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Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, December 19, 2000
7:30 P.M. - Room.2403
Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois
MEMBERS PRESENT: Heidi Carey, Barbara Gardner, Lynne Heidt, Michael Imlay, Kirk ~
Irwin and Susan Regan
MEMBERS ABSENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
PRESIDING:
Jessica Deis, Michael Girard, George Halik and Mark Sarkisian
Brad White, Fernando Fen, L.W. Willson, Ellen Galland, Bridgette
Rutter, and Mike Radis ;
Kirk Irwin, Chair
STAFF:- Carlos D. Ruiz
I. !,,DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin, Chair, determined a quorum was present. -He called the meeting to order at
approximately 7:40 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Y
Kirk Irwin said that the November 21, 2000 minutes were received via e-mail. He did not have
the opportunity to read the minutes. He said he would like to approve the November minutes at,
the next Commission's meeting.
III. COMMUNICATIONS
Kirk Irwin acknowledged the receipt of a copy of the. Evanston Review, November 30, 200C3
open letter from Henry S. Bienen, President of Northwestern University "An Open Letter to the
Evanston Community Regarding Northwestern University's Challenge to the Northeast Evanston
Historic District. Also, a guest essay "Architecture, history and discrimination" by Eugene
Sunshine, Vice- President for Business and Finance at Northwestern University. And, a letter to
the Editor by Vito Brugliera "Northwestem vs. Northwestern."
Lynne Heidt submitted at this time a letter -.vritten by Barbara Gardner to the Evanston Retilew
[not published], regarding the Evanston Review's coverage of preservation issues (no date).
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IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (RA -TA)
1. 1224 Dempster Street — Addition, wheel chair accessibility and replacement of
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Brad White, Vice -President of Project Management Adviskws, representing Beth Emet-The Free
Synagogue and Fernando Fen, architect presented plans for a two-story addition, constructimn of
a ramp for wheelchair accessibility and the replacement of uidov,.$ at 1224 Dempster strut. The
property is within the Evanston Ridge Historic District.
Brad White said that Beth Emet has been located at this site since the 1950s. About 5 yean ago,
Beth Emet started looking at a rehab and addition project for the Synagogue. The addition vans
planned to the west into the panting lot. However, the addition cost exceeded the available
budget. The current project would make the building as accessible as possible to the
congregation, and more efficient, bringing the clergy and administrative offices together and
upgrading the school building.
Fernando Fen said the safety of the building would be improved with a fire protection system.
The project consists of a link and an addition between the Sanctuary and the school building. As
far accessibility to the buildings, an elevator would be added to serve the ground level, the first
and second floors. The Sanctuary is three feet higher than the school building. The addition has
a series of ramps to connect both buildings. F. Fen said that the new corridor connecting the twd
buildings displaced some offices. New offices would-be located in the addition.
Fernando Fen, referring to the north elevation of the addition on Dempster Street, said that the
addition would be an extension of the existing school building. The exterior finish materials are
split faced random ashlar limestone walls with smooth Iimestone at the top with stone copping.
The windows in the school building would be replaced. The new windows would match the
existing windows. The windows on the west elevation of the school building facing the paring
lot would be also replaced.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin said that it was his understanding that the exterior finish materials of the addition
would match that of the school building, the new windows on the addition would match the new
windows in the school building. The new windows are generally matching what is there now.
Brad White said that the new windows do not have the small muntin separation, but generally
match the structural design of the existing windows.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission accept the proposal for 1224 Dempster Street.
addition, wheel chair accessibility and replacement of windows, as meeting the standards for
alteration. Michael Imlay seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
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2. 642 Sheridan Square — Addition of two balconies and replacement of hvo double
hung windows with two French doors
Ellen Galland, architect and L. W. Willson, owner presented plans for the addition of two
balconies and the replacement of two double hung windows with two French doors at 642
Sheridan Square. The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Ellen Galland said that since the last time when the project was proposed to the Commission. the,
project received Zoning approval and Site Plan and Appearance Review approval. E. Galland '
said that the project needs still some fine-tuning. The exterior finishes have black durable finish,
three-foot high balcony, and Pella doors with mullions that match the existing windows.
Regarding the terracotta, a contractor would be rebuilding damaged terracotta. Salvaged
terracotta will be reused for thresholds. The project is mostly steel and partly terracotta and some
carpentry for the doors. The balcony decks would be transparent.
Commission's Findings "
Kirk Irwin asked what the steel structure would look like. Ellen Galland said it would be a• -
tubular piece running diagonally (about 4' x 6'); crossing it at 30" on center are 1" to 1.5" purlins.
The decking would run perpendicular to the purlins. The ends would be capped with a plate
curving around the beam.
Heidi Carey moved that the Commission accept the project proposed for 642 Sheridan Square 'as
meeting all the applicable standards for alteration. Michael Imlay seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
3. 725 Judson Avenue — Addition of a rear dormer -
Bridgette Rutter, owner presented plans for the addition of a rear dormer at 725 Judson Avenue.. "
The property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Bridgette Rutter said that the previous owners had done a dormer addition on the south side of
the house. She said that she would like to build an addition to match the existing dormer on the
north side. The north dormer roofline, windows and stucco finish will match the rest of the
home. The south dormer will be stucco as well. B. Rutter said that the project had received
Zoning approval.
Commissions' Findings
Barbara Gardner asked of what material would the windows be. B. Rutter said the windows
would be either Pella or Marvin windows with aluminum clad in the outside and wood in the
inside.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the project at 725 Judson Avenue as
presented and as meeting the standards for alteration. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The'
motion passed unanimously.
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4. 630 Davis Street — Installation of canvas 2wnitig for Verizon WIrcless
Mike Radis representing The Davis Street Land Co, owner presented plans for the installation of
canvas awnings and storefront signage for Verizon Wireless at 630 Davis Street. The property is
an Evanston Landmark.
Mike Radis said that the awnings and the sign inside the glass would match the style and material
-of the existing awnings and signs at Jamba Juice and Potbelly's. The same company that made
the existing awnings will manufacture the new awnings. The awnings will be black canvas
awnings; the profile is the same as the other awnings. The sign inside the glass is a cabinet
illuminated sign T-0" tall and 5'-2" long, the letters are 5.5" high. The sign will hung behind the'
window and just below the awning height. The awning is T-6" from the pavement.
Commission's Findings
Carlos Ruiz asked if the illuminated signs were permitted under the Sign Ordinance. Mike Radis'
said that he assumed yes, since the existing signs were allowed.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the project at 630 Davis as meeting the
applicable standards for construction. Heidi Carey seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
V. OLD BUSINESS
Nominating Committee for 2001 Evanston Preservation Commission Officers 11
Kirk announced the slate of nominees: Barbara Gardner, Chair; Michael Girard, Vice -Chair, and
Stuart Regan, Secretary. K. Irwin said that the slate of Officers, if approved, will be officially
elected in the January 2001 meeting.
Kirk Irwin moved that the Commission accept the nomination of Barbara Gardner for Chair. .
Michael Girard for Vice -Chair and Susan Regan for Secretary for 2001. Heidi Carey seconded '
the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
Carlos Ruiz said that since City Council adopted the local Northeast Evanston Historic District,
there have been at least two projects within the National Register Northeast Evanston H-istoric
District that have applied for zoning variations. He said that the Zoning Ordinance requires that
the Preservation Commission must also review projects %Nthin a local or federal historic district,
seeking a zoning variance. The Commission's review is advisory. C. Ruiz communicated this to
Arthur Altersdn, Zoning Administrator who in turn informed Alderman Stephen Engelman.
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Yesterday, at the City Council meeting, during call of the of Wards, Alderman Engelman
apparently made a reference to amend the [Zoning] ordinance so that requests for zoning
variances in National Register Historic Districts will not have to be reviewed by the Preservation
Commission.
Barbara Gardner said that it seemed that taking that provision out of the [Zoning] ordinance that
it could do some harm to the integrity of the [National Register] historic district. B. Gardner
explained that what the Commission will be looking for would be what a variance was trying to
do and not harm the integrity of the project, its location and ultimately the district.
Kirk Irwin suggested that Barbara Gardner and he take a look at the Zoning Ordinance provision
and write a statement. He offered to read it at a Planning and Development Committee (P&D)
meeting if the issue is in front P&D before B. Gardner becomes the Commission's Chair.
Carlos Ruiz suggested approaching Alderman Engelman to understand better his position. He
Said that perhaps after talking to Commission members Alderman Engelman may have a
different perspective about the issue.
Barbara Gardner asked how the Commission could learn about the reasoning of having that
provision in the Zoning Ordinance. C. Ruiz said that he did not have a good answer, perhaps
reading the minutes of the meetings when the Zoning Ordinance was being reviewed or ask the
principal of Camiros [consulting firm]. Commission members discussed strategies to make the
case for retaining the purview of the Commission on zoning variations.
VII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carlos Ruiz announced that the next Commission meeting is scheduled Tuesday, January 16,-
2001, at 7:30 p.m., Room 2403, Evanston Civic Center, Evanston, Illinois 60201.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Lynne Heidt moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 p.m. Kirk Irwin seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted:
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C o D. Ruiz
Senior Planner/Pres/ervatio Coo inator
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Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, November 21, 2000
7:30 P.M. - Room 2403. ;
.Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois
MEMBERS PRESENT: Heidi Carey, Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner Michael Girard,
George Halik, Lynne Heidt, and Kirk Irwin
MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael Imlay, Susan Regan and Mark Sarkisian
OTHERS PRESENT: Andrew Buchel, Jacob Lassner, Phyllis Lassner, Richard.
Rasmussen, Tracy Quattrochi and Carolyn Qiiattrachi '
PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin, Chair
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz
I. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin, Chair, determined a quorum was present. He called the meeting to order at"
approximately 7:35 p.m.
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II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES '
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the October 26, 2000 minutes as presented. :T
Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.' Vote: 7 ayes, 0 naps-';:`
III. COMMUNICATIONS
Carlos Ruiz said that he would like to discuss communications later in the meeting.
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA)
1. 1224 Hinman Avenue - New three -car garage, replacement of side yard fences,
}partial demolition of the rear of house and construction of a two-story� rear addition.
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Andrew Buchel, architect presented plans for a new tmv-car g -e. txl+3a�-ruient �+f , c zud
fences, partial demolition of the rear of the house and construction of a t%mc -storti rear addition at
1224 Hinman Avenue. The property is within the E-.anston LakesIx1re Historic Distn:t.
A. Buchel said that the project included the removal of an existing writ Nrtion %:tf the building -
The front east half is the historic portion of the building. He said that the existirz wrss portion
was'an addition dating 1959-60. The new tear two-story addition would he 1500 t i'_tW square
feet.
A. Buchel said that the design is complementary to the existing structure. The exterior finishes
include wood siding complementing the existing wood siding; aiw new vkindowvs would also
complement the existing windows. The tree -car garage at the rear would have the same
characteristics of the main house including wood siding, high-pitched roof an indi% idual garage ,
doors,
Commission's Findings „ i f I
Kirk Irwin noted that the property did not have a garage. Michael Girard said that the existing
windows style was Italianatc with a vertical emphasis. Ile said that the new windows on the
north elevation did not correspond to the Italianate style. A. Buchel said that those windows '
were for utilitarian spaces, a hall leading out to a stairway and a bathroom.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the proposal for demolition of the rear addition
at 1224 Hinman Avenue finding that it is in compliance with the appropriate standards of
demolition. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 7 }
ayes, 0 nays.
M. Girard said that in the octagonal turret, the windows should match in proportion with the sill
height and head height of the main house south elevation. A. Buchel agreed to make that change.
M. Girard moved that the Commission approve the project at 1224 Hinman Avenue with the
revision that the turret windows match the proportion of sill and head height of existing
windows. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote. 7 ayes, 0
nays.
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2. 2111 Orrington Avenue - Carport alteration and adding 6-feet to upper.bedroom.
Jacob and Phyllis Lassner, owners and Richard Rasmussen, architect presented plans for altering
an existing carport and adding 6 feet to an upper bedroom at 2111 Orrington Avenue. The
property is within the Northeast Evanston Historic District.
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J. Lassner said they would like to extend the existing second story guest bedroom 6 feet This
would mean taking down the existing carport and putting up a similar carport..f. Lassner said the
only change to the plans would be putting one window instead of two windows on the second
floor north elevation.
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Commission's Findings --
Jessica Deis asked if there were any zoning issues.. J. Lassner said anything they would do with
the house would have a zoning issue because the house was bruit non -conforming in 1920. 7.
Lassner said that the project would enhance the carport appearance.
Carlos Ruiz asked what would be the zoning issue. J. Lassner said the north_ or east lot Iine
wd'uld be a zoning issue.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission recommend the zoning variation for the property at
2111 Orrington Avenue on the north and/or east side of the property for construction of new'
carport and second floor addition. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passel!
unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the project with the owners having the
alternative of doing one or two windows on the north side gable. J. Deis seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
3. 1220 Hinman Avenue - Rear mudroom removal, new one-story rear addition and
deck.
Tracy Quattrochi, owner and Carolyn Quattrochi presented plans for removing a rear mudroonri
building a one-story rear addition and deck. The property is an Evanston Landmark within the
Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
T. Quattrochi said they would like to remove the rear mudroom and square off the rear of the
house with -the construction of a kitchen, eating room and a family room and a deck.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis asked if the wood siding matched the house. T. Quattrochi said, yes. J. Deis moved
that the Commission approve the demolition of the existing mudroom and construction of new
mudroom, eating area and kitchen and deck as presented in plans, Ending that the demolition -and
construction are in accordance with the appropriate standards. Heidi Carey seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously.
V. OLD BUSINESS
A. Informational meeting with Evanston School District 65 Board Members regarding
I314 Ridge Avenue (report)
.Kirk Irwin reported that on November 15, 2000 Barbara Gardener, Michael Girard, Carlos Ruiz
and he met with two members of the District 65 School Board (Mary Erikson and Rosie Rees),
and discussed possibilities for 1314 Ridge Avenue.
K. Irwin said that they agreed to get information about developers who are sensitive to historic
preservation issues and who have experiences within a development context with historic- "
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structures. The overall aim is to develop a task force that would involve the developers, - ,; ;
members of the Preservation Commission and the School Board to discuss possibilities with
regard the site and the building. ./
K. Irwin said that at the informational meeting Commission members were able to show the
School Board members new possibilities not thought before. The School Board is considering
selling the property to a developer or for single family use.
Barbara Gardner said that a suggestion of doing an architectural competition for the development
of the site and preservation of the mansion was received with great interest. George Halik asked
if the secondary structures were also under preservation consideration. B. Gardner said yes. The
discussion with the School Board members included the possibility of doing a Planned!Unit. :i:,
Development (PUD) like Cove School that allowed a higher density and more properties without
an adverse effect on the main house.
Lynne Heidt asked if the neighbors have shown any concern about the property. B.-Gardner:said
that some neighbors have discussed buying the property so is developed in a manner that they
thought would be appropriate. B. Gardner said that she believed that if the property is developed
in a single family way and not to the detriment of the mansion, the neighbors would be all for it.
She also believed that there are neighbors who would put themselves in front of the bulldozer if
the mansion were to be demolished.
B. Evanston Board of Ethics meeting regarding Lynne Heidt (report) , ;
K. Irwin said also on November 15, 2000 the Evanston Board of Ethics met to deal with,thei ; . i
ethics allegation against Lynne Heidt.
K. Irwin said that there were fifty people or more in L. Heidt's support. The Board of Ethics;,, t
took a vote that dismissed the allegation. The Board of Ethics confirmed that L. Heidt was not in
the Preservation Commission when the Northeast Historic Boundaries were created and that she
did not take any action to expand or contract the boundaries. L. Heidt thanked K. Irwin, B.
Gardner, M. Girard and C. Ruiz for their support.
Barbara Gardner suggested that Commissioners contact their Aldermen to express their concerns
about the process regarding ethics complaints. L. Heidt said that for a Realtor the issue.of ethics
is a very serious matter.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
Appointment of Nominating Committee of 2001 Evanston Preservation Commission_
Officers
Kirk Irwin, Jessica Deis and Heidi Carey volunteered as the nominating committee for the 2001
Preservation Commission Officers.
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VII. STAFF REPORT
New Issues, Updates and Projects Reviewed by Staff
Carlos Ruiz said that Commissioners received communications regarding the Northwestern
University lawsuit against the City of Evanston. Kirk Imin said that a reporter from the Daily
Northwestern had left a message at his home regarding the Northwestern University's lawsuit
against the City of Evanston in relation to the designation of the Northeast Evanston Historic
District. K. Irwin said he also received an a -mail with Northwestern University's press release.
K. Irwin said that he called .lames Wolinsla, Director, Community Development Department and
the Legal Department and confirmed that Northwestern University was suing the City of
Evanston. No Commission member or City staff was namod in the lawsuit. The lawsuit is in
Federal Court at 219 Dearborn in Chicago.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carlos Ruiz announced that the next Commission meeting is scheduled Tuesday, December 19,
2000, at 7:30 p.m., Room 2403, Evanston Civic Center, Evanston, Illinois 60201.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Jessica Deis moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Kirk Irwin seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted: �`l
Carlos D. Ruiz U
Senior Planner/Preservation Coordinator
Date: A we.1 i 1 jIto I m 1
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Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, October 26, 2000
7:30 P.M. - Room 2403
Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois
MEMBERS PRESENT: Heidi Carey, Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner (late), Michael Girard,
i n Lynne Heidi, Kirk Irwin, and Susan Regan
MEMBERS ABSENT: George Halik, Michael lm , .. r' g Iay, and Mark Sarkis'ian
OTHERS PRESENT: Reinhold Weiss, P. J. Prevo, Charles Marshall, Alicia Marshall and
Sherri Butala
PRESIDING:
STAFF:
Kirk Irwin, Chair
Carlos D. Ruiz
1. 'DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin, Chair, determined a quorum was present. He called the meeting to order at
approximately 7:38 p.m. • . �. !
If. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Kirk Irwin made the following changes to the September 19, 2000 minutes:
"Steve Knutson" to "Stephen Knutson" throughout.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. District 65-School Board
First paragraph, from "Instead, Alderman Dennis Drummer at a public meeting apparently made
the suggestion that the new facilities be built on tHe'site wherel314 Ridge Avenue IaA&nark
building stands." to "He said that Alderman Dennis Drummer at a public meting reportedly made
the suggestion that the School Board fight with the Preservation Commission."
Second paragraph, at the end from the first sentence remove "and achieve the goals of building -'
new facilities for the School District." The first sentence would read "Commission' ers derided to
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approach School District 65 officials and establish'a`dial6&i to determinem-hat options may be
available to preserve the landmark building.", : '' ' i ; :. ,
Lynne Heidt made the following change under.
B. Letter from Lynne Heidt Regarding the Evanston Board of Ethics
Second paragraph, remove "moral", the sentence would read "Lynne Heidt requested
Commissioner's support at the October 19, 2000 meeting with the Evanston Board of Ethics.
Michael Girard moved that the Commission adopt the minutes per corrections by K. Irwin and L.
Heidt. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
III. COMMUNICATIONS
Carlos Ruiz said the Commission received the following documents:
I. Development Alternatives for Evanston School District 65 Administration
Building (The former George B. Dryden Mansion) dated October 12, 1978.
- 2. Final Report by Mayor's Task Force [The Task Force was appointed to study and
make recommendations concerning the disposal and/or alternative use of School
District 65's Administration Building and property located at 1314 Ridge Avenue]
dated November 20, 1978.
3. Letter from Stephen Knutson regarding Raimondo-Parzen residence at 1104
Michigan Avenue (for the completion of the restoration work allowing work on
Sundays) dated October 6, 2000.
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4. Letter from Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois regarding the 106
Congress and the enactment of the Historic Homeownership Assistance Act
(HHAA) received via fax October 2, 2000.
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA)
1. 921 Ridge Avenue — Demolition of existing coach house/garage and construction of
new three -car, enclosed rear porch and deck addition.
Reinhold Weiss, owner and P. J. Prevo presented plans for demolition of an existing coach -
house/gamge and the construction of a new three -car garage, a rear sun porch and deck additiaa.
The property is within the Evanston Ridge Historic District
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R. Weiss said that the Commission had previously approved [October 19991 another Fnipos;0 for
an attached three -car garage, a sun porch and deck. He said there were two factors thyt had
determined his decision not to go ahead with that project. First, the rmlf design had the potrmTW
for leakage and perhaps its design was not the most appropriate for the local cliniate and seemed,
the garage foundation was close to the level of the house basement; that would havc require
lowering the driveway and the sewer would have been only 18-inches under the topsoil.
Lowering the sewer to four -feet seemed unreasonable.
R. Weiss said that the coach house would be replaced with a detached three -car garage. The rew
garage had a gable roof and three dormers facing cast and three dormers facing west. The design
of the new garage was more in keeping with the context of the main structure. Lynne Heidt
asked Carlos Ruiz if the Commission could require the construction of essentially another coach
house. C. Ruiz said that the Commission could not ask R. Weiss to build a new coach houste. He
said R. Weiss wanted a three -car garage, a substantial structure. R. Weiss said the coach house
was a two-story structure plus roof, the new garage was a one-story structure plus roof.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin asked if the finish material was brick. R. Weiss said he was not sure about the brick
finish. He added that the he probably would use dryvit on the upper portion of the garage. K_
Irwin said that he liked the use of the brick because it would act like a base. He complemented
R. Weiss for his dormers' design and detail.
C. Ruiz asked R. Weiss if he knew the maximum height allowed by the Zoning Ordinance for a
garage. R. Weiss said it was seventeen and one half (17-1/2) ft. and his proposed garage was at
that height. He said thanhe coach house roof had further deteriorated.
Jessica Deis moved to reiterate a motion for the approval of demolition of the existing garage at
921 Ridge Avenue; on the basis that it was previously reviewed by the Preservation Commission.
The new testimony regarding the garage revealed that its condition had in fact deteriorated form
its previous condition when the decision [for demolition] was made. In that basis she moved that
demolition be approved again. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
K. Irwin read subsection 2-9-9 (B) Standards for review of construction. K. Invin said that the
proposed garage, sun porch and deck met standards I, 2, 3, 4; 6, 7, 8, and 10. Commissioners
agreed. Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the application as presented finding
that it was in conformance with the appropriate standards. Heidi Carey seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously.
2. 1550 Asbury Avenue - Construction of glass conservatory
Charles Marshall and Alicia Marshall, owners presented plans for the construction of a glass
conservatory at 1550 Asbury Avenue. The property is within the Evanston Ridge Historic
District.
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C.'Marshall said they would like to remove an existing screened trellis and replaced %%ith a partial
glass and screen structure or conservatory. He said that the existing screen and plexi-
glass were badly deteriorated. C. Marshall said that the structure was a kit that -would enhance
the view of the property.
Cnmmissioa's Findings
Michael Girard asked if the structure would be wood or metal. C. Marshall said it would be
wood. C. Ruiz asked if the existing solar roof panels would remain. C. Marshall said, "yes."
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J. Deis moved that the Commission approve the project as presented finding that it was in r
compliance with the applicable standards for construction. H. Carey seconded the motion, 'The i
motion passed unanimously.,.r•
At this time K Irwin said that he would move onto the projects that were previously reviewed hy••
Commission members (on October 17, 2000 — no quorum present) with property owners and/or'
their representative being present. Those projects ivere now on a consent agenda.
3. 1326 Asbury Avenue - Removing existing metal and wood windows and replacing - - s
them with wood double hung windows
Michael Girard recused himself from discussion or voting stating that his employer was the i
architect for the project.
Heidi Carey said that the applicant would like to remove existing wood and metal windows at the
kitchen and family room. New double hung wood windows would be installed in their place:: H i;
Carey said that Commissioners felt that the proposal met standards for review of alterations 1,
and 2. H. Carey moved that the Commission accept the proposed plans for alterations to 1326
Asbury Avenue as presented. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: 5
ayes, I abstention (M. Girard).
K Irwin said that he would like to have one motion for the following projects [Commissioners
had indicated their approval through a strativ poll]: l�
4. 1702 Chicago Avenue - installing mechanical air conditioning and ventilation
K. Irwin said that the applicant would like to install an air conditioning system. They would
need to enclose the DX units sitting outside. They would also have to install some louvers for air
intake. M. Girard read from the review sheet "Provide A.C. for main structure, A.C. to be at
grade just outside of/and attached to structure. Fence will have cornice at top derived from
cornice elements on main structure. Height offence primarily for security, noise containment
and visual barrier." E
5. 1239 Maple Avenue -Demolishing an attached garage, removing a driveway,
replacing concrete curb, pouring new concrete slab and building new garage
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K. Irwin said the house had a frame garage that was added on to a two-story house with a fr =
access driveway. The applicant wanted to demolish the existing garage and remove the drNra
and build a new garage with an alley access.
M. Girard said that Commissioners found that the proposal met the standards for demolition 1, 2,
3, 4 and also it met the standards for review of new construction 1, 2, 4 and 8. M. Girard said the
owner was encouraged to explore the roof pitch of the garage to match the roof pitch of the
existing main structure.
6. 740 Michigan Avenue - Tearing down an existing garage and building a new two -
car garage
K. Irwin said the applicant wanted to tear down an old garage and build a new garage. The old
garage built in the 1920s was about to collapse. M. Girard said that Commissioners found that
the demolition of the existing garage met standards for demolition 1, 2, and 3. As far as -
construction the project met standards 1, 3, 5, and 7. The exterior material would be cedar siding
to match that of the main structure.
7. 1942 Orrington Avenue - demolishing a one -car garage and building a new two-cas
garage
K. Irwin said the applicant would like to demolish a one -car garage and build a two -car garage.
M. Girard said that the contractor had stop the demolition of the one -car garage once he found
the property was under the Commission's purview. K. Irw-in said that the new garage roof would
have a 12/9 pitch. M. Girard said the garage would have wood corner trim with vinyl siding with
3 %-inch exposure. Also the wood trim would-be used at corners, around windows, and eaves. -
Heidi Carey moved that the Commission accept the above applications that were presented
before the Commission. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
At this time the Commission reviewed a project that was asked to submit additional information
for the Commission's review
S. 1916 Maple Avenue and 1918 Maple Avenue - front, side and rear
alterations/cons true tion
The property owner of 1916 and 1918 Maple Avenue had claimed that he was not aware that the
building was an )vanston Landmark even after he had obtained permits for electrical and
plumbing work. He had already built a brick wall at the rear and had changed wood windows
with vinyl windows without a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Commission.
The Commission had received from the applicant a packet with information related to his request
for a Certificate of Appropriateness. "
Kirk Irwin asked for comments regarding the round tops of windows on the front facade.. " Susan
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Regan said that the top of the window sash would read with tb.- horizontal design element orr the
main facade. Michael Girard said that from the first submittal it looked like the front facade
windows original half round sashes sat in front of the upper operable sash on the double hung
windows, so that the profile was reduced.
Jessica Deis said she preferred what was done to the windows on the building immediately rmfh
where the half round were filled in. keeping the curve as a stronger element. J. Deis said that if
the applicant agreed to have a half round window that would be preferable.
M. Girard said that the applicant had also constructed a wall without a construction permit, }
effectively walling up a vent well at the rear. Salra£ed brick was used from the structure to baild
the wall. The applicant had been directed at Site Plan and Appearance Review Committee to
remove all work that was done without a permiL The applicant had not done that yet. The
proposed work included a stairwell center -lined of the rear of the building to enclose the existing
rear open porches. '
For review of new construction, M. Girard said the Commission would review the construction a
new stairwell to replace two existing staircases. The new stairwell would connect the enclosed
porches and a roof deck at the rear. The porches mould be enclosed with wood frame, vinyl
siding and full height sliding doors with railings. The exterior texture and appearance would be
common brick and mortar to match existing common brick at rear. M. Girard said that
Commissioners did not want to approve the new rear wall as far as its structural integrity or
sanctioning its construction without a permit.
Lynne Heidt said this kind *of cases should be resolved by the appropriate people before they
come to the Commission for review. M. Girard felt that the Commission was being used to
acquire a permit. L. Heidt said that the Commission's approval should be for the design only. C.
Ruiz said that the Commission wanted to make clear that it was not sanctioning in favor of the =
wall, because the safety of the wall was unknown. The Commission's ruling would be on the
appearance of the brick and on the way the enclosure was made. He said that if the Commission
were to approve the brick wall, the enclosed porches would black its view.
M. Girard said that his concern was that the brick wall met the zoning requirements related to the
interior rooms being served by it. C. Ruiz said that the Commission's Certificate of
Appropriateness was subject to the proposed work being in compliance with the Zoning
Ordinance and the Building Code. If there were substantial changes due to zoning or building
requirements, the project would come back to the Commission_
M. Girard said that the project was under the standards for alteration. The wood windows werr
already changed with vinyl windows. The front arched windows had been also changed. The
Commission had asked the applicant to provide drav-ings for the arched windows. The drawings
indicated that the aluminum trim would not exceed 3-inches, the stone belt curse was shown as
3-3l4- inches and the cornice and the crown of the front facade would be replicated to match
existing in sheet metal. The applicant indicated that if he did not find the appropriate craftsmen
for the work that the cornice and crown would be replicated in wood. s
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M. Girard moved that the Commission accept the application for alteration pertaining to the
front windows, the new windows being vinyl with particular attention to the main windows on
center of facade with half round lights above with stone belt curse not exceeding 3-inches and to
be in alignment with the stone. Also replication of existing sheet metal cornice and crown with
same material or wood. Heidi Carey seconded the motion.
Discussion:
C. Ruiz asked if the Commission w-as now saying that vinyl windows were acceptable on front
elevations or this was an exception because the property owner did not know that the property
was an Evanston Landmark until the last minute:' i`[. Girard said that either w-ay the
Commission was putting itself in a difficult spot. The property owner had already installed
around 16 windows out of 30 windows. J. Deis said that the case was situational where the
owner might be able to make a valid case for financial hardship. She said the windows had to be
replaced in an income producing property and that wooden windows would be cost prohibitive
far the entire structure. She said that this case did not give card blanch to put vinyl windows on
all historic buildings, she believed this type of decision was in a case by case basis. i
C. Ruiz said that he had raised the question because he believed that if circumstances were
different and if the project had been reviewed before changes were made, that the Commission
would have requested the owner that he had to consider the restoration of the front elevation
windows or their replacement in kind. K. Irwin agreed. J. Deis said that it was also possible that
the property owner might have submitted cost estimates that would have indicated that
restoration or replacement of windows in kind would have been cost prohibitive. C. Ruiz said
that the property owner had provided information in that regard.
M. Girard said that perhaps for future projects it would be helpful to identify outfits that do,
window restoration and get a typical double hung window of certain size and get cost estimate.-
C. Ruiz said that he was aware of two companies that restore historic windows. The restoration_
cost would depend on the degree of deterioration of each window being restored. The cost also
depends on full restoration or localized restoration.
The motion passed. Vote: 5 ayes, 1 nay
M. Girard said the review under construction included a new central stairwell that would replace
existing side stairs cases and the rear porches would be enclosed. Regarding the brick wall, the
Commission determined that the common brick and the mortar color should match the existing
brick. M. Girard moved that the Commission approve the stairwell to replace the existing rear
stairs cases to connect to new roof deck, enclosure of rear porches and brick wall at rear to match
existing common brick and mortar at rear of structure. H. Carey seconded the motion.
Discussion:
C. Ruiz asked if the Commission expected the rear porch enclosure to have wood comers and
wood trim around windows with vinyl siding in between. M. Girard said that the scale of the
building was an issue and that no special treatment of the vinyl siding installation would be
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needed.
The motion passed unanimonsly.
V. OLD BUSINESS
K. Irwin said that the Commission had previously discussed about a public awareness program
with Commission members being present at that meeting. He did not elaborate further. rMtr. i r i
Commission had previously agreed to implement a public awareness program and formed ar
committee to address that issue. The committee met once and would report to the Commissiitm .'
in the near future]
V1. NEW BUSINESS
C. Ruiz said that there was no new business to report ;
VII. STAFF REPORT
Michael Girard said he was about to complete the garage sheet (for Certificate of
Appropriateness applications] that he was working on.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carlos Ruiz announced that the next Commission meeting is scheduled Tuesday, November 21,
2000, at 7:30 p.m., Room 2403, Evanston Civic Center, Evanston, Illinois 60201.
Kirk Irwin announced that the Evanston Ethics Board was scheduled on November 15, 2000 a
7:30 p.m. at the Aldermanie Library. Ile said that Lynne Heidt's case was continued because the
Ethics Board did not receive the necessary information at their last meeting.
IX. ADJOURNMENT - - -
Heidi Carey moved to adjourn the meeting at-8:45 p.m. Kirk Irwin seconded the motion. ;The
motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted:
Car as D. Ruiz
Senior Planner/Prese-ravati jCoo/Oz'>
rdinator
Date: +4 e i a l
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EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSION
.:Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 19, 2000 , ,
7:30 P.M. - Room 2403 ,, ccll,f s, act
Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois
MEMBERS PRESENT: Barbara Gardner, Michael Girard, Lyhn6 Heidt, Michael+Imray, �r
Kirk Irwin, Susan Regan and Mark Sarkisian .. .
MEMBERS ABSENT: Heidi Carey, Jessica Deis and George Halik
OTHERS PRESENT: Robert and Dale Lubotsky, Stephen Knutson, Mark Fisher,''
Michael Flagg,'Doug Hood, Andrea Handley and Mary
McWilliams
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PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin, Chair
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz
I. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin, Chair, determined a quorum was present diiough.A `r611 call: He called the meeting to
order at approximately 7:35 p.nL J
IL APPROVAL OF MIlTrES '
Carlos Ruiz said he was still writing the last Commission's meeting minutes.
