Architectural & Historic Board of Review
Regular MeetingHudson, OH · May 11, 2022
Minutes
City of Hudson, Ohio
Meeting Minutes - Final
Architectural & Historic Board of Review
John Caputo, Chair
Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair
John Workley, Secretary
John Funyak
William Ray
Shane Reid
Nicholas Sugar, City Planner
Alicia Schrenk, Associate Planner
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 7:30 PM Town Hall
27 East Main Street
I. Call To Order
Chair Caputo 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: 4 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
Absent: 2 - Mr. Funyak and Mr. Ray
III. Public Comment
Chair Caputo opened the meeting to public comments for anyone wanting to address the
Board. There were no comments.
IV. Consent Applications
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Workley, to approve the Consent
Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
A. AHBR 22-374 27 Roslyn Avenue (Historic District)
Fence (4’ Picket Wood Fence & 6’ Wood Fence)
Attachments: 27 Roslyn Avenue
This AHBR application was approved on the Consent Agenda.
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B. AHBR 22-397 98 Aurora Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Skylight Replacements)
Attachments: 98 Aurora Street
This AHBR application was approved on the Consent Agenda.
C. AHBR 22-414 27 Owen Brown Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Shingle Replacement)
Attachments: 27 Owen Brown Street
This AHBR application was approved on the Consent Agenda.
D. AHBR 22-206 6923 Stow Road
Accessory Structure (Pavilion - Seton Catholic School)
Attachments: 6923 Stow Road
This AHBR application was approved on the Consent Agenda.
V. Old Business
A. AHBR 20-475 1315 Connecticut Woods Drive
Accessory Structure (Barn)
Attachments: 1315 Connecticut Woods Dr Revised Plans
1315 Connecticut Woods Drive (Previously Approved Plans)
Pictures of Barn 5.7.22
Mr. Hannan introduced the application noting the item was previously approved on August
26, 2020, and is now requesting approval for alterations to the previous application. Mr.
Hannan also reviewed the staff comments.
Dr. Qadri, homeowner, described the difficulty in purchasing the previously approved roof
materials and the necessity of getting the project under cover, the window change being done
to enhance the look of the building, the lack of fenestration on the rear because of security
issues and the rear of the barn not being visible to the neighbors. Mr. Qadri also stated that
window grids have been removed from all the new windows in the house to match the barn.
The Board, staff and applicant discussed the roofs of the house and barn all being replaced to
match, the large window being similar to windows on the house and the need for fenestration
or faux fenestration on the lower part of east elevation.
Mr. Workley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Reid, to approve the application with a
modification of the east elevation being coordinated with staff to provide fenestration or faux
fenestration. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
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VI. New Business
A. AHBR 22-396 34 Ravenna Street, Unit 2
Sign (Building Sign & Post Sign - Splott Graphics)
Attachments: 34 Ravenna Street, Unit 2
Mr. Hannan introduced the application by displaying the proposed, reviewing the staff
comments and noting that the existing sign is non conforming.
The Board and staff discussed the design of the sign.
A motion was made by Mr. Workley, seconded by Mr. Reid, that this AHBR Application be
approved subject to confirmation by staff that the non conforming sign standards are met.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
B. AHBR 22-423 1101 Barlow Road
Sign (Ground Sign - Ellsworth Golf)
Attachments: 1101 Barlow Road
Mr. Hannan introduced the application by displaying the site plan, a picture of the sign and
reviewing the staff comments.
Mr. Trent Walsh, City of Hudson, noted the timbers and stone will be similar to the existing
stone and timbers.
Mr. Walsh explained the black logo is a result of rebranding.
A motion was made by Mr. Workley, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that this AHBR Application
be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
C. AHBR 22-399 6700 Stone Road
Accessory Structure (Shed 200 SF)
Attachments: 6700 Stone Road
The applicant was not present.
This matter was continued
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D. AHBR 22-353 154 Parmelee Drive
Addition (Two-Story, Kitchen, Pantry, Bedroom, Bathroom)
Attachments: 154 Parmelee Drive
Mr. Hannan introduced the application by displaying photos of the site, the elevations and
reviewing the staff comments.
Mr. Joe Franzese, JPF Architects, reviewed the layout of the house, noting he attempted to
match the details and proportions of the existing house and the use of casement windows to
allow emergency egress.
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Workley, that this AHBR Application
be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
E. AHBR 22-331 5430 Sullivan Road
New Residential Construction (One-Story, Single-Family Home)
Attachments: 5430 Sullivan Road (revised)
Mr. Hannan introduced the application by displaying the elevations and reviewing the staff
comments.
Mr. Cody Conley, homeowner, and Mr. Drew Schultz, contractor, noted the house is on 5.5
acres and has approximately the same setback and septic field as most homes on Sullivan
Road.
The Board, applicant and staff noted the front bump-outs have been reduced.
A motion was made by Mr. Workley, seconded by Mr. Reid, that this AHBR Application be
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
VII. Other Business
A. AHBR 4-27-22 Minutes of Previous Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting:
April 27, 2022
Attachments: AHBR Minutes April 27, 2022 - draft
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Reid, that the April 27, 2022, Minutes
be approved as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mr. Caputo, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Reid and Mr. Workley
VIII. Staff Update
Mr. Hannan discussed the review of the Comprehensive Plan with City Council's desire for
AHBR to have representation on the Comprehensive Plan Committee.
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IX. Adjournment
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Reid, that the meeting be adjourned.
The motion carried by an unanimous vote.
