Landmarks Board

LANDMARKS BOARD AGENDA FOR REGULAR MEETING October 19th, 2020 LANDMARKS BOARD: Steve Martin, Chairperson Tom Kuypers, Vice Chair Matt Barker, Secretary Michelle Beucke Chris Black Larry Muench Jill Ryan Tom Besselman, Council Liaison Mesdames and Gentlemen: On Monday, October 19th, 2020, at 6:00 p.m., the City of St. Charles Landmarks Board will hold its regular monthly meeting in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of City Hall, 200 North Second Street, St. Charles, Missouri. The agenda for this meeting is as follows: Attention Applicants: It is necessary that you or a knowledgeable representative of your interests be present at the meeting to answer any questions the Board may have concerning your application. Failure to provide answers to the Board’s questions may result in your application being tabled or denied. 1. Call to order and call the roll. 2. Consent Agenda (A) Case No. C/A 2020-054(EC). 700 McDonough Street. Charlotte & Frank Clark. The applicant is requesting approval to rebuild the front porch. [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 2] (B) Case No. C/A 2020-055(EC). 1200 North Third Street. Amanda Ludlow. Construct a fence in rear yard. [Frenchtown Preservation District, Ward 1] (C) Case No. C/A 2019-057(EC). 724 Adams Street. Don Johnson. The applicant is requesting approval to rehabilitate a freestanding garage. [Extended Preservation District, Ward 1] 3. Items Removed from the Consent Agenda 4. Sign Permit Applications (A) Permit No. 20-5472. 500 North Kingshighway Street. Andrew Gittmeier. The applicant is requesting after the fact approval to reface two pole signs for the business, “St. Louis Autowerkz” [Commons Preservation District, Ward 1]  2 October 19th, 2020, Landmarks Board Agenda (B) Permit No. 20-5580. 401 Clark Street. Mohamad Yousaf Noori. The applicant is requesting approval for one hanging sign for the business, “Gateway Autoplex” [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 1] (C) Permit No. 20-5581. 338 S. Main Street. Lydia Crespo. The applicant is requesting approval for one hanging sign for the business, “Cozy Shop” [South Main Preservation District, Ward 2] 5. Structure Review Section 400.1180 Purpose The purpose of this subchapter is to protect, enhance, and perpetrate buildings, structures, districts, and sites of historical, cultural, architectural, engineering or geographic significance. Further, protection of cultural assets from demolition by neglect is an objective of this subchapter. Please note: Obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Landmarks Board does not authorize the applicant to build a structure. Building permits are required prior to construction. (A) Case No. C/A 2020-026(SP). 1501 Gallaher Avenue. Tom & Denise Lombardozzi. The applicant is requesting approval to construct a carport in the rear yard and to replace the windows on the main house. [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 7] (B) Case No. C/A 2020-055(EC). 702 South Sixth Street. Jill Ryan. The applicant is requesting after-the-fact approval to construct a rear fence. [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 2] 6. Staff Reports (A) 2021 Meeting Dates & Deadlines 7. Announcements/Report of Officers 8. Approval of September 21st, 2020, meeting minutes 9. Adjournment The next regular meeting of the Landmarks Board is scheduled for Monday, November 16th, 2020 The submittal deadline for the November 16th, 2020 meeting is October 26th, 2020 (November 2nd, 2020, for signs) INCLEMENT WEATHER: In case of inclement weather, please call 636-949-3222 after 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting to be informed of the status of the meeting.  3 October 19th, 2020, Landmarks Board Agenda The City of St. Charles, Missouri fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. For more information or to obtain a Title VI Complaint Form, please call the City Clerk’s Office at 636-949-3282 or visit City Hall located at 200 North Second Street, St. Charles, Missouri, 63301. Agenda posted October 14, 2020 at 2 PM. gmc  AGENDA ITEM #2A STAFF REPORT FRONT PORCH REBUILD 700 MCDONOUGH STREET CASE NO. C/A 2020-054(EC) BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Charlotte & Frank Clark 700 McDonough Street St. Charles, MO 63301 OWNER: Same as Above ADDRESS/LOCATION: 700 McDonough Street ZONING: R-1E—Single Family Residential District EHP—Extended Historic Preservation District USE: Residential MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND Built in 1950 and located in the Extended Historic Preservation District, the subject property is the one-story, brick, Minimal Traditional house located at 700 McDonough Street. The application calls for removing and reconstructing the front entry porch. The new columns will be fiberglass wraps that match the current wood Doric motif. The building itself has been modified over the years and retains little of its historic integrity. The house is not listed in a National Register District and would most likely not be eligible if one were ever proposed for the area. Additional photographs and elevations appear at the end of this report. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.340: “EHP” EXTENDED HISTORIC PRESERVATION DISTRICT D. Architectural review for properties constructed After 1945. Every application for a building permit for construction of, additions to, and exterior alterations of, any building in the district shall be submitted to the HLPARB for review and approval. In reviewing applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness, guidelines established in Section 400.1270 shall be used. REVIEW DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE EXTENDED HISTORIC DISTRICT Section 5.1 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES 1. Relationship of Buildings to Site b. Site planning in which setbacks and yards are in excess of zoning restrictions is encouraged to provide an interesting relationship between buildings. C/A 2020-054(EC) 2 700 McDonough Street d. Without restricting the permissible limits of the application zoning district, the height and scale of each building shall be compatible with its site and existing (or anticipated) adjoining buildings. 2. Relationship of Buildings and Site to Adjoining Area a. Proposed new buildings and buildings to be remodeled adjacent to different architectural styles shall be made more compatible by such means as screens, sight breaks and appropriate selection of building materials. c. Harmony in texture, lines and masses is required. Monotony shall be avoided. 3. Building Design a. Architectural style is not restricted but historically significant architectural style shall be conserved. Evaluation of the appearance of a project shall be based on the quality of its design and relationship to surroundings. b. Building shall have good scale and be in harmonious conformance with permanent neighborhood development. c. Materials (1) Materials shall have good architectural character and shall be selected for harmony of the building with adjoining buildings. (2) Materials shall be selected for suitability to the type of buildings and the design in which they are used. Buildings shall have the same materials, or those that are architecturally harmonious, used for all building walls and other exterior building components wholly or partly visible from public ways. (3) Materials shall be of durable quality. d. Building components, such as windows, doors, eaves, and parapets, shall have good proportions and relationships to one another. e. Colors shall be harmonious and shall use only compatible accents. 4. Landscape and Site Treatment a. Where natural or existing topographic patterns or vegetation contribute to beauty and utility of a development, they shall be preserved and developed. Modification to topography will be permitted where it contributes to good appearance. b. Grades of walks, parking spaces, terraces, and other paved areas shall provide an inviting and stable appearance for walking and, if seating is provided, for sitting. c. Landscape treatment shall be provided to enhance architectural features, strengthen vistas and important axes, and provide shade. d. Unity of design shall be achieved by repetition of certain plant varieties and other materials and by correlation with adjacent developments. e. Plants that are indigenous to the area and others that will be hardy, harmonious to the design, and of good appearance shall be used. 7. Maintenance-Planning and Design Factors a. Continued good appearance depends upon the extent and quality of maintenance. The choice of materials and their use, together with the types of finishes and other protective measures, must be conducive to easy maintenance and upkeep. b. Materials and finishes shall be selected for their durability and wear as well as for their beauty. Proper measures and devices shall be incorporated for protection against the elements, neglect, damage and abuse. 