111. COMMUNICATIONS
Commission members received two newspaper articles:
I . Panel issues opinion in preservation case (Evanston Review, Thursday, August
24, 2000, page 7).
2. Pros and cons in living in a landmark/How to research history of your house
(Evanston Review, Thursday, September 7, 2000, page A i )
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conflict with standard 1, because the house was not a good example of a Bungalow. Five (5)
Commissioners believed that the demolition of the house was not in conflict with standard 2, two'
(2) Commissioners disagreed. Five (5) Commissioners thought that the demolition of the house
was not in conflict with standard 3, one (1) Commissioner disagreed, and one (1) Commissioner
did not have an opinion. Commissioners concluded unanimously that the demolition of the
house was not in conflict with standard 4, the house could be reproduced without great expense.`
Regarding standard 5, Commissioners unanimously agreed that the applicants had plans for a
new house and that they would be seeking a building permit if the Commission approved the
demolition. Finally, the Commission concluded that the applicant adequately addressed
subsection 2-9-9 (E) during his presentation.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the demolition of the house at 721 Forest:
Avenue as not being in conflict with subsection 2-9-9 (D) standards for review of demolition.
Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: 5 ayes, 2 nays (Mark Sarkisian
and Michael Girard). '
Kirk Irwin read the Preservation Ordinance subsection 2-9-9 (B) standards for review of
construction. Commissioners concluded that the design for the construction of anew house at'
721 Forest Avenue met standards 1 to 8, 10 and 11. The Commission also concluded that
standards 9, 12 to 15 and 17 were not applicable. Regarding standard 16, the Commission did
not impose a single architectural style.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the proposed design for a new house at
721 Forest Avenue as meeting the applicable standards of subsection 2-9-9 (B) standards for
review of construction. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously'.
2. 2419 Lincoln Street -- Exterior alterations and construction of a new side and rear
yard addition
Michael Girard abstained from any comment and vote. He said that he worked for the office of
Steve Knutson.
Stephen Knutson and Mark Fisher, architects presented plans for exterior alterations and the
construction of a new side and rear yard addition at 2419 Lincoln Street. The property is an
Evanston Landmark.
Mr. Knutson said that the project consists of remodeling the existing kitchen, building a one-
story family roonraddition, building a second story bedroom, building a new canopy over the
front door, and reconfiguring the roof on the enclosed porch on the west side of the house.
The north (rear yard) and east (side yard) one-story addition and second story addition would
have a stucco finish to match the existing finish of the house. The roof on the one-story addition'
would be a hip roof and the roof on the second -story addition would be a gable roof to match the
existing gable roof. The overhang and trim details would match existing roof overhang and trim.
The new windows would be French wood casement windows with true divided lights. The new
rear porch has a wood column holding the hip roof over it and wood stairs, posts and railings.
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L. Heidt moved that the Commission recommend granting the variation for the 7-foot high face
and approve the 7-foot high fence as submitted. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The
motion failed. Vote: 3 ayes, 4 nays.
M. Girard moved that the Commission approve a 6-foot high fence finding that it would metm
the Preservation Ordinance subsection 2-9-9 (B) standards for review of construction 1, 7, 9. 10, 1
and 12 to 15. L. Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimoush•.
4. 516 Greenwood Street — Rear addition (off agenda item)
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Andrea Handley, owner and Doug Hood, contractor presented plans for a rear addition at 516.
Greenwood Street. The property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District. ,
Dough Hood said that the project consists of rear addition to the kitchen area of a duplex unit,..-..
The enclosure of the space would bring the rear wall of the east unit into alignment with the rear , .
wall of the west unit. D. Hood said that the exterior finish material would be redwood cedar . ,
siding to match the finish of the main structure. The new windows would be Marvin wood
windows with divided lights. y
Commission's Findings
Barbara Gardner said that the new windows upper sash, west of the new door, should match the
vertical divided lights of the existing windows east of the new door. Carlos Ruiz said that the
graphic representation on the elevations of a new French door needed to reflect the actual design:
of the French door.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the proposed addition with the following
requirements: that the new windows divided lights match the upper sash vertical divided lights of.
the existing windows, and that the rear French door configuration be revised and approved by
staff. The motion also stated that the Commission found that the proposed work met the
Preservation Ordinance subsection 2-9-9 (A) standards for review of alterations. Lynne Heidi
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
V. OLD BUSINESS
Pittsburgh Preservation Forum — Report
Mary McWilliams reported that she attended a preservation forum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
the first weekend In August -
The forum w-as about helping Commissioners and Commission staff do their jobs. A prelimuaary
session for Commissioners and Chairs was held on a Friday. Additional workshops were held
Saturday and Sunday.
At each workshop a panel spoke about different historic preservation topics. Then the group
would break up in small groups and reconvene later to determine what they had learned form the
session. A plenary session with all different groups followed.
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Mary McWiIliams said she found the sessions to the point. useful and they prw0ded helpful
information on preservation issues.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. District 65 — School Board
Kirk Irwin said that he was concerned with the recent developments involving the George B.
Dryden House (I314 Ridge Avenue), owned by School District 65, and the apparent
misunderstanding about the Commission's role, position and involvement regarding landmark
buildings. He noted that 1314 Ridge Avenue is an Evanston Landmark %ithin the Evanston
Ridge Historic District and it is also a landmark listed in the National Register of Historic Places'."
School District 65 has plans to build new facilities on Lake Street east of the canal that has not
been welcomed by the residents of the area. He said that Alderman Dennis Drummer at a public(.'
meeting reportedly made the suggestion that the School Board fight with the Preservation
Commission.
Commissioners decided to approach School District 65 officials and establish a dialogue to
determine what options may be available to preserve the landmark building. Commissioners
agreed that Kirk Irwin would first seek advice from Roger Crum, City Manager and determine a'
course of action.
B. Letter From Lynne Heidt Regarding the Evanston Board of Ethics
Lynne Heidt distributed copies of aletter dated September 17, 2000 to the Evanston Board of
Ethics. She explained that her letter categorically denies any allegations made by Mr. Stuart
Navy on April 12, 2000 at a City Council meeting and a letter dated July 25, 2000 suggesting
that she masterminded the boundaries of the Northeast Evanston Historic District to omit the
property at 1935 Sherman Avenue, The Windermere, (formerly Hillel).
Lynne Heidt requested Commissioners' support at the October 19, 2000 meeting with the
Evanston Board of Ethics.
C. Public Awareness
:
Commission members discussed ways in which the Commission could improve and enhance its
effectiveness of communicating with the general public and landmark ow -hers and property
owners within historic districts. Commissioners agreed that the Commission could develop
brochures that would assist applicants for a certificate of appropriateness in providing the
necessary information for the Commission to review and approve projects.
Commissioners agreed to have a working meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. to
further discuss a public awareness program.
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VII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carlos Ruiz announccd that the next Commission meeting is schadulad Tuesday, October 17,
2000, at 7:30 p.m., Room 2403, Evanston Civic Ccnw. Evanston. Illinois 60201
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business in the agenda, Kirk Ir,^in adjourned the meeting 9AO p.m.
Respcctfully Submitted:
Carlos D. Ruiz
Senior TlannerlPrese ation Coordinator
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EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, August 15, 2000
7:30 p.m. -Room 2403
Ci.•ic Center
7i. -i!ii3 � /7!!: I!i'. i1't'�i:K! - I. .. .. {•r i i 1.'.II tF � 1 J1t 1
MEMBERS PRESENT: Heidi Carey, Jessica Deis, Michael Girard, Lynne Heidt, Michael
, ! , I I , Imlay, Kirk Irwin. Susan Regan, and Mirk Sarkisian i
MEMBERS ABSENT:, Barbara Gardner, and George Halik -' F
OTHERS PRESENT: :Horace F. Graves, Dominick Botti, John Voosen, John Mortell, Bill
Hicks, Bob Ceirle, Dave Galloway, Roger Chancellor, Kristen
Hertel, Joan Silins, Melinda Heindel, Renee Worthington, Jill = '
Darrow, L. W Willson, Ellen Galland, and Mary Ebeling. i
PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin, Chair
STAFF: Carlos Ruiz
1. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM '
Kirk Irwin determined that a quorum of eight members was present' and called the meeting t0
order at 7:34 p.m.
H. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 20, 2000 minutes
• Kirk Irwin said that on page 17, paragraph one, item B, nationwide Preservation Commissi(m,
he would like to add after ...Kirk Irwin said that the Commission needed to formally sponsor the
attendance of Mary McWilliams to the conference, so that she may qualify for the State
scholarship and that the City will not incur any expenses.
Kirk Irwn said at -another City meeting someone had asked him how the minutes were processed
internally in the City. He said that Carlos Ruiz informed him that after the Commission adopts
the minutes, they are filed with the City Clerk so that they are available to the public.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission accept the minutes of June 20, 2000 meeting of the
Preservation Commission with the changes that Kirk Irwin had noted. Michael Girard seconded •
the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
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III. COMMUNICATIONS
At this time Kirk Irwin said he would like to skip item III. on the agenda and move to the rwa
item. ! i
IV, COMMITTEE REPORTS "
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA) - (approximateh• 15 minutes
per project)
1. 1109 Emerson Street -restoring the existing stained glass windows
Horace F. Graves, member and treasurer of Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church,'
Dominick Botti, contractor and John Voosen, architects presented plans for restoring the existing
stained glass windows at 1109 Emerson. The property is an EN—w=on Landmark. ! 11 i t s
John Voosen said the windows are three windows, a large arched window with two smaller
windows below it. The windows have suffered too match damage through time and fire. The
Ebenezer AME Church selected Botti Studios of Evanston. The goal is to retain all the stained
glass and replace the frame. The proposal from Botti Studios was for aluminum frame. They
also have an estimate for wood frame. Horace Graves said that the wood frame estimate was
$80,860.00, the cost of aluminum was S71,814.00. He said that existing window is primarily'
wood. The bars are steel braces that were installed some time later.
John Voosen said that the objective was protecting the art glass with a I/4" laminated glass to i
protect the art glass. The laminated glass would stay clear over time, so that the leading scale
Would still be visible. There are more stained windows on the east elevation that were restored-;: P
with aluminum frames. Horace Graves said that maintenance of the windows would be a
substantial expense for the Church over time.
John Voosen said that current wood frame is painted. Dominick Boni said that after the fire the
front elevation window was examined, noting that the frame was lacking of structural stability.
Back in 1989 he reevaluated the condition of the stained glass and noted that the frame was not
stable. He said that the problem of the wood frame was that it was fabricated during the building
construction. Therefore, the structural integrity of that frame is not something that was built in a
controlled environment. He said that rebuilding the frame in wood would cause it to alter
an) -way; particularly considering the exposure of the windows to the elements.
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Mark Sarkisian asked if the stained glass pieces would remain the same. Dominick Botti said =
that all would be there when the new frame is constructed. He said that the storm glass would be
installed inside.
Mark Sarkisain and Kirk Irwin expressed that they did not have a problem with the aluminum.
frame. Horace Graves noted that the building is 300 yards from the Metra tracks and the
additional vehicular traffic causes tremendous structural stress to the building and the windows.
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He said that even if a wood frame is installed, the metal, frame is still,stronger, that the wvod
frame.
In response from a question from :Nark. Sarkisian, Dominick Botti said that Botti Studios is the
only stained glass studio registered with the Federal Government to work on historic landmarks
owned by the Federal Government_ Part of the project is to take historic documentation of the
work piece by piece including broken glass.
Kirk Irwin asked if the lead that holds the stained glass would touch the aluminum. Dominick
Botti said that the windows themselves are installed on rubber blocks. Kirk Irwin asked if there
would be a space between the exterior glass and the art glass. D. Botti said that the laminated
glass is sealed. He said that each individual piece would have its own bent from the inside.
Jessica Deis referred to standard 6 of alteration. She said that seeing the sample of the frame and
as indicated by the applicant the replacement of the visual quality of the wood frame would be
virtually identical. J. Deis said that the modification of the windows would make them much
more enduring than if there were replaced in kind.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the application for the Ebenezer AME Church
at 1109 Emerson Street as presented, finding that it is in accordance with appropriate standard
for review of alteration. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Carlos Ruiz thanked Horace Graves for being so gracious during conversations about the project.
Horace Graves acknowledge the information and words of encouragment he received from
Carlos Ruiz.
Z. 900 Colfax Street - rebuilding and extending a side entry porch
John Mortell, owner presented plans for rebuilding and extending a side entry porch at 900
Colfax Street. The property is within the Northeast Evanston Historic District.
John Mortell said that he was able to find a matching brick from a construction site. He showed
pictures and old postcards of the original house. He said that when he applied for the certificate,
he had proposed to rebuild the porch as the existing. Jessica Deis said that the brick portion
seemed to have a limestone cap. John Mortell said, yes it does. He added that the house was
built in 1908.
Commission's Findings
Carlos Ruiz asked if the deck would be extended_ John MortelI said that the deck would actually
be shorter. Jessica Deis asked if he would mix the salvaged brick with the existing brick.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the application for the property at 900 Colfax
as presented in both graphic and verbal testimony, finding that it meets the applicable standards
for review. Heidi Carey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
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3. 718 - 734 Noyes Street : removing deteriorated mesad rear stairways and replacing
them with new metal stairways.
Bill Hicks, architect Bob Ceirle, contractor, Dave Galloway. ccmdo owner and board vice-
president presented plans for removing and replacing seven e.�ior stairs at 71 S -734 Nopm
Street. The property is an Evanston Landmark within the Nor6cast Evanston Wistoric District.
Dave Galloway said the seven stairs are original to the building but they art: cx=mely
deteriorated. The conclusion was that replacement of the stairs would be the b.-ct they could do
for the building to meet the code requirements and for the appearance of the building. The cost '
would be significantly less than repairing the existing stairs.
Dave Galloway said that there are only three stairs visible from Sherman Avenge. Kirk. Irwvt
said that the stairs are located on secondary facades.
Bill Hicks said that there was a serious analysis done of the condition of the stairs. They, look at
every square inch of the stairs that were recorded in the plans_ He said that it was clear from the"'
economics point of view that the stairs should be replaced and not repaired. Bob Ceirle has a.
standarized system that would closely resemble the existing st3:-M. Bill Hicks said that the
project would satisfy all involved.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis said that the documentation provide was "awe" inspiring. The documents make ti" t
compelling economic argument. She said that the removal of the lead point would be over
$90,000 not including other cost. J. Deis said that the proposal for replacement was very
compelling.
Heidi Carey moved that the Commission accept the proposal for 718 -734 Noyes Street as
presented. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. '
4. 2735 Sheridan Road - one-story addition on the south elevation and one-story
addition on the east elevation, replacement of windows, demolition and
reconstruction of front entry stairs
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Roger Chancellor, architect, and Kristen Hertel, property owner presented plans for a one-sto'ty
addition on the south elevation and one-story addition on the eat elevation, replacement of"
windows, demolition and reconstruction of front entry stairs at'_735 Sheridan Road. The
property is an Evanston Landmark.
Roger Chancellor said that his clients plan to do a complete interior renovation to the interior of
the home. They would also like to build a small addition on the :auth end of the house and
considering the possibility of building a conservatory glass enci-c--sure at the rear addition facing
the lake. The addition would be sided to match the existing siding as well matching the existing
windows on the house. The same bead design present on the frorst elevation dormers would be
on the rear dormers. R. Chancellor said that all the existing windows would be replaced with
new insulated glass windows to match existing windows.
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Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin said that the plans as presented did not include the conservatory to the east . Roger
Chancellor said that the conservatory would need a zoning variance from the required
15'setback. He said that they would like to obtain the Commission's preliminary review
regarding the proposed conservatory.
Kirk Irwin asked Carlos Ruiz if on Isabella Street beyond the cul-de-sac would be considered the
public way. Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission has revietived projects on private streets such
as Edgemere Court, a private street opened to the public and other City services and mail
delivery. Roger Chancellor said that Frank Aguado, of the Zoning Division. also concluded that
Isabella Street is a public way; the reason why the property was considered a corner lot with a
required side yard setback of 15'.
In response to questions from Carlos Ruiz, Roger. Chancellor said that the existing v%•indow
material is wood, the condition is not bad, but they are not insulated, and are single pane glass.
He said that they do not feel it would be appropriate to put on storm windows because it would,
effectively kill the look of the windows. The proposed windows are new insulated wood
window with divided lights, exterior casings to match existing details exactly. The interior
would be wood as well. Carlos Ruiz asked if the applicant explored the cost of restoring the
windows. Roger Chancellor said, no. Kristen Hertel said they do not want to change the
appearance of the house, rather improve the comfort of the house particularly during the winter.
Carlos Ruiz said that he would like to have, for the record, the specifications of the new
windows, because apparently the existing windows could be restored. Roger Chancellor
explained that earlier additions to the house have windows that do not match. He said that what
they were proposing was to make all windows to match.
Michael Girard moved that the Commission accept the addition to the south as presented. Mark..
Sarkisian seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Regarding the northeast addition, Kirk Irwin asked if the conservatory would be a prefabricated
kit. Roger Chancellor said, yes. He added that the detail provided by the conservatory fabricator
was of the highest standards.
Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission's role regarding zoning variation is only advisory. Jessica
Deis asked if the applicant was aware of any neighbor that may object to the plans for the
addition for any reason. Kristen Hertel said that her neighbors would not object to the plans. The
Commission determined that the proposed addition on the northeast side of the property would
not be objectionable to the Commission.
5. 3433 Clifford Avenue - addition of a screened porch and stone patio on the west side
of the house, installation of new awning windows, and a new fireplace flue on the,
east side of the house
Melinda Heindel, architect and Joan Silins, property owner presented plans for an addition of a
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screened porch and stone patio on the west side of the house, installation of new awning
windows, and a new fireplace flue on the east side of the house. The property is art !ti-anstoa '
Landmark.
Melinda Heindel said that her client bought the house from the original architect. The house is
for two people to live in, and it literally belongs on a be3ch somewhere in California. The wails
are 4" x 4" cedar logs or posts stacked up with no insulation. The little «indows at the corners
are beautiful from the inside; her clients had to install a second layer of glass on them to resolve
some of the moisture problems. Melinda Heindel said that there are two skylights and the oaly
windows that operate in the house are in the kitchen and on the second floor eastern ele%mtiom
Melinda Heindel said that by adding windows towards the park would accomplish crass
ventilation through the house and also opening up the kitchen a little bit. They would also like to'
add a fireplace or relocate the existing fire place to make the first floor a little more livable. The
screened porch is just a place to be outside. ,
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis asked what an awning window was. Melinda Heindel said it was like a casement
window with the hinges at the top. Kirk Irwin asked if the existing windows were casement also.
Melinda Heindel said, yes. She added that they were contemplating cleaning the outside and
apply a clear stain because all the wood was never treated Melinda Heindel mentioned that
currently the kitchen was completely enclosed.
Kirk Irwin said that the project raises an interesting preservation question. Are they maintaining
the character of the house by adding windows on a solid wall? Also, how would the
Commission measure that against the need to use the house with ventilation and light. Jessica
Deis said there was so little precedent for the house that it becomes very difficult question.
Joan Silins said that the original owner/architect designed the house as an architectural exercise.
The house was finished in 1959. The house was designed to live in as a loft. Melinda Heindel
said that to keep the house a viable entity as a living space it needs the upgrades to ensure its
preservation. Jessica Deis said that Melinda Heindel just made a significant statement. Kirk
Irwin agreed. Jessica Deis said that when looking at the ten standards of alteration, she found
none standing up against what the applicant wanted to do. She cited standard 4 and said that the
changes are proposed now; standard 5, she said that'the proposed alterations were a very
sensitive set of alterations.
Kirk Irwin said that the house was strongly axial in two directions. In order to maintain the
feeling of the solidity of it, the architect put a column on the axis, so that there is a solid on the
axis rather than a void. The addition of the windows and the vertical element of the chimney is
consistent with the design concept of the house.
Carlos Ruiz noted that the house is one of the few contemporary buildings with landmark status
in Evanston. He said that the old Preservation Ordinance had a 25 year age requirement for a
structure to be eligible for designation. He said that because of the reasons mentioned by the
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owner of the house, the building is unique in teams of the design, and history. Carlos Ruiz said '
that in his opinion the house is an important landmark -
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the . -Iterations to 3433 Clifford Avenue as
proposed, finding that they are in accordance with appropriate standards. Michael Imlay -
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimoush•.
7. 827 Greenleaf - resubdivision of lots of record to 2 lots of record -
Michael Girard recused himself.
Renee Worthington, presented plans for the resubdivision of 827 Greenleaf from 3 lots to 2 lots.
The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Renee Worthington said that she was representing her mother, property owner. Renee
Worthington said that her family has presented an application to the Zoning Board regarding 3
lots that they have at 827 Greenleaf Street, 1107 Elmwood Avenue, and 825 Greenleaf Street.
Renee Worthington said that they would like to subdi%ide the 3 lots of record to 2 lots of records.
She said that the imaginary line would not change the property in any way. She said that they
need to go in front of the Zoning Board of appeals in order to accommodate three cars. Renee
Worthington said that they were asking for a major variance, as oppose to 5,000 s.f., they were
hopping to have a lot of 3,564 s.f.
Commission'., Findings
Kirk Irwin said that the proposed subdivision worked very well. Kirk Irwin said that the existing
garage was not in the same character as the main house- Mark Sarkisian asked if there were any
modifications planned on the property. Renee Worthington said, no.
Kirk Irwin referred to the standards for review of subdivision, resubdivision and consolidation.
Commissioners concluded that the proposed subdivision complied with standards I (a) and I (d).
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the subdivision of the property with the
primary residence is at 827 Greenleaf Street, finding that it is in accordance with all the
applicable standards. Susan Regan seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
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642 Sheridan Square — Proposed balconies (concept m-iew)
Jill Darrow, L. W. Williamson and Michael Wilson, owners and Ellen Galland, architect'
presented the construction of two balconies at 642 Sheridan Square. The property is an Evanston
Landmark
E. Galland said her clients were seeking advisory review from the Commission for the
construction of two curved balconies on the second and third floors of the landmark building.
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She said that M. Wilson, the Fist floor condo owner, was willing to participate and that he mi&
install French doors in his unit instead. E. Galland said the building faced north: the Nalconks
would face northeast. She noted that they could not find a statement of signitica nec for the
landmark, but the building might be a landmark because of its terracotta details. Imation or
integrity.
E. Galland said that two other alternatives were considered: First, squaring off the balconies %,-ith
a corner post. Second, installing angled balconies %ith brackets. She said the biggest challenge'
was whether to put balconies at all, the second challenge was how to do it. E. Galland thought
the balconies were a good idea, however there were not too many examples of similar balconies
around.
Commission's Findings
In response to a question from Jessica Deis, E. Galland said that the flooring for the balconies
would be concrete in a light tone. The wzought iron railing for the balconies had to be tall.
K. Irwin said that the mass of the building was squared off, and that the proposed curved
balconies still provided a sense of transparency. He felt that a curve element was important
within the classical design language of the building- He thought that the proposed balconies
could work very well.
E. Ellen Galland said that another challenge was that they needed a zoning variance. Under the
zoning ordinance a balcony should not project more than 3-feet from the exterior wall. A
balcony could only be on the front or the rear yard. The side yard requirement for R=5 zone was
3-feet. r
Mark Sarkisian was concerned with the slope of the slab particularly of the second floor that was
more ornamentally treated. E. Galland said it would depend on the size of the steel structurb. -
Michael Imlay said the balconies were a good idea. The question was how to hang them from
the building and not he
the terracotta. He asked if that could be done.
Susan Regan suggested an open grid structure to maximize the transparency of the balconies.
Commissioners agreed with S. Regan's suggestion. J. Deis said that in her opinion the proposed
balconies needed the appropriate ornamentation derived from existing details.
E. Galland asked if the Commission had any comments regarding the proposed French doors and
railing on the first floor to match the proposed for the second and third floors. C. Ruiz said that
he had discussed that issue with E. Galland previously. it was his opinion to maintain the
original architectilre as much as possible. The French doors on the second and third floors would
lead to the balcony and they were necessan'. That c%as not the case on the first floor. K. Irwin
added that the first floor was articulated differently from the second and third floors.
E. Galland asked if they needed to come back in front of the Commission before they apply for
the zoning variance. C. Ruiz said that it appeared that the Commission had a favorable reaction
to the proposed balconies. The Commission would benefit from knowing what the zoning issues
were and whether or not the zoning variance was obtained. He said the Commission's purview.
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was advisory regarding zoning issues and biding for design issues. E. Galland said that they .. ;
needed to know the outcome of the zoning variance so that they could work on the: deviling of ,
the balconies. C. Ruiz said the Commission would like to see the detailing of the balconies, The
applicant should also address the issue of having a metal structure other than concrete or a solid
material. The issue of having a light structure versus a heavy structure; or appearance should be
addressed as well_ E. Galland thanked the Commission for their input.
At this time K Irwin event back to item Ill. Communications
III. COMINILT iICATIONS
A. Letter from Fl1en Szymanski, Assistant Corporation Counsel dated August d, 2000 to -
Lynne Heidt, Preservation Commission member, regarding upcoming Board of Ethics
meeting of September 28, 2000 to review letter from Mr. Stuart Novy dated July 25,
2000.
Kirk Irwin said that Lynne Heidt had been accused of an ethics violation. He exp{ained that the
way that had been working over the past few months was that people would write a letter to the
Mayor, the Mayor would pass on the letter to the Board of Ethics, the letter would be read in
public with the press present. He said he went to the Board of Ethics meeting of August 3, 2000
when the letter was read. He told the Board of Ethics that Lynne Hcidt should be notified right
of way, because it was not fair to send a letter to aboard and have it read in public %ithout the
people being involved in it. K. Irwin said that Lynne Heidt was notified the next day.
K. Irwin expressed his complete support of L. Heidt on this matter. L. Heidt had been accused of
being involved with gerrymandering the boundary of the Northeast Evanston Historic District
Association's (NEHDA) proposed district. The fact is she was not on the Commission until later
and she was not involved with NEHDA when the boundaries of the district were proposed.
Lynne Heidt said that when the district was proposed she actually thought that the building at
1935 Sherman Avenue was in the district. She said that she absolutely did not have anything to.
do with the boundaries of the district. She said that in conversations with her colleas=ues at
Coldwell Banker, she told them that she would not be able to vote on the nomination, because
she thought that the building was in the district. She said that National district was establish on
August 12, 1999, she went on the Commission on August 15, 1999.
Lynne Heidt said that Alderman NewTnan had also asked her if she had attended any meetings
having to do with Hillell when they decided to move from the property. Lynne Heist said that ;
she did not have anything to do with that.
Jessica Deis asked if the Commission could take a moment to read the August G, 2000 rebuttal i; I
from the Coldwell Banker associates into the record, and secondly, she asked if it was possible to
make sure that the letter is also read into the record at the meeting of the Ethics committee on
September 28, 2000.
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Kirk Irwin read a letter dated August 6, 2000 into the record from Patricia De\oyer and Cliff
Sears. The letter clearly established that Lynne Heidt v4rts not involved at all %,.4 the district
boundaries.
Lynne Heidt said that she has been in real estate for 25 years, she was outmgcd by the
accusations. Kirk Irwin said that the Ethics Board reports to the Rules Committee of City
Council. The Rules Committee reports to the full City Council. The Mayor is an ex-ofticio
member of the Rules Committee, Kirk Irwin said that at the last Rules Committee meeting it
was mentioned that a Preservation Commission member and an elected official had been named
in an ethics allegation. He said that at that point, Alderman Arthur \eiwman the Mayor said than`
the Mayor could not send letters to be read in public without checking the facts prior to doing so.
Kirk Irwin said that he was stating what he had observed at a meeting a week and half tgti.' Kirk
Irwin said that the Ethics Board will meet on September 28, 2000. He said that he planted an
being there.
B. Ethics Panel won't take conflict case: Evanston Review, Thursday, August 10, 2000,
Page 14.
Kirk Irwin said the article combines two issues. He reminded Commissioners when Mary
McWilliams and Judy Fiske were subject to a letter that was also sent the Ethics Board. The
letter involved the matter of whether or not they were associate members of the Commission.
Kirk Irwin said that issue did not matter, because anybody could put up a proposal before the
Commission. He said that the Ethics Board took a legalistic approach on the matter where they
decided not to review any ethics issues relating to Judy Fiske and Mary McWilliams, because
they were not associate members nor were they full members of the Preservation Commission,
therefore they did not come under the purview of the Ethics Board.
Kirk Irwin said in the article they combine two separate meetings and made it sound like it was
one meeting. He said the issue of him wearing a button was a month ago; the issue dealing with'
Mary McWilliams and Judy Fiske was recent. He said that the article made him look bad and he
was not pleased at all.
Kirk Irwin just mentioned the following articles:
C. Interfaith apartment project seeks loan: Evanston Review, Thursday, August 10,
2000, Page 7. and
D. Preserving history here in Evanston: Evanston Review, Thursday, August 10, 2000,
Page 128; 135.
OLD BUSINESS
2200 Central Street
Carlos Ruiz reported that he had met early in the day with the architect, attorney, and owner of
2200 Central Street. He recalled that the Commission had reviewed the demolition of the 1959
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addition and the relocation of the landmark building on the same site. Later the Commisskm
reviewed the alteration to the site and the construction of a multi -family building. Carlos Ratiz
said that the applicants were moving forward based on the documentation submitted to the
Zoning office. He said that the mass, proportion and roof line of what the Commission had secs
had been kept. Carlos Ruiz said that there were some minor alterations to the elevations thx the
Commission should review. He also said that the fenestration had changed in some %vay to
respond to the floor plans.
Carlos Ruiz said that the applicants would be seeking zoning variations for the setbacks. The
project appears to comply %%zth the height and parking requirements. He said that it «nuld take
three to four weeks from the time they apply for the zoning analysis. The -project also nerds to
go in front of the Site Plan and Appearance Review Committee. This Committee revic%N-s the
site plan of the project. The Committee has advisory review on the appearance of the building.
Fair Share Issue
Kirk Irwin said that he had volunteered to attend the Fair Share meeting to ensure that the
Commission did not get involved into any fair share issues. He said that Northwestern
University president Bienen had wrote a letter to the City Council and to the Mayor. Mr. Bienen
kind of injected the preservation district into Fare Share. City Council rejected Mr. Bienen's
approach and as far as the City Council was concerned they were not going to talk about the
district. Kirk Irwin said that his impression was that the district is not an item that is up for
negotiation.
NEW BUSINESS
Carlos Ruiz said that there was no new business
STAFF REPORT
Kirk Irwin said that Carlos Ruiz had already covered his repott
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carlos Ruiz announced that the next Commission meeting is September 19, 2000 at 7:30 p.m.
Carlos Ruiz said that the State Preservation Conference is in Lake Forest, September 14-16,
2000. He encouraged Commissioners to attend. Kirk Irwin said that Mary McWilliams was
forming a panel for the conference and asked him to participate in a panel discussion.
ADJOURNMENT
Kirk Irwin adjourned the meeting at 9:40 p.m.
spectfully S m' ed:
Carlos D. Ruiz
Senior Planner/Prese on Coordinator
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EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSIOhi
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, July 18, 2000
7:30 p.m. - Room 2403
Civic Center
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jessica Deis, Michael Girard, George Halik, Michael Ir@ay;-Kirk
Irwin, Susan Regan, and Mark Sarkisian
MEMBERS ABSENT: Heidi Caney, Barbara Gardner and Lynne Heidt
OTHERS PRESENT: Nate Kipnis, Katie Malone -Cordell, Charles Waldheim, Nathalie
Fonteyne, David & Lizzie Graham, Catherine Kallal, Maurice
Lemon, Mark Olson, Diane Tilstra, Michelle Balmelli; Mike Kelly,
Greg Nowesnick, Charles Lee, and Scott Gwilliam
PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Jessica Deis moved to approve the minutes of May 16, 2000 as submitted. Michael Girard
seconded the motion. The motion was approved unanimously.
II. COMMUNITICATONS
Carlos Ruiz said that Commissioners received copies of two items: First, a letter to the editor of
the Evanston Review from Rosemary O'Neil, regarding the Mayor's veto of the historic district
[Northeast Evanston Historic District) and second, a letter to the editor from Northwestern
University regarding their position about the fair share issue.
III. COM,VHTTEE REPORTS
L 1837 Asbury Avenue - rear one-story addition
Nate Kipnis, architect presented plans for adding a family room in the back of the house at 1837
Asbury Avenue. The property is within the Evanston Ridge Historic District.
Nate Kipnis said that the mudroom would be rearranged and a new deck with a trellis area would
be built. He said that the addition is one-story with details from the house such as the staggered_
or segmented columns and brackets from the front. The new windows are simulated divided "
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lights with the same pattern, matching the existing windows.... , ,
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin asked if materials such as exterior siding w-auld match the existing materials. Nate
Kipnis said, yes. George Halik moved that the Commission accept the application as presenttcl-
Michael -Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
2. 227 Dempster Street - replacing casement windovrs, removing screens and extending
a balustrade
Charles Wallheim, architect and Katie Malone Cordell, owner presented plans for replacing
casement windows, removing screens and extending a balustrade at 227 Dempster Street. ; The
property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District
Charles Wallheim said that the scope'of the work consists of replacing some casement windows
from the front of the house, removing a screcn and replacing it with a balustrade, and an
extension to the existing balustrade. He said that they asked that the Commission consider out
swinging casement windows. The existing windows are beyond repair and they swing in. He
said that the out swinging casement windows are about half the price of in swinging casement -
windows.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis asked, aside from the windows swing, what other differences would exist. C.
