Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 10 20

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes September 25, 2014 Page 4 of 8 Watson stated it is best if applicants can stay in the design phase at this point so more recommendations can be given. Commissioner Comments Watson recommends talking about the landmark request first. La Grave feels this structure complies with the landmarking criteria as it currently sits, but does not believe in certificate of appropriateness. He stated he is appreciative of the owners looking at the landmarking and preservation program. He is primarily concerned in staff's presentation pointing out the addition as being part of consistent attributes of Louisville structures. He is concerned about how much of the existing structure will remain after the renovation and whether the grant money will be well spent. Echohawk states she agrees with La Grave's concerns. She states she is concerned about what portions of the house will not be landmarked. She asked Johnson some specific questions about his proposed design, so she can understand the proposed modifications. She asked if there were any neighbors showing any concerns of scale Cindy stated there have not been any concerns received from the neighbors. La Grave stated his issue is not the height, but what the height does to the existing structure. He asked staff if the landmark application as to landmark a specific portion of the structure. Trice stated yes, the front portion. La Grave stated he did not like the idea of only landmarking a portion of the structure. Haley stated she likes how portions of the house have been retained and that the applicants are wanting to restore the house back to a certain significance. She agrees from Lafayette the house is stark, but the portion of the house they are saving is significant. She stated she recommends landmarking with the addition in the back. Watson stated he doesn't believe we don't need to designate the whole building. He states he is supportive of the landmark, grant and alteration. La Grave thinks there are alternatives to this proposal and the current proposal loses too much of the existing structure. Watson stated he would much rather have a section of this building preserved rather than losing the structure. La Grave stated he appreciates saving the structure, but still feels as though the house is still losing too much. He stated he does not feel as though the landmarking criteria is met.