Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · May 25, 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 25, 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: 7 - Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
Staff in attendance: Mr. Hannan, City Planner; 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 on any agenda item. There were no comments.
IV. Consent Applications
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Waldeck to approve the Consent
Agenda.
The motion carried unanimously.
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
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A. 2016-185 5919 Sunset Drive
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by RC Norman Construction
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
B. 2016-198 5675 Reserve Lane
Addition (extension of covered patio, fire table, retaining wall)
Submitted by Kurb Appeal Landscaping LLC
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda with the following
condition:
a) Conditional upon Fire Department approval.
VI. New Business
A. 2016-196 1088 Barlow Road
Demolition (house demolition)
Submitted by Bourgeois Enterprises
The applicant was not present for the meeting.
Ms. Marzulla made a motion that the AHBR finds 1088 Barlow Road does not have
architectural or historic significance. Further, the AHBR finds that the applicant for a
permit to demolish this building will not voluntarily consent to the retention of this
building.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
B. 2016-202 42 Aurora Street
Fence (6 ft. wood privacy fence, scalloped picket fence and arbor)
Submitted by Michael J. Knights - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Mr. Knights, the homeowner,
was present for the meeting. The proposed new fence and arbor were discussed.
Mrs. Church reported that all members of the Historic District Subcommittee waived
the two meeting review period and recommended granting a Certificate of
Appropriateness for the plans as presented.
A motion was made by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Grant, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
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C. 2016-194 48 College Street
Addition (demolish existing screened porch, new breakfast room)
Submitted by Sixmo Inc. - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. The contractor, of David Rose
properties, and Mr. Peter Lawrence, the homeowner, were present for the meeting. The
proposed windows were discussed. Mr. Lawrence indicated the new windows will be custom
made to match the existing windows on the house.
Ms. Marzulla reported that all members of the Historic District Subcommittee waived
the two meeting review period and recommended granting a Certificate of
Appropriateness for the plans as presented with the following condition:
a) Specifications for the proposed windows and doors will be provided.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Seiple, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
D. 2016-199 7541 Woodspring Lane
Alteration (siding replacement)
Submitted by A&B Roofing
Mr. Billy Buehl, of A&B Roofing, was present for the meeting. Mr. Buehl provided photos of
multiple houses throughout Hudson with 8" siding. The Board indicated that the proposed 8"
siding is not appropriate for this style and size of house. Mr. Buehl agreed to revise the siding
to a 6" reveal.
A motion was made by Mrs. Church, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following condition:
a) Utilize 6" siding.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
E. 2016-203 150 Aurora Street
Alteration (roof replacement)
Submitted by A&B Roofing - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Mr. Billy Buehl, of A&B
Roofing, was present for the meeting. The proposed roofing material was discussed.
Ms. Marzulla reported that all members of the Historic District Subcommittee waived
the two meeting review period and recommended granting a Certificate of
Appropriateness for the plans as presented.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Grant, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
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F. 2016-205 125 Evamere Lane
Addition (first and second floor bathroom and bedroom)
Submitted by Frederick H. Cowie
Mr. Frederick Cowie, the homeowner, was present for the meeting. Maintaining the existing
second floor side elevation window instead of the proposed shutters was discussed.
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved with the following condition:
a) Keep the second floor side elevation window as existing and black out from the
interior.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
G. 2016-171 6428 Ridgeline Drive (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 76)
New Residential Construction (two-story single family house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Mr. Keith Filipkowski, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting.
A motion was made by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR Application
be approved as presented.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-2046 58 Owen Brown Street
Project Introduction
Addition (attached garage and second floor accessory dwelling) - Historic
District
Submitted by Ron Zelenak
Mr. Ron Zelenak, the father of the homeowner, was present for the meeting. Mr. Zelenak gave
an overview of the proposed addition and requested initial comments from the Board. The
Board indicated that the addition must be subordinate to the main house and that the windows,
headers and other features of the proposed addition should reflect that of the main structure.
B. TMP-2047 250 College Street
Project Introduction
Addition (indoor pool, attached garage) - Historic District
Submitted by William H. Childs Jr.
Mr. William Childs Jr., the architect, was present for the meeting. Mr. Childs gave an
overview of the project. The Board reached a consensus that the massing of the proposal was
appropriate.
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C. TMP-2058 Historic District expansion update
Ms. Soloman presented a map identifying four contiguous blocks to consider along with a
proposed expanded Historic District and a breakdown of the number and age of homes in
each block. Mr. Grant indicated that more homes along Hudson-Aurora Street could be
considered for inclusion. The Board stated that the proposal looked appropriate, and
requested that staff also research the properties on the east side of North Main Street.
D. TMP-2059 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD OF
REVIEW MEETINGS.
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mrs. Church, that the April 27, 2016
meeting minutes be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mrs. Church, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
VIII. Adjournment
Hearing no further business, Chair Drummond adjourned the meeting at 8:50 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 25, 2016 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. 2016-185 5919 Sunset Drive
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by RC Norman Construction
B. 2016-198 5675 Reserve Lane
Addition (extension of covered patio, fire table, retaining wall)
Submitted by Kurb Appeal Landscaping LLC
a) Conditional upon Fire Department approval.
VI. New Business
A. 2016-196 1088 Barlow Road
Demolition (house demolition)
Submitted by Bourgeois Enterprises
a) The subject property is not a historic landmark; therefore, AHBR need
only make the following findings: “AHBR finds that 1088 Barlow Road (has
OR does not have) historic or architectural significance. Further AHBR
finds that the applicant for a permit to demolish this building (will OR will
not) voluntarily consent to the retention of these buildings. Unless the
applicant agrees to retain the building, a zoning certificate will be issued for
the demolition.
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B. 2016-202 42 Aurora Street
Fence (6 ft. wood privacy fence, scalloped picket fence and arbor)
Submitted by Michael J. Knights - Historic District - recommend referral to
the Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
C. 2016-194 48 College Street
Addition (demolish existing screened porch, new breakfast room)
Submitted by Sixmo Inc. - Historic District - recommend referral to the
Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) Label the proposed foundation material and confirm whether it will
match the existing.
b) Provide specifications for the proposed doors and windows.
c) Confirm whether any alterations are proposed to the existing house
including windows as noted on the original submittal.
D. 2016-199 7541 Woodspring Lane
Alteration (siding replacement)
Submitted by A&B Roofing
a) AHBR members state that 8” siding is not appropriate. Provide photos of
similar house with this siding applied and photos of houses on either side.
E. 2016-203 150 Aurora Street
Alteration (roof replacement)
Submitted by A&B Roofing - Historic District - recommend referral to the
Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
F. 2016-205 125 Evamere Lane
Addition (first and second floor bathroom and bedroom)
Submitted by Frederick H. Cowie - BZBA approval for a variance to the
minimum rear yard setback on May 19, 2016 - Docket #2016-12 - no
recommendation
a) Question if the existing second floor side elevation window could be
maintained instead of the proposed closed shutters or suggest framing the
closed shutters and incorporating trim.
G. 2016-171 6428 Ridgeline Drive (The Reserve at River Oaks S/L 76)
New Residential Construction (two-story single family house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management OK - look alike OK - tree
plan OK - site plan OK - no recommendation
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VII. Other Business
A. TMP-2046 58 Owen Brown Street
Project Introduction
Addition (attached garage and second floor accessory dwelling) - Historic
District
Submitted by Ron Zelenak
B. TMP-2047 250 College Street
Project Introduction
Addition (indoor pool, attached garage) - Historic District
Submitted by William H. Childs Jr.
C. TMP-2058 Historic District expansion update
D. TMP-2059 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD
OF REVIEW MEETINGS.
Attachments: April 27, 2016 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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