Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM Council Chambers Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Historic Preservation Commission Minutes 2-3 Minutes: Historic Preservation Commission - June 30, 2025 5. NEW BUSINESS a. Certificate of Appropriateness Application – 447 West 1st Street 4 - 48 Memo: Certificate of Appropriateness Application – 447 West 1st Street 6. COMMUNICATION AND MISCELLANEOUS 7. ADJOURNMENT  Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes 5:00 PM - Monday, June 30, 2025 Council Chambers The Historic Preservation Commission of the City of New Richmond was called to order on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM, in the Council Chambers, with the following members present: PRESENT: Jon Hailey, Tara Van Eperen, Brad Guinn, Craig Kittel ABSENT: Liz Montello, Troy Boe OTHERS Amber Toutge and Kristy Johnson PRESENT: CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL ADOPTION OF AGENDA Craig Kittel made a motion to adopt the Agenda as presented. Tara Van Eperen seconded the motion. Carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Craig Kittel made a motion to approve the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting. Brad Guinn seconded the motion. Carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS ELECTION OF CHAIRPERSON AND VICE-CHAIRPERSON Craig Kittel made a motion to nominate Tara Van Eperen as Chairperson and Jon Hailey as Vice Chairperson of the Historic Preservation Commission. Brad Guinn seconded the motion. Carried unanimously. CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS APPLICATION – 251 WEST 2ND STREET Amber Toutge, City Planner, shared that Kati and Robert Shannon submitted a certificate of appropriateness application for 251 West 2nd Street. The house at 251 West 2nd Street was built in 1873 with an Italiante architectural style and was historically known as the “Frank W. Bartlett House.” The applicants are proposing to install a new fence and patio, and to replace existing light fixtures. 251 West 2nd Street is located in the West Side Historic District. The district is listed on the National Historic Preservation Commission Meeting June 30, 2025 Register of Historic Places and locally designated as a Historic Preservation Overlay District. There was discussion regarding materials to be used. City Staff have reviewed the application and recommend approval of the certificate of appropriateness application with no conditions. Jon Hailey made a motion to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness Application for 251 West 2nd Street. Tara Van Eperen seconded the motion. Carried unanimously. COMMUNICATION AND MISCELLANEOUS City Staff are seeking to fill a vacant position on the Historic Preservation Commission. ADJOURNMENT Craig Kittel made a motion to adjourn at 5:18pm. Brad Guinn seconded the motion. Carried unanimously. Historic Preservation Commission Meeting June 30, 2025  MEMO Prepared for: Historic Preservation Commission Staff Contact: Amber Toutge Meeting: Historic Preservation Commission - 04 Nov 2025 Subject: Certificate of Appropriateness Application – 447 West 1st Street BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Steve Deplazes submitted a certificate of appropriateness application for 447 West 1st Street. The house located at 447 West 1st Street was built in 1888, and was historically known as the “William Johnston House.” The house originally had a side-gabled architectural style, but was modified to have a colonial revival style. The applicant is proposing to replace thirty (30) existing windows, all exterior siding, and the square box front columns. 447 West 1st Street is located in the West Side Historic District. The district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and locally designated as a Historic Preservation Overlay District. The property is subject to New Richmond Municipal Code (NRMC) Section 121-59 (Historic Preservation Overlay District), and the West Side Historic District Design Guidelines. PROCESS The application is subject to review by City staff and the Historic Preservation Commission. DETAILED ANALYSIS Please refer to the attached slideshow. RECOMMENDATION: City staff recommend the Historic Preservation Commission approve of the certificate of appropriateness application with one of the following courses of action: 1. Approve of the application as proposed. This includes the replacement of thirty (30) existing windows, all exterior siding, and the square box front columns. 2. Approve of the application with the replacement of all exterior siding and the square box front columns. Approve the request for wood/vinyl windows on non-primary elevations. Deny the request for wood/vinyl windows on the primary elevation (south side), and require the applicant to update the window selection to full wood, aluminum clad wood, fiberglass or custom profile aluminum windows. The new window selection shall be provided to City staff for approval. ATTACHMENTS: 447 West 1st Street Slideshow West Side Historic District Design Guidelines Page 2 of 45  Certificate of Appropriateness Application 447 West 1 Street st Page 3 of 45  Background – 447 West 1 Street st • Built in 1888 Page 4 of 45 • Originally a side-gabled architectural style • Modified to a colonial revival style • Historically known as “William Johnston House” • Listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1988  Background – 447 West 1 