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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBHC 05 31 21 DRAFT MINUTES Draft Minutes DRAFT MINUTES Barnstable Historical Commission This meeting was held by remote participation via Zoom Meetings May 31, 2022 at 3:00 PM Nancy Clark, Chair Present Nancy Shoemaker, Vice Chair Absent Marilyn Fifield, Clerk Present George Jessop Absent Cheryl Powell Present Frances Park Present Jack Kay Present Barbara DeBiase, alternate Present Jessica Rapp Grassetti, Town Council Liaison Present Kate Maldonado, 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 Bishop, Kristen, 139 Regency Drive, Marstons Mills, Map 063 Parcel 073/000, Built c .1930 Partial Demolition to remove the existing stairway and windows on the left side elevation and construct an addition directly to the left side elevation of cottage. Homeowner Kristen Bishop was present. There was no public comment. Issues Discussed:  New dormers will be constructed  The portico will be reconstructed because it is rotted.  The east elevation foundation is in poor condition.  The east elevation windows will be different dimensions from those existing.  The floor plan design was discussed. MOTION 1: Frances Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associate d materials, the Significant Building at 139 Regency Drive, Marstons Mills, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kay. Draft Minutes So voted: Aye: 0 Nay: Fifield, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: MOTION II 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 139 Regency Drive, Marstons Mills, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kay. So voted: Aye: Fifield, Parks, Kay, Clark Nay: 0 Abstain: 0 Rafla, Akrah & Marta, 108 Little River Road, Cotuit, Map 054 Parcel 020/000, Built c .1879. Partial Demolition to remove four feet of rotten walls at the base of the barn, along with windows and doors, roof and siding. Timothy Luff represented the applicants. Public Comment: Tracy Brochu expressed concern with the change in the architecture from looking like a historic barn on the side facing Old Post Road. Ken Alsman was concerned that the work reflects a renovation, not a preservation, of a historic structure, adding that the windows do not seem to be appropriate for a restoration process, although the basic form of the barn will be preserved. Akram Rafla, the applicant/owner of 108 Little River Road, Cotuit, responded that this has been a frustrating process, adding that he chose certain design elements because the barn was not known to be historic at the time, and he feels that the selected elements are suitable for the barn that was used for storage. Issues Discussed:  This property is listed on the Massachusetts Register of Historic Places.  Luff explained that the project’s building permit was approved prematurely due to a filing issue from an address change over time that was not documented properly.  The exterior work was stopped until this meeting to have the project reviewed.  The structural integrity of the barn was discussed. The barn doors wil l be replicated to match those existing.  The client would be willing to maintain the Old Post Road and Little River side as existing.  A concrete slab has been poured in the interior of the barn.  There was a recommendation to install the French doors and keep the sliding barn door over them.  This is the last antique barn on Old Post Road.  The fenestration was discussed: the new windows are proposed to be installed to allow more natural light insid e the barn. MOTION I: Commissioner Powell moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 108 Little River Road, Cotuit, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So Voted: Aye: Draft Minutes Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: 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 108 Little River Road, Cotuit, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town also noting the comments made by Mr. Luff the two sides mention will be remai ning the same. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So Voted: Aye: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Clark Nay: Abstain: 0 Cape Cod Hospital, 74 Park Street, Hyannis, Map 327 Parcel 205/000, Built c .1850. Partial Demolition to remove windows, doors, and decking. Commissioner Powell recused herself from this item on the agenda. Greg Siroonian represented the applicant. There was no public comment. Issues Discussed:  Treatment of the stained-glass window was discussed, with a new window to be installed behind it and the stained-glass window layered on the outside. It will not have protection from the elements. MOTION I: Commissioner Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 74 Park Street, Hyannis, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kay. So Voted: Aye: Nay: Fifield, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: 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 74 Park Street, Hyannis, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town. The Commission recommend ed that the applicants look into 1) a less destructive method than sandblasting for paint removal from the corbels, and 2) encasing the stained-glass windows, rather than removing them and replacing over the modern window. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kay. So Voted: Aye: Fifield, Parks, Kay, Clark Nay: Abstain: 0 Newberg, Jennifer, 1187 Craigville Beach Road, Centerville, Map 206 Parcel 050/000, Built 1923. Draft Minutes Partial Demolition: The expansion of a window opening; one exterior door entry with a partial roof, and the c onstruction of a 5’x5’ infill addition with one window and the expansion of an exterior door. Treff LeFleche represented the applicant. There was no public comment. Issues Discussed:  This property is listed on the Massachusetts Register of Historic Places.  