Olde Towne Preservation District Commission

City of Slidell, Louisiana Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Agenda June 12, 2024 at 5:00pm City of Slidell Planning Department Conference Room-250 Bouscaren St, Slidell, LA Agenda packet available at myslidell.com/planning/boards/otpdc For questions or to provide public comment before the meeting, email OTPDC@cityofslidell.org or call (985) 646-4320 (M-F 8am to 4:30pm) SCAN ME for the OTPDC website 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Minutes. Review and approve minutes from May 8, 2024 3. Public Hearings a. CA24-25: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations associated with home elevation grant program at 434 Mayfield Street, by Davie Shoring. b. CA24-26: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations for property located at 2137 First Street, by Gilbert Valencia. c. CA24-27: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations associated with an addition to 1921 Bayou Lane, by Duffy Ramirez. d. CA24-28: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations for property located at 1928 First Street, by Andrew R. Schwing. 4. Other Business 5. Informational Items 6. General and Public Comments 7. Adjournment The next Olde Towne Preservation District Commission meeting will be July 10, 2024. Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Agenda for June 12, 2024 Page 1 of 1  City of Slidell, Louisiana Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes May 8, 2024 at 5:00 pm City of Slidell Planning Department Conference Room-250 Bouscaren St. Suite 203, Slidell, LA 1. Call to Order and Roll Call. Meeting called to order by Chairperson Darby at 5:02 p.m. Commissioners Present Commissioners Not Present Staff Present Darren Darby, Chair Jodi Stamps Daniel McElmurray, Planning Director Jason Clayton Theresa Alexander, Planner Michelle Cramer Erica Smith, Planning Secretary Jordan Granier-5:12 P.M. 2. Minutes. Motion by Commissioner Cramer to approve minutes of March 20, 2024 as written; Commissioner Clayton seconded. A vote of 3 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved the minutes. 3. Public Hearings a. CA24-14: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction of an accessory building at 302 Fremaux Avenue, by Grant Gravois. Introduced by Chair Darby. Grant Gravois, building owner, was present to discuss the project and answer questions by the Commission. A motion to approve as written with 16 foot height restriction was made by Commissioner Clayton. Seconded by Commissioner Granier. A vote of 4 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved CA24-14. b. CA24-20: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction of an accessory building at 504 Maine Avenue, by Peggy Pichon. Introduced by Chair Darby. Ashley Massarini, son of the property owner, was present to answer any questions by the Commission. Commissioner Clayton made a motion to approve. Commissioner Granier seconded. A vote of 4 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved CA24-20. c. CA24-22: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition at 2152 Second Street, by City of Slidell. Introduced by Chair Darby. There were no questions or comments. Chair Darby made a motion to approve, seconded by Commissioner Granier. A vote of 4 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved CA24-22. d. CA24-23: A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition at 124 Cousin Street, by Kevin Young. Introduced by Chair Darby. Kevin Young, property owner, and Mia Kaplan were present to discuss the project and answer questions by the Commission. Young stated that instead of demolishing the building, he would be willing to give it to someone who would be willing to move it and salvage it. Commissioner Granier made a motion to approve removal of the building from the property. Commissioner Clayton seconded. A vote of 4 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN approved CA24-23. 4. Other Business a. Chair Darby brought up the idea of an educational program to educate the community about historical homes, doing walking tours, etc. 5. Informational Items 6. General and Public Comments 7. Adjournment. Meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m. on motion by Commissioner Granier seconded by Commissioner Clayton, and a vote of 4 YAYS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSTAIN. Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Minutes for May 8, 2024 Page 1 of 1  Staff Report Case No. CA24-25 Certificate of Appropriateness Planning Department for Exterior Alterations Elevation at 434 Mayfield Ave 985.646.4320 | 250 Bouscaren St, Ste 203, Slidell, LA 70458 | planningdept@cityofslidell.org | myslidell.com Location: 434 Mayfield Ave (Figure 1) Historic Status: Not an historic or contributing structure (LHRI No. 52-) Owners: Cathy and Tony Goutierrez Applicant: Davie Shoring Zoning: A-6 Single-Family Urban/OTPD Olde Towne Preservation District Request: Certificate of Appropriateness for Exterior Alterations in connection with Elevation through FEMA Flood Elevation Grant (see Figure 1. Location aerial Findings for complete details) OTPDC Meeting: 6/12/2024 STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approval SCOPE OF WORK 1. 434 Mayfield Ave is developed with a single-family residence (Figure 2). 2. It was estimated to be built in currently not listed by the City as an Historic Structure. Resource Map does identify the property as being surveyed in 2021 (Figure 3 52-03011) as not eligible for National Historic status. 