HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD - City of Orlando

MEETING INFORMATION
Location
City Council Chambers
2nd Floor, City Hall
One City Commons
400 South Orange Avenue
Time
4:00 p.m.
Members Present
Harold Warren, Chairman
Earl Crittenden, Vice Chairman
Sean Lackey
Kim Sachse
Jeffrey Thompson
Emily Weidner
Members Absent
Patrick Skiffington
Devon Tully
Staff Members
Jason Burton
Richard Forbes
Kyle Shephard
David Bass
Lourdes Diaz
HISTORIC
PRESERVATION BOARD
MINUTES � OCTOBER 3, 2012
OPENING SESSION
Harold Warren, Chairperson, called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m.
Determination of a quorum. Pledge of Allegiance. Introduction of Board Members
and Staff.
Consideration of the September 5, 2012 minutes.
CONSIDERATION OF SEPTEMBER 5, 2012 MINUTES
Jeffrey Thompson MOVED to approve the Minutes of the September 5, 2012 meeting.
Kim Sachse SECONDED the motion, which was voted upon and PASSED by unanimous
voice vote.
AGENDA REVIEW
Earl Crittenden declared a conflict on the following item and filed the appropriate forms:
Item 1: 500 South Orange Avenue (HPB2012-00151)
REGULAR AGENDA
1. HPB2012-00151, 500 SOUTH ORANGE AVENUE
Applicant: Cindy Hamilton/Heritage Consulting Group, 15 W. Highland Ave.,
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Owner: GDC Orlando Hotel Owner LLC, 245 Saw Mill River Road, Hawthorne, NY
10532
District: (Commission District 5)
A request to designate the former OUC building as an Orlando Historic Landmark.
Recommended Action: Approval of the request for Orlando Historic Landmark
designation.
Richard Forbes, Historic Preservation Officer, City Planning Division, identified the subject
property using PowerPoint and gave an overview of the proposed project. He gave the history of the property and used images of
the site plan, elevations, floor plan, and Sanborn Maps to describe the request. He stated that this project is the former OUC
building and had been approved and listed in the National Register of Historic Places on June 7, 2012. Mr. Forbes read a
statement from the landmark application which nominated the subject property as an Orlando Historic Landmark for
exceptional significance under Criteria A in the area of community planning and development. This project will be reviewed
again by HPB next month, reviewing the proposed work on the building.
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Board Recommended Action:
Jeffrey Thompson MOVED to APPROVE the request. Sean Lackey SECONDED the motion, which was VOTED upon and PASSED
by unanimous voice vote (Earl Crittenden abstained).
2. HPB2012-00147, 1527 MOUNT VERNON STREET
Applicant: John Youngman, Architect, 280 S. Ronald Reagan Blvd., Suite 200, Longwood, FL 32750
Owner: Michael Calvert, 2703 Aloma Oaks Dr., Oviedo, FL 32765
District: Colonialtown South Historic (Commission District 4)
A request for approval of Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a 1004 square foot addition to rear of house and construct
a one car garage.
Recommended Action: Approval of the request, subject to staff conditions of approval.
Richard Forbes, Historic Preservation Officer, City Planning Division, identified the subject property using PowerPoint and gave
an overview of the proposed project. He gave the history of the property and used images of the site plan, elevations, floor plan,
and Sanborn Maps to describe the request. He stated that in 2007 the Board approved the demolition of the garage and
conversion of the house to an office by addition of square footage to the house and parking area at the rear. The garage was
demolished, the asbestos siding was removed to expose the wood siding, but nothing else has been done and the house is
currently boarded up. Mr. Forbes discussed the conditions of approval.
Jeffrey Thompson inquired about the correct setbacks of the property. Richard Forbes stated the property was located in the 0-
1 zoning district and would require variances for the additions, street yard setback and side yard setback. After further
discussion, Chairperson Warren asked if the applicant was present. The applicant was not present.
Board Recommended Action:
Jeffrey Thompson MOVED to APPROVE the request, subject to the following conditions:
1. All changes to this proposal to be reviewed and approved by HPB Minor Review Committee prior to permitting;
2. The existing windows shall be retained and repaired where possible. A detailed report on the condition of each original
window and repair feasibility shall be completed.