Street st • Previous Certificate of Appropriateness application approved in Page 5 of 45 March of 2025 • Approval included (8) new wood/vinyl windows, restoration of (1) historic window, and addition of shakes to the east and west gables • All approved work was on non-primary elevations  Certificate of Appropriateness Application Page 6 of 45 • Applicant proposing to replace (30) windows, all exterior siding, and front columns • House located in West Side Historic District • Subject to NRMC 121-59 and West Side Historic District Design Guidelines  Windows Page 7 of 45  Windows Historic District Guidelines (HDG): Page 8 of 45 1. Historic windows shall be retained and repaired 2. When deteriorated beyond repair, the condition of existing windows shall be documented, and replacement windows shall match the historic window 3. New windows cannot reduce the size of the historic opening and must be installed at the same depth as the historic windows 4. Appropriate replacement windows shall be wood, aluminum clad wood, fiberglass or custom profile aluminum 5. Vinyl windows are never appropriate replacement windows 6. Newly proposed windows may be proposed on secondary elevations, where their introduction does not detract from or diminish the historic character or compromise the architectural integrity  Windows Proposal: replace (30) existing windows Page 9 of 45 Proposed Replacement Windows: • Style: Double-hung • Size: Slightly larger than existing windows • Material: Natural wood interior, vinyl exterior • Color: White • Trim: 2” brick mould with sill nose  Windows South (Front) – 12 windows Page 10 of 45 East (Side) – 3 windows  Windows Page 11 of 45 North (Rear) – 3 windows West (Side) – 12 windows  Windows Proposal: replace (30) existing windows Page 12 of 45 Proposed Replacement Windows: • Style: Double-hung • Size: Slightly larger than existing windows • Material: Natural wood interior, vinyl exterior • Color: White • Trim: 2” brick mould with sill nose Question: Does the HPC approve of the wood and vinyl windows on all elevations?  Walls Page 13 of 45  Exterior Walls Historic District Guidelines (HDG): Page 14 of 45 1. Structures shall be clad in wood, stone, masonry or stucco. 2. Historic wood siding shall be preserved and repaired to the greatest extent possible. Where wood is deteriorated beyond repair, replacement shall be in-kind. 3. If wood siding is demonstrated to be deteriorated beyond repair, substitute materials, such as fiber cement or cellulose composite, may be considered. Substitute materials must match the direction and dimensions of the historic siding.  Exterior Walls Existing Siding Material: Aluminum Page 15 of 45 Sample Siding Proposed Replacement Siding: Material: Engineered Wood Texture: Cedar Orientation: Horizontal Size: 4” Color: White  Exterior Walls (Existing) Page 16 of 45 South (Front)  Exterior Walls (Existing) North (Rear) Northwest Corner Page 17 of 45  Exterior Walls Existing Siding Material: Aluminum Page 18 of 45 Sample Siding Proposed Replacement Siding: Material: Engineered Wood Texture: Cedar Orientation: Horizontal Size: 4” Color: White Question: Does the HPC approve of the engineered wood siding?  Columns Page 19 of 45  Columns Historic District Guidelines (HDG): Page 20 of 45 1. Architectural details such as columns, moldings, cornices, railings, etc. shall be retained on opened and closed porches and porticoes.  Columns Page 21 of 45 Proposal: Replace square box columns with circular columns. Replace corresponding aluminum facia with engineered wood siding. Color: White Finish: Smooth Style: Tuscan Base and Capital Columns Page 22 of 45  RECOMMENDATION City staff recommend the Historic Preservation Commission approve of the certificate of appropriateness application with one of the following courses of action: Page 23 of 45 1. Approve of the application as proposed. This includes the replacement of thirty (30) existing windows, all exterior siding, and the square box front columns. 2. Approve of the application with the replacement of all exterior siding and the square box front columns. Approve the request for wood/vinyl windows on non-primary elevations. Deny the request for wood/vinyl windows on the primary elevation (south side), and require the applicant to update the window selection to full wood, aluminum clad wood, fiberglass or custom profile aluminum windows. The new window selection shall be provided to City staff for approval.  WEST SIDE HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGN GUIDELINES Prepared for the City of New Richmond Historic Preservation Commission Prepared by Pigeon Consulting July 2024 Page 24 of 45 The activity that is the subject of this evaluation and inventory has been financed entirely with Federal funds from the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. However, the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of the Interior, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation by the Department of the Interior. This program receives Federal financial assistance for identification and protection of historic properties. Under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the U.S. Department of the Interior prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, or disability in its federally assisted programs. If you believe you have been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility as described above, or if you desire further information, please