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FAX: 240-313-2431
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AGENDA
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
Workshop room #255
WASHINGTON COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
100 WEST WASHINGTON STREET
November 5 2014
7:00PM
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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - 7:00 PM
A. Call to Order & Roll Call
B. Minutes —
C. Communications & Bills
D. Unfinished Business
E. Budget
F. New Business
1. Permit #2014-04779, demolition of carport and new 2 story garage addition at 21605 Leiter St.,
Leitersburg Rural Village
2. Leitersburg Fire Hall in Leitersburg Rural Village — preliminary design review of new construction
G. Other Business
H. Closed Session
I. Adjournment
* = written material enclosed
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NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT THE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY MEET IN CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO SECTION 10.508, STATE GOVERNMENT
ARTICLE, ANNOTATED CODE OF MARYLAND. INDIVIDUALS REQUIRING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUESTED TO CONTACT THE WASHINGTON COUNTY
PLANNING DEPARTMENT. CONTACT PLANNING DEPARTMENT AT (240) 313-2430 VOICE/TDD TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS NO LATER THAN TEN (10) WORKING DAYS PRIOR
TO THE MEETING.
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IVR/Activity No: 2014-04779 Applied: 10/20/2014
Project No: P2014-1106 Approved:
Permit Type: RES-ADD Status: PENDING
Inspector Area: B2 District/Acct No: 09003010
Job Address: 21605 LEITER STREET HN
Location: LOR 21605 LEITER STREETfl
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Parcel No: 026-09-0011-00000
Zoning Dist: RURAL VILLAGE 22
Floodplain:
Applicant: HOUSEHOLDER EDWARD C
21605 LEITER ST r tLi�;Itl
HAGERSTOWN, MD
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Phone Number: 301-988-6634
Owner: HOUSEHOLDER RYAN E & EDWARD C
Contractor:
Phone Number:
Contractor Lic. No:
Description:
DEMOLISH CARPORT TO CONSTRUCT 96 SQ FT FINISHED SPACE ONE STORY ADDITION ON
PARTIAL (60 SQ FT) CRAWL SPACE TO LEFT OF DWELLING TO EXPAND THE DINING ROOM
AND 1176 SQ FT TWO STORY ATTACHED GARAGE TO LEFT OF DWELLING WITH UNFINISHED
STORAGE SPACE ABOVE, FRAME CONSTRUCTION, PRE-ENGINEERED ROOF TRUSSES
Foundation Size: 28 X 36
Type of Heat...:
HEAT
Public Sewer...:
N
Public Water...:
N
Gas............:
N
Electric.......:
Y
Construction Valuation: $1 5,000.00
Code Enforced: 2012 INT'L RESIDENTIAL CODE
Decorative Heating Appliance:
Setbacks
Lot Tract Area
Lot Area Per Family
Front Yard Setback
Rear Yard Setback
Left Side Setback
Right Side Setback
Lot Width
Exterior Finish:
VINYL/BRICK
Air Conditioning:
Y
Septic....................:
EXISTING
Time Existed:
Well.......................:
EXISTING
Time Existed:
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A/R
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No. of Half Bathrooms: 0
No. of Bedrooms: 0
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This permit has been reviewed by the Washington County Division of Plan Review and Permitting office
and meets all applicable local and state codes and ordinances. Should you have any questions,
please contact our department at 240-313-2460 between the hours of 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday.
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REVIEW GUIDELINES FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION IN THE RURAL VILLAGE
DISTRICT WITH COMPLETED HISTORIC INVENTORY
Section 5D.5 Architectural Review
It is the intention of the Rural Village designation to promote new
-)ment that is consistent in type, scale and appearance with existing
(a) In Rural Villages that are identified in.Washin ton Count 's
Sites Inventory, individual parcels identified in the same inventory
when the village is not identified, properties listed in Maryland's.
Inventory of.. Historic Places or properties listed in the National
Register -of Historic Places, the exterior appearance of new
construction that requires a building permit, except buildings ofA-00 Z.0°
square feet or less, shall be subject to review and approval or
disapproval by the Washington County Historic District
Commission. The Historic District Commission shall' use the
adopted review guidelines as provided in• Article 20 of the Zoning
Ordinance. -
1. In addition to the adopted guidelines the Historic District
Commission shall give consideration to the followin in its
rlofcrm,ntmn of annrnnna a axtPrinr appearance of -new
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e. lighting
f. setbacks
g. accessory structures
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(b) All applications for- new construction, except buildings of 1-0C square
feet or less, shall provide accurately scaled and detailed elevation
drawings of all sides of the structure for review as part of -the
building permit or site plan review, whichever is first applicable.
(c) As other Rural Villages or individual properties within the Rural Village
district are evaluated to determine their historic significance
according to Maryland Historical Trust guidelines and are added to
the- Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties, Washington County's
Inventory of Historic Properties or the National Register of Historic
Places, the exterior appearance of those structures shall also
become subject to the review and approval or disapproval of the
Historic District Commission.
The requirement for Historic District Commission review of exterior
appearance in Rural Villages added after original adoption of this
Ordinance shall apply only after a public hearing during which the
affected property owners have had the opportunity to provide input.
Section 20.3 Historic District Commission Duties & Powers
(a) The Commission shall act upon all applications as required by Section
20.6, Historic Preservation district, Section 5D.4, Rural Village
District and Article 20A, Antietam Overlay District of this Ordinance.
