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2107 July 22 HPC 102 West Main Street \ Prattville, AL 36067 \ 334. 595.0500 \ prattvilleal.gov BILL GILLESPIE, JR. MAYOR J. SCOTT STEPHENS, AICP DIRECTOR CITY OF PRATTVILLE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA July 22, 2021 4:30 p.m. Call to Order: Roll Call: Chairman Sanford, Vice-Chairman Stewart, Mr. Barker, Mrs. Davis, Mr. Ferguson, Mrs. Nettles, and Ms. Rollins. Minutes: May 27, 2021 Committee Reports: Old Business: None New Business: 1. CA2107-01 Certificate of Appropriateness Demolition-Remove two structures Alteration-Adding and modifying existing windows and fence; replace roof. 127 S. Washington Street Bill Gillespie, Petitioner Public Hearing Miscellaneous: Adjourn: Approved 9/23/21 Prattville Historic Preservation Commission July 22, 2021 Minutes Page 1 of 2 CITY OF PRATTVILLE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES July 22, 2021 Call to order: The Chairman called the regular meeting of the Prattville Historic Preservation Commission to order on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. Roll Call: The secretary called the roll. Members present were Chairman Tim Sanford, Vice-Chairman Taylor Stewart, Mr. Zack Barker, Mrs. Jean Davis, Ms. Kristi Rollins, and Mrs. Teresa Nettles. Members Absent: Mr. Scott Ferguson. Quorum present Also present was Mr. Scott Stephens, City Planner; Mr. Darrell Rigsby, Senior Planner; Mr. Tommie Williams, Planner; and Ms. Alisa Morgan, Secretary. Minutes: Mrs. Davis moved to approve the minutes of the May 27, 2021 meeting as corrected. Mrs. Nettles seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Committee Reports: There were no reports to be made. Old Business: There was no old business to discuss. New Business: Certificate of Appropriateness Demolition-Remove two structures Alteration-Adding and modifying existing windows and fence; replace roof. 127 S. Washington Street Bill Gillespie, Jr., Petitioner Mr. Rigsby provided the staff report for the Certificate of Appropriateness to make alterations and demolition on property located at 127 S. Washington Street. He stated that the petitioner is proposing to remove two outbuildings and to modify a window (kitchen) and add two new windows on the north side of structure. He stated that the petitioner also proposes to repair existing fence, adding fence to the south side of property, and replace shingles with architectural shingles. Vice-Chair Stewart recused herself due to conflict of interest. Bill Gillespie, petitioner, presented the request for the proposed alterations planned for property located at 127 S. Washington Street. He stated that the fence will be a wood picket fence. The picture of the bay window is the sample to duplicate. He stated that the window will be a 1/1 window pane; the two additional windows will be 2/2, the existing windows will be altered to 2/2 window panes. Chairman Sanford opened the floor for public comments. There were none. The public hearing was closed. Chairman Sanford opened discussion for the Commission. After their discussion, Mrs. Davis moved to separate the items for individual discussion and voting. Ms. Rollins seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Approved 9/23/21 Prattville Historic Preservation Commission July 22, 2021 Minutes Page 2 of 2 Item #1 Kitchen Windows-Modify Mrs. Davis moved to approve as submitted to modify with 2/2 panes to match existing/remaining windows. Mr. Barker seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. Item #2 Demolition (Two outbuildings) Ms. Rollins moved to approve as submitted. Mrs. Nettles seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. Item #3 Fence-Repair Mrs. Nettles moved to approve the request as submitted. Mr. Barker seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. Item #4 Fence-Addition (Picket Fence) Chairman asked the petitioner if the fence would be stained or painted white. Mr. Gillespie stated that the fence would be painted white. Mr. Barker moved to approve the request as submitted. Mrs. Nettles seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. Item #5 Roof-Replace with architectural asphalt shingles Ms. Rollins moved to approve the request as submitted. Mr. Barker seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. Vice-Chair Stewart resumed her seat after the voting. Miscellaneous: Mr. Stephens informed the commission about the recent changes in the newspaper notification. Adjourn: With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:01 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Alisa Morgan, Secretary