08-16-2021 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting - Auditorium

City of Cape May Historic Preservation Commission Monday, August 16, 2021 - 6:00 PM OPENING: The regular meeting of the City of Cape May Historic Preservation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Warren Coupland at 6:04 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice of this meeting was provided. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: Mr. Coupland, Chairperson Present Mr. Carroll, Vice Chairperson Present Vacant -------- Mr. Cogswell Present Ms. Pessagno Present Ms. Wilson Stridick Absent Mr. Testa Present Mr. Stevenson Alt. 1 Present Mr. Boecker Alt. 2 Present ALSO PRESENT: Robert Fineberg, Esquire – Commission Solicitor Chris Bezaire – Council Liaison – by telephone Karen Keenan, HPC Secretary MINUTES: Motion made by Mr. Cogswell to approve the April 19, 2021 minutes. Seconded by Mr. Carroll and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. RESOLUTION(S): Quinn, 38 Jackson Street, 1034/2 – Resolution #2021-23 Hudson, 1527-1529 Yacht Avenue, 1160/20, 20.01, 21 – Resolution #2021-24 Jones, 20 Patterson & 6 Mt. Vernon Avenues, 1018/1, 2 – Resolution #2021-25 Motion made by Mr. Carroll to approve Resolutions #2021-23 (Quinn resolution as corrected to read heard on July 19, 2021), #2021-24, and #2020-25. Seconded by Mr. Testa and carried 5-0. Those in favor: Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno. APPLICATIONS APPROVED IN REVIEW: Krantz, 718 Columbia Avenue, 1071/5, Contributing – Fence 1217 Washington Street LLC, 1217 Washington Street, 1129/37, Contributing – Windows, Door, Foundation, Siding, Shed Roof NJ Prime Real Estate LLC, 1507 Yacht Avenue, 1160/8, 8.01, 9, Non Contributing - Solar Panels on Flat Roof Grobelny, 518 Broad Street, 1053/4 C-518, Non Contributing – Deck, Rails Fruchtman, 543 Bank Street, 1054/28, Non Contributing – Porch Railings HPC 1 August 16, 2021 Ver Steeg, 14 Second Avenue, 1012/8, Non Contributing – Shed Devonshire of Cape May Condo Assn. Inc., 219 S. Lafayette Street, 1030/3 C-1A to C-2F, Non Contributing – Fence Matthews, 23 Patterson Avenue, 1019/31, Non Contributing – HVAC Gray, 306 Congress Street, 1026/19, Contributing – HVAC Dempsey, 665 Hughes Street, 1058/15, Contributing – Siding, Railings, Fences Bellangy, 511 Pearl Street, 1077/16, Contributing – Fence Duffy, 1605-1607 New Jersey Avenue, 1186/15, 16, 17, 18.01, Contributing – Patio, Driveway, Walkways, Fence Seltzer, 513 Franklin Street, 1076/4, Contributing – Fence, Shower Enclosure Schwab, 712 Columbia Avenue, 1071/4, Contributing – HVAC Maloy, 917 Stockton Avenue, 1082/16, Contributing – Window to Door, Add Storage Area, Heater Platform Steenrod, 1015 Washington Street, 1111/6 C-01 to C-04, Contributing – Roof, Rear Porch Mendoza, 818 Washington Street, 1091/4, Contributing – HVAC Coupland, 737 Washington Street, 1079/8, Contributing – Fence Motion made by Mr. Stevenson to approve the Applications Approved in Review. Seconded by Mr. Carroll and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. APPLICATIONS - Adjourned: These applications were adjourned to the September 20, 2021 at the request of the applicants: KIMSEY…………………...................................................................................290 WINDSOR AVENUE ROOF DORMERS, ADDITION, BLK 1023 LOT(S) 6 (CONTRIBUTING) PORCH 1022 LAFAYETTE LLC…………………………….…………………………………………1022 LAFAYETTE STREET RENOVATIONS, FENCE, POOL, BLK 1112 LOT(S) 3 & 4 (CONTRIBUTING) PATIO APPLICATIONS: FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CAPE MAY……………………………….………….500 HUGHES STREET BROCHURE HOLDERS BLK 1048 LOT(S) 1.01 (KEY) Linda B. Riccio presented this application for brochure holders. She stated that they tried different options without success and feel that these brochure holders will work best for them and the theater group that uses their space. Commissioners were allotted time for questions and comments. There was a discussion on alternatives with none being suitable due to wind and the irregular stone façade. Motion made by Mr. Testa to accept the application as presented. Seconded by Mr. Carroll and carried 6-1. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: Mr. Coupland. HPC 2 August 16, 2021 CAPE REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS LLC…………….……………....……………………….…628 BROAD STREET DEMO, NEW CONSTRUCTION BLK 1060 LOT(S) 8 (NON CONTRIBUTING) Owner Scott Peter presented this application to demolish this 1970s modular vinyl-sided rancher. The nine points/criteria of demolition were reviewed by Owner Peter noting that the last two points are for relocation and do not apply to this application . Motion made by Mr. Testa for approval of demolition of the existing structure. Seconded by Mr. Cogswell and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. Owner Peter then presented plans and the materials list for a new single family home. Commissioners provided comments that they prefer upgraded materials and gave many suggestions. Owner Peter said he appreciated the feedback for this oddly shaped property. Motion made by Mr. Testa to table the application with applicant waiving the time for a decision. Seconded by Mr. Cogswell and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE CONDOS……….…………….………..……………….