3. The applicant is working to obtain permits to elevate the existing structure to meet the FEMA Flood Elevation Requirements (Figure 4-Elevations). OTPDC Page 1 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander 4. corner of the home giving access to the house through a rear entrance serviced by a 160 sq foot landing (Figure 5 Site Plan) 5. s all elevated structures to have screening, using approved screening materials (App. B, Part 3, Sec. 3.202 Elevated residences New and existing construction). The applicant proposes concrete lap siding for the screening, which as proposed, meets the design standards requirement (Figure 5). 6. At the time of drafting this staff report, the Planning Department did not receive plans on how the substantial improvements to this structure will meet the parking requirements of two hard surface parking spaces as required for single family residences. Figure 6 Survey) shows the building setback before elevation at 40.65 feet which provides area sufficient for only one space. A site visit by the Planning Director and Davies Shoring on 6/5/24 resulted in a discussion about the extensi parking spaces to allow for compliance with the requirement. 7. The Site Plan (Figure 5) identifies several openings along the front and side elevations for installation of new windows to be installed under a separate permit by the property owners. These items will be reviewed under separate application to the Commission. STANDARDS FOR REVIEW 7. This request is for exterior alteration associated with the elevation of the home through FEMA Flood Grant Program. It is reviewed against the standards of Sec. 2-216(r)(1), Treatment of a historic resource, Standards for Preservation. In addition, standards for elevated structures as provided in App. B, Part 3 must also be applied. The following factors are considered in this request for a Certificate of Appropriateness: a. A property will be used as it was historically or be given a new use that maximizes the retention of distinctive materials, features, spaces, and spatial relationships. Where a treatment and use have not been identified, a property will be protected, and if necessary, stabilized until additional work may be undertaken. The current use of the property as single-family residential will be continued after elevation. b. The historic character of a property will be retained and preserved. The replacement of intact or repairable historic materials or alteration of features, spaces, and spatial relationships that characterize a property will be avoided. The residence does not currently carry a historical status, however, there are several aspects of the design that will be maintained as shown in the State Historic Survey (Figure 3). c. Each property will be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Work needed to stabilize, consolidate, and conserve existing historic materials and features will be physically and visually compatible, identifiable upon close inspection, and properly documented for future research. The alterations proposed will not detract from its physical status as a typical residence constructed OTPDC Page 2 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  d. Distinctive materials, features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property will be preserved. The existing materials, features and finishes will be preserved. 8. Archeological resources will be protected and preserved in place. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures will be undertaken. FINDINGS 9. The proposed elevation and materials proposed comply with the applicable standards of the Olde Towne Preservation District. FIGURES Figure 1. Location Aerial OTPDC Page 3 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 2. Street View (Google 2022) OTPDC Page 4 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Figure 3. LHRI Survey No. 52-03011 OTPDC Page 5 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Figure 4. Architectural Elevations Proposed Construction OTPDC Page 11 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Figure 5. Site Plan OTPDC Page 14 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Figure 6 Survey OTPDC Page 16 of 17 CA24-25 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Staff Report Case No. CA24-26 Certificate of Appropriateness Planning Department for Exterior Alterations at 2137 First Street 985.646.4320 | 250 Bouscaren St, Ste 203, Slidell, LA 70458 | planningdept@cityofslidell.org | myslidell.com Location: 2137 First Street (Figure 1) Historic Status: Not an historic or contributing structure Owner/Applicant: Gilbert Valencia Investments LLC Zoning: C-3 Central Business/OTPD Olde Towne Preservation District Request: Certificate of Appropriateness for a New Windows and Roof (see Findings for complete details) OTPDC Meeting: 6/12/2024 STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approval SCOPE OF WORK 1. 2137 First Street is a developed property with a 2-story commercial building (Figure 1). 2. It is unknown when the structure was originally constructed, but its architectural design reflects 1950- 1960 construction (Figure 2). 3. The applicant proposes the following exterior alterations (Figure 3): Installation/replacement of second floor windows. Installation of new roof. Replacement siding at roof peaks. Replace the staircase to second floor. 