The Commission commented that the proposed changes were appropriate. MOTION I: Commissioner Powell moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 1187 Craigville Beach Road, Centerville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So Voted: Aye: Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: 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 1187 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, Clark Nay: Abstain: 0 Donahue, James, 56 Harrison Road, Centerville, Map 229 Parcel 075/000, Built c .1945. Partial Demolition for structural alterations to the front-elevation gable, the addition of a dormer to the front and rear elevations, and the addition of a dormer to the front windows. Marshall Works of K. Marshall Works Design represented the applicant. There was no public comment. Issues discussed:  There was discussion about the sliding glass doors, as they have no muntins.  There was concern for structural integrity with the loss of the chimney. MOTION 1: Commissioner Powell moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, t he application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 56 Harrison Road, Centerville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building, with muntins to be added as discussed. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So Voted: Draft Minutes Aye: Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: 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 56 Harrison Road, Centerville, with the addition of the aforementioned muntins, 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, Clark Nay: Abstain: 0 Crosby, Edward, 214 Bridge Street, Osterville, Map 093 Parcel 024/000, Built c .1947. Partial Demolition of the existing 12’x20’ single-car garage to build a 30’x32’ addition over the existing 10’x19’ breezeway. Scott Peacock represented the applicant. There was no public comment. Steve Cook of Cotuit Bay Design spoke about the addition that was built previously, as he was the designer. Issues discussed:  The new door was discussed, but it cannot be seen from the street.  The square footage of the addition was discussed. MOTION 1: Commissioner Powell moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 214 Bridge Street, Osterville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building, with the addition of full muntins on the right side of the sliders. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So Voted: Aye: Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: 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 214 Bridge Street, Osterville, with the addition of full muntins on the right side of the sliders, 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, Clark Nay: Abstain: 0 Draft Minutes Wyatt, Sarah, 41 First Avenue, Osterville, Map 116 Parcel 049/000, Built c.1810. Partial Demolition to remove the existing 2-car 22’x27’ garage and to construct a new 34’x31’ garage. (Click HERE for meeting materials) Scott Peacock represented the applicant. There was no public comment. Issues discussed:  The property is listed on the Massachusetts Register of Historic Places.  The pitch of the roof will be reversed.  The scale and slope were discussed with regard to the massing of the proposed garage. MOTION 1: Commissioner Powell moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, the Significant Building at 41 First Avenue, Osterville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Parks. So Voted: Aye: Nay: Fifield, Powell, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: 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 41 First Avenue, Osterville, 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, Clark Nay: Abstain: 0 Commissioner Powell left the meeting at 4:42 pm. Centerville Public Library, 585 Main Street, Centerville, Map 207 Parcel 054/000, Built c .1956, Contributing Structure within the Centerville National Register Historic District. Partial Demolition to construct a new 24’x11’ covered porch. Steve Cook of Cotuit Bay Design represented the applicant. There was no public comment. Issues discussed:  The dark gray color of the metal roof was discussed.  The fascia will be lower than the existing one and designed for rainwater runoff. MOTION 1: Draft Minutes Commissioner Parks moved that after review and consideration of public testimony, the application, and associated materials, th e Significant Building at 585 Main Street, Centerville, is a Preferably-preserved Significant Building, with the addition of a standing - seam standard porch roof but no changes to the building’s arches. The motion was seconded by Chair Clark. So Voted: Aye: Nay: Fifield, Parks, Kay, Clark Abstain: 0 MOTION II: 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 585 Main Street, Centerville, is not detrimental to the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage or resources of the Town, with the addition of a standing-seam metal porch roof but no changes to the building’s arches. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kay. So Voted: Aye: Fifield, Parks, Kay, Clark Nay: Abstain: 0 Other Trayser Artifacts Update: Assistant Director Maldonado reported that Town staff are working with local preservationists to professionally catalog stored materials. Preservation Awards: Grayce Rogers reported that she has received two nominations for the Service Awards. Community Preservation Committee Updates: Marilyn Fifield reported that CPC had no historic preservation applications to consider at its last meeting, but has received two Letters of Intent: one from the Unitarian Church and one from Tales of Cape Cod. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None Next meeting: June 21, 2022 at 3:00 PM. With no further business before this Commission, a motion was duly made by Chair Clark and seconded by Commissioner Parks to adjourn the meeting. All voted Aye in favor. Respectfully Submitted, Grayce Rogers, Administrative Assistant and edited by Commission Clerk Marilyn Fifield