3. New visible windows shall be wood, double hung windows with an exterior, dimensional muntin pattern that matches
the existing.
4. New wood siding and trim on both the addition and proposed garage shall match the existing.
5. Any fencing shall require additional review for material, height and style.
Earl Crittenden SECONDED the motion, which was voted upon and PASSED by unanimous voice vote.
3. HPB2012-00143, 1404 EAST WASHINGTON STREET
Applicant: Jeff Mottram, JSM Construction, 241 Rippling Lane, Winter Park, FL 32789
Owner: Eugene and Louise Thompson, 3614 Rosswood Dr., Orlando, FL 32806
District: Lake Lawsona Historic District (Commission District 4)
A request for approval of Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new two story house and two story garage with apartment
above on a vacant lot.
Recommended Action: Approval of the request, subject to staff conditions of approval listed below:
1. All changes to this proposal shall be reviewed and approved by HPB Minor Review Committee prior to permitting.
2. Texture finish for stucco shall be reviewed and approved by Minor Review Committee.
3. The garage apartment windows facing the rear shall be non-vision glass or 6 feet minimum above finish floor.

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4. All windows shall have the same inset on both the first and second floors to be similar to historic wndows on
contributing properties.
5. All windows shall have traditional trim around them similar to other historic houses in the district.
6. All windows shall have dimensional, exterior muntin patterns of either 6/6 or 6/1.
7. An additional window shall be added to the front room of each floor on both the east and west facades of the main
house.
8. The materials for the entry stoop floor and steps have not been specified and shall require additional review from HPB
Minor Review Committee to ensure compatibility with historic district.
9. The garage apartment shall be set back 7 feet from the rear property line and flipped in plan so that the stair is on the
north side.
10. Recommend eliminating the recess for the A/C unit and relocating that unit to another location.
11. Recommend additional stylistic elements be added to the house and reviewed by the Minor Review Committee.
Richard Forbes, Historic Preservation Officer, City Planning Division, identified the subject property using PowerPoint and gave
an overview of the proposed project. He gave the history of the property and used images of the site plan, elevations, floor plan,
and Sanborn Maps to describe the request. He stated that the previous house on the lot was demolished in 2005. He also
stated that the red dots on the map indicated two (2) story garage apartments throughout the neighborhood located less than
the required 15 feet to the property line (anywhere from 0 to about 10 feet). Mr. Forbes discussed the conditions of approval.
Board members ensued in discussion and voiced their disapproval regarding the design of the house and garage. Richard
Forbes advised that the Board can request this case to go before the Design Review Committee for the design issues, and then
come back to HPB once the issues have been resolved. After further discussion, Chairperson Warren asked if the applicant was
present. The applicant was not present.
Katherine Russell, 1308 E. Washington St., stated that she was a City employee, but was there on her own time. Because of
her being a City employee, her neighbors have always come to her with their concerns. They stated to her that they were
concerned about the compatibility of the proposed project with the neighborhood and privacy from the garage apartments..
Alex Corzo, 21 N. Shine Ave., is concerned about the height of the garage apartment since it will be right in front of his dining
room and will obstruct light.
Emily Weidner and Earl Crittenden stated they don’t think the house fits in any way with the style, scale and massing of the
Washington St. neighborhood. Mr. Crittenden suggested the request should be denied.
Board Recommended Action:
Jeffrey Thompson MOVED to DENY the request, and requested the applicant get back with City staff and staff would decide if
the case should be reviewed by the Design Review Committee (DRC). Emily Weidner SECONDED the MOTION, which was
VOTED upon and PASSED by a unanimous voice vote.
4. HPB2012-00144, 1414 EAST WASHINGTON STREET
Applicant: Jeff Mottram, JSM Construction, 241 Rippling Lane, Winter Park, FL 32789
Owner: Eugene and Louise Thompson, 3614 Rosswood Dr., Orlando, FL 32806
District: Lake Cherokee Historic District (Commission District 4)
A request for approval of Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new two story house and two story garage with apartment
above on a vacant lot.
Recommended Action: Approval of the request, subject to staff conditions of approval.