write to: Office for Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C St., NW, Washington, D.C. 20240. Page 25 of 45 Acknowledgments New Richmond City Council Jim Zajkowski, Mayor Craig Kittel Peter Vrieze Thomas Weinmeyer Greg Gartner Ron Volkert Mike Montello New Richmond Historic Preservation Commission Troy Boe Liz Montello Ben Kurth Jon Hailey Tara Van Eperen Brad Guinn Alderman Craig Kittel New Richmond Historic Preservation Commission Staff Noah Wiedenfeld, City Administrator Amber Toutge, Planner Page 26 of 45 Introduction How to Use This Document The New Richmond West Side Historic District is a local Historic Preservation Overlay District that was also listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 for its architectural significance and, as the City’s “First Ward,” for its representation of the early development of New Richmond. Specifically, The district represents the premier neighborhood in New Richmond. It is the oldest intact concentration of pre-1899 tornado homes. It is also the neighborhood where the “movers and shakers” of New Richmond lived. They held leading positions in financial, commercial, and industrial endeavors in the city…1 Changes to the exterior of buildings within the historic district and new construction within the historic district are subject to review by the City of New Richmond Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) through the submission of a Certificate of Appropriateness application. 1 National Register of Historic Places, New Richmond West Side Historic District, New Richmond, St. Croix County, Wisconsin, #88000626. 1 Page 27 of 45 The West Side Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), and locally designated. Local designation means that properties within the West Side District are subject to the Historic Overlay District regulations. Per New Richmond Municipal Code Section 121-59, no owner or person in charge of a historic structure, historic site or structure within the West Side Historic District shall reconstruct, alter or demolish all or any part of the exterior of such property or construct any improvement upon such designated property or properties or cause or permit any such work to be performed upon such property or demolish such property unless a Certificate of Appropriateness has been granted by the Historic Preservation Commission. Certificate of Appropriateness applications must be submitted to the City of New Richmond ahead of construction. The application requires a written description of proposed work and should include architectural plans or drawings, photographs, material samples, and anything else that will clearly illustrate the proposed work. These design guidelines were developed to support property owners in meeting the HPC design review requirements, which are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (“the Standards”). The Standards are a set of preservation guidelines for work on historic properties that ensure that properties retain their historic character and significance. These guidelines will also support homeowners who wish to participate in Wisconsin Homeowner’s Preservation Tax Credit Program. Rehabilitation work must meet the program’s design standards, which generally focus on the retention and repair of historic materials. 2 Page 28 of 45 Wisconsin’s Tax Credits for Historic Homes Program Owners of historic residences in Wisconsin are eligible to participate in a program that returns an income tax credit for 25% of the cost of the approved rehabilitation through the Homeowner’s Preservation Tax Credit program. To qualify for the program, before beginning work a personal residence must be: • Listed in the National Register or State Register of Historic Places individually or as a contributing building, or • Be determined through the Homeowner’s Preservation Tax Credit program application process to be eligible for individual listing in the State Register of Historic Places Work that is eligible must be approved by the State Historic Preservation Office before construction commences. Eligible work includes: • Exterior work, such as roof replacement or painting; • Window repair; • Repair to structural elements, such as structural beam reinforcement; • HVAC projects, including heating, air conditioning, and water heater updates; • Electrical wiring or plumbing system updates. This does not include new electrical or plumbing fixtures. Homeowners must spend between $10,000 and $40,000 on eligible work within a two-year period to qualify for the Wisconsin Homeowner’s Preservation Tax Credit. 3 Page 29 of 45 Properties in the New Richmond West Side Historic District Historic Name Address Date of Construction Status Mosher House 111 Dakota Avenue South 1887 Contributing Contributing McNally House 112 Dakota Avenue South 1911 Contributing Virgin House 222 First Street West 1884, 1887 Contributing Unknown 247 First Street West c. 1900 Contributing Williams House 339 First Street West 1883 Contributing Bell House 350 First Street West 1897 Contributing Earle House 367 First Street West 1905 Contributing O. Williams House 413 First Street West 1886 Contributing K. Bell House 425 First Street West 1909 Contributing Winter House 442 First Street West 1905 Contributing Johnston House 447 First Street West 1886 Contributing Boardman House 450 First Street West 1904 Contributing Johnston House 467 First Street West 1895 Contributing Beal House 507 First Street West 