Historic District Commission Meeting 7-15-2021 Paperless Packet

CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 3:30 PM City Hall Conference Room, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware AGENDA MEETING NOTICE The Historic District Commission, Meeting for July 15, 2021 will be held as an IN-PERSON meeting in the City Hall Conference Room. The public is welcome to attend. Written comments are accepted via mail to City of Dover - Historic District Commission, P.O. Box 475 Dover DE 19903 and via email at compplan@dover.de.us. The Meeting will also be a Virtual Meeting made available using the WebEx audio/video conferencing system as an electronic means of communication. See participation information below to join by phone or computer. PARTICIPATION INFORMATION City of Dover Historic District Commission Meeting of July 15, 2021 Dial: 1-408-418-9388 Event number/Access code: 173 269 2525 Event password: DoverHDC Event Address: https://bit.ly/HDCMeeting071521 If you are new to WebEx get the app now at https://www.webex.com/ to be ready when the meeting starts. For problems accessing the meeting, please call the Planning Office at (302) 736-7196. WELCOME ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Adoption of Minutes of March 18, 2021 2. Adoption of Minutes of April 15, 2021 COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS 1

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION - July 15, 2021 PAGE 2 Summary of Activity 3. Summary of Applications 2020 and 2021 4. Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2021 Department of Planning & Inspections Updates NEW APPLICATIONS 5. HI-21-04 Lands of King of Clubs, LLC Parking Lot Improvements at 30 The Green – Public Hearing and Review for Action on the Architectural Review Certification associated with parking lot reconfiguration and parking improvements at 30 The Green. The property is zoned RGO (General Residence and Office Zone) and is subject to the H (Historic District Overlay Zone). The project is also associated with the future redevelopment of the existing parking lot at 123 Bank Lane; a property that is zoned IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone). The properties are located at the southeast corner of The Green and Bank Lane and along the south side of Bank Lane. The owner of record is King of Clubs, LLC. Addresses: 30 The Green and 123 Bank Lane. Tax Parcels: ED-05- 077.09-03-34.00-000 and ED-05-077.09-03-33.00-000. Council District 4. NEW BUSINESS Review of Permits Referred to Commission OLD BUSINESS Certified Local Government (CLG) Program 6. Update on FFY2019 CLG Grant: Update to Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone Implementation of 2019 Comprehensive Plan ADJOURN THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. PURSUANT TO 29 DEL. C. §10004(e)(2), THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING 2

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION March 18, 2021 The Virtual Meeting of the City of Dover Historic District Commission was held on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 3:30 PM using the videoconferencing system WebEx due to Delaware’s Declaration of the State of Emergency for COVID-19 with Chairman Czerwinski, presiding. Other members present were Mr. Street, Ms. Horsey and Mrs. Mason. (Note: The fifth Historic District Commission member has not been appointed following the completion of the term of Mr. McDaniel in June 2020. Planning Office Staff members present were Mrs. Melson-Williams, Mrs. Savage-Purnell, Mrs. Bulkilvish, Mr. Swierczek, and Mr. Hugg. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Ms. Horsey moved for approval of the agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Street and the motion was unanimously carried 4-0. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 15, 2020 Mr. Street moved for approval of the Meeting Minutes of October 18, 2020, seconded by Ms. Horsey and the motion was unanimously carried 4-0. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 19, 2020 Ms. Horsey moved for approval of the Meeting Minutes of October 18, 2020, seconded by Mr. Street and the motion was unanimously carried 4-0. COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS Summary of Applications for 2019 and 2020 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that in 2019 there was a Referral of a Fence Permit at 2 Kings Highway NE. The black metal fence is almost completed. There were two (2) items that were identified in 2020. One was a Referral of a Demolition Permit at 229 South Governors Avenue. This (demolition) has been completed. The 2019 Applications consisted of the Small Cell Wireless Facilities and the CLG Grant as information items. Ms. Mason mentioned that the fence was beautiful. They did a great job. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2020 and 2021 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that as of the month of October there have been 34 Permit applications for the year (January – December). For the year 2021 (January-February), there were a series of three (3) permits in the Historic District for interior renovations. Ms. Mason asked if she could add to a future agenda an update on the Scull Mansion. Mrs. Melson- Williams replied that it could be added under Communications & Reports as an update and status of project activities at that location. The property is not within the Historic District but does have 3

