City of Hudson, Ohio  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
Architectural & Historic Board of Review  
John Caputo, Chair  
Allyn Marzulla, Vice Chair  
John Workley, Secretary  
John Funyak  
Françoise Massardier-Kenney  
William Ray  
Karl Wetzel  
Nicholas Sugar, City Planner  
Amanda Krickovich, Associate Planner  
Wednesday, April 24, 2024  
7:30 PM  
Town Hall  
27 East Main Street  
Call to Order  
Chair Caputo called to order the regularly scheduled meeting of the Architectural & Historic  
Board of Review of the City of Hudson at 7:30 p.m., in accordance with the Sunshine Laws of  
the State of Ohio, O.R.C. Section 121.22.  
II.  
Roll Call  
Present: 5 -  
Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
Mr. Funyak and Mr. Workley  
Absent: 2 -  
III.  
IV.  
Public Comment  
Chair Caputo opened the meeting to public comments for anyone wanting to address the  
Board. There were no comments.  
Consent Applications  
A motion was made by Ms. Kenney, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, to approve the Consent  
Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
AHBR 24-287  
AHBR 24-343  
15 High Street (Historic District)  
Alteration (Shingle Replacement)  
Attachments:  
15 High Street AHBR Packet  
This AHBR application was approved on the Consent Agenda.  
2361 Leeway Drive  
Accessory Structure (Pavilion)  
Attachments:  
2361 Leeway Dr. AHBR Packet  
This AHBR application was approved on the Consent Agenda.  
AHBR 24-311  
7631 Bendleton Drive  
Alteration (Window Replacement)  
Attachments:  
7631 Bendleton Drive AHBR Packet  
This AHBR application was approved on the Consent Agenda.  
V.  
Old Business  
AHBR 24-135  
1727 Mayflower Lane  
Addition (Attached Garage)  
Attachments:  
1727 Mayflower Ln. AHBR Packet 4.24.24 Meeting  
1727 Mayflower Lane AHBR Packet 4.10.24 Meeting  
1727 Mayflower Lane AHBR Packet 2.28 Meeting  
Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by noting the proposal was previously before  
AHBR, explained the revisions, and reviewed the staff comments and recommendations.  
Mr. Jeff Raggets, applicant, and the Board discussed since the submitted elevations do not  
match the description, the Board cannot see what the finished project will look like. The  
Board also discussed the second story living space above the attached garage and applicant  
also discussed the height of the proposed door and that Mr. Raggets is requesting the  
exceptional circumstances exception be invoked by the Board to allow this door.  
The Board noted that a front facing garage door is not permitted, the submitted elevations do  
not show an acceptable look, and that the application as is, does not warrant granting an  
exception.  
Ms. Marzulla made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ray, to deny the application based on  
the Architectural Design Standards which state, "New buildings and alterations shall  
respect the existing context and framework. The design on any building shall be judged  
in reference to its site and character of the surroundings, not as an independent object."  
The Architectural Design Standards also state, "Attached garages shall not face the  
street except for new developments with a front yard depth of 130 feet or more" The  
motion to deny was approved by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
AHBR 24- 195  
172 Aurora Street (Historic District)  
Alteration, Addition & Accessory Structures  
Attachments:  
172 Aurora Street AHBR Packet 5.8.24 Meeting  
172 Aurora Perspectus Report  
172 Aurora Street AHBR Packet 4.10.24 Meeting  
Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying the elevations, noting a site visit was  
conducted by the Board and the historic consultant, and reviewing the revision applicant  
submitted by the applicant.  
Mr. Justin Kapela, J Kapela Design, and Mr. Dave Morehead, homeowner, noted agreement  
with the staff report items: Reusing the existing siding, trim and shutters whenever possible,  
leaving the 1913 addition as is, and rebuilding the east wall to look as it exists presently. Mr.  
Sugar noted the difficulty of monitoring the assessment of the wood to be removed and  
reinstalled. Mr. Kapela explained the process to be used for siding removal and a willingness  
to work with City staff in the evaluation and restoration process.  
The Board, applicant and staff discussed the applicant and staff working together on the  
siding process, the need for sheathing to be installed for the long-term good of the structure,  
that parts of the siding are not historic, and that the work must be done with care to preserve  
the existing siding.  
The applicants discussed areas of disagreement with the historic consultant: 1) The need to  
replace the windows. 2) The style of the windows in the historic photos and what is  
appropriate for the remodel that differentiates the later addition. 3) The movement of two  
windows on the original portion of the house. 4) The additions on the rear of the house, one of  
which was done in the 1970s and will be removed and rebuilt. 5) The number and style of the  
windows on the east side of the rear addition. 6) The existing garage was not the original  
garage and the proposed garage will be an improvement. 7) The style of the pool house. 8)  
The double freeze board on the east side. 9) The windows on the east and west sides which  
are not historic.  