Wallheim said that they had specified the same profile, the dimensions may change nominally,
such as the framing around the windows. He said true divided lights were specified.
Michael Girard moved that the Commission accept the project as proposed as meeting the
standards of alteration. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
3. 2819 Lincoln Street - demolition of existing garage and construction of a new three -
car garage
Nathalie Fonteyne, owner presented plans for the demolition of existing garage and construction
of new three -car garage at 2819 Lincoln Street. The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Nathalie Fonteyne said that she like to replace the existing one -car garage because it is in •
disrepair and the concrete slab is cracked and it floods. The new three -car garage will match the
stucco finish of the existing garage. The new garage will have two windows on the sides and the
roof is a 6/12 pitch.
Commission's Findings
Mark Sarkisian asked about the conditions of the existing garage. Kirk Irwin said that the
existing garage was towards the small size and dilapidated- George Halik asked if the garage ..
was a landmark. Carlos Ruiz said that the landmark status applies to the property. Kirkltr'win
suggested to the owner to put windows facing the house. .
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George Halik moved that the Commission accept the application to demolish'the existing one, -car
garage. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Jessica Deis moved the Commission approve the application for the construction of a new three -
car garage, finding that it is in conformance with the applicable standards for -new construction.
Michael Imlay seconded the motion.
Discussion: George Halik asked Jessica Deis if she would consider amending her motion to say
that the house stucco material would be matched as well as the roof, similar number of windows
with the same proportion as windows on the house. Jessica Deis moved to amend her motion
indicating that the new garage would have the features that were discussed in the course of the
presentation. Michael Girard seconded J. Deis' amendment to her motion. The motion passed -
unanimously as amended.
4. 1314 Hinman Avenue • removing an existing guardrail from a second floor porch
deck, removing existing roof located between the second floor porch deck and the
existing bay on the south side of the house
Kirk Irwin called 1314 Hinman Avenue. No one showed.
S. 716 Michigan Avenue - demolition of existing garage and construction of a new two-;
car garage
Susan Regan recused herself and requested that 2430 Orrington Avenue be reviewed first. Kirk S
Irwin agreed.
6. 2430 Orrington Avenue - demolition of an existing deck and one-story rear'addition,
construction of a rear -one story family room and eating area addition
Susan Regan, architect and David and Lizzie Graham, property owners presented plans for the
construction of a one-story family room -eating area addition, and the demolition of the existing
deck and previous addition at 2430 Orrington Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Susan Regan said that the -house was a Tallmadge designed house. The large addition would be
at the rear of the house. The addition is for a family room and large kitchen that her clients
would built in the future, and an eating area. She said that the project would involve
demolishing an existing addition that had changed the rear of the house dramatically from what
was here originally. S. Regan said that the existing large deck would be also removed.
Susan Regan said that the addition would be finished with stucco to match the existing stucco.
She said that they intend using slate on the areas of roof that would allow it. The roof pitch of
the addition is tricky particularly when the projecting bay window would remain. There would
be a combination of a flat area roof and then slate when possible. She added that there would be
copper gutters and downspouts to match the existing. The windows would be wood Marvin
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simulated divided light insulated units. S. Regan said that the house has many original Ira cd
glass windows but there are some replacement windows that were installed with the prc%ious
project and some of the new window*, are the same window (wood N4ith divided lights) maths w .
match the roof overhang details
Commission's Findings ,
George Halik asked about the new roofs I" per foot slope. She said that the pitch could be
lowered to 1/2" per foot. G. Halik the further one stands in the yard, the more roof would be
seen. S. Regan said that portion of the roof would be barely seen from the back yard. S. Regan ;
said they would like to install a skylight on the south side. Jessica Deis asked if the skylight
would be visible. S. Regan said it would barely visible.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the application as submitted, finding that it
was in conformance with the applicable standards for construction and alteration. Mark Sarkisian
seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: six (b) ayes, one (1) abstained.
7. 1333 Greenwood Street - installing windows on the attic of the front elevation (south
side), building a rear one-story addition and an open porch along the rear elevation
(north side) matching the front porch
Maurice Lemon and Cathy Kallal, property owners and Mark Olson, contractor presented plans
for installing windows on the attic of the front elevation (south side), building a rear one-story .
addition and an open porch along the rear elevation (north side) matching the front porch at 1333
Greenwood Street. The property is an Evanston Landmark within the Evanston Ridge Historic
District.
Mark Olson said that the project included interior remodeling and a 10' by IS' addition on the
northeast corner of the lot which is the north side of the building at the rear. Also an open porch
would be added. The addition is for a powder room and access to the basement. The porch
would lead into the existing living room. The rear porch would mimic the front porch. The
exterior would match the existing siding cr-ith the comer details and the wrappings of the soffits.
The windows would be double hung Marvin windows. He said that in general, all of the exterior
elements would match the existing building. Mark Nelson said that one change was the low
profile 4 sq. ft. skylight. The primary changes would occur on the north elevation of the
building. The roof pitch would be very similar to the existing roof.
Commission's Findings
George Halik and Mark Sarkisian agreed that the proportion and slope of the new roof seemed a
little high. Mark Nelson said that the house has different roof pitches. Jessica Deis said that this
was the first time that she could remember seeing a skylight replace a not so attractive existing
bubble skylight, however it would be visible from the street. She said that historically, the
Commission tends to take a dimmed view of skylights that are visible from the street. J. Deis felt
that the Commission needed to arrive to a consensus on that issue.
Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission had made some exceptions regarding skylights on special
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circumstances such as the skylights at the Montessori School on Dempster Street. He suggested
that the Commission bala.-Kc all the factors including an existing skylight being replaced bg-
another skylight. ;Mark Sarkisian asked if relocating the proposed skylight would be more
desirable. J. Deis said, %es. Michael Girard said that the proposed skylight was addressing mi
existing condition_ 1. Deis said that she %vas only concerned with something that could come up
later as an issue. At the end al I agreed that the applicants were improving an existing conceflon.
Michael Girard asked about the proposed siding. Marl Olson said that the siding would be
aluminum siding to match the existing siding.
George Halik moved that the Commission accept the application noting that the replacement of
the existing skylight is an improvement with a flatter skylight, that the pitch of the roof would be,
lowered so that the roof ridge slides under the existing roof slope on the north elevation. hfarkk'
Sarkisian seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
S. 716 Michigan Avenue - demolition of existing garage and the construction of a NCW
two -car garage
Susan Regan recused herself.
Susan Regan, architect presented plans for demolition of existing garage and the construction of
a new two -car garage at 716 Michigan Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landmark within
-the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Susan Regan said there was an addition at the rear built in 1994. The house is brick and shake.
The addition was cedar shake. She said they would like to demolish the existing garage and
build a new two -car garage with siding to match the house. The roof shingles would match the
ones on the house. The roof on the little dormer would have round downspouts to match the
existing. R. Regan said that she would like to get approval to do copper downspouts depending
what would be decided for the house. The roof on the little dormer would have shingles. The
windows are single glazed simulated divided lights and clad. The door would be wood but the
garage door would be aluminum.
Commission's Findings
George Halik asked if the house was originally stucco. Susan Regan said that the back of the
house was stucco.
Michael Girard moved that the Commission accept the request for demolition of the existing of
the garage as meeting the standards for demolition. Michael Imlay seconded the motion. The
motion passed. Vote: six (6) ayes, one (1) abstained.
Jessica moved that the Commission accept the proposal for new garage construction with the ,
contingency about the gutters and downspouts. If the determination is made to change the
gutters on the house that the garage gutters and downspouts match the house. The motion led
open whether the gutters and downspouts be either steel or copper, finding that the project meets.
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the applicable standards for taw, construction. Michael Girard seconded the motion,
Discussion: Carlos Ruiz asked if the motion included the dormers. Jessica Deis amended her
motion providing the option that the garage dormers be copper as well. Michael Ginwa swconded'
the amendment. The motion passed as amended. Vote: Six (b) ayes, one (1) abstainr. . ,
At this time Kirk Irwin called 1314 Hinman Avenue. It was determine that the architects for the ,
project was not yet present Kirk Irwin called 470498 Sheridan Road an off the agen&iteM [r
OFF AGENDA ITEM
470-499 Sheridan Road - Exterior restoration .h
Diane Tilstra, Michael Balmelli, condo owners, and Mike Kelly, contractor presented for
preliminary review plans for the exterior restoration of 470498 Sheridan Road.: The Property is
an Evanston Landmark. r
Mike Kelly said that they were trying to get a permit for tuckpointing and masonry restoration on,
the building. He said that therz is terracotta work to be done. He said that they selected one
contractor from seven bids ba„od on what they were capable of doing, the lowest costs, and
ability to follow set standards, Mike Kelly said that most of the damage on the terracotta is
located window heads due to steel lintels being damage. He said that there is a lot of cet7ing
damage because of it.
Mike Kelly said that what they would like to do is preliminary selective removal'ofterracotta in:
order to get samples and molds made while the review process is in progress. Also, they would','.
like to get started with the common brick on the back of the building. He said that sampks.bf
the new brick and mortar would be provided.
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George Halik suggested that with established work guidelines, staff could approve the project
Carlos Ruiz said that he was concerned with two issues. First, by ordinance the property owner
must be notified five (5) business days prior to a meeting that their project would be reviewed by
the Commission. That was not possible because the applicants requested a preliminary res,•icw
after. packets and agenda for this meeting were sent out. Second, the ordinance says that
whenever possible damaged features should be repaired rather than replaced and when
replacement is necessary replacement should be in kind. Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission
has to establish that replacement is necessary.
Kirk Irwin said that terracotta is different because restoration often means removing the existing
terracotta and replacing it with a new piece. George Halik asked Mike Kelly if it was more
expensive to replace or to repair. Mike Kelly said that some of the terracotta are cracked to such"
a degree that the integrity is shot, some of them are literally falling out. Mike Kelly mentioned
as reference about his company, that his partner and he restored the Roockery Building in
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Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis, referring to the photographic survey, asked about the infill on cracked terracotta..
Mike Kelly said that in some instances it was an apoxy and in a lot of cases it was a rubberized
caulk. Mike Kelly said that the "J" hooks holding the window heads were damaged due to water,
infiltration. Kirk Irwin said that the architect would have to approve the color and the glare on
top of the terracotta. He asked if the color would be match after cleaning. Mike Kelly said that
the color would match the existing unclean terracotta.
Carlos Ruiz said that the contractor was basically asking to remove some terracotta for molding
and sampling and the replacement of the common brick. He said in the mean time he would like,
to go the building and with the contractor make sure that everything is in place and done
correctly.
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Jessica Deis said that the Commission has seen the general scope of the project, she suggested .,.
that the Commission give staff, and with consultation with three Commission members, authority
to review these items. George Halik added that there were good reasons for J. Deis' suggestion
because there were safety issues involved and damage to the property. Mike Kelly said that the
front archway is severely damaged and temporarily shored up.
Jessica Deis said that the Commission could cite life safety issues to allow the contractor proceed
with the proposal. Carlos Ruiz said that the five day notice must be waived by the applicant.
The applicant agreed to write a letter citing the reasons for their request.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission wave the five day notification clause in the interest of .
life safety issues of the project at hand. - In pursuit of this the applicants would submit a letter to ;
the Commission tomorrow in care of Carlos Ruiz stating their intentions. Further, in general the
Commission approves the direction that the applicant has indicated they intend to take with the
element of this building in the sense of evaluating the architectural elements such as terracotta in
the light of repair, and when only necessary replacement. Also give the preservation staff
authority to review and approve element of the application with the assistance of other members
of the Commission if he thinks would be necessary. Mark Sarkisian seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
4. 1314 Hinman Avenue - removing an existing guardrail from a second floor porch
deck, removing existing roof located between the second floor porch deck and the
existing bpy on the south side of the house
Greg Nowesnick and Charles Lee, architects and Scott Lee, property owner presented plans for
removing an existing guardrail from a second floor porch deck, removing existing roof located
between the second floor porch deck and the existing bay on the south side of the house. The
property is an Evanston Landmark.
Greg Nowesnick said that the second floor screened porch facing south has a very shallow pitch
roof. The second item involved a window on the second floor in the master bedroom. Greg
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Nowesnick referred to photos of the screened p c--h and the bay where they proposed removing a
window. He said that the objective was to rc;:=mTure the screened porch for part of the master
bathroom and use it as a closet. Greg Now•er-; fk- then submitted at the meeting a new revisM'
scheme that he felt vr-as an improvement to ttx dr-wings submitted previously.
Greg Nowesnick said that the existing screen:: rc)rch has a hip roof. The original scheme
showed the enclosed porch . ith a mansard roo t�at aligned with the existing skirt on either side
of the porch, and the second story window at rye bay was removed and the window opening was.
enclosed with wood siding. G. Nowesnick said tit the new revised scheme keeps the same roof
form on the porch as the existing. The porch %vorJd be enclosed with vertical boards playing off
the existing vertical boards on the house. The L=:.- over three windows also occur on the back
elevation. One scheme showed an applied grid i=:,zad of wood siding where the second story
window was removed The grid occurs also on the ftont gables of the house. G. Reason the
window would be remove was to have a place or the bed. He said that the way the rooms were "
configured there was no other place to put the bo G. Nowesnick asked for the Commissioners
opinion about the window.
Michael Imlay said that as a planner he could not r"_-tagine why one would need to close up the
window. He said that there are a million ways to --mrige the master bedroom with the fireplace
and the new access. Jessica Deis agreed. G. Nowesnick said that he understood M. Imlay's point,
but his clients had envisioned to have cross ventilation and views on either side of the bed. he
said that closing up the window was the only optirci. Michael Imlay said that the house is a
landmark house. George Halik also agreed «ith NE. Imlay, but he said that it did not bother him`
as much as it apparently bothered M. Imlay. He cid that he liked symmetry and he thought that `
having the bed in the middle of the bay would be %manderful. G. Halik said that he was familiar
with a similar treatment of a window that was removed on a house on Hinman Avenue. He said"'.
that the grid as punctuation on the facade would be appropriate.
Susan Regan asked if there were other opportunities for the planning of the space. Charles Lee
said that the location of the door leading to the tnastt-r bedroom was dictated by the existing
arrangement of the immediate rooms. Additional discussion ensued regarding the exterior
treatment of the proposed closure of the window opening. Kirk Irwin said that the three -element
window treatment on the bay was important. Mic1az1 Imlay reiterated his view of maintaining
the window opening. Scott William said that the nc-i home is literally ten feet away. The
windows are low and it looks extremely odd from the inside. He said that they took great pains
to add a master bathroom and maintain the origiral master bedroom. Kirk Irwin said that the
Commission should concentrate on the exterior. George Halik referred to standards 10 of
alterations, he said that the Commission has approv.d other less attractive projects under
standard 10. Mark Sarkisian said that the proposed cwterior treatment shows that there was a
window, but at the end he agreed with M. lmlav*s position regarding the window. '
George Halik moved that the Commission approve s,:heme "C" of the project, which shows a'fil1'
in window and shows the cantilevered closet room with the hip roof, citing standards 1,2, 5 and''`'
10. The motion was not seconded. The motion failed.
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Michael Girard moved that the Commission accept the proposed alterations to existing screened
porch as shown in scheme "C" as it meets standards for alteration Michael Imlay seconded the
motion.
Discussion: Michael Imlay suggested that the applicant come back wtith a restudy of the window
situation. George Halik said that he did not agree because the applicant had already submitted
four alternatives. Jessica suggested that someone make a motion approving the project with the
exception of approving the window opening and see if someone mould second that motion.
Michael Girard amended his motion stating that the Commission accept the porch alteration as
proposed in scheme "C" and he also moved that the Commission ask that the applicant maintain
the window as it exists currently. Jessica Deis seconded the amendment to Michael Girard's
motion. ./
Discussion: George Halik said that he thought that the Commission was being inconsistent with
decision the Commission made before. He said that the Commission's purview does not the
involve the interior but the Commission needed to understand that that is the reason people come
before the Commission, because they are trying to make their houses functional in the inside. He
said that for the most part was either that or their houses were falling apart from the outside. He
said that to disregard all that as a valid reason was inconsistent at the very least.
Jessica Deis disagreed, saying she did not think she was creating a hardship or making the room
unusable. Susan Regan said that the Commission was not disregarding the project, the
Commission listed to the different reasons why the applicant wanted to do with the window, but "
the Commission has to weigh that with what it does to the exterior. The motion passed as'
amended. Vote: six (6) ayes, one (1) opposed.
At this time George Halik left the meeting.
tV. NEW BUSINESS
Kirk Irwin notified the Commission on the issue of "Fair share" He said that Alderman Steven
Berstein had announced in the paper that he w^as holding a public hearing on "the 31 st of June" "
regarding this issue of fare share. K. Irwin said that Northwester University President, Bienen,
strategically put the district issue right in there. He said that the University was saying on the '
one hand the district is making it difficult for them to negotiate with the City, at the same time,
the Mayor, Alderman Engelman and Alderman Moran are giving the Commission a lukewarm
support at best. The other Aldermen were supportive of the district in overriding the veto.
Michael Girard asked what Northwestern University position was about the district. Kirk Irwin
said that the University was challenging the district based on the procedure that was followed
after it left the Commission. From what he could tell the University would say that the City
Council did not follow due process in the deliberations on reducing it back to what it was.
In response to a comment from Michael Girard, Kirk Irvin mentioried that Alderman Newman
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had said that the City would mock Northwestern with the district, but he also said that on t=
other hand, Al Cubbage, Vice -President of University Relations. is also saving that N%vthvrc==
is land banking the area for future expansion. He said that what that means is that
is buying individual parcels and then the University would work: through zoning to cvcm)ji&i r
those parcels, then tear them down and then built to the west.
Kirk Irwin said that in the 1970's there was an agreement that was not legally %%Titten out
between the City of Evanston and Northwestern University. Northwestern wanted to build' cut
into the Lake, The City agreed to support the University with their argument with the St= a>
build out into the Lake, if the University did not built west of Sheridan Road.
V. BOARD OF ETHICS
Kirk Irwin reported that he had to go to a Board of Ethics meeting. The reason was becau:5c tf:L-.
City Mayor had said that someone wrote her a Iener that she referred to the Ethics Board. 71r
letter was written by Charles Trieschmann. The letter had about a dozen points about the
nominators of the district. Kirk said that at the Board of Ethics meeting he had to say that any
citizen of Evanston can submit a nomination. He said that the Commission was cited as being
friends with Judy Fiske. He told the Board of Ethics that the Commission is friends with a lot of
people. The Commission knows Judy Fiske and Mary McWilliams from the Commission's
work on preservation and that the Commission also knows Tom McMahon and the ERP peop6c
from the Commission's work on preservation, because he was called by them. He said that as
chairman of the Commission had talked to both sides. Kirk Irwin said that he had received a
copy of Charles Trieschmann's letter at 4 O'clock: that afternoon, he had to go at 7:30 to the
Board of Ethics meeting. Charles Trieschmann Went through his list, he stopped at number 8 for
some reason. Kirk asked the Board of Ethics if he could respond to those points from the top of
his head.
Kirk Irwin said that the Board of Ethics would %rite a report of their findings. He said that he
was upset by David Cherry's actions at the Board meeting. David Chem had written a letter to
the Mayor, then he showed up at the Ethics Board meeting and said that the Board had not yet
received a copy of his letter to the Mayor. He read his the letter to the Board and half way
through it started yelling at him. At that point David Cherry was asked to address the Chair of
the Board. Kirk Irwin said that David Cherry was upset because after the Commission had takcu
their vote, some of the Commissioners had attended the Planning and Development Commim=
meeting wearing lapel pins. Da -,id Cherry thought that the Commission was bias. Kirk Irwin
told David Cherry. at the Board meeting that he vvas wrong, because Commissioners did not wear
lapel pins while the Commission was deliberating and conducting the public hearings. After the
Commission took their unanimous vote in favor of the district, he thought that it was entirely
appropriate for the Commission to advocate for their vote in favor of the district.
Kirk Irwin said that he told the Board that the Commission heard 20 hours of hearings on every_
single point on the issue. He said that he totally disliked the idea that the Commission was
accused of being biased. Jessica Deis said that at one of the City Council meetings the issue of
knowing people was raised. She said that one of the Council members had said that no business
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would ever get done if one could not have relationships with people in the community.
VI. PUBLIC AWARENESS
Kirk Irwin said that he drafted a memo with six points regarding the Commission's Public
-Awareness program. Jessica Deis said that she really like the direction of the draft memo fortwo
reasons: One, because it really addressed what is layout in the comprehensive plan under
preservation. Two, in the last year and half, because of the historic district sucking everybody"s
energy dry, that the Commission had left all the positive things that the Commission should
really be doing, such as the award ceremony. Kirk Irwin said that Barbara Gardner really wanted
to move ahead with the Public Awareness program. He recalled a former Commissioner who
always advocated for plaques to be put in front of landmarks. He said that there are many
landmarks that could use the plaques.
Sarkisian asked if the City of Evanston has an internet site. Carlos Ruiz said, no. Kirk Irwin
said that ERP had raised the negatively issue of the Commission having a web site. Hc.said the
Commission should have a web site.
VII. STAFF REPORT
Carlos Ruiz said that he was preparing a response regarding an Ethics Board issue. The letter
requested information regarding when Mary McWilliams was a member of the Commission,
when was she an associate member of Commission, whether the NEHDA consultant was
member of the Commission, NEHDA's 501 (C) status, who are the applicant's of the district and
who are their members.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Kirk Irwin motioned to adjourn the meeting at 9:55 p.m. Michael Girard seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted:
Carlos D. Ruiz
Senior PlannedPresery tan aordinator
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EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesd2y, June 20, 2000
7:30 P.M. - Room 2403
Civic Center.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Heidi Carey, Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner, George Halik, Lynne
Heidt, Kirk Irwin, Susan Regan, i
MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael Girard, Michael Imlay, Mark Sarkisian
OTHERS PRESENT: Scott Hargadon, Joseph Nykaza, John Eifler, Woody Johnson,
Barbara Harris, Robert Milani, Brian Horstmann, Shabnum
Sanghvi, Ann McGill, Ellen Galland, Donna M. Floerchinger,
Leon H. Floerchinger, Chuck Renner, Michelle Kretchmer, ,
Michael Newton, Jim Dalton, Kathy Horning, Constantine
Vasilios, Theresa Tcnnon, Thomas Conley, Shirley Conley, Nae ,,
Cho, Sherri Butala (League of Women Voters) Judy Fiske,'Mary
B. McWilliams
PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin, Chair
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz, Senior Planner/Preservation Coordinator '
I. CALLING THE MEETING TO ORDER '
Kirk Irwin called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. He noted that a quorum was not yet present.
He moved onto the next item on the agenda. '
II. COMMUNICATIONS
Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission received four communication items. First, a cartoon -
satirizing historic preservation. Second, a New York Times article (no date) ["New York Parcel
Blocks an Apartment Tower Opposed by Neighbors, Including Woody Allen'] about neighbors
in New York City dealing with the construction of a high rise building in their neighborhood.
Third, an article from Crain's Chicago Business entitled: "Unrest Grows over Historic Districts -
Preservation Plans Give Suburbs Control", published on June 12, 2000. The article describes
how historic preservation is being used by some Chicago suburbs as a planning tool and as a
revitalization tool as well. Fourth, a letter from the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency [dated_
April 28, 2000] announcing the availability of funds for obtaining scholarships to attend the
National Alliance of Preservation Commissions Conference (August 4-6 in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania). Kirk Irwin announced that Ms. Mary McWilliams had requested that the
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Preservation Commission sponsor her attendance to the conference. He added that the State
would reimburse some of her expenses, the City would not incur in any expense. K. lrwin said
Ms. McWilliams would be present later at the meeting to tell the Commission about the
conference and her plans to attend the conference.
III. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin determined that a quorum was present at 7:40 p.m. : • ; , ; :: ; t, i t 4
IV. MINUTES
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Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission received partial minutes of May 16, 2000 regarding 2200
Central Street. Kirk Ir.%in said that the Commission would not yet approve the May 16, 2000,.E c3
minutes. The minutes regarding 2200 Central Street would be used for informational purposes
under old business later in the meeting.
V. OLD BUSINESS
2200 Central Avenue - relocating Landmark building on the same site, partial demolition
of an existing structure and the construction of a combined retail and twelve unit
residential building.
Scott Hargadon, attorney, John Eifler, architect, and Joseph Nykaza, property owner, were
present. S. Hargadon said that, at the lasf'meeting, the Commission gave conditional approval i
for moving the landmark building at 2200 Central Street to the front of the lot, and the
demolition of a 1959 addition. The Commission's approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness, .
was conditional upon the Commission's approval of the new structure to be constructed on the
property. The Commission had identified that the rear of the property had not been fully
developed. S. Hargadon said that they have new plans that address this issue.
John Eifler said that the Commission had raised the southreast comer as an unresolved part of the;
[new] building. J. Eifler said that the revised plans showed a corner that steps back or recedes
from the park [to the cast an across the street] in an effort to lower the scale at that edge.
Additional glazing also helps the view of those apartments. J. Eifler presented two schemes.
Scheme D I maintains three floors of building up against the sidewalk and recedes back into two
steps. Scheme D2 maintains four floors of that diagonal edge and steps back on the top level. ,
John Eifler said that they were pleased with the direction of Scheme D2 because it maintained a .
consistent wall line that was even with the spring point of the roof. Scheme D2 is also consistent
with the height of the four-story building that is located directly across from the park
[Ellingwood Tot -Lot]. J. Eifler said that the pulling back the fifth floor makes the top floor
special. The exterior maintains the same finish materials all around the building. J. Eifler said
that the building needed more structure, design development and specifics on materials. He
added that Scheme D2 was preferred in terms of the massing.
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Commission's Findings
Lynne Heidt asked if the number of units was reduced. John Eiticr said. "No." lie added tha t
the size of the units was reduced. Depending on the scheme, a thtet-bedr%vitt unit can the top
now is a two -bedroom unit. lark Irwin asked if there %,.w a garage helk w• the base of the
building. J. Eifler said that there is parking in the back and a ramp going down to the baseraemt.
The ground floor on the east elevation %pus an arcade with a wall of wzndowvs that w,ctt setba&:
from the face of the columns.
Jessica Deis asked if the original house would remain as a dental office. Joseph Nykaza said_
"Yes." Barbara Gardner asked if the applicants had talked to any neighbors. John Eifler said
"No." He said that they felt that the Preservation Commission was the first step in the pro=..&
Jessica Deis asked if the ground level facing Central Street would also be residential. J. Eif er
said, "No." He added that it would be commercial.
Kirk Irwin asked Carlos Ruiz what the Commission needed to do thAt evening. C. Ruiz said dMt
in his opinion, the Commission should not approve the project until the applicants go through a -
zoning analysis. Once that happens, the applicants could come back to the Commission for final'
approval of the design. Kirk Irwin said that in the interim, the Commission would be able to
state that the applicants responded to the Commission's concerns from the last meeting. Carlos
Ruiz said that the Commission would have the opportunity to continue being involved in the
process of building design and the final approval of the project by the City. C. Ruiz said that
another step the applicants would have to take is to go in front of the Site Plan and Appearance
Review Committee (SPARC). SPARC has purview over the site plan. and non -binding review
on the appearance of the building.
-Carlos Ruiz said that in addition to looking at the demolition of the 1959 addition, the relocation
of the landmark building on the same site, and the construction of the new building, the
Commission was also looking at the alteration of the site, which should be considered at some
point. Barbara Gardner said that then the Commission could not review the new construction of
the proposed building. Carlos Ruiz said that what the Commission could do was to give the
applicants direction about the design of the new building. Kirk Irwin said that the Commission
could look at the standards of alteration.
Scott Hargadon said that they would like to have an affirmative vote on what they had shown to
the Commission thus far. He said that without an approval of the Preservation Commission for
moving the landmark structure and tearing down the addition, if in the future the Commission
changes its mind, his client could incur a great deal of time and expense for architectural and '
legal fees. Scott-Hargadon asked that the Commission approve vfiat vas discussed based on the
drawings. However, if there were changes to the drawings then they would have to come back to
show the Commission what those changes were.
Barbara Gardner said that the building materials were not discussed at all. She said that the
applicant could come back for approval of the building materials. Scott Hargadon said that they
were expecting to get to the SPARC review to get to that level of detail. Jessica Deis said that
the Commission could make an explicit approval of the concept of taking down the 1959
addition and moving the house. She said that, in addition, there vvere srarious schemes ofufiat'
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zoning would permit. It seemed that the applicant had responded to the emirvnment - creathw
setbacks, maintaining some open space on the site and maintaining the allowable height.
Carlos Ruiz said that Arthur Alterson, Assistant Director for Zoning. had said at the last
Commission meeting that he did not know whether or not the proposal conformed with the
zoning ordinance. C. Ruiz said that because a proposal is in compliance with the zoning
ordinance it does not necessarily mean that the project is also in compliance with the
preservation standards. C. Ruiz said that the site would be altered ky demolishing the 1959
addition and by moving the landmark building.
John Eifler said that he did not know in what way they were altering the landmark building.
Carlos Ruiz said that the designation of a landmark included the site. Lynne Heidt asked Carlos'
Ruiz if he was saying that the Commission should not act on the application until a zoning
analysis was completed. C. Ruiz responded that that before the Commission made its decision
about the relocation of the landmark building and the demolition of the 1959 addition, the
Commission should look at all the applicable standards including alteration, so that the applicant
would be ready for the actual application of new construction. C. Ruiz said that the Commission_
could approve the relocation of the landmark and the demolition of the I959 addition and give
the applicant some direction regarding the new building. The applicant could use that '
information to address not only preservation issues but also zoning issues. C. Ruiz said that the
Commission did not know if the project would be approved by zoning as is or with
modifications.
Lynne Heidt asked if, hypothetically, zoning [for the new building] could be denied and the
applicant could proceed with the relocation of the landmark and the demolition of the 1959
addition. Carlos Ruiz said, "No." He added that the Commission's approval of the project wa's
contingent to the zoning approval. Barbara Gardner said that the plans for demolition were also
contingent upon the final review of the plans for construction.
Kirk Irwin read the Standards for Review of Alteration:
Every reasonable effort shall be made to adapt the property, structure, site ar object in a
manner that requires minimal alteration of the property, structure. site or object and its
environment.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis said that considering the overall extent of what is permitted by zoning, that what
was being proposed was minimal of what, in fact, could be put on the site. She argued that
Standard I was met by the proposal. George Halik disagreed and said that the historic site would
be dramatically altered. Kirk Irwin said that moving the landmark building up to the front it is in
context with the size and scale of commercial buildings along Central Street to the east. The four
and one-half story residential component is in scale with the multi -family uses to the west.
George Halik said that Kirk Irwin's argument made perfect sense from the zoning point of view.
He could not understand how that argument made sense from the historic preservation of that site
point of view. K. Irwin said that was why the back corner was critical to the discussion at the -
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last meeting. He said that the rear corner is where the project responds to the park, by stepping
back that comer of the new building into the residential scale along that street. He added d=
there is a church and a four-story building across the street. K. Irwin said that initially- he b ad The
same reaction as G. Halik about the project. However. he stepped back and looked at the prcgectt
as a whole on that site. The historic character is not purely residential - it is residential towwds
the back, it is also multi -family, commercial, and institutional.
Barbara Gardner said that the site is an anomaly: and one could argue that the site as it stands
now is not in character with its surroundings. Therefore, it does not meet the preservation
standards on its own environment. G. Halik said that his question was whether the analysis ,%%w
a zoning analysis of the environment surrounding the site or was it about changing the character
of the site_ G. Halik said that he disagreed with Standard 1.
John Eifler said that the reason why the site is considered important is because of the prominence
of the landmark building on that site. He said that the relocation of the building maintained its
comer viewing and prominence. There is green space to the south; the cast is fully exposed; and
so is the north side. He said the goal, by relocating the building, is to maintain the relationship to
the open space around it, which is an integral part of what preservation is all about
2. The distinguishing original qualities or character of a property, structure, site or object and
its environment shall not be destroyed. The removal or alteration ofany historic material or
distinctive architectural features shall be avoided when possible.
Commission's Findings
Lynne Heidt said the site would be destroyed. Kirk Irwin said the [landmark] building would be
preserved and would be perceived in the same way as a corner building. He added that the ,
environment around the building would be fundamentally altered because it has multi -family use
behind it. Barbara Gardner said that the project is not destroying the environment because the
environment that surrounds it is more like what is being proposed than what is there.
John Eifler said that he has worked on many preservation projects and there are cases where the
site is an integral part of the development of the property as a whole. He said as far landscaping
is concerned, there are two to three prominent trees and the rest are mundane shrubs. There is
not a landscape plan other than grass or other development associated with the property.
Kirk Irwin said that the perception of the building as a corner building is not being altered.
Susan Regan said that there is a difference between a freestanding structure as opposed to a
larger addition attached to the structure. John Eifler said that the existing addition is larger than
the historic building.
