Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · May 11, 2016
Minutes
City of Hudson, Ohio
Meeting Minutes - Final
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
David J. Drummond, Chair
Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair
Arthur Morris, Secretary
Laura Church
James H. Grant
Jim Seiple
Chris Waldeck
Denise Soloman, Associate Planner
Keri Zipay, Planning Technician
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
Chair Drummond 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: 5 - Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
Absent: 2 - Mr. Morris and Mr. Seiple
Staff in attendance: Ms. Soloman, Associate Planner; Mrs. Zipay, Planning Technician
III. Public Comment
Chair Drummond opened the meeting to public comments for anyone wanting to address the
Board. There were no comments.
IV. Consent Applications
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mrs. Church, to approve the Consent
Agenda.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
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A. 2016-152 56 Library Street Suite 102
Sign (one projecting sign and one ground sign panel - Comfort Spa)
Submitted by Qing Hai Wu
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
B. 2016-175 82 West Streetsboro Street
Sign (two building signs and one ground sign panel - Cleveland
Clinic/Akron General)
Submitted by Akers Identity
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
C. 2016-168 8035 Stow Road
Non-Residential Alteration (three replacement antennas - AT&T)
Submitted by AT&T
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
D. 2016-154 2155 Edgeview Drive
Accessory Structure (detached screened in porch)
Submitted by Littler Construction
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
E. 2016-172 2871 Blaikley Drive
Accessory Structure (pergola and outdoor kitchen)
Submitted by KGK Gardening and Design
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda with the following
condition:
a) Conditional upon Engineering Department approval of the site alteration.
F. 2016-176 6613 Wildwood Court
Addition (deck)
Submitted by Klassic Custom Decks
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
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V. Old Business
A. 2016-060 43 North Oviatt Street
Alteration (replace installed vinyl clad windows at the front elevation and
north side elevation with Andersen Woodwright windows)
Submitted by David Moore Builders LLC - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Mr. David Moore, the
contractor, was present for the meeting.
Mrs. Church reported that all members of the Historic District Subcommittee
recommended granting a Certificate of Appropriateness for the plans as presented.
A motion was made by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Waldeck, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
B. 2016-138 6520 Westpoint Drive
Alteration (alteration to approved screened porch addition, installation of vinyl
window panels in screen openings)
Submitted by Robert’s Construction
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Trozzo, the homeowners, were present for the meeting. Mr. and Mrs.
Trozzo provided a sample of the window material. The appearance of the vinyl window
panels was discussed. Mrs. Church and Ms. Marzulla indicated that the exterior appearance of
the panels was not appropriate for this style of porch. The rest of the Board determined the
panels were acceptable in this case; however they rejected vinyl panels be part of the original
plans for future applications.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved as installed for this case only.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Waldeck
Nay: 2- Mrs. Church and Ms. Marzulla
VI. New Business
A. 2016-159 2210 Ravenna Street
Fence (two styles of six foot vinyl, with an existing split rail on property)
Submitted by Nichols Fence
Mr. Jim VanZant, of Nichols Fence, and Ms. Kathy Rufener, the homeowner, were present for
the meeting. The style of fence proposed was discussed. The Board was concerned with
utilizing more than one style of fence for the newly fenced in area. The homeowner agreed to
use the juniper style fence for all runs.
A motion was made by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mrs. Church, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following condition:
a) Incorporate the juniper style fence for all runs.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
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B. 2016-160 198 Ravenna Street
Addition (family room)
Submitted by R. David Minnix, Jr.
Mr. John Adams, the contractor, was present for the meeting. The roof pitch and the valley
created by the addition intersecting the wall of the main house was discussed.
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mrs. Church, that this AHBR
Application be approved as revised and with the following condition:
a) A triple double hung window unit will be incorporated at the rear of the addition.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
C. 2016-164 250 Oldham Way
Addition (fourth garage bay, second floor above garage, portico over existing
patio)
Submitted by Ralph Victor Construction Inc.
Mr. Todd Victor, of Ralph Victor Construction, and Ms. Michelle Chokan, the homeowner,
were present for the meeting. The stone material for the porch columns, fireplace vent, and
the continuous plane at the left elevation were discussed.