1888, 1905 Contributing Doar House 510 First Street West 1929-1930 Contributing Unknown 105 Montana Avenue South c. 1900 Contributing Bartlett House 251 Second Street West 1873, 1887, 1903 Contributing Simonton House 313 Second Street West c. 1870 4 Page 30 of 45  Character-Defining Features Character-defining features are the elements that make a building feel “historic.” Collectively, the character-defining features of the West Side Historic District make the neighborhood look and feel like a historic neighborhood. Simonton House, built c. 1870. The character defining features of the West Side Historic District include: • Oversized lots • Historic cladding materials, including wood siding, brick, and stone • Historic roof forms • Historic porches • Historic window openings and windows • Historic entry locations and doors • Decorative trim on porches and around Earle House, built 1905. window and door openings • Historic carriage houses and garages These character-defining features are important in historic preservation projects and are largely the focus of these design guidelines. Johnston House, built 1888. 5 Page 31 of 45  Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation These design guidelines are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards are intended to “provide guidance to historic building owners and building managers, preservation consultants, architects, contractors, and project reviewers prior to beginning work.” Rehabilitation is “the act or process of making possible a compatible use for a property through repair, alterations, and additions while preserving those portions or features which convey its historic cultural, or architectural values” – otherwise known as the “character-defining features.” The ten Rehabilitation Standards are listed below: 1. A property will be used as it was historically or be given a new use that requires minimal change to its distinctive materials, features, spaces and spatial relationships. 2. The historic character of a property will be retained and preserved. The removal of distinctive materials or alteration of features, spaces and spatial relationships that characterize a property will be avoided. 3. Each property will be recognized as a physical record of its time, place and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or elements from other historic properties, will not be undertaken. 4. Changes to a property that have acquired historic significance in their own right will be retained and preserved. 5. Distinctive materials, features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property will be preserved. 6. Deteriorated historic features will be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature will match the old in design, color, texture and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features will be substantiated by documentary and physical evidence. 7. Chemical or physical treatments, if appropriate, will be undertaken using the gentlest means possible. Treatments that cause damage to historic materials will not be used. 8. Archeological resources will be protected and preserved in place. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures will be undertaken. 9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction will not destroy historic materials, features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property. The new work will be differentiated from the old and will be compatible with the historic materials, features, size, scale and proportion, and massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment. 10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction will be undertaken in such a manner that, if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. 6 Page 32 of 45  Design Guidelines Period of Significance General Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • Repair and retain historic materials and features including: • Historic wall and trim materials The “period of significance” is the • Historic windows and doors span of time during which historic • Historic porches events associated with a building or • Historic roof forms historic district occurred. • Historic garages and carriage houses • When historic materials are demonstrated to be beyond repair and must be replaced, they shall be replaced “in-kind.” This Changes to buildings that date to means that the replacement materials must match the historic this period of time are considered material in size, type, texture, profile, color, etc. “historic.” • Substitute materials may be accepted on a case-by-case basis when the historic material is technically or economically infeasible and a replacement matches the visual characteristics This means that finishes and of the historic materials. features that are not “original” to • When non-historic materials need to be replaced, replacement the building’s construction may be shall be consistent with the historic material if it is known. historically significant and should be • When a historic condition is known to have existed, but the repaired and retained as part of a exact design is unknown, a simplified version of the condition is historic preservation project. appropriate. • Cleaning and paint removal shall be undertaken using the gentlest means possible to avoid damaging historic The period of significance for the materials. Sandblasting and other abrasive methods are not New Richmond West Side Historic allowed. District is 1870-1911 and 1929-1930. • Additions to historic houses should generally be at the rear and not obscure historically significant details. • Additions shall be compatible with the historic character of the house but identifiable as new construction. • Additions shall not be taller than the original house. 