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J. SCOTT STEPHENS, AICP DIRECTOR
C I T Y OF P R A T T VI LL E
H I S T OR I C P R E SE R VA T I O N C O M M IS S ION
AGENDA
May 28, 2020
4:30 p.m.
Call to Order:
Roll Call:
Chairman Langley, Mr. Barrett, Mrs. Davis, Mr. Ferguson, Mr. McCord, Ms. Musgrove and Ms. Teresa Nettles.
Election of Officers:
Minutes:
January 23, 2020
Old Business:
None
New Business:
1. CA2003-01 Certificate of Appropriateness
Alterations-Install vinyl siding; install awning; replace windows
128 Oak Creek Circle
Amee Carr, Petitioner
Public Hearing
2. CA2003-02 Certificate of Appropriateness
Demolition-Removal of existing building
New Structure-Construct a new building
Intersection of West 4th Street and Gin Shop Hill Road
City of Prattville, Petitioner
Public Hearing
3. CA2003-03 Certificate of Appropriateness
Alterations-Replace siding; re-pitch roof; adding columns, rear porch concrete slab
311 South Washington Street
Ronald & Martha Pinckard, Petitioners
Public Hearing
4. CA2004-01 Certificate of Appropriateness
New Structure-Fence
335 South Chestnut Street
Reuben Stephens, Petitioner
Public Hearing
5. CA2005-01 Certificate of Appropriateness
Alteration-Replace windows & replace roof shingles.
100 E Fourth St.
First United Methodist Church, Petitioner
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6. CA2005-02 Certificate of Appropriateness
New Structure-Fence
231 E Main Street
Shawn & Ashley Smith, Petitioners
Public Hearing
7. CA2005-03 Certificate of Appropriateness
Alteration- Rooftop solar panels
115 Maple Street
Thomas Miller, Petitioner
Public Hearing
8. CA2005-04 Certificate of Appropriateness
New Structure-Deck and Pool
216 First Street
Eva Butler, Petitioner
Public Hearing
9. CA2005-05 Certificate of Appropriateness
Sign-New
123 First Street
Brandi Rhodes, Petitioner
Public Hearing
Miscellaneous:
Adjourn:
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CITY OF PRATTVILLE 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 2 MINUTES 3
January 23, 2020 4 5 6 Call to order: 7 The regular meeting of the Prattville Historic Preservation Commission was called to order on Thursday, 8
January 23, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. 9 10 Roll Call: 11 The secretary called the roll. Members present were Chairman Thea Langley, Mr. Will Barrett, Mrs. Jean 12 Davis, Mr. Scott Ferguson, Mr. Joel McCord and Ms. Teresa Nettles. Members Absent: Ms. Kate 13 Musgrove. 14
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Quorum present 16 17 Also present was Mr. Scott Stephens, City Planner, Mr. Austin Brass, Planner, and Ms. Alisa Morgan, 18 Secretary. 19 20
Minutes: 21 Ms. Nettles moved to approve the minutes of the December 19, 2019 meeting. Mrs. Davis seconded the 22 motion. The motion passed unanimously. 23 24 Old Business: 25 There was no old business to discuss. 26 27 New Business: 28 Certificate of Appropriateness 29 New Structure-Storage Building 30
115 East 5th Street 31
Carolyn J. Williams, Petitioner 32 33 Carolyn Williams, petitioner, presented the request for the storage building that is located on the property. 34
35 Mr. Brass provided the staff report. He stated that the main house at 115 East Fifth Street is a contributing 36 structure to the historic district. He stated that the accessory structure was place prior to obtaining a building 37 permit. The structure is located adjacent from the building line that is visible from a public street. He stated 38 that the guidelines are substantially met except that the accessory structure does not match the primary 39 structure entirely. Staff recommended that the proposed accessory structure be painted to match the primary 40 structure and the structure be replaced elsewhere on the lot that allows it to not be visible from a public 41 vantage point. 42
43 Kenneth Chambliss, property owner, stated that the accessory structure is movable and could be relocated. 44 45 Chairman Langley opened the floor for public comments. There being none, the public hearing was closed. 46 47 After no other discussion, the vote was called. Ms. Nettles moved to approve the request contingent that 48
the accessory structure is relocated behind the main structure. The motion failed for a lack of a second. 49 50 Mr. McCord moved to approve the request contingent that the accessory structure is relocated behind the 51
main structure within city zoning guidelines and painted a complementary color to match the main structure. 52 Mr. Barrett seconded the motion. 53 54
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56 Certificate of Appropriateness 57 Alterations-Changes to windows & doors; adding letter signage; deck and rear windows 58
127 West Main Street 59 Jessica Neave, Petitioner 60 61 Jessica and Bradley Neave, petitioners, presented their request for alterations at 127 West Main Street. 62 They also stated that they are requesting to make changes to the rear as well. 63
64 Mr. Brass provided the staff report for alterations requested at 127 West Main Street. He stated that the 65 proposed requested alterations meets the guidelines. He stated that their request for future alterations to the 66
rear was not received for review with this submission and should be reviewed at the time proposals are 67 submitted. 68 69
Chairman Langley opened the floor for public comments. There being none, the public hearing was closed. 70 71 After no further discussion, the vote was called. Mrs. Davis moved to eliminate the requests for the rear 72 property (#Items 5 and 6) and to approve the requests as submitted for Items 1, 2, 3, and 4. Mr. Barrett 73 seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. 74 75
