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5 August 1999 Minutes, Page 2
Greer stated that architectural drawings are needed for the proposed work (Note: photos of each
side had the proposed work listed for that elevation). Gordon made a motion that project
approval be deferred until elevations are presented; it was agreed unanimously.
The second COA for consideration was:
Applicant: Raymond Rogers
Address: 1422 Rock Street
Request: Installation of new roof due to tornado damage
Rogers, as property owner, presented the application request, which was to install a new roof on
the structure due to tornado damage. The original roof was steeper, and photos were displayed of
the structure prior to the storm. As the roofing frame system was destroyed by the tornado, a
new roof with not as much pitch as the original was proposed; photos of the desired roof type
were represented by a structure on Scott Street, which is a similar architectural style. The
structure has been unprotected and uncovered since the January tornado.
There was discussion about changing the roof pitch and its advantages. It was noted that the
proportions of the Scott structure are different than the one on Rock. As the application request,
to install a new roof, was represented only by photographs, the need for plans was discussed. A
roof plan or drawing would clarify details for the proposed roof, such as gables, pitch, etc.
Gardner made a motion that the request be deferred until roof drawings are presented; it
was agreed unanimously.
Under Old Business, the requested drawings for 916-924 Commerce were presented
(NOTE: Marratt recused himself from the public hearing). Discussion focused on the windows,
(paned sashes) and balconies and what was preexisting, whether they would be utilized and
whether the architectural plans addressed the originals. There was some confusion in the review
of the plans about the window scheme, the original and the storm windows. It was decided that
staff would confirm what was original, what's intended and the various windows treatments.
There was a motion and vote to defer until more information is available.
Discussion turned to 514 E. 9th Street and the installation of a chain and wooden fence in the
rear of the property. The fence was installed with a permit but no administrative approval from
the LRHDC; it is 6' in height, which is allowed in the rear yard, but does not have plantings and
is not dark colored as recommended. Its installation was deferred until a future date.
The property at 1 Oth and Rock, Archie Hearne's property, was discussed; the vacant three lots
are for sale and advertised as approved for condos. The COA approval last year for the
townhouse project on the site goes with the owner and not the land. It was mentioned that the ad
may have addressed the condo use from a zoning perspective, which allows high density use
such as condos. Preble stated that perhaps, in the future, the LRHDC should be notified if