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Gregory Smith, Chair Vernell Doyle
Lloyd Yavener, Vice Chair Michael Lushbaugh
Ann Aldrich Kourtney Lowery
Brianna Candelaria Wayne K. Keefer, BOCC Rep
H I S T O R I C D I S T R I C T C O M M I SS I O N OF
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AGENDA
March 1, 2023, 7:00 p.m.
Washington County Administration Complex, 100 West Washington Street, Room 1301, Hagerstown, MD 21740
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
MINUTES
1. Minutes of the February 1, 2023 meeting *
OTHER BUSINESS
1. National Preservation Month (May) - (Discussion/Planning)*
2. Staff Report
a. Historic Properties Incentive Ordinance
i. Permit Processing multiple buildings
b. Staff Reviews *
i. I-81 Phase 2 from North of MD 63/MD 68 to North of Halfway Boulevard
Improvements (Section 106)
c. Professional Organization Outreach (Realtors/Builders)
d. Grant Ideas Sheet*
ADJOURNMENT
UPCOMING MEETING
1. Wednesday, April 5, 2023, 7:00 p.m.
*attachments
The Historic District Commission reserves the right to vary the order in which the cases are called. Individuals
requiring special accommodations are requested to contact the Washington County Planning Department at 240 -
313-2430 to make arrangements no later than ten (10) days prior to the meeting. Notice is given that the agenda
may be amended at any time up to and including the meeting.
MINUTES OF THE
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY
February 1, 2023
The Washington County Historic District Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday,
February 1, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Washington County Administration Complex, 100 W Washington
Street, Room 1301, Hagerstown, MD.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Commission members present were: Greg Smith, Chairman, Lloyd Yavener, Vernell Doyle, Michael
Lushbaugh, Kourtney Lowery, Ann Aldrich and Brianna Candelaria. Staff members present were:
Washington County Department of Planning & Zoning: Meghan Jenkins, GIS Coordinator and HDC Staff
member.
MINUTES
Motion and Vote: Ms. Aldrich made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 7, 2022 meeting
as presented. The motion was seconded by Ms. Candelaria and unanimously approved.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Lushbaugh made a motion to approve the minutes of the January 4, 2023 meeting
as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Yavener and unanimously approved.
NEW BUSINESS
Non-Capital Grant Opportunities through MHT
Ms. Jenkins provided copies of the MHT road show power point. She noted that the MHAA grant deadline
was yesterday; however, there is an MHT grant that would be available in July. Previous discussions by
the members expressed interest in documenting structures from the 20th century that were missed in the
previous survey, updating the current inventory, or photographing structures within the Growth Area. Ms.
Aldrich noted that both grants require local matching funds. She believes we should start discussions now
with the County Commissioners relative to the availability of matching funds. Ms. Jenkins recommended
including a list of a projects in each agenda packet or sharing a list on-line where every member could add
projects they would like to see completed with grant monies.
OLD BUSINESS
Historic Property Incentives Ordinance (Draft)
Ms. Jenkins gave updates on topics from previous discussions. A name needs to be chosen for the historic
preservation areas cited in the yearly credit program. Suggestions were: Historic Landmark Area, Historic
Landmark District, or Historic Preservation Site. Members also need to dec ide if they want to rely on the
MIHP inventory or establish a County only inventory. Ms. Jenkins briefly explained how other jurisdictions
handle this issue. Members liked the idea of a County only inventory but questioned if it is feasible.
Members continued their review of the draft Ordinance. Following is a brief summation.
• Add a bullet under Section 3.04 to clarify when a Certificate of Appropriateness is required when
there is no building permit.
• Sections 3.09A and 3.09B need to be more clearly defined for the 50% credit and the 100% credit.
This needs to be clarified by the County Attorney’s office.
• During previous discussions, members asked for clarification for water/sewer/drainage issues
that would qualify for tax credits. According to MHT, only those areas inside the building footprint
would be eligible.
• There was a brief discussion among members to determine if they wanted to set an income limit
for individuals to be eligible to apply for a grant. It was decided not to set a limit but make the
grant eligible for anyone in order to save more historic structures.
• There was a discussion regarding the point system to be used specifically citing the diversity of
resources type and the equitable county-wide distribution categories.
The next step is to distribute the document to other County departments for review and comment.
OTHER BUSINESS
Staff Report
Ms. Jenkins reported that a demolition permit application was received [2022-0145] for property at 21016
Twin Springs Drive in Chewsville. Unfortunately, the structure was demolished prior to any site visits and
issuance of the permit. Ms. Jenkins spoke to the applicant, at length, at which time the applicant stated
that he had applied for several permits for the same property and he believed that all permits had been
issued. He has been made fully aware of our processes and was given the Design Guidelines.