7 Page 33 of 45 Foundations • Historic foundation materials shall be retained and repaired to the greatest extent possible. Repairs shall use materials and methods that match the historic foundation. Where replacement is necessary due to significant deterioration or structural issues, it shall be limited to the affected area. Walls • When non-historic materials need to be replaced, restoration of historic wall cladding is encouraged. When this is not feasible, wall materials shall be replaced in-kind. • Cladding over historic siding, trim, or other features shall be avoided as it changes the proportions and relationship of features, as well as obscures and causes damage to historic materials. Details such as corner pilasters, window and door casing trim, etc. shall not be covered and, if removed, shall be replaced in-kind. When approved, replacement materials shall match the direction, dimensions, and texture of the historic material. Wood • Historic wood siding shall be preserved and repaired to the greatest extent possible. Repairs shall follow preservation best practices for patching, consolidating, splicing, and reinforcing. Where wood is deteriorated beyond repair, replacement shall be in-kind. • Where wood siding is deteriorated beyond repair, replacement siding shall match the direction and dimensions of the historic siding. • If wood siding is demonstrated to be deteriorated beyond repair, substitute materials, such as fiber cement or cellulose composite, may be considered. Substitute materials must match the direction and dimensions of the historic siding. Asphalt, asbestos, metal, and vinyl siding are not considered appropriate substitute materials. When considering substitute replacement materials, it is important to discuss the proposed material with program staff. Masonry (Brick, Stone, and Concrete Block) • Historic masonry shall be preserved and repaired. It may be replaced when the historic masonry units are cracked, chipped, or spalled, or exhibit severe deterioration. New masonry shall match the historic masonry in terms of color, texture, profile, and size. • Historic mortar joints shall be preserved. When severely deteriorated, replacement mortar shall match in strength, color, width, and profile. Vertical mortar joints shall be cleared with hand tools to prevent damage to historic masonry. • No waterproof coatings may be applied to historic masonry. Sealant or caulking used at joints where masonry meets other features is permitted. • Cleaning shall be conducted using the gentlest means possible, as proven by test panels, beginning with a low-pressure spray of water with wood scrapers, stiff nylon brushes, or stiff fiber brushes, and moving to progressively stronger means. • Sandblasting and other abrasive methods are strictly prohibited. • Masonry that is not currently painted shall not be painted. 8 Page 34 of 45  Siding Case Study The image below, not taken in New Richmond, shows a house with two different types of siding. The wood lap siding identified in the green box is the original siding and the wider siding is a non-historic replacement. The replacement siding does not match the original in dimension, width, texture, or reveal. The wider siding without the reveal associated with the original lap siding makes the house read as shorter and stockier than it would have historically. Because of the dramatic change in appearance, such a replacement product would not be approved as part of a historic homeowner’s tax credit project. 9 Page 35 of 45  Windows Why are windows so • Historic windows shall be retained and repaired. important? • Where deteriorated beyond repair or missing, the condition shall be documented, and replacement Windows are some of the most windows shall match the historic window. visible components of historic • Muntins in true divided light windows shall be retained buildings and their design and and repaired. If replacement is necessary, applied muntins are construction tell us a lot about the not appropriate. time period that the building • New windows cannot reduce the size of the historic opening represents. and must be installed at the same depth as the historic windows. • Appropriate replacement windows shall be wood, aluminum- They are one of the most clad wood, fiberglass, or custom profile aluminum with a pre- important – and most finished, painted, or clear, dark bronze, or black anodized controversial – character-defining finish. Modern aluminum systems with standard profiles are features of historic buildings. generally not appropriate for replacement of historic wood windows. • Vinyl windows are never appropriate replacement As the National Trust for Historic windows on historic buildings and will not be approved Preservation notes, windows by the State Historic Preservation Office. “connect the outside of the • Historic windows that were previously replaced or building to the inside” and are “an infilled may be restored to the historic size and a integral part of the architecture.” replacement window matching the criteria above shall This is why the retention of historic be provided. windows is a critical part