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CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AGENDA THURSDAY, February 16, 2017 - 3:00 P.M. City Hall – Conference Room ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MEETING on November 17, 2016 COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS 1. Summary of Activity a. Summary of Activity 2016 Report b. Summary of Applications 2015 and 2016 c. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2016 d. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2017 2. Department of Planning & Inspections Update NEW BUSINESS 1. Review of Permits Referred to Commission NEW APPLICATIONS - None OLD BUSINESS 1. Certified Local Government (CLG) Program a. CLG Annual Report for FFY October 2015 – September 2016 b. Update on FFY2016 Grant Project: Evaluate and Update the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone: i. Submission of Progress Report 2 (October - December 2016) ii. Project Activities ADJOURN THE AGENDA ITEMS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSION. Agenda Posted: February 6, 2017

CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION November 17, 2016 The Regular Meeting of the City of Dover Historic District Commission was held on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 3:00 PM with Chairman McDaniel presiding. Members present were Chairman McDaniel, Mr. Czerwinski, Ms. Horsey, Mr. Jackson, and Mr. Scrafford. Planning Office Staff members present were Mrs. Melson-Williams and Mrs. Purnell. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mr. Scrafford moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Czerwinski and the motion was unanimously carried 5-0. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 20, 2016 Mr. Scrafford moved for approval of the minutes of October 20, 2016, seconded by Ms. Horsey and the motion was unanimously carried 5-0. COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS Summary of 2016 Activity Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that included in the packet was a Summary of the 2015 and 2016 applications that came before the Historic District Commission. For this calendar year, there were six (6) applications and we have another Informational item today that will be assigned a number. Some of the projects have been completed. There is no new information regarding the mixed use project on Loockerman Way. They made it through the Planning Commission Review in September 2016 and at this point they would be working to finalize the Site Plan aspect of the process. There has not been any resubmission at the current time. For 2015, there were a total of eight (8). Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2016 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that to date there have been forty-three (43) Permits with activities in the Historic District that includes building interior and exterior projects, roof, signage, and fence permits. There were twelve (12) Sign Permits, two (2) Temporary Sign Permits, and nine (9) building renovation projects. Twenty-four (24) of the Permits were approved by Staff including four (4) that were heard by the Historic District Commission. There were fifteen (15) Permits which required no Architectural Review Certification because of the type of project. Mrs. Melson-Williams gave an update on 2 West Loockerman Street regarding the fire egress of the third floor apartment. The renovation Permit for the project has door that accesses a roof deck that is in fact internal to the block that cannot be seen at all from State Street or Loockerman Street. Mr. McDaniel questioned if it was the law office. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied yes.

CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION NOVEMBER 17, 2016 Department of Planning & Inspections Update Mrs. Melson-Williams stated some of Planning Staff participated in a one-day conference with the Delaware Chapter of the American Planning Association on November 3, 2016 that was held in Milford, Delaware. There was an informative presentation regarding the Downtown Development Districts. Mrs. Townshend presented on the activities in Dover and then they heard from a newly renovated designated town on how they went about developing their application and how they are moving forward in the Town of Harrington. Update on East Water Street Brickwork Project Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that it is an area within the Historic District. The Public Notice Informational Sheet was included in the packet that was issued by Public Works. The project is along East Water Street in the vicinity of Christ Church. For a number of years there have been issues with the sidewalk and what is a low retaining wall in that area. This is not the wall of the cemetery. She believes Community Transportation Funds were used for this project. She spoke with the project manager from the Department of Public Works regarding the brick for the reconstruction of the low knee wall. All of the work is in the right-of-way and the project is underway. Ms. Horsey questioned whether this particular wall was a part of what was built in the earlier part of the 20th century and stated that the brick was a good match. They look like they were doing a great job. She also commented regarding saving part of the knee wall. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that there were structural issues regarding the knee wall. NEW BUSINESS Review of Permits Referred to Commission: Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this was not a referred Permit, but more of an informational item. The Office received a Fence Permit #16-1711 for the property at 46 South Bradford Street which is the location of the People’s Church of Dover. Historic District Commission members received a copy of the Google street view of the property from South Bradford Street looking west (main entry of the church as it extends further back). On the reverse of the page is the diagram and their Permit is related to the boxes on the north wall of the church. At that location, there are several egress ways of stairs that lead up from a basement level and they are proposing to enclose those spaces and include the appropriate kind of gate system necessary. The proposed fence is a 6-feet black chain-link fence with vinyl coating. It is internal to the site and it is somewhat related to securing building egress issues. The property itself has a decorative black medal fence around most of its property line anyway. This location is not really visible from the street. Mr. Czerwinski questioned if it was black chain link. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied yes. Currently, there is some type of railing that is at least on one of them (white color). Chairman McDaniel questioned whether what was being proposed complied with the standards. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Design Standards and Guidelines talk about fencing limited to 4-feet in height. This is not exactly a fence. The Design Standards and Guidelines also talk about chain-link not being a recommended practice for fencing. This is an enclosure and the fence 2

CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION NOVEMBER 17, 2016 material is being used to create it. Mr. Scrafford questioned whether the two areas were the 13 and 16 feet. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that it was the two areas. Mr. Scrafford questioned whether they were internal to the property lines. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied yes, they were internal to the property lines and attached right up against the building. Chairman McDaniel stated that the building had a lot of moving parts in the past such as (bowling alley, Boy Scouts, lunch, etc.) Ms. Horsey questioned if the 6-foot height was necessary; could it be 5-feet? Mrs. Melson- Williams replied that she was not sure how deep it was. Mr. Czerwinski questioned if it was chain-link interspersed with vinyl. Mrs. Melson-William replied that it was not clear if there are slats. This is a black vinyl coated chain link fence, one-inch wire mesh. Annual Meeting of Historic District Commission Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman Mr. Scrafford moved to elect by acclamation Mr. McDaniel as Chairman for the Historic District Commission. The motion was seconded by Mr. Jackson and unanimously carried 5-0. Mr. Scrafford moved to elect by acclamation Ms. Horsey as Vice Chairman for the Historic District Commission. The motion was seconded by Mr. Jackson and unanimously carried 5-0. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that City Council recognized Mr. Salkin’s commitment to the Historic District Commission at their Council meeting on Monday, November 14, 2016. He was presented with a Certificate for Recognition of Service to the Historic District Commission. Meeting & Deadline Schedule for 2017 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the meeting date will remain as the third (3rd) Thursday of each month at 3:00pm. The deadline date to file an application has to be at least 30 days prior to the meeting date. The Meeting and Deadline Schedule for 2017 were provided to all members. OLD BUSINESS Certified Local Government (CLG) Program: Update on FFY2016 Grant Project: Evaluate and Update the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone: Submission of Progress Report 1 (July-September 2016) Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that they had to submit a submission of progress report which has been provided. It was to cover the timeframe between July-September. It has been accepted by the State Historic Preservation Office. It was noted that there was a change in membership that happened during that timeframe. The match that the City needed to do was included the City’s budget that began July 1. At this point some of the background procedure reading been completed on the State side and here at the City. We will be working on the draft of the RFP document. In 3

CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION NOVEMBER 17, 2016 the first quarter, there are a number of other commitments that Staff had to dedicate time to, so we are just a little behind on this project. Chairman McDaniel questioned the level of Staff in the Planning Department. Mrs. Melson- Williams replied that Staff consists of Mrs. Townshend, Planning & Inspections Director and Parks & Recreation Division Director; Mr. Cook, Planner; Mr. Diaz, Planner; Mrs. Harvey, Planner and CDBG Manager; Mrs. Melson-Williams, Principal Planner and Mrs. Purnell, Administrative Assistant. Chairman McDaniel commented that Mrs. Harvey is not seen that much. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that you typically do not see Mrs. Harvey. Her Planning activities are not necessarily with the Historic District Commission. She does a lot of our housing related permit review, items regarding daycare centers in the City and other aspects. Mr. Scrafford questioned whether they anticipated expensing the $10,000 in this fiscal year? Mrs. Melson-Williams replied yes. Mr. Scrafford questioned whether the funds could be carried forward? Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that there is some opportunity for that, but they would also be into another grant year. Mr. Scrafford questioned whether the City applied for $10,000? Mrs. Melson-Williams replied no. The $10,000 is the match that the City has, but the grant itself is between $6,000-$7,000. The City is matching over the required percentage. Mr. Scrafford moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Jackson and unanimously carried 5-0. Meeting adjourned at 3:32 PM Sincerely, Maretta Savage-Purnell Secretary 4

Historic District Commission 2016 Summary of Activity The City of Dover, Delaware Historic District Commission consists of five members. The members during 2016 include Chazz Salkin (member through July), Eric Czerwinski (new member appointed in July), Ann Baker Horsey, Terry Jackson, Joe McDaniel, and Col. Dick Scrafford. The Commission receives staff support from the Planning Office. During early 2016 Chazz Salkin served as Chairman and Joe McDaniel in served as Vice-Chairman. Upon Mr. Salkin completing his term of service, a special election was held to fill the Chairman vacancy in August 2016 with Joe McDaniel being elected as Chairman and Ann Horsey as Vice-Chairman. At the Commission’s Annual Meeting in November 2016, Joe McDaniel was elected as Chairman and Ann Horsey as Vice-Chairman. Architectural Review Certification The Historic District Commission held eight meetings in 2016. The Historic District Commission reviewed six (6) applications for Architectural Review Certificates or as informational items in 2016. This included the referral of a Sign Permit involved The Depot at 595 Forest Street (HI-16-04). Two projects were reviewed for Architectural Review Certification. Architectural Review Certification was granted with conditions to a project to replace a garage with a new carriage house building at 2 Kings Highway NE (HI-16-02). The Historic District Commission recommended approval with conditions of the Architectural Review Certification for a mixed-use project at 126 West Loockerman Street (Loockerman Way) for construction of a three story commercial/apartment building and a four story commercial/apartment building (HI-16-05); the Planning Commission granted the final approval of the Certification in conjunction with the Site Plan review of the project. Informational items included a presentation on Lighting Upgrades in the Capitol Complex area (HI-16-01) and a presentation on a concept for uniformly design “Open” Flags for Downtown Businesses (HI-16- 06). Most projects within the Historic District were eligible for administrative review of the Architectural Review Certificate as part of the Building Permit process and included such projects as signs, temporary signs, roof and window replacement projects, and exterior finish/siding/trim work renovations. Several permits were presented to the Historic District Commission as informational items following Staff review of the permit for Architectural Review Certification. A number of properties located in the Historic District submitted Building Permits for review; however, project activities only involving interior renovations are not subject to the Architectural Review Certification process.  Summary of Permit Activity in the Historic District in 2016: o Permits not requiring Architectural Review Certification: 17 o Permits requiring Architectural Review Certification: 32 o Total Number of Permits: 49 The following chart provides information for 2016 and the last six calendar years. Depending on the type of construction activity the Architectural Review Certification Review for each project may be eligible for Staff Review, Historic District Commission Review, or Historic District Commission Recommendation with Planning Commission Review. Historic District Commission: 2016 Summary of Activity Page 1 of 3

