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Architectural & Historic Board of Review

Regular Meeting

Hudson, OH · November 8, 2023

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City of Hudson, Ohio Meeting Minutes - Final Architectural & Historic Board of Review John Caputo, Chair Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair John Workley, Secretary John Funyak Françoise Massardier-Kenney William Ray Karl Wetzel Nicholas Sugar, City Planner Amanda Krickovich, Associate Planner Wednesday, November 8, 2023 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: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley Absent: 1 - Mr. Wetzel 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, that the Consent Agenda be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley A. AHBR 23-102685 South Main Street Sign (Awaken Bake) Attachments: 85 S. Main AHBR Packet This matter was approved on the Consent Agenda. V. Old Business City of Hudson, Ohio Page 1 Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting Minutes - Final November 8, 2023 B. AHBR 23-100729 Division Street (Historic District) Alterations (Windows) Attachments: 29 Division St. AHBR Packet 29 Division St. AHBR Packet 11.8.23 Ms. Krickovich noted the application was before AHBR on October 25, 2023, and reviewed the revised windows. A motion was made by Ms. Kenney, seconded by Mr. Ray, that this AHBR Application be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley VI. New Business A. AHBR 23-1028200 N Main Street (Historic District) Sign (Revival) Attachments: 200 N. Main AHBR Packet Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying photos of the proposed sign and reviewing the staff comments. Mr. Justin Dotson, Sign Company, noted a matte finish and dimensional lettering will be on the hanging sign. A motion was made by Mr. Ray, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that this AHBR Application be approved as amended with raised lettering. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley B. AHBR 23-1048150 N. Main (Historic District) Sign (Favorite Sister) Attachments: 150 N. Main AHBR Packet Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying and describing the sign and reviewing the staff comments. Ms. Emily Westlake, business owner, noted this hanging sign will be the only sign and will have a matte finish. A motion was made by Mr. Funyak, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that this AHBR Application be approved as amended to have a matte finish. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley City of Hudson, Ohio Page 2 Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting Minutes - Final November 8, 2023 C. AHBR 23-104637 E. Main Street (Historic District) Alteration & Addition (Windows, Doors, & Porch & Dormer Addition) Attachments: 37 E. Main AHBR Packet 12.13.23 Meeting 37 E. Main AHBR Packet Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying the site plan and elevations, described the project, reviewed the staff comments and recommended a site visit . Ms. Krickovich also stated the Historical Society provided photos of the house which will be sent to the Board members. Ms. Bridget Tipton, noted the building has doors with no function that create security concerns, that Pella Reserve Windows will be used, that doors from the 1937 renovation are still in use, that windows from the 1964 renovation are proposed to be removed, and the connector piece to the adjoining house is not original to the structure. The Board and applicant discussed details of the house and the year changes were made to the structure . The Board decided to conduct a site visit. D. AHBR 23-968 362 Londonairy Circle Addition (Sunroom, 272sqft) Attachments: 362 Londonairy Cir. AHBR Packet Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying the elevations, describing the project and reviewing the staff comments. Mr. Brad Chochola, homeowner, noted the existing back of the house is now concrete block, and he is willing to wrap the 4 x 4 posts below the deck to look more substantial, The Board, applicant and staff discussed using block or screening to soften the look of the cement block. A motion was made by Mr. Workley, seconded by Mr. Funyak, that this AHBR Application be approved as amended with the columns wrapped to six-inches by six-inches, and adding landscaping around the perimeter of the block structure . The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley VII. Other Business City of Hudson, Ohio Page 3 Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting Minutes - Final November 8, 2023 A. AHBR 6967 1101 Barlow Road (Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course) [Informal Review] New Construction (Clubhouse) Attachments: Ellsworth Meadows AHBR Packet Ms. Krikovich introduced the application for an informal review and describing the project . Mr. Jim Wallace, Perspectus Architecture, noted there has been numerous revisions to the project which are included in the application. Mr. Wallace also described the layout of the two buildings with the connector, other layouts that were examined prior to the submitted design, the materials to be used, and presented an overview of the project as a whole . The Board, applicant and staff discussed: That the existing proshop will remain, having the brick water table all one height, that the roof height is to screen mechanical equipment, that the front dormer may be too modern, that the 18th green and the proposed building will be approximately the same grade, that the cart path will be lower than the floor of the building to minimize distractions from the carts, the possibility of redesigning the turn-around for easier truck access, that wetlands around the building cause limitations regarding building placement, using board and batten instead of the varying the height of the brick, the walls without fenestration, the lack of uniform windows which the applicant deems necessary for the function of the building, the need for site lines of expensive equipment to help prevent theft, that this building will be seen from Barlow Road even though it will be 350 to 400 feet off Barlow Road, how the building will function during different seasons of the year, the possibility of placing wood columns on the back wall, the limitations on the number of materials types used on the project, that the pitch of the dormer might be lowered and the windows in the dormer are a different style than the rest of the windows, that the dormer is used to highlight the main entrance, and that a common canopy design should be considered . B. AHBR 10-25-23Minutes of Previous Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting: October 25, 2023. Attachments: October 25, 2023 AHBR Minutes - Draft A motion was made by Ms. Kenney, seconded by Mr. Workley, that the October 25, 2023, Minutes be approved as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley VIII. Staff Update Staff noted, the 2024 AHBR calendar will be presented at the next meeting, and that the Comprehensive Plan Committee is still meeting. IX. Adjournment A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Workley, that this be adjourned at 8:48 pm. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 - Mr. Caputo, Mr. Funyak, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Workley * * * City of Hudson, Ohio Page 4