Certificate of Appropriateness 76 Alterations-Replace Awning 77 161 West Main Street 78 Debra Pace, Petitioner 79 80
Debra Pace, petitioner, presented the request to replace the awning on property at 161 West Main Street. 81 She stated that the property owner is replacing the awning and replaced with material that was not removed. 82 83 Mr. Brass provided the staff report. He stated that the petitioner applied for a permit and was approved for 84 the replacement of the existing metal panels on a flat metal awning with bracing. The work extended 85 beyond the replacement of metal panels to include the addition of a metal panels. He stated that the design 86
guidelines require that the material for awnings be canvas or acrylic or be vinyl coated. 87 88 After no further comments, the vote was called. Mr. Barrett moved to deny the request as submitted. Mr. 89 McCord seconded the motion. The motion to deny passed unanimously. 90 91 There were no public comments on this request. 92
93 Miscellaneous: 94 Mr. Brass announced that this would be his final meeting with the HPC as he will no longer be with the 95 City of Prattville. 96 97 Adjourn: 98 With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:21 p.m. 99 100
Respectfully submitted, 101 102
103 Alisa Morgan, Secretary 104 Historic Preservation Commission 105 DRAFT
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Planning Department Staff Report
Historic Preservation Commission
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
128 Oak Creek Court– CA2003-01
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Amee Carr
Property Owner: Amee Carr
Agent: N/A
Location: 128 Oak Creek Court
Review Status and History
Submission Status: First request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for this
address.
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
128 Oak Creek Court - non-contributing structure
erected in 1978 (Autauga County Revenue
Commissioner’s records). Wood framed, two story
attached residential structure with exterior of wood siding
and trim.
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Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition
The following alteration has been requested by the applicant. See the application included
as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Install white vinyl on all fascia, soffit, and other exposed exterior wood
areas. Install shake style vinyl siding over existing wood siding on front
of house.
2. Replace gutters with matching gutter and downspouts.
3. Install 2 copper colored awnings over doors on the rear of the home.
4. Paint shutters to match siding.
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Darrell Rigsby, Senior Planner
Site Visits Conducted: April, 2020
Recommendation: Approval, see analysis below.
Structure is a non-contributing structure. As a result, the
standard of review should be less stringent. Proposed
project does not detract from the existing structure.
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure is a residential properties, the requested alterations were reviewed
against the standards contained in the Prattville Residential Design Review Guidelines Manual. The
relevant sections of the manual are included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at the end of
the section. The following changes are proposed:
1. Install white vinyl on all fascia, soffit, and other exposed exterior wood areas. Install
shake style vinyl siding over existing wood siding on front of house.
2. Replace gutters with matching gutter and downspouts.
3. Install 2 copper colored awnings over doors on the rear of the home.
4. Paint shutters to match siding.
Item 1. Vinyl fascia, soffit, and siding
Item 2. Gutters and downspouts
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Using well-maintained gutters and downspouts helps to protect buildings from water damage. If new
gutters are required, half-round designs are the most appropriate.
1. Gutters, downspouts, and splashblocks should be used and maintained.
2. Existing boxed or built-in gutters should be retained.
3. Deteriorated or damaged boxed or built-in gutters should be repaired.
4. If new gutters are needed, the most appropriate design for hanging gutters is half round. For
buildings dating from or influenced by designs from the 1940s or later, ogee gutters are also
appropriate.
5. Downspouts should be located away from architectural features and on the least public building
elevation.
Item 3. Awnings
Awnings (page 17)
Historically, residents commonly used awnings on their homes. As air conditioning became more common
after the 1940s, awning use declined. Awnings can add historic character to late-nineteenth and early-
twentieth-century buildings while conserving energy. Their use is encouraged.
1. Awnings may be added to buildings.
2. Awnings should not damage the building or its architectural features.
3. Awnings may be fixed or operating.
4. Awnings should be constructed of canvas duck or cotton and polyester blends and may be
treated with acrylic.
5. Awnings should be located above windows or doors or attached to porches. They should not
hide architectural features.
6. Awning shape should mimic that of the opening to which it is attached. For rectangular openings,
a shed form is appropriate; for arched openings, an arched form is appropriate. Bubble, concave,
convex, and internally lit awnings are less appropriate than shed or arched awnings.
