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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes February 24, 2025 Page 3of5 Stewart said yes, and that this would help to restore the original design of the house. Haley wanted to note that the extension was slightly offset from the original building. Wilt asked about the position of the bump out, and why it was in the middle of the house. Had some concern about the amount of change to the rear two thirds of the house. Stewart said that the location was due to the desire to preserve a large tree that would otherwise have to be removed. Public Comment: None were heard. Commissioner Discussion: Haley suggested the Commission break the discussion into three sections, one for each resolution. On the landmarking application: Burg said that the property met all criteria for landmarking. Beauchamp agreed, and felt that it would be cool to keep it. Motion to approve Resolution 1, Series 2025, was moved by Burg and seconded by Whidden. The motion was adopted by a vote of 7 to 0. On the alteration certificate: Beauchamp noted the language from the energy code on alteration certificates, particularly on the roofline and plane. Stewart said that they planned on using spray foam in the corners, but otherwise would not have an issue installing insulation in the roof. Beauchamp said that he liked transition in siding orientation. Burg said the addition would not overpower the original house. Anderson appreciated that the original window designs on the front third were to be retained. Beauchamp asked whether there would be a smaller profile siding on the sides and a larger profile on the front. Stewart said that this was a change made in the 1960s around the same time the front porch was added. Haley noted that the changes to the roofline would not be visible from the street. Anderson said that he had no issues with the changes given it was not on a corner lot. Wilt noted that addition would not impact the historic structure. Haley said that it was clear a lot of thought had gone into preservation in the design. Motion to approve Resolution 2, Series 2025 was moved by Burg and seconded by Whidden. The motion was adopted by a vote of 7 to 0. On the grant request: Beauchamp said that he had no issue with the grant amount, and said that it all seemed appropriate. Burg agreed, and said that she was in support.