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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20120905MINUTES HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY September 5, 2012 A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The regular monthly meeting of the Historic District Commission was called to order on Wednesday. September 5, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in Conference Room I of the Washington County Administrative Annex, 80 West Baltimore Street. Members present included: Chairman Charles Stewart, George Anikis, Gary Rohrer, Rob Bowman, and Kurt Cushwa Also present were Staff members Stephen Goodrich and Debra Eckard. B. MINUTES Mr. Bowman made a motion to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2012 meeting as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anikis and unanimously approved. C. COMMUNICATIONS AND BILLS Members received a copy of the MAHDC newsletter with their agenda packets. D. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None E. BUDGET None F. NEW BUSINESS Permit # 2012-03261 — 14134 Windy Haven Road Mr. Goodrich presented for review and approval Permit # 2012-03261 for property located at 14134 Windy Haven Road in the Ringgold Rural Village zone. However, property is not located in the historic portion of the Rural Village. The applicant is proposing a 680 square foot covered front wrap around porch with a 432 sq. ft. open deck to the rear of the existing dwelling. Motion and Vote: Mr. Rohrer made a motion to approve Permit # 2012-03261 for property located at 14134 Windy Haven Road in the Ringgold Rural Village zone because this is a non-contributing structure outside the historic portion of the Ringgold Rural Village and there will be no negative impact on the Rural Village. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cushwa and unanimously approved. Permit # 2012-03575 -17702 Spielman Road Mr. Goodrich presented for review and approval Permit # 2012-03575 for property located at 17702 Spielman Road in the Fairplay Rural Village zone. However, the property is not located in the historic portion of the Rural Village. The applicant is proposing to construct an 864 -square foot pre -fabricated storage building to the rear of the dwelling. Discussion and Comments: Mr. Goodrich explained how the boundary of the rural villages was originally determined. He noted that rural villages are designated as Priority Funding Areas in the Comprehensive Plan, which makes them eligible for State funding for public utilities such as water and sewerage systems. Motion and Vote: Mr. Anikis made a motion to approve Permit # 2012-03575 for property located at 17702 Spielman Road in the Fairplay Rural Village zone because this is a non-contributing structure outside the historic portion of the Fairplay Rural Village and there will be no negative impact on the Rural Village. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bowman and unanimously approved. Yale Drive Extended Mr. Goodrich began his presentation by introducing Mr. Rob Slocum and Mr. Scott Hobbs with the Washington County Division of Engineering and Construction and Ms. Pam Moen of Frederick, Seibert & Associates. He reviewed a roadway project proposing to connect Yale Drive near the Meritus Regional Medical Center with Hawk Drive at the Hagerstown Community College. The purpose of the project is to relieve traffic congestion on Robinwood Drive and facilitate commercial development opportunities within the Mt. Aetna Farm property. The proposed project will utilize federal funding through the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and is subject to cultural resources review under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (as amended) and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. According to the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties, two historic properties were identified in the project area: Antietam Hall (MIHP no. WA -I-065) and a late 19th century brick house (identified as MHIP No. WA -I-439). There were no archaeological resources identified within the proposed alignment. Discussion and Comments: Mr. Rohrer asked when construction would begin on the proposed roadway. Mr. Slocum stated that proposed construction should start next spring (2013). Motion and Vote: Mr. Bowman made a motion that the HDC would not submit any comments on this project because it does not appear to have a negative effect on either of the identified historic properties. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anikis and unanimously approved. Mr. Goodrich asked members to add two items to this evening's meeting. Members agreed by consensus to add these items. G. OTHER BUSINESS Membership Appointments Mr. Stewart's term on the Commission expired on June 30th During the May meeting, members recommended two individuals for possible appointment to the Commission. Mr. Goodrich has contacted these individuals, but they are unable to serve at this time due to other commitments. Mr. Goodrich also noted that Mr. Rohrer's first term will expire on October 31st and Mr. Clemens first term will expire on December 31st this year. Under the guidelines established by the County Commissioners, Mr. Rohrer and Mr. Clemens are both eligible for re -appointment if they so desire. Mr. Rohrer stated that he is interested in continuing on the Commission. Members briefly reviewed several applications received by the County Commissioner's office for individuals interested in serving on the Commission. Motion and Vote: Mr. Rohrer made a motion to recommend to the Board of County Commissioners the appointment of Sandra Izer to fill Mr. Stewart's vacancy. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bowman and unanimously approved. Brumbaugh-Kendle-Grove Farmstead Mr. Goodrich asked Mr. Cushwa for an update on the BKG Farmstead committee that was appointed to formulate a plan to deal with the farmhouse and barn located on property of the Hagerstown Regional Airport. Mr. Cushwa stated that members received an e-mail early in the summer thanking them for their service on the committee and that they were no longer needed. He gave a brief overview of the progress of the committee and a draft plan that was developed to market the property. Mr. Cushwa noted that one of the committee's proposed uses for the farmhouse was a bed and breakfast {with a helicopter pad] for businesses already located at the Airport. The committee also suggested using the barn as a meeting facility. Members asked Mr. Goodrich to contact Mr. Ridenour at the Airport and request a copy of the final report from the committee. H. CLOSED SESSION None I. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Rohrer made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m. The motion was seconded Mr. Bowman. So ordered. Respectfully submitted, Stephen T. Goodrich Director of Planning