3. All properties, structures, sites and objects shall be recognized as products of their own lime_
Alterations that have no historical basis and.that seek to create an earlier appearance shall
be discouraged
Commission's Findings
Barbara Gardner said the project was not seeking the appearance of an earlier time, but she
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thought that was where building materials could come into play. She said that the Commissfim
did not know whether the materials of the proposed building would be the sarne materials asthe
landmark building or entirely different. John Eifler said that they intend to build a brick
building.
4. Changes that may hm-e taken place in the course oftime are evidence ofthe history and
development of a propery-, structure, site or object and its environment. These changes naoy
have acquired significance in their own right, and this significance shall be recognized and
respected.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin said that at the last meeting, the Commission discussed that the existing addition dgd
not have any significance.
S. Distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship that characterize "a
property, structure, site or'object shall be treated with sensitivity.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin said that the whole landmark building that is being moved, as well as the back corner
of the new building, would be treated sensibly.
6. Deteriorated architectural features shall be repaired rather than replaced, wherever
possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material should match the material
being replaced in composition, design, color, texture and other visual qualities. Repair or
replacement of missing architectural features should be based on accurate duplications of
features, substantiated by historic, physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectwal
designs or the availability ofdifferent architectural elements from other structures or
objects.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin said that standard 6 did not apply.
7. The surface cleaning ofstructures and objects shall be undertaken with the gentlest means
possible. Sandblasting shall not be undertaken, nor shall other cleaning methods that will,
damage the historic materials of the structure, site or object.
Commission's Findings
The Commission determined that standard 7 did not apply.
8. Every reasonable effort shall be made to protect and preserve archaeological resources
affected by, or adjacent to, arty project
Commission's Findings
The Commission determined that standard 8 did not apply.
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discouraged when such alterations and additions clo not destruy sivnifletvit historic, cultumal,
architectural or archaeological material, and such design is comlxttible frith the size, seQk,
color, material and character of the property, neighborhood or envirannsent.
Commission's Findings
Barbara Gardner said that the proposal fits in with its environment_ Dirk Irwin said that the
proposed building is compatible with the site. In terms of size, scale, and character the builLeng'
is compatible to what is around the building. The color of the material is not yet known. HL said
that he did not think that the project is a minimal alteration of the property, which seems to be -
the main issue. Kirk Irwin said that if this was too much alteration to the property, structure cv
site, then the Commission would tend to vote against it, but if one considers the compatibility
and when the design is compatible with the existing context, then the Commission would tend to
approve it.
Jessica Deis agreed with Kirk Irwin's statement, She Said that preservation does not operate in a
vacuum. She said speaking as a landscape architect, if the Commission was looking at a Jens
Jensen site, like the Evanston Arts Center Building, or if this were a four-story residential
development that was being proposed on that site, then she would take a very different
viewpoint. She said that the site is open space in the midst of a relatively dense area, but it is not
the only open space in town. The surrounding area and the general area as a whole could
probably accommodate a denser level of development without the quality of life of the
community suffering. J. Deis said open space is very valuable, however she did not see a ,
shortage of open space within a three block radius in that area. Also, since the site was not
designed by a significant fandscape architect or there is no historic stone wall, etc., she did not
think that the project would do irreparable damage to the environment.
10. Wherever possible, new additions or alterations to structures and objects shall be done in
such a manner that ifsuch additions or alterations were to be removed in the future,lhe
essential form and integrity of the structure would be unimpaired
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis said that Standard 10 did not apply. Barbara Gardner said that the open space is not
a public open space. George Halik said he understood the reasons for the development and that
he was familiar with the site because he lives a few blocks from it. He recalled a case where a
property owner wanted to build two homes on one lot. The Commission said no. The difference
was that the property was in a landmark district. He recalled that the Commission said no
because green space is important and it is important to preserve. If one owns a landmark house
that sits on a site', that site is as important as the landmark house. G. Halik said that the
Commission was acting like the Zoning Board. He said that the Commission's charge is very
distinctively different than the Zoning Board. G. Halik thought that the neighbors would have a
problem with the project as he does for the reasons he stated before.
Jessica Deis said that if the project was proposed for the Woman's Christian Temperance Union
(WCTU), she would feel differently. She said that the structure as a Victorian house lias to sit on
the land in a certain way. J. Deis said that the environment for the proposed project was very
different and the significance of the building was different too, it does not have the cultural '
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significance as the WCTU building. The significance of 2200 Central Street is purely
architectural and the site was not the key element. She added that the important architectum)
elements were being preserved with what had been proposed.
Barbara Gardner said that she believed that Scheme D1 was more appropriate as opp*wd to
Scheme D2. Jessica Deis said that she did not have a strong inclination one .%my or the odd.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the plan for 2200 Central Street with the
elevation Scheme DI as meeting the all the standards for alteration except Standard 1. L}tee
Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: 4 ayes, 3 nays.
Scott Hargadon said he understood that after they obtain the zoning approval and approval from
other boards or committees, that they would come back to the Preservation Commission for
approval of the building materials only. Kirk Irwin said that because things could change from a
small sketch to full size drawings, the Commission would review any substantial change to the
design and also the materials.
V1. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA)
1. 820 Gafiield PIace - Exterior repairs (siding and new windows)
Barbara Harris and Woody Johnson, owners presented plans for exterior repairs including the _ --
installation of new siding and new windows at 820 Gaffield Place. The property is an Evanston.
Landmark. Woody Johnson said they would like to install vinyl siding_
Commission's Findings
Barbara Gardner asked'if %7nyl siding would be installed on top of the asbestos siding. Barbara
Harris said, "Yes." B. Gardner said that because the vinyl siding would be on top of the asbestos
siding, it would protrude out in front of the windows. Woody Johnson said that would not be the
case. George Halik suggested that the owners get a commitment from the contractor that the
windows would project out from the vinyl siding. B. Harris agreed with the Commission's
recommendation to use vinyl siding with the narrow profile.
Barbara Harris said that in the back addition where a fire was, they wou.ldfike to install vinyl
clad windows. Kirk Irwin said that those windows were hardly visible. Carlos Ruiz said that the
new windows should closely match the existing windows. Kirk Irwin said that Standard I for
review of alterations was met by the proposal.
George Halik moved that the Commission approve the application as presented with the
following recommendations: use of a narrow profile siding, obtain a commitment from the
contractor that the windows would protrude from the face of the siding, and that new vin-.4 clad
windows are acceptable. The motion seconded by Heidi Carey passed unanimously. Vow. 7
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2. 1316 Oak Avenue — Replacing side yard fences in Bind and installing new front lot
line 4' high wood fence (requesting zoning variance)
Barbara Gardner abstained from any discussion or vote, citing that she was a neighbor of the.
applicant.
Robert Milani and Brian Horstmann, contractors presented plans for replacing side yard fences in
kind, and installing anew front lot line 4' high wood fence requiring a zoning variance at 1316,
Oak Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landman: ,%ithin the Evanston Ridge Historic
District.
Brian Horstmann said that the property owner was proposing a Gothic open picket fence 4' high
to be installed along the front property line and adjacent to the sidewalk. B. Horstmann said that
there used to be a 6' high stockade wood fence. He said that the intent was to open up the front ,
of the property to the street. B. Horstmann said that the homeowners would like to enclose an
existing tree house within the fence. He said that the house was set back way in the back of the
lot with parking at the rear of the house. He said that the `back yard' was in front of the house. .
B. Horstmann said that the proposed fence created an entry to the yard and provided privacy and
security for the homeowners.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin said that the application showed some context of the area vith an existing fence on
the other side of the alley, and there was an existing fence diagonally across the street. Carlos
Ruiz asked if the three sides of the fence were the same. Brian Horstmann said, yes. The fence
would be 50 percent open. B.,Horstmann said that the fence was in keeping with the Victorian
style of the house.
Jessica Deis asked what the required front yard setback would be. Brian Horstmann said he
believed it was 27'. B. Horstmann said they were asking for a zoning variance to have the 4'
high open picket front yard fence to be in line with the adjacent wood fences.
George Halik said that the proposed fence, giving its location and context, did not adversely
affect the neighborhood, in fact there was a fence next door. The site was on an alley, which
made a fence appropriate.
George Halik moved that the Commission approve the proposed fence as presented. Lynne
Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: 6 ayes, I abstention (Barbara Gardner).
3. 1000 Lakeshore Blvd. — Interior side yard aluminum fence (requires zoning
variance)
Shabnum Sanghvi, owner presented plans for installing an interior side yard aluminum fence
requiring a zoning variance at 1000 Lakeshore Blvd. The property is an Evanston Landmark
within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Shabnum Sanghvi said that the proposed fence was to prevent her three little children from ;F,
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falling into a swimming pool. The fence would be inside the hack yard running along the length'
of the pool, going from one end of the yard to the cage. The fence was a high quality
aluminum fence that looks like a wrought iron fear. The fence was 3' high and the stylewas
simple and open, and in keeping with the Tudor?r-_irie style of the house. The color of Lbe fence
would match the color of the trim on the house windows. S. Sanghvi said that the fence aas not
visible from the street.
Carlos Ruiz said that the proposed fence needed a zoning variation for the material and the
location, reasons why the proposed fence ims in fret of the Commission. ,Jessica Deis said that
it would be difficult for the average person to distinguished a high quality aluminum fence from
a wrought iron. Commission members discussed tax location of the proposed fence.
Commission's Findings
George Halik read the Section 6-15-11-5: Rclation to Special [Uses and Variations of the Zoning
Ordinance. The Commission concluded that the pm -posed fence met standards (A), (13) aril (C):
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission apprcwe the variation for the fence as meeting the
standards for variation. Heidi Carey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the material of the fence (aluminum) as"
meeting the standards for construction. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
4. 1325 Judson Avenue — Second floor rear addition, Trst floor rear alterations, and, ,
garage addition
Lynne Heidi abstained from any discussion or vote.
Ann McGill, owner, and Ellen Galland, architect presented plans for a second story rear addition,
alterations to the rear of the first floor and a garage addition at 1325 Judson Avenue. The
property is an Evanston Landmark within the Lakeshore Historic District.
Ann McGill said that the existing garage was about T wide, the kitchen was outdated and dates
back to 1935, and there was a three season back porch at the rear. Ellen Galland showed a model
and said that they were adding a second story additions fora master bedroom and bath. On the
first floor the screened porch would be incorporated i= the new kitchen and eating area E.
Galland said the one could come from the new deck up to the concrete roof of the garage or go
down from the deck into the garage from the back yard and door.
Ellen Galland said that the new windows reflected the style of the existing windows. Some of
the existing windows had divided lights with vertical mullions and some did not. E. GaIland said
that the project would bring more and up to the standards of the house.
Carlos Ruiz asked if there were any zoning issues. Ellen Galland said the zoning issues were the
proximity of the garage to the house and the second floor addition w•as within the 30' rear ywil..
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Carlos Ruiz asked if the applicants received the Zoning analysis. E. Galland said, "Yes"'
Commission's Findings
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission recommend approval of the zoning variation
needed for the garage and the back set back as meeting the standards for variations. Jessica Deis
seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: 6 ayes, I abstention (Lynne I lcidt).
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the plans as presented as meeting the
standards for alteration. Heidi Carey seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: 6 aLw s, I
abstention (Lynne Heidt).
5. 907 Edgemere Court — Relocation of garage entry, alteration of second story over
center of house, replacing existing roofing material with slate shingles, installation
of new and replacement of wood clad windows, installation of sliding glass doors to,
replace existing fixed windows on east elevation, and masonry replacement .
Leon and Donna Floerchinger, owners presented plans for relocating the garage entry, altering
the second story over center of house, replacing existing roofing material with slate shingles.
The project also included replacing and installing new wood clad windows, replacing existing
fixed vdndows on east elevation with sliding glass doors, and masonr}• replacement at 907
Edgemere Court. The property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Leon Floerchinger said he and his wife would like to make some functional and material
alterations to their property. Regarding the functional alteration, he said that the property was
accessed from a driveway along the north property- line. He added that their best presentation to
the street was a garage opening. Their proposal would relocate the west elevation garage
opening to the south elevation with a two -car garage opening. The driveway would be relocated
to the south side of the property %kith the added benefit of increasing the green space. Also, a
second story would be built on the center of the house. Lastly, some fixed glass openings to the
house would be replaced with sliding doors for direct access to the rear (east) of the house.
Regarding the material alterations, Leon Floerchinger said that the existing roof tiles would be
replaced with slate shingles including the roof on the second story addition. Finally, they would
replace the brick masonry with stone masonry in keeping with the original drawings.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis asked what kind of stone material would be used. Leon Floerchinger showed the
literature about the stone product from Wisconsin. He said that they considered the south
elevation as the primary elevation of the house with the main entry and proposed garage doors.
An existing bay would be extended out in the stone material. The stone that was carried
throughout the first floor would be extended to the second story dormers. The flat arches on the -
existing sun porch would be duplicated in certain locations of new windows on the second floor.
George Halik commented that the transformation of the whole house looked great. Leon
Floerchinger said that he did not know if he was transforming the house because each elevation
of the house was different. The one side was 1950s modern, very utilitarian American, and the
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other side with the garage was suburban American (he guessed). Barhira Garxlner asked ifcbe'
proposed masonry was real stone. Leon Floerchinger said, "1'cs: ' Kirk Im%in said that the
original design of the building indicated stone. Carlos Ruiz requested a copy of tlt4 oripinaR
drawings. L. Floerchinger agreed to supply one copy.
Leon Floerchinger said that he believed that the proposed changes «-ere in keeping with the
Commission's standards, as they had retained or reinforced some of the existing elements stnah
as keeping the 9112 pitch of the roof: The existing structure had a masonry first floor and iu
limited areas it had wood siding on the second floor, which they would tried to maintain. The
replacement windows on the structure kept the existing openings, or if they were new openings,
the same proportions would be kept with the pane divided lights, consistent «ith the existing
windows. The new windows would be wood in the interior Kith aluminum clad on the exterior.
Jessica Deis said that the proposed work was a dramatic transformation of the existing house.
She said that the front facing garage doors always bothered her in an otherwise delightful house.
Raising the second story was in harmony with the surroundings. The garage facade was'an .
improvement for the overall strectscape.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the plans for 902 Edgetnere Court as presented
finding that they were in accordance with appropriate standards for alteration and construction -
The motion seconded by Lynne Heidt passed unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
6. 1406 Maple Avenue — Relocation of front door to face street and construction of
wood open porch. Rear/side one-story addition, rear two-story addition, new vinyl,
clad windows .r
Chuck Renner, architect and Michelle Kretchmer, owner presented plans for the relocation of a
front door, the construction of an front open porch, and the construction of a two-story 5ide/rear
yard addition with vinyl clad windows at 1406 Maple Avenue. The property is located within
the Evanston Ridge Historic District.
Chuck Renner said that the house is a 1950s traditional style home. They proposed to do a two-
story addition on the back of the house, supplemented by three little pockets around the house.
The house had an existing 1980s aluminum sided addition. The two-story portion would come
out next to that addition. A one-story addition would be on either side of the two-story addition .
The exterior of.the 1980s addition would be refinish in clad, creating a roof deck, replacing the
sliding patio doors with vertical double -hung windows. The front door would be moved out
from its recessed- location to the front facade and a porch would cover it. The two-story addition
would have limestone veneer base with a wood siding second floor. The three supplementary
additions would read as infiIl with wood siding finish. C. Renner said that the existing second
floor was covered with aluminum vinyl siding. The new construction would have wood siding to
match the original siding that was underneath the vinyl siding.
Chuck Renner said that the site was narrow and the two-story addition was on the middle of the
lot and probably not visible from the front. The alley, one property to the north, offered limited
view of the rear of the house. On the existing one-story addition the high clear story windows
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would be replaced with vertical openings, the wood guard rail and cornice treatment would lie ,
added. The front porch would have a shed slope to match the pitch of existing roof.
Commission's Findings
Commission members complimented Chuck Renner for his well designed project. Jessica Deis
moved that the Commission approve the plans for 1406 Maple Avenue as submitted, finding %hat
they were in accordance with the appropriate standards for construction. The motion, seconded
by Barbara Gardner, passed unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays. .. - - , N
7. 1216 Hinman Avenge — Rear one-story addition c�
Michael Newton, contractor presented plans for a one-story rear addition at 1216 Hinman
Avenue. The property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Michael Newton said that there was a small pantry and also an entry off the back of a very swop
set of stairs. The new entry would be at ground level, eliminating the stairs. The entry would
lead into a mudroom and then go up into a breakfast room and remodeled kitchen. The proposed
cottage style windows were consistent with the existing windows on the house. The stucco
finish, overhangs and copper gutters would match the existing stucco finish, overhangs and ,
copper gutters.
Commission's Findings
George Halik moved that the Commission accept the project at 1216 Hinman Avenue as
submitted. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote 7 ,
ayes, 0 nays.
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S. 2255 Orriogton Avenue— Alterations to rear elevation to accommodate interior
renovation of master bedroom and first floor kitchen area
Jim Dalton, architect presented plans for alterations to the rear elevation at 2255 Orringtou
Avenue. The property is within the Northeast Evanston Historic District.
Jim Dalton distributed revised drawings of the proposed work. J. Dalton said that the proposed
changes were to the exterior shell with the addition of a small cedar deck off the rear of the
home. A stucco wall would be built, and a rear flag stone patio would be relocated. The deck
had a tear plan with the flagstone surrounding a small stucco planter wall. I Dalton said that the
proposed alterations would be reworking the kitchen to account an island, giving an entry feeling
to the rear of the home. The second floor alterations would enclose an existing screened porch
for the master suite, and adding a master bath
Jim Dalton said that the new rear entry and cedar deck surrounded the lower portion of the hone.
The east kitchen wall would be moved out to meet the exterior existing wall. Two windows
would be moved and one window would be reduced in size on the south elevation.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis asked Jim Dalton to elaborate on the proposed materials. J. Dalton said that the
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materials remained consistent with what was existing such as the stu4.w finish. The replacement
windows would be wood matching existing mullion patterns. Carlos Ruiz asked if they h2J any
zoning issues. J. Dalton said, "No." He said that his office performed a zoning analysis. Carlos
Ruiz said that if any zoning variances were needed that the applicant %vould need to c'orne back to
the Commission for additional review.
George Halik moved that the Commission accept the application as presented as meeting all the,
standards for alteration. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
9. 1319 Church Street — Partial demolition (rear), one-story and extending second -
story rear room
Kathryn Homing, owner presented plans for partial demolition at rear and a one-story addition.
Also, extending a second story room at 13I9 Church Street. The property is within the Evanston
Ridge Historic District.
Kathryn Homing said that she was proposing to expand the existing addition with a bigger
kitchen. She said that the rest of the house was a conglomeration of many angles expressing a
Colonial style. The existing porch was utilitarian with a fiat roof. All the windows other than
the windows on the back of the house, were the tall vertical windows. K.. Horning said that the
project was to demolish the current butler's kitchen and porch. The second story room would be,
extended over the kitchen.
Commission's Findings,
Barbara Gardner asked about the windows on the house and on the proposed addition. Kathryn
Homing said that the windows on the house were casement windows and double hung windows
on the existing addition. The new windows on the addition would be Casement windows.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission accept the plans as presented as meeting the
standards for alteration and construction. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion
passed unanimously. Vote 7 ayes, 0 nays
10. 1010 Forest Avenue — Rear alteration, dormer installation, new windows
Constantine Vasilios, architect and Theresa Tonon, owner presented plans for side and rear
alterations at 1010 Forest Avenue. The property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic
District. -
Constantine Vasilios said the project involved new dormers on the rear (west elevation) and side
(north elevation). The exterior finish would be wood siding, consistent with the existing wood ,
siding. The new windows would also be of the same design and wood material as the existing_ .
windows. A balcony would be built out of a second story door on the bay facing west.
Commission's Findings
Carlos Ruiz asked Constantine Vasilios if there were any zoning issues. C. Vasilios said, 'No. ;
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Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the plans. for 1010 Forest Avenue as
presented as meeting the standards for alteration. 1leidi Carey seconded the motion. Thr
motion passed unanimously. Vote: 7 aye's, 0 nays. ,
11. 1632 Sheridan Road — Removal of existing one-story addition, construction of one- .
story addition with Flat roof
Tom and Shirley Conley, owners presented plans for removing an existing one-story addition.
and constructing a one-story addition with flat roof at 1632 Sheridan Road. The property isan
Evanston Landmark within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Shirley Conley said that the existing one-story addition that %vould be demolished is barely
visible from the street. She said that the new addition in part was because they would like to
switch staircases to remove a wall, allowing them to view the back yard. The addition would be,
recessed back from the existing side yard wall of the house. The same materials as the existing.;;
would be used for the addition. A widow's walk would be on top of the addition- All the new,,,,
doors and windows would be costume made.
Commission's Findings
George Halik asked if the house had divided light windows. Tom Conley said that some of the
existing windows had divided lights. Barbara Gardner commented that the house used to be of'a
Gothic or ltalianate style. Shirley Conley said that French doors would be installed on the south
elevation to match the existing dining room windows. Tom Conley said that the request for
variance would be for a 3.8' side yard set back rather than the required 5' set back.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission recommend approval of the variation as meeting,;?,
the standards for variation at 1632 Sheridan Road. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The.: ;
motion passed.unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission accept the plans as presented for 1632 Sheridan ,
Road as meeting the standards for alteration. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion ;
passed unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
12. 618-M Church Street — Relocation of existing sign at 821 Davis Street to 618-1/2 .
Church Street
Nae Cho, storeowner presented plans for installing a new canvas awning for his store at 618-1/2
Church Street. The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Nae Cho said that he relocated his store from Davis Street to 618-1/2 Church Street. He said that
originally he wanted to relocate a sign from his former location, but because his new store was
now located within a landmark building, he was applying for a canvas awning to match the
adjacent canvas awnings in color, design and material.
Commission's Findings
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission accept the proposal for the awning/sign for
Apple Tree Food and Spirits at 618-1/2 Church Street. Heidi Carey seconded the motion. The
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motion passed unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays. . . . ''
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Mayor's Veto of Ordinance S&O-00 Northeast Evanston Historic Preservation {
Ordinance overrode by City Council
Kirk Irwin reported that on June 12, 2000 the City Council overrode the Mayor's veto of
Ordinance 56-0-00 Northeast Evanston Historic Presen-ation Ordinance, that City Council
adopted on May 22.2000. He said that at that Council meeting Alderman Ann Rainer- wanted� �
something in the preservation ordinance to gage public opinion prior to a nomination going tr
through the process of nomination and designation.
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Kirk Irwin suggested that the Commission should address all the issues that emerged dozing the``
nomination process and inform City Council that the Commission would look at the prewrvado' n`
ordinance and the process of nominating historic districts. Barbara Gardner suggested that the
Commission could publish and distribute a document clarifying points of misinformation
disseminated during the nomination process.
Judy Fiske addressed the Commission from the audience and said that the Mayor's veto was
unusual and that the issue of Northwestern University would take years to be resolved. J. Fiske'
said that the Commission and the City Council should not react immediately to the events that
just occur regarding the nomination of the Northeast Evanston Historic District.
Barbara Gardner said that the Preservation Ordinance could be improved by elari6ing some of .` s
the text of the nomination standards such as the standard dealing with the singular Word ' ``
"architect" where it should be "architect(s)." Judy Fiske said that when appropriate the
Northeast Evanston Historic District Association would like to talk to the Commission about the
National Register nomination process and how does it work. She added that the Commission "
was not involved in that nomination process. She also said that there were various community '
that could help to educate the Cite Council about
groupsp preservation.
Judy Fiske said that there was some concern about how Evanston would be viewed by others 1
after the adoption of the ordinance creating the Northeast Evanston Historic District. Man
McWilliams addressed the Commission from the audience and said that Evanston has been seen
as a leader in historic preservation. She suggested that the Commission conduct neighborhood
walks to educate the public at large. She said that there are other means to obtain the support of '
City Council in terms of historic preservation.
Barbara Gardner said that the Commission should not wait too long to address the issues_ raised
by the public and City Council members. Mary McWilliams said that the Preservation
Ordinance could address the nomination of historic districts separately and include more
definitions. Judy Fiske said that people needed to be reminded why preservation works_ Mary
McWilliams said that what Alderman Rainey suggested in her comments was owner'cons=Ofie�
disagreed with Alderman Rainey on that point.
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Barbara Gardner said that about a year ago in Highland Park, they had a rcfcrcnduttt about a
district. Shc asked Mary McWilliams if she knew whether it pas;cd or not. Al, McWilliams said
that she did not know. She added that Winnetka's preservation ordinance has imner consent, but
in her opinion that ordinance does not work. Barbara Gardner mentioned that Winnetka has also
binding appearance review.
B. NationaI Alliance of Preservation Commissions Conference
Kirk Irwin said that Mary McWilliams planned to attend the National Alliance of Preser%mtion
Commissions Conference (August 4-6 in Pittsburgh, PennsyIvania). He said that Mike Ward of
the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency informed the Commission through a letter that there
were scholarships to attend the conference. K. Irwin said that the Commission needed to
formally sponsor the attendance of Mary McWilliams to the conference, so that she may qualify
for the State scholarship. Mary McWilliams said that she needed the Commission's sponsorship
since she was not a Commission member or an Associate member.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission sponsor Mary McWilliams to attend the Pittsburgh
Forum 2000 as the Commission's representative at the National Alliance of Preservation
Commissions, finding that it enhanced one of the stated powers and duties as spelled out in the
preservation ordinance. Specifically, section 2-9-3 (G) 8. Powers and Duties: To inform and
educate the citizens of Evanston concerning the historic, cultural, architectural and
archaeological heritage of the City by publishing appropriate maps, newsletters, brochures, and
pamphlets, and by sponsoring programs and seminars. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
Barbara Gardner said that she would like to set as an agenda item the issue of educating the
citizens about historic preservation. Kirk Irwin suggested developing an outline for future
discussion by the Commission.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business in the agenda, Kirk Irwin adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m
Respectfully Submitted:
C Jos D. Ruiz _
Senior Planner/Preservatio Coo dinator
Date: D view 67,
Note: The next Evanston Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled July 18, 2000 at 7:30
p.m., Room 2403, Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, Illinois.
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EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 16, 2000 '. .....
7:30 P.i►i. - Room 2403
Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue - Evanston, Illinois --.�
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner, Michael Girard, Lynne Heidt, : _..,..
Michael Imlay, Kirk Irwin, Susan Regan, and Mark Sarkisian,
MEMBERS ABSENT: Heidi Carey, and George Halik
OTHERS PRESENT:. .: Judi Diamond Falls, Constance Williams, John Watrous, Stuart ,,
Cohen, Mark Termolen, Joanne Termolen, Marian T%wdie, John
Eifler, Scott Hargadon, Joe Nykasa, Candace Hronm Joe
DeStefano, Nabil Zahrah, Hans Friedman, Kathy Burgess, Melissa
Sharp Leasia, Mary Ann O'Leary, R.J. Hinz, Cate Whitcomb,
Thomas McMahon, Denis Drennan, Don Collins, Judy Fiske
PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin, Chair
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz
I. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin, Chair called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m., a quorum being present
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Kirk Irwin said that the Commission minutes would be distributed at the next Commission
meeting.
III. COMMUNICATIONS
Carlos Ruiz said that Evanstonians for Responsible Preservation delivered on this day at 4:30
p.m. a letter to the Commission. Kirk Irwin said that the Commission would discuss the letter
later at this meeting.
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA)
1. 650 Judson Avenue - tivo-story rear addition
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Judi Diamond Falk said that the project calls for the demolition of a rear one-story porch and the
construction of a two-story rear addition. The new window openings and window style would
match the existing window openings and style.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis asked Judi Diamond Falk about the materials. J. Falk said that the materials would
match the existing materials: wood siding clapboard, window trim, and aluminum -clad windows
on the exterior and wood on the interior. The double hung windows would have the same
proportion of existing windows. Some of the decorative awning type windows duplicate the art
glass that is existing in the house. J. Falk said that a one-story rear shed would be torn down s
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the project as presented as meeting the ! ( )
standards of alteration. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
2. 1745 Hinman Avenue - one-story side addition and alteration
John Watrous, owner, and Stuart Cohen, architect presented plans for side yard (south elevation)
alterations at 1745 Hinman Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landmark within the Evanston
Lakeshore Historic District,
Stuart Cohen said that the project consists of tearing down a portion of an existing open porch,
adding a mudroom and moving a bay that interconnects the living room with a 11-mu y, cut rently'
used as a family room. S. Cohen said that part of the open porch (stairs, arched ixzv and railing)
is to remain. The project fills in the void space between the two portions of the building by
keeping the open porch up to the first structural support and reusing the removed fascia board
and the decorative cut wrapped tail ends on the addition. One of the two bay windows wvould be
reused in the addition to continue matching existing windows.
Stuart Cohen said a second floor square window facing east would be replaced %with a double
hung window that would match the existing double hung window immediately to the north.
This is part of the interior rehabilitation (closet area and master bathroom). S. Cohen said thati j F
the exterior of the addition would be stucco, the trim would be reused from the open porch
portion that would be removed.
Catunissioti's Findings
Kirk Irvin asked if the new apron below the windows on the first floor would match the existing
apron. Stuart Cohen said, yes. Mark Sarkisian asked for verification if the new windows would
be wood windows. S. Cohen said, yes.
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Jessica Deis moved to approve the project as presented, finding that it meets the appropriate
standards (alteration), Barbara Gardner seconded the motion. The motion curried
unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
Stuart Cohen asked if the o� ner would need to come back in front of the Commission if thr
owner rebuilds leaded glass windows to match existing; leaded glass windows. Carlos Ruiz :said
that in cases where restoration or reconstruction of architectural features are involved and Nxsed
on some evidence, then the Commission's staff could approve such a project.
3. 1031 Michigan Avenue - one-story side addition, a first floor addition under existing
second floor and alterations
Mark Termolen. Joanne Termolen, owners, and Marian Tweedie, representing Ellen Galland,
architect, presented drawings for a one-story side addition, a first floor addition under an existing
second floor and alterations at 1031 Michigan Avenue. The property is within the Evanston
Lakeshore Historic District.
Marian Tweedie said that the owners would like to enlarge the kitchen area into a kitchen/eating
area and family room. M. Tweedie said a structural problem on the second floor -was addressed
by the new addition. The addition is a bay (the house has now two bays and a wrap around porch
on the first floor). On the second floor there is a bay that projects over the open front porch.
Marian Tweedie said that the addition keeps a remnant of the open back porch and the mud room
is the entrance from the rear of the house. The addition has wood siding finish and a brick skirt
around the foundation. The windows would a have a grid pattern.
Comrnission-'s Findings
Kirk Irwin asked if there were any comments or questions from members of the Commission.
Lynne Heidt complimented the proposed addition. Kirk Irwin asked about the exterior finish of
the proposed windows. Marian Tweedie said the windows would be clad wood windows. K.
Irwin verified that the new brick would match the existing; brick. Barbara Gardner moved that
the Commission approve the project as presented as meeting the standards for alteration. George
HaIik seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
4. 2200 Central Street - Relocation of existing Evanston landmark building within
existing site, and construction of new mixed use commercial/residential building an
same site
Scott Hargadon, attorney; John Eiflcr, architect; and Dr. Joseph Nvkaza, property owner,
presented plans for the relocation of an existing; Evanston landmark and the construction of a new
mixed use commercial/residential building on the same site at 2200 Central Street.
John Eifler said that his architectural firm has extensive experience with historic preservation
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projects. J. Ender said that the building at 2200 Central Street was built in I926, designed by
Joseph Brisde. The building .vas designated an Evanston landmark because of its architectural
significance. It % as first designed and still remains as a dental office. The building is designed
in the English -Tudor style. J. Eider said that the building looks more like a house than a dental
office, a nice building worth preserving. The addition in the back was built in 1959.
John Eifler sa~3 that the site is zoned B-21 with a floor area ratio (FAR) of 2.0, allowing for a
density of approximately 27,000 S.F. J. Eiller said that the packet submitted to the Commission
contains desizn schemes including a zoning kind of analysis. J. Eifler said that (they) previously
met with Carlos Ruin Preservation Coordinator and Arthur Alterson, Assistant Director for
Zoning.
John Eifler said that the existing building is approximately 2.600 S.F. or 1/10 of what is currently
allowed on the site. The building sits on the center of the site, with the addition in the back. .
There arc threes trees on the site, two on Pioneer Street and one on Central Street. The remainder
of the site is green space with grass and a few shrubs against the building.
John Eiller referring to scheme A03, said that it addresses a number of issues that were brought
at the meeting %%ith C. Ruiz and A. Alterson. The overall picture/urban design issue is that the
site is at the end of a commercial strip, and to the west of it there are residential units of four/five
stories in heizat J. Eifler said that the proposal is to take the historic building and move it to the
comer (northest), basically being in compliance of the zoning regulations which require that
commercial buildings be set up against the sidewalk. Additional commercial space to the west of
the proposed relocated landmark building is also set up against the sidewalk. The residential
portion of the new building would be setback to be in line with the residential units, which start
one property %z est and continue for a number of lots.
John Eifler said that Dr. Nykaza would remain in his office building and the dental building
would continue to be used as such. J. Eifler said that they feel comfortable with the solution in
that the predominant facades of the building, cast elevation and north elevation are kept as the
dominant feat=s of the site. The building would not be rotated and its orientation to the street
and to the sun %vouid be retained. J. Eifler said that it is their intent to comply with all the zoning
Criteria.
John Eiller referred to the Standards for Review of Relocation (Evanston Preservation
Ordinance). s"-- ing with Standard 2. J. Eifler said that life landmark building is staying on the
site, and in his opinion there is no void created by the relocation of the building. Standard 3, J.
