Historic Preservation Advisory Board

110 SE Watula Avenue Ocala Ocala, FL 34471 Historic Preservation Advisory Board Minutes Thursday, January 5, 2023 4:00 PM 1. Call To Order and Roll Call Present Vice Chair Shari Ausley Jane Cosand Holland Drake Christina Snook Ira Holmes Tom McCullough Chairperson James Richard Ted Smith 2. Public Meeting Notice Acknowledgement The Public Notice for the Ocala Historic Preservation Advisory Board was posted on December 21, 2022 3. Review of Meeting Minutes MOVER: Jane Cosand SECONDER: Christina Snook Approval of December 1, 2022, minutes Attachments: minutes december 1 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Jane Cosand SECONDER: Christina Snook AYE: Vice Chair Ausley, Cosand, Drake, Snook, Holmes, McCullough, Chairperson Richard, and Smith 4. Certificates of Appropriateness Attachments: 621 EFK mtg pckt Mr. Gus Gianikas discussed the proposed replacement of twenty-seven windows. He presented several photos of the property. The applicant plans on replacing the existing windows with Anderson Series A windows. He provided a brief overview of the grill design. Mr. Drake and Ms. Ausley favor the chosen window design, which complies with architectural requirements of the Historical Guidelines. RESULT: APPROVED Page 1 of 5 Historic Preservation Advisory Board Minutes January 5, 2023 MOVER: Shari Ausley SECONDER: Holland Drake AYE: Vice Chair Ausley, Cosand, Drake, Snook, Holmes, McCullough, Chairperson Richard, and Smith Attachments: Application Packet Ms. Miller reported the applicant is proposing to convert the porch into an office. She presented several photos of the property and stated the applicant plans on replacing the front door and windows. Mr. Gianikas commented the property is not considered a contributing structure. The City has met with the property owners to discuss the proposed project. Ms. Miller noted the application does not include changes to the carport area. The Board agreed to table discussion since the applicants were not present. RESULT: TABLED MOVER: Jane Cosand SECONDER: Holland Drake AYE: Vice Chair Ausley, Cosand, Drake, Snook, Holmes, McCullough, Chairperson Richard, and Smith Attachments: Application Packet Ms. Miller reported the applicant is proposing a decorative simulated wrought fence and pool in the rear yard. She presented several photos of the property. Mr. Gianikas noted the front fence height range along SE 5th Street is 4-feet and 6-feet. He discussed trending fence heights in the area. Ms. Erin Schlichter, 1027 SE 5th Street, Ocala FL, stated she measured the fences along 5th Street. She noted a neighboring property has the same fence height (54-inches) and style she is proposing. She sincerely apologized for installing the metal fence without Board approval. Mr. Richard stated property owners who purchase properties in the Historic District, are required to seek Board approval before making property improvements. Ms. Schlichter commented a representative from the Historic Ocala Preservation Society (HOPS) stated no approval was needed for the metal fence. And added she favors a high fence to keep her dog safe. Ms. Cosand stated the fence is too high, and the fence material is not approved. Mr. Gianikas noted the fencing is 41/2 feet height. Page 2 of 5 Historic Preservation Advisory Board Minutes January 5, 2023 Mr. Richard noted a variation is needed for the proposed fence height. Ms. Schlichter provided a brief overview of the rectangular pool design. Ms. Cosand requested clarification of the approved fence height for the property located on Wenona & 5th Street. Ms. Ausley stated she has no concerns regarding the metal fence or pool design. Ms. Schlichter noted the property has lot dips on 11th & 5th Street. Mr. Chuck Collins, 1011 5th Street, Ocala, FL. stated he resides adjacent to the property. He congratulated the property owner on their property improvements. The Board requested the City collaborate with HOPS to educate the public. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Shari Ausley SECONDER: Holland Drake AYE: Vice Chair Ausley, Cosand, Drake, Snook, Holmes, McCullough, Chairperson Richard, and Smith Attachments: 752 ESSB pckt for 1.5.23 red mtg Mr.Gianikas reported the Board approved the window replacements last July; however, the wrong windows were installed. The contractor is proposing to place a stimulated bar across the window to give a double-hung appearance. The City will not be issuing over the counter permits for the Historic District. Ms. Christina Chamberlain, applicant stated the property is off the market until the window matter is rectified. West shore contractor stated Mr.Gianikas approved the picture windows during the walkthrough. Mr. Louis Navas provided a brief overview of the window matter. Ms. Cosand stated the Board approved double-hung windows. Page 3 of 5 Historic Preservation Advisory Board Minutes January 5, 2023 West shore contractor recommended placing a grid across the inside of the picture windows to simulate a double-hung appearance. Ms. Ausley and Ms. Cosand agreed the windows should be replaced with the approved window design. West shore contractor reiterated that he had a verbal agreement with Mr.Gianikas. Mr. Gianikas responded he did not make a verbal agreement to approve picture windows. Ms. Cosand stated Mr.Gianikas does not have the authority to approve windows. Ms. Ausley noted the Board will verify if double-hung or single-hung windows were approved. West shore contractor noted the manufacturer does not make double-hung windows. He provided a brief overview of the approved window design. Ms. Miller clarified the previous Board comments regarding the large window. Mr. Gianikas noted a motion is needed if the Board wants to approve the simulated sash bar. Ms. Ausley confirmed the Board approved double-hung windows. The applicant will need to submit a new application for single-hung windows. Ms. Cosand and Ms. Ausley favored the double-hung dimensional appearance of the new sample. Ms. Chamberlain requested the contractor install the approved window design. West shore contractor provided a brief overview of the window design. He noted the existing frames/casing can remain during the window replacement and an external grill pattern will be added to the signature window. Ms. Ausley requested the Contractor apply a contoured grill to the signature window and she suggested the Board make a motion to approve the window trim. The amendment was denied; however, the original approval still stands. RESULT: DENIED MOVER: Shari Ausley SECONDER: Ted Smith AYE: Vice Chair Ausley, Cosand, Drake, Snook, Holmes, McCullough, Chairperson Richard, and Smith 5. Affirmative Maintenance 6. Old Business Page 4 of 5 Historic Preservation Advisory Board Minutes January 5, 2023 7. New Business Attachments: roofing guidelines Jan 2023 8. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 5:17 pm. Page 5 of 5