of historic • New window openings may be proposed on secondary preservation projects. elevations where their introduction does not detract from or diminish the historic character of the building or compromise the architectural integrity. If historic windows remain on a • It may be possible to retrofit historic windows to improve their building, the State Historic energy efficiency. Preservation Office will want to • Storm windows shall match the shape, profile, and design of see them retained and repaired – the historic window and shall not obscure decorative details. and will expect replacement • Historic shutters shall be retained and repaired. If new windows to look like the historic shutters are proposed, they shall match the original in size, windows. design, placement, and features. • Historic window awnings shall be retained and repaired. If they must be replaced, the new awning shall be made of fireproof material and match the design of the original awning. 10 Page 36 of 45  Window Case Study The image below, not taken in New Richmond, shows a house with two different types of windows. The windows on the right, outlined in green, are the historic wood windows. They have been maintained and made energy efficient through the installation of exterior storm windows. The windows on the left, outlined in red, are non-historic vinyl replacement windows. The replacement windows, with their change in material, profile, and applied muntins, dramatically change the appearance of this side of the house. The replacement windows shown here would not be approved as part of a historic homeowner’s tax credit project. 11 Page 37 of 45 Doors • Historic doors and entrance features, such as door frames, transoms, sidelights, and pediments shall be preserved and repaired. Replacement is appropriate when the historic materials are deteriorated beyond repair. New materials shall match the historic materials. • Replacement doors shall match the historic door or be compatible with the style of the building. • Doors, transoms, and sidelights with transparent glazing shall not be covered with opaque materials. • Historic storm doors shall be retained and repaired. Where missing or deteriorated beyond repair, storm doors that are compatible with the character of the building may be proposed. Storm doors shall fit the historic opening and shall incorporate ½ to full lites to avoid obscuring historic door details. Bartlett House, built 1873 and expanded 1887 and 1903. Porches, Stoops, and Railings • Historic porches, balconies, stoops, and railings shall be retained and repaired. • Architectural details such as columns, moldings, cornices, railings, etc. shall be retained on opened and closed porches and porticoes. • The location of historic steps shall be retained. All steps shall have closed risers • Historic railings shall be retained and repaired. Where a historical railing is missing or deteriorated beyond repair, it shall be replaced based on historic evidence, such as photographs or architectural plans. If evidence of the historic appearance is not available, a design that is compatible with the design, scale, and material of the building shall be used. • Historic porch flooring shall be retained and repaired or replaced in kind. Johnston House, built 1895. 12 Page 38 of 45  • Historic skirting shall be retained and repaired or replaced in kind. Where missing, new skirting shall be compatible with the historic style and character of the house. • New screens may be considered on open porches if they are inconspicuous, removable, do not damage or obscure historic features, and do not diminish the historic style and character of the building. • New porches, balconies, or stoops may be considered on secondary facades where not visible from the street and where the proposed feature does not detract from the historic character of the building. Roofs • The original roof design and general features shall be maintained. Removing character-defining roof features shall be avoided. Significant features may include cupolas, cresting, cornices, chimneys, weathervanes, Winter House, built 1905. etc. • Historic roof features shall be preserved and repaired with in-kind materials. Replacement materials will be considered if they are compatible with the existing historic materials. • Acceptable materials for sloped roofs include asphalt shingles, wood shakes or shingles, slat, and tile. • Where historic roof materials are deteriorated or damaged beyond repair, replacement materials may be considered on a case-by-case basis. • Historic masonry chimneys may be removed if severely deteriorated and structurally unsound, but documentation by a licensed engineer must be provided. • New dormers may be considered on a case-by-case basis. New dormers shall not detract from the overall roof form or character of the building. Doar House (garage showing roof), built 1929-1930. 