Because this was the third incident of this nature, Ms. Jenkins met with staff in the Division of Permits &
Inspections. All demolition permit applications are now applied for on-line. The Division has now updated
their on-line permitting screens with a note saying that the permit has been applied for, but this is not an
approval; do not proceed with work until permit is approved and issued.
Ms. Jenkins reported that a preliminary plat has been received for the Valencia development located off
Poffenberger Road.
Professional Organization Outreach
Ms. Jenkins stated she has received a list consisting of builders, developers, consultants, engineers,
surveyors, etc. from the Division of Permitting & Inspections that she will be using to send out the Design
Guidelines.
Appalachian Trail
Ms. Jenkins announced that the Appalachian Trail has been nominated for the National Register.
ADJOURNMENT
Ms. Aldrich made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:45. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lushbaugh
and so ordered by the Chairman.
______________________________________
Jill L. Baker, Director
Week 1 | Post 1 (Tuesday) (2101,76,13,0,3)
The Washington County Commissioners presented a
proclamation to the Washington County Historic District
Commission to recognize May as Preservation Month.
Each week in May historic preservation themed content
will highlight the diverse and unique heritage of our
County.
Visit the Historic District Commission website:
https://www.washco-md.net/planning-zoning/historic-
district-commission/
(Proclamation and Presentation Pictures Included)
Week 1 | Post 2 (Wednesday) (1005,13,3,0,0)
Week 1 | Post 3 (Friday) (3708,217,12,1,2)
Week 2 | Post 1 (Monday)
(6816,492,84,18,9)
Week 2 | Post 2 (Wednesday)
(1946,37,14,0,1)
Week 2 | Post 3 (Friday) (4082,178,49,2,3)
Week 3 | Post 1 (Monday) (2071,20,6,0,1)
Week 3 | Post 2 (Wednesday) (2071,52,9,0,0)
Week 3 | Post 3 (Friday) (1823,9,3,0,0)
Week 4 | Post 1 (Monday) (1578,8,1,0,0)
Week 4 | Post 2 (Wednesday)
(2255,51,11,0,2)
Week 4 | Post 3 (Thursday) (1584,18,7,0,0)
Are historic windows efficient? Are replacement
windows cost effective and sustainable? The answer
may surprise you! You can read more on these subjects
here: https://bit.ly/3KmerJQ While the maintenance of
a wood window and questions about improving their
efficiency may seem overwhelming, there are an
abundance of local resources available to assist
homeowners in keeping these significant architectural
features. One great resource is the City of Hagerstown’s
series on Historic Window Repair https://bit.ly/3jfbdMd
Week 4 | Post 4 (Friday) (3660,66,30,1,2)
Week 5 | Wrap Up Post (Monday)
(2484,28,10,0,2)
Saylor House Plaster class is posted for April
6 and April 25 for cross promotion
Saylor House: Plaster Wall Repairs and Finishing |
Washington County Historical Trust
Be a part of saving building history and learn how to
repair your own plaster walls. Join the restoration
team at the Saylor House in Kiwanis Park to learn how
to patch and finish lime plaster walls in an 1800’s
stone house. The workshop brings participants into
the hands-on process of restoring historic lime plaster
kitchen walls of the Saylor House. The house will
serve as an educational site for lectures and
workshops on the banks of Antietam Creek.
This workshop is a 3 day long course over each Friday
in May starting May 6th and ending May 20. It will run
from 9am to 3pm.
For more information or to register visit the City of
Hagerstown Parks and
Recreation(https://bit.ly/3NerTRA) or contact the
Washington County Historical Trust of Maryland
(https://bit.ly/3twd5pP)
Photo Credit: Washington County Historical Trust of
Maryland Facebook
Saylor House Brick in Stone Dust class is
posted April 7 and April 29 for cross
promotion
Saylor House: Laying Brick Floors in Stone Dust
Do your dreams involve a new or repaired brick patio
that you want to lay yourself? The Washington County
Historical Trust is hosting this workshop as part of
the restoration of the Saylor House in Kiwanis Park.
The Saylor House was built around 1800 on the banks
of the Antietam. The kitchen will serve as a classroom
and gathering place for activities associated with
historic buildings, historic building skills for repair and
maintenance, environmental education and outdoor
recreation.
This workshop is a 3 day long course over each
Saturday in May starting May 7th and ending May 21.
It will run from 9am to 3pm.