8. Factors for Evaluation a. Conformance to ordinances and the Appearance Code; b. Logic of design; C/A 2020-054(EC) 3 700 McDonough Street c. Exterior space utilization; d. Architectural character; e. Attractiveness; f. Material selection; g. Harmony and compatibility. STAFF RECOMMENDATION The 700 block of McDonough has a mixture of contemporary and historic buildings. Ranging from the early 1930s up into the 1980s, the block lacks sufficient historic fabric to be considered for listing on the National Register. The front porch rebuild will not impact the historic character of the street or the building itself. The proposal calls for round columns to be replaced with fiberglass versions. The project is receiving Federal HUD money to help offset the cost of this repair as well as other interior work. Staff recommends approval of the project as submitted. Recommended Motions: Motion to approve front porch replacement at 700 McDonough Street, as submitted. 700 MCDONOUGH STREET C/A 2020-054(EC) 4 700 McDonough Street PROPOSED FRONT ELEVATION (NOT TO SCALE) PORCH DETAIL/SIDE PROPOSED COLUMNS  AGENDA ITEM #2B STAFF REPORT 6’ WOOD PRIVACY FENCE 1200 NORTH THIRD STREET CASE NO. 2020-056(EC) BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Amanda Ludlow 1200 North Third Street St. Charles, MO 63301 OWNER: Same ADDRESS/LOCATION: 1200 North Third Street ZONING: R-1E—Single-Family Residential District FHP – Frenchtown Historic Preservation District USE: Single-Family Residential MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND Situated on a corner lot in the Frenchtown Preservation District, the subject property is 1200 North Third Street. According to the applicant, the 1½-story, side-gabled, frame vernacular house was built in 1901. The house is a contributing resource to the Frenchtown National and Local Historic District. The applicant is requesting approval to construct a 6’ wood privacy fence in the side and rear yard along Bayard Street. Accompanying the application are fence specifications, a site plan of the property, and photographs appear at the end of this report. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.360: “FPD” FRENCHTOWN PRESERVATION DISTRICT C. Architectural Review for Contributing Properties. 2. Every application for a building permit for construction of, additions to and exterior alterations of any contributing building or structure and for every new structure shall be submitted to the HLPARB for issuance of a certificate of appropriateness. The painting of buildings does not require a Certificate of Appropriateness when colors listed on the approved color chart are utilized. SECTION 400.550: FENCES. 1. General provisions. e. A permit is required for the construction or replacement of fences. f. Fences constructed in the Extended Historic Preservation District or any other superimposed historic district shall require approval by the Landmarks Board. C/A No. 2020-056(EC) Page 2 1200 N. Third Street 2. Residential districts. b. Such fences or walls located on a double frontage lot as defined in Section 400.050, (Excluding Corner Lots) may project into the front yard space at the rear of the building, provided no portion of the frontage along the same street where the fence is proposed to be located is utilized as the principal entrance for the main building of any lot in the block. c. Such fences or walls located on a corner lot and within a required front yard on the side of a property used as a principal entrance to the building on the lot are prohibited. d. Such fences or walls located on a corner lot and within a required front yard on the side of a property not used as a principal entrance to the building on the lot shall not exceed seven (7) feet in height, shall be set back from the property line at least ten (10) feet…. 4. Construction and Maintenance. a. All fences must be constructed in a workmanship-like manner so that the horizontal and vertical support posts are inside of the fence area or hidden from both the neighbor’s and general public’s view. Fences must be straight and run parallel to the lot line. b. No more than two (2) different types of fencing material (wood and chain link or two (2) types of wood) are permitted. SECTION 400.450 CORNER VISIBILTY [R.O. 2009 §156.101; CC 1981 §30-55; Ord. No. 77-31, 7-5-1977; Ord. No. 98-209, 5- 15-1998; Ord. No. 16-287 §1, 12-20-2016] Within the visible area of a corner lot that is included between the lines of the intersecting streets and a straight line connecting them at points thirty (30) feet distant from the intersection of the street right-of-way lines, nothing extending to a height in excess of eighteen (18) inches above the established street grade shall be erected, planted or maintained. C/A No. 2020-056(EC) Page 3 1200 N. Third Street ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE FRENCHTOWN PRESERVATION DISTRICT Chapter III: Guidelines for all Historic Properties Site Planning & Site Features 3.2 Fences and screen walls shall be maintained and in good repair. b. New or replacement fences shall be no more than 3.5 feet in height on the front and sides running along a street. STAFF RECOMMENDATION The proposed 6’ wood privacy fence meets the criteria of the zoning ordinance. The wood fence will not detract from the streetscape or historic district. Therefore, Staff recommends approval as submitted. Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the installation of a 6-foot tall, wood privacy fence at 1200 N. Third Street, as submitted. 1200 NORTH THIRD STREET LOOKING NORTH ON BAYARD C/A No. 2020-056(EC) Page 4 1200 N. Third Street SITE PLAN – NEW 6’ WOOD PRIVACY FENCE WOOD PRIVACY FENCE DETAIL  LUDLOW RESIDENCE EXTERIOR WOOD FENCING 1200 N 3RD STREET ACCURO SERVICES, LLC SAINT CHARLES, MISSOURI 63001 517 HANCOCK ROAD, WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI 63385 G1.0 PH: 314-363-4793 WEB: WWW.ACCUROSVCS.COM  LUDLOW RESIDENCE EXTERIOR WOOD FENCING 1200 N 3RD STREET ACCURO SERVICES, LLC SAINT CHARLES, MISSOURI 63001 517 HANCOCK ROAD, WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI 63385 G1.1 PH: 314-363-4793 WEB: WWW.ACCUROSVCS.COM  AGENDA ITEM #2C STAFF REPORT FRONT PORCH REBUILD 724 ADAMS STREET CASE NO. C/A 2020-057(EC) BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Don Johnson 870 Starlight Drive St. Charles, MO 63304 OWNER: Linda A. Prenger 724 Adams Street St. Charles, MO 63301 ADDRESS/LOCATION: 724 Adams Street ZONING: R-1E—Single Family Residential District EHP—Extended Historic Preservation District USE: Residential MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND The subject property, 724 Adams Street, consist of a one-and-one-half story, brick, side-gabled Federal style house and a 1 ½ story frame garage. It is located in the Extended Historic Preservation District. The cottage was built circa 1881, and the garage itself appears to be over fifty years old. The house and garage are both listed as contributing resources to the Midtown Neighborhood national historic District. The applicant is proposing to re-side the garage, replace its roof, man-door, garage-door, windows and to add a small deck and stair that would access the upper half-story storage loft. Additional photographs and elevations appear at the end of this report. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.340: “EHP” EXTENDED HISTORIC PRESERVATION DISTRICT D. Architectural review for properties constructed After 1945. Every application for a building permit for construction of, additions to, and exterior alterations of, any building in the district shall be submitted to the HLPARB for review and approval. In reviewing applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness, guidelines established in Section 400.1270 shall be used. REVIEW DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE EXTENDED HISTORIC DISTRICT Section 5.1 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES 1. Relationship of Buildings to Site b. Site planning in which setbacks and yards are in excess of zoning restrictions is C/A 2020-057(EC) 2 724 Adams Street encouraged to provide an interesting relationship between buildings. d. Without restricting the permissible limits of the application zoning district, the height and scale of each building shall be compatible with its site and existing (or anticipated) adjoining buildings. 2. Relationship of Buildings and Site to Adjoining Area a. Proposed new buildings and buildings to be remodeled adjacent to different architectural styles shall be made more compatible by such means as screens, sight breaks and appropriate selection of building materials. c. Harmony in texture, lines and masses is required. Monotony shall be avoided. 