4. Proposed materials for the exterior alterations (Figure 4): Windows: All windows on the second floor, with the exception of those windows being closed off, will be Black Vinyl, Left Side Horizontal Slide Opening with exterior screen. Roofing: GAF 3-tab architectural singles Royal Sovereign Charcoal Second Floor Siding: Materials currently unknown. Color proposed Jewett White (H0102). Staircase: Materials and color currently unknown OTPDC Page 1 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander STANDARDS FOR REVIEW 5. This request is for exterior alterations. It is reviewed against the standards of Sec. 2-216(r)(1) Standards for preservation and the general design guidelines of Sec. 2-2217 Design guidelines for Olde Towne and Fremaux Corridor of Appendix A Zoning of the City of Slidell Code of Ordinances. The following factors are considered in this request for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Standards for preservation. a. A property will be used as it was historically or be given a new use that maximizes the retention of distinctive materials, features, spaces, and spatial relationships. Where a treatment and use have not been identified, a property will be protected, and if necessary, stabilized until additional work may be undertaken. Proposed alterations are consistent with the standards for preservation of a potential historical structure through the use of materials consistent with historic context. b. The historic character of a property will be retained and preserved. The replacement of intact or repairable historic materials or alteration of features, spaces, and spatial relationships that characterize a property will be avoided. The exterior alterations will not redefine the historic character of the property. c. Each property will be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Work needed to stabilize, consolidate, and conserve existing historic materials and features will be physically and visually compatible, identifiable upon close inspection, and properly documented for future research. No architectural features or overall redesign of the structure are proposed, therefore, no impact on the physical or visual compatibility with the historic time period will occur. d. Distinctive materials, features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property will be preserved. The overall craftsmanship of the property will not be altered. e. The existing condition of historic features will be evaluated to determine the appropriate level of intervention needed. Where the severity of deterioration requires repair or limited replacement of a distinctive feature, the new material will match the old in composition, design, color, and texture. The replacement windows and siding are of materials that best match the pre-existing composition and design. FIINDINGS 6. Even though this property is not a listed historical structure, the architectural character of the building will not be impacted by the proposed building preservation measures. The proposed exterior alterations are consistent with the applicable standards of the Olde Towne Preservation District. OTPDC Page 2 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander FIGURES Figure 1. Location Aerial OTPDC Page 3 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 2. Street View (2022) OTPDC Page 4 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 3. Proposed Alterations OTPDC Page 5 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 4. Replacement/Repair Materials/Color Windows: OTPDC Page 6 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Roofing: OTPDC Page 7 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Siding: Material unknown; color: Jewitt-White Staircase: materials and color unknown. OTPDC Page 8 of 8 CA24-26 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Staff Report Case No. CA24-27 Certificate of Appropriateness Planning Department for New Construction of Addition to 1921 Bayou Lane 985.646.4320 | 250 Bouscaren St, Ste 203, Slidell, LA 70458 | planningdept@cityofslidell.org | myslidell.com Location: 1921 Bayou Lane (Figure 1) Historic Status: Contributing historic structure within the OTPD (LHRI No. 52-00384) Owner/Applicant: Roberts Landing, LLC, through its managing member, Duffel Ramierz Zoning: C-2W Waterfront Mixed Use/OTPD Olde Towne Preservation District Request: Certificate of Appropriateness for a New Restroom Addition (see Findings for complete details) OTPDC Meeting: 6/12/2024 Figure 1. Location map STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approval PROPERTY HISTORY 1. 1921 Bayou Lane is developed, with a building now used for commercial activity (previously single- family residence). (Figure 2). 2. It was built circa 1925 with some modifications noted on the LHRI Survey from 2017 (Attachment 1). The structure is historically significant for its bungalow form and is identified on the 1926 Sanborn Map. (Figure 3) 3. There are currently three (3) buildings along Bayou Lane, in addition to this property, that are currently identified on the State Historic Properties Map, with only one, in addition to this property, (Figure 4) SCOPE OF WORK 4. The applicant proposes to construct a 787 square foot multi-stall restroom addition to the rear of the existing building. (Figure 5 Site Plan) OTPDC Page 1 of 12 CA24-27 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander 5. The addition will be constructed at the rear of the existing building fronting Bayou Lane, connected by a screened in walkway, using the following materials. a. Exterior Walls Gray Stucco over CMU Block b. Raw Cut Cedar Columns for Covered Porch c. Corrugated metal roofing (?? Gauge) in silver d. Hardi Board vertical siding at roof peaks in Gray e. Doors (Restrooms) Gray Hollow Metal doors f. Doors Screened In Walkway 2 (TYPE??) doors at restroom porch, and Event grounds stairs at existing building. (Figure 6 - elevations). STANDARDS FOR REVIEW 6. This request is for New Construction of an addition to the existing building. It is reviewed against the standards of Sec. 2-216(q) New construction of the City of Slidell Code of Ordinances. The following