13 Page 39 of 45  • The use of solar panels or shingles is encouraged where installation can be accomplished without detracting from or damaging the historic character of the building and where the structure can support the additional weight. • Historic gutters shall be retained and repaired to the greatest extent possible. • Non-historic gutters and downspouts may be removed and replaced with compatible metal drainage systems, sized appropriately to accommodate the volume of water during a heavy rain at each specific building. New drainage systems will be considered on a case-by-case basis when there is a demonstrated need. • New drainage systems shall be metal of and either a K-style or half-round profile and shall not detract from the historic character by concealing significant features. • Gutters and downspouts shall be installed to avoid damage to or obscuring historic character- defining features. Attachments on masonry walls shall be through mortar joints and not masonry faces. The straps for gutters shall be installed under the roof shingles when possible. Support Structures – Garages, Carriage Houses, and Sheds • Garages, carriage houses, and sheds that date to the period of significance shall be preserved. The preservation of cladding materials and windows shall follow the guidelines laid out above. • New garage doors shall be compatible with the historic building and have a painted or stained finish. Sustainability • Retain inherent historic features that promote energy efficiency such as natural ventilation (operable windows and transoms), window treatments, cornices, and awnings. • Use energy efficient materials if they do not negatively impact the integrity or character of the historic building or district. • Provide weatherstripping and sealant. • Provide storm windows and doors that are compatible with the historic building and do not damage or obscure significant details. Storm windows shall align with the frame and configuration of the historic window. New muntin patterns shall not be introduced in a storm window, where the historic window does not have that pattern. Appropriate exterior storm windows will be wood or pre-finished or painted aluminum, with or without screens. • Modify historic windows to accommodate insulated glazing if the historic window profile will allow. • Insulation shall not be proposed at the exterior where it is visible. • Locate solar panels where they are not visible from the public way. Metal frames and attachments for solar panels shall be painted to match the roof or other adjacent materials. 14 Page 40 of 45 Landscape Features – Fences, Retaining Walls, Paving, and Trash Enclosures Fences • Fences and handrails are common safety and security features that would have existed during the period of significance. • Front yard fences shall be low and visually light. • Historic fencing shall be preserved and repaired, retaining their historic appearance. • Locate new fences at property line to be consistent with historic properties. • Use wood pickets, wrought iron or metal for fencing. • Chain link only acceptable for backyard use. • Ornamental Iron preferred for handrail use. • Hedges and planted borders are encouraged in place of fence when enclosure is desired. Retaining Walls • Site and retaining walls were characteristic of some of the larger properties found within the district. Any restoration, modification or construction of new landscape walls shall be considered contextually. • Use material that matches the primary structure, such as brick or stone for new walls. • Concrete block or cast stone walls will be considered if they are compatible with the property. Paving • Paving includes any structure or material that is used as a surface material for walkways, drives and other horizontal surfaces. Historic paving materials are encouraged to be exposed and repaired if identified. • Retain and maintain existing sidewalks, walkways, and driveways. • New parking areas or patio/terraces shall be compatible with the scale, proportion of open space and character of adjacent contributing properties. • Preference given to materials that maintain a more granular scale such as cobbles, stone pavers, brick edging or pavers, or compacted gravel. Concrete and asphalt are not preferred but are acceptable. • New or replacement paving materials that help with storm water management will be considered. Trash Enclosures • Trash enclosures shall be located behind buildings and shall be constructed of simple, opaque materials including but not limited to wood pickets or concrete masonry units. Signage • Signage in the historic district shall be considered on a case-by-case basis. Signs shall not obscure significant architectural details and shall be installed in a manner that does not cause damage to the building. • Freestanding signs shall be constructed of materials similar to those found on the building. Acceptable materials include brick, stone, metal, and wood. 15 Page 41 of 45 New Construction and Additions These guidelines for new construction and additions are based on historic preservation best practices and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Orientation • New construction shall be oriented such that primary elevations and entrances face public streets. • Additions to existing buildings shall be located on secondary facades. • New buildings shall be in line with the existing buildings on either side of the same block face. Massing and Scale • New construction shall follow the general massing and scale of nearby contributing buildings. • New single-family homes shall be two to two-and-a-half stories in height. • New secondary buildings, such as garages or accessory dwelling units, shall be one to one-and-a- half stories in height. Foundations • New buildings in the district shall have masonry foundations. Acceptable materials include brick, stone, concrete block, or poured concrete. Walls • New buildings in the district shall be clad in wood, stone, masonry, or