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BILL GILLESPIE, JR.
MAYOR
J.SCOTT STEPHENS, AICPDIRECTOR
CITY OF PRATTVILLE
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
AGENDA
January 27, 2022 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: December 7, 2021
Committee Reports:
Old Business: 1.COA2110-02 Certificate of AppropriatenessNew Structure-Restroom 342 S. Chestnut Street (Creekwalk Area) City of Prattville, Petitioner
Held
10/28, 12/7
New Business: 2.COA2201-01 Certificate of AppropriatenessAlterations-Renovation, Demolition, Addition 132 Tichnor Ave. Gillespie Tire & Automotive, Petitioner
Public Hearing
3.COA2201-02 Certificate of AppropriatenessNew Structure 148 1st Street Nelson Vincent, Petitioner
Public Hearing
4.COA2201-03 Certificate of AppropriatenessAlteration-Extending an exterior wall 326 S. Washington Street Autauga Baptist Association, Inc., Petitioner
Public Hearing
5.COA2201-04 Certificate of AppropriatenessAddition-Fence 319 S. Washington Street Lisa & James Sherrill, Petitioners
Public Hearing
6.COA2201-05 Certificate of AppropriatenessAddition-Gate 331 S. Chestnut Street Wesley Andrews, Petitioner
Public Hearing
Miscellaneous: Street Sign Toppers
Election of Officers:
Adjourn:
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CITY OF PRATTVILLE 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 2 MINUTES 3 December 7, 2021 4 5 6 Call to order: 7 The Chairman called the regular meeting of the Prattville Historic Preservation Commission to order on Tuesday, 8 December 7, 2021 at 4:31 p.m. 9 10 Roll Call: 11 The secretary called the roll. Members present were Chairman Tim Sanford, Vice-Chair Taylor Stewart, Mr. Zack 12 Barker, Mr. Scott Ferguson, and Ms. Kristi Rollins. Members Absent: Mrs. Jean Davis and Mrs. Teresa Nettles. 13
14 Quorum present 15 16
Also present was Mr. Scott Stephens, City Planner; Mr. Tommie Williams, Planner; and Ms. Alisa Morgan, 17 Secretary. 18 19 Minutes: 20 There were corrections made to the minutes. Ms. Rollins moved to approve the minutes of the October 28, 2021 21 meeting as corrected. Mr. Barker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 22 23 Committee Reports: 24 There were no reports to be made. 25 26 Old Business: 27 Certificate of Appropriateness 28 New Structure-Restroom 29 342 S. Chestnut Street (Creekwalk Area) 30 City of Prattville, Petitioner 31 32 Kellie Cook of the City of Prattville, petitioner’s representative, was not able to attend the meeting and asked that 33
the action be postponed. Mrs. Stewart moved to hold at the petitioner’s request. Mr. Barker seconded the motion. 34 The motion to hold passed unanimously. 35 36
At the Chairman’s request, Mr. Feguson moved to change the order that the agenda items were heard. Ms. Rollins 37 seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 38 39 New Business: 40 Certificate of Appropriateness 41 Demolition 42 135 W. 6th Street 43 City of Prattville, Petitioner 44 45 Mr. Stephens provided the staff report for the Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a structure on property 46 located at W. 6th Street. He stated that the property is currently being evaluated by the City’s Code Enforcement 47 Division for demolition due to it being an unsafe structure. It has been damaged and the general condition of the 48 structure is potentially dangerous. It is not listed as a historically contributing structure. He stated that one of the 49 listed owners on the tax records (Andy Slaughter) is deceased and the other owner lives out-of-state and has been 50
seeking a buyer. Since the application submission, the property has been purchased. He stated that the city 51 recommends approval of the demolition for the current applicant, if the property is beyond repair, the new owner 52 will already have the permission in place. 53
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Brandon Johnson, Code Enforcement Officer, presented the request for the proposed demolition on property located 55 135 W. 6th Street. He stated that neighborhood complaints about the property initiated the process for demolition. 56 57 Chairman Sanford opened the floor for public comments. There were none. The public hearing was closed. 58 59 Chairman Sanford opened the discussion for the board. After their discussion, the vote was called. Ms. Stewart 60 moved to approve the request as submitted. Ms. Rollins seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed 61 unanimously. 62 63 Certificate of Appropriateness 64 Addition & Alterations-Various 65 260 Wetumpka Street 66 Christine & Kevin Cash, Petitioner 67
68 Mr. Williams provided the staff report for the Certificate of Appropriateness to allow an addition and various 69 alterations on property located at 260 Wetumpka Street. He itemized the six various alterations as requested by the 70
petitioner. 71 72 Kevin Cash, petitioner, presented the request for various alterations on property located at 260 Wetumpka Street. 73