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 some historic interest. Department of Planning & Inspections Update Annual Report 2020 Section on Historic District Commission Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that included in the packet was a section that focused on the Historic District that gives highlight on membership of the Commission, who is serving as Chair and Vice Chair, summary of activities, and reporting on the CLG program. The entire Annual Report is available on the City’s website. If anyone would like a copy of the full Report, please let Staff know and they would be happy to provide a copy for you. NEW BUSINESS Review of Permits Referred to Commission HI-21-01 Referral of Sign Permit #21-188 The Peoples Church at 46 South Bradford Street – Referral by the City Planner to the Historic District Commission for Review of Architectural Review Certification for a Sign Permit application #21-188 for a free-standing monument sign of 32 SF with LED Electronic Message Center to replace the existing sign. The property is zoned RG-1 (General Residence Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone). The property is located at the northwest corner of S. Bradford Street and Reed Street. The owner of record is The Peoples Church. Address: 46 S. Bradford Street. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.0503-71.00-000. Council District 3. Mrs. Melson-Williams gave a summary presentation of the Application Referral for a sign. She mentioned that Staff reviewed the Permit and decided to refer the Permit to the Commission for assistance and consultation on the Architectural Review Certification. Included in the Packet was a review of the Permit by Planning Staff. Also included in the Packet was a copy of the actual Building Permit submission that includes the graphics of the proposed and existing sign location, a copy of the Referral Letter; and excerpt on signage from the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. She also gave an overview of the Staff Report that was included in the packet. Representative: Rev. Dr. G.D. Hodge -The People’s Church; and Mr. Richard Haxton and Mrs. Kim Diehl, Sign Contractor from Kent Signs. Rev. Hodge mentioned that the motivation behind the sign request. He stated that he came to Dover to lead the congregation nine months ago. The Church was considering closing because it has lost many people and is not viable. If the Church would close, the building would then become abandoned and crumble because it is not likely to sell. He suggested turning the Church into a Community Center because it is a neighborhood that needs services. The congregation has agreed to spend $1.5 million to bring the building into compliance with ADA (interior renovations). To make the community center feasible, we need to let the community (neighborhood) know that something is happening. We need to be able to change the information as needed to reflect the daily programs. Upon his understanding, the sign as proposed meets all the Codes standards except for the illumination. The illumination of course is not something we would normally find in the Historic District. In this case, he thinks it is greatly in the best interest 2 4

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 of the neighborhood to have this as a vital building that serves the neighborhood and announces its activities. Therefore, we believe a variance of norm is appropriate at this particular location at this particular time. Mr. Street asked with regards to the illumination of the sign if there was a way to adjust the light. Mr. Haxton replied that it has an automatic dim control that will automatically dim it from day to night. It also has a manual setting in case you wanted to dim it even more. The top of the sign will also be indirectly illuminated from the top of the electronic sign (not internally illuminated like the existing sign) which falls more into the Historic District guidelines. We will utilize the existing brickwork to match the church brickwork and try to utilize that for the new installation. Rev. Hodge added that there is a commercial sign outside of his home that is incredibly bright and shines until 2-5am. He can actually read by the brightness. He understands that they do not want that happening to neighbors. We don’t have any reason why we need to have the sign on at all during 2-5am. We can turn it off or dim brightness so that it does not affect the neighbors. Mr. Haxton mentioned that the settings can be set to whatever you want. They can also be set to be turned completely on or off. Ms. Horsey questioned whether this would be a sign with an interior lighting system; and if this was the reason it was illuminated from the inside and not from the exterior with light shining on it. Mr. Haxton replied that the top sign is illuminated from the exterior shining up on it. The illumination from the LED is a little diode from the face of the sign that lights up. Ms. Horsey questioned whether this sign was going to be a typical electronic signage like you see on the highway where you get messages going around and around. Mr. Haxton replied yes, but they can be control how long it stays on (whether it’s 5 minutes or 5 seconds). You have complete control of the message schedule. Ms. Horsey mentioned that this would be precedent setting to be allowed in the Historic District. This is a hard question to ask; do we want to allow this in the Historic District? She wanted to know how often the message would be changed and if it was going to be red and flashy to get your attention. If that is the case, she did not feel that she would be in favor of the signage. Mr. Haxton replied that he did not think it was the Church’s desire to have it flashy. He thinks the Church just wants to get the message out. The Church has control of the signage messages and the timing. Rev. Hodge replied that the Church is not a flashy kind of Church. We understand what you are talking about. It certainly would not flash different colors and off and on. The purpose is to simply change the announcements daily regarding the activities. The Church could turn the lighting way down or off at night. Ms. Horsey mentioned that it is sounding a little better as it is being talked about. She knows that there is another church wanting to do the same thing in the Historic District, so it is important to clear this up now. What is Staff saying about this? It would set a precedent even though we do have other signs on Loockerman Street that draw your attention. She was not sure if the signs on Loockerman Street were flashing signs. She knows that this is what the Church would like to do. 3 5