Summary of Permit 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Activity Building Permits – ARC Review by Staff 20 21 25 37 42 36 29 Building Permits – ARC Review by HDC 4 5 4 2 0 5 2 Building Permits – ARC Review by HDC/PC 0 8 3 2 5 0 2 Sign Permits - ARC Review by Staff 18 25 27 39 21 13 15 Sign Permits – ARC Review by HDC 0 2 2 0 0 4 1 TOTALS 42 61 61 80 68 58 49 The following chart provides information on the specific types of Permits with Architectural Review Certifications (ARC) issued for construction activities with the Historic District. 2016 Staff Historic District Historic District Commission Permit Activity Approval Commission Recommendation with Planning Approval* Commission Approval** Building Permit 0 0 0 Demolition Permit 2 0 0 Administrative 2 0 1 Building Permit Building Permit – 13 2 0 Renovations Fence Permit 3 0 1 Roof & Siding Permits 9 0 0 Window Permits 0 0 0 Sign Permit 15 1 0 Temporary Sign 3 0 0 Permit TOTAL 44 3 2 * Permits associated with applications acted upon by HDC only ** Permits associated with applications recommended by HDC with PC action Construction Activity in the Historic District The construction activities in the Historic District involved renovations to existing historic buildings. Following exterior renovations, the building at 150 South Governors Avenue will reopen as the retail shop BluVintage. The Century Club Building at 40 The Green underwent a series of exterior repairs to repoint its brick façade, woodwork repairs and painting of the entrance canopy, and gutter/downspout system replacement. Likewise, exterior work at the serpentine stone office building at 2 North State Street involved work repairs, painting, and masonry repairs. Historic District Commission: 2016 Summary of Activity Page 2 of 3

The Green – National Historical Park The Green in Dover was initially designated in 2013 as part of the First State National Monument and in 2015 was designated as a National Historical Park along with a series of other sites in Delaware to become the First State National Historical Park. The Green remains an active City Park location with the Historic District hosting a variety of arts, cultural, and history activities and events such a summer concert series and walking tours presented by the First State Heritage Park. Certified Local Government Program The City of Dover was designated a Certified Local Government on May 15, 2015. As part of the Certified Local Government Program, application was made in April to seek grant funding in the FFY2016 CLG Grant Application process (HI-16-03). The Grant Application proposed a project to Evaluate and Update the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone document. The City will seek to hire a consultant to assist the Commission and Staff in this project. The Grant timeframe is from July 1, 2016 through June 20, 2017. Downtown Development District Designation In January 2015, the City of Dover was designated a Delaware Downtown Development District. The designated Downtown Development District area includes areas located within the Historic District. Various projects have made use of grants and incentives associated with this program. Tax Credits for Historic Properties Program With Ordinance #2015-03 adopted on February 23, 2015, the application procedures for the Tax Credit for Historic Properties program were amended to create an administrative review process with the City Planner (Staff) rather than formal review by the Historic District Commission in order to streamline the program. In 2015, three properties were certified to receive Tax Credits under the new program process. In 2016, three additional properties have projects underway that intend to utilize the program. Training At one meeting informal training activities were held as Staff reviewed with the Historic District Commission the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and the Architectural Review Certification process. The newly appointed member of the Historic District Commission met with Planning Staff to review Commission membership responsibilities, By-Laws, meeting procedures, Zoning Ordinance provisions related to the Historic District, and how to utilize the Design Standards & Guidelines document. Other Activities In 2016, a number of plans and studies were underway or completed which involved areas located within the Historic District or may affect development activities or infrastructure improvements in the area. These studies include:  Kent County Regional Bicycle Plan – Study underway in 2016; study led by Dover/Kent County MPO. Related project is the Senator Bikeway.  Restoring Central Dover Plan – Final Plan released in November 2014; plan implementation process continues as led by NCALL with City of Dover participation  Downtown Parking Study – Study of parking utilization in central business district area; study by consultant with data collection by City Staff. The Historic District area of Downtown Dover continues to be the site of many community festivals, parades, and activities associated with the First State Heritage Park. Historic District Commission: 2016 Summary of Activity Page 3 of 3

