Historic Preservation Commission

TOWN OF SWANSBORO HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES May 16, 2023 Call to Order The meeting of Swansboro Historic Preservation Commission was called to order at 5:30 PM. Board members in attendance Kim Kingrey, Christina Ramsey, Jonathan McDaniel, Ed Binanay. alternate Gregg Casper, alternate member Eric Young. Elaine Justice was absent. Approval of Minutes On a motion by Christina Ramsey, seconded by Kim Kingrey the April 18, 2023, regular meeting minutes were unanimously approved. Business A. Certificate of Appropriateness/222 Elm Street The public hearing was opened at 5:34 PM. Ed Binanay recused himself and Alternate Eric Young was seated in order to hear Certificate of Appropriateness for Mr. Binanay’s property. Rebecca Brehmer, Projects/Planning Coordinator presented the board with the owners’ request for removal of an overgrown tree (over 8” in diameter) in front of their home. Cynthia Binanay, owner of the property stated the reason for the request was due to the tree becoming a source of concern with its roots burrowing and growing into the home’s foundation. The tree is also obstructing the electrical wire outside. The public hearing was closed at 5:36 PM. On a motion by Kim Kingrey and seconded by Christina Ramsey COA 2023-05 was unanimously approved based on the criteria from the UDO Section 8 Foundations. SECTION 8 FOUNDATIONS. 8.1 Foundations - Standards 1) Retain and preserve original and historic foundations and related elements wherever possible, including pier size, vents, grilles, lattice, materials, and other significant details. 2) Retain and preserve existing historic materials wherever possible, rather than replace. For repairs or rebuilding, select new brick, mortar, ballast stones, and other materials to match the historic materials as closely as possible in all respects. 3) New vents or access doors should be centered between piers. Use inconspicuous vents, such as black iron or dark plastic, rather than unpainted aluminum. Locate access doors and other new openings in areas not visible from public view. 4) For infilling between existing brick piers, construct a curtain wall that is recessed approximately 1" to 2" back from the outer face of the piers so the original piers stand out; use this treatment for both old and new foundations. Flush foundations and infill are not appropriate. Page 1 of 14 Concrete block may be used only if covered with a veneer of brick or sand-finished stucco. Leave foundations under porches open wherever possible to promote air circulation to prevent rot and deterioration; use wood lattice or grilles to enclose. 5) Wood grilles or lattice are appropriate infill if compatible with the period or style of the structure. Stock or lightweight wood lattice is not appropriate in areas in the public view. 6) Existing unpainted historic foundations should not be painted. Previously painted foundations should be repainted an appropriate color, such as white or whitewash, dark green, or brick red. Avoid removing paint from a previously painted foundation. (See Brickwork and Masonry standards). 7) Locate new utilities and mechanical equipment such as package unit furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioning coils at the rear or other area not seen from public view. Utilities should never be located at the front of a structure or site. Provide screening with plantings, fences, or paint treatments. Review of Staff Approvals Rebecca Brehmer, Projects/Planning Coordinator reviewed the following staff approvals. - 106 S. Walnut Street replace siding on the front of garage with same wood material, siding, and paint color, as the house. QUASI-Judicial Development Decisions Planner Andrea Correll, Presented The UNC School of government Development Decisions Power Point attached herein as Attachment A. Chairman/Board Thoughts/Staff Comments: Andrea Correll, Planner informed the board that the workshop that John Wood presented on April 22, 2023, concerning window restoration was very informative and it was a success. The board received educational credit. The Board members were interested and would like to be informed if he has any other workshops in the area. Board comments - Kim Kingrey would like to continue to update the ordinance, for example on disallowing palm trees, vinyl windows, etc. - Kim Kingrey requested that anyone that would like to speak on a case needs to be instructed that their information must be factual, and a time limit be placed on how long someone would be able to speak. Public Comments None Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:35 PM. Page 2 of 14 Attachment A Page 3 of 14 Attachment A Page 4 of 14 Attachment A Page 5 of 14 Attachment A Page 6 of 14 Attachment A Page 7 of 14 Attachment A Page 8 of 14 Attachment A Page 9 of 14 Attachment A Page 10 of 14 Attachment A Page 11 of 14 Attachment A Page 12 of 14 Attachment A Page 13 of 14 Attachment A Page 14 of 14