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HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff Report outbuilding updated STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. One. DATE: October 10, 2011 APPLICANT: Jeanne R. Bonar ADDRESS: 523 East Eighth Street COA REQUEST: Relocation of raised frame shed PROJECT BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTION: The subject property is located at 523 East Eighth Street. The property’s legal description is “The north 82’-3” of Lots 11 and 12, Block 5, Johnson’s Addition to the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas." This multifamily building was built ca. 1880. The 2006 survey form states: “This wood framed, 2 story Queen Anne Style structure exhibits decorative brackets at the cutaway corner, decoration at porch gable, brackets supporting overhang gable and simple arch topped windows normally seen in this style.” It is considered a "Contributing Structure" to the MacArthur Park Historic District. This application is to relocate a raised frame shed (circa 1936) to the rear side yard behind the driveways. The wood frame building will be used as storage shed. PREVIOUS ACTIONS ON THIS SITE: On June 30, 2009, a COA was approved and issued Sara Cosey for the addition of a shed for the storage for a motorcycle. PROPOSAL: This application is to relocate a raised frame shed (circa 1936) to the rear side yard behind the driveways. The wood frame building will be used as storage shed. This building was built ca. 1936. It is currently at the Pine Bluff Historical Museum, but is proposed to be moved to 523 East Eighth Street to be used as a storage building for the owners. It is roughly 10’6” by 15’-6” long and 11’6’ tall at the ridgeline. It is proposed to be placed in the rear yard southwest of the main house. DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 Location of Project 2 WRITTEN ANALYSIS OF THE APPLICATION BASED OFF OF INTENT AND GUIDELINES: The guidelines on page 63 under New Construction of Primary and Secondary buildings states: New construction of primary and secondary buildings should maintain, not disrupt, the existing pattern of surrounding historic buildings in the neighborhood. Although they should blend with adjacent buildings, they should not be too imitative of historic styles so that they may be distinguished from historic buildings. (Note: A new building becomes too imitative through application of historic architectural decoration, such as gingerbread, vergeboards, dentils, fish-scale shingles, etc. These kinds of details are rarely successful on a new building. They fail to be accurate, usually too small and disproportionate versions of authentic ones, and should be avoided.) New construction of secondary structures, such as garages or other outbuildings, should be smaller in scale than the primary building; should be simple in design but reflect the general character of the primary building; should be located as traditional for the neighborhood (near the alley instead of close to or attached to the primary structure); and should be compatible in design, form, materials, and roof shape. 1. Building Orientation: The façade of the new building should be aligned with the established setbacks of the area. Side and rear setbacks common to the neighborhood should be upheld. 2. Building Mass and Scale: New buildings should appear similar in mass and scale with historic structures in the area. This includes height and width. 3. Building Form Basic building forms and roof shapes, including pitch, which match those used historically in the area should be used. Location and proportions of entrances, windows, divisional bays, and porches are important. Also consider heights (foundation, floor-to-ceiling, porch height and depth.) View to west from Sherman Street View to south from Eighth Street 3 4. Building Materials Building materials that are similar to those used historically for major surfaces in the area should be used. Materials for roofs should be similar in appearance to those used historically. New materials may be used if their appearances are similar to those of the historic building materials. Examples of acceptable new building materials are cement fiber board, which has the crisp dimensions of wood and can be painted, and standing seam metal roofs, preferably finished with a red or dark color. Finishes similar to others in the district should be used. If brick, closely match mortar and brick colors. If frame, match lap dimensions with wood or composite materials, not vinyl or aluminum siding. Details and textures should be similar to those in the neighborhood (trim around doors, windows and eaves; watercourses; corner boards; eave depths, etc.) This proposed outbuilding conforms to the guidelines. The trim and glazing will be repaired and the building will be painted to match the existing house. The building will also be rewired to meet code, remove security bars off windows, and provide a concrete footing for the building with adequate strap ties to anchor the building. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS AND REACTION: At the time of distribution, there were no comments regarding this application. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval with the following conditions: 1. Obtaining a building permit. Front and side view of shed Rear view of shed 4 COMMISSION ACTION: October 10, 2011 Tony Bozynski, Staff for the commission, made a brief presentation to the commission. He stated that the commission was provided with a letter of opposition from a neighbor. David Glasgow, agent for the applicant, stated that the building was built by his grandfather in 1936. He stated that the building would be renovated and that the building was structurally sound. He commented on the letter of opposition was partially concerning the condition of the house. His mother has discharged the rental agent that was taking care of the house and is trying to get work done. He spoke of the repairs to be done on the house. Commissioner Randy Ripley asked about work done on the existing house. Commissioner Wiedower asked if that work had received a COC. Mr. Glasgow said that he had worked with Brian Minyard on that work. Commissioner Ripley reiterated to work with Staff on those items. Commissioner Ripley asked about the foundation of the outbuilding to be moved onto the property. Mr. Glasgow said that the area was paved and that the desire was to place the building on the pyramidal piers as they are now and the building would be strapped down to a new foundation. The pyramidal piers are the original foundation. They continued to discuss setbacks for that zoning category. The building is proposed to be located according to setbacks. Mr. Glasgow said that the broken glass will be replaced in the windows and that the security bars would be removed. All bars would be removed from the doors. There will not be a porch or a stop. Commissioner Vanlandingham asked about the gooseneck light. Mr. Glasgow stated that they wanted to have the fixture rewired and keep the light on the structure. The foundation was discussed. Commissioner Vanlandingham stated that the pyramidal foundation made the building look temporary. Commissioner Ripley