City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2016 Updated thru December 31, 2016 FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS HI-16-01 Capitol Complex Capital Complex Presentation of Presentation at HDC 2/18/2016 Meeting Project lighting concept for light fixture Lighting Area: Federal Street, Information and bulb illumination positively received Upgrades Martin Luther King by HDC. Project is informational only; no Jr. Boulevard, formal action or permitting process Legislative Avenue required. HI-16-02 Carriage House at 2 Kings Highway NE Demolition of garage Architectural Review Certification granted Upon receipt of Building Permit #16-337 2 Kings Highway and construction of with conditions at 4/21/2016 HDC project was identified as requiring NE carriage house Meeting; Staff Approval of Permit per ARC application to HDC; Application HI-16-02 building as accessory pending filed and considered; Permit approved (but structure not issued as of yet) HI-16-03 CLG Grant Certified Local Information File Notice of Eligibility for Grant 2/19/2016; Grant Application received; Formal Award Application for Government FFY2016 CLG Grant Application submitted Letter received and Letter of Agreement FFY2016 Application for 4/28/2016 to SHPO pending; Grant Timeframe 7/1/16-6/30/17 Grant Funding HI-16-04 Referral of Sign The Depot at 595 Sign Permit for Wall Permit #16-611 referred to HDC by City Permit approved based on HCD Permit #16-611 Forest Street Sign with Electronic Planner for Architectural Review consultation; Permit issued Message Center Certification consultation; Considered at 5/19/16 HDC Meeting HI-16-05 Mixed Use 126 West 3-story 7/21/2016 HDC Public Hearing and Review HDC Recommendation on ArchRevCert Buildings at Loockerman Street, Commercial/Apartm for Recommendations; HDC subject to conditions. Site Plan application Loockerman Way current site of ent Building and 4- Recommended Approval of ArchRevCert S-16-18 granted conditional approval by Loockerman Way story subject to conditions; Application S-16-18 Planning Commission in September with (plaza area) Commercial/Apartm reviewed by PC and granted Approval of approval of ArchRevCert subject to ent Building ArchRevCert with conditions 9/19/2016. conditions. Need to work to finalize Site Plan. HI-16-06 Open Flags for Downtown Dover Presentation of Presentation at HDC Meeting on Concept for uniform Open flags with Downtown area Information 10/20/2016; HDC endorsement of project "Dover - Historically Happening" graphics; Businesses concept HDC discussion and suggestions for design consideration

City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2015 Updated thru December 31, 2016 FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS HI-15-01 DRAFT Certified City of Dover Application to be Draft Application presented to HDC on Planning Staff completed DRAFT of CLG Local designated as a 1/15/2015. Draft Application reviewed by Application. Application presented to City Government Certified Local Legislative, Finance & Administration Council who endorsed its submission. Application Government Committee on 2/9/2015. City Council on Submission to SHPO with cover letter 2/23/2015 approved Application for dated 3/30/2015 from Mayor. Designated submission. a CLG on May 15, 2015. HI-15-02 Sign Permit #14- 151 Kings Highway Sign Permit for post Permit #14-1609 referred to HDC by City Permit issued for post and panel sign. Sign 1609 Referral SW, Woodburn and panel sign Planner for Architectural Review installed. Governors Mansion Certification consultation; 1/15/2015 HDC Meeting - approved ARC as submitted in permit; Staff Approval of Permit per ARC HI-15-03 Sign Permit #15- 6 South State Street, Sign Permit for Permit #15-15 referred to HDC by City Permit issued. Freestanding sign and fence 15 Referral Baird Mandalas & freestanding sign Planner for Architectural Review installed at property corner of South State Brockstedt and fence Certification consultation; 1/15/2015 HDC Street and Division Street. Meeting - approved ARC with conditions on height and size; Staff Approval of Permit per ARC HI-15-04 Building Permit 3 Loockerman Plaza, Building Permit for Permit #15-19 referred to HDC by City Permit issued. Construction complete. #15-19 Referral PNC Bank Drive-thru ATM Planner for Architectural Review structure Certification consultation; 1/15/2015 HDC Meeting - approved ARC with conditions for dumpster enclosure; Staff Approval of Permit per ARC HI-15-05 Biggs Museum 406 Federal Street Installation of Architectural Review Certification Permit issued. Installation of the sculpture Sculpture exterior sculpture of Application granted at HDC meeting of is complete. tree and birds 2/19/2015; Staff Approval of Permit per ARC

City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2015 Updated thru December 31, 2016 HI-15-06 Building at 312 312 West Determination of Determination of Demolition by Neglect by Active Code Enforcement Cases and West Loockerman Street Demolition by HCD at meeting of 2/19/2015. Property designated a Dangerous Building. Property Loockerman Neglect declared a Dangerous Building by City owner has until 9/9/2015 to repair or Street Council on 3/9/2015. demolish building. City taking action to demolish the building. Demolition Permit #15-1387 issued 10/9/2015. Demolition of building complete. HI-15-07 Santa House Loockerman Way Informational Permit issued. Structure placed Project and other locations Presentation Project for a portable temporary structure. 12/17/2015. Presentation on project at 4/23/2015 HDC Meeting. Staff Approval of Permit #15- 1159 per ARC recommendations. HI-15-08 South Bradford Bradford Street Informational Presentation of project Street segment between Presentation Project concept for proposed pedestrian concepts/alternatives. Public Workshop Streetscape West Division Street improvements including new sidewalks, held by DelDOT 1/12/2016. City Council Enhancements and West curb ramps, crosswalks, curbing, granted authorization on 4/11/2016 to Project Loockerman Street pedestrian lighting, landscaping. execute Transportation Enhancement Presentation on project concept at Program Agreement to initiate the project 12/17/2015 HDC Meeting. design.