Section 20.6 Activity Within an "HP" Zone
The Commission shall consider only exterior features of a structure which
would affect the historic, archeological, or architectural significahce of the site or
structure, any portion of which Is visible or intended to be visible from a public
way, and shall not consider. any interior arrangements, although interior changes
may still be subject to building permit procedures.
The Commission shall render a decision on a com leted application witnin
45 days of receipt of the compete application. Failure to act within t e specified
time period shall be considered an approval of the application by the
Commission, The 45 -day review period may be extended upon agreement by the
Commission and the applicant.
(a) The permit application shall be approved by the Commission if it is
consistent with.the following criteria:
1. The proposal does not substantially alter the exterior features of
the structure.
2. The ro osal is com atible in character and nature with the
historical, archeological, architectural or cultura ea ures of
the site structure or district and would not be detrimental to
achievement of the purposes of this Article,
3. The proposal would enhance or aid in the protection,
preservation and public or private utilization, of the site or
structure, in a manner compatible with its historical,
archeological, architectural or cultural value.
4. The proposal is necessary in order that unsafe conditions or
health hazards be remedied.
5. The "Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and
Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings" and
subsequent revisions are to be used as guidance only and
are not to be considered mandatory. (* SEE ATTACHMENT)
(b) In reviewing the plans for any such construction or change, the
Commission shall give consideration to and not disapprove an
application except with respect to the factors specified below.
1. The historic or architectural value and significance of the site or
structure and its relationship to the historic or architectural
value and significance of the surrounding area.
2. The relationship of the exterior architectural features of the
structure to the remainder of the structure and to the
surrounding area.
3. The general compatibility of exterior design, scale, proportion,
arrangement, texture, and materials proposed to be used.
4. Any other factors including aesthetic• factors, which the
Commission deems to be pertinent.
(c) The Commission - shall be strict in its judgment of plans for those
structures, sites or districts deemed to be valuable according to
studies performed for districts of historic or architectural value. The
Commission shall be lenient in .its judgment of plans involving new
construction, unless such plans would seriously impair the historic or
architectural value of surrounding structures or the surrounding area.
(d) The Commission shall deny a permit if it finds, based on evidence and
information presented to or before the Commission, that the alteration
for which the permit is sought would be inappropriate or inconsistent
with, (a), (b) or (c) above, or detrimental to the preservation,
enhancement, or ultimate protection of the historic structure site or
district.or the purpose of this Article as stated in Section 20.0, The use
of the Secretaryof the Interior's "Standards" noted in §20,6(a)(5)
above is advisory only and not mandatory.
1. If the Commission determines that the permit should be denied, it
shall provide a written statement of the basis for denial with
specific references to the goals of this Article. The Commission
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may also, at its discretion, provide the applicant with suggestions
or recommendations for revisions to the proposal.
2. A building permit shall not be issued if the Commission has
disapproved the application.
3. Nothing shall prevent the applicant from modifying the permit
application to address suggestions made by the Commission to
meet the purpose of this Article.
(e) It is not the intent of this Section,. nor is the Commission required, to
limit new construction, alteration or repairs to any one period of
architectural style.
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* SEE ALSO ATTACHED
RURAL VILLAGES WITH COMPLETED HISTORIC INVENTORIES THAT
TRIGGER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF
BUILDING PERMITS FOR EXTERIOR APPEARANCE OF NEW CONSTRUCTION
Rohrersville
Tilghmanton
Fairplay
Pen Mar
Highfield/Cascade
Antietam Village
Sandy Hook
Ringgold
Leitersburg
RURAL VILLAGES WITH COMPLETED HISTORIC INVENTORIES THAT DO
NOT REQUIRE HDC APPROVAL OF PERMITS FOR THE EXTERIOR
APPEARANCE OF NEW CONSTRUCTION (located in the urban growth area, RV
zoning not applied as part of the Rural Area Rezoning)
Maugansville
Cavetown
The Secretary of the Interior
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c.hnosin ppropriate Tre[3lment Guidelines
for the H stone Building
The Standards are neither technical nor prescriptive, but are Intended to promote responsible -Historical overvie
preservation practices that help protect our Nation's irreplaceable cultural resources. For Exterior Materials
example, they cannot, in one b u ildem should be saved and which can e5 be used to make ealdecislons about
be changed. But once Masonry
which features of the d, the c building a h; r --i rietais
a treatment is selected, Standards provide philosophical consistency to the work. Arco
The four treatment approaches are Preservation, Rehabilitation, Restoration, and
Exterior Features
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Reconstruction, outlined below in hierarchical order and explained: n W
Entrap -es + Porches
fabric The rst treatment, preservation, places a high premium le the retentions f all continuum
storefronts
through conservation, maintenance and repair. It reflects a building
over time, through successive occupancies, and the respectful changes andInterior Features
:alterations cr r I sy t n,
that are made. s/Fe tures/Finis
nin Reabilitation th second treatment, per = vs ems
mater als, but more latitude is provided emphasizes
for replacement because tis assuihistoric
med tr of he
property is more deteriorated prior to Work. (Both Preservation and Rehabilitation 'n
standards focus, attention on the preservation of those mot e(aisI historic character.)
spaces,.'and spatial relationships that, together, give a p p rty Special Requlremen
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Restoration, the third treatment, focuses on the retention of materials from the most A f blli
art 's history, while permitting the removal.of materials from uPaith + safzev
significant time in a prop. y NewAidiuo 5
other periods.