7. If cleaning is desired, sweeping the under side with a broom and hosing the upper side with clean
water, then allowing the awning to dry completely, is an appropriate method. Twice annually, it is
appropriate to clean awnings by scrubbing them with a soft brush and soap (not detergent), rinsing,
and drying. Every two to three years awnings may require professional cleaning and waterproofing.
Item 4. Shutters
Windows (page 37)
Windows are prominent building components. They help to establish the rhythm of a building or
streetscape. Historic windows should be retained, maintained, and, if needed, repaired.
6. Historic shutters should be retained and maintained.
7. Shutters should not be added unless the building historically had them and replacements
replicate historic shutters, fit the window opening, and are constructed of painted wood.
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Analysis:
The subject property/structure was built more recently than the fifty year old threshold for historic
properties. It is also located in a block of 1st Street containing infill structure younger than the fifty year
threshold. As a result, the Commission’s primary focus is the impact of the proposed alterations on the
overall fabric or character of the historic district. Given the non-contributing nature and age of the structure,
the Commission should consider:
1. Whether the appearance of the structure is being significantly altered by the proposed change.
2. Whether the proposed changes are detrimental to the appearance or overall health of the historic
district.
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Planning Department Staff Report
Historic Preservation Commission
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
West 4th Street & Gin Shop Hill Road– CA2003-
02
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: City of Prattville
Property Owner: City of Prattville
Agent: N/A
Location: Southeast Corner of West 4th Street & Gin Shop Hill Road
Review Status and History
Submission Status: First request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for this
address.
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
West 4th Street & Gin Shop Hill Road - non-contributing
structure erected in 1962 (Autauga County Revenue
Commissioner’s records). Wood framed outbuilding
covering utility infrastructure.
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The following alteration has been requested by the applicant. See the application included
as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1) Demolition of existing wastewater lift station
2) Construction and relocation of a new wastewater lift station. New lift station will
be relocated to northwest corner of site to minimize disruption of existing
parcel. Aggressive measures will be taken to reduce visual impacts of
wastewater lift station including: 1). Construction of electrical building to match
aesthetics of Public Works Building. 2). Decorative fencing and lighting to match
the historic style fence on the West 4th Street bridge, 3. Minimizing all visual
aspects of the above ground lift station.
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Darrell Rigsby, Senior Planner
Site Visits Conducted: April, 2020
Recommendation: Approval, see analysis below.
Evaluation:
The existing structure will be demolished and a new structure that fits the character of the historic district
will be constructed. The new lift station building will resemble the aesthetics of the Public Works building,
which resembles the historic 6th street train depot. The following changes are proposed:
1. Demolition of existing wastewater lift station
2. Construction and relocation of a new wastewater lift station. New lift station will be
relocated to northwest corner of site to minimize disruption of existing parcel. Aggressive
measures will be taken to reduce visual impacts of wastewater lift station including: 1).
Construction of electrical building to match aesthetics of Public Works Building. 2).
Decorative fencing and lighting to match the historic style fence on the West 4th Street
bridge, 3. Minimizing all visual aspects of the above ground lift station.
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Analysis:
The subject property/structure was built more recently than the fifty year old threshold for historic
properties. As a result, the Commission’s primary focus is the impact of the proposed alterations on the
overall fabric or character of the historic district. Given the non-contributing nature and age of the structure,
the Commission should consider:
1. Whether the appearance of the structure is being significantly altered by the proposed change.
2. Whether the proposed changes are detrimental to the appearance or overall health of the historic
district.
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Historic Preservation Commission
Planning Department Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
311 South Washington Street – CA2003-03
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVLOPMENT
Petitioner: Martha Pinckard
Property Owner: Ronald and Martha Pinckard
Agent: N/A
Location: 311 South Washington Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: First request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for this
address.
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
311 South Washington Street;
1938; One story; frame with stained wood shingle
sheathing; gable roof with pair of forward-projecting
cross gables fronted by windows; porch and entry
between.
Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition
The following alterations has been requested by the applicant. See the application
included as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Re-side exterior.
2. Re-pitch roof and extend roof line to cover back porch; add support
columns.
3. Add a gable and support columns to front porch.
4. Pour concrete slab on back porch to divert water (replace brickpavers)
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PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner I
Site Visits Conducted: April 20, 2020
Recommendation:
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure is a residential property, the requested alterations
were reviewed against the standards contained in the Prattville Residential Design Review
Guidelines Manual. The relevant sections of the manual are included. Staff
comments/evaluations are summarized at the end of the section.
Item 1. Re-side exterior
Basic Maintenance Advice Materials (page 56)
9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not
destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be
differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale,
and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its
environment.
Basic Maintenance Advice Materials (page 57)
4. Where exterior siding has to be replaced the use of siding to match in dimension
size and profile is recommended.
5. Use paints consistent (oil or latex) with the existing paint surface for exterior siding.
6. Keep exterior brick clean of mildew, efflorescence and dirt. Also keep exterior
brick clean of vines, ivy, and other plant materials. Washing with detergents and
water are best for exterior masonry and mortar. Sandblasting, water-blasting and
other abrasive cleaning methods are detrimental to historic buildings and should
not be used.