Mr. Sugar reviewed the items to be updated on the drawing prior to the Board voting.  
This matter was continued to allow the applicant to submit new drawings.  
VI.  
New Business  
AHBR 24-345  
30 Ravenna Street  
Sign (Wall & Ground Sign)  
Attachments:  
30 Ravenna AHBR Packet  
Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by describing the sign request and reviewing the  
staff comments.  
Mr. Mark Loboda, Loboda Monuments, described the proposed sign design.  
The Board, applicant, and staff discussed the existing and proposed signs, and that a  
laminated matte finish will be used.  
A motion was made by Ms. Kenney, seconded by Mr. Wetzel, that this AHBR  
Application be approved with a white background and matte finish. The motion carried  
by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
AHBR 24-325  
AHBR 24-358  
AHBR 24-359  
89 E. Streetsboro Street (Historic District)  
Alteration (Window Replacement)  
Attachments:  
89 E. Streetsboro St. AHBR Packet  
Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying photos, describing the project and  
reviewing the staff comments.  
Ms. Suzanne Kim, owner, and Ms. Cindy Boggs, were present for the meeting.  
The Board, applicant and staff discussed documentation regarding the need to replace the  
existing windows with Pella Reserve windows while retaining all the exterior trim and wood.  
Ms. Boggs also noted that exterior storm windows have been added which will be removed if  
the application is approved and that she believes the look of the new windows will be similar  
to the other existing windows.  
A motion was made by Ms. Kenney, seconded by Mr. Ray, that this AHBR Application  
be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
2078 Ravenna Street  
Accessory Structure (Detached Garage)  
Attachments:  
2078 Ravenna St. AHBR Packet  
Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by noting a variance for this application was  
approved by BZBA on October 19, 2023, displaying the elevations, and reviewing the staff  
comments and Design Standards.  
Ms. Rebecca Pantuso, Pantuso Architects, agreed to comply with the staff comments  
regarding fenestration.  
The Board, staff and applicant discussed: The type, location, and style of windows added for  
fenestration, and the distance of the proposed barn from the road.  
A motion was made by Mr. Ray, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that this AHBR  
Application be approved as amended with a window in the rear peak and two transom  
windows on the rear of the structure. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
19 Warrensburg Circle  
Addition (Second story living space)  
Attachments:  
19 Warrensburg Cir. AHBR Packet  
Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying the elevations and photos, describing  
the project and reviewing the staff comments.  
Mr. Nate Bailey, Hara Architects, discussed staff's recommendation regarding stepping the  
addition back and the alignment of the windows.  
The Board, applicant and staff discussed the setback and alignment of the windows.  
A motion was made by Mr. Ray, seconded by Ms. Marzulla, that this AHBR  
Application be approved as amended with the windows being in alignment with the  
front of the facade. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
AHBR 23-858  
166 Ravenna Street  
Accessory Structure (Detached Garage)  
Attachments:  
166 Ravenna AHBR Packet  
Ms. Krickovich introduced the application by displaying the site plan, noting a variance was  
granted by BZBA on April 18, 2024, noting revised elevation drawings have been submitted,  
and reviewing the staff comments.  
Mr. Temurjon Akhadov, applicant, was present for the meeting.  
The Board, applicant and staff discussed the rear overhang and the lack of fenestration.  
A motion was made by Ms. Kenney, seconded by Mr. Ray, that this AHBR Application  
be approved as amended with fenestration added to the rear and an overhang added to  
the left side. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
VII. Other Business  
Minutes of Previous Architectural & Historic Board of Review Meeting: April  
10, 2024.  
AHBR 4-10-24  
Attachments:  
April 10, 2024 AHBR Minutes - Draft  
A motion was made by Mr. Ray, seconded by Mr. Wetzel, that the April 10, 2024  
minutes be approved as submitted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
VIII. Staff Update  
Mr. Sugar updated the Board on the Comprehensive Plan update process with public meetings  
and City Council.  
This matter was discussed  
IX.  
Adjournment  
A motion was made by Ms. Marzulla, seconded by Mr. Ray, that this be adjourned at  
9:20 p.m. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
5 - Mr. Caputo, Ms. Kenney, Ms. Marzulla, Mr. Ray and Mr. Wetzel  
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John Caputo, Chair  
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Allyn Marzulla, Board Member  
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Joe Campbell, Executive Assistant  
Upon approval by the Architectural & Historic Board of Review, this official written  
summary of the meeting minutes shall become a permanent record, and the official minutes  
shall also consist of a permanent audio and video recording, excluding executive sessions, in  
accordance with Codified Ordinances, Section 252.04, Minutes of Architectural and Historic  
Board of Review, Board of Zoning and Building Appeals, and Planning Commission.  
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