Agenda

City of Hudson, Ohio CD Meeting Agenda - Final Architectural & Historic Board of Review John Caputo, Chair Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair John Workley, Secretary John Funyak Françoise Massardier-Kenney William Ray Karl Wetzel Nicholas Sugar, City Planner Amanda Krickovich, Associate Planner Wednesday, November 8, 2023 7:30 PM Town Hall 27 East Main Street I. Call To Order II. Roll Call III. Public Comment IV. Consent Applications A. AHBR 85 South Main Street 23-1026 Sign (Awaken Bake) Submitted by Brian Becker a) Staff recommends approval as submitted. Attachments: 85 S. Main AHBR Packet V. Old Business B. AHBR 29 Division Street (Historic District) 23-1007 Alterations (Windows) Submitted by Jared Crowe a) This case went to the AHBR on October 25, 2023. The Board requested the applicant explore a window material that would be more compatible within the Historic District. b) The Applicant has submitted the Marvin Ultimate Series which is typically an approved window material in the Historic District. Attachments: 29 Division St. AHBR Packet 29 Division St. AHBR Packet 11.8.23 Legislative History City of Hudson, Ohio Page 1 Printed on 11/3/2023 Architectural & Historic Board of Review CD Meeting Agenda - Final November 8, 2023 10/25/23 Architectural & Historic Board continued of Review VI. New Business A. AHBR 200 N Main Street (Historic District) 23-1028 Sign (Revival) Submitted by Audrey Allshouse a) The applicant is proposing a building sign and projecting sign to replace the existing Peachtree signage. b) The Land Development Code states projecting signs can not exceed 6 square feet. The applicant is proposing a projecting sign that is 6.9 square feet. Reduce the sign size to meet this requirement. c) Staff suggests a dimensional sign with raised letters to be more compatible with surrounding signage. d) The applicant is proposing a vinyl overlay. Question the use of the vinyl and its compatibility in the Historic District. e) Submit and elevation of how the proposed sign will look on the building. Attachments: 200 N. Main AHBR Packet B. AHBR 150 N. Main (Historic District) 23-1048 Sign (Favorite Sister) Submitted by Emily Westlake a) The applicant is proposing a 4 square foot projecting hanging sign and two vinyl window signs on the building. b) Staff notes vinyl windows signs are allowable up to 33% window coverage. The applicant is in compliance with this regulation. c) The applicant is proposing an aluminum sign with vinyl graphics. Question the use of the vinyl and its compatibility in the Historic District. d) Staff notes the overall modern design in comparison to the more traditional hanging signs on North Main Street made out of routed HDU. e) The Architectural Design Standards state signs must have a matte finish. Verify the sign will have a matte finish. Attachments: 150 N. Main AHBR Packet City of Hudson, Ohio Page 2 Printed on 11/3/2023 Architectural & Historic Board of Review CD Meeting Agenda - Final November 8, 2023 C. AHBR 37 E. Main Street (Historic District) 23-1046 Alteration & Addition (Windows, Doors, & Porch & Dormer Addition) Submitted by Bridget Tipton a) Staff notes the scope of work includes a front porch addition to match the porch in the 1937 renovation, enclose the back porch to convert it to a four seasons room, add transom windows in the great room and enclosed porch, remove the bay window that was added in the 1960’s, remove two exterior doors and replace