Item 2. Re-pitch roof and extend roof line to cover back porch; add support
columns.
Roofs (page 31)
Roofs help to determine building style and are important elements of historic
appearance. Historic roof shapes and, when feasible, materials, should be retained
and maintained. Public visibility of modern features should be very limited.
1. The historic roof shape should be retained. DRAFT
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2. Roof-related features such as chimneys, shingles, tiles, finials, parapet walls,
and cornices should be retained and maintained.
3. If localized damage or deterioration of historic roofing materials occurs,
replacement with matching materials is preferred to wholesale removal.
4. If historic roofing materials are severely damaged or deteriorated or are
missing and are prohibitively expensive to replace, dark grey, black, brown,
dark green, or dark red asphalt or fiberglass shingles may be used.
5. New skylights, solar panels, decks, balconies, and satellite dishes should not
be readily visible from the street.
6. New dormers should not be located on primary facades, should be
unobtrusive, and should be in keeping with the historic appearance of the
building.
Porch (page 27)
Porches are one of the most defining characteristics of historic houses. Historic
porches should be retained, maintained, and, if needed, repaired. New porches
should be sympathetic to the historic appearance of building to which they are
attached.
1. Historic porches visible from the street should be retained and maintained.
2. Deteriorated or damaged porches should be repaired and missing elements
replaced. The materials used in repairs should allow the porch to maintain its
historic appearance.
3. If the historic porch is missing, it is appropriate to replace it. Replacement
porches should use materials and styles that are compatible with the building
to which they are attached.
4. Porches visible from the street should remain largely open and unenclosed; if
enclosure is desired, lattice panels should be installed behind porch columns
and railings and should cover no more than one third of the porch.
5. If screening is desired, minimal structural framework should be used in order
to maintain an open appearance. Wood is the preferred material for framing;
anodized or baked aluminum is also appropriate.
6. Wood plant trellises are appropriate for porches.
Item 3. Add a gable and support columns to front porch.
Porch (page 27)
Porches are one of the most defining characteristics of historic houses. Historic
porches should be retained, maintained, and, if needed, repaired. New porches
should be sympathetic to the historic appearance of building to which they are
attached.
1. Historic porches visible from the street should be retained and maintained.
2. Deteriorated or damaged porches should be repaired and missing elements
replaced. The materials used in repairs should allow the porch to maintain its
historic appearance. DRAFT
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3. If the historic porch is missing, it is appropriate to replace it. Replacement
porches should use materials and styles that are compatible with the building
to which they are attached.
4. Porches visible from the street should remain largely open and unenclosed; if
enclosure is desired, lattice panels should be installed behind porch columns
and railings and should cover no more than one third of the porch.
5. If screening is desired, minimal structural framework should be used in order
to maintain an open appearance. Wood is the preferred material for framing;
anodized or baked aluminum is also appropriate.
6. Wood plant trellises are appropriate for porches.
Item 4. Pour concrete slab on back porch to divert water (replace brickpavers).
Porch (page 27)
Porches are one of the most defining characteristics of historic houses. Historic
porches should be retained, maintained, and, if needed, repaired. New porches
should be sympathetic to the historic appearance of building to which they are
attached.
1. Historic porches visible from the street should be retained and maintained.
2. Deteriorated or damaged porches should be repaired and missing elements
replaced. The materials used in repairs should allow the porch to maintain its
historic appearance.
3. If the historic porch is missing, it is appropriate to replace it. Replacement
porches should use materials and styles that are compatible with the building
to which they are attached.
4. Porches visible from the street should remain largely open and unenclosed; if
enclosure is desired, lattice panels should be installed behind porch columns
and railings and should cover no more than one third of the porch.
5. If screening is desired, minimal structural framework should be used in order
to maintain an open appearance. Wood is the preferred material for framing;
anodized or baked aluminum is also appropriate.
6. Wood plant trellises are appropriate for porches.
Analysis:
The petitioner, would like to reside the exterior of the house. Due to its age
(approximately 82 years) the wood exterior has started to deteriorate. As a result, the
Commission should address two main questions with this request. The new gables
should not disrupt the overall integrity of the property or the property within the
surrounding area.
1. Does the new architectural feature contribute or protect the historic integrity of
the property and its environment?
2. Is the materials being utilized closely related to the existing materials?
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Historic Preservation Commission
Planning Department Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
335 South Chestnut
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVLOPMENT
Petitioner: Walls and Son Fencing
Property Owner: Reuben Stephens
Agent: N/A
Location: 335 South Chestnut
Review Status and History
Submission Status: Second request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for this
address.
Previous Approvals: August 23rd, 2018- Approval for replacement of windows
& siding.
