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Home My WebLink AboutBHC 03 15 22 DRAFT MINUTES Draft Minutes DRAFT MINUTES Barnstable Historical Commission This meeting was held by remote participation via Zoom Meetings March 15, 2022 at 3:00 PM Nancy Clark, Chair Present Nancy Shoemaker, Vice Chair Present Marilyn Fifield, Clerk Present George Jessop Absent Cheryl Powell Present Frances Parks Present Jack Kay Present Jessica Rapp Grassetti, Town Council Liaison Present Kate Maldonado, Planning & Development Staff, Sr. Planner Present Grayce Rogers, Administrative Assistant Present Chair Nancy Clark called the meeting to order at 3:00 pm. Acting under the provisions of the Code of the Town of Barnstable, ss 112 -1 through 112-7, the Historical Commission held a Public Hearing on the following applications previously determined significant and referred to Public Hearing: APPLICATIONS Gould, Robert, 67 Long Beach Road, Centerville, Map 206 Parcel 019/000, Built c .1930 Partial Demolition to construct addition on the front elevation of a gambrel roof with covered entr yway, move and replace windows, and create an extension over right and left sides of house. The right and left elevations are proposed to have a change in roofline to accommodate the gambrel roof and addition/extension plus moving/replacing of windows. A second-floor deck is proposed on the rear elevation, with the first-floor deck extended, windows replaced, and a door added to the deck. Attorney Michael Shultz and Elaine Bellefeuille of Belle Interiors represented the applicant. There was no public comment. Discussion: This was Phase II for this property, with proposed changes to the 2nd floor. Commissioner Parks asked for a photo of the original home prior to any modifications. It was noted that the gambrel addition is not projecting forward on the property, but the roof over the porch will, with dormers to be added on both right and left sides. Commissioner Shoemaker felt this would be an improvement. Commissioner Kay asked about the roof and materials above the gutter line which is a very small area. Commissioners felt that a before-and-after rendering of the gambrel addition would be helpful. MOTION 1: Commissioner Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 67 Long Beach Road, Centerville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Shoemaker. So voted: Aye: 0 Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Shoemaker, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: Draft Minutes Commissioner Parks moved that, in accordance with Section 112-3(F), the Barnstable Historical Commission determines that the partial demolition of the building located at 67 Long Beach Road, Centerville, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. So voted: Aye: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Shoemaker, Clark Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 Davis, Elmer & Eleanor Davis, 258 Tower Hill Road, Osterville, Map 142 Parcel 043/000, Built c .1856 Partial Demolition to construct sunroom addition. Greg Ernst with Great Day Improvements represented the applicants. There was no public comment. Discussion: Chair Clark read a letter from the owners into the record, and materials to be used were discussed, including the sunroom with vinyl siding, door and windows along with cedar shingles on the exterior. There was no objection to this sunroom addition, but Commissioner Kay preferred to see windows with muntins. MOTION 1: Commissioner Shoemaker moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 258 Tower Hill Road, Osterville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So voted: Aye: 0 Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Shoemaker, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: Commissioner Shoemaker moved that, in accordance with Section 112-3(F), the Barnstable Historical Commission determines that the partial demolition and alteration of the building, adding prefab materials and covered predominantly with cedar shingles, located at 258 Tower Hill Road, Osterville, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. So voted: Aye: Shoemaker, Fifield, Powell, Parks Nay: Kay Abstain: Clark Delmic, Miodrag & Dejana, 65 Hawes Avenue, Hyannis, Map 323 Parcel 007/000, Bui lt c.1920 Full Demolition: Demolish existing dwelling and detached garage, including foundation. James Bustamante with Longfellow Design Build represented the applicants. Discussion: Chair Clark asked why the property is being demolished, and the applicant replied that he has letters from a structural engineer and architect stating that the condition of the foundation and framing are not up to code, and the present house is not in keeping with the other homes in the area. Commissioner Parks said she would hate to see this property demolished after it has Draft Minutes survived two hurricanes as one of the oldest homes on the street. Commissioner Kay also agreed that it would be a shame to see this property demolished, and Chair Clark concurred. Public Comment: Robert Slott, who owns property at 71 Hawes Ave., shared his concerns, as his property is very close to 65 Hawes, asking that caution be used when demolition takes place, with restoration of any damage to his fence and privet hedges. MOTION 1: Commissioner Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated mate rials, the c.1920 Significant Building at 65 Hawes Avenue, Hyannis, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kay. So voted: Aye: Clark, Shoemaker, Fifield, Parks, Kay Nay: Powell Abstain: 0 MOTION II: Commissioner Parks moved that, in accordance with Section 112-3(G), the Barnstable Historical Commission determines that the full demolition of the Preferably-preserved Significant