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55 N. Ovaitt (Historic District)
Addition (Enclosure of existing porch)
Submitted by Chris Lachman, CSL Consulting
a) Staff notes the applicant is proposing to enclose with windows the existing open porch on the N. Oviatt side of the house.
b) The Preservation Briefs speaks on historic porches and states “If a porch enclosure is being considered, its significance and location - as well as the nature of the planned enclosure - play key roles in whether it can be done without changing the porch’s and building’s historic character. While it is almost never appropriate to enclose a front porch on a historic building to create interior space, enclosing a less prominent porch on a less visible elevation could have less impact.” Staff notes this porch is on an addition that was put on in the 90’s; however, question the design and if it is appropriate for a visible porch in the Historic District.
c) Submit specification cut sheets on the windows, doors, and siding detail.
d) Question the aesthetics of the porch when the windows are open.
e) Staff suggests the AHBR take this meeting to understand the project, ask questions, set up a site visit and request assistance from the Historic Consultant.