discussion was held regarding restoring the existing wood windows. Mr. King stated that there is significant decay to the sashes and they will need to be repaired to specific State codes. He is proposing to remove the sashes and keep the original frame, thus preserving the same appearance with low maintenance. The Board explained that the purpose of this Board is to preserve and protect the integrity of the original elements of historic structures. It was - stated that the sashes are original elements to the property and that there are certain codes that allow for exemptions and waivers for historic structures. (Standard Building•Code, Section 101.6): The applicant stated he was not aware of such codes. The Board agreed that if the-applicant-can prove that the windows are beyond repair then the proposed material would be acceptable. It was indicated that the sash is in a reusable condition as long as wood is not termite ridden. STEM = HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD- Minutes Page 2 February 2, 1995 Jerry Mills moved to table the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing windows at 110 South Palmetto Avenue, until the applicant provides proper photo documentation of non - repair of the existing windows. Mr. Mills further volunteered to visit the site and determine if the .windows could be repaired. Seconded by Helen Stairs and carried by unanimous vote. Willie B. Sherman, Jr. D.D..S., submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to install light fixtures to the building at 217 South Oak Avenue. Applicant furnished photographs of the style of the light fixtures and the location where they are to be attached on the building. Applicant was not present. Kevin Stubbs moved to approve the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to install light fixtures.to the building at 217 South Oak Avenue, as proposed. Seconded by 011ie Williams and carried by unanimous vote. Michael Fouts was present and submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness for the replacement of windows at 718 Magnolia Avenue. Mr. Fouts explained that after several attempts to re -work existing windows he had to replace the windows with a product of similar type and style. The replacement windows are all wood, double hung, Anderson or Pella windows. The screens are .aluminum clad. He stated, if necessary, he is willing to replace.the aluminum screens with wood. He explained to the Board that he had started replacing windows in the house prior to this Board's conception and was not aware he needed approval prior to doing this work. The City's records still show the property under the previous owner. Jerry Mills moved to approve the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the entire window unit on the structure at 718 Magnolia Avenue. He approved this under the following considerations for only those windows changed to date: the work was started prior to conception of this Board; applicant .did not receive notice that he was in a historic residential district under Board review; and the City records still show the property under the previous owner. The aluminum screens are accepted because they are part of the entire unit and are well manufactured quality products, being Anderson and Pella. Seconded by Kevin Stubbs and carried by unanimous vote. David Sumner was present and submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to replace.rotten wood pillars, and to replace floors on the side porch, front porch, rear entry. and upstairs, balcony, with the same type of wood at 901 Magnolia Avenue. He explained he wanted to replace the floors with 3/4 inch tongue and groove.. On the side porch he wishes to have an open rail and banister which was - originally there. He removed the hollow column pillars because they were no longer supporting the roof. HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD - Minutes Page 3 February 2, 1995 Jerry Mills moved to approve the Application fo= Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the porch floors and aaalow the Minor Review Committee to provide recommendations for the: pillars and the open rail and.banister on the south side at 901 Md gnolia Avenue. Seconded by Helen Stairs and carried by unanimous. vote. Mr. Sumner asked if the motion included the rep of the shed_ This item was not on the application before the Bard and if the applicant is repairing with like material it will d to go before the Minor Review Committee. Ralph and Mary Jones were present and re- submitte(h an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to install Height aluminum replacement windows, with white frames, colonial gri d, 37!' X 63" im the glass room at 1101 South Park Avenue. At the Board's January 5,. 1995, meeting motion.wam made that Mr_ Stubbs was to visit the site and determine tlz®e location and ascertain if it was cost prohibitive to replace the windows with wood windows. Mr. Stubbs reported that the exist mill finished aluminum windows face both streets. The room is am- alder addition, if not original to the property and there are simir six over six windows in the one story porch on the opposites side of the property. It appears that the room was a screen Lnurch at oneti and.when it was closed in that is when the existing aluminum windows were installed. He further reported. that itt is possible tM replace with wood windows but he is not speaking ecmnomically. The proposed windows are similar in style being white fished colonial grid, true divided light, single hung, tilt aluminum windows 37" Z 63 ". Charles Houston, contractor for Mr. and N rs. Jones, was present and left the meeting to get a sample of the_ - window from his car. Cal Conklin moved, to approved the Minutes of Xcmnuary. 