Eifler said that even though the: landmark building is a masonn building, it is a fairly small
building that can be moved with no damage. Standard 4. J. Eiller said that the landmark building
is meant to sit on the corner, and it has certain three dimensional characteristics that would be
maintained by keeping it on the corner itself. Standard 1, J. Eifler said that in their opinion,
-retaining the landmark building on the site, and the very thoughtful and responsive massing
alterations that have been made after discussing the issue with C. Ruiz and A. Alterson, they feel
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that these criteria are met.
Joseph Nykaza said he owned his dental practice in Wilmette on Green Bay Road from 1963 to
1973. He developed a relationship with Dr. Rosen Fisher the original builder of 2200 Central
Street in Evanston. Over those ten years J. Nykaza used to co,6er Dr. Fisher's emergencies:. J.
Nykaza moved into the building in 1973. He said that dentistr-.- has been practiced in the
building for 73 years, and hoped that with this plan it would practiced 100 years. J. Nykara said
that he: has a son practicing dentistry with him. J. Nykaza said that he and his son do not have
any intention of leaving the building, they love it, and their patients love it too. It is very
important and necessary to them to be able to continue operating there. He hoped that the
Commission would grant his petition.
Commission's Frntlings
Barbara Gardner asked if the applicants had considered relocating the landmark building on the
back corner of the site so that it would be closer to the residential homes. John Eifler said, yes.
The more they considered it, the more it seemed to them that the retail/commercial portion on ,
Central Street and the residential in the back was a better response to site and the neighborhood .
around it. Scott Hargadon said that the historic character of the landmark is that it is a
commercial building that does not look like a commercial building.
Michael Imlay said that he thought the project presents the landmark building as a transitional
element between the storefronts that go cast and the apartments to the west. Jessica Deis
concurred with M. Imlay. She added that starting east, the business/commercial structures are
IOW rise, and getting higher rise as one bets into the residential buildings going west. J. Deis said
that scheme A03 was the most responsive to the site and the environment. The transition from
low rise to medium rise, as mentioned by NI. Imlay, maintains that cadence that goes from east to
west all along that business district. Michael Imlay said that the backup schemes show the
feeling of the bulk (of the project) to get an understanding of how the architect arrived to scheme
A03. M. Imlay said that, in his mind, scheme A03 is probably- the optimum solution.
Jessica Deis asked about parking;. John Eisler said that they believe they can meet all the parking
requirements on the site. '['here is a basement parking; level Kith a ramp. Scott Hargadon said
that they believe that they would not require a variation for parking for the building. Lynne
Heidt said that there aren't four-story buildings west of 2200 Central Street. There are three-
story condos. John Eisler said that lie counted four five -story- buildings west of the site, there is a
combination of three, four and five -story buildings. Kirk lr%%in said that some of the buildings
.vest of the site are up on terraces, four -five feet above the sidewalk, J. Eisler said that by zoning
there is a 45' height restriction. Scott Hargadon said that the zoning for this district does not
permit residences on the first floor level.
Lynne Heidt asked how the building; became a landmark. Dr. Nyk= said that in the late 1980s,
he was contacted about being an owner of a landmark. He went in front of the landmark
committee and told them he did not like being the owner of a landmark building because he was
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afraid of problems in the future. Dr. Nykaza said that he was told that all the committee cowrld do
is to try to convince him to do ghat the committee would like him to do, but all the committee
could do is to slow him down. He said fine and that was that. Joseph Nykaza said that it was not
until two or three years ago that he became aware through Carlos Ruiz that things had changed in
the mid 1990s. Two years later Ire found that the building could be moved as suggested by John
Eifler.
Kirk Irvin said he %%ms comfortable with the massing of the new building in relation to the west
elevation, he was concerned with the south elevation facing into the neighborhood. He woTxtcred
about the southeastern corner of the building going right up to the sidewalk (facing Pioneer
Road), and whether that would over power the existing streetscspe. Scott Hargadon said that
there is a triangular park across the street and that residences are further away.
Lynne Heidt asked if the residents of the neighborhood knew about the plan. John Eifler said
that they had a meeting with Alderman Ed Moran and that he is aware of it. Barbara Gardner
asked if the neighbor directly behind the subject property was aware of the plan. John Eifler said
that is why they had a meeting with Alderman Moran. They wanted to see how this would work.,
and Alderman Moran stressed that they talk to the community. They see the preservation issue at
this point as the primary issue. Lynne Heidt asked if preservation is the first step in the process.
J. Eifler said, yes.
Kirk Irvin said that he appreciated the step back element in the design and the idea that the
design turns the corner with the house (at Hartrey Avenue and Central Street) and the stepping up
to the residential part of the new building (facing Central Street). He said that kind of treatment,
low building — high building behind it, could also be expressed on the southeastern corner of the
site in some manner to make a transition with the residential neighborhood.
John Eifler said that K. Irvin brought up the most unresolved portion of the massing. Barbara
Gardner asked if the building being so close to the sidewalk would bc; a safety concern for those
coming out of the alley. J. Eifler said the building would be 21 ' away from the alley. Scott
Hargadon said that they might need zoning relief to go away from the side yard because under
this zoning district it is required that the building goes to the property line.
Arthur Altetson, Assistant Director for Zoning, said that they have not clone a zoning analysis on
the project and that he does not know that the design in front of the Commission conforms to the
Zoning Ordinance. He added that the build to lot line is an issue on all street sides. Scott
Hargadon said that the point of the Zoning Ordinance in a commercial zone is to move the
buildings to the front of the street %%-here they face commercial streets. He believed that Zoning
was not meant for a corner yard with two front yards..
Barbara Gardner asked if it would not be beneficial to have the zoning analysis first. John Eifler
said that the residential component need not be on the edge and it might need zoning relief. J.
Ei fler said that the reason why they are presenting the project in this format is because it is an
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urban design issue and as far preservation this is the hest solution. Scott I Iarl;adon
said that their particular interest, in terms ofth,- Certificate of Appropriateuesa, is the nrowtiment
of the buildinc.
James Wolinski, Community Uevelopment N-partmcnt Dim—cuir, asked about the liasibility of
moving the landmark structure, and if there hall been a structural analysis of tilt• structure. J.
Eifler said his firm has moved two buildings already and that he is familiar with tx\o companies
that do move buildings. Ile said that he was not concerned with the 1easibilit\ of moving the
building because the building is fairly small. Scott Ilargadon mid that ifa feasibility w
analysis
were a prerequisite to move the building, tile% would do so. Junes `1'olinski said that it ould be
a prerequisite.
Barbara Gardner asked if the architect would be willing to consider stepping back the new
building (the southeastern section). John Eifler said, yes, He added that the drawings are initial
schematic drawings and that the new building requires more work, and that he is certainly willing
to do that. Lynne Heidt referred to the Statement of Significance of the landmark building and
read: "A conspicuous feature on a corner of a well traveled street, this small brick structure is
set back on broad, ii-ell-ltilrtlsvcttpetl groutuls. " She said that it flies into the face of whatever is
perhaps the zoning. She said that the statement of significance does not deal only with a
charming English -Tudor dental office on that property, it also deals with its sort of park feeling,
and that somehow the zoning prevents the site from keeping that feel.
Mark Sarkisian said that the zoning of the site and the location of the landmark building snake it
a very difficult situation. 1-le said that it was terrific to try to save the landmark and moving it on
the site. He was concerned with handling the moving of the structure properly. John Eider said
the significance of the building is that it is clearly, a corner building, he said that his solution
addresses the frontages, the massing, and the way that the building sits on the corner was retained.
as part of the project. Mark Sarkisian said that further development on the site might allow more
grass area. Kirk Irvin said that the new building does not respond to the park, and the building's
southeastern edge is not soft enough. K. Irwin said that is why he suggested that the back comer
be reviewed.
Kirk Irvin said that the discussion dealt with two issues. One is the residential corner of the lot,
and the other is how the project works with zoning. Lynne Heidt asked if zoning is a concern for
the Commission. Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission has advisory review on zoning
variances. Lynne Heidt asked if the project would meet the preservation criteria, maintain the
park like setting and preserve the playground on the south end. John Eifler said that is why they
met with Carlos Ruiz, and evidently there is more work to be done. Ile added that their goal is to
meet all the zoning requirements.
Arthur Alterson said that lie could not tell whether the Commission was looking at moving the
building to the corner or whether it was looking at the new construction and moving the building
to the corner, He certainly could not say if the new construction meets zoning. Moving the
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dentist office to the comer and any construction on the property would certainly be zoning
issues. A. Alterson said that because thz Commission finds the project pleasing, the project
might be not what is put on the prof+ert,- because it may not meet the zoning.
Kirk Irwin asked if, hypothetically. the Commission approves the project in some form. and then
the project is altered due to zoning, .fees that mean that it would not come back to the
Commission? Then what is built might not be %ghat the Commission had looked at. Arthur
Alterson said that it would depend on what the Commission is approving. If the Commission is
approving the new structure as represented in A03, and the fundamental changes on Pioneer
Road and Hartrey Avenue require moving the lot lines adjacent to those streets. he %could
imagine that those changes have to come back to the Commission. Carlos Ruiz said that if there
is a change in the plans from the approved certificate, the plans have to come back to the
Commission.
Jessica Deis said that the Commission's purview is not only for the structure but also for the site.
Carlos Ruiz said when he met with John Eifler, he expressed his concerns with the site, because
the landmark designation does not only apple to the structure but also to the site. C. Ruiz said
that the project is not just moving the landmark building but it's also affecting the setting. He
said that he meet with J. Eifler so that the architect would understand the standards for re%iew of
relocation, construction and demolition. The applicant decides how to approach the project. C.
Ruiz stated that lie did not give J. Eifler any direction on how to proceed, but rather he
highlighted areas of concern.
Kirk Irwin referred to standard ? of the Standards for Review of Relocation. Mark Sarkisian said.
that the Commission should review the proposal in the context of the project at large. The
Commission could make recommendations based on the general massing. fie said that the
Commission in any say could not strict)%. review and approve the new construction, because it
has not even gone through zoning analysis. The Commission could make recommendations that
the project is going in the right direction. M. Sarkisian also said that the Commission could deal
with the movement of the building in the context of the project. lie said that in his opinion the
proposal is contingent upon the project at large.
Scott I-largadon said that they would agree with, as a condition for the Commission's approval, if
through zoning the project is going to get changed from what the Commission may have
approved, that the applicant will come back to the Commission. S. I-largadon said that it is clear
that is the intent of the Preservation Ordinance. He said that they arc confident with meeting the
zoning code. The only issue is whether or not they need to meet the side yard requirement. If
indeed that were the interpretation of the Zoning Ordinance, they would probably ask for a
variation.
Arthur Alterson said he disagreed over the enormity of the discrepancy that potentially was being
presented to the Commission and what the Zoning Ordinance requires. He said if the applicant
has to apply for a zoning variance, that would put the project in a public hearing forum. Carlos
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Ruiz said that in conversations with A3de:rman Moran. he t-elic%es that Aldern= Moran is
concerned with the neighbors of the project and their rraction to the pri,pos-LI_ C. Ruiz .tressed
that whatever the Commission decide; regarding the project ►N ill ha%a an impac: in the
neighborhood.
John Eifler said that it was his underst -riding that the Commission's pun tew was: o%cr the
landmark itself and not the residential .:spent of the proposal. v6hich is new construction. L.y=c
I-Icidt said thatwhat it makes the landr.nark property extraordinary is its setting,. Barbara Gardner
clarified that the Commission has purview over new construction as «ell.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the relocation of the existing structure at ZZW
Central Street, finding that the location for the move is appropriate in light of the: four standards
listed for review of relocation. The approval of new location is predicated upon further
development of a designn that it is based on design A03 that has been presented to the
Commission {May 16, 2000) with the general spatial, set back, height, and massing
characteristics that are shown in that paa-ticular example. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion.
Discussion:
Michael Imlay suggested getting zoning analysis first to know if the project does or it does not
work with zoning. Jessica Deis said tha her motion is predicated in developing the project
further, which includes zoning analysis_ She added her motion was general for further
development of the concept A03. dark Sarkisian asked Carlos Ruiz if the motion is independent
of the new building. although it is considering the general massing, so that it is understood that
once the building is further developed, it will come back before the Commission. J. Deis said
that she tried to made that inherent in her motion. Carlos Ruiz said that another way to look at
the proposal is that the Commission is a- ro' ing the relocation of the building in concept, and
that the project needs further development.
Lynne Heidi said that she would like to _et the immediate community involved with notices to
what is intended with the project. Jessica Deis said that, although a good idea, she did not think
that was the purview of the Commissiom If there are zoning issues, zoning will initiate the
public participation process. Lynne Heidi asked ifthat could give the neighborhood an
opportunity to express their feelings to the Commission. Jessica Deis said that it would not be
the first time that the Commission made a controversial decision. Lynne Heidi said she -was
worried about changing something that was given an Evanston landmark status. the proposal is
not just putting ;-room addition to the landmark, the proposal is changing the whole
configuration of the neighborhood. KirL Irwin said that zoning would deal with those issues. He
said that the Preservation Ordinance does not have any provisions to do some of the things that
zoning can do.
Barbara Gardner said that the architect talked about the concept of possibly changing: some
things but not being specific as to the southeastern corner. She wondered if the motion should be
amended in that regard. Mark Sarkisan said that he believed that revision would come naturally,
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because the architect has not fully developed the project and he will come back to the
Commission with the entire design of the project. Kira: Irvin said that he %vould like to give the
architect flexibility so that he can work on the zoning issues.
Kirk Irvin said that he understood the motion is for approval of the relocation of the landmark
structure to the corner, as its shown on A03 design. That it is all contingent on further
development of the new construction on the site, and it is contingent on further study with
respect to the zoning implicatioas of the ne%v construction. Jessica Deis ,said that K. Irwin made
a good interpretation of her motion.
Scott Hargadon asked if the motion could also include the demolition of the 1959 addition.
Jessica Deis said that her motion only implied the relocation of the original landmark structure.'
She said that she would amend her motion to clarify that it only includes the landmark: structure
and not the 1959 addition. Lynne Hcidt asked if the approval of the motion would allow the
applicant to move the structure and never build the new building. Kirk Irwin ans«ered, no: � He '
said that the motion is contingent to the new construction.
Kirk Irvin called the question for the motion as related only to the relocation of the landmark
structure. The motion carried unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
Kirk Irwin read the demolition standards for the record; he clarified that the demolition
application is for the 1959 addition:
(1) Whether the property, structure or object is ofsttch historic, cultural, architectural or
archaeological significance that its demolition would be detrimental to the public interest
and contrary to the general welfare of the people of they cit3- and the state.
Commission's finding: no.
(2) Nltether the property, structure or object contributes to the distinctive historic, cultural,
architectural or archeological character of the District as a whole and should be
preserved jar the benefit of the people of the city and the state
Commission's finding: no
(3) Whether demolition of the property, structure or object would be contrary to the purpose
and intent of this Chapter and to the objectives of the historic preservation for the
applicable District.
Commission's finding: no
(3) O'hether the property, structure or object is of such old, unurual or uncommon design.
texture, and/or material that it could not be reproduced without great difficulty anchor
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experLse. .:... .
Commission's finding: no
(5) Except in cases where the o►rner has no plans for a period of rip to fire ivars to rejAwe
an existing Landmark or property, structure or object in a District, no Certificate t►f
Appropriateness shall be issued until plans for a replacement Structure or object h(av
been reviewed and approved kv the Commission.
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Commission finding: not applicable
In addition to the above standards, the Commission shall also consider the Secretary of lnterior's
.Standards for Rehabilitation ofHfs•taric Properties, as antended.
Regarding standard 5. the Commission clarified that the certificate of appropriateness for
demolition can not be issued until the Commission approves the design of the: new building.
Scott Hargadon said that the Commission's approval would be conditional to standard 5.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the plans for demolition for the 1959 _
addition, contingent upon the final review of the plans for the construction, as meeting the
standards for demolition. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays. _
S. 1025 Asbury Avenue— demolition of existing addition, construction of a hvo-story rear
side addition and alteration
Candace Hrones and Joe DeStefano, owners, and Nabil Zahrah, architect presented plans for the
demolition of an existing rear addition, the construction of a two -store rear side addition and
alteration at 1025 Asbury Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Nabil Zahrah said that the project consists of the demolition of an existing rear addition and the
construction of a two-story rear addition (family room and master bedroom). N. Zahrah showing
photographs said that the existing addition is not up to the same standards of the original house_
N. Zahrah said that the original house has a wrap around porch. The addition would have a
similar roof pitch to the original house. The addition would have same exterior materials and
pediment as the original house. The new post would match the original post on front of the
house. The new double hunt; windows would match the existing windows.
Commission's Findings
Jessica Deis said that the project addresses the materials. the vocabulary of the house where there
is a visible break between the original work and the new proposed work. Mark Sarkisian asked if
the roof of the addition is lower than the existing roof. Nabil Zahrah said, yes. yl. Sarkisian
noted that the new chimney seemed eery modern %vith a wood siding finish. N. Zahrah said that
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the chimney starts at the second story but that a brick chimney needs to be supported from the
ground level. Michael Imlay said that the wood sided chimney is almost a common converuion
of acceptance for a prefabricated metal chimney. Barbara Gardner asked if face brick could be -
used on the chimney. N1. Imlay said he had tried, face brick on some of his projects
unsuccessfully.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission apMve the project as presented as meeting tine
standards for construction. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes. 0 nays.
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b. 1627 Wesley Avenue - restoration of front entry porch
Hans Friedman presented plans for the restoration of an entry porch at 1627 Wesley Avenue.
The property is an Evanston Landmark within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
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Hans Friedman said that the entry porch was probably remodeled in the 1950s. Brick walls were
built that are out of keeping with the house which does not have bricks. The property owners
would like to remove the existing brick and the items that arc incompatible with the house. H.
Friedman said that the project recaptures the entry patio that Myron Hunt designed. This means
that the steps would be moved further west. The walls would be finished with wood shingles
with a cedar coping on top. The corners would be beefed up to support the roof on two members
and a slate floor is being built from the steps to meet the porch floor. The roof would remain the
same.
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Kirk Irwin asked if the project consists of restoring; the affected area from the roof down from
photographic evidence as Myron Hunt originally designed it. Hans Friedman said, yes:
Barbara Gardner asked if the project is a restoration, why it came to the Commission for re- iew.
Carlos Ruiz answered that the project is also an alteration. Hans Friedman said that an extension
is being added to the front of the house.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the proposed project as meeting the
standards of alteration. Michael Girard seconded -the motion. The motion carried
unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays. -
7. 1330 Church Strcet - demolition of the existing garage, rebuilding; affected area and
build previously approved two -cur garage.
Kathy Burg;ces, owner, and Hans Friedman, architect presented revised plans for the demolition
of an existing; garage, rebuilding the affected area to match the existing; area, as a bath and saurm,
and building a previously approved new two -car garage at 1330 Church Street. The property is
an Evanston Landmark within the Evanston Ridge Historic District.
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Hans Friedman said that the proposed area for demolition is not original to the house and that the
reconstruction of it would the more economical than trying to reused it as originally intended. He
said that previously, ► •hen he was Chair of the Preservation Commission, the former properly
owner had a fire in the same area. The Commission then had recommended rebuilding the area
in a sympathetic manner. Hans Friedman said that the same area proposed for demolition does
not have foundation walls, it only has piers and that the plates sitting on the piers are all rotted
out.
Commission's Findings
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the demolition of the existing garage as
meeting the standards for demolition. Susan Regan seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes. 0 nays.
8. 1616 Asbury Avenue - replacement of an existing chain link fence and adding anew
section of chain link fence to the front property line (requires zoning fence variation)
Kirk Irvin said that the Commission would review 1616 Asbury Avenue at the end since the
owner was not present.
9. 2127 Maple Avenue -alteration of front porch
Melissa Sharp Leasia, owner presented plans for the repair and restoration of a front porch at
2127 Maple Avenue, The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Melissa Sharp Leasia said that the balustrade would be replaced, the,front step would be widened
to match the existing sidewalk. M. Leasia said that they did not have any photographs to work
from, however they looked at other Evanston homes designed by William Pocklington and they
came up with this design.
Commission's Findings
Carlos Ruiz asked if the porch roof would need another post for support. Melissa Sharp Leasia
said that there is no additional post supporting the roof porch.
Carlos Ruiz asked if the plans submitted to the Commission would be the same that would be
submitted for thaconstruction permit application. M. Leasia said, yes. C. Ruiz asked if Dean
Mosea (structural inspector) had seen the plans. M. Leasia said that D. hiosca was concerned
with where the footings would go, M. Leasia said that they need four footings.
Susan Regan moved that the Commission approve the proposed work as submitted as meeting
the standards of alteration. Lynne Heidi seconded the motion. The motion passed .
unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
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10. 225 Hamilton Street — new rear/side yard fence to property line (rvquires zoning feaee
variation)
Mary Ann O'Leary, owner presented plans for a new rear/side yard fence at 223 liamiltom Street.
The property is an Evanston Landmark within the Evanston Lakeshore His.-oric District.
Mary Ann O'Leary showed photographs of her property including the gart,c area. N1. Q'Lcary
said that her neighbors to the west are relocating the driveway to their garage to be adjacena to
her driveway and they would remove their fence. She expressed that the %icw from I-IamiIton
Street would be greatly altered when the existing fence is removed. N1. O'Leary said she would
like to build a fence on her property so that the current view from Hamilton Street is not altered.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin asked about the material and style of the proposed fence. Mary :inn O'Leary said
that the new fence would be exactly the same as the existing fence on her neighbors' propexty. .
Carlos Ruiz said that the proposed fence requires a zoning variance. The Zoning Ordinance
requires a I 5' side yard setback on comer lot properties. The proposed fence is located within
the required side yard setback and side yard property line. C. Ruiz suggested that if the
Commission should approve the proposed fence. that the Commission take into consideration the
zoning variance.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the construction of the proposed fence as
presented. J. Deis said that within her motion she would like the Commission to signify approval
in light of any zoning variation that may be required to erect the Tence. Barbara Gardner
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
11. 820 Gaffield Place - exterior repairs (siding and new windows)
Kirk Ir"-in called for a representative for 820 Gaf ield Place. No one came forward. K. Irwin
decided to call the next project.
12. 6I8 Sheridan Square — window repair and replacement (advisory review only'.)
Jack Hinz and Cate Whitcomb, condominium owners presented a plan to replace existing
windows at 618 Sheridan Square. The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Jack Hinz said that their building is on the lake (Lame Michigan) and that the building is exposed
to weather directly from the lake. Preliminary estimates indicate that restoration of the existing
windows would be twice as expensive as replacement windows. J. Hinz said that they would
likely use Marvin windows. He said that the existing windows would be replace with clad
windows. J. flinz said that the existing windo,.vs should have been painted two or three years
ago, but because they were out of the country- during that time, no one in the building had been in
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the position to cam' the proposed project fiorvard. J. I finz said that they %%ould like do bear From
the Commission how- they could proceed with the proposed work.
Commission Is Findings
Kirk Irwin asked Carlos Ruiz ifhe had direction for the Commission in regard to the auJvison-
review�. C. Ruiz said the applicants had requested advice from the Commission so that they -
could proceed with the selection of appropriate windows. He said that at his request, Lbc
applicants had obtained estimates for the restoration of the existing windows. C. Ruiz said drat
he advised the applicants that if replacement of windows was necessary that the new %,ktindoas
should be in kind. C. Ruiz said that some of the existing windows are not original.
Jack Hinz said that the front second -story windows had been previously replaced, and ckne of
those windows was replaced again in the 1990s. Barbara Gardner asked if the original «•inflows
were steel windows. C. Ruiz that there is no evidence of that being the case. J. Hinz said that as
far as they could tell the original windows are wood windows. B. Gardner asked if the original
front windows are double hung windows. J. Hinz said the original front windows are casement
windows, most of the windows on the back are double hunt; windows.
Kirk Irvin asked if any Commissioner had any suggestion regarding the material for ne-A,
windows. K. Irwin also asked what type of information the Commission required so that the
work could be completed before winter. Carlos Ruiz said that apparently since some windows
have been replaced and that there are casement windows along side double hung windows, he
recommended that the Commission look at the facades and determine what would be the most
appropriate window replacements.
Jack Hinz said that.no windows had been changed since the building was designated an Evanston
Landmark in 1978. Jack Hinz said their intention is to replace casement windows for casement
windows and double hung windows for double hung windows.
Commission members discussed a variety of possibilities in terms of material and design of new
windows. Jessica Deis moved that when the applicants make the selection of the windo-A•s
Carlos Ruiz revise the project and that at his discretion, three members of the Commission be
consulted via fax. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
V. OLD BUSINESS
Kirk Irwin said that he would like to move on to old business and get back to 1616 Asbury
Avenue and 620 Gaffield Place at the end of the meeting.
Carlos Ruiz said that no old business were pending.
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VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion regarding consideration of new boundaries for the proposed Nortbeast
Evanston Historic District
Kirk Irvin said that the City Council at theif1ast meeting (May 8. 2-000) voted to sand the issue
of the Northeast Evanston Historic District back to the Planning and Development Committee
(P&D). The P&D meeting would be Thursday, May 18, 2000 at 7: •0 p.m.. City Council
Chambers. Kirk Irwin said that the on Monday, %I fay 22, 2000 at 8: *0 p.m. City C.%uncil -would
vote on the proposed district as a whole or with modified boundari -s.
Kirk Irwin said that he has been requested by an Alderman informally to appear at the P&D
meeting to comment in considering new boundaries to the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic
District. The Commission has not been formally notified by City Council to comment on the
issue.
On Monday, May 8, 2000 the City Council also discussed the General Comprehensive Plan
amendments. Evanstonians for Responsible Preservation (ERP) requested that the Preservation
Chapter be amended with language they proposed. City Council approved the amendment. Kirk
Irwin said that generally, the amendment had to do with the issue of binding review. Carlos Ruiz
said that the amendment also had to do with support of the community for preservation. Jessica
Deis asked for clarification about the amendment regarding binding review. Kirk lruin said that
he was not in the Council Chambers at the time of the vote for the amendment, but that he had
read a copy of the letter from ERP. Fle said that it was his understanding that City- Council
approved ERP's proposed language amending the Comprehensive General Plan (CGP).
Jessica Deis said that she was really surprised of the amendment because the CGP process %vent
along for a long time and it was well publicized. Dirk Irwin said that about a month ago ERP
brought this issue to City Council. Dirk Irwin had signed up to speaking in favor of adopting the
Commission's language in the preservation chapter. Thomas McMahon (from the audience)
clarified that ERP's letter was dated October 8, 1999 for the Planning and Development
Committee public hearing for purposes of receiving public comment on the CGP.
Kirk Irvin said that the issue is how the Commission would handle the Thursday 18. 2000 P&D
meeting. He said that the architectural boundaries of the proposed district recommended in the
Commission's report. does not match the political context or political boundaries. Kirk Irwin `
said that it seems that the Cite Council is trying to find a way to cut back the boundaries to
eliminate some of the opposition to the district. The Commission h--s not been formally asked to
comment within the ordinance with regard to boundary changes. The Commission's report to
City Council is being sent back to P&D.
Kirk Irwin said that he was inclined to go to P&D and stand behind the Commission's report and
recommendation for approval of the nomination as it was submitted to the Commission.
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K. irv-in said he would not like the Commission to step out of the Ordinance (Prvscrti ation)
changing things for P&D. Lynne Heidt said that she thought that Kirk Irvin had already agm-ed
to do that. Kirk Irwin said he did not agree to anything. He said that he had sent a letter to City
Council and to the Mayor expressing his concerns about what the nomination of the Northeast
Evanston Historic District was doing to the community at large. He said that he is concerned
about -the hatred, the angst, and the negative energy around this issue that might be transferred to
other issues that do not have anything to do with buildings or the Commission and become mach
more divisive and more permanently damaging the Community. Lynne Heidt said that she
would like to be advised of changes to the philosophy of the Preservation Commission, even
though she knew the Chair did it with good intent. Kirk Irwin said he made hundred of decisions
in this process and spend hours on the telephone. He said he would make the extra effort to
inform the Commission more efficiently.
Kirk Irwin asked if the Commission members agreed that the Commission stands behind its
report and recommendations, Kirk Irwin said he could put together a brief presentation to City
Council to that effect. The Commission as a whole would consider any formal request from City
Council. Barbara Gardner said that the City Council could do as they pleased with the
Commission's report and recommendation and that it would be nice that the City Council
unanimously approve the ordinance. She said that the Commission voted unanimously
approving its report and recommendation and the Commission should stand with the nomination.
Jessica Deis said that the City Council is not bound to follow the Commission's
recommendation. Kirk Irwin reiterated that City Council has not asked formally the Commission _
for any comment.
Barbara Gardner and Mark Sarkisian expressed their support to Kirk Irwin's letter send to the
City Council and the Mayor. Mark Sarkisian said that he did not have any problems with Kirk
Invin's position regarding his concerns about the political climate in the community.
Kirk Irwin said that the City's first Assistant Corporation Counsel told him that he was under the
understanding that its within the legal authority of City Council to accept a part of the
Commission's recommendation and not accept the whole recommendation. K. Irwin said that
the implication for the Commission as far as the Commission's architecture standpoint and the
review of it within the standards for review, is that the Commission would have to take things as
they evolve.
Lynne Heidt mood that the Commission reaffirm its unanimous vote to support the Northeast
Evanston Historic District, Barbara Gardner seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
B. , Letter from ;Northeast Evanston Historic District Association (NEIIDA)
Kirk Irwin said that he just was given a letter dated May 2, 2000 from Northeast Evanston
Historic District Association to Alderman Dennis Drummer, Second 'Ward. He read the letter for
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the record and verbally listed attachments to it (a copy of the letter is attached to the minutes).
C. Letter from Evanstonians for Responsible Preservation
Kirk Irvin read n letter (dated May 16, 2000) from Evanstonians for Responsible Preservation to
him and verbally listed attachments to it (a copry of the letter is attached to the minutes).
Judy Fiske (from the audience) said that the copy of the NEHDA's letter attached to ERP's letter'
is not the same as the NEHDA letter to the Preservation Commission. Kirk Irwin confirmed that,
the NEHDA letter to the Commission lists on the second page the names or Aldermen the letter's
q.
was copied to.
Kirk lr%in said that since he read NEHDA's letter first lie would like to ask Judy Fiske if she had
anything to add. Judy Fiske said that the NEHDA letter to Alderman Drummer is a response to
the aldermanic request for an opinion on alternate boundaries. J. Fiske said NEHDA stands
behind the boundaries of the district as submitted in the nomination. '
Kirk Ir%;in asked Evanstonians for Responsible Preservation if they had anything to add.
Thomas McMahon said that ERP copied a copy of the NEFIDA letter that ERP got. He added
that Commission came to the same conclusion as ERP regarding the district boundaries.
Judy Fiske said the appearance of NEHDA's Ietter %vas dramatically altered, she noted that
NEHDA's position is to keep all Aldermen informed about NEFIDA's position. Denis Drennan
said that although he vehemently opposes the district, that he also vehemently supports the
Commission's decision to stick by what the Commission believes. Don Collins said that he
strongly endorses Kirk Irwin's concern for the damage that this battle is doing to the community.'
Barbara Gardner suggested that as many Commissioners as possible attend the upcoming P&D
meeting and the Council meeting. Jessica Deis said she would like to recognize and thank Kirk
Irvin for the huge amount of time and effort he has put into the nomination review process.
Kirk Irvin announced that the P&D meeting is scheduled Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 7:30 p.m:
at City Council Chambers. Fie said that the City Council is planning to vote on Monday, May
22. 2000 at the City Council Chambers. Tile Council meeting starts at 8:30 p.m.
1V. COINIM1-TTEE REPORTS (Continuation)
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA)
8. 1616 Asbury Avenue - replacement of an existing chain link fence and adding a ne►r
section of chain link fence to the front property line (requires zoning fence
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Carlos Ruiz said that the property at 1616 Asbury Avenue is within the Ev,uLstoll Ridgc EiL<oric
District. Jessica said that applicant is askizig to replace the existing post and rail settee ►%ith a
chain link fence. J. Deis said that this is an unusual situation because as she under•tt..*d thr front
to the house is along the gravel alley. J. Dais said that there is already a chain link fence moss
the alley. She did think that the chain link fence would not have a visual impact on the
neighborhood.
Carlos Ruiz said that he misunderstood the application because he thought the applicant
replacing an existing wood fence and adding a chain link fence to it. Barbara Gardner said that
she would not feel comfortable with a ne%L chain link fence along the front yard. She said that
she would support a variance for a front yard fence but not a chain link fence. Michael Girard
and Michael Imlay had similar concerns.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission deny the application for a chain link fence going all the
way to the property line. The Commission is in agreement with the Zoning administrator that the
material and the fence going to the front yard are not in accordance with the standards of .
alteration. Barbara Gardner seconders the motion.
Jessica Deis amended her motion to include the suggestion that if the applicant presented a
proposal that included a 4' high wood fence of a somewhat more opaque material that was within
the prescribed zoning setbacks from the sidewalk. the Commission would permit staff to approve
such application. Mark Sarkisian seconded the amendment to the motion. The motion passed
unanimously as amended. Vote: 8 ayes. 0 nays.