For more information or to register visit the City of
Hagerstown Parks and Recreation
(https://bit.ly/3JxHgTf) or contact the Washington
County Historical Trust of Maryland
(https://bit.ly/3twd5pP)
Photo Credit: Washington County Historical Trust of
Maryland Facebook
(Numbers are Reach, Engagement, Reactions/likes,
comments, shares)
Reach=Number of people who are estimated to have
viewed the post at least 1 time
Engagement=Number of reactions, comments,
shares, and clicks on the post
Reactions/likes = number of reactions to the post
(think like, love, sad, angry etc)
Comments = The number of comments on a post
Shares = the number of public/private shares of a
post
Gregory Smith, Chair Vernell Doyle
Lloyd Yavener, Vice Chair Michael Lushbaugh
Ann Aldrich Kourtney Lowery
Edith Wallace Jeffrey A. Cline, BOCC Rep
H I S T O R I C D I S T R I C T C O M M I SS I O N OF
W A S H I N G T O N C O U N T Y , M A R Y LAND
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Proclamation
WHEREAS, historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth and sustainable development,
revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride and maintaining community character while enhancing
livability; and
WHEREAS, historic preservation is relevant for communities across the nation, both urban and rural, and
for Americans of all ages, all walks of life and all ethnic backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, it is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the contributions made by
dedicated individuals in helping to preserve the tangible aspects of heritage that has shaped us as a
people; and
WHEREAS, the sharing of knowledge between historic trades persons, historians, museums and citizens
is essential for the appreciation and continued existence of historic resources; and
WHEREAS , Historic Preservation is supported by the Washington County Historic District Commission,
Washington County Historical Advisory Committee, and many other state and local preservation efforts;
and
Now, therefore, I, XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, hereby proclaim the month of May 2022, as “Historic
Preservation Month” in Washington County and urge all citizens to join their fellow citizens across the
United States in recognizing and participating in this special observance.
Historic Preservation Month 2022
Record #Type MIHP#Record
Status
Status Date Task Name Comments
19-Jan-23 Historical Review Was informed via staff member that this demo was already underway prior to permit issuance. Reported
to the Division of Permits and Inspections for them to visit the site.
20-Jan-23 Historical Review
Inspector confirmed house was demo'd prior to HDC review and permit issuance. The resolution is left
with the Division of Permits and Inspections and since there is no structure for demo review this will not
go to the HDC. The demo contractor was contacted and strongly advised that work should NEVER be
done without issuance of the permit and also provided the Design Guidelines.
7
Status Date Task Name Comments
06-Feb-23 Historical Review not required for interior renovations
10
Status Date Task Name Comments
16-Feb-23 Historic District
Commission
The development forest conservation which requires planting, should, to the extent practicable, involve
buffering around the National Register property known as Valentia (P.162). Currently there is a
stormwater pond and floodplain area right up to the property line with Valentia which would be best
used as a planting area and visual buffer for the property. The slope of the property does provide some
natural buffering however due to the significance of the site a maximum effort should be made to retain
the property's context and character including viewsheds and adequate distance from resources
contributing to the property. Additional forest conservation could be considered along the northern
property line of P.162 around the area of the previously vacated property line. Any future phases of this
project should come no closer to Valentia than that previous lot line to maintain context and integrity of
the site. Tree plantings or screening along Poffenberger road would also be beneficial either directly west
of Valentia (especially in the previously mentioned floodplain area to the south of the SWM pond
proposed or along the entire length of the property fronting this road to maintain some of the integrity
heading toward Valentia and the stone bridges over Antietam. (see also Forest Cons Planner's comments)
8
Status Date Task Name Comments
10-Feb-23 Historical Review
10-Feb-23 Historical Review Property contains an MIHP record but is not in an HDC reviewable area for new construction. Sent no
review contact letter.
16
Status Date Task Name Comments
10-Feb-23 Historical Review Updated by Script from EPR.
10-Feb-23 Historical Review Updated by Script from EPR.
10-Feb-23 Historical Review
This permit is in the Shady Bower RV which has not had a formal survey completed. This building is not
the main subject of the limited documentation available. HDC review is not required due to the location,
scope and lack of a full survey here.