Building located at 65 Hawes Avenue, Hyannis, is detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. So voted: Aye: Shoemaker, Fifield, Parks, Kay, Clark Nay: 0 Abstain: Powell Ambulos, Pericles & Kuh-Ambulos, Mary, 1068 Craigville Beach Road, Centerville, Map 206 Parcel 133/000, Built c.1946 Partial Demolition: Demolish existing north-facing wall to expand and enclose an existing deck. Marian Rose with the Law Office of Singer & Singer, LLC , represented the applicants. There was no public comment. Discussion: Commissioner Parks, Shoemaker and Powell commented that they have no issues with this project. MOTION 1: Commissioner Powell moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materia ls, the Significant Building at 1068 Craigville Beach Road, Centerville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So voted: Aye: 0 Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Shoemaker, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: Draft Minutes Commissioner Powell moved that, in accordance with Section 112-3(F), the Barnstable Historical Commission determines that the partial demolition of the building located at 1068 Craigville Beach Road, Centerville, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So voted: Aye: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Shoemaker, Clark Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 Taylor, David & Elizabeth, 75 East Bay Road, Osterville, Map 141 Parcel 108/000, Built c.1890 Partial Demolition: Remove a chimney, siding, windows, doors and front porch for proposed front addition with reconstruction of the rear and side porches The applicant requested a continuance to the April 19, 2022, meeting. A motion to continue this application to the April 19, 2022, meeting was made by Cheryl Powell and seconded by Commissioner Parks. So voted: Aye: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Shoemaker, Clark Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 Lawson, William and Sherry, 133 Gosnold Street, Hyannis, Map 324 Parcel 007/000, Built c.1920. Full Demolition: Demolish existing wood-framed structure, including the brick foundation Rob Brennan of CapeBuilt Homes was present along with owners William Lawson and Sherry Lawson. Public Comment: Peter Cross, owner at 70 Highland St. in Hyannis, spoke in favor of allowing the demolition, saying that this house does not provide any historical significance to the area. He added that he has lived in this house, and there is no way to reconfigure the first floor for living. Scott Dupuis with CapeBuilt discussed the hardship involved to modify the present structure. John Carey offered his support for this project. Discussion: Commissioner Clark asked for a report on the condition of the home. Mr. Lawson reported that environmental issues constrained them from going outside of the original footprint. Sherry Lawson said she did speak to a contractor to seek an interior renovation instead of a demolition, but she feels this is the better avenue for them. Commissioners expressed difficulty seeing this house demolished, and noted that the structural report does not show that the house is in disrepair. The applicants were reminded that they can return to the Commission with alternative plans, should this demolition be denied. MOTION 1: Commissioner Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 133 Gosnold Street, Hyannis, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. So voted: Aye: Kay, Parks, Powell, Fifield, Shoemaker, Clark Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 Draft Minutes MOTION II: Commissioner Parks moved that, in accordance with Section 112-3(G), the Barnstable Historical Commission determines that the full demolition of the Preferably-preserved Significant Building located at 133 Gosnold Street, Hyannis, is detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Powell. So voted: Aye: Kay, Shoemaker, Powell, Fifield, Parks, Clark Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 OTHER  Letter of Support – West Barnstable Train Depot. Chair Clark forwarded a proposed letter of support to Commissioner Shoemaker and Grayce Rogers. Mark Marinaccio, DPW, spoke to the Commissioners regarding this request, and Commissioners supported the restoration of the building. Chair Clark proposed a letter of support for this project, seconded by Commissioner Powell. So voted: Kay, Parks, Fifield, Powell, Shoemaker, Clark, all aye.  Inventory Update – Grayce Rogers reported that she has completed about 200 inventories (approximately 50 for Marstons Mills and 125 for Cotuit), and she has been going through the files at 200 Main Street. .  Trayser Artifacts Update Assistant Director Maldonado updated the Historical Commission that staff was working on drafting the scope of work and budget for the proposal.  Certified Local Government Update – Chair Clark reminded Commissioners that they were all to send their qualifications to her, but she has only received one document from Commissioner Parks. She asked that they be submitted this month before the next meeting.  Community Preservation Committee Update: Commissioner Fifield reported that the application from the Cotuit Federated Church was approved at the last meeting.  Historic Events Open to the Public - Commissioner Shoemaker reported that she will be doing lectures on the women of Barnstable. Approval of Minutes: No Minutes were available. Next meeting: April 19, 2022, at 3:00 pm With no further business before this Commission, a motion was duly made by Parks and seconded by Powell to adjourn the meeting. So voted: Aye: Powell, Parks, Fifield, Shoemaker, Kay, Clark Respectfully Submitted, Jennifer Engelsen, Office Manager and edited by Commission Clerk Marilyn Fifield