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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes February 11, 2013 Page 7 of 10 Fegler stated it would be a financial hardship, even with the grant money, to keep this structure. Lewis asked when the stucco might have been placed. Fengler stated she did not know. Stewart remembered another similar house that was stucco’d prior to 1948. Stewart stated the house did have architectural integrity and stated he believed the garage added a lot of character to the streetscape. Lewis stated she believed the house would qualify for a landmark designation due to social significance and age of structure. She added the clipped gable is specific to Louisville architecture. Haley stated she would like to see a structural assessment for the foundation. She believed there is enough architectural significance to place a stay on the application. Koertje spoke directly to the criteria. He stated the social history is very good – 90 years associated with the same family. He added the architectural form appears to be complete. He stated the loss of this structure would impact this neighborhood. He added he would like to see a structural assessment to see if the foundation is as bad as stated. Koertje made a motion to place a 180 day stay on this application. The application should be brought back in a month or two with evidence of restoration costs. Lewis seconded the motion. Motion carried 6 – 0. Watson volunteered to assist the applicant. Fengler inquired about the landmark program and how much is available for grants. The HPC addressed her questions. Discussion – Annual report and goals Stewart explained this is needed for the upcoming joint meeting between HPC and LRC. Discussion ensued regarding the list of goals for 2013. Stewart stated he and Koertje will work on getting the packet material together for the study session. Discussion – Loans from the HPF