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 2016 - Updated Thru 12-31-2016 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 1/12/2016 16-35 47 South West Street Roof Permit Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Replacement of flat roof system. required due to lack of visibility. 2/8/2016 16-64 151 South Governors Sign Permit - Projecting Sign Staff Approval. Hanging sign under pent roof Avenue, Inkredible Art canopy. 2/4/2016 16-65 100 West Water Street Building Permit - Roof Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Additional downspout drainage Drainage system required due to lack of visibility. system connection on rear/interior parking lot side of building that is not visible. 2/10/2016 16-129 308 South State Street, Law Sign Permit - Projecting Sign Staff Approval Projecting sign hanging under pent Offices of Sean Lynn roof awning. Sign installed. 2/18/2016 16-175 40 The Green, The Century Building Permit - Gutters & Staff Approval. Project information Replacement of gutters using metal Club Downspouts update to HDC on 2/18/2016. half rounds and downspouts on sides of building. Limited visibility. Project complete. 3/28/2016 15-1702 34 South State Street, Administrative Building Permit Staff Approval Brick replacement of brick sidewalk Wesley College President's in herringbone pattern along House property frontage. Project complete. 3/7/2016 16-112 150 South Governors Building Permit - Exterior and Staff Approval with notations about Interior Renovations to retail space. Avenue Interior Renovations selection of exterior finish materials Exterior Renovations of door & and formats. window replacements, reclad in new vinyl siding with entire façade in horizontal siding of clapboard style product. Discussion at 2/18/2016 HDC meeting recommended evaluation of alternative finish materials. Project complete and CO issued. 3/11/2016 16-237 147 South New Street, Bait Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior Renovation for take-out N Hook Renovations required for interior work. restaurant tenant.

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 2016 - Updated Thru 12-31-2016 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 3/18/2016 16-259 11 North State Street, Gunn Sign Permit - Freestanding Sign Staff Approval Reface existing signage on Wealth Management decorative metal fence and wall sign on wall at rear entry for new tenant. Signs installed. 3/21/2016 16-282 147 South New Street, Bait Sign Permit - Wall Sign and Staff Approval Wall sign to be mounted in N Hook Window Signs signboard area of upper wall and placement of window signage. 3/21/2016 16-292 316 South Governors Fence Permit Staff Approval Replacement of fence segment with Avenue decorative metal fencing. Project complete. 3/29/2016 16-369 527-529 South State Street, Fence Permit HDC Recommendation on ARC Construction of fence along Elm Lands of Boyles 2/21/2013; PC Approval of ARC Terrace frontage as part of Parking 3/18/2013; Applications HI-13-01 Lot construction project. and S-13-03; Staff issued Permit 3/29/2016 16-360 527-529 South State Street, Administrative Building Permit -HDC Recommendation on ARC Construction of Parking lot at rear Lands of Boyles Parking Lot construction 2/21/2013; PC Approval of ARC of property with access from alley. 3/18/2013; Applications HI-13-01 and S-13-03; Staff issued Permit 4/1/2016 16-291 116 E Water Street Fence Permit Staff Approval Fence along west side of rear parking lot. Portion of fence located within the Historic District is limited to 4 ft. height. 4/12/2016 16-417 5 E Reed Street, Weyant Roof Permit No Planning Staff Review. No Replacement of flat roof system. Hall Building ArchRevCert required due to lack of visibility. 4/12/2016 16-442 213 West Loockerman Building Permit - Interior Administrative Approval of Permit. Replaces previously issued Permit Street, Janaids Renovations (No ArchRevCert required for interior #14-1074 that had expired for work.) interior renovations for change of use to hair salon. 4/28/2016 16-555 116 E Water Street, Barratt Sign Permit Staff Approval Reface of existing post sign. Business Services 5/16/2016 16-25 40 The Green, The Century Building Permit - Exterior Staff Approval Brick repair and repointing on front Club Renovations façade. Project complete.

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 2016 - Updated Thru 12-31-2016 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 5/10/2016 16-389 333 South Governors Sign Permit - Window Signs Staff Approval Consultation with Staff to refine Avenue, Access Labor sign proposal for approval of a Services series of window signs. Signs installed. 5/4/2016 16-400 102 South Governors Roof Permit Staff Approval Replacement of existing asphalt Avenue shingle roof with new asphalt shingle roof 5/23/2016 16-666 54 South State Street, Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval Temporary Banner installed and Presbyterian Church removed. 6/24/2016 16-755 211-213 West Loockerman Sign Permit - Window Signs Staff Approval Two window signs installed Street, Janaids 6/20/2016 16-833 403-405 West Loockerman Sign Permit - Roof Sign Staff Approval Reface of existing roof sign. Sign Street, Coaching Great installed. Minds Preschool Academy 7/8/2016 16-934 304 S Governors Avenue, Sign Permit - Wall Sign Staff Approval Wall sign of individual raised letters Reith Hall to be placed in arched topped transom area over entry door. 7/11/2016 16-986 27 West Loockerman Street, Building Permit - Interior No Planning Staff Review. No Interior renovations for real estate The Moving Experience Renovations ArchRevCert required for interior brokerage business office. Project work. complete. 7/26/2016 16-1094 13 & 17 West Loockerman Roof Permit Staff Approval Replacement of pent roof system Street with metal roof. 7/26/2016 16-1095 15 & 19 West Loockerman Roof Permit Staff Approval Replacement of pent roof system Street with metal roof. 8/26/2016 16-864 126 West Loockerman Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval Banners related to Farmers Market Street, Loockerman Way placed on Santa House 8/1/2016 16-1064 2 North State Street Building Permit - Exterior & Staff Approval Woodwork repairs to trim and Interior Renovations porch flooring; painting; repair of stone steps and brick paths. Project work underway.

