Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 09 15

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes August 18, 2014 Page 5 of 9 Watson made a motion to approve the request requiring front window found in Page 100 and wood frame windows. Fahey seconded the motion. Stewart recommended staff further review the construction drawings to make sure the condition of the resolution is met. Motion approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING — 1013 Jefferson, Grant Watson asked for ex parte communication or conflicts. Trice presented staffs report. She stated the landmark was approved in 2013. She added the applicant has received several bids for the windows and stated staff recommends the craftsman style, Sierra Pacific wood windows. She stated the applicant will be doing the trim work. She stated the $6,209.39 with a 15% contingency. She added this work will also require an Alteration Certificate. Based on the criteria for an Alteration Certificate, staff recommends approval. Watson asked of the extra windows on the house, does staff know how big the existing windows are. He is worried the Sierra Pacific will run too narrow and thin. Trice stated the existing windows are "ghost windows" or fixed modern windows. Fahey asked for the period of significance. Trice stated it would be the 1920's. Stewart asked which window goes where, based on the plan. Discussion ensued regarding the details of the existing windows and what Sierra Pacific windows would bring, or not bring, to the structure. Watson asked what staff meant by double awning. Trice stated it is term referring to the interior view. Applicant Presentation Derek Greene, property owner, presented. He stated none of the windows in the house are from the 1906 structure. He stated there are windows from the 1950's and none of the operable windows operate. Stewart asked if there was any thought of replacing the windows with windows of a specific period. Greene said it is more of a cost issue than anything else.