Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · November 9, 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, November 9, 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 - Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
Absent: 2 - Mr. Grant and Mr. Seiple
Staff in attendance: Mr. Hannan, City Planner; Ms. Soloman, Associate Planner; Mrs. Zipay,
Planning Technician; Mr. Joe Campbell, Executive Assistant.
III. Public Comment
Chair Drummond opened the meeting to public comment for anyone wanting to address the
Board on any item. There were no comments; however, Mr. Drummond acknowledged receipt
of two emails from Mr. Donovan Husat, President of Hudson Heritage Association, and Mr.
David Adams, 172 Aurora Street, regarding the new house proposed at 135 Franklin Street.
IV. Consent Applications
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Waldeck, to approve the Consent
Agenda.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
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A. 2016-525 51 South Main Street
Sign (one building sign - John Robert’s Studio)
Submitted by Carl Rappaport, Sign-Lite
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
B. 2016-533 180 West Streetsboro Street Suite 5 - Jaipur Junction
Alteration (awning replacement)
Submitted by Ohio Awning and Mfg. Co
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
C. 2016-527 7680 Valley View Road
Fence (wood split rail with wire mesh on the interior)
Submitted by Elizabeth Leonard
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
D. 2016-529 2788 Blue Heron Drive
Alteration (portico over existing front stoop)
Submitted by Palumbo Renovations
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
E. 2016-530 88 North Hayden Pkwy
Alteration (Add two dormers at the front elevation, window and door alterations)
Submitted by William Gotts
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
V. Old Business
A. 2016-458 135 Franklin Street
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Peninsula Architects - Historic District
A site visit was performed at this property on November 2, 2016. Ms. Marzulla, Mr.
Drummond, Mr. Waldeck, Ms. Soloman, and Mr. Matava were present.
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Mr. Matava of Peninsula
Architects was present for the meeting. The compatibility of the house, as compared to the
surrounding properties, the front yard setback, and the driveway location were discussed. Mr.
Matava withdrew the application to consider other options for relocating the driveway.
This application was withdrawn to a future meeting.
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VI. New Business
A. 2016-481 220 North Main Street
Sign (one building and one projecting - The Farmhouse on Main)
Submitted by The Farmhouse on Main LLC - Historic District
The Historic District subcommittee reviewed the application. Mr. Chris Logan, co-owner of the
business, was present for the meeting. The size and the material of the letters were discussed.
The application was withdrawn and the applicant will return with a revised proposal for the
sign.
This application was withdrawn to a future meeting.
B. 2016-483 2642 East Streetsboro Street
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by Joe Archer
Joe and Tricia Archer, the homeowners, were present for the meeting. The design elements of
the shed, including roof shape, cornerboards and the metal roof were discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Congin, that this AHBR Application be
approved as constructed
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
C. 2016-512 128 Hudson Street
Alteration (replace three windows with sliding door and steps)
Submitted by Barbara G. Lochridge - Historic District
The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. Ms. Barbara Lochridge, the
homeowner, was present for the meeting. The proposed alterations and steps 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 presented.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Congin, to accept the recommendation
of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
D. 2016-516 262 Bridgewater Circle
Addition (screened porch and deck)
Submitted by Dennis A Saxe Architect
Mr. Dennis Saxe, the architect, was present for the meeting. The size of the porch columns was
discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Congin, that this AHBR Application be
approved as submitted with the following condition:
a) The screened porch cannot be converted to a glass enclosure without the addition of a
masonry foundation to match the house.
The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
E. 2016-517 2636 Doug Avenue
Addition (add storage area at existing attached garage)
Submitted by James R Wilson
Mr. James Wilson, the contractor and applicant, was present for the meeting. A revised roof
plan was provided as requested.
A motion was made by Mr. Congin, seconded by Mr. Morris, that this AHBR Application be
approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
F. 2016-528 5427 Towbridge Drive
Addition (addition to attached garage)
Submitted by Legacy Remodeling Team
Mr. Bill Young of Legacy Remodeling Team was present for the meeting. Revised plans were
provided at the meeting. There was discussion on the size and scale of the proposed addition
and the offset from the front face of the main house.