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following conditions:
a) Incorporate shutters at all side elevation windows.
b) Remove fireplace vent from the outdoor fireplace.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
D. 2016-167 162 South Main Street
Addition (front entry, porch, two dormers)
Submitted by Christopher & Suzanne Schenkenberger
Mr. and Mrs. Schenkenberger, the homeowners, and Mr. Ryan Grass, the architect, were
present for the meeting. The placement of shutters on the front elevation double window, the
use of more than one accent material, and the facade material of the chimney were discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Waldeck, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following condition:
a) Incorporate brick to match the existing house if chimney is extended.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
E. 2016-143 5697 Highwood Court (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 61)
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Mr. Keith Filipkowski, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. The trim band
application was discussed. The Board determined the plans were acceptable as presented with
the trim band applied at the front elevation only.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mrs. Church, that this AHBR
Application be approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-1564 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD OF
REVIEW MEETINGS.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that the April 13, 2016
meeting minutes be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
VIII. Adjournment
Hearing no further business, Chair Drummond adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
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David Drummond, Chair
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Arthur Morris, 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
David J. Drummond, Chair
Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair
Arthur Morris, Secretary
Laura Church
James H. Grant
Jim Seiple
Chris Waldeck
Denise Soloman, Associate Planner
Keri Zipay, Planning Technician
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. 2016-152 56 Library Street Suite 102
Sign (one projecting sign and one ground sign panel - Comfort Spa)
Submitted by Qing Hai Wu
B. 2016-175 82 West Streetsboro Street
Sign (two building signs and one ground sign panel - Cleveland
Clinic/Akron General)
Submitted by Akers Identity
C. 2016-168 8035 Stow Road
Non-Residential Alteration (three replacement antennas - AT&T)
Submitted by AT&T
D. 2016-154 2155 Edgeview Drive
Accessory Structure (detached screened in porch)
Submitted by Littler Construction
E. 2016-172 2871 Blaikley Drive
Accessory Structure (pergola and outdoor kitchen)
Submitted by KGK Gardening and Design
a) Conditional upon Engineering Department approval of the site
alteration.
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F. 2016-176 6613 Wildwood Court
Addition (deck)
Submitted by Klassic Custom Decks
V. Old Business
A. 2016-060 43 North Oviatt Street
Alteration (replace installed vinyl clad windows at the front elevation and
north side elevation with Andersen Woodwright windows)
Submitted by David Moore Builders LLC - Historic District - recommend
referral to the Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
B. 2016-138 6520 Westpoint Drive
Alteration (alteration to approved screened porch addition, installation of
vinyl window panels in screen openings)
Submitted by Robert’s Construction
a) A sample of the vinyl panels will be presented at the meeting.
VI. New Business
A. 2016-159 2210 Ravenna Street
Fence (two styles of six foot vinyl, with an existing split rail on property)
Submitted by Nichols Fence
a) AHBR member suggests a tan colored fence to blend with the existing
split rail fence.
b) AHBR members suggest using only one style of vinyl fence.
B. 2016-160 198 Ravenna Street
Addition (family room)
Submitted by R. David Minnix, Jr.
a) The design standards state roofs shall not intersect a wall to create a
valley. The proposed addition has a roof with two different pitches that
will intersect the wall of the main house and create a valley.
b) The plans must be revised to accurately depict the existing and proposed
roofs.
c) Include a portion of the existing house on the floor plan to clarify how the
addition ties in to the house.
d) Indicate the existing siding and foundation material and confirm the
proposed materials will match.
e) Label the width of the corner boards and window trim. Confirm they will
match the existing house.
f) Provide specifications for the proposed window.
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C. 2016-164 250 Oldham Way
Addition (fourth garage bay, second floor above garage, portico over existing
patio)
Submitted by Ralph Victor Construction Inc.
a) Staff notes there is a separate proposal to replace the swimming pool.
The proposed swimming pool must comply with the requirement for an
accessory structure to be located in the rear yard. This proposed
addition further restricts the placement of the pool.
b) Stone material is proposed for the porch columns and fireplace. Provide
a material sample or brochure for the stone. Question the compatibility
of the stone with the existing brick foundation and chimney on the house.
c) Suggest incorporating shutters on the side elevation windows.
d) The plans show an approximately 51’ continuous plane at the left
elevation. Suggest a secondary lowering of the rear portion of the roof or
other break in the façade.
D. 2016-167 162 South Main Street
Addition (front entry, porch, two dormers)
Submitted by Christopher & Suzanne Schenkenberger - BZBA approval of a
variance to the required front yard setback on March 17, 2016 - Docket
#2016-03 - no recommendation
a) The design standards stated the walls of the main body must be all one
material or an additional material may be used to call attention to
composition. The proposal includes fiber cement siding and stone veneer
at the front porch and two projections.
b) Question the use of shutters at the double window at the front elevation.
E. 2016-143 5697 Highwood Court (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 61)
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management OK - look alike OK - tree
plan OK - site plan OK - no recommendation
a) The design standards indicate details should be consistently applied on
all sides of a mass. Suggest removing the trim band at the front elevation or
wrapping around all sides of the mass.
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-1564 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD
OF REVIEW MEETINGS.
Attachments: April 13, 2016 AHBR 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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