Explanation
This contributing frame-vernacular house is one of 5 identical adjacent houses. The applicant is seeking to construct a number of new elements as part of the rehabilitation of this contributing property. Proposed alterations include:
§ Two-story addition at the rear of the primary structure;
§ Construct a carport at the south elevation;
§ Demolish an existing non-contributing shed;
§ Construct a two-story garage/ accessory dwelling unit (approx. 485 sq. ft. footprint);
§ Construct an in-ground swimming pool with screen enclosure.
The applicant is also requesting a modification of existing zoning requirements to allow for the carport to encroach 4’ into the side-yard setback.
Recommendation
Staff finds that the requested action, as presented, is consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards, and the Historic Preservation, Rehabilitation, and Design Guidelines.
Staff to the Historic Preservation Board - Approval of HP-20-40