Reconstruction, the fourth treatment, establishes orobject
blishelimited opportunities
new moo re-create a
non -surviving site, landscape, building, structure,
Choosing the most appr'sphistoricaltmentlora sign fcance,Uildng requires careful decision-
asfwell taking into account a number
making';about a building
of other considerations:
Relative importance in history. Is the building a nationally significant resource --a rare.
it? NationaltHistoric Landmarks; designated fcraftsman?
r their nexcBeptional d ar important
in Amt take erican'n
• history;' or many buildings individually listed In the National Register ofteh.warrant .
Preservation or Restoration. Buildinga that contribute to the significance of a historic district
but are not individually listed In the National Register more frequently undergo Rehabilitation
for a compatible new use.
Physical condition. What is the existing condition --or degree of material Integrity --of the
Building prior to work? Has the original
lpart of theibuilding's l history? Pretact or ses rt rvation may bered over
time? pAre the alterations an imp
• building'sthistoreal significanceive ' if the features,
reqand u spaces
extensive repair and convey., e
replacement, or if alterations or, additions are necessa ew u e, then
or olReRehabilitation is
probably the most appropriate treatment. These key questions play 1
In
determining what treatment is selected.
Proposed use. An essential, practical question to ask Is: Will the building be used as it was
historically or will.it be given a new use? Many historic ebuildingsyse propertiescan
beadapted
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uses
without seriously damaging their historic character; sp
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Using the Standards and Guidelines for a Preservation, 'Rehabilitation, Restoration, or Rec1'age 1 of 2
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Uiflg the Standards and Guide€tries for a
Esreservat€on, penabilitatton, Restoration.
or Recorlstrurtkon Project ,
Background. Ih the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 36, Parks, Forests, grid Public
Property, Chapter, ('National Park Service, Department of the Interior"), Parts 1 to 99,
Revised as of July 1, 1998, p. 329, it states: PART 68 --The Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. AUTHORITY: National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, (16 U.S.C. 470 at seq.); Section 2124 of the Tax
Reform'Act rf 1976, 90 Stat. 1918; EO 11593, 3 CFR Part 75 (1971); sec. 2 of
Reorganization Plan No. 3 of 195O(64 Stat. 1262). Federal Register Source: Volume 60,
page 35843, July 12, 1995.
History.. The Secretary of the interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties are
the Secretary's best advice to everyone on how to protect a wide range of historic properties.
By separate regulatoor , the Secretary has required the application of the Standards in certain
programs that the Secretary administers through the National Park Seryice.They apply to all
proposed development grant-in•aid projects assisted through the national Historic
Preservation Fund, and are intended -to be applied to a wide variety of resource types,
• Including'buildings, sites, structures, objects, and districts.
The Standards, revised in 1992, were codified as 36 CFR Part 68 in the July 12, 1995
Federal Register (Vol. 60, No. 133). The revision, replaces the 1978 and 1983 versions of 36
CFR 68 entitled The Secretary of the interior's Standards for Historic Preservation Projects, It
Is noted that another regulation, 36 CFR 67, focuses on "certified historic structures" as
defined by the IRS Code of 1986. The Standards for Rehabilitation in 36 QFR 67 should
always be used when property owners are seeking certiflcationforFederal tax benefits.
How to Use the Standards and Guidelines. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring
and Reconstructing Historic Buildings are intended to provide guidance to historic building
owners and building managers, preservation consultants,architects, contractors, and project
reviewers prior to treatment. As noted, while the treatment. Standards are designed to be
applied to all historic resource types included in the National Register of Historic Places --
buildings, sites, structures,, districts, and objects —the Guidelines apply to specific resource
types; in this case, buildings.
The Guidelines have been prepared to assist In applying the Standa'rds'to all project work;,
consequently, they are not meant to give case -specific advice or address ;exceptions or rare
instances. erefore; it Is recommended that the advice of qualified historic preservation
professionals be obtained early in the planning stage of the project. Such professionals may
Include architects, architectural historians, historians, historical engineers; archeologists, and
others who have experlence in working with, historic buildings'.
The Guidelines pertain, to both exterior and interior wbrk'on historic buildings of all sizes,
materials, and types. Those approaches to work treatments and techniques that'are
consistent with The Secretary of the.lnterior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Properties are listed in the "Recommended" column on the left; those which are inconsistent
with the Standards are fisted In the "Not Recommended" column on the right.
One section of this web site Is devoted to each of the four treatments, Preservation,
Rehabilitation, Restoration, and Reconstruction.
Each section contains one set of Standards and accompanying Guidelines that are to
be used throughout the course of a project. The Standards for the first treatment,
Preservation, require retention of the greatest amount of historic fabric, along with the
building's historic form, features, and detailing as they have evolved over time. The
Rehabilitation Standards acknowledge the need to after or add to a historic building to meet
continuing or new uses while retaining the building's historic character. The Restoration
Standards allow for the depiction of a building at a particular time in its history by preserving
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1. A property.wlll be used as it was historically, or be given a new use that maximizes
the retention of distinctive materials, features, spaces, and spatial relationships. Where
a treatment and use have not been Identified, a.property will be protected and, if
necessary, stabilized until additional work may be undertaken. I
2. The historic character of a property will be retained and preserved. The replacement
of intact or repairable historic materials or alteration of features,' spaces, and spatial
relationships that characterize a property will' be avoided.