He stated that the front door will be built as comparable as possible to the existing front door. He also stated that 74 the vinyl siding replacement would be as similar as possible. 75 76 Chairman Sanford opened the floor for public comments. There were none. The public hearing was closed. 77 78 Chairman Sanford opened the discussion for the board. Mr. Barker moved to separate the items for discussion and 79 voting. The motion passed unanimously. 80 81 Item #1 Construct large addition to rear (south) of main house. 82 The petitioner is proposing to construct a 1.5 story 26’ x 49’ residential addition attached to rear of main residence 83 via 10’x16’ breezeway connector using matching exterior materials to main house. Chairman Sanford stated that 84
the addition would be hidden from the front elevation of the main structure. Mr. Stephens stated that the petitioner 85 has received BZA approval (11/9/21) to wave setback requirements. 86 87
Mr. Ferguson moved to approve the request as submitted. Ms. Rollins seconded the motion. The motion to approve 88 passed unanimously. 89 90
Item #2 Replace primary structure front door with complementary custom front door. 91 The petitioner is proposing to replace the existing front door with a similar, custom built, door. The replacement of 92 the primary door of the residence is consistent with the guidelines. Mr. Ferguson moved to approve the request as 93 submitted. Mr. Barker seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. 94 95 Item #3 Replace current 8’ wide door with 9’-10’ wide door on front of the detached garage. 96 The petitioner is proposing to replace the existing front garage door of the detached garage with a similar, slightly 97 wider garage door. The outbuilding is neither historic nor a new construction. It is compatible in style with the 98 primary home. Mr. Barker moved to approve the request as submitted. Mr. Ferguson seconded the motion. The 99 motion to approve passed unanimously. 100 101 Item #4 Add 6’ wide utility garage door on rear of detached garage. 102 The petitioner is proposing to add a rear facing 6’ garage door to the existing garage for access to utility equipment. 103 This door will face the rear façade of the property and not be visible from Wetumpka Street and will be mostly 104
obstructed by other structures, including a 6’ privacy fence from Northington Street. The addition of the garage door 105 is consistent with the guidelines. Ms. Rollins moved to approve the request as submitted. Mr. Ferguson seconded 106 the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. 107
108 Item #5 Replace existing wood siding and trim with masonry plank siding on primary structure. 109
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The petitioner proposes to replace (as needed) exterior wall material with a masonry plank siding material that will 110 be consistent with other homes in the area and consistent with the Historic Guidelines. Mr. Barker moved to approve 111 the replacement of wood siding with hardi plank or wood to match and replacement trim with hardi plank or wood 112 to match the historic character of the structure. Ms. Rollins seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed by 113 majority (4/1) vote as recorded. Favor: Mr. Barker, Ms. Rollins, Mr. Feguson, and Chairman Sanford. Oppose: Ms. 114 Stewart. 115 116 Item #6 Replace existing vinyl siding and trim with masonry plank siding on garage. 117 The petitioner proposes to replace exterior vinyl siding with a masonry plank siding material that will be consistent 118 with the primary home, proposed addition and with other homes in the area and consistent with the Historic 119 Guidelines. Mr. Ferguson moved to approve the request as submitted. Ms. Stewart seconded the motion. The 120 motion to approve passed unanimously. 121 122
Certificate of Appropriateness 123 New Structure-Fence Gate 124 331 S. Chestnut Street 125 Wesley Andrews, Petitioner 126 127 Mr. Williams provided the staff report for the Certificate of Appropriateness to allow a fence gate on property located 128
at 331 S. Chestnut Street. He stated that the petitioner is requesting to install a decorative gate that will match the 129 existing 4’ fence. The existing fence was previously installed by the City of Prattville when City Hall was using the 130 lot for parking. He stated that the petitioner is additionally requesting that a temporary cable with an attached “No 131 Trespassing” sign be installed across the entry until the gate is constructed. 132 133 Wesley Andrews, petitioner, presented the request for a fence gate on property located at 331 S. Chestnut Street. He 134 stated that the proposed gate will be an 18-20’ rolling gate. The temporary cable will be either rope or chain. He 135 stated that he had no problem with the gate being 3’ as required by the guidelines. 136 137 Chairman Sanford opened the floor for public comments. There were none. The public hearing was closed. 138 139