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 Mrs. Melson-Williams referred the members to page 4 of the Staff Report that was included in their packet where there is a series of Staff Findings from Review of Sign Permit. Mrs. Melson- Williams gave an overview of the Staff Findings which included the sign location, sign size, sign attachment to the base, sign material, sign illumination and the electronic message center. She also referred to the diagram that was also included in the packet. She also gave an overview of the suggested items for consideration to achieve the Architectural Review Certification that was included in the packet. Staff noted that the following items that could be considered to allow for a better fit of the proposed sign within the Historic District and that would include the sign size, sign materials, electronic message center and care of the location. Mr. Czerwinski mentioned that in the Staff Report it states that the Variance was approved for 24 SF. He asked if it was still listed in the Zoning Ordinance Sign Regulations that limited monument signs to a size of 16 SF for non-residential uses adjacent to residential districts. He asked if that was still in place. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied no, our Sign Regulations have been amended since 2004. There were major revisions to the Sign Regulations in 2010. Some of the sizing maximums have changed it and is currently set at 32 SF. Mr. Czerwinski mentioned that his issue is the brightness. He is aware of another sign on State Street that completely illuminates the houses around them. That also concerns the fact its in the Historic District which is a big deal and the neighbors that are adjacent to the sign. The only other digital sign that he has seen in Dover and his neighborhood is Central Middle School. The LED lighting is red letters on a black background. This is far more less intrusive than whites and blues which will reflect off buildings, vehicles, poles, bushes and fences. In his opinion, the character of the neighbor will be compromised. He would suggest a red on a black background. Ms. Horsey added to Mr. Czerwinski comments and that it has been proven over the years that red on black background is less intrusive. She knows that the objective for this sign is to catch the attention. In the Historic District, we should have another level of staying in the sense of decorum. She agrees that she personally likes the design with the blues and the whites but what Mr. Czerwinski mentioned previously is correct. It may be too flashy and bright and may not fit the Historic District especially the white. Perhaps other options (color schemes) can be shown to the members since this will be setting a precedent that might not be quite as flashy. Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams asked the sign company to describe how the electronic message area works. If it worked more like a tv screen and there is a slide image or individual pixel lights. The exhibit shown is just an example of a potential screen shot. I don’t think it locks it in to any of those particular colors. Mr. Street agreed. Mr. Hodges also agreed that they are just individual pixels that light up the screen with that display. It can be changed to any color or background. This pixel is 15mm apart. Ms. Mason stated that she really likes the colors and design, it’s really nice because all the other signs in Dover are the same. It is nice to have something different that stands out. It is very 4 6