3. Each property will be recognized as a physical record.of its time, place, and use.
Work needed to stabilize, consolldaae, and conserve existing historic materials and
features will be physically and visually compatible, Identifiable upon close inspection,
and properly documented for future research.
4. Changes to a property that have acquired historic significance in their own right will
be retained and preserved.
5. Distinctive materials, features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of
craftsmanship. that characterize a property will be preserved.
6. The existing condition of historic features will be evaluated to determine the
appropriate level of Intervention needed. Where the severity of deterioration requires
repair or limited replacement of a distinctive feature; the new material will match the
old in composition, design, color, and texture.
7. Chemical or.physical treatments, If appropriate,. will be undertaken using the gentlest
means possible. Treatments that cause damage to historic materials will not be used.
8. Archeological resources will be protected and preserved in place. if such resources
must be disturbed, mitigation measures will be undertaken.
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property's restoration period.
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Mechanical Systems
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Work needed to stabilize, consolidate and conserve materials and features from the
restoration period.will be physically_ and visually compatible; identifiable upon close
Inspection, and properly documented for future research.
4. Materials, features, spaces, and finishes that characterize other historical periods
will be documented prior to their alteration or removal.
5. Distinctive -materials, features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of
craftsmanship. that characterize the restoration period will be preserved.
6. Deteriorated features from the restoration period will be repaired rather than
replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive
feature, the new feature will match the old in design, color, texture, and, where
possible, materials.
7. Replacement of missing features from the restoration period will be substantiated by
documentary and physical evidence. A false sense of history will not be created by
adding conjectural features, features from other properties, or by combining features
that never existed together historically.
8. Chemical or physical treatments, if appropriate, will be undertaken using the gentlest
means possible. Treatments that cause damage to historic materials will not be used.
9. Archeological resources affected by a project will be protected and preserved in
place. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures, will be undertaken.
10. Designs that were never executed historically will not be constructed. `.
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historic materials, features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property.
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integrity of the property and its environment.
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LNPS Form 10-900 -` OMB No. 10024-0018
(Oct. 1990)
United States Department of the Interior
National Park Service
National Register of Historic Places
Registration Form
This form is for use in nominating or requesting determinations for individual properties and districts. See instructions in How to Complete the National
Register of Historic Places Registration Form (National Register Bulletin 16A). Complete each item by marking "x" In the appropriate box or by entering
the information requested. If any item does not apply to the property being documented, enter "N/A" for "not applicable," For functions, architectural
classification, materials, and areas of significance, enter only categories and subcategories from the instructions. Place additional entries and narrative
items on continuation sheets (NPS Form 10-900a). Use a typewriter, word processor, or computer, to complete all items.
1. Name of Property
historic name Leitersburg Historic District
other names MIHP site
2. Location
street & number N/A ❑ not for publication
city or town Leitersburg ❑ vicinity
state MD
code county Washington code 043 zip code 21742
3. State/Federal Agency Certification
As the designated authority under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, I hereby certify that this ❑ nomination ❑
request for determination of eligibility meets the documentation standards for registering properties in the National Register of Historic
Places and meets the procedural and professional requirements set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. In my opinion, the property ❑ meets ❑ does
not meet the National Register criteria. I recommend that this property be considered significant O nationally ❑ statewide ❑ locally. (O
See continuation sheet for additional comments).
Signature of certifying official/Title Date
State or Federal agency and bureau
my
Signature of certifying official/Title Date
State or Federal agency and bureau
4. National Park Service Certification
I hereby, certify that this property is:
❑ entered in the National Register.
❑ See continuation sheet.
❑ determined eligible for the National
Register.
❑ See continuation sheet.
❑ Determined not eligible for the National
Register.
❑ removed from the National Register.
❑ other (explain):
Signature of the Keeper
Date of Action
Leitersburg Historic District
Washington MD
Name of Property
County and State
5. Classification
Ownership of Property
Category of Property
Number of Resources within Property
(Check as many boxes as apply)
(Check only one box)
(Do not include previously listed resources in the count)
X private
❑ building(s)
Contributing Noncontributing
X public -local
_X district
148 71
buildings
❑ public -State
❑ site
5
sites
❑ public -Federal
❑ structure
3
structures
❑ object
objects
156 71
Total
Name of related multiple property listing
number of contributing resources previously
(Enter "N/A" if property is not part of a multiple property listing)
listed in the National Register
N/A
zero
6. Function or Use
Historic Functions
Current Functions
(Enter categories from instructions)
(Enter categories from instructions)
Domestic/village site
Domestic/ single dwelling
Domestic/ hotel
Commerce/Trade/ specialty store
Transportation/ horse-drawn wagon
Religious/ religious facility
Education/ educational facility
Domestic/ village site
Domestic/ single dwelling
Domestic/ multiple dwelling
Religion/ religious facility
Commerce
7. Description
Architectural Classification Materials
(Enter categories from instructions) (Enter categories from instructions)
Other: early through late 1 91 century log,
stone, brick, or frame vernacular
Federal Georgian
Greek Revival
Victorian
Foursouare
foundation Stone, brick, concrete
walls Brick, stone, wood, concrete block
roof Asphalt, metal, slate
other iron
Narrative Description
(Describe the historic and current condition of the property on one or more continuation sheets)
LNPS Form 10-900-a
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United States Department of the Interior
National Park Service
OMB Approval No. 1024-0018
National Register of Historic Places Leitersburg Historic District
Name of Property
Continuation Sheet
Section 7 Page 1
Description Summary:
County and State
Leitersburg is an early 19'" century village located in the northeast corner of Washington Co
MD, about 3 miles south of the Pennsylvania state line. The village square is centered on the
intersection of the old Nicholson's Gap Road, which runs gently downhill from northeast to
southwest, and the Smithsburg-Leitersburg-Greencastle (PA) road which runs downhill from the
southeast to the Antietam Creek several hundred yards to the northwest. This square retains
three original early 19'" century brick buildings; a tavern, general store, and dwelling; as well as
a late 1 911 century wooden frame grocery store/ meeting hall. Most of the 30 original log
buildings, somewhat altered, remain. These are ty ically simple, vernacular buildin s. Several
examples of brick, stone, and wood frame buildings are ound in the village, as well as historic
institutions including churches and a 1914 school. The tree -shaded town retains its
approximate 1815-1830 appearance and its rural setting amidst 200 -year -old farms. The
construction of the MD Rt. 60 bypass in the 1950's helped preserve the town.
