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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5-5-10MINUTES HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY May 5, 2010 A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chairman Chris Horst called the regular monthly meeting of the Historic District Commission to order on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in Conference Room 1 of the Washington County Administrative Annex, 80 West Baltimore Street. Members present included: Chris Horst, Merry Stinson, Sandy Izer, Tom Clemens, and Gary Rohrer. Also present were Staff members Stephen Goodrich and Debra Eckard. B. MINUTES Ms. Izer made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 7, 2010 meeting as amended. Seconded by Mr. Rohrer. Unanimously approved. C. COMMUNICATIONS AND BILLS None D. UNFINISHED BUSINESS MOA — Brumbaugh/Kendle/Grove Farmstead Mr. Goodrich explained that two versions of the Memorandum of Understanding for the Brumbaugh/ Kendle/Grove Farmstead along with a copy of a letter from the Transportation Security Administration were sent in the agenda packet. According to the Transportation Security Administration, the Farmstead is not a security risk as previously assumed. A copy of a letter from the Maryland Historical Trust to the FAA regarding proposed changes to the MOA was also sent to HDC members. Discussion: Mr. Rohrer expressed his concern regarding the time constraints proposed for rehabilitation or re -use of the property especially in today's economy. There was a brief discussion regarding the exclusion of other interested parties being involved in the process (such as the Washington County Historical Society). Ms. Izer expressed her opinion that the Farmstead is suffering from demolition by neglect. She expressed her desire to see the Section 106 review completed to the fullest extent before plans for demolition or removal are even remotely considered. Mr. Horst noted that the name on the last page of the document needs to be changed from "Historic Preservation Commission" to "Historic District Commission". Motion and Vote: Mr. Rohrer made a motion to have Staff prepare a letter concurring with the MHT's comments and to include Ms. Izer's comments as stated above. Seconded by Ms. Stinson. Unanimously approved. Ms. Stinson asked to have a copy of the letter sent to all HDC members via e-mail when completed. E. BUDGET Mr. Goodrich stated that the project to inventory historic structures in Bakersville, Brownsville, Gapland and Weaverton has been started. The bid was awarded to The Ottery Group and will be completed by June 30th. F. NEW BUSINESS Permit # 2010-01434-14244 Windy Haven Road Mr. Goodrich presented for review and approval Permit #2010-01434 for property located at 14244 Windy Haven Road in the Ringgold Rural Village zone outside the historic portion of the village. The applicant is proposing to remove an existing 40 -square foot front porch with roof and reconstruct a 200 -square foot porch with a 125 -square foot wrap -around. Motion and Vote: Ms. Stinson made a motion to approve Permit # 2010-01434 for property located at 14244 Windy Haven Road in the Ringgold Rural Village zone because it is a non-contributing structure outside the historic portion of the rural village and if constructed in accordance with the proposed plans the structure will be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. Seconded by Mr. Rohrer. Unanimously approved. Permit #2010-01734-18036 Herr Lane Mr. Goodrich stated that the applicant requested this application be added to this evening's agenda. The applicant must settle on this property prior to June 3, 2010 in order to qualify for stimulus money to help finance the construction. Motion and Vote: Ms. Izer made a motion to add the application for Permit # 2010-01734 to the agenda given the uniqueness of the time constraints associated with the application. Seconded by Mr. Clemens. Unanimously approved. Mr. Goodrich presented for review and approval Permit # 2010-01734 for property located at 18036 Herr Lane in the Tilghmanton Rural Village zone outside the historic portion of the village. The applicant is proposing to construct an 884 -square foot one-story two -bay detached garage. Motion and Vote: Ms. Izer made a motion to approve Permit # 2010-01734 for property located at 18036 Herr Lane because it is a non-contributing structure outside the historic portion of the rural village and if constructed in accordance with the proposed plans the structure will be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. Seconded by Ms. Stinson. Unanimously approved. G. OTHER BUSINESS None H. EXECUTIVE SESSION None I. ADJOURNMENT Ms. Stinson made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:33 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Clemens. So ordered Respectfully submitted, Step en T. Goodrich Chief Planner