stucco, as traditionally used on historic buildings within the district. • Lapped siding of an alternative materials, such as high-quality fiber cement or composite will be considered. • Metal panels, imitation stucco (E.I.F.S, fiber cement panel, etc.), and vinyl siding are not appropriate for the historic district and will not be considered. Fenestration Windows • Windows may be constructed of wood, steel, aluminum, fiberglass, or combinations of these materials. Vinyl windows are not permitted. • Windows shall have vertical proportions and follow a regular rhythm. Continuous horizontal or vertical bands of windows shall not be allowed. • Only clear glass and non-reflective low emission glass or coatings shall be used. Glass shall not have a distinctive tint or reflective coating. • Divided light windows are encouraged. When installing a simulated divided light window, applied muntins on both sides of the glass, with an interstitial spacer, are required. Internal muntins alone are not permitted. • Windows with simple details, such as masonry patterns above lintels and masonry sills, are appropriate and encouraged if they do not copy or replicate historic designs. 16 Page 42 of 45 Doors • Wood exterior primary doors with a painted or stained finish are encouraged. Exterior doors may include glazing. • On non-primary elevations, alternate door materials will be considered on a case-by-case basis. • New garage doors shall be compatible with the historic district and have a painted or stained finish. Porches, Balconies, Stoops, and Railings • Porches, balconies, stoops, and railings shall be consistent with the character of the historic district. Appropriate materials include wood, masonry, and metal. • All steps on new porches and stoops shall have closed risers. • The design of railings and balconies shall be compatible with the design, scale, and material of the new building. The design shall not attempt to recreate the historic railings and balconies of historic buildings. Roofs • New construction shall have pitched roofs or flat roofs with parapet caps high enough to screen mechanical equipment that may be installed on the roof. • For pitched roofs, asphalt shingles are appropriate. Alternative materials may be considered on a case-by-case basis. • The use of solar panels or shingles is encouraged where installation can be accomplished without detracting from or damaging the historic character of the district. Panels shall have a low profile and be located as inconspicuously as possible to be minimally visible from the street. 17 Page 43 of 45 Glossary CHARACTER-DEFINING FEATURES Physical or spatial features that define the historic character of a building, including, but not limited to, the shape and massing of a building, its materials, craftsmanship, decorative details, and features, as well as various aspects of its site and environment. COMPATIBLE/COMPATIBILITY In harmony with location, context, materials, features, style, and overall historic character of a building. CONTEMPORARY Reflecting characteristics of the current period. CONTRIBUTING RESOURCE (HISTORIC) A building or structure which has been determined to be historic and significant within a historic district and retains a high degree of integrity. A property or structure can be contributing even if it has been altered, as long as it maintains the character defined for the district. Typically, these resources were built during the district’s period of significance. FALSE SENSE OF HISTORY Changes to a building that suggest that new features are historic, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings. HISTORIC CHARACTER A term used to describe structures and features or architectural and historic interest. Historic refers to structures and features that date to the period of significance. IN-KIND REPLACEMENT Replacing a feature or component with a new feature or component that matches the physical characteristics of the original. INTEGRITY In historic preservation, integrity means the architectural elements, materials, color, and quality of the building construction that dates to the period of significance. NON-CONTRIBUTING (NON-HISTORIC) A property, building, structure, or object within the boundaries of a historic district that does not add to the historic associations, historic architectural qualities, or archaeological values for with the historic 18 Page 44 of 45 district is significant. Typically, these resources were built after the district’s period of significance or have been significantly altered. PERIOD OF SIGNIFICANCE A year or range of years that are used to define the importance of a property to the history, architecture, or culture of a community. PRIMARY FAÇADE The front elevation of a structure, usually facing a street and containing the main entrance. REHABILITATE / REHABILITATION The act or process of making possible a compatible use for a property through repair, alterations, and additions while preserving those portions or features which convey its historical, cultural, or architectural values. REPAIR To restore a decayed or damaged resource to good or sound condition by any process. RESTORATION The act or process of accurately depicting the form, features, and character of a property as it appeared at a particular period of time by means of the removal of features from other periods in its history and reconstruction of missing features from the restoration period. 19 Page 45 of 45