General Description:
The Leitersburg Historic District consists of 53 original lots plus 6 lots added in the early
19'" century. Several adjacent 1 9'b century buildings that were an integral part of the town have
also been included.
The town is laid out along the northeast -southwest Nicholson's Gap Road, later renamed the
Leitersburg Turnpike (but called Main St in the village), and recently renamed again, to Leiter
St., and the southeast -northwest Leitersburg-Smithsburg Road (Church St.) and Leitersburg-
Greencastle Road (Water, and later Antietam Street). This last road, now called Leiter's Mill
Road, runs downhill several hundred yards northwest of the square, crossing the Antietam
Creek over an 1839 two -arch stone bridge. Buildings are set well back from the intersection,
creating a broad paved square. MD Rt 60, built in the early 1950's, removed the pressure of
modern traffic from the town, helping to preserve Leitersburg's historic appearance.
A system of back alleys serves the rear of the lots. Large trees throughout the town were
recently supplemented by a planting project of small flowering street trees to enhance the
village. The only section of Leitersburg that was not developed in the historic period was the
southeast side of Main, now Leiter, Street. In 1947, modern bungalows and "Cape Cod" style
houses were built on this stretch of seven lots. These houses fit the village pattern and do not
detract from the original dwellings.
With its location on the busy Nicholson's Gap Road, which ran from Hagerstown, MD, to
York, PA, and the cross road which connected Greencastle, PA, with Baltimore, Leitersburg
thrived commercially. Many buildings served as hotels and stores. Andrew Leiter's circa 1812
one-story stone tavern (21400 Leiter St.) was rebuilt as a spacious 2 -story brick structure in the
1830's. Ground's Store (21 500 Leitersburg- Smithsburg Road) was built as an impressive two-
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story 6 -bay -long brick building whose facade was laid in a distinctive diapered, or diamond,
pattern, unique in this region. Burkhart's Hotel (21324 Leiter St.) was built in stone and log,
Samuel Lyday's hotel (21536 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Road) was built in brick, and Lahm's Hotel
(21413 Leiter St.) was constructed in log with one stone end wall.
LNPS Form 10-900-a
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United States Department of the Interior
National Park Service
National Register of Historic Places
Continuation Sheet
Section 7 Page 2
OMB Approval No. 1024-0018
Leitersburg Historic District
Name of Property
WA MD
County and State
Wagonmakers, blacksmiths, tailors, weavers, and shoemakers worked out of their homes.
The houses that were built for these working-class residents were primarily of practical log
construction. These houses were intended to be covered and protected from the elements with
clapboarding, but they were often whitewashed as a temporary measure until finances allowed
for proper siding. They ranged in size from one-story two -room cabins (21319 Leiter St.) to two-
story Georgian -plan buildings extended by additions (21413 Leiter St.). Even the smallest
structure was later enlarged with additions or raised in height. Every building stood on a stone
foundation, usually with a cellar, and was heated by an exterior stone chimney (21412 & 21413
Leiter St.) or an interior brick chimney.
As the town prospered several homes of more expensive stone or brick construction
appeared. Dr. James Johnson's home at 21428 Leiter St. is a two-story stone house with a brick
addition. The 1 846 brick Leiter House at 21318 Leiter St. is the single representative of high -
style Greek Revival interior detailing in the village.
Although many of the ancillary buildings to these homes have disappeared, examples of
each type of outbuilding are extant in the Leitersburg Historic District. Modern sheds that have
replaced their historical counterparts occupy similar locations on the lots and serve comparable
functions.
Mid 1 through early 20`century buildings were more often constructed in brick or frame
construction. Victorian details such as bay windows and jigsawn porch trim proliferated. Several
examples of the early 20'" century Foursquare style represent the last significant building period
in town. The 1926 centennial addition to St. Paul's Lutheran Church provides an end point to
Leitersburg's architectural development.
Several original sections of sidewalk are paved with large flat slabs of limestone. Stone walls,
dry -laid along alleys and finished with crenellated caps when bordering yards, are found
throughout the village.
With the exception of the Leitersburg Hotel, commercial structures in Leitersburg have been
adapted for residential use. Although their use has changed they have been maintained and
except for modern claddings these buildings survive in their original form.
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National Park Service
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Continuation Sheet Name of Property
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The timber framed bank barn on this property originally accompanied the farmhouse at 21531.
Ringgold St. A small frame late 20°' century house was built north of the barn when the farmstead was
divided.