factors are considered in this request for a Certificate of Appropriateness: a. Scale and Siting. The addition is proposed to be constructed along the rear of the existing building with an approximate 20-foot separation from the existing building by the screened-in walkway c. Materials. The exterior elevations of the proposed addition and screened-in walkway will complement the existing building in color but are distinctly different from the original construction. The proposed materials and color are appropriate. e. Architectural elements. Following the existing architectural design, the proposed addition with the use of raw-cut cedar posts will complement the context of the Olde Towne Preservation District. FINDINGS 7. The proposed addition is consistent with the applicable standards of the Olde Towne Preservation District. OTPDC Page 2 of 12 CA24-27 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander FIGURES Figure 1. Location Aerial OTPDC Page 3 of 12 CA24-27 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 2. Street View (2023) - Anglo-American w/architectural significance (bungalow form) OTPDC Page 4 of 12 CA24-27 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 3. 1926 Sandborn Map ATTACHMENT 1 Louisiana Historic Resource Inventory Report Resource Number 52-00384 See next page. OTPDC Page 5 of 12 CA24-27 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 4. City and State listed historic structures within the immediate vicinity. OTPDC Page 10 of 12 CA24-27 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Staff Report Case No. CA24-28 Certificate of Appropriateness Planning Department for Exterior Alterations at 1928 First Street 985.646.4320 | 250 Bouscaren St, Ste 203, Slidell, LA 70458 | planningdept@cityofslidell.org | myslidell.com Location: 1928 First Street (Figure 1) Historic Status: Contributing historic structure within the OTPD Owner/Applicant: Andrew Schwing Zoning: C-3 Central Business/OTPD Olde Towne Preservation District Request: Certificate of Appropriateness for Exterior Alterations New Front Façade OTPDC Meeting: 6/12/2024 STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approval SCOPE OF WORK 1. 1928 First Street is developed with a single-story commercial building constructed Circa 1955. (Figure 2). 2. The applicant proposes to alter the front façade as shown in Figure 3 by: Demolishing existing parapet along front façade Constructing new single-level parapet wall along front façade with pitched roof behind Replacing the existing storefront windows with large multi-lite windows Replacing the existing building entrance with a larger double-door entrance with side-lites in the same design as the new windows Replacing the existing awning with an aluminum canopy with tension rod supports 3. The materials proposed for the exterior alterations as shown in Figure 4 are: The parapet wall will be brick over block, then the entire brick facade will be sacked/smeared in with a white finish Color: Soft White Manufacturer? Color Number? The coping for the parapet wall cap will be prefinished steel or aluminum coping in either black or white finish Black anodized aluminum windows with divided lites and glazing in Solarban 60 Optigray Black anodized aluminum double doors with side lites and glazing to match windows OTPDC Page 1 of 8 CA24-28 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Powder coated black, aluminum canopy with matching support rods expanding the front façade over the centrally located entrance and large windows on both sides of the door. Two light fixtures have yet to be determined. STANDARDS FOR REVIEW 4. This request is for demolition of the existing parapet wall, construction of new parapet, replacement of the storefront windows and primary entrance. It is reviewed against the standards of Sec. 2-216(x) Demolition and Sec. 2-216(q) New construction are considered in this request for a Certificate of Appropriateness: a. Demolition. The existing parapet is out of context with adjacent commercial buildings along First Street. Demolition of the parapet does not negatively affect the historic character of the district. b. Scale. The proposed parapet design, the installation of larger windows and entrance doors meet the design standards for historic structures within Olde Towne d. Materials. The materials proposed for the alterations are outlined in finding #3 with inspirational examples shown on Figure 4. The proposed materials are appropriate. e. Decorative details. The proposed brick veneer parapet and cornice, multi-lite windows, double- door entrance with multi-lite side lites, canopy and new light fixtures create a multi-textured appearance. These details create a unifying effect and are compatible with the context of the neighborhood. f. Architectural elements. The existing building is a rectangular shape structure with a pitch roof screened by a parapet. The proposed alterations provide elements that can be found throughout the Olde Towne area and are considered appropriate. FINDINGS 5. The proposed exterior alterations are consistent with the applicable standards of the Olde Towne Preservation District. OTPDC Page 2 of 8 CA24-28 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander FIGURES Figure 1. Location OTPDC Page 3 of 8 CA24-28 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander Figure 2. Street View (2022) OTPDC Page 4 of 8 CA24-28 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Figure 3. Existing and Proposed Front Elevation OTPDC Page 5 of 8 CA24-28 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander  Figure 4. Inspirational Samples of Materials OTPDC Page 7 of 8 CA24-28 Distributed June 7, 2024 Prepared by T Alexander