Seeing no further business, Chair Caputo adjourned the meeting at 8:12 p.m.
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John Caputo, Chair
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John Workley, Secretary
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Joe Campbell, Executive Assistant
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
John Caputo, Chair
Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair
John Workley, Secretary
John Funyak
William Ray
Shane Reid
Nicholas Sugar, City Planner
Alicia Schrenk, Associate Planner
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 7:30 PM Town Hall
27 East Main Street
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Public Comment
IV. Consent Applications
A. AHBR 22-374 27 Roslyn Avenue (Historic District)
Fence (4’ Picket Wood Fence & 6’ Wood Fence)
Submitted by Dan Van Voorhis, Suncrest Gardens
a) Staff recommends approval as submitted.
Attachments: 27 Roslyn Avenue
B. AHBR 22-397 98 Aurora Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Skylight Replacements)
Submitted by Israel Norcom
a) Staff recommends approval as submitted.
Attachments: 98 Aurora Street
C. AHBR 22-414 27 Owen Brown Street (Historic District)
Alteration (Shingle Replacement)
Submitted by Kaitlyn Davis, Campo Roof
a) Staff recommends approval as submitted.
Attachments: 27 Owen Brown Street
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D. AHBR 22-206 6923 Stow Road
Accessory Structure (Pavilion - Seton Catholic School)
Submitted by Kaczmar Architects
a) Staff recommends approval as submitted.
Attachments: 6923 Stow Road
V. Old Business
A. AHBR 20-475 1315 Connecticut Woods Drive
Accessory Structure (Barn)
Submitted by Charles A. McGettrick Jr.
a) Staff notes the applicant received BZBA approval for increased structure
height on August 20th, 2020.
b) Staff notes AHBR approved original plans on August 26, 2020.
c) Staff notes the following changes have been made: roof material changed
from standing seam metal to shingle asphalt; revised second floor
window and door on south elevation (front); revised window placement
on north elevation (rear); removal of first floor windows on east
elevation (right); and change in grid pattern.
d) Architectural Design Standards state accessory structures shall
incorporate some elements similar to the main structure. Question if
proposed shingles and window grid patterns would match the main house.
e) Architectural Design Standards state all facades (including the rear) over
twelve (12) feet long shall have at least one window or door opening.
Fenestration placement on the accessory structure shall be proportional
to the house. Revise east elevation to include additional fenestration to
meet this requirement.
Attachments: 1315 Connecticut Woods Dr Revised Plans
1315 Connecticut Woods Drive (Previously Approved Plans)
Pictures of Barn 5.7.22
VI. New Business
A. AHBR 22-396 34 Ravenna Street, Unit 2
Sign (Building Sign & Post Sign - Splott Graphics)
Submitted by Splott Graphics
a) Sign plan encourages the use of a border around the sign.
b) Verify signs’ thickness.
Attachments: 34 Ravenna Street, Unit 2
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B. AHBR 22-423 1101 Barlow Road
Sign (Ground Sign - Ellsworth Golf)
Submitted by Trent Wash, City of Hudson
a) Architectural Design Standards state the ground sign should be designed
to relate to and share common elements with the building. Staff notes the
stone and wood proposed for the sign would not relate to the clubhouse;
however the building is nondescript with vinyl siding and a block foundation.
Attachments: 1101 Barlow Road
C. AHBR 22-399 6700 Stone Road
Accessory Structure (Shed 200 SF)
Submitted by Marquis Brandon
a) Architectural Design Standards state enclosed accessory buildings shall
incorporate some elements similar to the main body, for example similar
corner boards, window types, or materials. Staff notes no design elements
to match the home.
b) Architectural Design Standards state the roof of an enclosed accessory
building should be the same roof shape as the roof of the main structure.
Staff notes the accessory structure has a gambrel roof shape, where the
home has a gable roof shape.
c) Architectural Design Standards state all facades (including the rear) over
twelve (12) feet long shall have at least one window or door opening.
Fenestration placement on the accessory structure shall be proportional
to the house. Staff notes the rear elevation is a span of 20 feet without
fenestration.
Attachments: 6700 Stone Road
D. AHBR 22-353 154 Parmelee Drive
Addition (Two-Story, Kitchen, Pantry, Bedroom, Bathroom)
Submitted by Joseph Franzese, JPF Architects
a) Staff notes this is a proposal for a two-story addition to include the
kitchen, pantry, bedroom, and bathroom.
b) Architectural Design Standards state large expanses of blank wall are to
be avoided. Fenestration placement should be at a maximum of
approximately every 12 feet. Staff notes east elevation has a wall span of
16’ on the first floor without a fenestration. However, this is broken up
between two walls and located in the kitchen.
Attachments: 154 Parmelee Drive
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E. AHBR 22-331 5430 Sullivan Road
New Residential Construction (One-Story, Single-Family Home)
Submitted by Cody Conley
a) Staff notes the front setback shall not differ by more than ten percent
from the average of the front yard setbacks existing on the two properties
immediately adjoining the subject property, unless approved by the
Architectural and Historic Board of Review. Staff notes adjacent property
to the south is approximately 566’ front setback; property to the north is
approximately 67’ front setback; and property the east is approximately
50’ setback.
b) No issues with look alikes.
Attachments: 5430 Sullivan Road (revised)
VII. Other Business
A. AHBR 4-27-22 Minutes of Previous Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting:
April 27, 2022
Attachments: AHBR Minutes April 27, 2022 - draft
VIII. Staff Update
IX. Adjournment
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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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