Historic District Preservation Commission (HDPC)

TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT, SOUTH CAROLINA HISTORIC DISTRICT PRESERVATION COMMISSION NOVEMBER 13, 2023 MINUTES STAFF REPORT Present: Robert Crosland, Chair, Gene Gallogly, David Creech, Corey Barber, Warren Player Staff: Bryan Hankinson, Kate Miller, James Ward, Jane Yager-Baumrind Mr. Crosland called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm. I. Approval of Agenda Mr. Crosland moved to defer item E, 102 Mary Street, to the next meeting in order to receive legal advice. Mr. Gallogly seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Player moved to approve the agenda as amended. Mr. Crosland seconded the motion. All in favor. II. Approval of October 9th Minutes Mr. Gallogly moved for approval of the minutes. Mr. Gallogly seconded the motion. All in favor with Mr. Crosland abstaining. III. General Public Comment Ms. Janet Newham, 510 Pitt Street, thanked the Commission for their discussion on designating Edwards Park as a historic place. She reviewed the history with the Commission. There being no further comments, Mr. Crosland continued with the agenda. IV. Correspondence V. Consent Motions There being no correspondence or consent motions, Mr. Crosland continued with the agenda.  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 2 of 9 VI. Business A. 101 Mary Street – Survey 6256/Non-Historic– (TMS 5171500067) Applicant is seeking Final Review for the construction of a pool and pool decking. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Trey Sheppard reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Crosland continued to Commission deliberation. Mr. Player moved for approval with the condition that the fountain is removed from the plans and plans for the fence are submitted. Mr. Creech seconded the motion. Motion passed 4 to 1 with Mr. Barber opposed. B. 4 William Street – Survey 6029/Non-Historic – (TMS 5321300038) Applicant is seeking Final Review for after the fact alterations to a prior COA. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Ms. Amber Ommett, representative for the owner reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment. Mr. Crosland moved for deferral to next month based on the encroachment of the stairs into the setback. Mr. Creech seconded the motion. All in favor. C. 208 Middle Street – Survey 6015/Non-Historic – (TMS 5320900028) Applicant is seeking Final Review for changes to a prior COA, including siding for the Primary and accessory structures, window and door alterations, pool deck alterations, and shutters. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Phil Clark, Clark Designs, reviewed the request with the Commission.  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 3 of 9 There being no comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Crosland moved for approval with the applicant providing updated plans to staff with inclusion of the shutters, pool, materials, and back doors. Mr. Creech seconded. All in favor. D. 419 Whilden Street – Survey 6174/Historic– (TMS 5320100103) Applicant is seeking Final Review for the demo and rebuilding of three level historic porches. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Myles Glick reviewed the request with the Commission. Mr. Kenny Craft, 204 Spooner Lane, expressed concern with the request for final approval. He stated that this is a historic home and there should be detailed plans showing details to ensure that the historic building is maintained. There being no further comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Hankinson stated that if considered for approval, the details of the balustrades and elevations for each level is included in the plans. Mr. Player moved for approval with the condition that all staff comments are addressed and the balustrades for each elevations are submitted with revised plans for staff approval. Mr. Crosland seconded the motion. All in favor. E. 102 Mary Street – Survey 6255/Non-Historic – (TMS 5171500066) Applicant is seeking Final Review for a hardship relief request for the installation of artificial turf strips into the driveway. This item was deferred to next month.  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 4 of 9 F. 835 Pitt Street – Survey 4220/Historic – (TMS 5320900053) Applicant is seeking Final Review for the demolition and rebuilding of the rear porch and steps. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Ms. Julie O’Conner representative for the owners, reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Gallogly moved for approval as presented. Mr. Creech seconded the motion. All in favor. G. 409 Church Street – Survey 6201/Historic – (TMS 5320100068) Applicant is seeking Final Review for an addition to an existing historic primary structure. Mr. Hankinson reviewed the application with the Commission. Mr. Ross Ritchie, Mr. Alex Finland and Ms. Brooke Finland reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Hankinson stated that if considered for approval, staff would recommend that the motion is conditioned to include details of the proposed colors and labeled on the revised plans. Mr. Ritchie responded that they would include the colors on the detailed plans. Mr. Crosland moved for approval subject to plans being updated to show colors. Mr. Creech seconded the motion. All in favor.  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 5 of 9 H. 217 Bennett Street – Survey 6140/Historic – (TMS 5320100009) Applicant is seeking Preliminary Comment for the restoration and renovation of an existing primary structure, and the construction of a new pool. Mr. Bryan Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Ross Ritchie reviewed the request with the Commission. The Commission provided comments. I. 625 Royall Avenue – Survey 5993/Non-Historic – (TMS 5320900084) Applicant is seeking Final Review for alterations to an existing garage accessory structure, and construction of a new pool cabana. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Phil Clark, Clark Designs, reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Crosland moved to approve the application as presented. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All In favor. J. 633 Royall Avenue – Survey 5992/Non-Historic – (TMS 5320900085) Applicant is seeking Final Review for an existing shed conversion to an ADU. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. David Richards, architect, reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Crosland moved to approve. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor.  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 6 of 9 K. 211 Haddrell Street – Survey 6262/Historic – (TMS 5171500048) Applicant is seeking Preliminary Comment for the demolition of an existing primary structure, and the construction of a new primary structure. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Tim Winter, owner, reviewed the request with Commission. Linda Balzac, 422 Hobcaw Drive, stated that this home has been renovated over the past 20 years and suggested that it was erroneously deemed historic. There being no further comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. The Commission provided comments. L. 448 Church Street – Survey 6190/Historic – (TMS 5320100091) Applicant is seeking Preliminary Comment for partial demolition and construction of a new addition to the historic primary structure, and construction of a accessory garage structure. Bryan Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Ms. Linda Balzac, architect, reviewed the request with the Commission. Mr. Crosland moved for approval for submittal of additional information. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. There being no comment, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. The Commission provided comments.  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 7 of 9 M. 709 Royall Avenue – No Survey/Non-Historic – (TMS 5320900251) Applicant is seeking Final Review for after the fact alterations to a prior COA. Bryan Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Phil Clark, Clark Designs, reviewed the request with the Commission. Mr. Brendon Egan, 967 Royall Ave, stated that he was at a previous meeting where there was concern with having two structures. He expressed concern that the proposed construction is not in keeping with the character of the neighborhood. There being no further comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Crosland moved for denial based on staff comments regarding violations. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. N. 967 Royall Avenue – Survey 5979/Non-Historic – (TMS 5321300042) Applicant is seeking Final Review for after the fact alterations to the primary structure from a prior COA. Bryan Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Brendon Egan reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Crosland moved to approve as presented with the exception of the fence/wall and request the applicant speak with the neighbors for agreement of the proposed fence/wall. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. All in favor with Mr. Gallogly abstaining. O. 701 Pitt Street – Survey 5909/Non-Historic – (TMS 5320900038) Applicant is seeking Preliminary Comment for the demolition of the  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 8 of 9 existing primary structure and the construction of a new primary structure. Bryan Hankinson reviewed the application with the Commission. Ms. Linda Balzac, representative for the applicant, reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comment, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. The Commission provided comments. P. 131 Middle Street – Survey 6024/Historic – (TMS 5320900005 and 5320900032) Applicant is seeking Final Review for construction, alterations, and renovations of Alhambra Hall and the surrounding park. Ms. Miller reviewed the application with the Commission. Mr. Frankie Pettit, Public Services Dept, reviewed the application with the Commission. Mr. Mike Tinkey 208 Venning, thanked the commission and staff for their work on this project. He asked that the park should be staged to allow use of the park and Alhambra Hall during construction. He suggested that the waterfront area should be considered resilient and water quality tested to determine if the area could be used oyster bed restoration. He asked that the tree between Alhambra Hall and the park be protected and possibly have angled parking to better protect those roots. Ms. Janet Newham, 510 Pitt Street, expressed concern with the Fourth of July parade being held during the construction and asked that this be considered in the construction plans. Mr. Brian Henson, 1026 Cliffwood drive, expressed concern with the playground and accessibility for special needs so that all children can play. He asked that the equipment and areas surrounding the playground be accessible and meet ADA requirements.  Historic District Preservation Commission November 13, 2023 Page 9 of 9 There being no further comments, Mr. Crosland closed public comment and moved to Commission questions. Mr. Crosland moved for approval of the changes for Alhambra Hall and the playground with the condition that the pervious parking materials to meet the guidelines and that the fencing is not approved and to be resubmitted. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. All in favor. VII. Staff Approvals A. 149 Live Oak Drive – Survey 6249/Non-Historic - (TMS 5171500080) Application approved for the repair and replacement of the existing primary structure roof and chimney. B. 135 Toomer Lane – No Survey/Non-Historic - (TMS 5171500064) Application approved for the renovation and alteration of an existing accessory garage structure. C. 833 Pitt Street – Survey 4219/Non-Historic - (TMS 5320900257) Application approved for the repair of a rear fence. VIII. Review HDPC application checklist requirements. IX. Review fencing requirements and violations. X. Historic designation of Edwards Park. XI. Discussion of Items for Next Agenda Mr. Crosland moved for deferral of these items to the next meeting. Mr. Gallogly seconded the motion. All in favor. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:21 pm. Submitted by, L. Lynes HDPC11132023