This is one of two such barns in Leitersburg. The lower stone level retains an original divided
"Dutch" board and batten door with wrought iron strap hinges. The upper level has a west -facing
forebay and the typical earthen ramp access on the east. Although the barn has been covered with
vertical metal siding it retains its original form and many original materials. The structure is covered by
a metal roof.
This barn, still in use with the adjoining farm, commands a panoramic view of the Cumberland
Valley. This farm as well as the one at 21 536 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Road represent Leitersburg's
agricultural heritage.
1877: S. Daywalt
21 505 Ringgold St. Contributing: 2
Late 19`" century Non-contr.: 1
This log and frame house faces the "Y" to the north. The L-shaped structure stands two stories tall over
a stone cellar. A porch wraps around the north and east sides of the house. The building has three
brick chimneys: one at either end of the main structure and one at the south end of the ell. German
siding covers the house and asphalt shingles cover the roof.
A small section connects the ell to a frame summer kitchen.
This house is one of a group of six that surround the "Y" around the toll house at the eastern end
of Leitersburg. This group is a cluster of mid -19`" century buildings, reflecting the importance of the
toll road.
1877: D.F. Nigh
The south side of Leiter St east of 21413 (Lot #59) was not laid out in lots, but traditionally was used
for orchards and gardens to support the residents of Leitersburg. This part of town was developed in
the late 1940's when Cape Cods and ranchers were built. Although these houses do not match the
original architecture of the town they are compatible in scale and spacing, and the lots are well wooded
and landscaped. The lots back up to the Ruritan Leitersburg Park adjoining the old Leitersburg School.
This row of mid -20`" -century infill terminates at 21 505 Ringgold St., one of the cluster of houses at the
"Y". These properties are as follows, starting adjacent to 21413 and running east:
21419 Leiter St.
Brick Cape Cod style house, modern garage
21423 Leiter St.
Frame cottage, modern garage
Non-contr.: 2
Non-contr.: 2
21431 Leiter St. Non-contr.: 1
1940's gas station completely remodeled as Leitersburg Fire Hall
21433 Leiter St. Non-contr.: 5
Two-story frame house, 4 sheds
LeiNPS Form 10-900-a
(8-86)
United States Department of the Interior
National Park Service
OMB Approval No. 1024-0018
National Register of Historic Places Leitersburg Historic District
Name of Property
Continuation Sheet
WA MD
Section 8 Page 2 County and State
Summary Statement of Significance:
The Leitersburg Historic District is significant under National Register Criterion A. This
village played an important role in the settlement and commercial and agricultural development
of Washington County and the surrounding region. Leitersburg was founded in 1815 by Andrew
Leiter after the 1 807 Greencastle -Baltimore Road was constructed to intersect the Nicholson's
Gap Road on his property. The town developed with many hotels and commercial
establishments to serve travelers on the two roads. The town also served as an exchange point
between the many mills and distilleries located on the nearby Antietam Creek. The village
continued to prosper when nine miles of the Nicholson's Gap Road was rebuilt as the
Leitersburg Turnpike in 1847. The Leitersburg Historic District is significant under National
Register Criterion C for its variety of historic architecture. The majority of early buildings were
of log construction. The 30 extant examples range from small workers' cottages to large
houses which served as hotels. Two substantial brick buildings on Leitersburg's central square
which operated as a store and a tavern form one of the most distinctive pairs of early 19`h
century commercial architecture in the county. Buildings in stone or frame construction, and
representatives of Federal, Victorian, and the early 20c1 century Foursquare styles are found in
the village. Leitersburg's growth stagnated in the early 20th century when it failed to secure a
railroad line, and the town's architecture was further preserved after the building of the MD Rt.
60 bypass. in the 1950's.
Resource History and Historic Context:
The Leitersburg area in northeast Washington County, Maryland, was first settled in 1738.
The region was sparsely populated until after the French and Indian War in the early 1760's.
This territory was part of Frederick County until the formation of Washington County in 1776.
Under both jurisdictions it was part of the Antietam Hundred. Several election districts were
created in 1838, and the Leitersburg area was designated Election District No. 9. The
boundaries were reduced with the creation of the Ringgold District (No. 14) to the east in 1 860
and the Chewsville District (No. 18) to the southwest in 1872. The Mason-Dixon Line forms the
Leitersburg District's boundary to the north. South Mountain rises several miles to the east.
English settlers came to this area from eastern Maryland in the mid 181 century. The more
numerous German inhabitants arrived from Pennsylvania, especially Lancaster County,
throughout the late 18ih and early 19i1 centuries. These families included the Zieglers, Leiters,
Wolfingers, Mentzers, Strites, Bells, Hartles, and Lantzes.
George Poe first patented the tract "Well Taught", which included the future site of
Leitersburg on the Antietam Creek, in 1749. In 1 762 after the land was resurveyed as "Resurvey
on Poe's Part of Well Taught", Jacob Leiter, a German settler from Lancaster Co., PA, bought 362
acres. Upon Jacob's death in 1 764 his son Jacob Jr. acquired half of the tract. Historian Herbert
C. Bell, writing in 1898, considered the house at the western edge of Leitersburg (21314
Leitersburg Pike) to be the old Leiter homestead, built by Jacob Leiter Sr. and occupied by his
son Jacob Jr. from 1 764 until his death in 1814.
The old Nicholson's Gap Road was the main route through this region in the late 18c1
century. It led from Baltimore, Maryland through what later became Rouzerville, Pennsylvania in
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State line, where It met the new road leading to Waynesboro. This road and the old Nicholson's
Gap Road from Leitersburg to Hagerstown was rebuilt as the Hagerstown -Waynesboro Turnpike,
popularly known as the Leitersburg Pike, in 1847.
