Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · January 25, 2017
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, January 25, 2017 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
Chair Drummond called to order the regularly scheduled meeting of the Architectural &
Historic Board of Review of the City of Hudson at 7:30 p.m., in accordance with the Sunshine
Laws of the State of Ohio, O.R.C. Section 121.22.
II. Roll Call
Present: 5 - Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple and Mr. Waldeck
Absent: 2 - Mr. Congin and Mr. Grant
Staff in attendance: Ms. Soloman, Associate Planner; Mr. Campbell, Executive Assistant.
III. Public Comment
Chair Drummond opened the floor for public comments.
Mr. Donovan Husat spoke regarding the significance of the design of the Lustron home
located at 147 Elm Street and his hope that the home can either be restored or if demolished
the parts made available for repair of other Lustron homes.
IV. Consent Applications
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Morris, to approve the Consent
Agenda.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple and Mr. Waldeck
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A. 2017-019 7923 Valley View Road
Sign (ground sign - The Meadows)
Submitted by E.S. Sign & Design, LLC
This AHBR application was approved on the consent agenda.
VI. New Business
A. 2017-011 147 Elm Street
Demolition (detached garage and house)
Submitted by Peter & Clare Smith
Ms. Clare Smith of 147 Elm Street was present for the meeting. The potential to donate the
structure was discussed.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Morris, that the AHBR finds the home
at 147 Elm Street has historic or architectural significance. Further, AHBR finds that the
applicant for a permit to demolish this building 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.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple and Mr. Waldeck
B. 2017-029 81 East Streetsboro Street
Fence (change approved 3 ft. wood picket fence to 3 ½ ft.)
Submitted by Peter & Amiee Wiley - Historic District
Ms. Amiee Wiley, the property owner, was present at the meeting to discuss the application
and answer questions. The Historic District Subcommittee reviewed the application. The
height and style of the proposed fence 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 once the dicussed revisions are submitted to staff.
A motion was made my Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Seiple, to accept the recommendation of
the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple and Mr. Waldeck
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C. 2017-020 58 Owen Brown Street
Alteration (changes to previously approved plans, addition to existing one story
connection between the main house and addition with Hardiboard siding on the
west elevation, revised rear deck columns from 8” to 6”, composite deck railing
material)
Submitted by Ronald Zelenak - Historic District
Ms. Solomon introduced the case. Mr. Ronald Zelenak was present at the meeting to represent
the application. The proposed post size and the removal of what is thought to be an original
window 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 with the following conditions:
a) Incorporate 8" posts
b) Utilize or store the original window that is proposed to be removed.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Morris, to accept the recommendation
of the Historic District Subcommittee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple and Mr. Waldeck
D. 2016-570 44 Blackberry Drive
Addition (screened porch)
Submitted by Palumbo Renovations - BZBA approval on January 19, 2017
Mr. Kass, the homeowner, was present for the meeting to discuss the application. The
dimension of the proposed posts was discussed.
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Waldeck, that this AHBR Application
be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple and Mr. Waldeck
E. 2017-006 5974 Anna Lee Drive
Addition (Deck)
Submitted by Roberts Construction - BZBA approval on December 15, 2016
Mr. David Frances, of Roberts Construction, was present at the meeting. There were no
questions for the applicant.
A motion was made by Mr. Waldeck, seconded by Mr. Seiple, that this AHBR Application be
approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Drummond, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Morris, Mr. Seiple and Mr. Waldeck
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F. 2017-017 349 Londonairy Circle
Addition (two story addition at rear)
Submitted by Anthony Slabaugh
The applicant was not present for the meeting.
VII. Other Business
A. 2017-027 6463 Hammontree Drive
Informal Discussion
An informal discussion was held regarding the plans for an addition.
B. TMP-2531 2222 East Streetsboro Street
Informal Discussion
Mr. Nester Papageroga, of Alexandra Fine Homes, was present to discuss plans for a new
home.
Other discussion
At the next meeting:
1. Ms. Solomon and Mr. Hannah will update AHBR regarding the City's Lean initiative.
2. Contractor registration
3. Discussion on AHBR plans for the year
4. Four sets of AHBR minutes will be submitted for approval at the next meeting.
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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Joseph Campbell, Executive Assistant
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Agenda
City of Hudson, Ohio
CD Meeting Agenda - 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, January 25, 2017 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. 2017-019 7923 Valley View Road
Sign (ground sign - The Meadows)
Submitted by E.S. Sign & Design, LLC
Attachments: 7923 Valley View Rd-revised
VI. New Business
A. 2017-011 147 Elm Street
Demolition (detached garage and house)
Submitted by Peter & Clare Smith
a) The subject property is not a historic landmark; therefore, AHBR need
only make the following findings: “AHBR finds that the structures at 147 Elm
Street (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.
Attachments: 147 Elm St-submittal
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B. 2017-029 81 East Streetsboro Street
Fence (change approved 3 ft. wood picket fence to 3 ½ ft._
Submitted by Peter & Amiee Wiley - Historic District - recommend referral
to the Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) The design standards state fences in the front yard shall be more formal
in design and lower in height when sited close to the street or sidewalk.
Attachments: 81 East Streetsboro St-submittal
C. 2017-020 58 Owen Brown Street
Alteration (changes to previously approved plans, addition to existing one
story connection between the main house and addition with hardiboard siding
on the west elevation, revised rear deck columns from 8” to 6”, composite
deck railing material)
Submitted by Ronald Zelenak - Historic District - recommend referral to the
Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation
a) Note the new steps will have solid risers.
b) Provide additional photographs of the window to be removed at the rear
elevation of the main house. The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for
Rehabilitation state new additions and adjacent or related new
construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that, if removed on the
future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its
environment would be unimpaired.
Attachments: 58 Owen Brown St-submittal
58 Owen Brown St-original approval
D. 2016-570 44 Blackberry Drive
Addition (screened porch)
Submitted by Palumbo Renovations - BZBA approval of variances to the
required stream corridor setback om January 19, 2017 - Docket #2017-02 -
no recommendation
a) Provide details of the proposed railing including the height and spindle
spacing.
b) Label the porch column and framing material.
Attachments: 44 Blackberry Dr-submittal
E. 2017-006 5974 Anna Lee Drive
Addition (Deck)
Submitted by Roberts Construction - BZBA approval of a variance to the rear
yard setback on December 15, 2016 - Docket #2016-21 - no recommendation
Attachments: 5974 Anna Lee Drive-submittal
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F. 2017-017 349 Londonairy Circle
Addition (two story addition at rear)
Submitted by Anthony Slabaugh
a) Accurately depict the ground level and incorporate additional detail on
the elevations.
b) The design standards state additions should be designed to be compatible
with the main structure by incorporating materials and a foundation to
match and that materials must be consistently applied on all sides of a
mass. Suggest incorporating a brick foundation to match the main house
at the addition.
c) The design standards state all chimneys must match the foundation
material. Question the rear elevation projection for the direct vent
fireplace.
Attachments: 349 Londonairy Circle - submittal
VII. Other Business
A. 2017-027 6463 Hammontree Drive
Informal Discussion
Attachments: 6463 Hammontree - submittal
B. TMP-2531 2222 East Streetsboro Street
Informal Discussion
Attachments: 2222 E Streetsboro Street
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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