December 19th, 2018- 1. Demolish approximately 288
square feet of rear of house due to conditions discovered
during remodel of interior (water damage to roof & floor
supports); 2. Reconstruct the 288 sq. ft. and add
approximately 96 sq. ft. to kitchen; 3.New Construction will
have 4 windows, same size and material as other
windows; 4. New construction will have 1 door at rear of
house; 5.Re-side entire house using hardy board siding.
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
335 South Chestnut;
1940; one story frame house with aluminum and
synthetic brick siding, gabled roof and stoop
Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition
The following alterations has been requested by the applicant. See the application
included as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Privacy Fence- Starting at the right back corner to the side of the house
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PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner I
Site Visits Conducted: May, 2020
Recommendation: Approval, see analysis below
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure is a residential property, the requested alterations
were reviewed against the standards contained in the Prattville Residential Design Review
Guidelines Manual. The relevant sections of the manual are included. Staff
comments/evaluations are summarized at the end of the section.
Item 1. Privacy Fence
Fences and Walls (page 46)
Fences and walls have historically been used to define ownership or function and to
separate public and private space. Historic fences and walls should be retained and
maintained. New fences and walls should use design, materials, and placement that
minimize their effect on the district’s historic character.
1. Historic fences and walls should be retained and maintained.
2. Wood and metal picket fences are appropriate new construction. If wooden,
they should be painted using colors complementary to the adjacent house.
They should be less than three feet tall, and the pickets should be set less
than three inches apart and be less than four inches in width.
3. Cast iron fences are appropriate for 19th and early 20th century dwellings.
These fences should be less than three feet tall.
a. Cast-iron and wood fences are appropriate for front yards of pre-1910
houses.
4. Wood board fences may be located in back yards and should be less than
six feet tall. Flat tops, dog-ear tops, or pointed tops are all appropriate
designs. Fences should be painted to blend with the building.
5. Free-standing brick or concrete walls may be located in back yards or, if not
visible from the street, side yards.
6. Chain-link fences may be located in back yards or, if not visible from the
street, side yards. Chain-link fences should be painted dark green or black,
coated with green or black plastic, or screened with plants.
7. Split or horizontal rail, railroad tie, or timber fences may be located in rear
yards but should be avoided on the fronts of houses.
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Analysis:
The petitioner would like to add a privacy fence 8 ft. tall with a taper. The height
restriction for the Historic District is 6ft. for fences. Petitioner was e-mailed guidelines
informing them of height regulations.
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CITY OF PRATTVILLE
Historic Preservation Commission
Planning Department Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
100 E Fourth Street – CA2005-01
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVLOPMENT
Petitioner: First United Methodist Church
Property Owner: First United Methodist Church
Agent: N/A
Location: 100 E Fourth Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: First request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for this
address.
The Church did appear before the commission in
March 2009 for creation of 54 parking spaces in
lots at 117 East 4th Street (Northington-Ross
house), 133 East 4th Street (Golson house), 114
East 5th Street (Wadsworth-Roach house)
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
100 E Fourth Street;
1912; brick, stylized neo-Tudor design with vestigial
transepts (externally expressed only), crenellated
corner entrance tower/belfry; original Sunday school
area adjoins sanctuary to south (rear). Built to replace
1853 structure given by Daniel Pratt, himself a
Methodist layman, adjoining original factory complex on
south side of Autauga Creek. Educational building (non-
contributing, see 95b) erected 1958. Main structure
gutted inside and extensively rebuilt 1968; present
steps added to entrance tower.
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The following alterations has been requested by the applicant. See the application
included as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Replace windows in main sanctuary and administration buildings.
2. Replace bell tower louvers.
3. Replace architectural shingles on roof.
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner I
Site Visits Conducted: April 20, 2020
Recommendation: Approval, see analysis below
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure is in a residential zone, the requested alterations were
reviewed against the standards contained in the Prattville Residential Design Review
Guidelines Manual. The relevant sections of the manual are included. Staff
comments/evaluations are summarized at the end of the section.
Item 1. Replace windows in main sanctuary and administration buildings
Windows (page 36)
Windows are prominent building components. They help to establish the rhythm of a
building or streetscape. Sometimes, particularly in industrial buildings, they are the
dominant visual element of a building exterior. Historic windows should be retained,
maintained, and, if needed, repaired.
1. Historic windows should be retained and maintained.
2. Historic windows should remain visible and their openings transparent.
3. Deteriorated or damaged windows should be repaired so that the windows
retain their historic appearances. Epoxy is helpful in strengthening and
replacing deteriorated wood.
4. Missing windows or elements should be replaced so that they replicate the
historic windows or other historic examples.
5. Replacement windows should be of wood to match the original. The use of
vinyl or aluminum clad windows may also be appropriate if they match the
original window.
6. Historic shutters should be retained and maintained. DRAFT
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7. Shutters should not be added unless the building historically had them and
replacements replicate historic shutters, fit the window opening when closed,
and are constructed of painted wood.
8. Screen and storm windows should be constructed of painted wood, baked-on
enamel, anodized aluminum, or painted-to-match-the-frames mill-finish
aluminum.