Leitersburg's populace included Revolutionary War and War of 1 812 veterans in the early
days of the town. The Civil War affected the village not only through its young men's service as
soldiers, but also through the passage of Confederate troops through the town, especially after
the Battle of Gettysburg. Some residents moved their horses and livestock to Pennsylvania to
prevent their expropriation by the enemy. In the early 20i1 century Leitersburg honored soldiers
from World War I with a memorial on the square.
As opportunities were limited even in a commercially successful village like Leitersburg,
some residents moved westward and became famous through their enterprise. Most notably
Henry Yesler became a founder of Seattle, Washington in the 1850's, and Levi Z. Leiter was a
founder of Marshall Field's Department Store in Chicago in the 1860's. They were both
nationally known businessmen and millionaires. Leiter's daughter Mary, as wife of Lord Curzon,
became Vicereine of India at the turn of the century and was one of the most famous women in
the world.
In 1 853 Leitersburg was incorporated as a municipality. Under this government, "the streets
were improved, the sidewalks were curbed and paved..." (Bell), but the community sustained
little interest, and within a few years the town government lapsed. Bell cites George C. Zeigler's
informal enumeration of Leitersburg's population totaling 219 in 1829, 298 in 1850, 335 in
1870, and 308 in 1880.
Businesses continued to prosper through the late 1800's, but as railroad lines were routed
through other towns, Leitersburg lost its original transportation advantage and stagnated in the
201h century. When the Leitersburg Pike was rebuilt yet again as a bypass around the town in the
early 1950's, many businesses closed. A small store and deli continued to operate in Ground's
Store until the mid -1990's. The Leitersburg Hotel, the town's founding establishment, has
outlasted all the other commercial enterprises to become the last remaining business in the
Leitersburg Historic District. The historical character of the town was preserved, however, by
the reduction of modern commercial pressure due to the Leitersburg Pike bypass.
Architectural Significance
Leitersburg is a well-preserved early 19i1 century village. The expansive paved square with
buildings set far back at the corners accommadated traffic flow at the intersection and
expanded parking space for large wagons. This distinctive feature is found in few other villages,
and it indicates that careful and optimistic planning went into the layout of the town. Sections
of stone wall and stone or brick sidewalks also contribute to the historic streetscape.
Few original buildings have been removed from the Leitersburg Historic District, and areas
of infill are not obtrusive. Although many buildings have been covered with modern materials,
nearly all retain their original fenestration patterns and a great number of homes exhibit
original details such as window framing and sash.
Leitersburg's collection of early 1911 century commercial buildings is especially significant.
The Leitersburg Hotel, Ground's Store, and Lahm's. Lyday's, and Burkhart's hotels show a great
range of commercial structures built in log, stone, and brick between 1815 and about 1835.
Original features such as the network of doors and porches demonstrate the circulation
patterns in the hotels. Later 19th century buildings such as Virgil Miller's Confectionery and the
general store/bank at 21328 Leiter St. continued the commercial tradition.
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The aforementioned examples of religious, educational, and social institutions represent
many styles and form a network through the town. The stone arched bridge and World War I
Memorial are two structures that add another dimension to the village.
About 35 vernacular log buildings are extant in the Leitersburg Historic District. The log
shell is a versatile box that accommodates numerous modifications such as raising in height,
changing of decorative elements such as siding and trim, and enlargement by additions, while
retaining its sturdy structure and pleasing proportions. These houses range in size from small
workers' cottages, such as the row of four homes on Leiter's Mill Road, and the Toll House, to
moderate -sized two-story homes such as 21412 and 21416 Leiter St and 21 512 Leitersburg-
Smithsburg Rd., to large structures used as inns such as Lahm's Hotel and 21502 Leitersburg-
Smithsburg Rd. The smaller homes have a simple two or three room floor plan with a boxed
tightwinder stair. The larger inns were designed in the Georgian plan with an elegant central
stair flanked by pairs of parlors.
Throughout Leitersburg's history homes were expanded by enclosure of a rear porch or by
the construction of additions. Where lot frontage allowed, houses were expanded with lateral
sections such as 21 516 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd. and 21317, 21412, and 21428 Leiter St.
Many structures were extended deeper into the lot, such as 21416, 21606, 21616, and 21319
Leiter St. Single -story log homes were later raised to a full two stories in height, including
21 504 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd. and 21420 and, in modern times, 21418 Leiter St.
The Federal Period is represented in the Leitersburg Historic District by three brick buildings
on the square: The Leitersburg Hotel, Ground's Store, and Peter Middlekauff's residence, 21330
Leiter St. The Flemish bond masonry and tall jack -arched windowheads are typical of the period.
Homes built with a Federal -influenced side hall, double parlor plan include the aforementioned
Peter Middlekauff residence, 21412 Leiter St., and 21512 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd.
The 1846 Joseph Leiter House at 21318 Leiter St. was built with a Federal side -hall plan, but
its corner -block interior trim and other woodwork reflects the Greek Revival style.
The residence at 21 309 Leiter St. stands as the best representative of Victorian architecture
in the Leitersburg Historic District. Its distinctive tower and "gingerbread" trim exemplify this
style. Other buildings were "Victorianized " with bay windows (21412 and 21324 Leiter St.) and
elaborate porch trim and large windows with beveled or etched glass (21526 and 21523
Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd.) The log house at 21 543 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd. was extended
and finished in a well -detailed Victorian manner, and the stone Burkhart's Hotel (21324 Leiter
St.) received a complete Victorian remodeling.