A motion was made by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Congin, that this AHBR Application be
approved with the following condition:
a) The front face of the addition will be recessed a minimum of 12 " from the front face of the
main house
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
G. 2016-474 309 West Streetsboro Street (Hampshire Estates S/L 9)
New Residential Construction
Submitted by All Service Construction
Mr. Greg Pavlik and Ms. Noelle Frantz, the property owners, and Mr. Dale Chait, the
contractor, were present for the meeting. Revised plans were provided at the meeting. The
proposed windows, fireplace vent location, the garage roof, and the foundation material were
discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Congin, seconded by Mr. Morris, that this AHBR Application be
approved with the following conditions:
a) Show the location of the A/C unit and utility meters on the site plan.
b) Provide a cross section of the proposed windows and trim.
c) The fireplace vent must be located at the rear.
d) Alll steps will have solid risers.
e) The foundation will be a stone material.
f) Conditional upon approval from City Consultant Engineer.
g) Conditional upon approval from City Consultant Landscape Architect.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris and Mr. Waldeck
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H. 2016-475 6621 Wildwood Court (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 19)
New Residential Construction (Single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Mr. Keith Filipkowski, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. The board discussed the
look alike issue with the house at sublot 22 and determined the plans were acceptable as
presented.
A motion was made by Mr. Congin, seconded by Mr. Waldeck, that this AHBR Application be
approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
I. 2016-477 5636 Woodview Court (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 68)
New Residential Construction (Two-story single family house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes
Mr. Keith Filipkowski, of Pulte Homes, was present for the meeting. The board discussed the
look alike issue with the house at sublot 65 and determined the plans were acceptable as
presented.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that this AHBR Application
be approved as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Waldeck
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-2383 6463 Hammontree Drive
Informal Discussion
Ms. Cynthia Tobin, the architect, presented preliminary plans for a proposed addition. She
requested initial feedback from the board on the design before applying to the BZBA for a
variance request. The Board reached a consensus that the design was appropriate.
B. TMP-2389 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD
OF REVIEW MEETINGS.
A motion was made by Mr. Congin, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that the October 26, 2016
meeting minutes be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Congin, Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla and Mr. Morris
Abstain: 1- Mr. Waldeck
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VIII. Adjournment
Hearing no further business, Chair Drummond adjourned the meeting at 9:20 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 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, November 9, 2016 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. 2016-525 51 South Main Street
Sign (one building sign - John Robert’s Studio)
Submitted by Carl Rappaport, Sign-Lite
B. 2016-533 180 West Streetsboro Street Suite 5 - Jaipur Junction
Alteration (awning replacement)
Submitted by Ohio Awning and Mfg. Co
C. 2016-527 7680 Valley View Road
Fence (wood split rail with wire mesh on the interior)
Submitted by Elizabeth Leonard
D. 2016-529 2788 Blue Heron Drive
Alteration (portico over existing front stoop)
Submitted by Palumbo Renovations
E. 2016-530 88 North Hayden Pkwy
Alteration (Add two dormers at the front elevation, window and door
alterations)
Submitted by William Gotts
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V. Old Business
A. 2016-458 135 Franklin Street
New Residential Construction (single family two-story house)
Submitted by Peninsula Architects - growth management not required - look
alike OK - site plan NOT OK - tree plan NOT OK - Historic District -
recommend referral to the Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC
1203.12 - no recommendation
a) Question the compatibility of this house design with the surrounding
properties. The massing, height, size and front entry projection are not
typical of houses in this area.
b) The front yard setback cannot differ by more than 10% of the two
adjoining properties unless approved by the AHBR.
c) AHBR member commented that the overall size and height of the
proposed new house is out of scale with this short block neighborhood
and is not compatible with the three other houses on Franklin Street.
d) Conditional upon approval from City of Hudson Engineering
Department.
e) Conditional upon approval from City Consultant Landscape Architect.
