Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission

Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission 4:00 p.m., November 20, 2025 City Service Center Conference Room • 915 Quarrier Street AGENDA COA-25-0251 Application of Nathaniel & Jennifer King for a certificate of appropriateness in order to replace an original tile roof with synthetic tile on the property located at 1628 Virginia Street, East. COA-25-0252 Application of James D. Seward for a certificate of appropriateness in order to demolish an accessory structure and to replace windows on the property located at 1419 Virginia Street, East. Report on Minor Work Permits New Business Approval of Minutes Adjournment  Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Case Description COA-25-0252: Application of James D. Seward for a certificate of appropriateness in order to demolish an accessory structure and to replace windows on the property located at 1419 Virginia Street, East. The file (including the application and other supporting documentation) is available for your inspection online at https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/. If you have questions, email lori.brannon@cityofcharleston.org or call 304-348-8105. Hearing Details WHEN: 4:00 pm Thursday, November 20, 2025 WHERE: City Service Center Conference Room 915 Quarrier Street Public Participation Anyone who wishes to comment on the case described above is encouraged to do so in one of the following ways: 1. Send a written statement to lori.brannon@cityofcharleston.org. These statements will become a part of the record and will be shared with members of the Commission prior to the hearing. 2. Speak directly to the Commission by joining the meeting. As a matter of general policy these proceedings will not be transcribed by the Commission. Anyone wishing a legal transcript must provide a court reporter at his/her own expense.  Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission Application for Certificate of Appropriateness CofA # Hearing Date: Name of Landmark or Historic District East End Historic District Expansion Applicant Information Property Information Name: Address: James D. Seward 1419 Virginia Street East Address: Tax Map and Parcel: Charleston, WV 25301 Phone: Zoning District: 605-641-2580 East End Historic District Expansion Agent Name, Address and Phone Number: Property Owner and Mailing Address: (if other than applicant) (if other than applicant) IMPORTANT: This application must be typed or legibly printed and filed with the Planning Department, 915 Quarrier Street, Suite 1 Charleston, WV 25301. The following items must accompany this application: 1) a site plan drawn to scale; 2) shop drawings; 3) a list of the owners of adjacent properties with their mailing addresses; 4) photographs, elevations, testimonials or other documentation, which may support your application. You or your representative must be present at the scheduled public hearing in order to present your request and answer questions. THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS. The request for a Certificate of Appropriateness involves: Is this a tax credit project? Repair Alteration New Construction Demolition Yes No Please describe the proposed work to be done on the property. Demolition of garage What measures are being taken to retain and preserve the historic character of the property? Are existing materials being restored or replaced in like kind? Saving as many of the original block from the garage as possible to be used on any and all upcoming projects. This will help with preserving the historic character of the area. How are the distinctive, character-defining features of the structure being affected or altered by the proposed work? See attached notice of violation letter from the city. Walls and foundation are beyond financially feasible repair. Is the work planned in accordance with substantiated documentation, physical or pictorial evidence? If so, please explain and attach copies to this application. See attached pictures. Does any proposed new construction honor the historic materials that characterize the property and conform to the massing, size and scale of the historic environment? Explain. New construction not yet planned. When it is it will be submitted for approval. I need to save up sufficient funds for replacement structure. I hereby affirm that all of the statements and information contained in or filed with this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. 14OCT2025 Signature Date Planning Department Use Only The following is a list of related cases: The following is a list of zoning ordinance violations, building code violations and enforcement actions relating to the subject property: Application reviewed by: Action:  Approved  Rejected If approved, were there any specific conditions or limitations imposed by the CHLC? Planning Official Signature and Title Date