Early 20'" century Foursquare houses exhibit fine period detail In their masonry and interior
and exterior trim. The brick home at 21506 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd. and the stone -faced
residence at 21 385 Leiter's Mill Rd. are two well -detailed, well-preserved examples of this last
significant building period in Leitersburg's history.
Examples of various types of outbuildin s are found throughou a Leitersburg Historic
District. The brick smoke ouse at 21 330 Leiter St. an the summer kitchen at 21428 Leiter St.
are typical auxiliary structures. About a dozen outhouses, some still In use in recent years, are
extant in the village. Without a public water (or sewer) system, cisterns store water for many
homes. 21 536 and 21543 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd. and 21 307 Leitersburg Pike each display
a fine collection of outbuildings.
Two farms with good examples of bank barns (21536 Leitersburg-Smithsburg Rd.. and
21531/21431 Ringgold St.) stand at the edge of town, marking the transition to rural land.
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United States Department of the Interior
National Park Service
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Name of Property
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County and State
Leitersburg is surrounded by historic farms, with three nearby properties listed on the National
Register of Historic Places (Lantz -Ziegler House, Good -Hartle Farm, and Rockledge- pending),
and many more farms eligible.
Although the builders of vernacular structures are usually anonymous, thanks to Herbert C.
Bell several carpenters in Leitersburg have been identified. Joseph Leiter may have built 21512,
21 517, 21519, and 21 521 Leiter St., and he certainly built the grand Leiter House. Builder
David Barnhart probably remodeled his own house, originally Burkhart's Hotel, and Samuel
Leiter built 21307 Leitersburg Pike. George, Lewis, and Frederick Ziegler, Samuel Dayhoff, and
William L. Shiess were also carpenters known to have worked in Leitersburg.
The Leitersburg Historic District exhibits a comprehensive variety of vernacular buildings as
well as examples of the Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival, Victorian, and Foursquare styles.
Leitersburg is a significantly intact early 19'" century rural Washington County village.
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IVR/Activity No: 2015-01956
Project No: P2015-0534
Permit Type: NR -ADD
Inspector Area: B2
WASHINGTON COUNTY
BUILDING & ZONING PERMIT
Applied:
Approved:
Status:
District/Acct No:
05/14/2015
PENDING
09017186
Job Address: 21431 LEITER STREET HN
Location: LOR 21431 LEITER STREET RECEIVED
Parcel No: 026-14-0143-00006
Zoning Dist: RURAL VILLAGE
Floodplain: MAY ; 52015
Applicant:
DEL NUNZIO ANTHONY
WASHINGTON COUNTY
SPECIALTY CONTRACTS GROUP
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
MORGAN-KELLER CONSTRUCTION
70 THOMAS JOHNSON DRIVE, STE 200 21702-4306
Phone Number:
301-663-0626
Owner:
FIRE CO LEITERSBURG VOLUNTEER
Contractor:
Phone Number:
Contractor Lic. No:
Description:
REPLACE 2,784 SQ FT COMMUNITY AREA IN EXISTING BUILDING WITH 2,784 SQ FT
FOUR -BAY APPARATUS BUILDING WITH ADMINISTRATIVE, OPERATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
OFFICES AND NEW RESTROOMS ON NEW CONCRETE FOUNDATION, BLOCK CONSTRUCTION WITH
PREENGINEERED TRUSSES, CONSTRUCT 62 SQ FT ADDITION TO REAR OF EXISTING BUILDING
TO HOUSE NEW FIRE PUMP AND FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM CONTROLS, BLOCK CONSTRUCTION
WITH PREENGINEERED TRUSSES, INSTALL 210 SQ FT CONCRETE PAD ON FOOTERS FOR WATER
STORAGE TANK TO SERVICE NEW SPRINKLER SYSTEM, INSTALL SPRINKLER SYSTEM PER NFPA
13 WITH SEPARATE SUBMITTAL TO STATE FIRE MARSHAL, REPLACE EXISTING HVAC UNITS
WITH PROPANE UNITS, REPLACE EXISTING SHINGLE ROOF OVER ENTIRE BUILDING
LEITERSBURG FIRE HALL
Foundation Size:
58 X 48
Exterior Finish: BLOCKIVINYL SDG
8 X 8
Air Conditioning: Y
Type of Heat...:
GAS
Septic .....................EXISTING
EXISTING
Public Sewer...:
N
Time Existed:
Public Water...:
N
Well.......................: EXISTING
Gas .............Y
Y
Time Existed:
Electric.......:
Y
Construction Type: CMTY
Construction Valuation:
$800,000.00
No. Of Bathrooms:
Code Enforced:
2012 INT'L BUILDING CODE
No. of Half Bathrooms: ??
Decorative Heating Appliance:
No. of Bedrooms: 0
Setbacks
Lot Tract Area
Lot Area Per Family
Front Yard Setback
Rear Yard Setback
Left Side Setback
Right Side Setback
Lot Width
Proposed
0.50 ACRE
0
130
40
0
90
Minimum Required
40,000 SQ FT
0
25
8
0
0
This permit has been reviewed by the Washington County Division of Plan Review and Permitting office
and meets all applicable local and state codes and ordinances. Should you have any questions,
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