Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · August 14, 2019
Minutes
City of Hudson, Ohio
Meeting Minutes - Final
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
David Drummond, Chair
Arthur Morris, Secretary
Christopher Bach
John Caputo
Nicole Davis
James Grant
John Workley
Nicholas Sugar, Associate Planner
Wednesday, August 14, 2019 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. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
Absent: 2 - Mrs. Davis and Mr. Morris
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
The items on the consent agenda have been reviewed by both staff and the Board.
Mr. Grant made a motion to approve the consent agenda, Mr. Caputo seconded the motion.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
A. AHBR 19-727 2078 Ravenna Street
Addition (Rear Porch)
Submitted by Mike Connair
Attachments: 2078 Ravenna Street Submittal
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
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B. AHBR 19-795 2516 Cedarwood Court
Addition (Attached Garage & Breezeway)
Submitted by Kracken Construction LLC.
Attachments: 2516 Cedarwood Submittal for 8-14-19
This AHBR Application was approved on the consent agenda.
V. Old Business
There was no old business.
VI. New Business
A. AHBR 4024 2222 East Streetsboro Street
New Residential Construction (Two-Story, Single Family Home)
Submitted by Karen McBee, Alexandra Fine Homes
Attachments: 2222 East Streetsboro Street Submittal
Previously approved plans
Mr. Nestor Papageorge, Alexandra Fine Homes, was present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar noted the house is currently under construction and Mr. Papageorge is requesting
approval of changes made in the field. Mr. Sugar reviewed the staff notes which contains the
changes.
Mr. Papageorge explained moving the porte de cochere to the middle of the mass and other
upgrades.
The Board acknowledged substantial changes were made which were all for the good.
A motion was made by Mr. Caputo, seconded by Mr. Grant, that this AHBR Application be
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
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B. AHBR 19-557 90 Aurora Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Window Replacements)
Submitted by Donna Devine, Gunton Corporation - Historic District.
Attachments: 90 Aurora Street Submittal for 8-14-19 Meeting
Mr. Mike Peronek, representing the owners was present for the meeting.
Mr. Peronek displayed a sample window and trim and explained the window stops and existing
trim will be left in place.
From the site visit the Board felt that the windows could not be effectively repaired and
replacemnt is the best option.
Mr. Caputo 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. Grant, seconded by Mr. Bach, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
C. AHBR 19-667 5 Baldwin Street (Historic District)
Alterations (Window/Door)
Submitted by Sue Patterson, 76 Supply Co. - Historic District.
Attachments: 5 Baldwin Street Submittal
Mr. Jonathan Tiber, 76 Kitchens, was present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar introduced the application for a kitchen renovation with a window and door
replacement in different locations.
Mr. Tiber assured the Board that the outside siding will be staggered and integrated with the
existing siding.
Mr. Caputo 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. Grant, seconded by Mr. Workley, to accept
the recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
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D. AHBR 19-780 34 Church Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Roof Shingle Replacement)
Submitted by Michael Penn- Historic District
Attachments: 34 Church Street Submittal
Mr. Michael Penn, roofing contractor, was present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar introduced the application to replace the existing garage and patio roofs with
shingles to match the house.
Mr. Caputo 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. Grant, seconded by Mr. Bach, to accept the
recommendation of the Historic District Subcommittee. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
E. AHBR 19-834 7111 Kate Drive
Addition (Rear Porch)
Submitted by Carl Sartoris.
Attachments: 7111 Kate Drive Submittal
Mr. Carl Sartoris, friend of the family, was present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar introduced this application and reviewed the staff notes for a rear porch and patio
that is under construction.
Mr. Sartoris and the Board discussed the flashing which Mr. Sartoris stated was existing,
having been removed and put back in place.
A motion was made by Mr. Bach, seconded by Mr. Caputo, that this AHBR Application be
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
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F. AHBR 19-835 56 Bard Drive
Addition (Bedroom)
Submitted by Peter Paino Builders
Attachments: 56 Bard Drive Submittal
Ms. Carolyn Mulroy and Mr. Peter Paino, Architect and builder, were present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar described the application that has wheelchair access and reviewed the staff
comments.
Mr. Paino described the need for an accessible bathroom on the first floor as required by the
Veterans Administration as well as a five-foot minimum square foot shower with areas in the
bathroom for wheelchair access. Mr. Paino then describe other improvements as being
required by the VA or for access in the house.
The Board discussed the fenestration placement and decided this is a special build that makes
a window in the bathroom not practical.