Chairman Sanford opened the discussion for the board. After their discussion, the vote was called. Ms. Stewart 140 moved to approve the 3’ rolling gate with a 4’ walk-thru gate and to allow a temporary cable with a no trespassing 141 sign. Mr. Ferguson seconded the motion. The motion to approve passed unanimously. 142
143 Miscellaneous: 144 Mr. Stephens and the Commission discussed plans for HPC Guidelines update and training requirement for the CLG 145
Agreement. 146 147 Adjourn: 148 With no further business, Ms. Stewart motioned to adjourn the meeting. Ms. Rollins seconded the motion. The 149 meeting was adjourned at 5:24 p.m. 150 151 Respectfully submitted, 152 153
154 Alisa Morgan, Secretary 155 Historic Preservation Commission 156
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Historic Preservation Commission
Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
132 Tichnor Avenue – COA2201-01
DATE
January 27, 2022
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Gillespie Tire and Automotive
Property Owner: William Gillespie
Agent: N/A
Location: 132 Tichnor Avenue – Existing Gillespie Tire and
Automotive
Review Status and History
Submission Status: N/A
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
None listed in inventory for this address. Autauga
County Tax records indicate 132 Tichnor Avenue as
being built in 1964.
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Proposed New Construction
The following alterations have been requested by the applicant. See the application
included as Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Demolition of portions of existing building and awnings
2. Alter front façade
3. Construct ramp on west side of building
4. New Signage
5. Construct new shop building at rear
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Darrell Rigsby
Site Visits Conducted: January 2022
Recommendation: See Analysis Details
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Evaluation:
Since the subject property/structure was initially developed as commercial property, the requested
alterations were reviewed against the standards contained in the Prattville Commercial Design Review
Guidelines Manual. Due to the complexity of this project, staff have separated the case into five (5) distinct
items. The relevant sections of the design manual are included for each item. Staff analysis and
recommendations are summarized at the end of each section. The following changes are proposed:
1. Demolition of portions of existing building and awnings.
Demolition (page 50)
Demolition of buildings that contribute to the historic character of the district results in an irreversible loss to the physical fabric of the community. Demolition of such buildings is an outcome to be avoided.
1. Demolition is appropriate if the building does not contribute to the historic
character of the district.
2. Applications for demolition and the Historic Preservation Commission should explore
possibilities for selling or reusing historic buildings, preferably onsite but also in other
locations, as alternatives to demolition.
3. Demolition may be appropriate if the denial of the demolition will result in a demonstrable
economic hardship on the owner.
Item 1 Analysis:
Applicant is proposing to demolish several portions of the existing Gillespie Tire and Automotive
building and awnings to make space for various building alterations and additions to the property.
Demolition work will consist of: a) removing two existing canopies on the south (front bordering
Tichnor) and southeast (front right) sides of the building, b) removing stand-alone building on
the northeast corner (right rear) of the property, and c) removing windows and doors on the front
façade of the building retrofit as bay doors. See “Demolition Plan & Elevation Sheet No: D1” of
the packet provided by applicant.
Item 1 Recommendation:
Demolition of the proposed awnings, buildings, and wall structures at 132 Tichnor is appropriate
per the historic guidelines due to the fact that this structure does not contribute to the historic
character of the district.
Staff recommends approval of demolition as proposed.
2. Alteration of Front Façade.
Door and Entrances (page 18) Doors are often central visual elements. Historic entrances and doors should be retained, visible,
maintained, and if needed, repaired. Missing or severely deteriorated doors should be replaced
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with historically appropriate doors. Screen, storm, and security doors should note detract from the historic appearance of their building. 1. Historic doors should be retained and maintained. 2. Primary entrances to commercial buildings should be universally accessible. If this is
not possible, alternative entrances should be available, clearly marked, and maintained to
the same standards as the primary entrance. 3. If historic doors do not allow for universal access, they should be retrofitted to provide it. 4. Deteriorated or damaged historic doors should be repaired using methods that allow them to retain their historic appearance and as much of their historic fabric as possible. Epoxy is
helpful in strengthening and replacing deteriorated wood.