11. 820 Gaffield Place - exterior repairs (siding and new windows)
Carlos Ruiz said that 820 Gaftield Place is an Evanston Landmark. He said that the property
owners submitted an application for fire repair. He said that the issues of this application are
replacement of Ore damaged windows with cinyl windows and replacement of existing exterior
asphalt shingles with vinyl siding. Michael Irnlay said that from the public way it was difficult
to see portions of the building that were affected by the fire.
Barbara Gardner said that the vinyl siding would more closely resemble the original wood siding.
She clarified that she was not implying that—. inyl siding is a good idea, but the vinyl siding; that
is made to look life wood clapboard is better looking than the existing asphalt shingles. Nfichael
Imlay said that there is a difference between a statement and a visual representation of redoing a
house. He said that there was not enough visual information provided with the application.
Jessica Deis moved that Carlos Ruiz obtain more information about the project, and at his
discretion eitlte: approve the project or -consult with members of the Commission before final
decision for approval or disapproval of the project. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion:. The
motion passed unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes. 0 nays.
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VII. STAFF REPORT
Carlos Ruiz said that he did not have anything to report
VIL ANNOUNCE4iEN17S
Carlos Ruiz announced that the next Commission meeting is Tuesday, June 20, 2000. Room
2403, Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenuc; ht 7:30 p.m. 7.
Vill. ADJOURNMENT
The Commission adjourned at 10:45 p.m. with no further business on the agenda.
Respectfully Submitted:
Carlos D. Ruiz
Senior Planner/PreservatioCoordinator Date:
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,EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
r Tuesday, April 18, 2000
7:30 p.m; - Room 2403
Evanston Chic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner, Michael Girard, George Halii:, - '
Lynne Heidt, Michael Imlay and Mark Sarkisian
MEMBERS, ABSENT: Heidi Carey, Kirk Irwin and Susan Regan
OTHERS PRESENT: Polly Hawkins, Stephen Cole, Drew Heindel, Bob Dillard, Susan
Groshong, Paul Jeffrey, Bob Kelly, Aaron Wilsm Anne Heinz, '
John Heinz, Elaine Frangedakis, Pat hicFaddm Rich Bergfors,
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Anne Cothran, Andrew Cothran, Morris Kalish and Jerome
Handler
PRESIDING: Mark Sarkisian, Vice -Chair
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz „ ' ...
I. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
-Mark Sarkisian determined that a quorum of seven Commission members was present. He
called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.
II. COMMUNINCATIONS
Carlos Ruiz said that there were no communications
III. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee '
1. 1203 Forest Avenue — Relocation of existing fence (requiring zoning variation) and
relocating garage doors
Polly Hawkins, owner presented plans for relocating an existing fence and relocating an existing-
garage door at 1203 Forest Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landmark within the Evanston
Lakeshore Historic District.
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Polly Hawkins submitted updated drawings of the proposed work. She said that the existing
rented coach house was a legal non -conforming use. P. Hawkins said that the lease would be
terminated as of June 1, 2000 and the coach house would be converted to just a garage. She said
that the existing 6-foot high fence would me moved 2-feet into the property line along the
sidewalk with some landscaping in front. The fence would have a cloverleaf design open at the
top of the fence. The new driveway would be to the far east of the property.
Polly Hawkins said the three windows on the south fagade of the proposed garage would be
moved to the west fagade and a single garage door would be installed on the south fagade. Rood
columns forming a pergola would built on the west fagade in front of the relocated windows_
Commission's Fmdings
Carlos Ruiz asked about the coach being rented. Polly Hawkins said that the coach house was
already rented when she bought the house. The variation would be for the fence along Hamilton.
Street. She said that she was in the process of applying for the zoning variation for the new
fence, because the zoning required a 1 S-foot set back for a fence on a side yard of a corner tot_
P. Hawkins explained that all the concrete west of the coach house would be removed as well.
George Halik read the standards for determination of special uses and variations:
"lVhenever an application is made for a special use or variation relating to an historic
landmark; or a property located in a Federal or local historic district, the application shall be
referred to the Preservation Commission that shall have authoriq, to make its recommendations
to the appropriate decision -making body relating to lot coverage, yard requirements, parking,
building height, fences, and/or landscaping based upon its determination as to whether the
special use or variation: -
(A) Is necessary and/or appropriate in the interest of historic conservation so as not to
adversely affect the historical architecture or aesthetic integrity of the landmark or
character of local historic districts; or
(B) Is necessary to provide the owner a recoverable rate of return on the real property where
the denial thereof would amount to a taking of the property without just compensation;
and
(C) Will not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare or Injurious to
property in the district or vicinity where the property is located "
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission recommends granting the variation as meeting the
standards for variations. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously. Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
Barbara Gardner also moved that the Commission accepts the plans as presented as meeting the
standards for alteration. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays.
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2. 1319 Forest Avenue — Replacing windows on west elevation, installing new bay „ .
windows on north and south elevation
Steve Cole, owner presented plans for the replacement of windows on west elevation and the
installation of new bay windows on north and south elevation at 1319 Forest Avenue. ;The �
property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District,.
Steve Cole said that his house had unique features such as the living room window 28 x 24 and
no windows in the dinning room. He said he needed more light inside the house. The existing, .
windows did not have muntin bars. S. Cole said the modularity of the existing front bay window
would be kept and would align with the dormer above. S. Cole said that the existing work on the
house was done in 1968, but the house was built as a couch house in 1893. The applicant
proposed installing Pella architectural series windows with traditional muntin bar configuration.
Commission's Findings
Carlos Ruiz clarified that the applicant was proposing adding windows on the north elevation .
and a bay window on the south elevation. Steve Cole added that he would replace all the
existing windows the with the same size Pella windows. He would add two bay windows on the
north elevation and one bay window on the south elevation.
Mark Sarkisian asked if the bay windows were flushed with the exterior walls. Steve Cole said -
the bay windows would project a few inches from the 2x8 exterior granite wall. Jessica Deis
asked about the recent history of the house. S. Cole said that Marvin Glass, toy designer owned'
the house, and he was a friend with Hugh Hefner. A 1974 issue of the Playboy magazine listed
the Roman bath in the basement as the ultimate bachelor bath.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission Approve the plans as presented as meeting the
standards for alteration. Lynne Heidi seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
3. 2236 Central Park Avenue — Two one-story additions (new kitchen and greenhouse
& sun porch) on west side of the house
Drew Heindel, architect said that the intend was to build to small additions to the rear of the
building. One addition would expand the kitchen, the other addition would replace a screened
porch with a greenhouse type of structure. D. Heindel said that windows would be replaced in
the front of the house.
Commission's findings
Carlos Ruiz asked if the proposed additions could be seen from the public way or the alley. The .
owner said that the proposed additions could not be seen because the 9-foot arborvitae screen:.
Drew Heindel said that in the front of the house a large picture window (where a garnge door
used to be) would be replaced with windows that would function and serve the house better and -
also improve the general appearance of the rest of the house.
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Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the project as presented, finding that it stet the
applicable standards of construction. Michael Way seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
4. 2344 Orrington Avenue - Garage demolition
Paul Jeffrey representing Kendall Collage said the application was to demolish an existing
garage for additional parking behind the structure at 234-4 Orrington Avenue. The garage ass.
already surrounded in three sides by surface parking. P. Jeffrey said that if the garage were to
remain, it would be in the middle of the parking lot.
Commission's Findings:
In response to a question from Mark Sarkisian, Carlos Ruiz said that the building was within the
proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District (local district). Carlos Ruiz asked Paul Jeffrey
about the Site Plan and Appearance Review Committee's (SPARC) review of the proposed
project. P. Jeffrey said that the SPARC's review was about any parking in the area in question
and facing Lincoln Street. Also, SPARC review increasing the parking area by coming closerto
the sidewalk area (action that would require a Zoning variance). He said that he would go back
in front of SPARC to present landscaping plans for the parking lot.
Barbara Gardner asked if Kendall College notified neighbors about the demolition of the garage.
Paul Jeffrey said, "no." He said that the reason was because the project was in its initial sages.
Mark Sarkisian said that the issue at hand was the evaluation of demolition of the garage. Carlos
Ruiz added the Commission should evaluate the impact of the proposed demolition on the
proposed district. C. Ruiz said that the project would continue to be tinder the purview of the
Commission because the demolition of the garage and the expansion of the parking lot in its
place would fall as a land altering activity category.
Barbara Gardner said that her issue was about public relations. Paul Jeffrey said that it would be
the next step because everything was hinged in the demolition of the garage. Carlos Ruiz said r
that the garage was listed in the nomination of the Northeast Evanston Historic District as a
contributing structure.
Mark Sarkisian referring to the application for COA said that it seemed that the Commission
should also review the effect of the parking lot on the proposed district. Mark Sarkisian said .
that, in his opinion, the garage warranted the Commission's consideration of not removing the
garage.
Barbara Gardner said she felt that Kendall College should consider the neighborhood and
residential character of the area. George Halik said that he was not so sure that the impact on the
neighborhood was that significant because there was already parking adjacent to the street In
response to a question from Carlos Ruiz, Paul Jeffrey said that the house at 2344 Orrington was
rented but as of June 30, 2000 it would become the home of the President of Kendall College.
The building to the south would be eventually converted into a restaurant.
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George Halik read the Historic Preservation Ordinance subsection 2-9-Q (D) Standard3 t<-r
Review of Demolitions. The Commission concluded that standard 2 %%w spplicable:
"2. Whether the property, structure or object contributes to the distinctive historic. cuttur=l.
architectural or archeological character ofthe district as a whole and s&iuld he 1wesv edfor
the benefit of the people of the City and the State. "
Commissioners discussed the possibility of improving the landscaping around the parkirzg ]at to
minimize the effect of the demolition of the garage. Lynne Heidt expressed her concern abort
Kendall College's willingness to improve and maintain additional landscaping. Mark Swkcisi=
said that if the garage was demolished, and when the applicant came back for the parking lot
improvement, he would expect that the applicant would respect the Commission's comments_
George Halik said that he believed that requiring additional landscaping was the CommissioWs
purview because the proposed demolition would affect the neighborhood. Barbara Gardner
noted that the parking lot was very visible frotn Orrington Avenue and Colfax Street.
Carlos Ruiz said that the landscaping on the parking lot should allow "natural surveillarme" for
safety and also allow the transition from residential to institutional uses. Carlos Ruiz asked Paul
Jeffrey if he understood that if the garage was demolish the Commission would require that the
landscaping be improved to minimize the impact of the extension of the parking lot. P. Jeffrey
said, "yes,"
Jessica Deis said the existing Maple tree next to the garage should be preserved and protected
appropriately. Michael Imlay strongly agreed %%ith J. Deis. Mark Sarkisian said that the garage '
was rare and unusual and it has significant quality and trademark. George Halik said this was
about the district and not the garage itself.
George Halik moved the Commission approve the demolition of the garage, with the exception
that the existing Maple three would be preserved. Also. the landscape along Colfax Street
should be improved to visually screen and not obstruct for safety reasons, the view of the
parking lot. Jessica Deis seconded the motion.
Discussion: Jessica Deis suggested to amend the motion with the caveat that the Maple tree be
appropriately protected with construction fencing around the drip line during all demolition and
construction. George Halik amended his motion adding that appropriate measures be taken to
protect the Maple tree during demolition and construction. Michael Imlay seconded the motion
as amended. The motion passed. Vote: 6 ayes, 1 nay ( Barbara Gardner)
S. 2652 Sheridan Road —Removing steel window on east elevation and replacing it with
aluminum clad bay window
Bob Kelly, contractor presented plans for rema%7ng an east elevation steel window and replacing
it with an aluminum clad bay window at 2652 Sheridan Road. The property is within the
boundaries of the proposed local Northeast Evanston Historic District.
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Bob Kelly said the new bay window would have a curved copper rood a base supported with
steel brackets and clad with curved copper standing seem base to match the roof line.
Carlos Ruiz said that the house was substantially altered twelve years ago due to an additioa,
Bob Kelly said that three quarters of the house was changed. The aluminum -clad bay window,'.
would match the windows in the rest of the house.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the project as presented, finding that it met the.
appropriate standards of alteration. Michael Imlay seconded the motion, The motion passed
unanimously,
6. 525 Judson Avenue — New detached two -car garage at rear yard, exterior finish and _
style to match existing addition.
Aaron Wilson, architect, John and Anne Heinz, owners presented plans for a new detached two -
car garage at 525 Judson Avenue. The property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic
District.
Aaron Wilson said that the front portion of the ItaIianate house was built in the late 1800s. Ken
Schroeder designed existing rear Modernist style addition. A. Wilson said that the proposed
garage would emulate the Modernist style of the existing addition.
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Mark Sarkisian asked about the proposed garage door. Aaron Wilson said that the door was a
synthetic wood look alike multi panel flat surface and painted to match the existing garage door_
John Heinz said -the back of the house and the existing garage were consistent in style with the
house immediately north, which -won a major architectural award. J. Heinz said the proposed
fence would be a 6-foot high fence With 1" x 4" vertical cedar planks to match the materials of
the garages.
Michael Imlay asked about the trees that would be removed for the new garage. John Heinz said
that the trees were low quality trees. Jessica Deis concurred with J. Heinz
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission accept the project as presented as it met the
standards of construction. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
7. 1106 Elmwood Avenue — Replacing double hung windows, replacing existing main door
with upper light window
Michael Girard, owner recussed himself from comment, deliberation and vote. M. Girard
presented plans for replacing double hung windows and the main door at 1106 Elmwood
Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landmark.
Michael Girard said he would like to install side by side double hung windows as indicated in the
Statement of Significance and illustrated in a photograph. M. Girard said that he had window
restoration contractors look at the existing windows. He concluded that restoring the windows
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would be very difficult because the windows and doors had been shx%-cd over the yvws as
settlement of the house occurred. The window openings were no logger square. In responw to a,
question from George Halik, Michael Girard said that the screens are an interpretation of saerns
he saw on homes in his neighborhood.
George Hank moved that the Commission approve the project as presented as it met the
standards for alterations. Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion passed. Vote: 6 ayes..
1 abstained (Michael Girard).
8. 1316 Lake Street — Installation of two air conditioner condensers requiring zoning
variance
Elaine Frangedakis, contractor and Pat McFadden, owner presented plans for the installation of
two air conditioner condensers at 1316 Lake Street. The property is within the Evanston Ridge
Historic District.
Elaine Frangedakis said they would like to put condensing units for air conditioning on the alley
side to spare the neighbors. They also needed a zoning variation from the required Ia-feet
setback from the property line to 7.2-feet setback. E. Frangedakis said the condensing units
would be inside the existing board on board 6-foot high fence.
Carlos Ruiz said that the primary reason why the Commission was reviewing the project was the
request by the owners for the zoning variation. The Zoning Ordinance requires that the - ,,�J
Commission conduct its review on variations affecting landmarks and properties within historic;,;
districts.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission recommend the -variation to the Zoning -'.I
Administrator as it met the standards for special uses and variations. Kirk Irwin seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously.
9. 638 Garrett Place — Two-story addition (garage with second floor master bath),
requires zoning variance
Anne and Andrew Cothran, owners and Rich Bergfors, architect presented drawings for a two-:
story addition with a garage and a second story master bath off a master bedroom. The property
is within the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District. The proposed addition requires a
zoning variation.
Carlos Ruiz said that the City's Zoning Administrator had granted to the Cothrans a zoning
variance from the required 5-foot side yard setback. However, the property owner at 2111
Orrington was opposed to the required zoning variation. C. Ruiz said that the Commission's
purview was recommending to the Zoning Administrator as to any adverse effect or no effect of
the zoning variation on the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District. The Commission also
had to determine if the proposed addition met the standards for construction.
A. Cothran said that the addition would encroach 6-inches into the required 5-foot side yard
setback C. Ruiz said that the zoning variance required some changes to the side elevation. R.
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Bergfors said that the Zoning Administrator required them to put two windows on the west side
elevation, R. Bergfors said that the proposed addition would follow the architecture of the house
and use the same exterior finish materials.
Barbara Gardner asked A. Cothran if they had an existing garage. A. Cothran said, "no."
Michael Imlay asked why the proposed garage was not detached and at the rear of the lot. A.
Cothran said the), needed a master bath on the second for a large master bedroom. B. Gardner,
asked if the addition could be at the rear of the house. A. Cothran said the proposed side
addition was balanced and in proportion with the front elevation of the house.
George Halik suggested relocating the garage door to the east closer to the house. R. Bergfors
said that would block the stairs to the basement. Lynne Heidt asked what would happen with the
proposed addition if the proposed historic district were not approved. C. Ruiz said that the
applicant would need to come in front of the Commission for the zoning variance because the
property is within an already listed National Register Historic District and the zoning Ordinance
required from the Commission such advisory review for properties within National Register
Historic Districts.
G. Halik said that he had a better appreciation why the proponents want the historic district. The
Commission is supposed to being concerned with the neighborhood, the spacing between the
houses, the spacing in front of the houses, and the streetscape. He said that this application %as
not about a zoning variance but the fact that the addition would be so close to the next house. It
would not be so great for the next door neighbor. L. Heidt remarked that the houses in that
neighborhood were already very close to each other, reason why she'had supported the last case
in the proposed district.
Commission members discussed the characteristics of the neighborhood in terms of streetscape,
setbacks and character. Mark Sarkisian asked if the proposed windows would match the existing
windows with divided lights. R. Bergfors said, "yes,"
G. Halik read subsection 2-9-9 (B) standards for review of construction. The Commission found
that standard 5 ( "Rhythm of spacing and structures on streets. The relationship of a structure or
object to the open space between it and adjoining structures or objects shall be visually
compatible with the properties, structures, sites, public ways, objects and places to which it is
visually related') was the most relevant.
G. Halik read the Zoning Ordinance section 6-15-11-5: Relationship to Special Uses and
Variations (A), (B). He said that (C) ( "Will not be materially detrimental to the public health,
safety and welfare or injurious to property in the district or vicinity where the property is
located ") applied to the neighbors property.
B. Gardner cited the Zoning Administrator's letter granting the zoning variance. She said that
one of the reasons why the zoning variance was granted was because the property with the
addition still conformed to the lot coverage.
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B. Gardner moved that the Commission recommend approval of the variation as meeting the
standards for variation approval. L. Heidt seconded the motion.
Discussion:
G. Halik referred to the Zoning Ordinance section 6-15-11-5 (C), he said the Commission should
respond to that_ B. Gardner amended her motion adding that.it (the zoning variance) would not
be any more injurious than it would be without the variance and they were legally entitled to do.
L. Heidt seconded the amendment. The motion passed as amended unanimously.
B. Gardner moved that the Commission approve the plans with the modification of adding two
windows on the west elevation and that at the time was determine where the windows would go
that C. Ruiz would approve such revisions. M. Girard seconded the motion.
Discussion:
R. Bergfors asked how would he be able to make revisions to the plans submitted for permit. C.
Ruiz said that the architect could reflect the revisions on the same plans already submitted for
permit.
G. Halik amended the motion adding that the Commission approved the proposed work because
it met the all standards for review of construction, including number 5, which addressed the
rhythm of spacing of structures on the street. Noting that the houses in that neighborhood have
tight side yards, making the addition consistent with the neighborhood. L. Heidt seconded the
amendment.
A Sarkisian amended once again the motion by saying that the addition met all the applicable
standards, particularly standards 5 and •10. A Girard seconded the amendment. A. Cothran said
that he was very impressed with the Commission's fairness, The motion passed unanimously .
as amended.
10. 2775 Sheridan Road — One-story addition with wood siding exterior finish to match
existing wood siding on the house, new casement wood windows
Jerome Handler, owner and Morris Kalish, contractor presented plans for a one-story addition at
2775 Sheridan Road. The property is within the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District.
M. Kalish said the project would add a one-story frame addition to the north side of the existing
house, adding 5-feet to the dining room. The only part visible from the street would be the 8-
foot wall that extended to the west that enlarging two bedrooms and adding a sunroom. The
addition would have the same wood siding existing in the house. h1. Kalish said that the
windows would be casement windows, and the doors would wood with glass. The rest of the
house would be remodeled inside.
B. Gardner moved that the Commission approved the plans as presented as meeting the
standards for construction. L. Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
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IV. -OLD BUSINESS
C. Ruiz reported that at the Planing and Development Committee (P&D) meeting of April 1?,
2000, K. Irwin made a good presentation to P &D. He summarized the Commission's report and
alerted P&D members about some inaccuracies made by the opponents on the proposed
Northeast Evanston Historic District, the Preservation Ordinance and the way the Ordinance was
administered. The Evanston Review published on April 13. 2000 the Commission's position .
regarding the nomination. The Evanston Round Table published a condensed version of the
same comments on April 12, 2000.
C. Ruiz said that the opponents to the district went first for about an hour. After a short recess .
the proponents made their case for also about an hour. Then citizens made comments alternating
proponents and opponents. The meeting lasted until 12:30 am. B. Gardner gave additional!
details about the meeting. She highlighted that Alderman Gene Feldman defended the
Commission when an opponent made remarks against the Commission.
B. Gardner said that before the P&D meeting, Alderman Art Newman wanted to cut the distinct
at Lincoln Street. The Northeast Evanston Historic District Association did not support
Alderman Newman's position. K. Irwin as Chair of the Commission had said that the
Commission could not support architecturally either cutting the district. B. Gardner said that
perhaps an attorney had concluded that if the Council cut the district for political reason it might
not be defensible in Court.
J. Deis said that K. Irwin did a fine and even handed job in addressing (in a non -confrontational
way) some of the key points that opponents had brought up such as the questionable credentials
of Commission members. K. Irwin highlighted at the P&D meeting the fact that one,of the -
Commission members is in involved in the engineering of one the World's tallest buildings. and -
who routinely flies back and forth from Singapore to attend Commission meetings.
C. Ruiz said that the information P&D requested from his office showed that his office had
approved since 1996 over 50 percent of the projects. About 40 percent of the projects go to the
Commission. Other information submitted to P&D was how many projects were approved as
presented. B. Gardner said that in 1994 there were 38 projects that came before the Commissim
63 percent were approved as presented, 16 percent were approved with modifications and there
was one denial (3 percent), 5 percent of the applicants were asked to return and 7 percent had
preliminary review only. In -1995, 62 percent were approved as presented, 29 percent were
approved with modifications, 3 percent denial (1 project), and person had to return. In 1996,
there were 68 projects, 66 percent were approved as presented. 13 percent were approved with
modifications, 4 percent were denied (3 projects), and 10 percent had to return. In 1997, there
were 71 projects, 75 percent were approved as presented, I 1 percent were approved with
modifications, 1 percent denied, and 8 percent were asked to return. In 1998, there were 84
projects, 69 percent approved as presented, 18 percent approved with modifications, 1- percent
denial (1 project), and 7 percent returned. In 1999, there were 90 projects, 84 percent approved -
as presented, 13 percent with modifications, and 2 percent (2 denials), and no returns.
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Commission members discussed about cases where the property owner felt the Commissica did
not treat them fairly. L. Heidt said that the Commission should research old newspaper ardcles
and show Alderman the history of preservation in Evanston. B. Gardner said that proponemts for
the district noted at the P&D meeting that some of the properties colored by the opponents as
being opposed to the district were not accurate.
V. NEW BUSINESS
C. Ruiz said that P&D had scheduled another meeting on April 24, 2000 for further discussion
regarding the proposed district. P&D d'uected the City staff to draft a proposed ordinance. If
P&D recommend to City Council in favor of the district, City Council may vote on May 8, 2000.
C. Ruiz said that no further public comment on the proposed district would be accepted by the
City Council.
B. Gardner suggested to Commissioners if they were to talk to Aldermen, that they encourage
them to either vote it up or vote it down and not split the district. She said that if the district was
split and there was a Court challenge and the City looses, that could not come before the Council
again. Where as if the Council voted down the district, in two to three years it could be
presented again.
VI. STAFF REPORT
C. Ruiz said that he did not have a report
VII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
C. Ruiz announced that the next Commission meeting was scheduled on Tuesday, May lb, 2000,
at 7:30 p.m., Room 2403, Evanston Civic Center, Evanston, Illinois 60201.-
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
J. Deis moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:10 p.m. M. Sarkisian seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted:
Carlos D. Ru
Senior Planner/Preservati ordinator
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EVANSTONPRESERVATION,COMM.ISSION,r,.��:,
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 21, 2000
7:30 P.M. - Room 2.103 r r
Civic Center
MEMBERS PRESENT: 'I-leidi Carey, Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner, Michael Girard,
George Halik, Michael Imlay, and Kirk Irwin
MEMBERS ABSENT: Susan Regan and Mark Sarkisian
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OTHERS PRESENT: Mike Radis, George Larson, Janet Tebbenkamp, Lynne Bartlett, D.
Criezis, Susan Criezis, Candus Suppelsa, Paul Janicki, Kay Miller,
Diane Hutchinson, Lynne Raimondo, Steve Knutson, Steve Liska,
Teresa Faridley, Kris Davis, ferric Woytek, Dia Walsh, David
Eischen, John Walsh, Douglas Tweedie, Sherri Butala
PRESIDING:
STAFF:
Kirk Irwin, Chair
Carlos D. Ruiz
I. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk. Irwin, Chair, determined that a quorum was present and called the meeting to order at 7:35
P.m.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the Minutes of February 15, 2000.
Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
Michael Imlay moved to approve the Minutes of March 6, 2000 (Special Meeting). Barbara
Gardner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
III. COMMUNICATIONS
Carlos Ruiz reported to the Commission that there were no communications
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA) ;
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1, 2529 Orrington Avenue —Fence
Kirk Irwin said that the applicants -were not present.
2. 630-32 Davis Street — Ne v signage and a«-ning for Juntba Juice
Kirk Irwin said that this project was not in the original agenda. Carlos Ruiz said that the
applicants (Jamba Juice) are based in Minneapolis. Jamba Juice representatives hai a schedule
conflict and could not attend the meeting. Jamba Juice +vas consequently removed from t+1�.- ' '
agenda. Later the owners of the building at 630 Davis Strect, an Evanston Landmark (the
Chandler's Building) offered to present the proposed awnings and signs for Jamba Juice.
Mike Radis of Davis Street Land Company said that Jamba Juice would be located on the Davis
Street side of the Chandler's Building. Jamba Juice would take the three vwindovws along Davis'
Street (a display window on the east side, a window with their name in the middle and a door and
small display window on the west side). M. Radis said that Jamba Juice would be also taking the
First four windows on the plaza (facing west). M. Radis said that the criteria on the historic part
of building (facing Davis Street) is that there is to be no exterior attachments to the limestone
portion of the building. Jamba Juice would be installing signage behind the glazing on Davis
Street (an illuminated sign that hangs behind the glass and opaque panel that goes on the glass at
the center and another hanging sign at the next pane of glass. NI. Radis said that on the plaza
side Jamba Juice is allowed to install an awning. The awning would be over the first three panes
of glass. The fourth pane of glass is reserved for a future tenant.
Mike Radis said that the criteria for the awnings are the same criteria that were approved for the
Pot Belly's awnings. The Jamba Juice awnings would be with the ends open, with an umbrella
fabric, it has a ballast that has a scallop on it that is in one -foot increments. M. Radis said that
the concept is that all the awnings on the building would look the same in profile. The color
would not be the same. M. Radis showed samples of the fabric and color (yellow) photos of the
signs proposed to hang behind the glass. M. Radis said that the vinyl letters on the windows are
6" high.
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Barbara Gardner asked what color v+as the Pot Belly's awning. Mike Radis said the Pot Belly's
awning is red and green. M. Radis said that a square sign is on the Davis Street side also on the
far west window pane. Mike Radis said that the Jamba Juice signage and awning is consistent
with the Pot Belly's signage and awning.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission approve the signage for Jamba Juice on the
Chandler's Building. George Halik seconded the motion.
Diseussion: Carlos Ruiz said that the proposed signage and awning are also subject to the Sign I
Ordinance. The Commission's approval does not automatically provide approval under the Sign
Ordinance.
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The motion passed unanimously. Vote: eight (8) ayes. zero (0) nays.
3. I221 Greenwood Street — Second -story' addition, new exterior finish",
George Larson, Janet Tebbenkamp, architects and Lynne Bartlett, owner, presented plans for a
second -story addition and new exterior finishes at 1221 Greenwvaod Street. The property is
within the Evanston Ridge Historic District.
Janet Tebbenkamp said the exterior finishes of the addition would match existing exterior
materials of the first floor. Also, the porch was being renovated by removing the aluminum
siding and return to wood siding. Janet Tebbenkamp said that the second -story would be 213
over the first floor.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin asked about the public way on this project. Janet Tebbenkamp said that the main
address is 1221 Greenwood Street, the alley address is 1451 Asbury Avenue. George Larson
said that the fence around the property is part of the George Maher house that had been
demolished.
Kirk Irwin asked if there was any zoning issue. Carlos Ruiz said that according to the
application there was no zoning issue. Carlos Ruiz asked Janet Tcbbenkamp whether the zoning
analysis was completed. She said that there was an issue regarding the placement of an air
conditioning unit. Barbara Gardner asked it'the new windows will match that of the existing first
story. Janet Tebbenkamp said, yes. , ,
Barbara moved that the Commission approve the project as presented as meeting the standards i
for alteration. Lynne I-Icidt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
4. 405 Grove Street - New bay window, replacement of steel windows from prior
remodeling
Applicants not present at this time
5. 814 Ingleside Place - Remove two-story enclosed porch and one-story enclosed
porch (rear), remove brick garage. Add one-story rear addition, new partial two-
story addition, and new two -car underground garage
Dimitri Criezis and Susan Criezis. architects, and Candus Suppelsa, owner presented plans for
removing a two-story enclosed porch and a one-story enclosed porch at the rear, remove the
brick garage, add a one-story rear addition and a new partial two-story addition and build a two -
car underground garage at 814 Ingleside Place. The property is within the proposed Northeast
Evanston Historic District.
Susan Criezis said that the only alteration to the front of the house was the removal of two .,
wrought iron columns, which are not original to the house and replace them with wood round
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columns typical of the 1920s era. The wood details would be painted in off mbite or cream cv-4or.
Susan Criezis said the work to the rear is visible from the alley, a public right of way. Susan
Criezis said that the back of the house has a two-story «nod porch, which is structurally in loud
condition, and much of it is rotting and needs to be replaced. Susan Criezis said that the pordh is
likely to be original to the house. The one-story porch that was probably added after WWII is
stucco and it does not match the rest of the house which is wood. The one-story porch is
structurally unsound.
Susan Criezis said they would like to remove the two-story porch and the one-story porch. The
intent is to create symmetry in the back of the house by building a small second -story additiam
which matches the symmetry of the existing bedroom, and on the first floor build an additiorr
providing a balance to the house. Susan Criezis Said that they would like to reduce the density
on the property by removing the single car garage and put the garage space under ground, four
feet below grade under the addition.
Susan Criezis said that the project would match the existing materials and roofline on the house.
The new windows would match the existing double hung windows with the same muntin pattrm.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin asked if there were any questions from Commissioners. No questions were Asked.
George I lalik moved that the Commission accept the additions to the house as presented as
meeting the standards for alterations. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion. The motion
passed unanimously.
4. 405 Grove Street - New bay window, replacement of steel windows from prior
remodeling
Paul Janicki, architect presented plans for a bay window addition in the back, the north side of
the house, doing some window replacement, and also a Jef ersonian railing on top on the existing
one-story portion of the house at 405 Grove Street. The property is within the Evanston
Lakeshore Historic District.
Paul Janicki passed around updated elevation drawings of the project. lie said the original
rendering showed lavish landscaping. Now the landscaping has been minimized due to cost
constraints, he also said that underneath the belt course there is a brick foundation with applied
stucco; that would be continued around onto a new straight rear stair. The new bay window
would remain as originally designed.
Paul Janicki said that the windows in the kitchen on the east elevation would be double hung
windows the same as the existing windows. Kirk Irwin referring back to the Jef ersonian railing
asked Paul Janicki if he was able to find some documentation of railings that would allow the
Commission site some precedent for the proposed railing. Paul Janicki said there were houses in
the neighborhood with similar railings.
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Barbara G :rdeer moved that the Commission approve the plans presented as, meeting the
standards for alteration. Ilcidi Carey seconded the motion. The motion passed unnuimousib•.
G. 1104 Michigan Avenue - Exterior rehabilitation
Property owner was not present at this time_
7. 607 lake Street - Wrought iron recce requiring zoning variation, new landlscsp-
and N-alkways
Kay Muller representative of the lake Stree'1 Church of Evanston and Diane Hutchinson.
designer presented plans for a memorial garden at 607 Lake Street. The property is an Evanffacm
Landmark.
Diane Hutchinson said that the memorial garden would be set in the back, a«•ay from the streaa.
Because of the existing path for accessibility for the disabled, the memorial Carden requires
another path for access. The memorial garden is intended to be a burial place for people's awes
and also a place for private reflection and prayer. It would be a serene place_ Diane Hutchinson
described that the entrance has arches into the garden, a 4-feet high wrought iron fence with a
double gate will define the garden as a private space. She said that all the sight lines lead inw
the garden. 'lice plant material is a combination of shrubbery, a low hedge, grasses, and low
growing perennials.
Commission's Findings
Kirk lnvin praised the project. lie asked if a person in a wheelchair would be able to see the
plaque. Diane I iutchinson said, yes. Kay Muller said the plaque would be seen from both sides.
Jessica Dcis moved that the Commission accept the project as presented, finding that it meets the
standards for review of alteration. Barbara Gardner seconded the motion.