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 modern. The only problem is the lighting. She would like to see a different image. She thinks a lot of people would be attracted to it because it is different. Mr. Haxton mentioned that Mr. Hodges would just like to be able to switch the messages because of what he is trying to do in the community so that the neighbors are aware. He would like to be able to change the messages electronically. Mr. Czerwinski asked Mr. Hodges if he had spoken to the neighbors regarding the proposed sign. Mr. Hodges replied in fact they have neighbors who are members of the congregation. The new People’s Community Center is going to respond to the desires and needs of the neighborhood. Their intention is not at all to attract attention. We want to announce daily events which can be done with plain block letters on a dark background without any design at all. It is not like a tv screen that will flash different images. Our goal is to serve the neighborhood. We understand the issue of decorum and dignity. This congregation is not going to survive the way it is currently, in which case you would have a crumbling mess right in the neighborhood. The neighborhood needs someone who is willing to invest in the area and do something that matters even for the children who have nothing to do. The neighborhood desperately needs something else. This is an aesthetic sign and the message won’t stay on the message board for more than eight seconds. We really need this sign. We need to let people know that something new is happening and that this is a place where they can find something that matters to them. He applauds them to turn this great location into providing what is needed in that area and by building something that matters even though it’s not the same as the current sign. Mr. Street mentioned that he did agree with Ms. Horsey. He asked the applicant if he would want a smaller version of this on State Street by The Green, would it be appropriate? He does not think that the Code’s not up-to-date (because the signs are so new) to handle how they are illuminated. He does not object to the sign, just the spotlight. This is more than likely going to be the way of new signage. We don’t have any real guidance either way (because it does not speak to not allowing the signage). He applauds what Mr. Hodges is trying to do. He asked the sign company if there were standard sizes of these types LED signs? Mr. Haxton replied yes, there are standard sizes. They are normally 4x6 or 4x8 (foot increments in round figures), but they come in all different sizes. Mr. Hodges mentioned that we are not a for profit company trying to make more money by pulling in customers. We are just trying to serve the neighborhood. The consequences of this particular corner going under are serious with outside activities (that are drug related) going on outside his office. You will have the whole corner (lawn) with no occupancy. This is not what you want in the Historic District. We would agree to shrink down the size of the sign if that is what the Commission would like for us to do. Mr. Czerwinski mentioned that we are at a cline rant and Mr. Street brings up a good point as to what happens if the signs pop up at other locations (properties) and how appropriate is it in the Historic District? Mr. Street mentioned that his thought would be reduce the size of the sign to fit the existing upper portion 62 x 36-inch space. And then adhere to the time limits and lengths which the 5 7

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 message can change and illumination control. Perhaps the Commission could make a recommendation so that the sign is not bright and annoying to the neighbors. Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams mentioned that the Code does have something regarding illumination levels. Mr. Street asked what does it do to the sign itself if you reduce it to the upper portion of the monument sign? Mr. Haxton replied they can get the sign as close to the 62 inches. With the ID portion of the sign, we may have to redesign it so that it is a little taller, but it would still be within the maximum of 32 SF (and make it look good so that it would fit the sign). Ms. Horsey mentioned that they did not want to hold up the project but asked if the Commission could get the redesign via email. Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams mentioned if you give the general guidance of maintaining the sizing, then Planning Staff can review a resubmission of the Permit information to see if it meets what you are prescribing so that it does not come back to the Commission. If for some reason we think it should, we can send it back to the Commission. This would keep the project moving if the Commission set the perimeters. The applicant can redo the numbers and resubmit the sign through the permit process. We cannot do a meeting via email. Mr. Hodge mentioned that the Church is willing to decrease the size 10% and guarantee that they will turn off the display from midnight to 6am. Motion Mr. Street moved to approve Sign Permit #21-188 and file # HI-21-01 Architectural Review Certification with conditions that between the hours of midnight -5 a.m. the LED portion of the sign would not be on. The People’s Church portion could be on. The LED and the sign itself (new portion) are to fit more into the monument 62 x 30 (48 inches height) portion of the sign so that it is not quite 96 inches and that it would be more in keeping with 62-inch width. Later, if it is found that the sign is too bright it can be requested that the lighting be turned down (dimmed more appropriately). The motion was second by Ms. Horsey. Roll Call Vote • Ms. Horsey – Yes • Ms. Mason – Yes • Mr. Street – Yes • Mr. Czerwinski – No The motion was approved 3-1. 6 8