A motion was made by Mr. Caputo, seconded by Mr. Workley, that this AHBR Application be
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
G. AHBR 19-670 6375 Ridgeline Drive (Reserve at River Oaks, Phase III, Lot 137)
New Residential Construction (Two-Story, Single Family Home)
Submitted by Jamey Heinzman, Pulte Homes
Attachments: 6375_Ridgeline_Drive_Submittal[1]
Ms. Jamey Heinzman was present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar introduced this application for a single family home and noted the staff comment
regarding the stone on the front of the house.
The Board discussed the stone and the size and placement of the windows on the front of the
house.
Mr. Caputo made a motion to approve the application with an adjustment to the lower front
windows so they match the upper windows, Mr. Bach seconded the motion. The motion was
approved by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
VII. Other Business
Mr. Sugar informed the Board the Planning Commission reviewed the application for the Final
Plan for Downtown Phase II on Monday, August 12, 2019, and will have a special meeting on
August 26, 2019 to continue the review.
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A. AHBR 19-427 5606 Sunset Drive (Informal Discussion)
Accessory Structure (Shed)
Submitted by Robert Kollar.
Attachments: 5606 Sunset Drive Submittal (Informal)
Mr. Robert Kollar was present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar introduced this informal discussion for an existing 16 x 16 foot shed that was
constructed without a site plan, in the setbacks. On July 18, 2019, the BZBA continued a
request for variances for the setback requirements and instructed the appliant to get a permit
from Summit County Division of Building Standards and the comments from the AHBR. Mr.
Sugar showed pictures and elevations of the shed and reviewed the staff comments including
the required setbacks of 15 feet from the side and year of the property.
Mr. Kollar explained the shed is on piers and cannot be relocated. He plans for the color and
trim and shingles to match the house.
The Board noted the shed roof should have matched the roof of the house. Mr. Kollar agreed
to change the elevations to make the shed look more like a barn with trim around the windows,
doors and at the top of the walls. The Board also requested double hung windows on one side
of the barn to mimic the windows on the house.
This matter was discussed
B. AHBR 19-4361 2357 Hudson Aurora Road (Informal Discussion)
Addition
Submitted by Alair Homes.
Attachments: 2357 Hudson Aurora Road Submittal for 8-14-19
Ms. Jennett Bishiop, Mr. Brian Bishop, owners, and Mr. Mark Bennedict, Alair Homes, were
present for the meeting.
Mr. Sugar introduced the informal discussion for an addition and reviewed the elevations and
staff comments noting the house was constructed in three different eras with the original
house in the middle.
The Board noted the addition is not subordinate to the original structure, however this being
an extraordinary design, and its placement on the lot, the Board does not feel the subordinate
rule applies. The Board also feels the wing compliments the rest of the building and discussed
the pitch of the two dormers.
This matter was discussed
C. AHBR 7-24-2019Minutes of Previous Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Meeting: July 24, 2019
Attachments: AHBR Minutes July 24, 2019 - draft
A motion was made by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Bach, that the July 24, 2019 minutes be
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Mr. Bach, Mr. Caputo, Mr. Drummond, Mr. Grant and Mr. Workley
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VIII. Adjournment
A motion was made by Mr. Caputo, seconded by Mr. Workley, that the meeting be adjourned.
The motion carried by an unanimous vote.
Chair Drummond adjourned the meeting at 8:55 p.m.
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David Drummond, Chair
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John Caputo, Vice Chair
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Joe Campbell, Executive Assistant
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Agenda
City of Hudson, Ohio
CD Meeting Agenda - Final-revised
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
David Drummond, Chair
Arthur Morris, Secretary
Christopher Bach
John Caputo
Nicole Davis
James Grant
John Workley
Nicholas Sugar, Associate Planner
Wednesday, August 14, 2019 7:30 PM Town Hall
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. AHBR 19-727 2078 Ravenna Street
Addition (Rear Porch)
Submitted by Mike Connair
a) Staff recommends approval as submitted.
Attachments: 2078 Ravenna Street Submittal
B. AHBR 19-795 2516 Cedarwood Court
Addition (Attached Garage & Breezeway)
Submitted by Kracken Construction LLC.
a) Staff recommends approval as submitted.
Attachments: 2516 Cedarwood Submittal for 8-14-19
V. Old Business
VI. New Business
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A. AHBR 4024 2222 East Streetsboro Street
New Residential Construction (Two-Story, Single Family Home)
Submitted by Karen McBee, Alexandra Fine Homes
a) House was previously approved in 2017, though construction did not
start until early 2019. House is currently under construction and the
applicant is requesting the following changes from the previously
approved plans:
· Garage redesigned around prominent porte cochere.
· Dormer on front façade redesigned with shed roof in lieu of
previously approved hip roof.
· A chimney added to the rear façade.
· Grand Manor slate style shingle proposed in lieu of
dimensional shingle.