Historic Preservation Commission Page 1 of 6 Historic Preservation Commission Staff Report CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS 127 South Washington Street – CA2107-01 DATE July 22, 2021 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT Petitioner: Bill Gillespie Property Owner: Bill Gillespie Agent: N/A Location: 127 South Washington Street Review Status and History Submission Status: None Known Previous Approvals: None Known 1984/2007 Historic Properties Inventory Details 127 South Washington Street (Cook house)- Contributing; c. 1870 and later; two stories, frame, rectangular (five-bay front) with ell; hipped roof (originally with bracketed eaves) extending over full-length double porch, recessed central doorways at both first and second-floor gallery levels. Originally appears to have been built as L-shaped structures with two front rooms and central hall; extensively enlarged c. 1895; original wooden porch supports replaced by brick piers c. 1925 (turned wooden balustrade retained at both levels). Interior woodwork a mixture of elements dating c. 1870- 1910. One of earliest two-story dwellings in district. Page 2 of 6 Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition The following alterations have been requested by the applicant. See the application included as Attachment A for a description of each element. 1. Add two new windows and modify the kitchen window. 2. Remove Outbuildings 3. Work on fence. PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION: Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner Site Visits Conducted: July 2021 Recommendation: Approval Proposed project is in keeping with the Historic Preservation Guidelines for Residential buildings. Proposed project does not detract from the existing structure. 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. Add two new windows and modify the kitchen window Windows (page 36) 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. 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. 4. The replacement of original windows with vinyl or aluminum windows is discouraged. 5. Missing windows or elements should be replaced so that they replicate the historic windows or other historic examples. Window openings should not be added or removed from locations visible from the street. 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. Page 3 of 6 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, storm, and security windows should fit within the window frames and be full view design or have a central meeting rail in the same location as the window. 10. Security windows and bars should not be visible from the street. 2. Remove Outbuildings Outbuildings (page 50) Outbuildings contribute to the historic and residential character of the district. Historic outbuildings should be retained and maintained. New outbuildings should use design, materials, and placement that support the district’s historic character. 1. Historic outbuildings should be retained and maintained. 2. New outbuildings should be smaller than the adjoining main building. 3. New outbuildings should be simple in appearance. 4. New outbuildings should use building and roof forms compatible to those used in the adjoining main building. 5. New outbuildings should use materials compatible to those used in the adjoining main buildings. Outbuildings that are not visible from public vantage points or have very limited visibility may use modern synthetic siding materials. 3. Repair 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. 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. Page 4 of 6 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. PICTURES Page 5 of 6 Page 6 of 6 E 3RD ST S WASHINGTON ST ±Legend Project AreaStreets Autauga Tax Parcels 0 10050 Feet Locations are approximate Aerial Map - 127 South Memorial Drive E MAIN ST E 3RD ST S CHESTNUT ST S NORTHINGTON ST E 4TH ST S WASHINGTON ST MONCRIEF ST COLLEGE ST W 4TH ST W 3RD ST WETU MP KA ST W MAIN ST PRATT ST TICHNOR ST HUNTS ALY N WASHINGTON ST N CHESTNUT ST OAK HILL CEMETARY ±Legend Project AreaStreets Autauga Tax Parcels 0 1,000500 Feet Locations are approximate Location Map - 127 South Memorial Drive E MAIN ST E 3RD ST S CHESTNUT ST S NORTHINGTON ST E 4TH ST S WASHINGTON ST MONCRIEF ST COLLEGE ST W 4TH ST W 3RD ST WETU MP KA ST W MAIN ST PRATT ST TICHNOR ST HUNTS ALY N WASHINGTON ST N CHESTNUT ST OAK HILL CEMETARY R-2 B-2 R-3 R-3 M-1 B-2 B-1 R-2 B-2 R-5 O-1 R-2 O-1 R-6 R-2 ±Legend Project AreaStreets Autauga Tax Parcels 0 1,000500 Feet Locations are approximate Zoning Map - 127 South Memorial Drive