3. Building Design a. Architectural style is not restricted but historically significant architectural style shall be conserved. Evaluation of the appearance of a project shall be based on the quality of its design and relationship to surroundings. b. Building shall have good scale and be in harmonious conformance with permanent neighborhood development. c. Materials (1) Materials shall have good architectural character and shall be selected for harmony of the building with adjoining buildings. (2) Materials shall be selected for suitability to the type of buildings and the design in which they are used. Buildings shall have the same materials, or those that are architecturally harmonious, used for all building walls and other exterior building components wholly or partly visible from public ways. (3) Materials shall be of durable quality. d. Building components, such as windows, doors, eaves, and parapets, shall have good proportions and relationships to one another. e. Colors shall be harmonious and shall use only compatible accents. 4. Landscape and Site Treatment a. Where natural or existing topographic patterns or vegetation contribute to beauty and utility of a development, they shall be preserved and developed. Modification to topography will be permitted where it contributes to good appearance. b. Grades of walks, parking spaces, terraces, and other paved areas shall provide an inviting and stable appearance for walking and, if seating is provided, for sitting. c. Landscape treatment shall be provided to enhance architectural features, strengthen vistas and important axes, and provide shade. d. Unity of design shall be achieved by repetition of certain plant varieties and other materials and by correlation with adjacent developments. e. Plants that are indigenous to the area and others that will be hardy, harmonious to the design, and of good appearance shall be used. 7. Maintenance-Planning and Design Factors a. Continued good appearance depends upon the extent and quality of maintenance. The choice of materials and their use, together with the types of finishes and other protective measures, must be conducive to easy maintenance and upkeep. b. Materials and finishes shall be selected for their durability and wear as well as for their beauty. Proper measures and devices shall be incorporated for protection against the elements, neglect, damage and abuse. 8. Factors for Evaluation a. Conformance to ordinances and the Appearance Code; C/A 2020-057(EC) 3 724 Adams Street b. Logic of design; c. Exterior space utilization; d. Architectural character; e. Attractiveness; f. Material selection; g. Harmony and compatibility. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Even though the garage is considered a contributing resource to the Midtown Neighborhood National historic District, its architectural integrity has been somewhat compromised over the years. Openings have been moved and blocked down. The siding has been replaced with vinyl, and the proposed T-111 wont impact the architectural integrity of the building. In fact, the vertical T-111 will mimic the original board and batten that was revealed when the vinyl was removed. The new vinyl windows will replicate the original pattern, and the windows will be sized to fit the opening correctly. The current windows are not the original windows. The new vinyl windows will have external muntins. The upsatiars window that faces the yard will be replaced with a small roll-up door to allow access into the storage loft. The removed siding shows that the current window openings have been blocked down at some point. The new steel man door will be a four panel door will be moved to the opposite side of the wall. The new garage door will fill the original opening and will have a similar raised panel design to what is currently in place. None of the proposed work is visible from Adams Street and will have not have an adverse impact on the streetscape or the historic district. Staff recommends approval of the project as submitted. Recommended Motions: Motion to approve the work to the garage at 724 Adams Street, as submitted. 724 ADAMS STREET – GARAGE ALLEY SIDE C/A 2020-057(EC) 4 724 Adams Street GARAGE, YARD SIDE SITE PLAN FOR NEW STAIR AND DECK C/A 2020-057(EC) 5 724 Adams Street REAR YARD ELEVATION 724 ADAMS STREET  AGENDA ITEM #4A STAFF REPORT REFACE POLE SIGNS 500 N. KINGSHIGHWAY STREET PERMIT NO. 20-5472 BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Andrew Gittemeier St. Louis Autowerks, LLC. 500 N. Kingshighway Street St. Charles, MO 63301 OWNER: David Garrison 3340 West Adams St, Louis, MO 63301 ADDRESS/LOCATION: 500 North Kingshighway Street ZONING: C-2—General Business District CPD—Commons Preservation District USE: Commercial—St. Louis Autowerks MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND The one-story commercial building was constructed in 1940 as a service station and is located at 500 North Kingshighway in the Commons Preservation District. The building is not located in the Commons Neighborhood National Register District. The applicant is requesting after-the-fact approval two reface two existing pole signs for the business, St. Louis Autowerkz. The total is less than nineteen square feet which is well below the allotted 40 square feet. Photographs of the building and signage accompany the application. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.1720: LEGAL, NON-RESIDENTIAL USES 1. The total aggregate area of one (1) face of all signs on the premises pertaining to any one (1) business shall not exceed forty (40) square feet. However, if the portion of the building adjacent to its lot’s street property line measures more than forty (40) feet, then the total aggregate area of one (1) face of all such signs on the premises may be increased in area at the rate of one (1) square foot of sign area for each foot of building Permit No. 20-5472 Page 2 500 North Kingshighway Street frontage in excess of forty (40) lineal feet; but the total aggregate area of one (1) face of all such signs on the premises shall not exceed eighty (80) square feet for each business. The total aggregate area of all signs on the premises pertaining to any one business with a frontage exceeding one hundred fifty (150) lineal feet may be increased to one hundred fifty (150) square feet. For corner buildings, only the main entrance frontage shall be so measured. STAFF RECOMMENDATION There are no specific regulations for signage within the Commons Preservation District Design Guidelines. The same can be said for the zoning code which does not specifically reference the Commons as it does other superimposed Local Historic Districts. That being said, standard sign regulations within the zoning code for commercial buildings was used as the basis for review and compliance. The proposed re-facing complies with all aspects of the zoning regulations pertaining to existing pole signage. The design, size and materials for the proposed sign are acceptable. Although busy, the signs do not substantially detract from the streetscape or the district. Staff recommends approval as submitted. Recommended Motion: Motion to approve signage for St. Louis Autowerks at 500 North Kingshighway Street, as submitted. 500 NORTH KINGSHIGHWAY - SHOWING ISNTALLED SIGNAGE Permit No. 20-5472 Page 3 500 North Kingshighway Street PREVIOUS SIGNAGE PROPOSED SIGNAGE  AGENDA ITEM #4B STAFF REPORT WALL SIGN 401 CLARK STREET PERMIT NO. 20-5580 BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Mohammad Yousaf Noori 3737 Neosho Street St. Louis, MO 63116 OWNER: David Nafar and Sara Mir 7 Sherwyn Lane Creve Coeur, MO 63141 ADDRESS/LOCATION: 401 Clark Street ZONING: CBD—Central Business District EHP—Extended Historic Preservation District USE: Commercial—Gateway Autoplex LLC MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND Located in the Extended Historic Preservation District, the subject property is 401 Clark Street. The former service station was constructed in 1937 and is considered a contributing resource to the Midtown Neighborhood National Register Historic District. The applicant is proposing to install a new 48” x 96” (32 square feet) sign on the front façade in the same location of a sign that was approved by the Landmarks Board in 2006. The black and white metal sign will be affixed to a wood structure and then mounted into the mortar joints in the existing holes from the previous signage. Photographs of the building and signage accompany the application. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.1830: SIGN REGULATIONS FOR "SMPD", "HDD", "FHD", "LMPD" AND "EHP" SUPERIMPOSED DISTRICTS D. "EHP" Extended Historic Preservation District. 