Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · November 12, 2015
Minutes
City of Hudson, Ohio
Meeting Minutes - Final
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Allyn Marzulla, Chair
David J. Drummond, Vice Chair
Laura Church, Secretary
Rachel Czyzak
James H. Grant
Arthur Morris
Jim Seiple
Denise Soloman, Associate Planner
Keri Zipay, Planning Technician
Thursday, November 12, 2015 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
Chair Marzulla called to order the regularly scheduled meeting of the Architectural and
Historic Board of Review of the City of Hudson at 7:30 p.m. in the meeting room of Town
Hall.
II. Roll Call
Present: 7 - Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris
and Mr. Seiple
Staff in attendance: Ms. Soloman, Associate Planner; Mrs. Zipay, Planning Technician
III. Public Comment
Chair Marzulla opened the meeting to public comments for anyone wanting to address the
Board on any agenda item. There were no comments.
IV. Consent Applications
A motion was made by Mr. Drummond, seconded by Mr. Morris, to approve the
Consent Agenda.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
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A. 2015-461 7572 Valley View Road
Addition (screened in porch)
Submitted by Cueni Construction
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
B. 2015-470 5504 Towbridge Drive
Sign (subdivision entrance sign - Towbridge)
Submitted by Central Graphics
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
C. 2015-475 6580 Westpoint Drive
Addition (bedroom, bathroom, sitting area, closet and basement)
Submitted by Roofsmith Restoration
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
D. 2015-480 34 Park Lane
Sign (two awning signs - Restore Cold Pressed)
Submitted by Akers Identity LLC
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
V. Old Business
A. 2015-440 2343 Brafferton Avenue
Alteration (shake siding and cultured stone at the front elevation)
Submitted by J.W. Ross Construction LLC
Mr. Jim Ross, the contractor was present for the meeting. Mr. Ross returned for a second
meeting after having discussed the siding and stone options with the homeowner. The revised
plan was discussed with the Board.
A motion was made by Mrs. Church, seconded by Mr. Seiple that this AHBR
Application be approved as revised with the following conditions:
a) The stone material will continue to the right side of the front door and then 30" above
the foundation material at the front elevation and terminate at the corner post. Vinyl
lap siding to match the rest of the house will be incorporated above the stone at the front
elevation.
b) Landscaping will be planted at the right corner to screen the stone material forward
of the corner post.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
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VI. New Business
A. 2015-454 2930 Pine Trails Circle
Accessory Structure (metal shed)
Submitted by William Marthaler
Mr. William Marthaler, the applicant and homeowner, was present for the meeting. The
proposed metal shed was discussed. The Board determined the metal shed would be
acceptable since it would be located in a wooded area and the existing house had aluminum
siding.
A motion was made by Mr. Seiple, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR Application
be approved as revised with the following conditions:
a) Incorporate closed shutters on both sides of the shed.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
B. 2015-471 5152 Darrow Road
Alteration (replace front porch, window replacement) Demolition (detached
garage)
Submitted by James Kurtz
Mr. Ted Olson, a representative for the property owner, was present for the meeting. The
proposed alterations including new windows, a new front porch with metal roof, and the
demolition of the detached garage were discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Grant and seconded by Mr. Drummond that the AHBR
finds the detached garage at 5152 Darrow Road does not have architectural or historic
significance and the applicant will not voluntarily consent to the retention of the
structure.
The motion carried with the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
A motion was made by Mr. Drummond, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
application be approved with the following condition:
a) New windows to be wood clad with interior and exterior mullions with a shadow bar
between the glass to mimic the original windows.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Mr. Morris and Mr.
Seiple
Nay: 1- Ms. Marzulla
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C. 2015-472 290 Bicknell Lane
Addition (master bedroom, screened porch and rear porch)
Submitted by Peninsula Architects
Mr. Joe Matava, the architect, was present for the meeting. The proposed addition was
discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Drummond, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following conditions:
a) Remove the shutters from the rear elevation awning window.
b) Conditional upon approval of the lot consolidation.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
D. 2015-453 6727 Majestic Oaks Drive (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 42)
New Residential Construction (single-family two story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Mr. Keith Filipkowski, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. The relocation of the
rear basement window and the orientation of the house were discussed.
A motion was made by Mrs. Czyzak, seconded by Mrs. Church, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following condition:
a) The applicant has the option of the rear basement window as presented or relocating
the window to have two basement windows centered under the triple window unit.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
E. 2015-455 6606 Wildwood Court (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 23)
New Residential Construction (two-story single family house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Mr. Keith Filipkowski, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. The orientation of the
house to the curve of the street was discussed.
A motion was made by Mrs. Church, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
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F. 2015-473 7041 Darrow Road
Non-Residential Accessory Structure (warehouse- American Fireworks)
Submitted by EM Construction LLC - Planning Commission site plan
approval on November 9, 2015 - PC#2015-28
Mr. Roberto Sorgi, of American Fireworks, Mr. Charles Marshall of EM Construction, and
Mr. Michael Meyers, the architect, were present for the meeting. The plans for architectural
details and landscaping around the new structure were discussed. The Board considered
options for a metal or fabric awning and revising the plan to have stone at the entry only.
