Historic District Preservation Commission (HDPC)

HISTORIC DISTRICT PRESERVATION COMMISSION AUGUST 12, 2024 MINUTES STAFF REPORT Present: David Creech, Chair, James Bakker, Meghan Gravitt, Corey Barber, Warren Player. Staff: Bryan Hankinson, James Ward, Lynnette Lynes Mr. Creech called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm. I. Approval of Agenda Mr. Player moved for approval of the agenda. Mr. Bakker seconded the motion. All in favor. II. Approval of Minutes Mr. Bakker moved for approval of the minutes. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. III. General Public Comment Ms. Barbara Smith, 410 Royall Ave, spoke regarding expansion of the historic district. She stated that she has a petition in opposition of the expansion of the historic district. She expressed concern that the expansion would not be a benefit for the properties that may be included. She also expressed concern with Town funding being used for a survey of the additional properties. Ms. Sara Mitchell, 313 Middle St, stated that she has a petition in opposition of the expansion of the historic district. She suggested that the restrictions of the historic district would negatively impact those properties that could be included in the expansion. She stated that many of the residents do not want the expansion of the historic district. She suggested that Town funds should not be used for conducting a survey. She also expressed concern with no notification of the survey. Ms. Jerry Eddings, 127 Rose Lane, stated that she is also concerned with the cost of a survey for expansion of the historic district and also what the benefits  Historic District Preservation Commission August 12, 2024 Page 2 of 7 would be for additional properties being placed in the historic district. She suggested that there is not a compelling reason for expansion of the historic district. Mr. Mike Tinkey, 208 Venning, suggested that the historic survey is an important tool in identifying those properties that could be historic. He suggested that this would provide the information, but not necessarily mean that the expansion would take place. He stated that it could mean the creation of a separate historic district with different guidelines. Mr. Ronald German, 411 Bank St, stated that her family has lived in the Town for generations. He suggested that before any changes are made, there should be ample notification of what would be proposed. He expressed concern that if the historic district is expanded, it would be stricter requirements for improvements. He expressed concern with gentrification and that larger homes are being built in place of existing smaller homes. There being no further comments, Mr. Creech closed public comments. IV. Correspondence There being no correspondence, Mr. Creech continued with the agenda. V. Consent Motions Mr. Player moved for consent approval for the following items: ➢ 140 Hibben Street – Survey 6219/Historic – (TMS 5171500092) Applicant is seeking Final Review for changes of previously approved rear deck railing materials from iron to Ipe wood. ➢ 133 Mary Street – Survey 6258/Non-Historic – (TMS 5171500072) Applicant is seeking Final Review for changes to a previously approved COA. Mr. Bakker seconded the motion. All in favor. VI. Business - STAFF REPORT a. 211 Haddrell Street – Survey 6262/Non-Historic – (TMS 5171500048) Applicant is seeking Final Review for the demolition of an existing primary structure and the construction of a new primary structure. (deferred from last meeting)  Historic District Preservation Commission August 12, 2024 Page 3 of 7 Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Tim Winter, owner, reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Creech closed public comment. Ms. Gravitt moved for approval with the condition that the garage dimension is noted on the plans and approval of the setback. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Barber moved to clarify that the setback encroachment should not be more than three feet. Mr. Creech seconded the motion. All in favor. b. 123 Hibben Street – Survey 6227/Historic – (TMS 5320100004) Applicant is seeking Final Review for the installation of a new brick front porch pad. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Brent Lindley, contractor, reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Creech closed public comment. Mr. Player moved for approval. Motion failed due to the lack of a second. Mr. Player moved for approval as submitted. Ms. Gravitt seconded the motion. Motion passed on a 3 to 1 vote with Mr. Bakker, Ms. Gravitt, and Mr. Player in favor; Mr. Creech opposed; and Mr. Barber abstaining. c. 140 Hibben Street – Survey 6219/Historic – (TMS 5171500092) Applicant is seeking Final Review for changes of previously approved rear deck railing materials from iron to Ipe wood. This item was approved by consent.  Historic District Preservation Commission August 12, 2024 Page 4 of 7 d. 241 Middle Street – Survey 6025/Historic – (TMS 5320900019) Applicant is seeking Final Review for installation of new window replacements. Mr. Hankinson stated that the applicant has requested a deferral. Mr. Creech moved to approve deferral as requested by the applicant. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. e. 109 Center Street – Survey 6059/Non-Historic – (TMS 5321300001) Applicant is seeking Final Review for the demolition of an existing primary structure and construction of a new primary structure. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Ms. Melissa Voorhees and , Ms. Kate Campbell, with Beau Clowney Architects, and Ms. Cindy Klein, landscape architect, reviewed the request with the Commission. Mr. Creech moved for approval to submit additional information on the landscape design. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. Ms. Klein distributed a copy of the landscape design for the Commission. Mr. Hank West, 116 Center St, expressed concern with the changes to the Center Street elevation as it would impact the streetscape. He stated that concessions were made to the wall going to the pool house as well as elimination of a chimney on the pool house. He suggested that now there are changes proposed to increase the size of the wall and they are opposed to it. There being no comments, Mr. Creech closed public comment. Mr. Creech re-opened public comment. Following questions, Mr. Creech closed public comment. Mr. Player moved for approval of changes made on sheet A.2.1 as proposed and revised on 7/12. Mr. Creech seconded the motion. All in favor.  Historic District Preservation Commission August 12, 2024 Page 5 of 7 Mr. Bakker moved for approval of changes on sheet A.2.2 as proposed and revised 7/12 excluding the changes to the grilling area. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Creech moved for approval of changes made on sheet A.2.3 with the exception of the clouded areas on the left elevation, pool area, and excluding the changes to the grilling area. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Creech moved for approval of the changes on sheet A.2.4. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Bakker moved for approval of the changes made on sheet A.2.5 with mahogany doors and louvers and more detail for the cedar shakes as indicated on previous sheets. Mr. Player seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Barber moved for approval of the hardscaping with exception of the fencing with the fencing to be submitted to the Commission for approval. Mr. Player seconded the motion. Motion passed on a 4 to 1 vote with Mr. Barber, Mr. Creech, Mr. Bakker and Mr. Player in favor; Ms. Gravitt opposed. f. 133 Mary Street – Survey 6258/Non-Historic – (TMS 5171500072) Applicant is seeking Preliminary Comment for the construction of a new pool and pool decking. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Garret Mattes reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Creech closed public comment. The Commission provided comments. g. 133 Mary Street – Survey 6258/Non-Historic – (TMS 5171500072) Applicant is seeking Final Review for changes to a previously approved COA. This item was approved by consent.  Historic District Preservation Commission August 12, 2024 Page 6 of 7 h. 427 Church Street – Survey 6204/Non-Historic – (TMS 5320100071) Applicant is seeking Preliminary Comment for the construction of a new rear porch, porch renovations to an existing porch, and construction of a new pool. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Joel Adrian reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Creech closed public comment. The Commission provided comments. i. 507 Whilden Street – Survey 6169/Non-Historic – (TMS 5320100253) Applicant is seeking Preliminary Comment for the infill of a porch and roof modifications. Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff comments with the Commission. Mr. Ryan Smith, Beau Clowney Architects, reviewed the request with the Commission. There being no comments, Mr. Creech closed public comments. The Commission provided comments. VII. Staff Approvals Mr. Hankinson reviewed staff approvals with the Commission as follows: a. 206 Hibben Street – Survey 6216/Historic - (TMS 5171500087) Application approved for the installation of new roofing. b. 320 Pitt Street – No Survey/Non-Historic - (TMS 5320500051) Application approved for the installation of new driveway materials and hardscaping. c. 108 Carr Street – Survey 6269/Non-Historic - (TMS 5320500057) Application approved for the changes to fencing. d. 116 Center Street – Survey 6047/Historic - (TMS 5320900020) Application approved for the installation of a new generator.  Historic District Preservation Commission August 12, 2024 Page 7 of 7 e. 201 McCants Street – Survey 6080/Non-Historic - (TMS 5320900259) Application approved for the repainting of the primary structure. f. 319 Pitt Street – Survey 5919/Historic - (TMS 5320500007) Application approved for the repainting of the primary structure. VIII. Discussion of Proposed Changes to HDPC Guidelines Mr. Hankinson reviewed the proposed changes with the Commission. He asked for any additional changes be provided prior to the next meeting for final discussion. IX. Discussion of Items for Next Agenda The Commission agreed that the following items should be included on the next agenda: ➢ Letter requesting historic survey be conducted for existing inventory and additional properties. ➢ Final discussion of proposed changes to HDPC Guidelines There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm. Submitted by, L. Lynes HDPC08122024