Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2011 02 07

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HISTORICAL BACKGROUND: Information provided by historian Bridget Bacon The house was built in 1932 as a single family residence. There were 3 primary families who owned this residence from 1932 to 1999: John and Katie Porta, Pasqual and Loretta Jacoe, and Percy and Carolyn Conarroe. The current owner purchased the property in 1999. LANDMARK APPROVAL: The Louisville City Council approved the landmark application for 1131 Jefferson Avenue, by a vote of 7-0, on September 21, 2010. PREVIOUS GRANTS: On December 21, 2010, the Louisville City Council approved a grant in the amount of $7,719 for gutter repair, trim repair and replacement, pressure washing, caulking, carport repair, and removal of ivy (to allow for exterior painting). REQUEST: The applicant, Janice Hoffman, is requesting the approval of a Preservation and Restoration Grant and Alteration Certificate to allow for exterior site and structural improvements. The primary issue is a low spot on the rear of the house where drainage/run-off, from surrounding properties, ponds and ultimately drains into the basement. The current scope of work includes the following (descriptions as provided by the applicant’s contractor): A. – the grade of the back patio has shifted in many Drainage issue on back porch areas creating a negative drain towards the south side of the house. Whenever we have a significant rain or snowfall, the water drains into the house and floors the corner of the basement. Install a sump pump to collect the water. Solution: Estimate: $5,500 B. – the existing concrete Take up, remove and dispose of concrete pathways pathway needs to be removed to correct drainage and install sump pump. Estimate: $820 (Labor=$600, Concrete removal=$220) C. – Two large, old trees on the property. Their Trim trees and remove branches limbs are touching the house. Estimate: $200 D.- Repair, remove and replace roof (including trusses), sheeting and Roof shingles. 2