them with windows to match existing, and add a dormer on the south elevation. b) The Architectural Design Standards state exposed foundation and tie courses shall be of a consistent material. Question if there will be exposed foundation on the 4 seasons room and if it will match the existing. c) Staff notes existing details such as frieze boards and trim boards are not depicted in the drawings. Revise elevations to include these details and verify if the four seasons room would include these details. d) Submit product specification sheets for siding, roof, windows and doors. Verify the proposed porch will be wood. e) Question if the existing dormer is accurately depicted on the elevations. f) Suggest the Board request a site visit to better understand the scope of work. Attachments: 37 E. Main AHBR Packet D. AHBR 23-968 362 Londonairy Circle Addition (Sunroom, 272sqft) Submitted by Zach Potts a) Staff notes the existing deck will be replaced with the proposed sunroom addition. b) The Architectural Design Standards state details in the wings should be the same or subordinate to those in the main body. c) The Architectural Design Standards state exposed foundations and tie courses shall be of a consistent material on all elevations. The Architectural Design Standards further state additions should be designed to be compatible with the main structure by incorporating materials and a foundation to match. The majority of the house has an exposed brick foundation. Since the addition is proposed to have a substantial amount of exposed foundation, suggest matching the exposed brick foundation rather than the concrete block. d) Suggest wrapped 6”x6” deck posts rather than the 4”x4” posts. Attachments: 362 Londonairy Cir. AHBR Packet VII. Other Business City of Hudson, Ohio Page 3 Printed on 11/3/2023 Architectural & Historic Board of Review CD Meeting Agenda - Final November 8, 2023 A. AHBR 6967 1101 Barlow Road (Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course) [Informal Review] New Construction (Clubhouse) Submitted by David Urbansky a) Staff notes the proposal includes construction of a new clubhouse for the City owned and operated Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club b) Work would include removal of the existing pavilion on the northwest portion of the existing parking lot. c) The Architectural Design Standards state the following: - The main body must be the largest visible mass - Wings may not be larger or taller than the main body of the structure, but they may be the same height. - The front face of the main body must sit forward at least 18” from the face of the wings. Staff notes the design conflicts with the above standards as the main body is the smaller mass and is set back from a large wing. Question if one simple mass design could be considered with a large cross gable entryway. d) The 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 additional fenestration would be required, especially on the south elevation. e) Question if roof pitches could be consistent around all elevations. Attachments: Ellsworth Meadows AHBR Packet B. AHBR Minutes of Previous Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting: 10-25-23 October 25, 2023. Attachments: October 25, 2023 AHBR Minutes - Draft VIII. Staff Update IX. Adjournment * * * 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. City of Hudson, Ohio Page 4 Printed on 11/3/2023

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