1. General regulations. a. No sign or graphic may be displayed on a building constructed before 1960 without first obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness from the HLPARB. b. No sign or graphic shall be permitted in the district unless the sign relates to or advertises a business within the district. Permit No. 20-5580 Page 2 401 Clark Street c. Signs shall be compatible with the architecture of the building on which the sign will be located. d. In reviewing applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness, criteria provided in Divisions 1-8 of this Article shall be used. SECTION 400.1720: LEGAL, NON-RESIDENTIAL USES 1. The total aggregate area of one (1) face of all signs on the premises pertaining to any one (1) business shall not exceed forty (40) square feet. However, if the portion of the building adjacent to its lot’s street property line measures more than forty (40) feet, then the total aggregate area of one (1) face of all such signs on the premises may be increased in area at the rate of one (1) square foot of sign area for each foot of building frontage in excess of forty (40) lineal feet; but the total aggregate area of one (1) face of all such signs on the premises shall not exceed eighty (80) square feet for each business. The total aggregate area of all signs on the premises pertaining to any one business with a frontage exceeding one hundred fifty (150) lineal feet may be increased to one hundred fifty (150) square feet. For corner buildings, only the main entrance frontage shall be so measured. REVIEW DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE EXTENDED HISTORIC PRESERVATION DISTRICT 5. SIGNS—NEW OR MODIFIED REQUIRING A PERMIT a. Every sign shall have good scale and proportion in its design and in its visual relationship to buildings and surroundings. b. Every sign shall be designed as an integral architectural element of the building and site to which it principally relates. c. The colors, materials, and lighting of every sign shall be restrained and harmonious with the building and site to which it principally relates. d. The number of graphic elements on a sign shall be held to the minimum needed to convey the sign’s major message and shall be composed in proportion to the area of the sign face. e. Each sign shall be compatible with signs on adjacent buildings or adjoining premises. STAFF RECOMMENDATION The proposed new sign complies with all aspects of the zoning regulations pertaining to wall signage. The design, size and materials for the proposed sign are acceptable. It will be mounted into existing holes in the front façade where the previously approved sign was located, and its installation will not incur any additional damage to the face brick. Staff recommends approval as submitted. Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the installation of a metal wall sign on the facade of 401 Clark Street for St. Louis Autoplex, as submitted Permit No. 20-5580 Page 3 401 Clark Street 401 CLARK STREET PROPOSED SIGNAGE PREVIOUS SIGNAGE  AGENDA ITEM #4C STAFF REPORT HANGING SIGN 338 SOUTH MAIN STREET PERMIT NO. 20-5581 BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Lydia Crespo 520 North Main Center St. Charles, MO 63301 OWNER: Lionel York 81 Blair Place St. Charles, MO 63301 ADDRESS/LOCATION: 338 South Main Street ZONING: HCD—Historic Commercial District SMPD—South Main Preservation District USE: Commercial—Cozy Shop MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND The subject property is 338 South Main Street, which is located in the South Main Preservation District. The 2½-story, side-gabled, brick Neo-Federal style building was constructed in 1980. The applicant is requesting approval to install a new 24”x24” (4 sq. ft.) metal sign. The sign will have a simple black, brown and white color scheme and content-wise it will have the business name “Cozy Shop” as well as contact information. The sign will hang from an existing black bracket and chains, above and to the left of the front door of the business. Accompanying the application is an illustration of the proposed sign and photographs of building appear below. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.1830: SIGN REGULATIONS FOR “SMPD”, “HDD”, “FHD”, “LMPD” AND “EHP” SUPERIMPOSED DISTRICTS A. “SMPD” South Main Preservation District. The purpose of this Section is to allow adequate signage for pedestrian-oriented historic commercial areas, yet at the same time exclude signage which would be detrimental to property values and the character of the district. Permit No. 20-5581 Page 2 338 South Main Street 1. General regulations. a. No sign or graphic may be displayed without first obtaining a certificate of appropriateness from the HLPARB. c. Signs shall not obscure architectural details or features. d. Any projecting sign displayed over a public walkway must be at least eight (8) feet above the walkway. 2. Wall, projecting, window and awning signs. c. Each building within the district shall be allowed one (1) projecting sign for each frontage of a building provided that projecting signs shall not be allowed on any building wall facing Main Street which already has a wall sign. d. Projecting signs shall be allowed a maximum size of thirty-hundredths (0.30) square feet per lineal foot of building frontage, provided that the maximum size of the face of any projecting sign shall not exceed five and one-half (5.5) square feet. e. Window signs are prohibited. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE SOUTH MAIN STREET HISTORIC DISTRICT Chapter VIII: Guidelines for Signs Sign Context 8.2 A sign must be subordinate to the overall building composition. a. A sign shall appear to be in scale with the façade. b. Locate a sign on a building such that it will emphasize design elements of the façade itself. In no case should a sign obscure architectural details or features. 8.3 A sign shall be in character with the material, color and detail of the building. a. Simple letter styles and graphic designs are more appropriate on many of the restrained, vernacular structures found on South Main Street. Permitted Sign Types 8.5 Projecting signs may be considered. a. A projecting sign should be located near the business entrance at eye level, just above the door or to the side of it. b. In general, only one projecting sign per building façade is allowed. However, where the Board determines that the result would be compatible with the District, one projecting sign shall be allowed for each distinct façade module of a building. Sign Materials 8.11 Sign materials shall be compatible with that of the building façade. a. Painted wood and metal are appropriate materials for signs. Their use is encouraged. Unfinished materials, including unpainted wood, are discouraged because they are out of character with the historic context. b. Plastic is not permitted, except for flush, adhesive lettering. Sign Content 8.13 Use colors for the sign that are compatible with those of the building front. 8.14 Simple sign designs are preferred. a. Typefaces that are in keeping with those seen in the area historically are encouraged. Avoid sign types that appear too contemporary. b. Also limit the number of colors used on a sign. In general, no more than three colors should be used. Permit No. 20-5581 Page 3 338 South Main Street 8.15 Select letter styles and sizes that will be compatible with the building front. a. Letters should not exceed ten inches in height. b. Avoid hard-to-read or overly intricate typeface styles. STAFF RECOMMENDATION The design, size, color, materials and placement of the proposed sign are acceptable. The sign will be hung from an existing black metal bracket and will clear the sidewalk by at least 8 feet. Staff recommends approval as submitted. Recommended Motion: Motion to approve a sign for Cozy Shop at 338 South Main Street, as submitted PROPOSED SIGN AND LOCATION PROPOSED SIGN  AGENDA ITEM #5A STAFF REPORT CARPORT/WINDOWS 1501 GALLAHER AVENUE CASE NO. C/A 2020-026(SP) BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Denise & Tom Lombardozzi 1501 Gallaher Avenue St. Louis, MO 63301 OWNER: Denise & Tom Lombardozzi 1501 Gallaher Avenue St. Louis, MO 63301 ADDRESS/LOCATION: 1501 Gallaher Avenue ZONING: R-1E—Single-Family Residential District EHP—Extended Historic Preservation District USE: Residential MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND Located in the Extended Historic Preservation District, the subject property is the 1½-story, Federal style house at 1501 Gallaher Avenue. The building was constructed circa 1880. The applicants are requesting approval to erect a 24’x 24’ carport in the middle of the rear yard. The carport will have six wooden 6x6 posts supporting an asphalt shingled gabled roof. The gable ends of the roof will have a board and batten finish painted grey. The applicant is also proposing to replace all of the current one-over-one vinyl windows on the house with new vinyl windows. A site plan, illustration of the proposed carport, window information and photographs accompany the application, and an additional photograph of the property appears below. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.340: “EPD” EXTENDED HISTORIC PRESERVATION DISTRICT (C) Architectural Review for Properties Constructed During or Prior to 1945. No person shall alter the exterior appearance of any building without first obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Landmarks Preservation and Architectural Review Board (HLPARB). In reviewing applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness, guidelines established in Section 400.1270 shall be used. Case No. C/A 2020-026(SP) Page 2 1501 Gallaher REVIEW DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE EXTENDED HISTORIC DISTRICT Section 5.1 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES 3. Building Design b. Building shall have good scale and be in harmonious conformance with permanent neighborhood development. c. Materials (1) Materials shall have good architectural character and shall be selected for harmony of the building with adjoining buildings. (2) Materials shall be selected for suitability to the type of buildings and the design in which they are used. Buildings shall have the same materials, or those that are architecturally harmonious, used for all building walls and other exterior building components wholly or partly visible from public ways. (3) Materials shall be of durable quality. (4) In any design in which the structure frame is exposed to view, the structural materials shall be compatible within themselves and harmonious with their surroundings. d. Building components, such as windows, doors, eaves, and parapets shall have good proportions and relationships to one another. 7. Maintenance-Planning and Design Factors a. Continued good appearance depends upon the extent and quality of maintenance. The choice of materials and their use, together with the types of finishes and other protective measures, must be conducive to easy maintenance and upkeep. b. Materials and finishes shall be selected for their durability and wear as well as for their beauty. Proper measures and devices shall be incorporated for protection against the elements, neglect, damage and abuse. 8. Factors for Evaluation a. Conformance to ordinances and the Appearance Code. b. Logic of design. c. Exterior space utilization. d. Architectural character e. Attractiveness f. Material selection g. Harmony and compatibility i. Maintenance aspects. STAFF RECOMMENDATION The proposed detached carport complies will all zoning codes in relation to size, scale and placement on the lot. However, the carport is being placed in a middle of the backyard and will be highly visible from Kingshighway, Lawrence Street and North Sixth Street. The applicant is proposing to add an additional 6’wood privacy fence along the Kingshighway side of the carport in an effort to screen their vehicles from the street. The carport itself is constructed out of wood and has a simple design with board and batten gabled ends. Staff would prefer the carport be relocated to the opposite side of the current garage structure on the property in an effort to minimize the visual impact the adjacent streets. If the Board decides the location of the structure is appropriate, Staff would prefer that the side that faces Case No. C/A 2020-026(SP) Page 3 1501 Gallaher Kingshighway have an entire finished wall with 4’ horizontal siding. Staff recommends the carport be moved to the rear of the lot. The proposal to replace the vinyl windows with new vinyl is appropriate and has been approved numerous times in the Extended District. The windows will be sized appropriately and will not need to be blocked down in a significant way as to detrimentally disrupt the appearance to the building. Staff recommends approval of the windows as submitted. Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the replacement of vinyl windows at 1501 Gallaher Avenue, as submitted. Motion to approve the construction of a detached carport at 1501 Gallaher Avenue, as submitted. (Staff does not recommend this motion. If the Board does approve the carport at this location, Staff recommends that the side that faces Kingshighway be finished to look like a traditional garage structure.) 1501 GALLAHER AVENUE Case No. C/A 2020-026(SP) Page 4 1501 Gallaher VIEW FROM LAWRENCE STREET VIEW FROM KINGSHIGHWAY Case No. C/A 2020-026(SP) Page 5 1501 Gallaher SITE PLAN Case No. C/A 2020-026(SP) Page 6 1501 Gallaher ELEVATION KINGSHIGHWAY ELEVATION Case No. C/A 2020-026(SP) Page 7 1501 Gallaher PROPOSED ELEVATIONS PROPOSED WINDOWS  314-277-5952 YOUR PROFESSIONAL-CLASS PRODUCT By Lombardozzi Construction Maryland Heights, MO 63043 Endure EN600 Series 601 - Double Hung QUOTE INFORMATION Job: Lombo Tom/Denise Tag: Tom Order #5453536-1 DETAILS Endure Window - EN600 Series 601 - Double Hung Euro White Exact Size: 34" x 61" Constant Force Roller Tilt Balance System Double DualTech Locks Flat Bronze Hardware INNERGY Thermal Sash Reinforcement Extruded Bottom Screen (White) with BetterVue Screen Mesh Neopor Insulation Sill Extender ComforTech DLA-UV Single Strength Glass OUTSIDE VIEW INSIDE VIEW Sell Price: $895.00 SIZING Air/Water/Structural ENERGY Air ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATINGS Opening Width Range: 34 1/4" to 34 1/2" U-Factor (U.S/I-P) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient 0.05 cfm/ft2 @ 25 mph Opening Height Range: 61 1/4" to 61 1/2" Window Size: 34" x 61" ASTM E 283 0.27 0.21 United Inches: 95 Water ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE RATINGS Egress Size: 29" x 23" Visible Transmittance Condensation Resistance 7.52 psf Egress Square Foot: 4.6356 Egress Meets Criteria: No ASTM E 547 0.47 60.00 Top Sash Size: 30" x 29 1/16" Structural Top Glass Size: 28 3/16" x 27 5/16" x 3/4" LC-PG50 142mph Top Glass Viewable Size: 27 3/16" x 26 5/16" AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-08 and 11 Bottom Sash Size: 31" x 30 1/16" DP 50 Bottom Glass Size: 28 3/16" x 27 5/16" x 3/4" STC: 25; OITC: 22; Acoustic Test Report: f2964.01-113- Bottom Glass Viewable Size: 27 3/16" x 26 5/16" 11 Bottom Screen: 30 1/2" x 30 1/2" Thursday, September 24, 2020 | Due to variances in color and manufacturing process, images shown may vary from final product. | Prices are valid for 30 days. | Terms and Conditions of Sale - www.provia.com/terms MAINTENANCE & CARE FOR YOUR VINYL WINDOW OR PATIO DOOR KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER 1. Small scratches and nicks in the vinyl can occur. These small imperfections can be buffed out with a fine buffing compound suitable for vinyl surfaces. 2. Water can enter into the sill area of several different styles of windows. These windows are designed to capture this water before it enters your home and drain it to the outside. The presence of water in the sill of the window does not indicate a problem unless it has overflowed the window sill and into your interior sill or wall. If this has happened, check to make sure there is no debris in the window sill preventing water to drain through the drainage holes. 3. Condensation is often a result of high humidity in the home. If you have found condensation on your window or patio door, you must take steps to reduce the humidity level in your home by either adding a dehumidifier or using a kitchen exhaust fan to remove water vapors from cooking. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance of your window or patio door is important to keep it operating at its full potential. Here are some important steps to take throughout the year to keep your windows and doors looking beautiful. 1. Keep sill track clean of dirt and debris so water can flow freely to outside. 2. Keep all weep holes free of obstructions so water can flow freely to outside. 3. Inspect exterior caulking regularly and replace when necessary. 4. Clean and check operation of hardware and weather-stripping regularly and repair if necessary. 5. Keep weatherstrip clean of dirt and grit for proper seal. Wash with mild soap and water, rinse with water and wipe dry. Apply a light coat of wax (Lemon Pledge®) and wipe off excess. 6. Determine the source of any moisture that you see around your windows or doors and stop its entry and accumulation. 7. Immediately dry out any areas around your windows or doors that you observe are wet (immediate action is necessary to mitigate any damage to your home). The use of a dehumidifier, fan, or any warm air source will help dry out affected area. 8. Maintain relative humidity at moderate levels. Vinyl Finish: 1. To clean, wash with mild soap and water. Heavy dirt and stains may require stronger cleaning compounds such as a vinyl siding cleaner. The surface can be wiped down with solvents such as turpentine, naphtha, nail polish remover (acetone) and alcohol. CAUTION: as some cleaners may mar or scratch vinyl. 2. Abrasive cleaners will scratch the surface and are not recommended. Hardware: 1. Much like sterling silver even the finest brass will react naturally to the elements surrounding it. To maintain, polish with a nonabrasive automotive or furniture wax. By keeping your hardware cleaned and maintained you will be rewarded with a long-lasting finish. 2. Tighten screws when necessary. 