…………..501 BEACH AVENUE ANTENNAS BLK 1047 LOT(S) 1 (NON CONTRIBUTING) There was no one present for this application. Motion made by Mr. Testa to approve the application as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Carroll and did not carry 1-6. Those in favor: Ms. Pessagno. Those opposed: Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those abstaining: None. VTOWN PROPERTIES LLC…………………………………………............................1163 LAFAYETTE STREET DEMO, NEW CONSTRUCTION BLK 1061 LOT(S) 76 (NON CONTRIBUTING) Architect Joseph Scarpa of the Hyland Group presented this application for demolition of a single family home to be replaced by a new single family home. The nine points/criteria of demolition were reviewed by Architect Scarpa noting that the last two points are for relocation and do not apply to this application . Motion made by Mr. Carroll for approval of demolition of the existing structure. Seconded by Mr. Cogswell and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. Architect Scarpa said he is seeking final approval and designed the new single family home after studying the homes around it. He said they are moving the building forward to be in line with other homes on the street and shared the materials list. Commissioners were allotted time for questions and comments. There was a discussion on parking in the rear, the siding and setting the structure back due to the massing. Vice Chairperson Carroll compliment Architect Scarpa on the design and said the HPC wants to look at the materials list and dimensions on the design. HPC 3 August 16, 2021 Motion made by Mr. Testa for conceptual approval of the design of the structure with a return to the HPC after Zoning Board approval subject to a change in design of parking to be moved to the rear as much as possible and not in the front. Seconded by Mr. Carroll and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. RUSHLOW…………………………………………………………..………………………………….20 SECOND AVENUE ELEVATE/ADDITION BENEATH/ BLK 1012 LOT(S) 5 (CONTRIBUTING) DECKS/GARAGE, EXTERIOR WORK Architect Christina Amey and Contract Purchaser Connor McMahan were present for this application to elevate the structure. Chairperson Coupland advised that elevation is only to mitigate for flood for a contributing structure and for no other purposes. Architect Amey said the lot is undersized and there is structural damage in many places. She felt that the addition below the structure would be more respectful to the HPC versus a floor addition above the existing structure. Architect Amey showed Exhibits A-1 Floor Plans with Photos and Exhibit A-2 Existing Streetscape Photos. Commissioners were allotted time for questions and comments. There was concern about the loss of the contributing status and the Sears house, a piece of Americana. There was a discussion on proper flood elevation. Commissioners felt it was not possible to approve the plan without threatening the City’s National Historic Landmark status. Motion made by Mr. Cogswell to table the application with applicant agreeing to waive the time for a decision. Seconded by Mr. Testa and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Stevenson, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. Council Liaison Bezaire departed the meeting at 7:40 PM. UFFLEMAN………………………………………………………..……………………………………219 NORTH STREET ELEVATE/NEW FOUNDATION BLK 1031 LOT(S) 43 (CONTRIBUTING) Commissioner Stevenson recused himself from this application. Present for this application seeking final approval for elevating the existing building and installing a new foundation were Owners Amanda Adams and Daniel Uffleman and Project Designer Adam Crossland. Designer Crossland described the plans included in the application and shared the materials list. He said the proposed elevation is BFE plus two feet to elevation 10 which is required due to the extent of interior renovations exceeding 50% of the house value. Commissioners were allotted time for questions and comments. It was determined the net raise of the building is to be 1.7 feet. There was a discussion on lattice with horizontal and vertical cedar privacy lattice to match existing on the front porch in keeping with the period of the house. The new brick will match existing brick. Motion made by Mr. Carroll to approve the application with the exception that the vertical panel to be cedar privacy lattice, 75% lattice and 25% opening. Seconded by Mr. Cogswell and carried 6-0. Those in favor: Mr. Cogswell, Ms. Pessagno, Mr. Testa, Mr. Boecker, Mr. Carroll, Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None. Commissioner Stevenson returned to the meeting. OPEN TO PUBLIC: HPC 4 August 16, 2021 Discussion was open to the public at 7:53 PM and closed with no public coming forward to comment. DISCUSSION: Chairperson Coupland shared that Dave Clemans will be recognized for his service to the HPC and the City via a proclamation to be read at the City Council meeting on August 17 th, 2021. There was a discussion on the possibility of HPC inspections to take place upon the sales of properties in the Historic District as is done by the Zoning Official and Fire Prevention Bureau. Fines were discussed with Solicitor Fineberg to work on the issues and also a review of the bylaws, which were adopted over twenty years ago, for possible changes. Vice Chairperson Carroll commended Chairperson Coupland on acquisition of a $45,000 grant to explore and celebrate Black history in the community. Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Mr. Carroll at 8:23 PM, with all in favor. Respectfully submitted: Karen Keenan – HPC Secretary HPC 5 August 16, 2021