agreed. Mr. Glasgow stated that the foundation could be revisited. Commissioner Ripley suggested some screening, wall, masonry, etc. Commissioner Wiedower stated that a lot of the outbuildings in the district are not visible from the street. She asked if the tenants were able to drive around the building and exit onto the other street. He stated that the tenants are not able to do that. She stated that it would be visible from the streets. It was discussed and discovered that most of the outbuilding would be blocked from view from Sherman Street but would be visible from Eighth Street. Commissioner Ripley asked if all of the area was paved. Mr. Glasgow stated that it was, but in various pours and levels. Commissioner Ripley asked where the property was located associated with the letter of opposition. It is the property to the south. Commissioner Vanlandingham stated that an open foundation on the building could lead to unwanted people being under the outbuilding. Mr. Glasgow commented that lattice could be used to keep that area secure. Debra Weldon clarified with the applicant that he was going to enclose the foundation with lattice. He stated that he was an architect and that the details could be worked out to place the lattice screening in the foundation. 5 Commissioner Ripley made a motion to approve the application with the conditions of square masonry piers with some sort of screening between them, either lattice, louvered venting, etc. and including staff recommendation. Mr. Bozynski stated that the applicant is to work with Brian Minyard on the details of the foundation. Commissioner Vanlandingham seconded. The motion passed with 4 ayes, 1 recusal (Peters), 1 absent and one open position. 6 Application 7 Cover Letter 8 Cover Letter continued 9 Site Plan xxx, 2010 Jeanne R. Bonar ggg Little Rock, Arkansas 72hhh Dear Mr. Jeanne R. Bonar, Your application for Relocation of raised frame shed , at 523 East Eighth Street will be heard before the Historic District Commission on October 10, 2011. The hearing will be held in the Board Room at City Hall at 500 West Markham on the second floor. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. Your amendment will be item One on the agenda. You or your agent must be present in order for the item to be heard. The application states that “A description of materials for all exterior surfaces to be used including but not limited to foundations, walls, windows, doors, roof and exterior surfaces and details including sizes, manufacturer, model number and color.” The following information will need to be submitted to Staff by ___________ to complete your submittals for the filing. If you are not including any of the items below, please respond with “not applicable”. Foundation: List materials, finishes, and height. Steps to house: List materials and finishes and provide sketch of finished steps. Provide materials and finishes and provide sketch of handrails. Walls: Your cover letter states Hardie Board. Please state model number of siding, orientation, and finish. Also, state size, material, finish, and model number of any trim boards around doors and windows. Siding and trim boards need to be shown on the drawings. Include floor to ceiling height on all floors and porches. Windows: Specify brand, model number, finish, and size for all windows. Doors: Specify brand, model number, finish, and size for all exterior doors. Lighting: Specify location, brand, model number, finish, and size for all exterior lighting either affixed to house, garage, or freestanding. DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 11 Gutters: Show locations of gutters on elevations with size and materials of guttering and downspouts. Mechanical Systems: State location of any exterior air conditioning/heating system units. Satellite Dishes: State location and details on any satellite dish. If not using a dish, please state so. Roof: Provide pitch of all roofs and depth of all eaves. Roofing: Your cover letter states a 29-gauge standing seam roof in Grey. Provide a manufacturer, model number, finish, and size for roofing material. Chimney: You stated that you were not building chimneys on this house. Please confirm. Solar Collectors: Provide details on locations, size, material, and finish. Fencing on site: Provide details and locations on fencing, size, material, and finish. Site Plan: Provide site plan with dimension of setbacks on house, garage, and fencing. Walks/Sidewalks/Drives: Provide information on city sidewalk repair or replacement. Provide information on any private sidewalks and vehicular drive/parking pads with size, materials, and finish. Landscaping: Provide details on any wall, planting bed border, or any other fixed inert building material used in permanent landscaping structures. Elevations: Submit dimensioned elevations for height and width of all elevations. Garage: Provide all information listed above for garage. Signage: Provide details on locations, size, material, and finish of all signs. The above list was generated from pages 61 -71 in the MacArthur Park Historic District Guidelines for Rehabilitation and New Construction August 2010. Failure to provide all information requested above in a complete manner before 5:00 pm _________, will result in a Staff recommendation of Deferral on this application. Sincerely, Brian Minyard Planner II 12 xxx, 2010 Jeanne R. Bonar ggg Little Rock, Arkansas 72hhh Dear Mr./Mrs. Jeanne R. Bonar, Enclosed is a copy of your item that is a part of the agenda for the October 10, 2011 Little Rock Historic District Commission meeting. The Staff recommendation is approval/denial with conditions. If there are any questions, please call me. Sincerely, Brian Minyard Planner II DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 13 xxx, 2010 Jeanne R. Bonar ggg Little Rock, Arkansas 72hhh Re: Relocation of raised frame shed Dear Mr./Ms. Jeanne R. Bonar, The Little Rock Historic District Commission has reviewed the Relocation of raised frame shed Relocation of raised frame shed at the October 10, 2011 meeting. The Little Rock Historic District Commission has approved/denied your Certificate of Appropriateness of the Relocation of raised frame shed . The final vote was _ ayes, _ noes and _ recusals. Enclosed is your Certificate of Appropriateness. The original (printed on blue paper) should be kept with your important papers. I have also enclosed a copy for your use. Thank you, Brian Minyard Planner II DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 14 ____________, 2011 Dear Sir or Madam: The item at 523 East Eighth Street for Relocation of raised frame shed , that was heard before the Historic District Commission on October 10, 2011 was deferred at that meeting to the September 12, 2011 hearing. The hearing will be held in the Board Room at City Hall at 500 West Markham on the second floor. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. You were previously notified via certified mail of this application. The staff report should be online at the following link one week in a dvance of the hearing: http://littlerock.org/CityDepartments/PlanningAndDevelopment/subsection.aspx?PageID=70 Thank you, Brian Minyard Planner II DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435