3. Lightly oil as needed. Wipe off excess. CAUTION: DO NOT USE paint thinners, lacquer thinner, gasoline, kerosene or any other harsh chemical to clean surfaces or hardware. and DOORS | WINDOWS WA R R A N T Y SIDING | STONE | ROOFING provia.com © 2020 ProVia P-MK-03055-20 | 2/20  IMPORTANT REMINDER Vinyl Windows & Patio Doors Register Your Product Warranty at provia.com/warranty Endure™ • Aspect™ Or Transfer an Existing Warranty ProVia LLC, hereinafter “ProVia”, warrants to the original consumer purchaser, that under normal use this product will be free by law, a church, a school, a governmental or public authority, the time periods stated in this warranty shall be limited as follows: from defects in material and workmanship for as long as the purchaser owns and lives in the single family residence, hereinafter Basic Window or Patio Door Unit – 5 Year (non-transferable); Hardware - 1 Year; Insulated Glass – 10 Year (glass breakage not “Home”, in which the product was installed. The details of the warranty are as follows: included); Internal Blinds – 5 Year; Screens – 5 Year; and Finishes – 1 Year. BASIC WINDOW OR PATIO DOOR UNIT - LIFETIME TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY CONDITIONS The rigid vinyl in the window or patio door is warranted against chipping, cracking, peeling, pitting, or blistering, for as long as you No warranty herein covers natural weathering or fading of surfaces, torn screening, non-factory applied finishes (e.g. customer own and live in the Home in which the product was originally installed. This warranty is transferable to one subsequent purchaser. applied tints, films or paint finishes), damages resulting from customer applied tints, films or paint finishes, damages resulting from improper installation, abuse, negligence, abnormal or unreasonable use (including failure to provide reasonable and necessary PAINT/STAIN FINISH - 15 YEAR / 10 YEAR maintenance), damage resulting from fire or lightning, windstorms, earthquakes, wind-borne objects, strain applied to the unit by ProVia further warrants the factory-applied paint on exterior vinyl window components against cracking, pitting, peeling, blistering movement of the building, inadequate provision for expansion or contraction of framing members, installation in ships or vehicles, or suffering from non-uniform fading discoloration (non-uniform fading discoloration resulting from unequal exposure of surfaces installation outside the Continental United States, seal failure, if the seal has been subject to immersion in water, acts of God, or other to the sun and elements is not covered by this warranty) and defects in material and workmanship for a period of fifteen (15) causes beyond the control of ProVia except as expressly warranted, whether similar or dissimilar to the foregoing. years from date of installation. ProVia further warrants the factory-applied paint or stain finish on interior wood components against flaking, checking, blistering Condensation on units may occur as the natural result of humidity within the house or building area. This natural result may come or peeling and defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years from date of installation. Damage to the paint from changes in interior or exterior temperatures and does not indicate a defect in the unit. This warranty does not cover condensation, or stain finish caused by condensation and normal wear are not covered. nor frost or freezing from condensation on the unit. HARDWARE - LIFETIME On some installations, caulking is used to seal the frames or trim packages against water or air penetration. Caulking is not ProVia further warrants the moving parts, such as balances on double-hung windows and locking mechanisms in all units, for considered a part of the window or door, and therefore, is not covered under this Warranty. Caulking is normally considered a as long as the original purchaser owns and lives in the Home in which the product was originally installed, if those parts are not maintenance responsibility of the purchaser. free from defects in material and workmanship under conditions of normal use and wear. The procedure for obtaining performance of the obligations of this warranty is as follows: if you believe your unit to be defective, PATIO DOOR HANDLES LIFETIME / 1 YEAR contact the contractor for inspection. If the contractor determines the unit or parts thereof to be defective, the manufacturer at ProVia further warrants all patio door handles with a Bright Brass, Satin Nickel or Aged Bronze finish against tarnishing for as its exclusive option will repair, provide a new product or part of a product after having determined that it does not conform to the long as you own and live in the Home in which the product was installed. limited warranties contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to discontinue or make changes in any of its products. If Patio door handles with a painted finish, Flat Bronze, Modern Bronze or Antique Brass finish are warranted against flaking, the products covered by this warranty are not available, the manufacturer shall have the right to substitute a product that is of equal checking, blistering or peeling for a period of (1) year from date of installation. quality or value. The manufacturer will ship the replacement product or part to the nearest authorized dealer and the purchaser must pay for any and all labor necessary to install such product or part and for the transportation from the nearest authorized INSULATED GLASS UTILIZING SUPER SPACER® - LIFETIME dealer to his/her residence. ProVia further warrants the insulated glass units utilizing Super Spacer in its vinyl windows or patio doors against defects resulting in material obstruction of vision as the result of film formation between the interior glass surfaces caused by failure of the air-tight Any claim must be accompanied by a copy of the Warranty certificate and a copy of the contract evidencing purchase of the seal, for as long as the original purchaser owns and lives in the Home in which the product was originally installed. Small spots, ProVia products. marks, lint, and scratches not exceeding applicable glass manufacturing specifications imposed by Federal Specification 1036-90 PROVIA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES will not constitute defects under this warranty. OR LOSS TO OTHER PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT, LOSS OF USE, OR CLAIMS OF SERVICE INTERRUPTION, FOR BREACH OF GLASS BREAKAGE - LIFETIME ANY WRITTEN OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON ITS PRODUCT. ProVia further warrants the insulated glass units utilizing Super Spacer in its vinyl windows or patio doors against breakage PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE THE REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE FINISH, COMPONENTS, OR PARTS, ALL as follows: (1) If the glass in a properly registered and warranty covered unit breaks as the result of a manufacturing defect; (2) AS PROVIDED HEREIN. IN ANY EVENT, THE LIABILITY OF PROVIA WITH RESPECT TO ANY CONTRACT, OR ANYTHING DONE In the event of an accident in the Home that is not covered by insurance or is of an amount that is within the insurance policy IN CONNECTION THEREWITH SUCH AS THE PERFORMANCE OR BREACH THEREOF OR FROM THE MANUFACTURE, SALE, deductible, ProVia will replace the glass free of charge, for as long as the original purchaser owns and lives in the Home in which DELIVERY, RESALE, INSTALLATION OR TECHNICAL DIRECTION OF INSTALLATION, REPAIR OR USE OF ANY WINDOW, PATIO it was originally installed. DOOR, COMPONENT OR PART COVERED BY OR FURNISHED UNDER THIS CONTRACT WHETHER IN CONTRACT, IN TORT, INTERNAL BLINDS - 10 YEAR UNDER ANY WARRANTY, OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, EXCEED THE PRICE OF Internal blind units are warranted against seal failure and defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years THE WINDOW, PATIO DOOR, PART OR COMPONENT ON WHICH SUCH LIABILITY IS BASED. from date of installation. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion SCREENS - LIFETIME may not apply to purchaser. Further, ProVia will replace under normal conditions of use, for as long as the original purchaser owns and lives in the Home in THIS WRITING CONTAINS THE ENTIRE AGREEMENT BETWEEN PROVIA AND PURCHASER. DEALERS, CONTRACTORS, which the product was originally installed; for manufacturing defects, if the fiberglass, aluminum or stainless steel screening is APPLICATORS, OR DISTRIBUTORS OF PROVIA PRODUCTS HAVE NO AUTHORITY TO GIVE WARRANTIES ON PROVIA’S BEHALF, not free from rotting, staining, or rusting. No warranty herein covers torn screen mesh caused by abnormal use, negligence, or THAT ARE DIFFERENT FROM OR EXCEED THOSE LISTED HEREIN. PURCHASER SHOULD THEREFORE EXAMINE THIS LIMITED other means not controlled by ProVia. WARRANTY CAREFULLY. FLEXSCREENS - LIFETIME ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR Further, ProVia will replace under normal conditions of use, for as long as the original purchaser owns and lives in the Home in PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE TERMS HEREOF. which the product was originally installed; for manufacturing defects, if the fiberglass screening is not free from rotting, staining, or Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so the above limitations may not apply to purchaser. rusting. No warranty herein covers torn screen mesh caused by abnormal use, negligence, or other means not controlled by ProVia. This Lifetime Limited Warranty extends only to the windows and/or patio doors which were originally installed in your Home or other BAY & BOW WINDOWS - 10 YEAR structure as recorded on the warranty registration and shall not be valid or enforceable if you cannot prove that the windows and/or Bay and Bow window frames and roof kits are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten (10) patio doors were so installed. To establish a record of your purchase please register your warranty online at www.provia.com/warranty. years from date of installation. Important Note: Failure to fill out the online warranty registration form will not affect your rights under the warranty if you TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY can show the date of purchase and the location the windows and/or patio doors were installed in a reasonable way. (Your The Warranty on the basic window or patio door unit is transferable by the original purchaser to one subsequent purchaser for receipt of purchase and the receipt from the contractor who made the installation in your Home showing the address is one purchaser’s personal residence provided the warranty transfer is completed within thirty (30) days after the date of transfer of such way. Please keep them in a safe place.) ownership. Warranty transfers must be completed online at www.provia.com/warranty. This warranty gives purchaser specific legal rights and he or she may also have other rights which vary from state to state. NON-RESIDENTIAL 11/22/2019 - 1.0 Where the structure in which the product is installed is not a single family residence occupied by the purchaser, or is owned by a public or private corporation for profit or non-profit, an unincorporated association or other business entity of any type recognized  AGENDA ITEM #5B STAFF REPORT 4’ WOOD FENCE 702 SOUTH SIXTH STREET CASE NO. 2020-055(EC) BY BOB BETTIS APPLICANT: Jill Ryan 702 South Sixth Street St. Charles, MO 63301 OWNER: Same as above ADDRESS/LOCATION: 702 South Sixth Street ZONING: R-1E—Single-Family Residential District EHP – Extended Historic Preservation District USE: Residential MEETING DATE: October 19, 2020 BACKGROUND The subject property is 702 South Sixth Street which is located in the Extended Historic Preservation District. Built in 1952, the one-story, frame Minimal Traditional style house is situated on a corner lot. The applicant is seeking after-the-fact approval to install a 4’ wood fence along the sides and rear of the property. The installed fence is not compliant with the Zoning code in that any wooden or vinyl fence within 10’ of the corner property line must have picket spacing equal or greater than the size of the picket itself. The installed fence was built at the property line along Perry Street and has a 1” space to a 4” picket. The applicant appeared before the Board of Adjustment on October 5th and received a variance to the code. A site plan accompanies the application, and photographs of the property with the new fence appears at the end of this report. APPLICABLE DESIGN GUIDELINES SECTION 400.340: “EHP” EXTENDED HISTORIC PRESERVATION DISTRICT. (C) Architectural Review for Properties Constructed During or Prior to 1945. No person shall alter the exterior appearance of any building without first obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Landmarks Preservation and Architectural Review Board (HLPARB). In reviewing applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness, guidelines established in Section 400.1270 shall be used. C/A No. 2019-055(EC) Page 2 702 South Sixth Street SECTION 400.550: FENCES. 1. General provisions. e. A permit is required for the construction or replacement of fences. f. Fences constructed in the Extended Historic Preservation District or any other superimposed historic district shall require approval by the Landmarks Board. 2. Residential districts. 1. A fence or wall not more than four (4) feet in height, with distances between its pickets being equal or greater than the width of its pickets may project into any required front yard. a. A fence or wall, not more than four (4) feet in height, may project into any required front yard. On a double frontage lot as defined in Section 400.050, fences or walls of no more than a height of seven (7) feet may project into the yard space at the rear of the building, provided no portion of the frontage along the same street where the fence is proposed to be located is utilized as the principal entrance for the main building of any lot in the block. Fences or walls may project into other required yards, provided such fences and walls do not exceed a height of seven (7) feet. c. Such fences or walls located on a corner lot and within a required front yard on the side of a property used as a principal entrance to the building on the lot is prohibited. d. Such fences or walls located on a corner lot and within a required front yard on the side of a property not used as a principal entrance to the building on the lot shall not exceed seven (7) feet in height, shall be set back from the property line at least ten (10) feet. 4. Construction and Maintenance. a. All fences must be constructed in a workmanship-like manner so that the horizontal and vertical support posts are inside of the fence area or hidden from both the neighbor’s and general public’s view. Fences must be straight and run parallel to the lot line. REVIEW DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE EXTENDED HISTORIC DISTRICT Section 5.1 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES 3. Building Design b. Building shall have good scale and be in harmonious conformance with permanent neighborhood development. c. Materials (1) Materials shall have good architectural character and shall be selected for harmony of the building with adjoining buildings. (2) Materials shall be selected for suitability to the type of buildings and the design in which they are used. Buildings shall have the same materials, or those that are architecturally harmonious, used for all building walls and other exterior building components wholly or partly visible from public ways. (3) Materials shall be of durable quality. (4) In any design in which the structure frame is exposed to view, the structural materials shall be compatible within themselves and harmonious with their surroundings. d. Building components, such as windows, doors, eaves, and parapets shall have good proportions and relationships to one another. 7. Maintenance-Planning and Design Factors C/A No. 2019-055(EC) Page 3 702 South Sixth Street a. Continued good appearance depends upon the extent and quality of maintenance. The choice of materials and their use, together with the types of finishes and other protective measures, must be conducive to easy maintenance and upkeep. b. Materials and finishes shall be selected for their durability and wear as well as for their beauty. Proper measures and devices shall be incorporated for protection against the elements, neglect, damage and abuse. 8. Factors for Evaluation a. Conformance to ordinances and the Appearance Code. b. Logic of design. c. Exterior space utilization. d. Architectural character e. Attractiveness f. Material selection g. Harmony and compatibility i. Maintenance aspects. STAFF RECOMMENDATION The installed fencing has received a variance from the Board of Adjustment for its non- compliant spacing/side yard setback deviation from the Zoning Code. While its position at the top of the stone wall that runs along Perry Street does cause an unusual appearance in height, overall the fence does not detract from the historic district or the streetscape due to its position at the back of the lot. Staff recommends approval as submitted. Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the installation of new fencing at 702 South Sixth Street, as submitted. PROPOSED SITE PLAN – NEW FENCING NOTED WITH HATCHED LINE C/A No. 2019-055(EC) Page 4 702 South Sixth Street INSTALLED FENCE DETAIL 702 SOUTH 6TH STREET  LANDMARKS BOARD 2021 MEETING DATES AND DEADLINES MEETING DATE APPLICATION DEADLINES CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS* SIGNS JANUARY 11, 2021 DECEMBER 14, 2020 DECEMBER 28, 2020 FEBRUARY 8, 2021 JANUARY 11, 2021 JANUARY 25, 2021 MARCH 15, 2021 FEBRUARY 16, 2021 MARCH 1, 2021 APRIL 19, 2021 MARCH 22, 2021 APRIL 5, 2021 MAY 17, 2021 APRIL 19, 2021 MAY 3, 2021 JUNE 21, 2021 MAY 24, 2021 MAY 31, 2021 JULY 19, 2021 JUNE 21, 2021 JULY 6, 2021 AUGUST 16, 2021 JULY 19, 2021 AUGUST 2, 2021 SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 AUGUST 23, 2021 SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 OCTOBER 18, 2021 SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 OCTOBER 4, 2021 NOVEMBER 15, 2021 OCTOBER 18, 2021 NOVEMBER 1, 2021 DECEMBER 13, 2021 NOVEMBER 15, 2021 NOVEMBER 29, 2021 *Certificate of Appropriateness (C of A): Any exterior modification that requires Landmarks Board approval. Meetings of the Landmarks Review Board begin at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber on the fourth floor of City Hall, 200 North Second Street, St. Charles. All submittals must include a complete application and sixteen (16) color copies. FEES: Site Plan Application: $50.00 Exterior Changes: $25.00 Checks should be made payable to the City of St. Charles.  