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 2016 - Updated Thru 12-31-2016 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 8/3/2016 16-1107 317 South State Street Building Permit - Exterior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Reconstruction/Repair of second Renovations required for work on rear addition as floor rear addition's roof and not visible from public way. support posts. 8/3/2016 16-1118 315 South State Street Siding Permit Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Repair of siding on adjacent building required for work on building rear as as related to Permit #16-1107. not visible from public way. 8/29/2016 16-1282 415 West Loockerman Building Permit - Renovations No Planning Office review. No Project to repair building framing Street, Simaron's ArchRevCert required. after car hit building. Project complete. 8/24/2016 16-1285 415 West Loockerman Siding Permit Staff Approval. Repair and replacement of existing Street, Simaron's vinyl siding. Project work complete. 8/31/2016 16-1344 8 The Green Building Permit - Exterior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Removal and capping of non- Renovations required as chimney not visible from functioning chimney on west rear public way. addition. 9/2/2016 16-1065 21 North State Street, State Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovation to existing space Street Assisted Living Renovations required for interior work. to create two residential units. 9/16/2016 16-1427 2 West Loockerman Street Demolition Permit - Interior No Planning Office review. No Selective interior demolition related ArchRevCert required for interior to flooring covering removal and work. asbestos abatement. 10/14/2016 16-1185 2 West Loockerman Street Demolition Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Selective interior demolition (wall, required for interior work. finishes) within third floor apartment space. 10/10/2016 16-1376 27 West Loockerman Street, Sign Permit - Wall Sign Staff Approval Wall sign of aluminum with The Moving Experience painted/applied letters. Installation in sign band area. 10/6/2016 16-1439 411 Legislative Avenue, Building Permit - Renovations Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations to offices and Legislative Hall required for interior work and loading dock area. Permit issued. limited visibility for exterior door improvements. 10/10/2016 16-1500 150 South Governors Sign Permit - Window Signs Staff Approval Window sign of business name Avenue, Blu Vintage applied to window surface.

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 2016 - Updated Thru 12-31-2016 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 10/4/2016 16-1521 111 West Loockerman Sign Permit - Window Signs Staff Approval Window sign of business name Street, Petit Sweets applied to window surface. 10/14/2016 16-1583 415 West Loockerman Building Permit - Renovations Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Installation of concrete pad at rear Street, Simaron's required due to lack of visibility. of building for refrigerator equipment. 10/18/2016 16-1606 207 South Governors Administrative Building Permit Staff Approval. Removal and repaving of parking lot Avenue, Delaware Tire surface. Center 11/4/2016 16-1614 415 West Loockerman Building Permit - Renovations Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Installation of walls to surround Street, Simaron's required due to lack of visibility. refrigerator equipment at rear of building. 11/18/2016 16-1666 406 Federal Street, Biggs Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval. Temporary signs for Happy Holidays Museum event installed 11/18-12/4. 11/21/2016 16-1736 4 The Green, Willis Group Sign - Hanging Sign Staff Approval. Projecting hanging sign at corner of the building for office tenant. 11/9/2016 16-1748 333 South Governors Roof Permit No Planning Office review. Work on flat roof Avenue, Access Labor Services 12/7/2016 16-1711 46 S Bradford Street, Fence Permit Staff Approval Security type fence adjacent to Peoples Church building around basement access. Limited visibility due to vegetation. Info on Permit presented to HDC at 11/17/16 meeting. 12/5/2016 16-1811 124 South State Street, Building Permit - Interior & Staff Approval Addition of equipment pads/paving Verizon Exterior Renovations on north side of building. Limited visibility due to property wall enclosure.

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 2017 - Updated Thru 1-31-2017 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 1/10/2017 16-1954 38 The Green, Kent County Buidling Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations for security in Courthouse Renovations required for interior work. lobby area of 'new' building. 1/11/2017 16-1992 500 W Loockerman Street, Building Permit - Interior No Planning Staff Review. No Interior renovations for new layout Duncan Center Renovations ArchRev Cert required for interior of Third Floor space. work. 1/11/2017 17-39 2 Kings Highway NE, Buidling Permit - Addition of HDC Approval with Conditions on Demolition of existing garage and Carriage House Accessory Structure ARC 4/21/2016; Application HI-16- construction of new Carriage House 02; Staff approval per ARC Building. This permit supersedes Permit #16-337 that was approved but not issued.

City of Dover January 30, 2017 Joan N. Larrivee SHPO Grant Manager Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs 21 The Green Dover DE 19901 Via Email: joan.larrivee@state.de.us RE: Submission of Progress Report 2 (October - December 2016) FY2016 CLG Grant 10-16-141266-06 Project: Design Standards and Guidelines Update: DOVER Dear Mrs. Larrivee: The City of Dover, Delaware Department of Planning & Inspections with this letter submits the Progress Report 2 for FY2016 CLG Grant #10-16-141266-06. This Report 2 covers the time period of October 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016. See the attached Report 2. With our project to “Evaluate and Update of Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone,” there has been very limited progress to date. The City had proposed to seek consultant services to assist the Historic District Commission and Planning Staff in developing a Draft document of the updated version of the Design Standards & Guidelines; however, no Request for Proposal (RFP) has been issued. The budget allocation of $10,000 for Consultant Services for the grant project remains part of the Department of Planning & Inspections FY2016-2017 Budget. The Planning Office may be contacted at (302) 736-7196 with any questions. We would like to meet to discuss options for revising the project scope, activities, and/or timeframe and will contact your office to schedule. Sincerely, Department of Planning & Inspections Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP Principal Planner Enclosures: FFY2016 CLG Grant Progress Report 2 CC: Ann Marie Townshend, AICP, Planning Director Planning Office File HI-16-03 P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 Community Excellence Through Quality Service