9. Screen and storm windows should fit within the window frames.
10. Storm windows should be full-view design or have a central meeting rail that
is placed in the same location as the windows.
11. If used, window bars should only appear on rear elevations.
Item 2. Replace bell tower louvers.
Shutters (page 37)
Historic shutters should be retained and maintained. Shutters should not be
added to buildings unless the buildings had shutters historically, shutters fit
within the window openings when closed, and are constructed of painted wood.
1. Historic shutters should be retained and maintained.
2. Shutters should not be added unless the building historically had them and
replacements replicate historic shutters, fit the window opening, and are
constructed of painted wood.
3. Shutters should be kept painted and in good repair.
Item 3. Replace architectural shingles on roof
Roof (page 28)
Roofs help to determine building style and are important elements of historic
appearance. Historic roof shapes should be retained. Public visibility of modern
features should be limited.
1. The historic roof shapes of buildings should be retained.
2. Roof-related features such as parapet walls, cornices, and chimneys should
be retained and maintained.
3. Roof-related features such as parapet walls, cornices, and chimneys should
be retained and maintained.
Analysis:
The petitioner would like to replace existing stained glass windows and install clear
glass storefront windows at the exterior for protection. Rotten wooden louvers at bell
tower will be replaced with bronze anodized aluminum louvers with bird screens at the
interior. Roof shingles will be replaced with architectural shingles matching the existing
shingles.
1. Does the new architectural feature contribute or protect the historic integrity of
the property and its environment?
2. Is the materials being utilized closely related to the existing materials? DRAFT
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Existing Sanctuary stained glass windows with Lexan
glass in front
Another picture of the existing stained glass windows
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and missing slats. Proposed louvers would be bronze
anodized aluminum
Another picture of the existing bell tower louvers
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frames are used for existing
Lexan glass. Bronze anodized
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rooms of the Sanctuary
Another picture of the rotten wooden windows to be
replaced
Vinyl or aluminum window that has replaced rotten
wood window on the Sanctuary. Similar windows
would be proposed to replace damaged wood windows
Another picture of the newer clad windows that have
replaced the wood windows on a portion of the church
building DRAFT
View from the parking lot of the damaged wood
windows on the Sanctuary building
View from the parking lot of the newer clad windows
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Planning Department Staff Report
Historic Preservation Commission
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
231 East Main Street – CA2005-02
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Shawn & Ashley Smith
Property Owner: Same
Agent: N/A
Location: 231 East Main Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: First request for a Certification of Appropriateness for this
address
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
231 East Main (circa 1925, contributing) - This
building has a rectangular central block with wings
extending to the side and front. A concrete front porch
shares a roof with a side carport.
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The following alteration has been requested by the applicant. See the application included
as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Construct privacy fence
2. Construct concrete drive to double gate
3. Construct outdoor entertaining area in side yard
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Darrell Rigsby, Senior Planner
Site Visits Conducted: May, 2020
Recommendation: Approval, contingent upon meeting HPC guidelines for
fences.
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure was initially developed as a residence, the requested alterations
were reviewed against the standards contained in the Prattville Residential Design Review Guidelines
Manual. The relevant sections of manual are included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at
the end of each section. The following changes are proposed:
1. Construct privacy fence
2. Construct outdoor entertaining area in rear yard
3. Construct concrete drive to double gate
Item 1. Privacy Fence
Fences and Walls (page 46)
Fences and walls have historically been used to define ownership or function and to separate public
and private space. Historic fences and walls should be retained and maintained. New fences and
walls should use design, materials, and placement that minimize their effect on the district’s historic
character.
1. Historic fences and walls should be retained and maintained. DRAFT
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2. Wood and metal picket fences are appropriate new construction. If wooden, they should
be painted using colors complementary to the adjacent house. They should be less than
three feet tall, and the pickets should be set less than three inches apart and be less than
four inches in width.
3. Cast iron fences are appropriate for 19th and early 20th century dwellings. These fences
should be less than three feet tall.
a. Cast-iron and wood fences are appropriate for front yards of pre-1910 houses.
4. Wood board fences may be located in back yards and should be less than six feet tall. Flat
tops, dog-ear tops, or pointed tops are all appropriate designs. Fences should be painted
to blend with the building.
5. Free-standing brick or concrete walls may be located in back yards or, if not visible from
the street, side yards.
6. Chain-link fences may be located in back yards or, if not visible from the street, side yards.
Chain-link fences should be painted dark green or black, coated with green or black
plastic, or screened with plants.
7. Split or horizontal rail, railroad tie, or timber fences may be located in rear yards but should
be avoided on the fronts of houses.
Item 2. Gazebo / Outdoor Entertainment Area
Gazebos and Pergolas (Page 48)
1. Gazebos and pergolas should be constructed of wood and painted in colors sympathetic
to the adjoining building.