Richard Forbes, Historic Preservation Officer, City Planning Division, identified the subject property using PowerPoint and gave
an overview of the proposed project. He gave the history of the property and presented the site plan, elevations, floor plans, and
Sanborn Maps. He stated that this house would be smaller than the proposed house of Item #3. He also stated that there were
some houses similar to the proposed house in the neighborhood, nevertheless there were several conditions that would need to
be met. Mr. Forbes discussed the conditions of approval.

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Discussion ensued regarding the size of the house relative to other houses in the neighborhood. Chairperson Warren referred
to a letter received from Mr. Chris Austin, 16 N. Lawsona Blvd., who is the neighbor to the south of the proposed property. Mr.
Austin stated in his letter that he was concerned about the property fitting in with the neighborhood. He was also concerned
about parking and of his property being devalued because of the additional properties being built.
Catriona McIvor, 1416 E. Washington St., stated she doesn’t object to the proposed building, but is surprised of the size and
height. She does not object to the garage apartment, but objects to the staircase being external. She stated there is a problem
of noise in the neighborhood and suggested the stairs be enclosed inside the garage to avoid additional noise from tenants.
She is also concerned about parking.
Kathy Russell addressed the Board again, and stated that there was a serious flooding problem down that street and was
surprised that a 3000 sq. ft. house was not considered a serious problem. Ms. Russell agreed this case should go to the Design
Review Committee because it needed to be in character with the neighborhood.
Jeffrey Thompson inquired about the average setbacks for garage apartments. Richard Forbes stated that it can vary from 0 to
about 10 ft. He stated the minimum variance allowed is 5 ft., but that a 7 ft. setback would be a good compromise. He also
stated that the size of the proposed garage apartment meets City Code for accessory apartments. Mr. Thompson inquired
about the estimated size of the structures in the neighborhood. Mr. Forbes indicated the house across the street is about 2400
square feet. There is a big variety in this area that ranges from 800 sq. ft. to 7000 sq. ft.
Richard Forbes stated the proposed house and garage are below the allowable height for the zoning district.
Jeffrey Thompson MOVED to APPROVE the request, subject to the following conditions, and that #14 and 15 become
conditions instead of recommendations:
1. All changes to this proposal to be reviewed and approved by the HPB Minor Review Committee prior to permitting.
2. Texture finish for stucco shall be reviewed and approved by Minor Review Committee.
3. The garage apartment windows facing the rear shall be non-vision glass or 6 feet minimum above finish floor.
4. All windows shall have the same inset on both the first and second floors to be similar to historic windows on
contributing structures.
5. All windows shall have traditional trim around them similar to other historic houses in the district.
6. All windows shall have dimensional, exterior muntin patterns of either 6/1 or 4 verticals/1.
7. An additional window shall be added to the front room of each floor on both the east and west facades of the main
house.
8. The eave depths for the main house and garage shall be increased to 24 to 30 inches and soffit omitted to show
exposed eaves and rafter tails.
9. The stone veneer on the front column bases shall be replaced with a more appropriate material such as brick or rock
face concrete block.
10. The materials for the porch floor and steps have not been specified and shall require additional review from HPB Minor
Review Committee to insure compatibility with historic district.
11. The garage apartment shall be set back 7 feet from the rear property line and flipped in plan so that the stair is on
north side.
12. Transparency on the ground floor of the main house shall be increased to meet the 15% requirement.
13. Shutters are shown on the front façade and these shall be installed so as to appear to operate and be ½ the width of
the window opening.
14. Recommend eliminating Eliminate the recess for the A/C unit and relocating relocate that unit to another location.
15. Recommend that the The house shall be clad in horizontal siding rather than stucco.
Motion FAILED due to no second.
Board Recommended Action:
Emily Weidner MOVED to DENY the request. Earl Crittenden SECONDED the MOTION.
Kyle Shephard suggested an explanation be given for the denial since the applicant was not present and would need an
explanation of the Board’s decision to deny.
Emily Weidner Amended the MOTION and stated the house doesn’t meet the standards of scale, size, massing and style of the
neighborhood, for which reason it should go back to the Design Review Committee for further review. The house has the same
deficiencies as the previous one.