10
Historic Review Activity 01/19/2023 thru 02/16/2023
Open Date Date Assigned Location Description Workflow Info
13-Jan-23 S-88-80 21016 TWIN
SPRINGS DRIVE
DEMOLITION OF 1,326 SQ. FT. TWO STORY
SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING, ALL SIDEWALKS
AND STEPS BESIDE HOME WILL BE BROKEN AND
REMOVED
MCCARNEY, DONNA & RAYMOND
Folder Status
Note
Passed - Info
Days in Review:
2023-00145 Residential Demolition
Permit I874 Approved 09-Jan-23
27-Jan-23 LOR 14108 CEARFOSS PIKE
899 SQ. FT. INTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO FIRST
FLOOR TO INCLUDE REPLACE PLASTER WALLS
AND CEILINGS WITH DRYWALL IN LIVING
ROOM, DINNING ROOM, AND BATHROOM,
REPLACE STUDS THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED,
Folder Status
Passed - Info
Days in Review:
2023-00305 Residential Addition-
Alteration Permit Void 18-Jan-23
08-Feb-23
NORTH SIDE OF
POFFENBERGER RD AND
EAST OF MD RT 65
PROPOSED 150 LOT SUBDIVISION
Folder Status
Approved
Days in Review:
PP-23-001 Preliminary Plat In Review 19-Jan-23
25-Jan-23 LOR 11819 BIG SPRING
ROAD
DEMOLISH 480 SQ. FT. ADDITION AND REPLACE
WITH A 640 SQ. FT. ONE STORY ADDITION WITH
A COVERED FRONT PORCH, TO BE UTILIZED AS A
LAUNDRY ROOM, PANTRY, BEDROOM AND
PARLOR, CRAWL SPACE, FRAME
CONSTRUCTION, PRE-ENGINEERED ROOF
TRUSSES
Folder Status
Passed - Info
Note
Days in Review:
2023-00448 Residential Addition-
Alteration Permit V189 Review 25-Jan-23
31-Jan-23 S-88-96 13827 NATIONAL
PIKE
196 SQ. FT. INTERIOR RENOVATIONS DUE TO
FIRE DAMAGE TO INCLUDE REPLACING
DRYWALL AND INSULATION IN LAUNDRY ROOM
AND BATHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR, REPLACE
WINDOW IN BATHROOM SAME SIZE AND
LOCATION, EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO REPAIR
STICK BUILT TRUSSES ON EXISTING REAR
OVERHANG, REPLACE SHINGLES ON
OVERHANG, AND REPLACE SIDING ON FIRST
FLOOR REAR ELEVATION
Folder Status
Approved
No Comments
Received
Note
Days in Review:
2023-00479 Residential Addition-
Alteration Permit
Revisions
Required 26-Jan-23
Status Date Task Name Comments
01-Feb-23 Antietam Overlay
Zone Review HDC Review in A02 is not required on Ag Use structures per ordinance.
01-Feb-23 Antietam Overlay
Zone Review
1
Status Date Task Name Comments
10-Feb-23 Historical Review Property contains an MIHP number but work is for modern structure not involved in the inventory. No
HDC review is required.
10-Feb-23 Historical Review
2
Status Date Task Name Comments
16-Feb-23 Historical Review Property has no existing resources at this point, removed via previous permits. No HDC review required.
16-Feb-23 Historical Review Updated by Script from EPR.
6
Status Date Task Name Comments
14-Feb-23 Historical Review Updated by Script from EPR.
15-Feb-23 Historical Review
1
Status Date Task Name Comments
16-Feb-23 Historical Review Property is subject to MHT easement which is a higher review than HDC for changes to interior/exterior.
No total demolition is proposed and this is not in a review area for exterior changes at this time.
16-Feb-23 Historical Review Updated by Script from EPR.
2
Status Date Task Name Comments
10-Feb-23 Historical Review Property is located in Park Hall. Not a contributing structure, year built approx. 1994. No HDC Review
required.
10-Feb-23 Historical Review Updated by Script from EPR.
1
Activity Count:11
No Comments
Received
Note Passed - Info
1 2 0
0 1 1
2 1 0
0 0 0
2 3 2
0 1 1
5 8 4
31-Jan-23 S-84-124 17201
SHEPHERDSTOWN PIKE
4,000 SQ. FT. ONE STORY POLE BUILDING ON
PARTIALLY EXISTING CONCRETE SLAB TO BE
USED FOR STORAGE OF FARM EQUIPMENT AND
IMPLEMENTS
MARCUM FARMETTE
Folder Status
Note
Passed - Info
Days in Review:
2023-00502 Non-Residential Ag
Certificate II0469 Review 30-Jan-23
08-Feb-23 20025 MT. AETNA ROAD
INTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO INCLUDE
CARPETING, DROP CEILING, HVAC SYSTEMS,
LIGHTING, INSULATION ON ROOF DECK,
PROSHOP GLASS DIVIDER PANELS, STANDING
SEAM ROOFING AND NEW 12' X 24' PORCH.