MINUTES LANDMARKS BOARD September 21, 2020 City Council Chambers, Fourth Floor City Hall 200 North Second Street St. Charles, MO 63301 Members Present Staff Present Steve Martin, Chairperson John Boyer, Planning Manger Tom Kuypers, Vice-Chairperson Bob Bettis, Preservation Planner Michelle Beucke Grace Capritta, Recording Secretary Chris Black Matt Barker - Secretary Tom Besselman, Council Liaison Larry Muench Jill Ryan On Monday, September 21, 2020, at 6:00 p.m., the City of St. Charles Landmarks Board held its regular monthly meeting in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of City Hall, 200 North Second Street, St. Charles, Missouri. The agenda for this meeting is as follows: 1. Call to order and call the roll. Chairperson Steve Martin called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The Recording Secretary called the roll. Listed above are those that attended. 2. Consent Agenda (A) Case No. C/A 2020-051(EC). 604 Houston Street. Veronica Krug. The applicant is requesting approval to replace windows. [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 7] (B) Case No. C/A 2020-052(EC). 518 North Eighth Street. Terry Hord. Construct a shed in rear yard. [Commons Preservation District, Ward 1] (C) Case No. C/A 2019-053(EC). 1025 South Main Street. Ali Gammons. The applicant is requesting approval to replace a rear retaining wall. [Landmarks Preservation District, Ward 2] (D) Case No. C/A 2020-020(SP). 1001 North Second Street. Bob Lawrence. The applicant is requesting approval construct a rear addition and install a new storefront to a non- historic building. [Frenchtown Historic Preservation District, Ward 1] Chairperson Steve Martin called for a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted. Larry Muench made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted. Tom Kuypers seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. 3. Items Removed from the Consent Agenda No items were removed from the Consent Agenda.  2 Landmarks Board Minutes, September 21, 2020 4. Sign Permit Applications (A) Permit No. 20-4326. 201 North Main Street. Joe Ancmon. The applicant is requesting window signage for the restaurant, “Novellus” [Historic Downtown District, Ward 1] No one addressed the Board. Chris Black made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Tom Besselman seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. (B) Permit No. 20-4677. 524 South Main Street. Jaime Granger. The applicant is requesting approval for one hanging sign for the business, “The Potted Plant” [South Main Preservation District, Ward 2] No one addressed the Board. Michelle Beucke made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Chris Black seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. (C) Permit No. 20-5068. 814 South Main Street. Daniel Silverman. The applicant is requesting approval for one hanging sign for the business, “The Paper Crate” [South Main Preservation District, Ward 2] No one addressed the Board. Larry Muench made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Tom Kuypers seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. (D) Permit No. 20-5069. 335 North Main Street. Brandi Schmidt. The applicant is requesting approval for one hanging signs and three window signs for the business, “The Mocktail Lounge” [Historic Downtown District, Ward 1] No one addressed the Board. Tom Kuypers made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Tom Besselman seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. 5. Structure Review Section 400.1180 Purpose The purpose of this subchapter is to protect, enhance, and perpetrate buildings, structures, districts, and sites of historical, cultural, architectural, engineering or geographic significance. Further, protection of cultural assets from demolition by neglect is an objective of this subchapter. Please note: Obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Landmarks Board does not authorize the applicant to build a structure. Building permits are required prior to construction. (A) Case No. C/A 2020-014(D). 524 North Eighth Street. Cathy Walden. The applicant is requesting approval to demolish a single-family house. [Commons Preservation District, Ward 1] Applicant Cathy Walden addressed the Board. One speaker from the audience, James Wilson, city resident.  3 Landmarks Board Minutes, September 21, 2020 Two motions were made for this application. They are as follows: Motion One Michelle Beucke made a motion to find the house historically significant. Larry Muench seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. Motion Two Tom Kuypers made a motion to find the rehabilitation of the house economically feasible. Chris Black seconded the motion. All were opposed, the motion failed. (B) Case No. C/A 2020-046(EC). 409 South Main Street. Mark Bournemann. The applicant is requesting approval to replace two front doors and windows. [South Main Preservation District, Ward 2] Applicant Mark Bourneman addressed the Board. Three motions were made for this application. They are as follows: Motion One Michelle Beucke made a motion to approve the front doors and transom with the condition they are custom made to fit the existing masonry openings and none of the exterior trim will be wrapped. Chris Black seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. Motion Two Michelle Beucke made a motion to approve the front windows with the condition they be custom made to fit the masonry openings correctly and the new brick molds match the existing. Larry Muench seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. Motion Three Michelle Beucke made a motion to approve the rear windows (in vinyl) as submitted. Larry Muench seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. (C) Case No. C/A 2020-049(EC). 920 North Second Street. Jeff Besselman. The applicant is requesting approval to replace five windows on the front facade. [Frenchtown Preservation District, Ward 1] No one addressed the Board. Michelle Beucke made a motion to approve the application subject to the conditions of the staff recommendations. Chris Black seconded the motion. Tom Besselman abstained from the vote. All remaining were in favor, the motion passed. (D) Case No. C/A 2020-011(SP/D). 324 North Benton Street. Jack Dunn. The applicant is requesting approval to demolish a garage and construct a new one in its place. Applicant is also seeking after the fact approval for the installation of a shed in rear yard. [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 1] Applicant Jack Dunn addressed the Board. Two motions were made for this application.  4 Landmarks Board Minutes, September 21, 2020 Motion One Larry Muench made a motion to find the garage historically significant. Tom Kuypers seconded the motion. All were opposed, the motion failed. Motion Two Larry Muench made a motion to approve new construction of a garage and shed. Chris Black seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. (E) Case No. C/A 2020-021(SP). 711 Monroe Street. Michelle Beucke. The applicant is requesting approval to construct a rear addition. [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 1] Applicant Michelle Buecke addressed the Board. Larry Muench made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Tom Kuypers seconded the motion. Michelle Beucke abstained from the vote. All remaining were in favor, the motion passed. (F) Case No. C/A 2020-022(SP). 211 Perry Street. Matt Baker. The applicant is requesting approval to construct a rear addition. [Extended Historic Preservation District, Ward 2] Applicant Matt Barker addressed the Board. Tom Besselman made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Michelle Beucke seconded the motion. Matt Barker abstained from the vote. All remaining were in favor, the motion passed. 6. Staff Reports Bob Bettis introduced the new Board Members, Larry Muench & Jill Ryan 7. Announcements/Report of Officers Michelle Beucke discussed plans for the 2020 Landmarks Board Awards. 8. Approval of August 17th, 2020, meeting minutes Michelle Beucke made a motion to approve the August 17, 2020 meeting minutes as submitted. Matt Barker seconded the motion. Jill Ryan & Larry Muench abstained from the vote. All remaining were in favor, the motion passed. 9. Adjournment Chris Black made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Michelle Beucke seconded the motion. All were in favor, the motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 6:36 PM. ________________________________ ____________________________________ Date Matt Barker, Secretary