5. Owners are encouraged to replace missing or severely damaged historic doors with new doors that replicate the originals or other historic examples. 6. Clear-glass single-light painted wood doors with or without paneling are most
appropriate for replacing primary doors in the district’s commercial buildings. The
opening in secondary entrances may be smaller or doors may be solid wood. Dark or bronze anodized metal, though less appropriate, may be substituted for wood.
Storefronts (page 32)
Storefronts are defining elements of the commercial and historic character of the downtown
business district. Historic storefronts should be retained, visible, maintained, and, if needed,
repaired.
1. Historic storefronts and their component elements, such as display windows, bulkheads, transoms, doors, cornices, pillars, and pilasters, should be retained and maintained.
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2. Historic storefronts and their component elements should remain visible. 3. Deteriorated or damaged storefronts or elements should be repaired so that the storefront retains its historic appearance.
4. Missing storefronts or elements should be replaced so that they replicate the historic storefront
or other historic examples.
Windows (page 34)
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, visible, 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.
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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.
Demolition (page 50)
Demolition of buildings that contribute to the historic character of the district results in an irreversible loss to the physical fabric of the community. Demolition of such buildings is an outcome to be avoided.
1. Demolition is appropriate if the building does not contribute to the historic
character of the district.
2. Applications for demolition and the Historic Preservation Commission should explore
possibilities for selling or reusing historic buildings, preferably onsite but also in other
locations, as alternatives to demolition.
3. Demolition may be appropriate if the denial of the demolition will result in a demonstrable
economic hardship on the owner.
Item 2 Analysis:
Applicant is proposing to significantly alter the front facades of the existing buildings. Primarily,
windows and doors will be removed on the left front façade to create a new entry way into the
future showroom. This new entryway will have a recessed entryway with double doors and
display windows on the sides. The remainder of the front façade of this portion of the structure
includes large picture windows flanking each side of the entry area. Additionally, windows will
be removed to create roll-up garage door access on the right front portion of the existing building.
New wall signage is proposed on the new parapet of the altered portion of the building and on
the new canopy. (see signage assessment below). In addition to the building modifications, a
large canopy is being proposed on the right front of the building to cover the existing work area.
This new awning will align at the front with the existing canopy in the middle of the building.
Approximate height of the new canopy is 16’. New signage is proposed on the street facing
façade of the new canopy, similar to existing signage on the existing canopy of Gillespie Tire. In
addition to the structural alterations, painted brick veneer is proposed on the front and west side
of the existing building on the left, the proposed showroom and office building. The brick façade
offers an historic appearance that is cohesive to other historic storefronts within the District.
Item 2 Recommendation:
Alterations of the current structure at 132 Tichnor is appropriate per the historic guidelines
because it brings it more into compliance with historic design compared to the existing state of
the structures. Gillespie Tire and Automotive is a structure that does not contribute to the
historic character of the district. It is recommended that doors and windows meet the guidelines
listed above. The doors should be made of wood or dark anodized metal with a clear-glass
single-light opening.
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Staff recommends approval of alteration of front façade, conditioned that doors and windows
follow historic guidelines.
3. Additions of Ramp to West Side of Building.
Ramps (page 38)
Most commercial entrances meet ADA requirements and do not require ramps. If they are
needed, simple concrete ramps are recommended for main entrances. Wood ramps may be used on rear elevations.
1. Ramps should be constructed of concrete or wood and painted in colors
sympathetic to those of the building.
2. Ramps should be simple in design.
3. Ramps should be sited on rear elevations, if possible, rather than on primary
façades.
Item 3 Analysis:
Applicant is proposing to add a ramp to the west side elevation of the existing building that will
be the future showroom. Ramp extends to the west from the building approximately six feet and
slopes to the rear of the property. Per plans submitted by applicant, ramp will be constructed of
concrete, with a painted metal railing.
Item 3 Recommendation:
Addition of an access ramp on the west facing façade of the building is appropriate per the
historic guidelines because it would not make sense on the rear of the building due to the layout.
Staff recommends approval of ramp addition as proposed.
4. New Signage
Signs (page 29)
Signs are important elements in the historic and commercial character of the downtown
business district, and historic signage should be retained and maintained. Signs are also
important means of advertising and establishing business identities.
