Board of Architectural Review

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Board of Architectural Review convened on March 26, 2008, at 101 East Vine Street, Room 220, with Clive Carpenter presiding as the meeting officer. The board reviewed eight agenda items, all involving architectural review applications for various properties throughout the city. During the session, the board took eight votes on motions related to these applications, with six properties receiving approval and two items being tabled for future consideration. No public comments were heard during this meeting, allowing the board to focus entirely on the architectural review cases before them.

Attendance

The following board members were present at the March 26, 2008 meeting:

• Clive Carpenter
• Terry Hanley
• Eric Wingfield
• Jim Dickinson

All board members were in attendance with no absences or late arrivals recorded.

Votes and Decisions

The Board took action on eight items during the March 26, 2008 meeting, with all motions receiving unanimous support from the four members present: Clive Carpenter, Terry Hanley, Eric Wingfield, and Jim Dickinson.

Certificate of Appropriateness Approvals:

• 245 South Limestone 10:30 - Terry Hanley motioned for approval, seconded by Eric Wingfield. The COA was approved 4-0 subject to the single condition listed in the staff report.

• 125 Forest Avenue 15:45 - Eric Wingfield motioned for approval, seconded by Jim Dickinson. The COA was approved 4-0 with no additional conditions.

• 302 East High Street 20:10 - Terry Hanley motioned for approval, seconded by Jim Dickinson. The COA was approved 4-0 subject to the single condition listed in the staff report.

• 365 Marino Street 30:45 - Eric Wingfield motioned for approval, seconded by Jim Dickinson. The COA was approved 4-0 subject to the two conditions listed in the staff report.

• 408 West 6th Street 40:20 - Terry Hanley motioned for approval of the COA conditions, seconded by Jim Dickinson. The motion passed 4-0 subject to the two conditions listed in the staff report, with an amendment to condition number two.

• 359 South Mill Street 50:10 - Eric Wingfield motioned for approval, seconded by Jim Dickinson. The COA was approved 4-0 with staff condition number one removed.

Postponements:

• 460 East Maxwell Street 60:00 - Terry Hanley motioned to postpone, seconded by Eric Wingfield. The item was postponed 4-0 until the next meeting.

• 611 East Main Street 70:00 - Eric Wingfield motioned to continue the hearing, seconded by Jim Dickinson. The hearing was continued 4-0 until April 9, 2008.

All votes were conducted by voice vote with no opposition or abstentions recorded.

245 South Limestone Street

10:00

The Board reviewed an application for 245 South Limestone Street to install landscaping and hardscaping improvements to the property.

The applicant was not present at the meeting to present the proposal. However, Board member Clive Carpenter noted that a letter had been received from the applicant indicating their agreement with the staff recommendations for the project.

Staff had reviewed the landscaping and hardscaping plans and provided recommendations for the installation work. The specific details of the landscaping design and hardscaping elements were not extensively discussed during the meeting, likely due to the applicant's absence and their written agreement to follow staff guidance.

With the applicant's written consent to comply with staff recommendations and no apparent concerns raised by Board members, the application proceeded smoothly through the review process.

The Board approved the application for the landscaping and hardscaping installation at 245 South Limestone Street.

125 Forest Avenue

15:00

The Board reviewed an application for modifications to the property at 125 Forest Avenue. The proposed work included removing existing walkways, installing new decks, and making changes to building openings.

Lee Dorsey presented the application to the Board. The staff had previously reviewed the proposal and provided recommendations regarding the proposed alterations.

During the discussion, the applicant indicated agreement with the staff's recommendations for the project. No significant concerns or objections were raised during the Board's consideration of the application.

The Board approved the application for 125 Forest Avenue, allowing the applicant to proceed with the removal of walkways, installation of decks, and changes to openings as proposed.

302 East High Street

20:00

The Board reviewed an application for 302 East High Street to gravel a rear yard area. Ms. Williams presented the item to the Board for consideration.

The discussion was brief, as the applicant was in agreement with the staff's recommendation regarding the proposed gravel installation in the rear yard. No significant concerns or objections were raised during the review process.

The Board approved the application for the rear yard gravel project at 302 East High Street.

365 Marino Street

30:00

The Board reviewed an application for 365 Marino Street involving construction of a porch and installation of opening and trim work.

Kelly Doyle served as the key speaker for this agenda item, presenting the proposal to the Board members.

The application received staff review prior to the Board meeting, with staff providing a recommendation regarding the proposed work. The applicant indicated agreement with the staff's recommendation for the project.

The Board approved the application for the porch construction and opening and trim installation at 365 Marino Street. No significant concerns or objections were raised during the discussion, and the matter proceeded smoothly to approval.

408 West 6th Street

40:00

The Board reviewed an application for 408 West 6th Street involving the demolition of an existing garage and construction of a new garage, along with installation of landscaping and hardscape improvements.

Joseph Hillemeier served as a key speaker during the discussion of this agenda item. The application encompassed multiple components of property improvement, focusing primarily on garage replacement and site enhancements through new landscaping and hardscape elements.

During the review process, the applicant demonstrated willingness to collaborate with city staff regarding any conditions that might be attached to the project approval. This cooperative approach appeared to facilitate the Board's consideration of the application.

The Board ultimately approved the application for 408 West 6th Street, allowing the applicant to proceed with the proposed demolition of the existing garage structure and construction of the replacement garage. The approval also covered the planned landscaping and hardscape installations that were part of the overall site improvement project.

The applicant's agreement to work with staff on conditions likely contributed to the positive outcome, ensuring that the project would meet city standards and requirements while addressing any specific concerns that might arise during the implementation phase.

359 South Mill Street

50:00

The Board reviewed an application for 359 South Mill Street involving construction of additions, a garage, and site work improvements.

Jack Stewart presented the application to the Board, discussing the proposed modifications to the property. During the presentation, the size of a planned porch became a focal point of discussion between Stewart and Board members.

The Board provided comments and feedback regarding various aspects of the proposed construction project. Stewart indicated agreement with the Board's observations and suggestions, demonstrating a collaborative approach to addressing any concerns raised during the review process.

The application encompassed multiple components of property improvement, including structural additions to the existing building, construction of a new garage, and associated site work to accommodate these changes.

Following the discussion and Stewart's acknowledgment of the Board's input, the application was approved, allowing the proposed construction work to proceed as presented.

460 East Maxwell Street

60:00

The Board considered an application for 460 East Maxwell Street involving the creation of a second floor rear deck.

The item was postponed without substantive discussion and will be taken up at the next Board meeting. No key speakers were identified for this agenda item, and no specific concerns or debates were recorded during this portion of the meeting.

The outcome was that the matter was tabled until the following meeting.

611 East Main Street

70:00

The Board discussed an application for 611 East Main Street during the March 26, 2008 meeting. The item was tabled to allow the applicant additional time to address conditions and concerns raised by staff.

The application was continued rather than decided at this meeting, indicating that staff had identified issues requiring resolution before the Board could move forward with consideration. The specific nature of the staff conditions and concerns was not detailed in the available meeting materials.

Outcome: • Application tabled to allow applicant to address staff conditions and concerns • Item to be reconsidered at a future meeting once applicant responds to staff requirements

The Board's decision to continue the application suggests a collaborative approach to addressing any outstanding issues before final consideration of the proposal.