5, 1995_ Seconded by Kevin Stubbs and carried by the vote ar , follows: Cal Conklin Margaret Frison Jerry Mills Laura Sollien Aye Helen Aye Kevin Abstain 011ie Aye Stairs Aye Stubbs Aye Williams Aye The Board recognized Chris Cranias', Michael Stet's and Laura Straehla's absences as excused. The Board was infmrmed that Monte Olinger will be submitting a letter of resignation effective immediately. The Board examined the sample windows for 1101 Pa3rk Avenue. The Board recommended, and Mr. and Mrs. Jones agreed, tthat the windows should be double hung, six over six, giving a - mnore residential appearance. HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD - Minutes Page 4 February 2, 1995 Kevin Stubbs moved to approve the Application for Certificate to replace the windows as submitted, with the exception that they be double hung windows instead of single hung, six over six, true divided light, with the full screen at 1101 South Park Avenue. Mr. Stubbs explained the reason for his approval is that the existing windows are not historic elements to this property and he feels. this is an effort on the property owner to be compatible in the renovation of the property and that is encouraged. Seconded by Helen Stairs and carried by unanimous vote. Darlene Johnson was present and re- addressed the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to install a driveway and curb cut at 1104 South Magnolia Avenue. At their January 5, 1995, meeting the Board denied the application based on the Old, Sanford Regulations not allowing vehicular driveway access from main streets. Rather, it promotes access from the rear of the property along an alley. The property in question does not have an existing curb cut and it is discouraged to cut through existing curb. The Discussion was held regarding alternatives for access through the rear of the property. Ms. Johnson explained that the main reason for the driveway is security. She further stated that the area for parking in the rear is limited and there is not enough room for two vehicles. Mr. Conklin volunteered to visit the site to try and determine if there is another workable solution. The Board explained to Ms. Johnson that she can appeal this Board's decision to the City Commission. Jerry Mills moved to table the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to install a driveway in the front of the property at 1104 South Magnolia Avenue. Mr. Conklin will visit the site to try and determine another alternative and report back at the March 2, 1995, meeting. Seconded by Kevin Stubbs and carried by unanimous vote. Brenda Poteet, representative 'for the Willow Tree Cafe, was present and submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to attach a sign to the building at 205 East First Street. Kevin Stubbs moved to approve the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to attach a sign at 205 East First Street, as follows: he approved the sign graphics and color contingent that the sign is made of a permanent material (ie., wood or metal); it must not exceed 4 square feet; must be perpendicular to the building; and be a minimum of 8' above grade, as required by the Sign Regulations. Seconded by Jerry Mills and carried by unanimous vote,, HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD - Minutes Page 5 February 2, 1995 Alexander and Barbara Then were present and submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness for 1019 Magnolia Avenue, to erect a privacy fence, paint the exterior of the structure and install a new driveway approach off. of Magnolia Avenue. Mr. Then explained that item one of the application is to erect a 6' high treated cypress board on board privacy fence. They are proposing to run the fence the length of 11th Avenue from the back of their screen porch on the side to the fence on the other side of the alley, which is 7' off the curb placing it in the City's right of way. It was indicated that this would require an Application for a Right of Way Use Agreement. Mr. Mills stated he would be willing to approve the fence contingent on the City Commission's approval of the Right of Way Use Agreement. The Board'explained that the old Sanford Regulations require that.the fence be placed on the property line. Item two of the application is to install a driveway off of Magnolia Avenue, which will require a curb cut. He stated that a driveway was there previously and they are just purposing to re -open it. The existing driveway that is being used can only handle one vehicle. The Board explained that based on the old Sanford Regulations vehicular driveway access is not allowed from the main streets. Item three of the application is to paint the exterior of the structure yellow, white and green. Jerry Mills moved to approve items one and three of the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness and table item two, until Mr. Conklin has the opportunity to go to the site to determine if there is another workable alternative for the driveway at 1019 Magnolia Avenue. Seconded by Kevin Stubbs and carried by unanimous vote. Violetta Williams submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the tile caps on two porches at 612 Park Avenue. Applicant was not present. Mr. Gibson presented a sample of the proposed tile caps. Jerry Mills moved to approve the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the tile caps on the two porches at 612 Park Avenue, as proposed. Seconded by Helen Stairs and carried by unanimous vote. Billy Painter submitted an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to remove mechanical air condition devices and replace them with a 18' X 12' metal storage shed at 115 East First Street. Applicant was not present. Jerry--_Mills moved to table the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness for the metal storage shed at 115 East First Street; until the March 2, 1995 meeting requesting that the applicant attend and required that a photograph of the proposed structure be submitted. Seconded by Kevin Stubbs and carried by unanimous vote. HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD - Minutes Page 6 February 2, 1995 " The Board acknowledged the Minor Review Committee's action on the following Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness: Residential a) .317 South Oak Avenue - Re -roof b) .607 South Oak Avenue - Re -roof c) 1200 South Magnolia Avenue - Paint Color The;Board was requested to turn in proposed changes to the Old' Sanford Historic Area Regulations. The secretary will compile all changes and provide a draft of the changes to the Board. The Board was requested to turn in changes to the Historic Downtown Walking Tour Brochure. The secretary will compile all changes and provide a draft of the changes to the Board. There being no further business before the Board, the.meeting was adjourned at 6:30 P.M. Respectfully Submitted: Penny L. Turner