FY 2016 CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT GRANT PROGRAM Grant No. 10-16-141266-06 Start date: July 1, 2016 End Date: June 30, 2017 ATTACHMENT 1 CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT GRANT PROGRAM CLG GRANT PROGRESS REPORT FORM Project: Design Standards and Guidelines Update: DOVER Grantee: The City of Dover Grant Number: 10-16-141266-06 Reporting Period (check below): Report 1 (Due October 30) For July 1 – September 30 Report 2 (Due January 31) For October 1 – December 31 □ Report 3 (Due April 30) For January 1 – March 31 Specific Activities Accomplished during Reporting Period (October –December 2016):  Updates to Historic District Commission on Grant Project: o October 20, 2016 Meeting: Staff provided an update on the steps for development of an RFP for consultant services associated with the FFY2016 Grant Project: Evaluate and Update the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. o November 17, 2016 Meeting: Staff reported on the submission of the Progress Report 1 (July 1- September 30) for the Grant. Report 1 was submitted October 28, 2016. o No December meeting of the Historic District Commission.  Research by Planning Staff for examples of RFP documents used by City and search for similar project type examples. Overall Progress to date:  The adopted FY2016-2017 City Budget includes the required cash match of $10,000 for the grant in the Planning Department’s budget lines.  Planning Staff reviewed City Procedures for Grant Application & Administration.  Planning Staff has begun preparing to write the draft RFP document. Problems Affecting Progress:  Limited ability of Staff to dedicate time to Grant Project due to Staffing levels, holiday and vacation leave, and other work assignments in second quarter (October - December 2016).  Staff will need to coordinate with the City Procurement Manager regarding the development and release of the Request for Proposal to procure consultant services for this project. Schedule Status:  The Grant Project was identified to have a series of phases: Planning, Public Outreach, Guidelines Revision and Refinement, and Preparation of Draft Document. This schedule has been delayed significantly until the Consultant can be retained. Other Pertinent Information: None Reimbursement Request Attached: Y N Submitted By: Date: 1/30/2017

CERTIFIED LOC AL GOVERNMENT ANN U AL REPORT Instructions: 1. The following questions and requested materials are based on the “Reporting Period” noted below (unless otherwise specified) 2. Format: a digital copy on CD is preferred, but a paper copy will also be accepted 3. Submit completed report by February 15 to: Kara A. Briggs Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs 21 The Green Dover, DE 19901 Kara.Briggs@state.de.us (302) 736-7433 Reporting Period: October 1, 2015 – September 30, 2016 LOCAL GOVERNMENT: __City of Dover______________ Historic Preservation Commission (Commission) List current Commission members and emails (to add additional rows, hit “tab”): Name Email Joseph S. McDaniel, III (Chairman) jmcdaniel3@aol.com Ann Baker Horsey (Vice-Chairman) ann.horsey@state.de.us Charles T. “Terry” Jackson, II Jackson.theo0@gmail.com Col. Richard “Dick” Scrafford dick.scrafford@verizon.net Eric Czerwinski teamski1@hotmail.com Attach resumes for all newly appointed Commission members demonstrating their interest, competence, or knowledge in historic preservation. The Resume for Eric Czerwinski is attached; he was appointed as a member in July 2016. D e l a w a r e D i vi s i o n o f H i s t o r i c a l a n d C u l t u r a l A f f a i r s

CERTIFI ED LOC AL GOVERNMENT ANNU AL REPORT Are there currently any vacancies on the Commission? Yes – total #: _________ / No If yes, specify the duration of each vacancy (in months): _________; _________; _________; During this reporting period, have any Commission members participated in some form of historic preservation training (workshops, webinars, etc…)? Yes – total # (of participating Commissioners): ___4_____ / No If yes, please describe such training program(s):  Informal training activities were held at several regular meetings of the Historic District Commission. Staff reviewed and discussed with the Historic District Commission the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and the Architectural Review Certification process. (October 2015: 3 members, November 2015: 4 members, December 2015: 4 members, January 2016: 3 members)  The newly appointed member of the Historic District Commission met with Planning Staff in August 2016 to review Commission membership responsibilities, By-Laws, meeting procedures, Zoning Ordinance provisions related to the Historic District, and how to utilize the Design Standards & Guidelines document. Please specify any requests for training or other technical assistance from our office: There were no formal requests for technical assistance from the SHPO by the Historic District Commission during this Review period. Specific Requests for Training/Technical Assistance for the upcoming year: to learn more about design standards/guidelines for historic district architecture and a demonstration of the CHRIS system. The Historic District Commission would also like to be aware of any other local/regional workshops or training opportunities. Zoning Ordinance / Public Participation For this reporting period, have there been any changes to the local government’s preservation ordinance, public notification process, or Commission’s rules of procedures/bylaws? Yes / No If yes, please attach a copy of such changes and briefly summarize below: There have been no revisions or new historic preservation zoning ordinances, amendments, regulations, By- laws or guidelines during the review period. There were Code amendments adopted in December 2015 D e l a w a r e D i vi s i o n o f H i s t o r i c a l a n d C u l t u r a l A f f a i r s 2