VI. New Business
A. 2016-481 220 North Main Street
Sign (one building and one projecting - The Farmhouse on Main)
Submitted by The Farmhouse on Main LLC - Historic District - recommend
referral to the Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) This building sign was installed prior to approval of a zoning certificate.
b) Provide the dimensions of the text and logo on the projecting sign.
c) The design standards state a sign should not exceed 70% of the height
and length of the sign panel. Suggest reducing the height of the sign and
lettering.
d) The design standards state all wall signs mounted on a panel should have
a compatible frame or border. Suggest revising the sign to a rectangular
sign panel with a border.
e) Question the inconsistent letter placement.
f) Clarify which sign designs are proposed. Remove all details that do not
apply to this application.
g) AHBR members question the appropriateness with the installed building
sign.
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B. 2016-483 2642 East Streetsboro Street
Accessory Structure (shed)
Submitted by Joe Archer
a) The design standards state enclosed accessory buildings shall
incorporate some elements similar to the main house such as corner boards,
window types or materials. Indicate any elements which match the main
house.
C. 2016-512 128 Hudson Street
Alteration (replace three windows with sliding door and steps)
Submitted by Barbara G. Lochridge - Historic District - recommend referral
to the Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) AHBR member requests additional photographs of the existing house.
D. 2016-516 262 Bridgewater Circle
Addition (screened porch and deck)
Submitted by Dennis A Saxe Architect
a) AHBR member suggests all porch columns be the same width.
b) The zoning certificate will state the screened porch cannot be converted
to a glass enclosure without the addition of a masonry foundation.
E. 2016-517 2636 Doug Avenue
Addition (add storage area at existing attached garage)
Submitted by James R Wilson
a) Provide a roof plan showing the proposed addition and alterations to the
existing roof.
F. 2016-528 5427 Towbridge Drive
Addition (addition to attached garage)
Submitted by Legacy Remodeling Team
a) Provide plans at a scale of ¼”=1’ scale and a full view of the front
elevation of the house and addition.
b) The design standards state wings cannot be larger or taller than the main
body. The footprint of the garage window with the proposed addition is
larger than the footprint of the main mass. The proposed addition does
not comply with this standard.
c) The design standards state the front face of the main body must site
forward at least 18” from the front face of the wings. The proposed
addition does not comply with this standard; however, the existing garage
is forward of the main mass.
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G. 2016-474 309 West Streetsboro Street (Hampshire Estates S/L 9)
New Residential Construction
Submitted by All Service Construction - growth management not required -
look alike OK - site plan NOT OK - tree plan NOT OK- no recommendation
a) Show the location of the A/C unit and utility meters in the site plan.
b) Provide a cross section of the proposed windows and trim.
c) Confirm the fireplace vent is located at the rear.
d) Suggest revising the garage roof to a traditional gable and match the
slope of the main mass.
e) Note all steps will have sold risers.
f) Suggest revising stucco foundation to brick or stone material.
g) Conditional upon approval from City Consultant Engineer.
h) Conditional upon approval from City Consultant Landscape Architect.
H. 2016-475 6621 Wildwood Court (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 19)
New Residential Construction (Single family two-story house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management not required - look alike
NOT OK - tree plan OK - site plan OK - no recommendation
a) Question look alike with S/L 22. Staff notes these two houses have a
different wing configuration and major feature with the portico.
I. 2016-477 5636 Woodview Court (Reserve at River Oaks S/L 68)
New Residential Construction (Two-story single family house)
Submitted by Pulte Homes - growth management not required - look alike
NOT OK - tree plan OK - site plan OK - no recommendation
a) Question look alike with S/L 65. Staff notes these two houses have a
different wing configuration and major feature with the portico.
VII. Other Business
A. TMP-2383 6463 Hammontree Drive
Informal Discussion
B. TMP-2389 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORIC BOARD
OF REVIEW MEETINGS.
Attachments: October 26, 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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