1. Historic signs should be retained, maintained, and, if needed, repaired.
2. New signs should be of traditional materials such as finished wood, glass,
copper, or bronze.
3. 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 the building façade or elevation. Signs should
not cover or obscure architectural features.
4. New signs should be properly proportioned relative to their buildings.
5. Letters should be eighteen or less inches high and should cover sixty percent or
less of the total sign area.
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6. Colors used in signs should be coordinated with their buildings. Three colors or
less should be used per sign.
7. Mounting equipment should be anchored in mortar, not bricks or stones, and should
avoid damaging the building.
8. Lighting sources for signs should be external and concealed. The exception is if historic
or replica neon signs are used.
Item 4 Analysis:
Applicant is proposing to add new wall signage to the new parapet of the existing block building
on the left, the proposed lobby and customer entrance area. Proposed signage appears to be
basic letter style with simple design and colors. Additionally, new signage is proposed on the
front façade of the new canopy on the right side of the building. Per provided drawings, this
signage appears to be basic words on the canopy façade.
Item 4 Recommendation:
Addition of new signage appears appropriate per the historic guidelines, including traditional
materials, historically accurate location, properly proportioned relative to the building, and simple
design.
Additionally, all signage will have to meet requirements of zoning ordinance and permitting
requirements at time of construction.
Staff recommends approval of signage as proposed, contingent it meets requirements of zoning
ordinance at time of construction.
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5. Construction of New Shop Building at Rear
Rear Additions (page 39)
Rear and lateral additions provide owners with flexibility in their building use. Additions should
use design, materials, and placement that minimize their affect on the district’s historic
character.
1. Additions should cause minimal damage or removal of historic walls, roofs, and features
from historic buildings. Existing openings should be used to connect the building and the
addition.
2. Additions should have little or no visibility from the primary street façade.
3. Additions should be compatible with the original building in scale, proportion,
rhythm, and materials.
4. Additions should be distinguishable from the historic building: they should be smaller and
simpler in design.
5. Additions should not imitate earlier architectural styles, but should be contemporary in
design but compatible with adjacent buildings.
Infill Buildings (page 41)
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Infill buildings are important to the district. If historic buildings are lost, infill construction
enables land uses to follow historical patterns and provides for visual continuity of the
downtown Prattville landscape.
1. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of height and
width.
2. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of materials.
3. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of setback.
4. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of roof form.
5. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of scale and
proportions.
6. New construction should be oriented toward the major street.
7. New buildings should be contemporary but compatible in design to historic buildings.
8. New construction in close proximity to the Pratt industrial complex should particularly not
attempt to appear historic, should be smaller and plainer than the complex’s historic
buildings, and should not damage its buildings or obstruct access to them.
Item 5 Analysis:
Applicant is proposing to construct a new ~2,800 sqft (30’W x 93’L x 18’H) building at the
northeastern corner of the current building and lot. This building will be an expanded garage
facility with 10 roll up garage doors. Proposed materials for the building are vertical, ribbed metal
on all four sides. New building is proposed to sit back from Tichnor Street approximately sixty
(60) feet, behind the existing buildings. Approximately half of the new building will be visible from
Tichnor Street due its relation to the existing building and the majority of the rear façade will be
visible from West 3rd Street due to its relation to adjoining properties at the rear of Gillespie Tire,
including Autauga County Rescue Squad building and an old storefront that both front West 3rd
Street. The Autauga County Rescue Squad building is a large shop building with facades of
primarily painted brick and block and metal awnings running the span of the building and the old
storefront is primarily painted block.
Item 5 Recommendation:
The Commission must decide if this structure is compatible with the existing structures on the
property and with the structures in the area. Staff recommend the Commission consider the
following questions to make their determination:
1. Does this addition’s design, materials, and placement minimize the impact on the district’s
historic character?
2. Is the proposed addition compatible with the original building in scale, proportion, rhythm,
and materials?
3. Is the proposed addition compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of heigh, width,
materials, roof form, scale and proportions?
