Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2020 03 16 CANCELLED

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features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided. No southeast corner of the house will change the historic character and integrity of the property. 8. c. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken. The proposed rear addition is compatible with the historic portion of the structure but also distinguishable due to material changes and location to the side and rear. The proposed gazebo on the south side of the addition extends beyond the footprint of the original house/porch, therefore increasing its visibility. The changes proposed for the front facade will affect the look and feel of the historic structure. The current window and door placement is typical of other historic structure from this era in Louisville. Modifying the size of the openings and location creates a false sense of history. 8. d. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. Yes Partial The proposed changes to the rear addition (removal and replacement) result in the removal of historic materials but were added to the property after the end of the Period of Significance in Louisville (1955). 8. e. Distinctive features, finishes and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property shall be preserved. When possible, original woodwork (particularly on the porch) will be repaired and retained. When not possible, like materials will be used. The proposed changes to the windows and door on the front facade (expansion/relocation) will result in the loss of historic materials and craftsmanship that define historic construction. 8. f. Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. When the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in design, color, texture and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. In the replacement of missing features, every effort shall be made to substantiate the structure's historical features by documentary, physical, or pictorial Yes When possible, original woodwork (particularly on the porch) will be repaired and retained. When not possible, like materials will be used. 26