2. Gazebos and pergolas should not obscure views or damage historic features of the
adjoining building.
3. Gazebos and pergolas should be located out of or with limited public view.
Item 3. Driveway
Driveways, Sidewalks, and Walkways (page 44)
Driveways, sidewalks, and walkways are common district features. Historic examples should
be retained and maintained, and new construction should follow historic examples.
1. Historic driveways, sidewalks, and walkways should be retained and maintained.
2. Driveways should be of gravel, concrete ribbons, grass and dirt, or concrete. Blacktop and
asphalt driveways were not historically features of the district, and should be avoided.
Driveways should be located to the side of the house.
3. Residential parking areas larger than one car width should be screened and located
behind the house or out of view from the sidewalk.
4. Sidewalks are typically concrete and located between a narrow strip of grass bordering the
street and the yard. New sidewalks should follow these historic models
5. Many district residences have narrow concrete walkways connecting the sidewalk or street
to the main entrance. New walkways should follow these historic models.
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1. Applicant is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness to complete three projects, including
the construction of a fence along East Main Street, Construction of a concrete driveway at
current curb cut along East Main Street, and construction of a gazebo structure in the rear
yard behind the fence. There is an existing fence along East Main Street that was constructed
in April 2020 without HPC Certificate of Appropriateness or Building Permit. Existing fence is 8
feet tall at its maximum with arches to approximately 7 feet (See pictures for details). HPC
residential guidelines for fences says “Wood board fences may be located in back yards and
should be less than six feet tall.” Hence, the existing fence does not meet HPC guidelines for
fences. The current 8 foot privacy fence replaced a white picket fence that does meet the
HPC residential fence guidelines.
2. Proposed outdoor entertainment structure appears to meet the guideline of the HPC. In the
rear yard it will have limited visibility from the street. If approved by HPC, entertainment
structure will have to go through zoning and permitting review prior to construction.
3. Proposed driveway meets the HPC residential guidelines.
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Planning Department Staff Report
Historic Preservation Commission
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
115 Maple Street – CA2005-03
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Thomas M. Miller
Property Owner: Same
Agent: N/A
Location: 115 Maple Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: Fifth request for a Certification of Appropriateness for this
address
Previous Approvals: COA granted for demolition of existing Wainwright-Smith-
Cook House on June 9, 2016.
COA granted for relocation of front portion of the
Wainwright-Smith-Cook House to new location on Third
Street on December 15, 2016.
COA granted for construction of new single-family structure
and two accessory structures on June 27, 2017.
COA granted for the construction of a chain link fence for
the rear and decorative fencing for the front and sides of the
property on May 24, 2018.
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1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
115 Maple Street, Wainwright-Smith-Cook House
(circa 1860, contributing) - This rectangular one-story
frame building has extensive rear additions. Circa 1900,
workers moved the formerly detached kitchen and
servant’s quarters to connect with the rear of the house.
A possible construction date for its deck-roofed porch
with chamfered and molded columns and pierced-work
wood railing is circa 1880.
(Note original structure approved for demolition on June 9,
2016. Front portion and porch removed to new location on
West Third Street in 2017.
Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition
The following alteration has been requested by the applicant. See the application included
as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Installation of rooftop solar panels and home batteries
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Darrell Rigsby, Senior Planner
Site Visits Conducted: May, 2020
Recommendation: Consider four questions presented in the staff analysis.
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure was initially developed as a residence, the requested alterations
were reviewed against the standards contained in the Prattville Residential Design Review Guidelines
Manual. The relevant sections of manual are included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at
the end of each section. The following changes are proposed:
1. Install rooftop solar panels and home batteries
Roofs (page 32) DRAFT
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Roofs help to determine building style and are important elements of historic appearance.
Historic roof shapes and, when feasible, materials, should be retained and maintained. Public
visibility of modern features should be very limited.
5. New skylights, solar panels, decks, balconies, and satellite dishes should not be readily visible
from the street.
Analysis:
The petitioner would like to install solar panels on the roof of the house and a battery storage device,
likely on the side of the house. Solar panels are most efficient when they face southern exposure, in this
case the front of the home, toward Maple Street. However, exact location will be determined once a
home assessment is completed by the solar panel manufacturer. Due to the layout of the house, it will
be difficult for the rooftop solar panel displays to not be readily visible from the streets that border the
property (Maple St., and Bridge St.) and the downtown creekwalk. The petitioner has provided several
examples of proposed solar panels from Tesla that show thin (1.57”), low profile, black panels with black
frames. See pictures and articles provided by petitioner. Note that the guidelines were published in
2007. Since that time, technology has changed and current-day solar panels may be much less
noticeable and visually obtrusive. If the petitioner is able to place the panels in an suitable place and the
panels blend into the roof or building materials well enough, then approval may be appropriate.
As a result of this information, the Commission should address two primary questions with this request.
1. Does the new architectural feature contribute or protect the historic integrity of the property and its
environment?