· Will now apply 2” real stone around entire house.
Attachments: 2222 East Streetsboro Street Submittal
Previously approved plans
B. AHBR 19-557 90 Aurora Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Window Replacements)
Submitted by Donna Devine, Gunton Corporation - Historic District - recommend
referral to Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation.
a) Staff notes AHBR performed site visit on July 31, 2019. Additional
photos taken during the site visit have been included in the submittal
packet.
b) Verify window details will be preserved, including existing exterior stops.
Attachments: 90 Aurora Street Submittal for 8-14-19 Meeting
Legislative History
7/24/19 Architectural & Historic Board of Review discussed
C. AHBR 19-667 5 Baldwin Street (Historic District)
Alterations (Window/Door)
Submitted by Sue Patterson, 76 Supply Co. - Historic District - recommend
referral to Historic District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no
recommendation.
a) Verify how new siding will be integrated with existing.
Attachments: 5 Baldwin Street Submittal
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D. AHBR 19-780 34 Church Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Roof Shingle Replacement)
Submitted by Michael Penn- Historic District - recommend referral to Historic
District Subcommittee pursuant to LDC 1203.12 - no recommendation.
a) Staff recommends approval as submitted.
Attachments: 34 Church Street Submittal
E. AHBR 19-834 7111 Kate Drive
Addition (Rear Porch)
Submitted by Carl Sartoris
a) Question the proportions of proposed flashing. Does not appear to
complement brick and roof shingles.
Attachments: 7111 Kate Drive Submittal
F. AHBR 19-835 56 Bard Drive
Addition (Bedroom)
Submitted by Peter Paino Builders
a) Verify if proposed trim width will match existing windows.
b) Architectural Design Standards require additions to have a foundation to
match the main structure. Verify if proposed exposed foundation will
match existing.
c) Architectural Design Standards require fenestration placement
approximately every twelve (12) feet. Staff notes span of fifteen (15) feet
on right elevation without fenestration placement, though a shower is
proposed at this location. Suggest using typical double hung windows in
lieu of proposed high awning windows to provide additional fenestration
along this elevation.
d) Staff notes fifteen (15) feet on left elevation without fenestration
placement; however, a bathroom vanity is located along this span.
Attachments: 56 Bard Drive Submittal
G. AHBR 19-670 6375 Ridgeline Drive (Reserve at River Oaks, Phase III, Lot 137)
New Residential Construction (Two-Story, Single Family Home)
Submitted by Jamey Heinzman, Pulte Homes
a) Revise left elevation to accurately depict grade.
b) Question symmetry on front elevation. Application of stone appears
unbalanced.
Attachments: 6375_Ridgeline_Drive_Submittal[1]
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VII. Other Business
A. AHBR 19-427 5606 Sunset Drive (Informal Discussion)
Accessory Structure (Shed)
Submitted by Robert Kollar
a) Staff notes shed was constructed without a permit within the required
side and rear setbacks. Applicant applied for variances and the request
was reviewed by the BZBA on July 18, 2019. The request was continued
to the August 15, 2019 BZBA meeting with the condition that the
applicant receive review comments from the AHBR and the Summit
County Building Department.
b) Staff notes proposed shed is 16’ x 16’, or two hundred fifty-six (256)
square feet, classifying the building as a large accessory building in the
Architectural Design Standards.
c) Architectural Design Standards state the roof of accessory buildings
should be the same roof shape as the main structure. Staff notes main
house has a series of gabled roofs and the proposed shed is a gambrel
roof.
d) Architectural Design Standards requires the accessory structure to
incorporate some elements similar to the main body. Staff notes only
proposed shingle roof relates to the main body.
Attachments: 5606 Sunset Drive Submittal (Informal)
B. AHBR 19-4361 2357 Hudson Aurora Road (Informal Discussion)
Addition
Submitted by Alair Homes
a) Architectural Design Standards prohibit wings from being larger or taller
than the main structure. Staff notes proposed wing has a building
footprint of one thousand ninety (1,090 sf) square feet, while the main
mass has a building footprint of approximately seven hundred fifty (750
sf) square feet.
b) Architectural Design Standards require a wing’s foundation material to
match the main structure; however, staff notes original house has a stone
foundation and existing addition has a block foundation. Suggest a
utilizing a block foundation to match existing addition and remain
subordinate to main house.
c) Final submittal to include Engineered site plan and material spec sheets.
Attachments: 2357 Hudson Aurora Road Submittal for 8-14-19
C. AHBR 7-24-2019 Minutes of Previous Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting:
July 24, 2019
Attachments: AHBR Minutes July 24, 2019 - draft
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VIII. Adjournment
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