Discussion: George I lalik asked about any lighting. Diane Hutchinson said there would be IDw
lighting and fourteen path lights about 20 . high. The lights under the trees are existing.
Lighting along the ramp is new.
The motion passed unanimously.
6. 1104 Michigan Avenue - Exterior rehabilitation
Stephen Knutson, Steve Liska, architects and Lynne Raimondo presented plans for rebuilding
and restoration of the house at 1104 Michigan Avenue. The property is an Evanston Landmark
within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Stephen Knutson said that they were before the Commission for a roof permit, now they are
before the Commission to get a permit for interior work on the second and third floor and
exterior work. The second floor sheeting or covering is going to be wood shingles as the
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original. The replacement «-indows: will be Marvin wood windows. Where they ;ere singk l%fiht
windoivs, the multiple light casement windows will be custom made in a mill shop to replicate
the original. S. Knutson said they were making one exception on the south elevation, the thii d
floor gable will have inward opening casement windov s with multiple light pattern, because rbe
double hung window does not allow egress.
Stephen Knutson said on the north elevation there will be a skylight that v.-as there prior to the
fire: He said the reason for the skylight was because the head of the casement windows is at
knee height and they do not provide much natural Iight.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin said that the Commission had reviewed the project before. He asked if
documentation was found. S. Knutson said that they found historic photographs and fabric
(shingles) and only one window was totally destroyed. Steve Liska said that the dormer
windows on the south elevation were completely burned.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission approve the project as presented, finding that it
conformed to the appropriate standards of alteration. Lynne 1-1eidt seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
Commissioners praised the project and those involved with it.
8. 817 Church Street - New storefront windows, doors, restoration of canopy and
signagc
Kirk Irwin recused himself from the review citing conflict of interest with Henckle Engineering.
He asked George Halik to chair the meeting.
Teresa Faridley and Kris Davis %vith City Bank, and Bernie Woytek, architect presented plans for
new storefront windows, doors. and restoration of canopy and slgnage at 817 Church Street. Tie_
property is an Evanston Landmark.
Bernie Woytek said that the building is the old Marshall Field's building built in the 1920s. In
1987 it was redone as a business center, the Evanston Galleria. The area that is being taken by
City Bank is the western most part of the building. The intentions are to clean the masonry
adjacent to the entrances. The bronze on the windows would be cleaned and restored, areas that
are damaged would be replaced to match the existing bronze. The existing glaze is single glaze
clear glass; the plans are for insulated clear glass, The wood doors that are under the existing
canopy, do not meet (requirements), they are very narrow doors, the doors leaves are
approximately 2'4". The existing doors would be replaced with a single door with sidelights
and glass in either side. The existing bronze frame will be kept and refurbished and the new
frame would be set inside the bronze frame incorporating the new door and glazing.
Bernie Woytek said that the existing canopy would be completely stripped down and refurbished
and repainted to match the existing panels above and canopies on the building. The missing - -
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finials will be refurbished. Architect said that they just received the signage requirements for the
unified business center. From what he could tell they are within those requirements. Most of the
additional window signase and mvniris,� signage will not go beyond what the unified business
center is. Window signs are inside the building behind the glazing. The awning signaec and
fixed panel signage match the unified business center and the adjacent tenant in the building.
Bernie Woytek said that below the can-opy they propose a narrow 10" ►►ide sign band with City
Bank logo, and would like to utilize the flag poles for more signage. On the furthest west side,
the existing canvas on the awning woLdd be removed and replace with a canvas type awning to
match those of the adjacent building.
Commission's Findings
Carlos Ruiz asked if the existing wood door was original. Bemic Woytek said, yes. fie added
that they were proposing to replace it with an aluminum and glass narrow style door. He said
that the main reason for replacing the door was that, of the existing four doors none of them meet
ADA or building code requirements. Carlos Ruiz said that he was concerned with the material of
the new doors. Bernie Woyick said the new doors would be dark anodized aluminum windows.
Barbara Gardner said that she believed these were the only original doors left in the building and
that the others are single metal doors.
Carlos Ruiz noted that the signage under canopy was not allowed under the sign ordinance.
Bernie Woytek said that they were preparing for a meeting with the Sign Board on April 13,
2000. Jessica Deis said that the proposed sign under the canopy was very settled and in her
view, it did not change the character of the building in any way.
Carlos Ruiz asked how long would Cite Bank stay in that location. Teresa Faridley said that City
Bank was negotiating a ten-year lease.
George flalik said that hewas concerned with the detail of the original bronze with the
aluminum, how would it read from the street. Bemic Woytek said that the existing bronze was
3.5" or 4" wide and two intermediate mullions about 3.5" wide and G" deep. The aluminum
frame would be 1.5" to 2" aluminum frame. George Halik said there would be a 2" inch setback
of new aluminum relative to the existing bronze, Bemie Woytek concurred with George Halik.
Carlos Ruiz asked if Commission members had an opinion on the proposed projecting sign.
Michael Girard asked if the sign material was fabric. Bernie Woytek said that the sign was an
illuminated box G" to S" wide and I 0"deep, aligned with the perimeter of the canopy.
Barbara Gardner moved that the plans be accepted as presented as meeting the standards for
alteration. Jessica Deis seconded the motion, The motion passed unanimously.
9. 2736 Hartzell Avenue - Wood deck addition and patio
Lynne Heidt recussed herself from the project discussion.
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Dave Eischen, architect and John Dia NN'afsh, property owners presented plans for an addition of
a mood deck and patio at 2736 Hartzell Avenue. The property is an E,.-a=an Landmark.
Dave Eischen said that the wood deck would be of the character of the house and detailing. ,o-ith
a Iarger wood railing. There would be sided wood piers at the comers.
Commission' Findinas
Jessica Deis asked what was happening under the deck. Dave Eischen said that for the moment
it would be open. In response to a question from George Halik, Dave Eischen said that there was
a higher deck portion with a railing and two platforms going; down the upper deck and
surrounded by landscaping. The open railing would define where a person could walk through.
Ile added that there would light fixtures on top of the piers.
Kirk Irwin complemented the design of the deck. Jessica Deis moved that the Commission
approve the project as presented findine that it met the applicable standards of construction..
George Halik seconded the motion.
Discussion: Prompted by a question from the applicants, the Commission members discussed
whether the piers should be brick instead of wood. Dia Walsh said that the suggestion came
from the contractor, as brick is prominent on the west elevation of the house. Commission
members provided feedback in support of the wood piers. They also expressed that masonry
piers would be also appropriate.
Jessica Deis amended her motion, giving the applicants the opportunity to provide an alternative
design with masonry piers, if they so desire, with the stipulation that that design would be
reviewed by staff with the fax review of at least two other members of the Commission. Michael
Girard seconded the amendment. The motion passed as amended unanimously.
10. 619 Colfax Street - Exterior alteration
Douglas Tweedie, architect for Northwestern University presented plans for the exterior
alteration of the building at 619 Colfax, Street. The property is within the proposed Northeast
Evanston Historic District.
Douglas Tweedie said that the building was vacant for about a year. He said that the University,
leases buildings to fraternities. The fraternities are responsible for the maintenance of these
buildings. Douglas Tweedie said that Northwestern University would Iike to bring the building
back on line an use it as a fraternity for an undefined period of time. He said that the University
has a program to renovate or build new fraternity houses on the campus and properties that the
University owns.
Douglas Tweedie stated that the house would be used as an interim facility- so that a fraternity
could move out of their existing place to stay in the house while their original place is renovated
and then they fret move back or go to wherever they would go. He said that the house has
serious exterior and interior problems. The majority of the budget is for bringing the structure to
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finials wiI a refurbished. Architect said that they just received the signage requirements for the
unified basinInS,:!vx
center. From what he could tell they are within thoserequirements. Most ufthe
additional %yisignage and awning signage %%ill not go beyond what the unified busines,-,
center is. Windo signs are inside the building behind the glazing. The awning signage and
fixed panel sig;naze atch the unified business center and the adjacent tenant in the building.
Bernie Woytek said that elow the canopy they propose a narrow 10" wide sign band with City..
Bank logo, and .could lik to utilize the flagpoles for more 'signage. On the furthest west side, :
the existing canvas on the a fining would be removed and,replace with a canvas type awning to
match those of tf-�c adjacent b s 'lding;. '
Commission's Findings /
Carlos Ruiz asked if the existing; waod door was on tnal. Bernie Woytek said, yes. He added
that they were proposing to replace ii \vith an alum num and glass narrow style door. He said
that the main reason for replacing the door ��as t z, of the existing four doors none of them meet
ADA or building; code requirements. Carlos Ru' said that he was concerned with the material of
the new doors. Bernie Woytek said the ne�v d ors .vould be dark anodized aluminum windows.
Barbara Gardner said that she believed the vere the only original doors left in the building and
that the others are single metal doors.
Carlos Ruiz noted that the signage under kanopy iv not allowed under the sign ordinance.
Bernie Woytek said that they were prep ring; for a meeting with the Sign Board on April 13,
2000. Jessica Deis said that the propo ed sign under the canopy %vas very settled and in her
view, it did not change the character W5 the building in." "ny «•ay.
Carlos Ruiz asked how lo/aa
ity Bank stay in that`ocation. Teresa Faridley said that City
Bank was negotiating; a tee.
George Halik said that he rned with the detail of thc�original bronze with the
aluminum, how would it re street. Bernie Wo\lek said that the existingT bronze was3.5" or d" wide and two inmullions about 3.5" wide and 6" deep. The aluminum
frame would be 1.5" to 2"frame. George Halik said there would be a 2" inch setback
of new aluminum relativeting bronze, Bernie Woytek concurred with George Halik.
Carlos Ruiz asked if Co mission members had an opinion on the proposed projecting sign.
Michael Girard asked i the sign material was fabric. Bernie Woytek said that the sign was an
illuminated box 6" to " wide and 10"deep, aligned with the perimeter of the canopy.
Barbara Gardner moGd that the plans be accepted as presented as meetin`' the standards for
alteration. Jessica Geis seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimpusly.
9. 2736 Hartzell Avenue -
Lynne Heidt recussed herself from the project discussion.
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life safety standards. To that effect a sprinkler system would be installed.
Douglas Tweedie said that most of the exterior *.work involved securing the exterior envelom to
that end the masonry would be restored where needed, planters in front. chimne%s in the back,
parapets an so on. He said that the older structure is in better shape than the box like additicm
built in the mid 1960s. Douglas Tweedie said that the exterior would get new windo"s. Tb-
existing windows are beyond repair. The replacement *.windows would look as much as pus3iNe
like the original wood windows. He added that some of the windows are wood clad «induvvs
heavily damaged from the inside. Douglas Tweedie said that in the front of the building the
second -story windows are almost entirely original. The three windows on the west would EL
refurbished. The casement windows on what was apparently an old sun porch facing south cast
would be replaced with casement windows. All the windows on the addition would be replaced
to match the existing; windows.
He said that the third -floor double hung windows on the older building needed to meet egress
requirements and would be replaced with casement windows. Barbara Gardner asked if the new
casement windows would look more like the existing casement windows. Douglas T*.ti'ccdie
said, yes. He added that they would remove other fixtures such as window air conditioning units
to clean the appearance of the building.
Carlos Ruiz asked if the second floor casement windows on the south elevation could be
replaced instead with double hung windows to match the existing double hang windows.
Barbara Gardner said that the proposed casement *.windows would match the first floor casement
windows, which appear to be original.
George Halik moved that the Commission approve the application as presented. Barbara'
Gardner seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
V. OLD BUSINESS
Carlos Ruiz said that there were no old business pending.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
Carlos Ruiz said the City Council set two dates for meetings regarding the nomination for the
Northeast Evanston Historic District. Wednesday. April 12, 2000 would be a Planning and
Development Committee (P&D) special meeting~ All members of City Council were invited to
attend the meeting. The Commission would be given thirty minutes to report back to P&D *.kith
their report. The proponents and the opponents of the district *.mould be given one hour each
respectively. with no rebuttal. The remaining time would be for public comment. The meeting
is from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
On May 8, 2000 at regular meeting, the City Council is expected to vote on the nomination with
no additional comment from the public regarding the nomination of the Northeast Evanston*.
Historic District.
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Kirk Irwin said that Richard Friedman (Special CounseI), Carlos Ruiz and he would prepare a
presentation of the Commission's report. There .would be a prologue to the report that would
explain other issues that had come up since City Council has specifically asked the Commission
to address and that were not allow in the Commission's report. City Council asked the
Commission to elaborate on the performance of the Commission, and also explain the need for
binding authority.
K. Irvin said that he attended two P&D meetings and one City Council meeting. K. Irwin said;
that Tom hichiahon and his supporters signed up for citizen comment. K. In,.in said he also
signed up for citizen comment. K. Irwin said that Evanstonians for Responsible Preservation
(ERP) acknowledged that the Commission's work was within the Preservation Ordinance. ERP
now maintains that there are other preservation related issues that needed to be addressed at the
City Council level. K. Irvin said that meant that ERP would attack preservation as public
policy. K. Irwin said that ERP maintains that they are committed to good public policy and good
preservation policy. K. Irwin said that the Commission has to present its work to City Council
based on the Commission's report and be prepared for the broader issues that are more policy
related.
K. Irwin said that the Commission must present its report to the Council in person. City Council
members want the Commission to allow them to make appropriate decisions at the City Council
level. Kirk Irwin said that R. Friedman did a good job advising the Commission to stay away
from issues not pertinent to the nomination in the Commission's report.
Jessica Deis said that ERP has tried to make issue of the nature of the Commission being an
appointed body and not elected. She said that the Supreme Court was appointed and not elected.
The Commission could address these issues one by one in a positive way.
Barbara Gardner said that she would have liked the Commission write a letter to the Evanston
Review in response to ERP's arguments against the Commission and presentation. She said that
there are many- cases to prove ERP's inaccurate claims about the work of the Commission. K.
Irwin said that CRP also opposes involuntary preservation and advocates for individual rights of
property ownership. J. Deis said that was one of the choices individuals make if they want to
live in a community such as Evanston.
Lynne I teidt said that the preservation community needs strong preservation oriented Aldermen
that would stand by the Preservation Ordinance when attacked. K. Irwin said that Alderman Art
Netivman, current Chair of P&D said at a P&D meeting that he would recognize the
Commission's Chair at P&D meetings every time that would be needed. B. Gardner said that
Alderman Newman supports the work of the Commission and that he had stated publicly that he
never had one complaint from the First Ward about having biding review for historic
preservation.
B. Gardner said that if hlay'or Morton vetoes the Ordinance adopting the Northeast Evanston
Historic District, Alderman Dennis Drummer would not vote for the ordinance. G. Gardner said
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that the history of the preservation ordinance was that Alderman Stephen Engelman guided the
Preservation Ordinance through the City CoEmcil in 1994 and it was voted unanimously. B_.
Gardner said the Commission should write a letter to the Aldermen reminding them that they
voted unanimously to pass the ordinance and if they voted for it then how could they Vnte a:,=Umt
it now.
Lynne Heidt moved that B. Gardner «rite such letter. George Halik seconded the motion and
added that it was a great idea_ B. Gardner believed that the Commission had sat back tou long
trying to be reasonable when in fact the other side was telling lies. She said when people are told
the truth then their comment its that there mil something more behind it.
L. Heidt amended her motion saying that let"L rs should go to the Aldermen and to the Evanston
Review and to the Round Table. G. Halik secx►rtded the amendment.
Discussion: B. Gardner said that the letter(s) should address, from the Commission's
perspective, what is wrong with what the oppi_-nents are saying. K. Irwin said he should sign the
letter as the Chair of the Commission. B. Gar;�ncr said she would be happy to draft the letter. J.
Deis said that the letter should deal with the g_ncral preservation issues.
At this time K. Irvin acknowledged Sherri Bu..aia, observer for the League of Women Voters. S.
Butala said that she had reported the issue at hand during the past year, and from her
observations, the Commission had been very fair and diplomatic.
K. Irwin said that the Commission would be it front of City Council on April 12, 2000, the
Commission will be also writing; a letter not to be published before that date. B. Gardner said
that the letter to the City Council should go before May 8, 2000. Barbara Gardner wondered if
the letter to the Review should be send now to generate support from the Community. The letter
would address factual information. Kirk Irwin agreed clarifying; that there would be a letter to
the City Council and letter to the Review. L. H:idt's motion passed unanimously as amended.
(George Halik left the meeting at this time.)
Other Issues:
K. Irvin reported that the Chicago Architectural Foundation (CAF) asked him to put together an
evening; talk about preservation issues in Evanszzin. He said that the City would like him to do
that after the City Council vote on IMay 8, 2000,
B. Gardner said that if the ordinance creating thi ?northeast Evanston Historic District passes, the
Commission should conduct Sunday architectur_J walks through the district informing and
educating; Evanston citizens. K. Irvin said that CAF has an Evanston tour.
B. Gardner said that once the Commission's work was over, she believed the Commission
members could take a proactive role and get people out to City Council citizen's comment so
that it was not flooded by opponents.
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K. Irwin said that he was also asked to give a talk about the restoration of St. Mark's Church on
Ridge Avenue.
Heidi Carey said that she had seen signs on front lawns on Lincoln Street opposing the historic
district. K. Irwin said that ERP also has a web site. B. Gardner said that the ERP web site rc-IIs
people what to say in citizen's comments.
B. Gardner said that ERP .vas in Winnetka finding out how a preservation ordinance was
defeated. She said that ironically Winnetka has binding appearance review. She suggested rhaf;
it would be good to find out -.%fiat communities have either binding preservation ordinance or
binding appearance review. C. Ruiz said that the City of Evanston does not have a binding
appearance review ordinance.
K. Irvin said that C. Ruiz was putting together data about howv many reviews the Commission
had performed, how many were passed, modified and all variety of responses that abe
Commission has given to the Community. K_ Irwin also reported that Richard Friedman would
be with the Commission through the conclusion of the nomination process.
J. Deis said that she believed that there are still more people for preservation rather than against.
The issue was that the people who are against are well organized, well funded and extremely
vocal. There was nothing that would indicate that the opponents are in the majority.
K. Irvin said that lie was extremely pleased with the way the Commission had conducted itself;
There is a lot of pressure to split the Commission, but the Commission has pulled together in
consensus. K. Irvin complemented all Commissioners for their hard work. L. Heidt said that
she believed that the Commission's report was a little wimpy. She believed that t1w report did
not show an effort to do anything about Milburn Park Place, Sheridan Place and Ingleside Place.
District 6.i:
B. Gardner said that there was a rumor that District 65 has hired Robert Best (Attorney) to begin
taking steps to have the house torn down (1314 Ridge Avenue at Dempster street). They are
saying that the building cannot be repaired because it is a landmark. B. Gardner said that the
Commission should take a proactive stand. She asked what would be the appropriate step to
contact District 65. C. Ruiz said that the Commission's Chair should be the one contacting the
School District. B. Gardner said that Cove School (when redeveloped) had a non -binding
architectural competition that was very successful, unfortunately it was not built" G. Gardner
said the Commission could take a proactive stand to develop something that could bx something
positive at the District's site. Something like Cove School or a planned development.
C. Ruiz cited subsection 2-9-1 (A) and (B) allowing the Commission to take a proactive stand in
terms of historic preservation. B. Gardner said that the Commission has been vm active in the
past regarding educational preservation programs.
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VII. STAFF REPORT
C. Ruiz said the numerous people have visited the City offices to took as all the documentation
generated by the nomination.
K. Irwin said that he would not be available at the next Commission meeting on April 18. 2000.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
With no other business on the agenda K. Irwin moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 p.m.
Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimousfy.
Respectfully Submitted:
Carlos D. Rutz
Senior Planner/Pres at' Coordinator
NOTE: The next Commission meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, April 18, 2000 at 7.30 p.m.,
Room 2403, Evanston Civic Center. Evanston, Illinois 60201.
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EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSION '
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
Monday, March 6, 2000 r,=
8:00 P.M. — City Council Chambers (2,d
Civic Center -- 2I00 Ridge Avenue
MEMBERS PRESENT: Heidi Carey, Michael Girard, George Halik, Lynne Heidi, Michael
Imlay, Kirk Irwin, Susan Regan and Mark Sarkisian
MEMBERS ABSENT: Jessica Deis and Barbara Gardner
OTHERS PRESENT: Richard Friedman (Special Counsel for the City of Evanston),
(members of the audience did not identify thentselvc_ s) and
Bernadette Haupt, Certified Shorthand Reporter.
PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin, Chair
STAFF; i
Carlos D. Ruiz
I. " DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin, Chair, determined a quorum was present through a roll call. He called the meeting to
order at approximately 8:05 p.m.
11. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION
Kirk Irwin said that the purpose of the meeting is for adopting the Commission's resolution and
the report (regarding the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District). He said that a final
copy of the report and the resolution would be distributed to all interested parties within five
business days of this evening.
Kirk Irwin said that Commission members had the opportunity to review the preliminary report
and the resolution. Richard Friedman stated that he was pleasantly surprised by.the proponents
and the opponents of the nomination for their strongly held convictions and articulate
presentations. He said that he was impressed by the Commission and City staff for their work
during the proceedings. K. Irwin thanked R. Friedman.
Kirk Irvin asked if any Commission member would like to make a motion to adopt the
Commission's resolution. Mark Sarkisian moved that the Commission accept the resolution as
presented. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The motion Passed unanimously. Vote: 8
ayes, 0 nays.
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DRAFT NOT YET APPROVED
Kirk Irwin reiterated that the Commission would,be, distributing the final copy of the report
%%ithin five business days.
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Michael Girard moved to adjourn the meeting.., Mark, Sarkisian seconded the motion. The
motion passed nnanimously: Vote:4 ayes,}0 nays:,,) r it')
Note: The ojf "trial transcript of the Preservation Commission March 6, 2000 meeting is
attached herewlkk
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- EVANSTON PRESERVATION CO3LNUSSION
MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 15,2000 fEF�
7:30 P.M. - Room 2403
Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue - Evuaston, Illinois '
MEMBERS PRESENT: Michael Girard, George Halik, Lyn= Heidt, Michael Imlay; Kirk irwm,.
and Mark Sarkisian
MEMBERS ABSENT: Heidi Carey, Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner, and Susan Regari':
OTHERS PRESENT: Marianne Woodward, Kris Grunm Stephen Rciches, Nancy Trimble, -
Frederick Wall, Cyndee Keiser, Marilyn DeBoer, David Haddock; and
Mary McWilliams (other members of the audience were not identified)
PRESIDING: Kirk Irwin, Chair I .
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz
I. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Kirk Irwin, Chair, determined a quorum of six members was present and called the meeting to order at
7:33 p.m. 1),A);1-2
II. 'APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Michel Girard moved to approve the Derrmber 21, 1999 minutes as submitted. Lynne Heidt seconded
the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays .► ` _
Lynne Heidt moved to approve the January 18, 2000 minutes as submitted. Michael Imlay semaded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 6 Ayes, 0 nays.
Ii1. COMMUNICATIONS
Carlos Ruiz reported to the Commission that there were no communications.
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA)
L 734 Monticello Place - Rear Addition
Marianne Woodward, owner, presented plans for a second -story rear addition at 734 Monticello Place.
The property is located within the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District.
Marianne Woodward said that the plans were drawn in June of 1998. She said that the project is to take
the existing one-story addition and build a second floor on top of it- The addition would increase the sire
of the kitchen on the first floor. M. Woodward said that the new addition would follow the architecture
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of the existing addition. The addition would be set back from the exterior sidewalls of the house on both
sides as suggested by Carlos Ruiz.
Commission's Findings
Mark Sarkisian agreed with the setback walls. He said that the existing one-story addition is a clear
appendage to the house and that the new additice should be continued with the same logic of the existing
addition. M. Sarkisian said that a second approach would be to tm. to reflect the architecture of the
house, by carrying the same double hung %vindems and stucco finish. Marianne Woodward said that
installing only double hung windows on the saccvd floor addition would not be desirable. She said that
C. Ruiz also suggested to put a gable roofbn the addition, a suggestion that she liked if the cost was not
significantly more expensive.
George Halik agreed with the suggestion of Dmning the roof around. he encouraged the owner to coasider
doing that with a gable roof. He also agreed with the suggestion to set back the sidewalls of the addition
on both sides. The wood siding of the addition %ould further distinguish the addition from the main
house. G. Halik said the most critical aspects of the addition are the setbacks and the gable roof. The
windows are not as critical because they would clearly distinguish the main house from the addition.
Marianne Woodward said that the gable roof is an economical issue.
George Halik moved that the Commission accept the application because it meets the applicable
standards with the following comments: that both sides of the addition are recessed slightly from the
parallel facades from the existing building, and that the pitch of the roof be reoriented (recommendation).
Also, that Carlos Ruiz be notified in either case so that he can work with the owner. Michael Girard
seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Vote: G ayes, 0 nays.
Carlos Ruiz clarified that the Certificate of Appropriateness would be issued soon alter the actual .11
drawings for permit reflect the Commission's approval.
2. 2101 Harrison Street — Rear alterations
Kris Gruner, owner, presented plans for a kitchen renovation at 2101 Harrison Street. The property is an
Evanston Landmark. K. Gruner said that the back bottom corner of his house is an enclosed old porch;
half of it is a living space, the other half is a walk-up to a mud porch located behind the kitchen. The
project would remove the mud porch and the stairs. Instead, a bay area would be built as part of the
kitchen/dining room area. K. Gruner said that all windows in the back living area would be replaced with
wood windows, which would be consistent with the first floor wood windows. Kris Gruner said that the
foundation of the house is brick, the new foundation would be concrete.
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Kirk Irwin asked itthe finish material on the east elevation was scalloped siding. Kris Gruner said that
in the back and top of the house the finish is shingles, the house bottom part is clapboard siding. K.
Gruner said that the plans show work on the upstairs also, but that part of the plans would not be done_
K. Irwin said that the Commission would look at the whole project, the owner would not have to come
back.
Mark Sarkisian asked about the foundation. K. Gruner said that the existing foundation is made out of
three or four brick piers and to shore up the back of the house they need to pour the concrete foundation.
Michael Girard asked if the foundation would be behind wood siding. K. Gruner said yes. Michael
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Imlay said that the flat roof of the addition is incongruous with the house. M. Sarkmis = clarified thtdt,the
second story already exists and that the proposed project is an extension to the exLzing &3dition. Ourlos
Ruiz said that he suggested the architect considers gable roof. George Halik said 6r Tplication dhus
not include the roof.
Mark Sarkisian moved that the Commission accept the proposed addition at 2101 Harrison Street as'
submitted as it meets the standards for alteration. The motion, seconded by Lynne Flridt_ passed
unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays
3. 715 Milburn Street — Replacement of second story windows
Stephen Reiches, owner, presented plans for the replacement of windows on the second story of dim
house at 715 Milburn Street. The property is within the proposed Northeast Evans= Historic District.
S. Reiches said that he is removing eleven aluminum windows and replacing them with wood w•indutws.
S. Reiches said that Carlos Ruiz was very convincing for using wood windows. KEA h-%in said that:dhe
main issue for the Commission is the front elevation and the side elevations.
Commission's Findings
Kirk Irwin asked about the new window style. Stephen Reiches said that the new windows are doublle
hung windows with no divided lights. S. Reiches asked if the plastic screens are acceptable. Carlos Ruiz
said the window manufacturer offers other kind of screens such as aluminum screens. Mark Sarkisii '
said that screens are removable and th^y are included with the windows. S. Reiches asked how the,gen
copper on the gutters is cleaned. C. Ruiz said that there are cleaning products from ProSoco that pet$saps
could be used for cleaning copper. M. Sarkisian suggested scrubbing and plain water. C. Ruiz
recommended not removing the patina.
Michael Girard moved that the Commission accept removing the aluminum windows and replacing tSem -
with double hung wood windows. Mark Sarkisian seconded the motion. The moticm passed
unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays
4. 2237 Sherman Avenue —Demolition of an existing garage and constroc ion or it new garage
Nancy Trimble, owner, presented plans for the demolition of an existing garage and the construction nfa
new garage at 2237 Sherman Avenue. The property is within the proposed Northe= Evanston Hiswric
District.
Carlos Ruiz said that Ms. Trimble received a letter from the City's Property Standar�.s Division citint a
number of code violations found on her garage. Ms. Trimble replied to the City ind5;.aring that she would
prefer to build a new garage. C. Ruiz said that the City has a standard form application for the
construction of new garages that does not address the preservation standards. C. Ruiz said that he
contacted the contractor and requested drawings more appropriate for the Commissian's review. Thir
contractor has not responded to date. C. Ruiz said that he contacted Ms. Trimble and explained the
situation to her. Ms. Trimble told him that the new garage would match the archit=_airc of the main
house including exterior building materials and roofline.
Nancy Trimble said that she would like to replicate the existing garage, which was built as a chickem
house. The new garage would be 24' x 20' with a hip roof. The house was built in 1998 and the roofed'
the house has five different pitches. The roof shingles on the new garage would mateb the roof shin&-s
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on the house as closely as possible. The siding on the new garage would match the siding of the house,
N. Trimble said that the existing garage has three rear windows with mullions. She said the new garage
would have similar windows. The other difference is that the exiting garage has windows on either side.
The new garage would not have windows on either side.
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Kirk Irwin wondered how the Commission could make sure that h1s. Trimble gets what she wants out of
the garage. Michael Girard said that the drawings on the construction permit application do not . ;,, r• D;,
correspond to the description. Nancy Trimble said that there are some amendments to her contract and
that by looking at the drawings she could not tell the difference. :
Kirk Irwin said that the amendments call for a six and twelve pitch roof. The siding would be vinyl.
Nancy Trimble said that the garage siding would match the narrow vinyl siding of the house. George ;
Halik said that the documents show: the siding width will be changed, the roof pitch is six and twelve,,
three rear windows (no size specified), and the siding is vinyl. Nancy Trimble said that she would.
provide the windows. She asked if the Commission would object to applied muntins on the windows.
Commissioners said that they would not have an objection to applied muntins on the windows for the
garage. N. Trimble said she would like to pour concrete to an open parking area next to the garage. The
Commissioners said that the parking area could be concrete.
George Halik asked if the garage had eaves under the roof. Nancy Trimble said no. Lynne Heidt asked if
there are any gutters for the garage. Nancy Trimble said that the contractor's advice was not to install
gutters. Mark Sarkisian said that the existing garage is of no significance in that it is in bad shape.
Nancy Trimble said that she liked the existing garage because of its charm but it is in bad condition..
Carlos Ruiz said that in the nomination of the Northeast Evanston Historic District, the garage was listed,
as a contributing structure.
Kirk Irwin read numbers I to 5 of the standards for review of demolition. Michael Girard moved that the
Commission accept the demolition of the existing garage and enter in the record the December 15, 1999,,
letter from the Division of Property Standards, which outlines a number of structural deterioration and
degradation of the garage. The proposed demolition of the structure meets the standards for demolition.
Lynne Heidi seconded the motion.
Discussion:
Carlos Ruiz said that the garage is listed in the nomination of the Northeast Evanston Historic District, as
a contributing structure. He said that he would like to clarify that the preservation ordinance states that a
landmark building or contributing structure within a historic district can be demolished as long as it
meets the standards for demolition. The preservation ordinance does not say that by approving the
demolition of a landmark building or contributing structure that it does not have significance, rather it
says that the standards for demolition have been met.
The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Lynne Heidi moved that the Commission allow the new garage to be constructed as it meets the
standards of construction. The garage would be 20' wide x 24' deep, six to twelve roof pitch, roof
shingles similar to the house, replicating three windows on interior elevation with applied muntins, and
horizontal vinyl siding to match vinyl siding of the house. Michael Girard seconded the motion. The; ..,
motion passed unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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5. 1138 Sheridan Road - Front and rear facsdes alterations
Frederick Wall and Cyridee Keiser, owners, presented plans for front and rear alterations to the house at
1138 Sheridan Road. The property is within the Evanston Lakeshore Hist vic District. ' F. Wall said that
the project consists of installing a railing over the front porch area. fie said that the drawings originally
showed a metal railing, however, Carters Ruiz suggested a wood balustrade to go along with the columns
of the porch. Also, plaster or stucco arches would be put over the second iaary windows to match the
arches over the windows on the first floor.
Cinder Keiser said that the arches suggestion came from Scott Javore, are err charct who is a member of
the preservation commission in Glcncoe, and does a lot of worm on historic horrres. Scott Javore thought
that the second story windows looked strange without the arches. Also, a inscco contractor from Oak
Park who also works on historic homes, told them that the arches were prcbabt}- therc before and
perhaps were stuccoed over when the arches were in disrepair. F. Wall said that the stucco contractor`
showed him where the arches actually were.
Cindee Keiser said that at the rear of the house they have a one -car garage 3c+or, and a winding steep '
driveway, that it does not allow one to get a car into the garage. The garage can hold four cars.
Frederick Wall said that the severe curve in the alley would be straightened and two garage doors would
be installed. C. Keiser said that supposedly the house has five additions and that the office area over the
garage was the latest addition. The office windows have nothing to do with the house and they do not
open. The office does not have ventilation. They would like to remove those windows and put new
windows that would match the existing windows on the house.
Commission Findings
Lynne Heidt said that she was very familiar with the house and believed that the proposed work would
not only add value but also improve the livability of the house. She said than she would like to move'for
approval of the pmjcct. Mark Sarkisian said he had some questions before a motion is placed.