2. Does the new architectural feature detract from the historic integrity of the property and itx
environment?
3. Does the material being utilized closely relate to or resemble the existing shingle roof material?
4. If the commission would like to allow solar panels, where should they be allowed?
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Historic Preservation Commission
Planning Department Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
216 First Street – CA2005-04
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVLOPMENT
Petitioner: Eva Jane Butler
Property Owner: Eva Jane Butler
Agent: N/A
Location: 216 First Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: Third request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for this
address.
Previous Approvals: CA1405-01 – April 29, 2014 - Expedited approval granted
for fencing
CA1606-01- June 21, 2016 – Add picket fence (69’) and
steel-frame archway as landscaping emphasis across
front of house; Add handrails on both sides of front steps
made of pressure treated wood and painted to match
structure; Add single lane concrete drive which widens to
18’ to 20’ wide parking pad near the house.
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
216 East First Street:
1950; one-story, frame with shingle siding, basically
rectangular, gable roof, small front stoop.
Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition
The following alteration has been requested by the applicant. See the application
included as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Pool
2. Adding a deck on side of above ground pool with steps and handrails in
backyard. DRAFT
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PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner
Site Visits Conducted:
Recommendation:
May 2020
Approval, see analysis below
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure was initially developed as and remains a residential
structure, the requested alterations were reviewed against the standards contained in the
Prattville Residential Design Review Guidelines Manual. The relevant sections of manual
are included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at the end of each section.
1. Pool
Pools and Fountains (page 51)
Pools and fountains are modern elements that can be most welcome on a summer day!
New pools and fountains should use placement that minimizes their effect on the district’s
historic character.
1. Swimming pools and fountains should be located in the back yards and have limited
visibility from public vantage points.
2. Plants and/or fencing should be used to screen views of pools or fountains.
The proposed pool will meet guideline 1 as the swimming pool will be located in the back
yard and have limited visibility from a public vantage point. Guideline 2 will be partially met
as the proposed pool will be located behind a chain link fence with limited visibility from the
front yard. The backyard view is obstructed by neighbor’s privacy fence.
2. Adding a deck on side of above ground pool with steps and handrails in
backyard.
Decks (page 38)
Decks are popular modern features. If added to district buildings, they should be
constructed on a building’s rear elevation or another location not visible from the street.
1. Decks should be located on the rear elevations of buildings. They may also be
located on a side elevation if screened from view from the street through fencing
or plants.
2. Decks should be constructed of wood or metal.
The proposed deck will meet guideline 1 as the deck will not be readily visible from the
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Analysis:
The petitioner would like to add a pool with 12x8 deck, steps, and a 10x32 foot deck.
Handrails and lattice around the bottom of the pool with a gate. Swimming pools and
wading pools with a depth of one (1) foot or more in any portion of the pool, and not located
within a permanently and completely walled structure, shall be constructed no closer than
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Planning Department Staff Report
Historic Preservation Commission
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
123-B First Street
DATE
May 28, 2020
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Brandi Rhodes
Property Owner: B. Hendley Rhodes Counseling, LLC
Agent: N/A
Location: 123-B First Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status:
Previous Approvals:
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
123 First Street (Anthony-Book-Wilkinson house) -
contributing structure erected c. 1883; two-story with
one-story lateral extension, frame, main block has frontal
gable with lower cross gable over side wing,
demioctagonal projecting bay, porch with turned posts,
scroll cut brackets and balustrade; two-over-two sashing.
Built by William Anthony; restored 1982 as part of
Prattvillage commercial area.
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Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition
The following alteration has been requested by the applicant. See the application included
as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Installation of attached business sign
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Darrell Rigsby, Senior Planner
Site Visits Conducted: April, 2020
Recommendation: Approve, see analysis below.
Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure was initially developed as a residence, the requested alterations
were reviewed against the standards contained in the Prattville Residential Design Review Guidelines
Manual. The relevant sections of manual are included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at
the end of each section. The following changes are proposed:
1. Installation of wooden, attached business sign
Signs (page 34)
Signs are important means of advertising and establishing business identities, and establishments
should have flexibility in determining what modern signage to use while respecting the residential
character of their host neighborhoods.
1. Sign usage should be kept to a minimum. In residential areas no more than two signs should be
placed on the property.
2. New signs should be of historically appropriate materials such as finished wood, glass, copper, or
bronze.
3. New signs should be scaled to be in proportion to the property.
4. Simplicity in design and content is recommended.
5. Colors used in signs should be coordinated with their buildings. Three colors or less should be used
per sign.
6. Lighting sources for signs should be external and concealed.
7. New signs should be installed in locations historically used for signs such as on awnings, on upper
façade walls covering five percent or less of the wall surface, inside windows, or projecting from
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Analysis:
The subject sign was installed without permit, zoning review, or certification of appropriateness approval.
Installed sign meets requirements of City zoning ordinance. The installed sign meets the Commission’s
design guidelines for signs.
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