Folder Status
Note
Approved
Days in Review:
2023-00617
Non-Residential
Addition-Alteration
Permit
II0092 Review 04-Feb-23
10-Feb-23 SP-22-025 10510 VIDA
DRIVE, LOT 2
(3) 59 SQ. FT. BUILDING MOUNTED
ILLUMINATED SIGNS TO READ, "CHICK-FIL-A"
AND (1) 36 SQ. FT. BUILDING MOUNTED SIGN
THAT HAS LOGO ON IT
CHICK-FIL-A - FSU #05187 - SHARPSBURG PIKE
Folder Status
Note
No Comments
Received
Days in Review:
2023-00627 Non-Residential Signs
Permit I517; I518 Review 06-Feb-23
14-Feb-23 SP-22-025 10510 VIDA
DRIVE, LOT 2
150 SQ. FT. DOUBLE SIDED ILLUMINATED FREE
STANDING SIGN THAT HAS LOGO ON IT AND
LED MESSAGE BOARD, DIGITAL MENU BOARD,
DRIVE-THRU CLEARANCE BARS, 50' FLAG POLE
CHICK-FIL-A - FSU #05187 - SHARPSBURG PIKE
Folder Status
No Comments
Received
No Comments
Received
Days in Review:
2023-00626 Non-Residential Signs
Permit I517; I518 Revisions
Required 06-Feb-23
14-Feb-23 SP-22-011 14319 BARRICK
AVENUE
CHANGE IN USE FROM FORMER MILIARTY USE
BUILDING TO FORT RITCHIE MUSEUM, 3,525
SQ. FT. TENANT FIT OUT TO INCLUDE
REMOVING EXTERIOR CONCRETE STEPS, SINK,
REMOVE AND INFILL DOOR, CREATE NEW
RESTROOM, ADD NEW PARTITION WALLS ON
FIRST FLOOR, BASEMENT AND SECOND FLOOR
TO BE USED FOR STORAGE, ZONING
Folder Status
Note
No Comments
Received
Days in Review:
2023-00671
Non-Residential
Addition-Alteration
Permit
Review 07-Feb-23
09-Feb-23 S-94-108 4831 HANNAH
LANE, LOT 1
INSTALLATION OF (11) WALL ANCHORS AND 66
LNFT BASEMENT GUTTER ALONG THE
PERIMETER, BASEMENT GUTTER WILL CHANNEL
WATER TO ONE SUMP PUMP
JOSEPH HANNAH, LOT 1
Folder Status
Note
No Comments
Received
Days in Review:
2023-00682 Residential Addition-
Alteration Permit Review 08-Feb-23
Review Activities Summary
Application Type Application Number Approved Total
Non-Residential Ag Certificate Total 0 1
Non-Residential Addition-Alteration Permit Total 1 2
Preliminary Plat Total 1 1
Non-Residential Signs Permit Total 0 2
Residential Addition-Alteration Permit Total 1 4
Total 3 11
Residential Demolition Permit Total 0 1
Maryland Historical Trust Non-Capital Grant
• Requires Local Matching $1 for $1
• Timeline
o May – Grant Availability
o June – Intent to Apply Form Due
o August – Full Application Due
o October – Review of Grants Complete
o November – Announcements of Awards/Earliest Project Start
• Award Amounts $5,000 - $75,000
• Most Recent Guidelines
https://mht.maryland.gov/documents/PDF/grants/NonCap/NonCap_Gra nt_Guidelines_and_Ma
nual.pdf
Certified Local Government Non Capital Grant
• No Match Required but cash match 15% encouraged
• Timeline
o February – Grant Availability
o February (28th) - Full Application Due
o May – Review of Grants Complete / Award Announcements
o June (following application year) - Project Completed
o July (Following application year) - Project Close Out
• Award Amounts $5,000 - $15,000
• Most Recent Guidelines
(https://mht.maryland.gov/documents/PDF/grants/grants_clg_guidelines.pdf)
Maryland Heritage Areas Authority Non Capital Grant
• Must be in the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area
• Requires Local Matching $1 for $1
• Timeline
o January (end) - Intent to Apply
o March 1 – Full Application
o March – May – Grant Review (Local)
o April - State Review
o July – Awards Announced
• Award Amounts $5,000 - $50,000
• Current Guidelines
(https://mht.maryland.gov/documents/PDF/grants/Grants_MHAA_Guidelines.pdf)
Grant Idea General
Category
HDC Priority (High,
Medium, Low) Grant Program
Rural Village Survey Updates Survey
Update Existing MIHP Inventory
for Status Survey
Add to existing MIHP for 20th
Century Survey
Rural Village Highlight Brochures Education