Mark Sarkisian said that the metal railing over the porch was more approprLuc than the wood railing as
shown on the front elevation. Kirk Irwin agreed with M. Sarkisian. Frederick Wall said that he had in
mind two posts, one at each corner, similar to the columns below, and curved balusters in between. F.
Wall said that the wrought iron railing is more characteristic of Mediterranean style, the house is a
Georgian.
Mark Sarkisian said that he was also concerned with the arches above the windows on the front facade.
He wondered if the arches should be carried over the windows of the sides of the house. He also said
that the scale of the arches on the first floor seemed to be smaller than the proposed arches on the second
story. 'Michael Girard noted that the keystones on the arches were not in alignment.
George Halik said that carrying the column design over the balustrade would be inappropriate and it
would change the look of the house. He suggested keeping the general proportion and strength of tee
original house and adding the railing in a way that is subordinate to the original house. The porch should,
be the dominant feature. Carlos Ruiz said that by building code the spacing between the balusters should'
not exceed 4" and the height of the railing should be 36" minimum. Lynne Heidt thought that perhaps '
originally there was a railing because the French door on the second floor opens over the porch.
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Mark Sarkisian asked how everybody felt about the arches over the second story windows. C. Ruiz said
he was also concerned about the arches, especially if there were no arches originally. Cindee Keiser said
that she thought there was enough evidence that the arches were there originally.
Mark Sarkisian moved that the Commission Accept the project at 1138 Sheridan Road. With regard to
the proposed modification including the railing, plaster arches over the second story windows as well the
modifications to the rear of the house including the two -car garage, with the contingency that the final
railing design be submitted to staff for review as well as three Commission members. Michael Girard .
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 n3ys.
6. 829 Ridge Terrace — Removing existing screen porch, build a one-story addition to house,.
new cellar beyond one-story addition, adding storage room to garage and replacing of_
existing fence (all work requires zoning variance)
Marilyn DeBoer and David Haddock. owners, presented plans for removing an existing screen porch,
building a one-story addition to the house, building a new cellar beyond the one-story addition and
replacing an existing fence with a new masonry fence at 829 Ridge Terrace. The property is within the
proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District. Carlos Ruiz said that the proposed work requires zoning
variance.
M. DeBoer said that the lot is very small. D. Haddock said, instead of two lots, the original property was
subdivided into three smaller lots. M. DeBoer said that their alley is Central Street, even though the front
yard is considered to be on Central Street. M. DeBoer said that a lot of people in their street have the
zoning problems, referring to the lot coverage and front yard setbacks.
Commission's Findings
,Kirk Irwin asked if the windows for the addition are triple windows. David Haddock said that the
elevation drawings show triple windows, but they had not settled in the design yet. K. Irwin asked if the
garage would be rebuilt. Marilyn DeBoer said no. 'lhe garage is very narrow and the storage room,
would allow more space to open vehicle doors inside the garage. George Halik said that the addition to
the garage was a good idea. M. DeBoer said that an existing tree would be saved.
Kirk Irwin read Section 6-15-11-5 (A), (B) and (C) of the Zoning Ordinance requiring the Preservation
Commission make an advisory review for the proposed variance. Kirk Irwin said that the proposal meets;
the three regulations. He also said that the addition meets the standards for alteration. K. Irwin said that
the existing fence is being replaced with a better 6' tall masonry fence.
Mark Sarkisian said that the Commission is primarily concerned with the design details and the materials.
Mark Sarkisian moved that the Commission recommend approval of the variance to the Zoning Board of
Appeals as it meet`s Section 6-15-11-5 (A), (B) and (C) of the Zoning Ordinance, for the proposed work
on the property at 829 Ridge Terrace. George Halik seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Michael Girard moved that the Commission accept the proposal for alterations to the structure at 829
Ridge Terrace (a one-story addition to the house, the construction of a cellar, addition of a storage room ;
to the garage and new masonry fence), as it meets standards for review of alterations (item I) as
proposed. George Halik seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays..
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V. OLD BUSINESS
Kirk Irwin asked Carlos Ruiz if there was any old business. Carlos Ruiz said no. K. Invin said he hwd an
item under old business. He said he would like tei enter in the record a resolution of thanks to the
Commission's former Chair Jessica Deis for her contributions to the Commission. Jessica Doris �,ccncd as
Chair for three straight years. K. Irwin said that Jessica Deis set an example to all Commissionem by the
way she presented herself in public, with gracefulness and conciseness. All Commissioners agrcvd v.iah
K. Irwin's statement.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
Kirk Irwin announced that the Commission will bold a special meeting on Monday, March b, 2000 at
8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The Commission will consider a resolution recommending that
the City Council designate the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District as an Evanston Historic
District. The resolution will be accompanied by the Commission's report on its findings about the
nomination for designating the proposed district as an Evanston Historic District, the public hearing and
testimony, as well as all written documents submitted in the record.
Kirk Irwin said that the Commission's report would be 7 to 10 pages long, plus appendices with the
proposed district boundary map and the list of contributing and noncontributing structures. K. Irwin
acknowledged Mary McWilliams. M. McWilliams thanked the Commission for a job well done during
the public hearing for the proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District.
Lynne Heidt asked what would happen afler the Commission's resolution, if adopted. K. Irwin said that
the Commission has five business days to transmit the resolution and report to the City Council. The
Planning and Development Committee of the City Council (P&D) would consider the matter first. Lynne
Heidt asked if Commission members could attend the P&D meeting. Kirk Irwin said that he would be at
the P&D meeting. George Halik said that the Commission would continue its impartial role as a
Commission.
VII. STAFF REPORT
Carlos Ruiz said that there was not a staff report.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carlos Ruiz announced that the next Commission meeting is Tuesday, March 21, 2000, Room 2403.
Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue, at 7:30 p.m.
IX ADJOURNMENT
The Commission adjourned at 9:20 p.m. with no further business on the agenda.
iRcspectfiuli Submitied:
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Senior PlannerlPreserva ion Coor inator
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EVANSTON PRESERVATION COMMISSION '
I%IEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, January 18, 2000 `
7:30 P.M. - Room 2403
Civic Center
MEMBERS PRESENT: Heidi Carer•, Jessica Deis, Barbara Gardner, Kirk Irvin, Susam
Regan`and ;%iark' Sarkisian
MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael Girard, George Halik, and Michael imlar '
OTHERS PRESENT:. Jacob Lassner, Richard Rasmussen, Steve Knutson, Steve Lipka; .
Stanley Parzen, Rosemary Sharp, Greg Nowesnick, Charles Lcc,:
Ms. Hohman, Rick Metzner, and Ann McMahon (other mermbi rs
of the audience did not identified themselves)
PRESIDING: Jessica Deis, Chair (1999)
Kirk In,%in, Chair (2000)
STAFF: Carlos D. Ruiz
OTHER STAFF: Marc Mylott ; "1 ` ' : • `'
I. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Jessica Deis, Chair (1999), determined a quorum was 'present and called the meeting id order of
7:32 p.m.
1I. ELECTION OF PRESERVATION COMMISSION OFFICERS FOR YEAR 2000
Jessica Deis asked Barbara Gardner, a nomination committee member, to name the Commission
members nominated to serve as the Commission officers for the year 2000. B. Gardner narned
Kirk Irwin as Chair, Mark Sarkisian as Vice -Chair, and George Halik as Secretary. B. Gardner
moved that the Commission elect Kirk In, -in as Chair, Mark Sarkisian as Vice -Chair, and George
Halik as Secretary for the year 2000. Lynne Heidt seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanitnously.
Jessica Deis passed on the Chairmanship to Kirk ]twin.
I11. MINUTES
Kirk Irvin, Chair (2000) asked Carlos Ruiz if tiie December 21,1999'm4ke' s vrere available: C.
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Ruiz said that he had completed the December 21, 19.99 minutes and that Commission members
will receive the minutes in the mail for approval in the next Commission meeting.
IV. COMMUNICATIONS
Carlos Ruiz reported to the Commission that there were no communications
V. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Review and Technical Assistance Committee (R&TA) .
1. 2111 Orrington Avenue — Screened -porch addition i i t
Jacob Lassner, owner, and Richard Rasmussen, architect presented plans for a screened -porch c
addition at 2111 Orrington Avenue. The property is within the proposed Northeast Evanston
Historic District.
Kirk Irwin asked Carlos Ruiz if the proposed project falls under alteration or construction
review. C. Ruiz said the project is subject to alteration and construction review. K. Irwin asked
C. Ruiz about the issue of the zoning variance request regarding the rear lot setback. C. Ruiz
said that Marc Myiott; Zoning Planner was present and available to answer zoning questions
from the Commission.
Richard Rasmussen said the proposed screened porch addition has a connector with a flat roof to
the octagonal library. R. Rasmussen said that design "A" is the original design and that design
"B" is addressing the roof compatibility standard. Kirk Irwin asked about the required setback
from the rear yard. R. Rasmussen said that the required setback is 30', the proposed setback is
4'. Jacob Lassner said that the house was built so that it does not have a back yard. J. Lassner
said that the house should have been built facing Garrett Place rather than Arrington Avenue.
Barbara Gardner asked if there is a lot coverage issue with the addition. Richard Rasmussen said
no. B. Gardner asked how far the screened porch would be from lot line and the house of the
neighbors to the south. R. Rasmussen said approximately 11 % 4" to the lot line, and about 16' to
the house. B. Gardner asked Jacob Lassner if he had talked to the neighbor to the south_ J.
Lassner said yes, he added that his immediate neighbor to the south (2103 Orrington Avenue)
was present in the audience.
The owner of 2103 Orrington Avenue said that her husband and she were adamantly opposed to
the zoning variance. She said the screened porch would impede their sight line and the variance
would bring the screened porch into their house.
Jessica Deis asked Jacob Lassner if the proposed side yard setback is within the zoning
requirement. J. Lassner said yes. He added that there are evergreens in that side of his property.
The owner of2103 Orrington Avenue said that their windows overlook the evergreens. Mark
Sarkisian asked about finishes for the screened porch. Richard Rasmussen said that the sere -ea
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would be a wood structure with wood trim and screens. M. Sarkisian asked if the _screened porch
would be winterized. R. Rasmussen said no. He added that his client is allemic to Ix -es. J&.aob
Lassner said that he believed that he was sympathetic to his neightxirs. He said that he looks
down from his bedroom window to the library roof, which is higher than the prop�tsed-scut W
Porch roof. He added that he was not sure if the screened porch would block the view of his
neighbor's window. Barbara Gardner asked if there was any way to lower the screened porch to
the ground or have removable screens and roof. Richard Rasmussen said that the kktagon shape
of the library makes it difficult to tie in with other kind of structure.
Barbara Gardner asked how far off the ground is the top of the link between the library and the
screened porch. Richard Rasmussen said that the top of the link is about I V high. Mark
Sarkisian asked R. Rasmussen about the bottom of the screened porch. R. Rasmussen said that
they would like to put a skirt around the bottom of the porch. He added that there is a hedge in
front.
Lynne Heidt said that she was sympathetic to the neighbor to the south, but she did not think the
proposed addition would be so close to the neighbors to the south. The owner of 2103 Orrington
Avenue said that they bought their house thinking that there was so much space between houses.
She said that now the screened porch would be at their doorstep. The owner of 2103 Orrington
Avenue said that there is a reason for the variance and that is the required setback for the rear lot
line. Lynne Heidt asked if the neighbors to the east object to the proposed -screened porch.
Jacob Lassner said no.
Kirk Irwin said that the Zoning Ordinance requires that the Commission consider three criteria:
(A) Is necessary andlor appropriate in the interest of historic preservation so as not to
adversely affect the historical architecture or aesthetic integrity of the landmark or
character of local historic districts; or
(B) Is necessary to provide the owner a recoverable rate or return on the real property where
the denial thereof would amount to a taking of the propero� withour just compensation,
and
(C) Will not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety and ive fare or injurious to
property in the district or vicinity it -here the property is located.
Carlos Ruiz asked to Kirk Irwin to also read the introductory paragraph of section 6-15-10-5:
Relationship to special uses and variations:
Kirk Irwin read:
Whenever an application is made for a special use or variation relating to an historic landmark. ,
or a property located in a Federal or local historic district, the application shall be referred to'
the Preservation Commission that shall have the authority to make its recommendations to the
appropriate decision -making body relating to lot coverage, yard requirements, parking. building
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height, fences, andlor landscaping based upon its determination as to whether the special irse or
variation:
Barbara Gardner said that the Commission would be making a recommendation to the Zoning
Board of Appeals. Kirk Irwin said that the variance is for the 4' rear lot setback. Kirk Irwin -said
that the Commission could not comment on the issues brought by the property owner of 2103
Arrington Avenue, because the south yard setback is within the zoning requirements.
Marc Mylott said that the property owner of 2103 Orrington maintains that the proposed porch
would not come to her common lot line if the 30' setback is applied, because there would not be
place for the proposed condition. Kirk Irwin asked M. Mylott if the library addition did set
precedent for the Commission's review. M. Mylott said no. He added that it does not establish a
new rear setback for the entire property. Carlos Ruiz said that 2111 Orrington is within the
proposed Northeast Evanston Historic District. The Commission's recommendation to the '
Zoning Board of :appeals should include the preservation issues as well as the zoning issues.
Barbara Gardner said that the Zoning Ordinance sets up the Commission's review for the
proposed historic district and the existing federal historic district.
Barbara Gardner asked if a motion is made to deny recommendation to the Zoning Board, does
the Commission still have to act on the preservation issue. Carlos Ruiz said yes. He added the
Commission's findings are only a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mtge
Mylott said that if the Commission would rule on the preservation issues first, it is almost a mute
point whether or not the Commission makes a recommendation to the zoning board of appeals,
because the applicant needs both approvals. B. Gardner said that the Commission could approve'
the addition but not recommend the variation. Marc Mylott agreed. B. Gardner said that from
the academic standpoint one could say that the design meets the (preservation) standards, but one
is not recommending to the Zoning Board the variation. The Zoning Board could then choose to
do whatever they want to.
Carlos Ruiz asked Marc Mylott to clarify if the applicant needs approval from the Commission
of the Certificate of Appropriateness for the addition and a recommendation for approval for the
zoning variation. 11. Mylott said the applicant needs the approval of the Certificate of
Appropriateness from the Preservation Commission and the approval of the zoning variance
from the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Marc Mylott suggested that the Commission act on the preservation issues and on the zoning
issues. He said that the Commission might not approve the addition because one particular
standard was not met, but the applicant could revise its design and resubmit the project for
preservation review. This matter in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals could then be
continued until such revisions arc made and resubmitted to the Preservation Commission for
approval.
Mark Sarkisian asked to address the issue of design for the proposed -screened porch. He said
that option "B" which presents a roof line similar to the library addition seemed to be the
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preferred option for the Commission. Commission members agreed. Jacob Lassner iiid thst it
was difficult to appreciate the roofline on option "A" on two-dimensional drax%ings,
Susan Regan said that she had difficulties with the basic design of the proposed addition. She
said that the proposed addition has more to do with the open space than Zoning. The open spwx
would be affected by the new addition. S. Regan said that the house is so elongated now and the
proposed addition would exacerbate that even more. Jacob Lassner urged Commission men*ers
to took at photographs, which provide a different angle than the elevation drawings. Jessica Deis
said that the Commission members have a good understanding of the two-dimensional
representation versus the three-dimensional appearance of the building.
Kirk Irwin said that one of the big issues is how much space is required in between house to
maintain the integrity of that street. Barbara Gardner referred to standard 1 for review of
alteration: "Every reasonable effort shall be made to adapt the property, structure, site or object
in a manner that requires minimal alteration ofthe propero,. structure, site or object and its
environment. " B. Gardner said that the first addition (the library) altered the house a fair
amount, adding to it another ib' just exacerbates it and in her opinion the proposed screened
porch it is not a minimal alteration at this point. Jacob Lassner suggested Commission members
to visit his neighborhood and see how other additions to houses have changed the configuration
of those houses. He said that the Iot is 120' deep.
Kirk Irwin read standard 2 for review of alteration.• "The distinguishing original qualities or
character of a property, structure, site or object and its environment shall not be destroyed. The
removal or alteration of any historic material or distinctive architectural features shall be
avoided when possible. " Heidi Carey said that standard 2 did not apply. Barbara Gardner said
that it already happened with addition of the library and that is why is considered a non-
contributing structure. H. Carey said that standards I and 9 would apply. B. Gardner said
standards 3 and 5 would not apply. K. Irti-in read standard 10: "Whenever possible, nest,
addition or alterations to structures and objects shall be done in such a manner that if such
additions or alterations were to be removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the
structure would be unimpaired. " K. Irwin said that standard 10 would apply.
Kirk Irwin said that to him the issues are how much space to leave in between houses, what are
the responsibilities of the Commission and how those responsibilities are. Barbara Gardner said
that the map with the footprint of buildings showed the house to the south of 2111 Orrington
Avenue built right to the north lot line; the house at 2111 Orrington Avenue runs from Garret
Place to the north to the southern. Lynne Heidt said that three or four houses south of 2111
Orrington Avenue the houses are close to each other, the Commission would not be destroying
the character of the neighborhood by allowing the applicant build the structure within their south
lot line. A member of the audience (not identified) said that neighbors are present to preserve the
character of the historic district.
Kirk Irwin referred to the standards for review of construction. He read standard 1. Height:
"Height shall be visually compatible with properties, structures, sites. public ways. objects and
places to which it is visually related. " Jessica Deis said that the proposal meets standards 1.
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Kirk Irwin referred to standards 2. Proportion of Front Farade; he said that the Commission
addressed this standard while revie%%zng the design; standard 3. Proportion of Openings, he said
that the proportion of openings in the proposed addition is consistent with the existing house_
standard 4. Rhythm of Solids to Voids in Front Facades. K. lr►vin said that it refers to the
building itself, standard 5. Rhythm of Spacing and Structures on Streets: "The relationship of'a
structure or object to the open space between it and adjoining structures or objects shall be
visually compatible with the properties, structures, sites, public ivq s, objects and places to
which it is visually related. " Lynne Heidt referred to the map and showed the third and fourth
houses south from 2111 Orrington Avenue and the houses across the street: she said that the size
of the house at 2111 Orrington Avenue is very consistent with the size of those houses. Ly=e
Heidt paraphrased standard 9 for review of alteration: "Contemporary design of alterations and
additions to existing properties (in her own words seemed close together across the street and the
third and fourth house south), shall not be discouraged when such alterations and additions do
not destroy significant historic, cultural, etc.
Barbara Gardner suggested lowering the proposed -screened porch. Richard Rasmussen said it
would impossible to do that because a landing would be required for the exit door. Susan Regan_
disagreed that a design alternative would be impossible.
Lynne Heidt moved that the Commission accept plan "B" as proposed, based on standard 9 (for
review of alteration) "Contemporary design of alterations and additions to existing properties
shall not be discouraged when such alterations and additions do not destrov significant historic,
cultural, architectural or archaeological material, and such design is compatible with the size,
scale, color, material and character of the property, neighborhood or enviromnent. " L. Heidt
said that she based her motion on walking the neighborhood, referring to the reap a looking the
houses across the street and in the block, %hich seemed to be built from lot line to lot line. Mark
Sarkisian seconded the motion.
Discussion:
Mark Sarkisian referred to the proposed skylights in plan "B" and recommended not include
skylights as pan of the screened -porch. Jessica Deis said that the skylights are not %isible from
Orrington Avenue. Ms. Hohman o Amer of 632 Garrett Place, said that she and other neighbors
were very concerned with the proposed addition. The motion carried: 4 ayes, 3 nays.
Kirk Irwin read the Zoning Ordinance Section 6-15-10-5: Relationship to special uses and
variations:
"Whenever an application is made for a special use or variation relating to an historic
landmark or a property located in a Federal or local historic district, the application shall be
referred to the Preservation Commission that shall have the authority to make its
recommendations to the appropriate decision -making body relating to lot coverage, yard
requirements, parking, building height, fences, and/or landscaping based upon its determination
as to whether the special use or variation:
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(A) Is necessary and/or appropriate in the interest of historic preservation so tic mu ro tnAvr r7y
affect the historical architecture or aesthetic integrity, of the landmark or character aflo4=7
historic districts; or
(B) Is necessary to provide the owner a recoverable rate or return on the real properj�v wheat the
denial thereof would amount to a taking of the property without just rompensation; and
(C) Will not he materially detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare or injurious to
property in the district or vicinity where the property is located.
Kirk Irwin said the motion would be for a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for
the variance of the east side of the property. He referred to the staff comments of Zoning
Division Staff Report (dated December 17, 2000)
Carlos Ruiz said that the Zoning staff report is not a recommendation to the Zoning Board of
Appeals for approving the zoning variance, but the Zoning staff is asking the Zoning Board of
Appeals to consider certain conditions if they choose to grant the zoning variance. Marc Mylott
concurred with C. Ruiz.
K. Irwin read the Zoning Ordinance Section 6-15-10-5: Relationship to special uses and
variations (A) as stated above. He said that if one voted earlier in favor of the design that he
would imagine one would determine that (A) is in compliance. Barbara Gardner disagreed. She
said that (A) encompasses not only how the addition would affect the main building but also the
historic district. She said that the first addition (the library) was built before any regulation
(preservation review) was in place, but one should not exacerbate a problem that already exists.
Kirk Irwin read the Zoning Ordinance Section 6-15-10-5: Relationship to special uses and
variations (B) as stated above. Commissioners agreed that (B) did not apply. Lynne Heidt asked
if one could argue that if a person could not enjoy the outdoors because of being allergic to bee
stings, this may be a reason to look favorably to the zoning variance. Jessica Deis said that there,
are other ways to design the structure.
Kirk Irwin read the Zoning Ordinance Section 6-15-10-5: Relationship to special uses and
variations (C) as stated above. Commissioners agreed that (C) did not apply.
Marc Mylott asked if the Commission has to determine that all standards for preservation review
have to be in compliance. Irk Irwin said no. He added that the Commission would review only
the standards that are applicable. Barbara Gardner asked what if one of the applicable standards
is not met by the application. Carlos Ruiz said that the Commission has the discretion to make a
final decision based on the merits of the application. Mark Sarkisian said that the issue is if that
object (screened -porch) in its context would affect the integrity of the district as it relates to the
zoning ordinance. Jessica Deis said that she is very familiar with the neighborhood. She said
that the house at 2111 Orrington Avenue is the only house within a block that tends to rumble on
for the entire 120' width of the lot, as such, with its present addition (library) it is an anomaly in
the neighborhood, and the proposed screened -porch makes it more so.
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Lynne Heidt said that the people who are opposed to the proposed Northeast Historic District are
making the argument that because there is a house here and there, does not it conform to a notion
of architectural excellence, it undermines the whole district. She said that one buys into thw or
does not buy into that. Marl: Sarkisian said that the proposed screened -porch is not an enclosed
structure and there are no plans to make it an enclosed structure. The structure could easily be
taken down and there is an attempt to reasonably deal with the scale. He said is not a good
situation but the Commission should consider if is it that much of an issue.
Barbara Gardner said that she thinks that the proposed addition does affect the houses that are•
around it. She said that if the octagonal addition would have come to the Commission for
approval, it might not be approved because it does not fit the house or the neighborhood, boat it is
there. Barbara Gardner asked does one exacerbate the situation. She said that the screened -
porch would affect not only the house to the south but also the houses across the street. Jacob
Lassner said he disagreed with the comments regarding the octagon addition. He added that at
the time of the proposed construction of the octagon neighbors were notified and no one
objected.
Susan Regan said that this is an open space issue, and that this is not a request for a small
variation but a variation for 26' for the rear yard. She said it is an unusual lot because it is a
corner lot, and that is a more reason why the rules should be respected. Susan Regan said that
regarding the issue of aesthetics, the screened -porch is a strong geometric form, even with the
hip roof. She said that the screened -porch increases the power of library addition and how those
two relate to the original house. Susan Regan moved to recommend to the Zoning Board of
Appeals that the zoning variance not be approved, based on item (A) as to its appropriateness to
the nature of the aesthetics of the historic district. Zoning Ordinance Section 6-15-10-5:
Relationship to special uses and variations. (Marc Mylott said that the current Section is 6-15-11-
5. Kirk Irwin asked that the minutes reflect that correction). Barbara Gardner seconded the
motion. The motion carried. Vote: 4 ayes, 3 nays.
2. 1318 Hinman Avenue - Three new wood clad windows on north elevation.
Replacement of window on south elevation with tall double hung window to match
adjacent window
Stephen Knutson and Steve Liska, architects, presented plans for installing three new clad
windows on the north elevation and replacement of a window on the south elevation with a tall
double -hung window to match adjacent window at 1318 Hinman Avenue. The property is
within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Stephen Knutson said that they would like to change a window on the north side of the house and
another window on the south side of the house. The windows would be clad windows to mat h
existing windows with an eyebrow top to match existing eyebrows. S. Knutson stated that they
are adding a double window, replacing a single window with a double window on the north side,
and replacing a small window high in the wall with a longer double -hung window on the south
side. S. Knutson said that the house originally was an Italianate Cottage.
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Commission's Findings:
Jessica mowed that the Commission approve the project as presented b=ussc it is in agrceroent
with the Standards of Review for Alteration. Heidi Caney seconded the motion.
Discussion:
Mark Sarkisan asked Stephen Knutson about the windows. S. Knutson said that the -*%indows are
Pella clad windows throughout the house and that they would use the same_ The motion carried .
unanimously.
3. 1104 Michigan Avenue - Demolish entire 3rd floor roof because of fire damage.
Restore exterior to previous state before the fire ,
Steve Knutson, Steve Liska, architects, and Stanley Parzen, owner presented plans for the
demolition of the roof and construction of a new roof to match the old roof. S. Knutson said that,
a fire destroyed almost the entire roof. S. Knutson said that the roof drawings were not done yet;:.
and that they have the intention to form the roof exactly the same as the original. S. Knutson
stated that three windows on the second floor were des=yed, all remaining windows on the third
floor would be replicated from existing windows. S. Knutson said they intend to replicate the
roof and the trim.
Commission's Findings:
Kirk Irwin said that the applicant has the intention to replicate the shape of the roof and
everything else as close as possible to the condition of the house prior to the fire. Stephen
Knutson said that they were getting close to finishing the drawings for the roof.
Carlos Ruiz said that he knows Stephen Knutson professionally, he has consistently been a
strong architect, not only with preservation projects but also throughout the City. C. Ruiz, asked
if the Commission would authorize a Commissioner with architectural background and himself
to work with S. Knutson to complete the restoration of the house. Jessica Deis agreed with C.
Ruiz; she stated that S. Knutson has come in front of the Commission many times and that the
Commission is familiar with his work. J. Deis stated that fortunately no one was hurt in the fire,
J. Deis said that the Commission would do anything to help the owner move ahead. She added
that everything that S. Knutson proposed for the restoration of the house was in keeping with the ,
standards.
Stanley Parzen said that the second floor was destroyed4 the first floor does not have water
damage, but he said that it is extremely important to put a roof over the house. All
Commissioners agreed.
Jessica Deis moved that the Commission allow staff to work with Stephen Knutson to do
whatever the Preservation Commission can do to expedite the construction of the house. Heidi
Carey seconded the motion.
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would be provided with more natural lighting by adding a band of three windows. G. Nowicsaicl
said that on the north elevation the existing vent would remain in some fashion.
Greg Nowesnick said that on the east elevation, facing the rear yard, there is a potpourri of
window sizes and placements. They would like to introduce some organization to that fagade;
much like the %vsL north, and south elevations. The existing windows on the first floor are ' '
rotted. The new windows would be Marvin windows, single pane with an energy panel. Many
of the existing windows have the Windstrom brand aluminum triple -track glass and screen unit.
The storm unit is heavy gage aluminum.
Commission's Findings:
Kirk Irwin asked about the exterior materials. Greg Nowesnick said that the cedar shingle would
be matched, and stained to match the adjacent shingles. The same mold trim would be used
around the windows with standard Marvin window units. G. Nowesnick said that on the cast
elevation a window with a diamond pattern would be introduced, which is evident in the dining
room, living room, and second floor stair landing. The rear deck would have the full cedar
shingle skirting, 2" x 2" balustrade with the railing_
Jessica Deis said that the presentation package was easy to understand. She said that the
Commission's main considerations are: matching the materials, the window openings and the
addition of the porch. J. Deis stated that the rhythms of the openings, and the minimal alterations
have addressed all the appropriate standards. J. Deis moved that the Commission approved the
project as presented. Susan Regan seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
V. OLD BUSINESS
630-632 Davis Street - Approval of staff report regarding the completion of The Chandler's
Building rehabilitation (an Evanston Landmark)
Carlos Ruiz said that a few months ago 630-632 Dais Street (The Chandler's Building) was
designated as an Evanston Landmark. Since then the property owners completed the restoration,
rehabilitation and alteration of the landmark building. C. Ruiz said that the building is now
occupied with offices and retail shops. He said that one of the motivations of the building
owners to restore the Chandler's Buildings was obtaining a "Class L" classification with the
Cook County Assessor's Office. Class L classification would allow the building owner to obtain
a tax assessment reduction on the building.
Carlos Ruiz read, for the record, the report regarding the completion of the Chandler's Building
rehabilitation:
"On March 16, 1999, the Evanston Preservation Commission reviewed and approved an
application for a Certificate of Appropriateness far the rehabilitation and alteration of
630-632 Davis Street (The Chandler's Building, an Evanston Landmark On October 13,
1999, Carlos Ruiz, Senior Planner/Preservation Coordinator, conducted an inspection at
630-632 Davis Street of the following
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Discussion:
Carlos Ruiz said that once everything is taken care of regarding the reconstruction of the rm-%f.
that if any changes occur, those changes be reviewed by the Commission when necessary.
Jessica Deis amended her motion to add the comment made by C. Ruiz as stated above.
Stephen Knutson said that they intend to come back in front of the Commission. Heidi Carey
seconded the amendment to the motion. The motion carried unanimously as amendment_
4. 642 Sheridan Road - Front fagade alteration, moving three second story window
openings higher
Rosemary Sharp, owner, presented plans for the alteration of the front fagade by removing three
second story windows, making the window openings higher, and stalling two pairs of casement
windows flanking a fix window in the middle at 642 Sheridan Road. The property is within the
Evanston Lakeshore Historic District.
Rosemary Sharp said that they would like to create a master bedroom on the second floor by
eliminating a two story ceiling space in the living room. A frame construction systems is require
that extends to the east wall at the second floor, which separates the existing glass wail at the
front of the house into two levels. R. Sharp stated that the pair of casement windows is required
for ventilation and egress.
Commission's Findings .
Barbara Gardner said that the applicant is moving the fixed windows and stalling casement
windows. Rosemary Sharp said that the new casement windows are shorter because the existing
windows are at the floor level.
Barbara Gardner moved that the Commission accept the plans as proposed, replacing the fixed
windows on the second floor with opening windows as meeting the standards for alteration.
Jessica Deis seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
S. 1209 Hinman Avenue - Window removal or replacement or relocation, new rear
door and new side yard door
Greg Nowesnick, and Charles Lee, architects handed out a revised packet of drawings fora
kitchen remodel and rear renovation at 1209 Hinman Avenue. The property is ,%vzthin the
Evanston Lakeshore Historic District. G. Nowesnick said that the revised drawings showa' site' '
plan and the adjoiping houses, floor plans, and before and after elevations. The homes in the
neighborhood are on 50' wide lots. The neighbor to the north is 9.5' away. G. Nowesnick said
that the existing house totally ignores the back yard, and that his clients would like to use the -
back yard for play space and to be able to monitor their children.
Greg Nowesnick said that the north elevation by the kitchen would be affected by removing
windows. The cast elevation would have new windows and doors for more visual contact and=
natural light, the rear porch is within the 30 percent lot coverage. The dinette space on the south
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1. Rehabilitation of main facades f rcing Davis Street and Sherman A►•enue
a) Cleaning ofall exterior materials and limestone facade.
b) Restoration ofexisting steel ivindows.
c) Rehabilitation of storefronts (copper frame'storefronts, transoms, leaden
glass, and doors)
d) Installation of new exit door on Lkmis Street
Carlos Ruiz determined that the completed rehabilitation of the main facades facing
Davis Street and Sherman Avenue were in accordance to the review and approval eyth
Certificate of Appropriateness issued by the Evanston Preservation Commission as staW
above.
2. Alteration of north and west inner facades
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a) New pre -cast concrete exterior walls
b) New aluminum frame windows ,
c) New aluminum frame storefronts
d) New granite base to match existing
Carlos Ruiz also determined that the alterations to the north and west inner facades were ,
executed according to the standards for review of alteration as approved by the Evanston
Preservation Commission.
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Conclusion
630-632 Davis Street (The Chandlers's Building) has been restored, rehabilitated and
altered in accordance to the City of Et anston Preservation Commission standards for
review of alteration of Evanston Landmarks The substantial rehabilitation of 630-632
Davis Street meets the Standards of the United States Department of the Interior for
Rehabilitation, Preservation, Restoration, and Reconstruction ofhistoric properties. "
Carlos Ruiz asked the Commission for a motion to approve the report. Heidi Carey moved that
the Commission approve the '•630-632 Davis Street (The Chandler's Building) an Evanston
Landmark Restoration and Rehabilitation Completion Report" as written and submitted by _
Carlos Ruiz, Senior Planner/Preservation Coordinator. Jessica Deis seconded the.motion. The
motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted:
L�~ �[L•G Lei '��-.�._
6arlos D. Ruiz t
Senior Plaaner/Preservation-Coordinator
Date: