Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · September 14, 2016
Minutes
City of Hudson, Ohio
Meeting Minutes - Final
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
David Drummond, Chair
Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair
Arthur Morris, Secretary
Frank Congin
James Grant
Jim Seiple
Chris Waldeck
Denise Soloman, Associate Planner
Keri Zipay, Planning Technician
Wednesday, September 14, 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 - Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
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 on any item. There were no comments but Mr. Drummond stated that a letter was
submitted to the Board by Mr. and Mrs. Smidlein, of 12 Pinewood Lane, regarding the
addition proposed at 200 East Streetsboro Street on this agenda for informal review.
IV. Consent Applications
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Congin, to approve the Consent
Agenda.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
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A. 2016-398 2852 St. George Drive
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by Brennan Szczepanski
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
B. 2016-399 449-499 West Streetsboro Street - Hudson West Condominiums
Alteration (remove wood shingles and replace with vinyl shake siding at all
buildings)
Submitted by Raymond Rohm
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
C. 2016-218 2983 Pine Trails Circle
Accessory Structure (detached garage)
Submitted by David Huston
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
D. 2016-378 2205 Victoria Parkway
Accessory Structure (inground pool) Fence (four foot aluminum, raised patio
with seating wall)
Submitted by Classic Construction & Pool Co. Inc.
a) Conditional upon a license agreement permitting a fence located in an
easement.
b) Conditional upon Engineering Department site plan approval.
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
E. 2016-406 157 Elm Street
Alteration (remove fence at front elevation, install porch railing and columns)
Submitted by James Squyres
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
F. 2016-371 6712 Rosewood Trail
Alteration to New Construction (covered deck)
Submitted by Exscape Designs
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
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V. Old Business
A. 2016-040 2121 Barlow Road
Demolition (house, barn, garage, shop, and shed - Wood Hollow Metro
Park)
Submitted by Summit Metro Parks
Mr. Drummond stated that a site visit was performed on September 6, 2016. Mr. Drummond,
Ms. Marzulla, Ms. Soloman, and Mr. Nick Moskos were present for the site visit.
Mr. Moskos of Summit Metro Parks, was present for the meeting. Mr. Drummond
acknowledged correspondence received from Donovan Husat, the Hudson Heritage
Association president, regarding this request for demolition. The condition of the structures
on the property were discussed. Mr. Drummond commented that the deterioration of the
structures occurred prior to the transfer of ownership to the Metroparks. Mr. Moskos said it
was their intent to salvage some of the materials.
Ms. Marzulla made a motion, seconded by Mr. Morris, that the AHBR finds that the
structures at 2121 Barlow Road do have architectural and historic significance and that
the AHBR finds that the applicant for a permit to demolish these structures will not
voluntarily consent to the retention of these structures. She said the foundation block
and timber beams were most notable and suggested reuse on site with possible signage
indicating the history of the property.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
VI. New Business
A. 2016-396 72 North Main Street
Non-Residential Alteration (remove shutters and revise the sign plan for the
building)
Submitted by Laura Dinovi Anderson - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Ms. Laura Dinovi Anderson
was present for the meeting. The removal of shutters and the new sign plan for the building
were discussed.
Mr. Grant reported that all members of the Historic District Subcommittee waived the
two meeting review period and recommended granting a Certificate of Appropriateness
for the building alteration as submitted and a sign plan to include the following criteria:
a) each tenant will have a two square foot sign plate slogan on the existing fascia
consisting of 8" letters applied to a panel.
b) Each tenant may have a projecting and window sign.
A motion was made by Mr. Congin, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
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B. 2016-395 72 North Main Street Suite 1
Sign (one window and one projecting sign - Sister Nails)
Submitted by Hoa Tao - Historic District
Ms. Hoa Tao, the applicant, was present for the meeting. The size and placement of the
proposed signage was discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Seiple, that this AHBR
Application be approved as revised with the following condition:
a) The window sign at the Main Street frontage will be the same size, design and at the
same height as the window sign on the Park Lane frontage.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
C. 2016-385 120 Hudson Street
Fence (five foot cedar fence for garden enclosure)
Submitted by Acme Fence - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Mr. Mike Clayton, of Acme
Fence, and Mr. William Lockwood, the homeowner, were present for the meeting.
Mr. Grant 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. Seiple, seconded by Mr. Waldeck, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
D. 2016-370 35 Ingleside Drive
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by Diana Fusco
Ms. Diana Fusco, the homeowner, was present for the meeting. The Board discussed the
rustic style of the shed and determined it was acceptable in this case based on the style of the
home and the wooded property.
A motion was made by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Congin, that this AHBR
Application be approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
E. 2016-386 358 Atterbury Boulevard
Alteration (convert front porch to a screened porch)
Submitted by Mac’s Construction
Mr. Dustin McGlumphy, of Mac's Construction, was present for the meeting. The Board
indicated that the plans do not comply with several design standards.
This matter was withdrawn until a future meeting.
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F. 2015-197 76 Parmelee Drive
Addition (front porch pergola)
Submitted by Jessica Obert
Ms. Jessica Obert, the applicant, was present for the meeting. The change to the front
elevation appearance was discussed.
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla that this AHBR Application be approved as
submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
G. 2016-404 278 North Main Street
Addition (remove existing deck, add mudroom and covered entry)
Submitted by Todd Clarke - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Mr. Todd Clarke, the architect,
and Mr. Dennis Baughman, the builder, were present for the meeting. Mr. Clarke provided a
revised drawing that insets the addition. The foundation plan and the blending of the roof
material were 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 revised.
A motion was made by Mr. Congin, seconded by Mr. Grant, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
H. 2016-373 6430 Ridgeline Drive (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 77)
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Ms. Jamey Heinzman, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. There were no comments
to be addressed on this application.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Congin, that this AHBR
Application be approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
I. 2016-374 5629 Timberline Trail (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 70)
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Ms. Jamey Heinzman, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. The size of the proposed
dormers in relation to the window size was discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Congin, that this AHBR
Application be approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
J. 2016-375 5641 Woodview Court (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 66)
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Ms. Jamey Heinzman, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. There were no comments
to be addressed for this application.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR
Application be approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-2230 200 East Streetsboro Street
Informal Discussion
Mr. Joe Matava, of Peninsula Architects, presented preliminary plans for a proposed addition,
a revised rendering of the west elevation showing the addition and existing house was
provided. Mr. Drummond gave Mr. Matava a copy of the letter received from the adjacent
property owner.
B. TMP-2268 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD OF
REVIEW MEETINGS.
A motion was made by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Congin, that the August 24, 2016
meeting minutes be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple
and Mr. Waldeck
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VIII. Adjournment
Hearing no further business, Chair Drummond adjourned the meeting at 8:44 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
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Agenda
City of Hudson, Ohio
CD Meeting Agenda - Final-revised
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
David Drummond, Chair
Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair
Arthur Morris, Secretary
Frank Congin
James Grant
Jim Seiple
Chris Waldeck
Denise Soloman, Associate Planner
Keri Zipay, Planning Technician
Wednesday, September 14, 2016 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. 2016-398 2852 St. George Drive
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by Brennan Szczepanski
B. 2016-399 449-499 West Streetsboro Street - Hudson West Condominiums
Alteration (remove wood shingles and replace with vinyl shake siding at all
buildings)
Submitted by Raymond Rohm
C. 2016-218 2983 Pine Trails Circle
Accessory Structure (detached garage)
Submitted by David Huston
D. 2016-378 2205 Victoria Parkway
Accessory Structure (inground pool) Fence (four foot aluminum, raised patio
with seating wall)
Submitted by Classic Construction & Pool Co. Inc.
a) Conditional upon a license agreement permitting a fence located in an
easement.
b) Conditional upon Engineering Department site plan approval.
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E. 2016-406 157 Elm Street
Alteration (remove fence at front elevation, install porch railing and columns)
Submitted by James Squyres
F. 2016-371 6712 Rosewood Trail
Alteration to New Construction (covered deck)
Submitted by Exscape Designs
V. Old Business
A. 2016-040 2121 Barlow Road
Demolition (house, barn, garage, shop, and shed - Wood Hollow Metro
Park)
Submitted by Summit Metro Parks
a) The subject property is not a historic landmark; therefore, AHBR need
only make the following findings: “AHBR finds that the structures at 2121
Barlow Road (have OR do not have) historic or architectural significance.
Further AHBR finds that the applicant for a permit to demolish these
buildings (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.
VI. New Business
A. 2016-396 72 North Main Street
Non-Residential Alteration (remove shutters and revise the sign plan for the
building)
Submitted by Laura Dinovi Anderson - Historic District - recommend
referral to the Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) The proposed sign plan for the building includes a window sign and
projecting sign for each tenant and a signplate slogan for each tenant in
the existing fascia.
b) Question the use of plastic letters for the signplates. Provide an actual
letter sample for review at the meeting.
B. 2016-395 72 North Main Street Suite 1
Sign (one window and one projecting sign - Sister Nails)
Submitted by Hoa Tao - Historic District - recommend referral to the
Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) Provide a photograph or a drawing accurately depicting the design
proposed on the projecting sign.
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C. 2016-385 120 Hudson Street
Fence (five foot cedar fence for garden enclosure)
Submitted by Acme Fence - Historic District - recommend referral to the
Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
D. 2016-370 35 Ingleside Drive
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by Diana Fusco
a) Label the setbacks from the shed to the property lines and the distance
from the house.
b) The design standards state enclosed accessory buildings shall
incorporate some elements similar to the main body. Question the
compatibility of the proposed metal roof and irregular wood siding with
the existing house.
E. 2016-386 358 Atterbury Boulevard
Alteration (convert front porch to a screened porch)
Submitted by Mac’s Construction
a) The design standards state the front door or main entrance to a building
shall be visible from the street and not obscured by building masses or
fences. The proposed enclosure of the front porch incorporates screens
and a knee wall that will obscure the view of the front door. The plans do
not comply with this standard.
b) Staff determined the proposed alteration to enclose the porch and add a
metal roof creates wing as the porch will extend more than five feet from
the main mass. The design standards state the front face of the main body
must sit forward at least 18” from the front face of the wings. The plans
do not comply with this standard.
c) The design standards state and additional wing may be added to any
mass of the building. This wing must be attached at the rear of side of the
building and may not extend forward of the main body. The proposed
screened porch enclosure is attached the front of the house.
d) Provide a floor plan drawn to scale showing the porch in context with the
existing house.
F. 2015-197 76 Parmelee Drive
Addition (front porch pergola)
Submitted by Jessica Obert
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G. 2016-404 278 North Main Street
Addition (remove existing deck, add mudroom and covered entry)
Submitted by Todd Clarke - Historic District - recommend referral to the
Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) Provide a foundation plan or documentation from Summit County
Department of Building Standards that a foundation is not required.
b) Label all materials on the elevations.
c) Indicate how the roof material of the addition will be blended with the
existing.
d) The Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation indicate new
additions should be differentiated from the old, and should be undertaken
in a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity
of the historic property would be unimpaired. Suggest insetting the
addition to distinguish the addition from the main house and to preserve
the historic window.
e) AHBR member questions if the intent is to mimic the front porch detail.
H. 2016-373 6430 Ridgeline Drive (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 77)
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
I. 2016-374 5629 Timberline Trail (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 70)
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management OK - look alike OK - site
plan OK - tree plan OK - no recommendation
a) Suggest increasing the size of the proposed dormers to incorporate 3040
windows.
J. 2016-375 5641 Woodview Court (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 66)
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management OK - look alike OK - site
plan NOT OK - tree plan OK - no recommendation
a) Conditional upon Engineering Department site plan approval.
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-2230 200 East Streetsboro Street
Informal Discussion
B. TMP-2268 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD
OF REVIEW MEETINGS.
Attachments: August 24, 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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