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Proposed Site Plan (Applicant Provided)
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Elevation Drawing (Applicant Provided)
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Existing Front Façade (photos taken by staff)
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Historic Preservation Commission
Staff Report
CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
148 1st Street – COA2201-02
DATE
January 27, 2022
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Nelson Vincent
Property Owner: Nelson Vincent
Agent: N/A
Location: 148 1st Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: N/A
Previous Approvals: BZA approved a variance on December 14, 2021
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory Details
148 1st Street (1850, contributing)
nucleus c. 1850 with 20th C. additions; an original
portion is one-room, frame, a gabled structure erected
as servant house for the dwelling which formerly stood
on site of 1895 house at 150 First (site #150). Pre-cast
concrete block addition to south side c. 1930.
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Proposed New Construction
The following alterations have been requested by the applicant. See the application
included in Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Construct a historic two-story residence in downtown Prattville. Consisting of two executive suites. The new construction will be a duplex.
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams
Site Visits Conducted: January 2022
Recommendation: Approval
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 the manual are included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at the end
of each section. The following changes are proposed:
1. Construct a historic two-story residence in downtown Prattville. Consisting of two executive suites.
Infill (page 41)
New construction is welcome on vacant lots in the historic district. They enable land uses
to follow historical patterns and provide for visual continuity of the district landscape. New
dwellings should be designed to be contemporary but compatible with the district.
1. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of height.
148 1st street is located next to a two-story apartment complex, that will be about
the same height as the duplex. Structures in this area also must be elevated to
comply with FEMA regulations.
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2. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of materials.
The new building material will be compatible with adjacent buildings. The material
being utilized will complement the existing structures in the surrounding area. The
material will consist of a hardy board siding.
3. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of setbacks.
This particular structure will be setback about 126 feet from the property line and
will not be adjacent in terms of setback. The previous structure that was
demolished was also not adjacent in terms of setback. The applicant would like to
have more of a view of the creek from their back porch.
4. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of width, scale,
and proportions.
The new structure will be compatible with adjacent buildings in the surrounding
area in terms of width, scale, and proportions.
5. New buildings should be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of roof form.
The new structure will be compatible with adjacent buildings in terms of roof form
and gables. The new structure will have gables located on the front, side, and rear
of the structure which is compatible with other structures in the area.
6. New construction should be oriented toward the major street.
The new structure will face a public street and be consistent with other structures
in the area.
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CERTIFICATE OF
APPROPRIATENESS
326 S. Washington Street – COA2201-03
DATE
January 27, 2022
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Autauga Baptist Association, Inc.
Property Owner: Autauga Baptist Association, Inc
Agent: N/A
Location: 326 S. Washington Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: N/A
Previous Approvals: N/A
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
326 S. Washington (Contributing)
1930; one story, frame (shiplap siding); bungalow-type with wide eaves and single front-facing gable covering the main block; secondary gable extension over off-center pier porch with lateral cross-gable over-attached carport.
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Proposed Alteration, Renovation, or Addition
The following addition has been requested by the applicant. See the application included
in Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Convert an existing storage closet located at the rear of the structure into a
useable office.
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams, Planner
Site Visits Conducted: January 2022
Recommendation: Approve
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 the manual are included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at the end
of each section. The following changes are proposed:
1. Addition
Addition (Page 40)
Additions to dwellings are appropriate as long as they are placed on rear elevations or non
readily visible side elevations. Additions should be designed to complement the historic qualities of the dwelling. 1. Additions should cause minimal damage or removal of historic walls, roofs, and features from
historic buildings. Existing openings should be used to connect the building and the addition.
The addition will consist of extending the exterior wall by 9’. It will cause minimal damage to the historic wall. It will not utilize an existing opening to connect the addition. 2. Additions should have little or no visibility from the primary street façade.
The addition will be located at the rear of the structure from Washington Street. It will have little visibility from the street. 3. Additions should be compatible with the original building in scale, proportion, rhythm, and materials. The addition will match the existing; standing seam metal roof, gable bracket, small 24’
diameter round louvered gable vent, architectural shakes, gutter & downspout style and color, horizontal vinyl siding profile and color, brick veneer, and mortar.
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4. Additions should be distinguishable from the historic building: they should be smaller and simpler in design. The addition will be smaller and distinguishable while still maintaining similarity.
5. Additions should not imitate earlier architectural styles, but should be contemporary in design.
LOCATION OF ADDITION
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CERTIFICATE OF
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319 South Washington Street – CA2201-04
DATE
January 27, 2022
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Lisa and James Sherrill
Property Owner: Lisa and James Sherrill
Agent: N/A
Location: 319 South Washington Street
Review Status and History
Submission Status: CoA 1703-01
Item 1 – Demolition of an existing structure on the rear of
building – approved as requested
Item 2 – construction of new addition on the rear of building
(14’x30’, 420 sq ft) with a covered porch – approved as
presented.