A motion was made by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Drummond, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following condition:
a) Revise plans to incorporate stone accent material at the front entry only. The stone
band at the front elevation will be removed.
b) The applicant has the option of a fabric or metal awning.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-1676 Approval of 2016 AHBR meeting schedule
A motion was made by Mrs. Czyzak, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
B. TMP-1693 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD OF
REVIEW MEETINGS.
A motion was made by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Drummond, that the October 14,
2015 meeting minutes be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mrs. Czyzak, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Morris and Mr. Seiple
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VIII. Adjournment
Hearing no further business, Chair Marzulla adjourned the meeting at 8:54 p.m.
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Allyn Marzulla, Chair
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Laura Church, Secretary
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Keri Zipay, Planning Technician
Upon approval by the Architectural & Historic Board of Review, this official written
summary of the meeting minutes shall become a permanent record, and the official
minutes shall also consist of a permanent audio and video recording, excluding executive
sessions, in accordance with Codified Ordinances, Section 252.04, Minutes of
Architectural and Historic Board of Review, Board of Zoning and Building Appeals,
and Planning Commission.
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Agenda
City of Hudson, Ohio
CD Meeting Agenda - Final-revised
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Allyn Marzulla, Chair
David J. Drummond, Vice Chair
Laura Church, Secretary
Rachel Czyzak
James H. Grant
Arthur Morris
Jim Seiple
Denise Soloman, Associate Planner
Keri Zipay, Planning Technician
Thursday, November 12, 2015 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. 2015-461 7572 Valley View Road
Addition (screened in porch)
Submitted by Cueni Construction
B. 2015-470 5504 Towbridge Drive
Sign (subdivision entrance sign - Towbridge)
Submitted by Central Graphics
C. 2015-475 6580 Westpoint Drive
Addition (bedroom, bathroom, sitting area, closet and basement)
Submitted by Roofsmith Restoration
D. 2015-480 34 Park Lane
Sign (two awning signs - Restore Cold Pressed)
Submitted by Akers Identity LLC
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V. Old Business
A. 2015-440 2343 Brafferton Avenue
Alteration (shake siding and cultured stone at the front elevation)
Submitted by J.W. Ross Construction LLC
a) The design standards state materials used in any mass, including the
main body, must be applied consistently on that mass on all sides of the
structure. The applicant has provided a revised option with stone
material added at the left side of the garage and three feet of stone across
the front elevation terminating at a corner post.
b) The design standards state exposed foundation and tie courses shall be of
a consistent material on all elevations.
VI. New Business
A. 2015-454 2930 Pine Trails Circle
Accessory Structure (metal shed)
Submitted by William Marthaler
a) The design standards state enclosed accessory buildings shall
incorporate some elements similar to the main house, for example similar
corner board, window types or materials. The proposed shed is an all
metal structure. AHBR member suggests revising the shed to incorporate
materials similar to the house.
b) The design standards state all facades over ten feet shall have at least one
window or door opening. Provide details of the proposed faux windows.
B. 2015-471 5152 Darrow Road
Alteration (replace front porch, window replacement) Demolition (detached
garage)
Submitted by James Kurtz
a) This property is located in District 9 and the structure is not a designated
Historic landmark. The applicant indicated that materials will be replaced to
match existing.
C. 2015-472 290 Bicknell Lane
Addition (master bedroom, screened porch and rear porch)
Submitted by Peninsula Architects
a) Provide specifications for the proposed metal roof and shutters.
b) The proposed single shutters on the front elevation appear to be
appropriately sized; however, the shutter at the rear elevation awning
window appears narrow.
c) Label the height to grade at the screened porch. Question if skirting
material or a full width enclosed step is proposed.
d) Conditional upon approval of lot consolidation.
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D. 2015-453 6727 Majestic Oaks Drive (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 42)
New Residential Construction (single-family two story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management OK - look alike OK - tree
plan OK - site plan NOT OK - no recommendation
a) AHBR to confirm the orientation of the house is appropriate.
b) Label the driveway setback on the site plan.
c) Suggest relocating the basement window under the rear elevation door
since a future deck would be subject to the design standards requirement
for skirting material that may obscure the window.
E. 2015-455 6606 Wildwood Court (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 23)
New Residential Construction (two-story single family house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management OK - look alike OK - tree
plan OK - site plan NOT OK - no recommendation
a) Label the driveway setback on the site plan.
b) The Land Development Code requires the house be oriented so that it is
parallel to the radius of the curve of the street extended through the
approximate center of the main mass.
F. 2015-473 7041 Darrow Road
Non-Residential Accessory Structure (warehouse- American Fireworks)
Submitted by EM Construction LLC - Planning Commission site plan
approval on November 9, 2015 - PC#2015-28 - no recommendation
a) This building is subject to the Architectural and Design Standards;
however, it is an industrial warehouse structure. The building should be
softened with landscaping and appropriate architectural details. Staff
suggests additional windows at the front elevation and extending the
masonry accent band across the entire front elevation.
b) Provide a detail or photograph of the actual window and door trim.
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-1676 Approval of 2016 AHBR meeting schedule
B. TMP-1693 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD
OF REVIEW MEETINGS.
Attachments: October 14, 2015 meeting minutes
VIII. Adjournment
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The mission of the Hudson City Government is to serve, promote and support, in a fiscally responsible manner,
an outstanding community that values quality of life, a well-balanced tax base, historic preservation, with a
vision to the future, and professionalism in volunteer and public service.
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