Windover Heights Board of Review

Town of Vienna 127 Center Street South Vienna, Virginia 22180 p: 703.255.6341 TTY 7111 Meeting Minutes Windover Heights Review Board Tuesday, February 6, 2018 7:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS-VIENNA TOWN HALL The Windover Heights Board of Review met in regular session at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 in the Council Chambers at Vienna Town Hall, 127 Center Street, South, Vienna, VA. Mary McCullough presided as chair with the following members present: Susan Stillman, Carey Sienicki, Theresa Bachmann, & Michael Cheselka. Also in attendance were Town staff: Hyojung Garland, Deputy Director of the Department of Planning & Zoning and Jennifer Murphy, Board Clerk. Roll Call Theresa Bachmann & Michael Cheselka are absent. Approval of Minutes: February 6, 2018 Ms. Sienicki made a motion that the January 2, 2018 meeting minutes be approved as drafted. Motion: Carry Second: Susan Carried: 3-0-2 Abstain: Bachmann & Cheselka 1. Request for a Certifiate of Appropriateness to construct a new home at 303 Windover Avenue, NW (Docket No. WHBR-02-18), in the RS-16, single-family residential zoning district; filed by Patrick Ohlhorst, owner representative. Ms. Garland provided the staff report stating that the property is located in RS-16, residential single-family zone. Currently, there is a one-story home on the property built in 1962. The applicant is proposing to construct a new two-story single family dwelling with a porch and side-loading garage. She stated that the proposed application meets lot coverage, setback, and height limitation. Chairwoman McCullough invited applicant forward to present. Craig Patrick Ohlhorst owner of Cloud IX Homes residing at 2307 Hunter Mill Road stepped forward to speak. Mr. Ohlhorst explained that he is the builder on the project and stated that the owners are present in the audience. Samples and elevations were presented to the Board. Mr. Ohlhorst stated there would be slight variations to the design with respect to the columns at the front porch and curvature at the gables. Samples of cedar, roofing, and trim materials were presented. Mr. Ohlhorst stated that the roof will have an architectural shingle and a wood front door in walnut. Ms. Sienicki asked if the garage door will be in a walnut finish. Mr. Ohlhorst Town of Vienna Page 1 Printed on 11/8/2019 Windover Heights Review Board Meeting Minutes February 6, 2018 answered that it will match the trim color of the home, stating that the owners may be interested in a wood stain color. Ms. Sienicki asked if the front garage will be connected by a mud room area. Mr. Ohlhorst answered yes. Ms. Sienicki asked about the intention of the driveway. Mr. Ohlhorst answered that the driveway will have a turnaround area and will be constructed out of pervious pavers. Chairwoman McCullough stated that the left elevation of the home shows a large wall. At their last meeting, they discussed dressing up the side of that home so that it was not a large blank wall. She asked if anyone else had the same question. Ms. Bachmann stated that she liked the detail or break in lines at the front of the house. They may consider installing nice landscaping on that side of the house to help with the expanse of the wall. Mr. Cheselka asked if there are any windows. Mr. Ohlhorst answered that they typically would install more windows. Originally, the plans called for small windows because the floor plan was not conducive to full sized windows. He presented cedar trim material samples, explaining that the house will be predominantly covered in cedar siding. They specifically set back the home bringing the garage forward for less impact on the street. The home will be shingled in Harvard slate with White Anderson windows and the front door in a Walnut finish. There being no further comment Mr. Ohlhorst was seated. Chairwoman McCullough asked if any members of the audience would like to speak. There being no public comment further discussion followed regarding options for changing out the garage door style. Mr. Ohlhorst asked whether the driveway will need to be brought back for review. Further discussion followed and was determined that because the driveway is being installed as part of the building permit for new construction the applicant should come back for review. Ms. Sienicki thanked the applicant, stating that she appreciated the detail and thoughtful design presented in the application. The feeling of the neighborhood is evident in the architectural design and proposed materials. There being no further discussion a motion was in order. Ms. Sienicki made a motion that the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new home at 303 Windover Avenue, NW (Docket No. WHBR-02-18), in the RS-16 single-family residential zoning district be approved to allow the walnut selection or color of trim as acceptable for the garage doors. Any changes beyond will require review by Windover Heights Board of Review. Motion: Sienicki Second: Cheselka Vote: 5-0 Additional discussion followed regarding the driveway. Mr. Ohlhorst explained that he is currently working on stormwater management solutions for the project, which may be handled with a permeable paver driveway. Ms. Sienicki amended her motion as follows: Ms. Sienicki made a motion that the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new home at 303 Windover Avenue, NW (Docket No. WHBR-02-18), in the Town of Vienna Page 2 Printed on 11/8/2019 Windover Heights Review Board Meeting Minutes February 6, 2018 RS-16 single family residential zoning district be approved to allow the walnut selection or color of trim being acceptable for the garage doors and that the applicant may choose concrete with the option of permeable pavers for the driveway. If this option is chosen then the color and material selection can be verified at a later date. Motion as Amended: Sienicki Second: Cheselka Amended: 5-0 Ms. Sienicki stated that the Walk On The Hill will take place April 29th, which is the last Sunday in April, occurring between the hours of 2-5 pm. She invited everyone to attend. Ms. Bachmann noted to Mr. Ohlhorst that if construction is occurring at that time to rope off the area for safety purposes. Ms. Stillman reminded everyone that the Green Expo and Ayrhill Garden Club flower show will also occurring soon. Adjournment There being no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 8:11 pm. Respectfully Submitted, Jennifer M. Murphy Board Clerk THE TOWN OF VIENNA IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3 WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (703) 255-6304, OR 711 VIRGINIA RELAY SERVICE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED. Town of Vienna Page 3 Printed on 11/8/2019