Item 3 – Modifications to front façade and north façade.
Front – remove one of the existing front doors to replaces
with window. Side – replace existing single window with
double window (master bedroom), relocate single window –
approved contingent to modify the kitchen and master
bedroom window according to the codes that the building
department and planning department deems appropriate.
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No changes to the window on the front of the house on
either side of the dining room and sitting room. (Front doors
will not be removed).
COA 2007-04
Item 1 – Replace porch on north side of house – Approved
as requested
Previous Approvals: Approvals above
1984/2007 Historic
Properties Inventory
Details
319 South Washington Street, Walker House (1921,
contributing) This one-story frame bungalow has a
broad front gable breaking into an offset secondary gable
that extends over its brick-pier and post porch.
Proposed Alteration, Renovation or Addition
The following alterations have been requested by the applicant.
1. Install fence in side yards
PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Darrell Rigsby, Senior Planner
Site Visits Conducted: January 2022
Recommendation: Approval
Proposed project is in keeping with the Historic Preservation
Guidelines for Residential buildings. Proposed project does
not detract from the existing structure.
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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 fence in rear yard
Fences and Walls (Residential Guidelines, 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.
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 1 Recommendation: Approval
Applicant is proposing to construct a fence on both sides of the residence, near the rear of the
building with wooden privacy fencing and a wrought iron gate. Proposed fencing will connect to
neighbor fences on each side. The additions of the proposed fence will fully enclose the rear
yard. Proposed fencing is consistent with other homes in the area and consistent with the
Historic Guidelines.
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CERTIFICATE OF
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331 S. Chestnut – COA2201-05
DATE
January 27, 2022
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Petitioner: Wesley Andrews
Property Owner: Wesley Andrews
Agent: N/A
Location: 331 S. Chestnut
Review Status and History (May not be exhaustive )
Submission Status: N/A
Previous Approvals: Petitioner was approved for a 3ft fence at the Dec 2021
meeting
1984/2007 Historic
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N/A
Proposed Alteration, Renovation, or Addition
The following alterations have been requested by the applicant. See the application
included in Attachment A for a description of each element.
1. Construct a gate that will match the fence currently installed.
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PLANNING STAFF EVALUATION:
Reviewed by: Tommie Williams
Site Visits Conducted: January 2022
Recommendation: Approval
The proposed project is in keeping with the Historic
Preservation Guidelines for Residential and Commercial
buildings. The proposed project does not detract from the
existing structure.
Evaluation:
The requested alterations were reviewed against the Commission’s Certificate of Appropriateness review
policy and the standards contained in the Prattville Commercial Design Review Guidelines Manual and
the Prattville Residential Design Review Guidelines Manual. The relevant sections of the manual are
included. Staff comments/evaluations are summarized at the end of each section.
1. Construct a gate that will be 42 inches tall with a 3 +/- in ground clearance
Fences and Walls (Residential Guidelines, page 46)
Historically, fences and walls have been used to define ownership or function and 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 for 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.
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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 ties, or timber fences may be located in rear yards but
should be avoided on the fronts of houses.
Analysis:
The applicant is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) to allow for the installation of a
decorative gate that will match the existing gate. The gate will be black metal and stand approximately
42 inches in height with a 3+/- in clearance. There is not currently a dwelling on the parcel. The
applicant should be aware that the guidelines state the gate should be less than three feet tall.
The existing fence is four feet tall and was installed by the City of Prattville several years ago when the
City was leasing the lot for additional parking at City Hall.
Until the proposed gate is constructed, the applicant proposes installing a temporary cable with an
attached sign that reads “No Trespassing” across the entry. The staff is recommending that the cable
be black to match the existing fence.
Current Fence
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BILL GILLESPIE, JR.
MAYOR
J. SCOTT STEPHENS, AICP DIRECTOR
MEMORANDUM
TO: Historic Preservation Commission
FROM: Scott Stephens
DATE: January 21, 2022
RE: Historic District Street Sign Toppers
The Engineering Department has money budgeted specifically for signage for the Historic District.
Please see attached designs for discussion and consideration.
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