CERTIFI ED LOC AL GOVERNMENT ANNU AL REPORT (Effective January 1, 2016) that revised the City’s Schedule of Application Fees; however, no changes were made to the Application fees for Architectural Review Certification applications. Attach a copy of meeting agendas, minutes and supporting documents for this reporting period. The review period of October 2015 to September 2016 consists a total of twelve months. The Historic District Commission met three times in 2015 and six times in 2016 with the other regular monthly meetings of this period were cancelled due to lack of business for the Commission. See Attachments for copies of the Meeting Agendas and Meeting Minutes from the review period of October 2015 to September 2016: Meetings of October 15, 2015; November 19, 2015; December 17, 2015; January 21, 2016; February 18, 2016; April 21, 2016; May 19, 2016; July 21, 2016; and August 18, 2016. National Register Nominations: For this reporting period, has the Commission reviewed any nominations to the National Register of Historic Places? Yes – total # __________ / No There were no National Register nominations reviewed by the Commission. Local Survey and Inventory: For this reporting period, were any archaeological or architectural surveys completed by the CLG? Yes – total # __________ / No If yes, was our office provided a copy of the report(s)? Yes / No Additional Activities: Describe any special historic preservation-related projects (such as new guidelines for renewable energy systems, signage, etc…) completed by the local government during this reporting period: D e l a w a r e D i vi s i o n o f H i s t o r i c a l a n d C u l t u r a l A f f a i r s 3

CERTIFI ED LOC AL GOVERNMENT ANNU AL REPORT There were not any special historic preservation-related projects fully completed during the October 2015 – September 2016 review period. During this reporting time frame began the City’s grant project as associated with the FFY2016 CLG Grant Application process. The Grant Application proposed a project to Evaluate and Update the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. With the City’s Tax Credits for Historic Properties Program, one project received tax credits in October 2015 and in 2016 three projects commenced construction activities that intend to utilize the program. The information given below reports on the regular application review activities occurring during the period. Application Review Process in the Historic District: The Zoning Ordinance establishes the Architectural Review Certification process for the City of Dover’s Historic District (H). Most projects within the Historic District were eligible for administrative review of the Architectural Review Certificate as part of the Building Permit process and included such projects as signs, temporary signs, roof replacement projects, and exterior finish/siding/trim work renovations. A number of properties located in the Historic District submitted Building Permits for review; however, project activities only involving interior renovations are not subject to the Architectural Review Certification process. Summary of cases reviewed under the authority of the Zoning Ordinance during the review period is listed below.  Summary of Permit Activity in the Historic District for October 2015 - September 2016: o Permits not requiring Architectural Review Certification: 16 o Permits requiring Architectural Review Certification: 36 o Total Number of Permits: 52 The Permits with related Historic District Commission Activity can be distinguished as three different types: formal applications for review, Permits referred for consultation, and informational items. Two projects were reviewed for Architectural Review Certification by the Commission. In the first project, Architectural Review Certification was granted with conditions to a project to replace a garage with a new carriage house building at 2 Kings Highway NE (HI-16-02). In the second project, the Historic District Commission recommended approval with conditions of the Architectural Review Certification for a mixed-use project at 126 West Loockerman Street (Loockerman Way) for construction of a three story commercial/apartment building and a four story commercial/apartment building (HI-16-05); the Planning Commission granted the final approval of the Certification in conjunction with the Site Plan review of the project. The Historic District Commission completed Architectural Review Certification of a Sign Permit a referred to them for consultation involving The Depot at 595 Forest Street (HI-16-04). Informational items presented to the Commission included South Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements project (HI-15-08) and a proposal for Lighting Upgrades in the Capitol Complex area (HI-16-01). The following chart provides more information on the specific types of Permits including those requiring Architectural Review Certifications (ARC) as issued for construction activities with the Historic District during the reporting period of October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. D e l a w a r e D i vi s i o n o f H i s t o r i c a l a n d C u l t u r a l A f f a i r s 4

CERTIFI ED LOC AL GOVERNMENT ANNU AL REPORT October 2015 – January 2016 – Total for Review Period December 2015 September 2016 Permit Type Staff HDC Staff HDC Staff Historic District Approval Activity Approval Activity Approval Commission Activity Building Permit 0 0 0 0 0 0 Demolition 0 1 1 0 1 1 Permit Administrative 1 0 1 1 2 1 Building Permit Building Permit – 3 0 4 0 7 0 Interior Renovations Building Permit – 1 1 6 2 7 3 Exterior Renovations Fence Permit 0 0 2 1 2 1 Roof & Siding 3 0 7 0 10 0 Permits Window Permits 0 0 0 0 0 0 Sign Permit 4 1 9 0 13 1 Temporary Sign 1 0 2 0 3 0 Permit TOTAL 13 3 32 4 45 7 Prepared By: Name: _Dawn E. Melson-Williams, AICP_______________ Date: __February 7, 2017______________ Email: _dmelson@dover.de.us_______________ Phone: ___(302) 736-7196_____City of Dover Department of Planning & Inspections________ D e l a w a r e D i vi s i o n o f H i s t o r i c a l a n d C u l t u r a l A f f a i r s 5