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 HI-21-02 Referral of Fence Permit #21-147 at 4 The Green – Referral by the City Planner to the Historic District Commission for Review of Architectural Review Certification for Fence Permit application #21-147 for fence placement project. Project involves placement of a chain-link fence (four-foot height) along west property line visible from South State Street. The property is zoned RGO (General Residence and Office Zone) and is subject to the H (Historic District Zone). The property is located at the northwest corner of The Green and South State Street. The owner of record is MEA Company LLC. Address: 2-4 The Green. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-04- 63.00-000. Council District 4. Mrs. Melson-Williams gave a summary presentation of the Application Referral for a (four-foot height) black metal fence (Wave crest pattern). The applicant has a proposal to amend what the proposal is. She mentioned that Staff reviewed the Permit and decided to refer the Permit to the Commission for assistance and consultation on the Architectural Review Certification. Included in the packet was a review of the Permit by Planning Staff. Also included in the packet was a copy of the actual Building Permit submission that includes the graphics of the proposed and existing placement location of the fence. Representative: Mrs. Hartnett, Owner. Mrs. Hartnett mentioned that she had proposed a chain-link with some vegetation as a way to try to replicate what was there, but she is totally fine with the black metal fence. She asked if the Commission thought it was a better fit? Ms. Horsey replied yes, she loved the idea of the black metal fence. Ms. Mason moved to approve Fence Permit #21-147 and file #HI-21-02 as amended with a black metal fence (Wave crest pattern) material as presented today. The motion was seconded by Mr. Street and unanimously carried 4-0. OLD BUSINESS Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Update on FFY2019 CLG Grant: Update to Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that Staff hopes to get started on the project seeking a consulant on this Grant Application. Obviously COVID-19 has delayed a number of things. The monies are still available. They have done a number of extensions related to this particular Grant funding year. Implementation of 2019 Comprehensive Plan Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that Staff is working on the Comprehensive Rezoning project where we have to compare our current Zoning Map with the Land Development Map of the City to ensure that they match and identify any conflicts. Those conflicts translate into a recommendation of Rezoning of properties. There is information on the City’s website related to the Comprehensive Rezoning Project and a new Arc Hub site that she recommended the Commission visit on the website. There is also a display at City Hall. There will also be some Comprehensive Plan Map changes that we will be processing through later this spring. Our outreach has been to the property owners involved. There is nothing in the Comprehensive Rezoning that we would be rezoning any 7 9

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 parcels to the Historic District. This is dealing more with the base zoning of properties where particular uses can happen throughout the City. Mr. Street mentioned that he thinks this meeting has brought forth some light. Would the Commission be interested in hearing a presentation on the new LED sign boards? He did not think that this is the first or last time the Commission will hear about LED signs. Mr. Czerwinski agreed. It could be a slippery slope argument. When one person sees one then you will see others. One sign that really alerts him is on State Street near the hospital that is very bright and reflects off windows. This is the problem with modern materials. You do not have the amendments to our Design Standards and Guidelines that could address these issues (such as the sign looking more natural instead of a bright white light). He would love to learn more. Mr. Street mentioned that most towns and municipalities have regulations on how the lighting of the signs works. Ms. Horsey asked Mr. Czerwinski where was the sign located that he was referring to? Mr. Czerwinski replied that it was on the hospital side (the old pharmacy). There was a brief discussion regarding the interest of a presentation and having a consultant come in regarding the new LED sign boards. Staff will research it. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that she would refer the mentioned sign to the Code Enforcement Office to make sure that it is operating under the provisions of the City’s sign regulations. If it is flashing that means it is changing more quickly than it should or moving in ways that the Code does not allow. Mr. Street mentioned and asked Mrs. Melson-Williams to confirm that there is nothing in the Code that stipulates the brightness of the sign. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that there is some stuff regarding illumination in the Sign Regulations. There are ways that are measured, but we may not have the capability to go out and measure it ourselves. It will need to be revisited. Ms. Horsey mentioned the concern of the signs in residential neighborhoods and the signs being kept at a higher standard. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that the sign illumination standard that set a maximum level (when it becomes night) and the 8 seconds before the wording changes is describe in the Sign Regulations Code. Mr. Czerwinski mentioned that this is a monument sign verses a sign on the side of a building. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied correct. Mr. Street moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Ms. Horsey and unanimously carried 4-0. Meeting adjourned at 4:59 PM 8 10

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MARCH 18, 2021 Sincerely, Maretta Savage-Purnell Secretary 9 11

Item 2. .. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION April 15, 2021 The Virtual Meeting of the City of Dover Historic District Commission was held on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 3:30 PM using the videoconferencing system WebEx due to Delaware’s Declaration of the State of Emergency for COVID-19 with Chairman Czerwinski, presiding. Members present were Mr. Street, Ms. Horsey and Mrs. Mason. (Note: The fifth Historic District Commission member has not been appointed following the completion of the term of Mr. McDaniel.) Planning Office Staff members present were Mrs. Melson-Williams, Mrs. Savage-Purnell and Mr. Hugg. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Ms. Horsey moved for approval of the agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Street and the motion was unanimously carried 4-0. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 18, 2021 The meeting minutes of March 18, 2021 are still being prepared and will be approved at the next scheduled meeting. COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS Summary of Applications for 2020 and 2021 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that in 2020 there were two (2) items. One was a Referral of a Demolition Permit at 229 South Governors Avenue. This (demolition) has been completed. The 2019 Applications consisted of the Small Cell Wireless Facilities and the CLG Grant as information items. In 2021, there were three (3) items including application HI-21-03. Last month there were two (2) Permits referred that consisted of a Sign Permit and a Fence Permit. Chairman Czerwinski asked about the wall sign, window sign, and projecting sign for new office tenant Tax-E located at 31 West Loockerman Street. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that it was part of the next reporting diagram Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification. There is a variety of sign opportunities that are allowed. Chairman Czerwinski asked what type of sign it was. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that it was a refaced wall sign because it was a prior establishment. This is a new tenant that moved into that location. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2021 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that for the year 2021 (January-March) there have been a series of five (5) permits in the Historic District. Four of the five (5) permits were addressed by Staff and one (1) involved the Historic District Commission involving the fence at 4 The Green. The Fence Permit was issued to install a black metal picket style fencing. 12

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION APRIL 15, 2021 Other Information Updates Information Update on S-20-10 KGH Development Corporation/Bayhealth Medical Center Inc. Parking Lot Expansion at 605 and 625 S. State Street: Site Development Master Plan - Request for Information on Status of the Application involving the Scull Mansion Property. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that a cover sheet summary was included in the Historic District Commission packet. This application S-20-10 was originally filed with the Planning Commission review in the fall of 2020. At that time, the applicant asked that the consideration of the application be deferred. There has been discussion amongst the property owners, neighbors, and other interested parties. The Planning Office recently received a request from the applicant to restart the Planning Commission review process. The application will go before the Planning Commission at the meeting of April 19, 2021 as the first appearance for a public hearing. The letter of Request and Revised Plan sheet from the applicant to restart the application was also included in the packet to the Historic District Commission members. The revision shows the replacement of the Scull Mansion within Phase I and will maintain the Scull Mansion on the site for a period of at least 18-months while the discussion continues. The Planning Commission will review the Site Development Master Plan and take action. Once the Site Development Master Plan is in place for a property then each phase is subject to Administrative Site Plan submission to Staff which also includes other agency reviews. This will be necessary before any construction can start. This property is not within the local district of the Historic District Zone. However, the Scull Mansion building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Under the City’s Zoning Ordinance, it does not give it the same review process as it would if it was within the Historic District. Ms. Mason mentioned that the Old Friends of Dover will attend the virtual meeting. She was pleased to hear about the maintaining of the Scull Mansion for 18-months before proceeding to demolish. The alternative to not demolishing the building is to move it. We have talked to two (2) moving companies in the area; and unfortunately, the Scull Mansion is impossible to move. Therefore, that is no longer an option. Ms. Horsey commented that there was a Letter dated March 25, 2021 that was included in the packet in response to the Friends of Old Dover. She asked that the Letter be forwarded to the members Historic District Commission. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that Staff could make that available. The Planning Commission received copies of any correspondence and public comments related to the application as part of their packet. The Paperless Packet is posted on the City’s website for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting. If there is any additional information that is received since the posting of the packet will be forwarded to the Planning Commission members in time before their meeting. Mrs. Melson-Williams noted that while Mr. Jonathan Street is a member of the Historic District Commission the firm that he is employed with is the Engineer of record on this project. Mr. Street mentioned that he is not involved in the project. 2 13

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION APRIL 15, 2021 Department of Planning & Inspections Update Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that we have a new citizen of Dover. Samantha Bulkilvish is a Planner in our office. She and her husband Nate are the proud new parents of baby Meredith who arrived on April 7, 2021. The City’s office buildings are open with limitations related to occupancy levels and mask wearing is required. Mr. Hugg mentioned that the City has a new City Manager, Mr. Randy Robertson. He has been here roughly 45-days. He comes from Aberdeen, Maryland. He retired with 30 years of service with the United States Army. He is very interested in the history of Dover and already engaged in the issues related to the Downtown and historic buildings. He is very approachable and very interested in supporting the Department and Staff and the work that we do. The City has a new newsletter, “The Dover Dispatch”. You can sign up on the City’s website to receive the free electronic newsletter. NEW APPLICATIONS - None NEW BUSINESS Review of Permits Referred to Commission HI-21-03 Referral of Demolition Permit #21-316 Existing Building at 129 South Bradford Street – Referral by the City Planner to the Historic District Commission for Review of Architectural Review Certification for a Demolition Permit Application #21-316 The project proposes demolition of the existing two-story masonry and frame building. The property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone). The property is located on the east side of S. Bradford Street between W. Loockerman Street and Reed Street. The owner of record is Halpern Family Partnership Two. Address: 129 S. Bradford Street. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-02-46.00-000. Council District 2. Mrs. Melson-Williams gave a summary presentation of the Permit Application Referral for the demolition. She mentioned that Staff reviewed the Permit and gave recommendations and decided to refer the Permit to the Commission for assistance and consultation on the Architectural Review Certification. Included in the packet was a review of the Permit by Planning Staff. Also included in the packet was a copy of the actual Building Permit submission that includes the graphics of the existing building to be demolished and the location as a vacant property. Also, included in the packet was the State of Delaware Asbestos Inspection completed Form and the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone related to Demolition activities. She also gave an overview of the Staff Report that was included in the packet. Mr. Street mentioned that he did not struggle with the demolition of unsightly buildings whether in the Historic District or not. It is obvious that you do not want to set a precedent going through a demolition. This is an ugly building and he did not know if there was anything historically significant to the building at the back structure, but it’s not to the brick structure. Is that a 3 14

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION APRIL 15, 2021 significant loss with the addition of the brick structure and can any of it be saved regardless of what you do? He did not know if they had the reservations of them tearing it down. He is curious to know what they want to do with it, but that should not be a stipulation of the Demolition Permit. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that she did not know integrity wise when the addition was completed or what the effect was on the frame structure of the building. The building is listed as part of a collection of buildings on the National Register in a district setting. Ms. Mason mentioned that the building was just left to disintegrate and she could understand if it would be beyond the point of saving. Before we give permission for them to demolish the building, the Commission would like to know what the property owner plans to put in the location once the building is demolished. She would like for the property owner to have a plan. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that certainly at a minimum there would need to be how they intend to stabilize the location (spot) where the building was located (footprint). It cannot be just left as dirt. If there is a basement, they would need to bring the surface to grade. There appears to be somewhat of a slope to the property from the rear towards Bradford Street. Future redevelopment of the property would be subject to other review processes involving review by the Historic District Commission depending on what they were planning (looking) to do there. Ms. Mason mentioned that it does strike her when you walk around Dover (the intersection of Division and Bradford Street) there are three (3) empty lots. Dover does not need any more empty lots. Ms. Horsey added to Ms. Mason comments about when she was a member of the Design Committee. She also mentioned buildings that were demolished on Loockerman Street (with the plan to put something back in its place). The buildings on Governors and Division that were also demolished with the same excuse that this applicant wants to use. The Demolition By Neglect is exactly what they are trying to do here. We need to hold property owners and developers accountable. She would like to know what is going on the above-mentioned lots. Bradford Street used to be a very thriving street 10-15 years ago. She will never vote for a building to be demolished if there is no plan in place because the Historic District Guidelines specifically states that putting parking on an empty lot should be highly discouraged. Why should we allow developers to demolish a building just because they do not want to take care of it? What are they going to do with the brick? Chairman Czerwinski commented that he has walked by the house many times looking in the windows and questioning what they were thinking when this was done. The actual façade of the original building is torn away. From an architectural integrity point of view, the building is gone. He does not have any problems with the building being demolished. He has a legacy issue for the Historic District Commission because it was done prior to the Commission’s existence. This is something the Commission tries to avoid at all cost. If you look at where the building is located on three sides, there is a parking lot. The original context of the building disappeared years ago when they built the parking lot across the street. Whatever they plan to do with the Lot has to come before the Historic District Commission. The property is owned by the Halpern Family 4 15

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION APRIL 15, 2021 Partnership Two which is a private entity group. The building is an eyesore. Mr. Street stated that he agreed with Chairman Czerwinski and Ms. Horsey. Ms. Horsey asked Mr. Street if he knew whether there was a plan for the property owner to move forward or if he knew anything regarding parking. She mentioned to inform the property owners that this is not the way to get a building demolished (by neglect). She does not think there is a parking issue Downtown although others think there is. She wanted to know in the motion can it be stated that the Lot cannot become a parking lot. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that there is parking that exists on the property. It is unclear if the pavement would be removed with demolition of the building. She doubts that this is the intent. The couple of parking spaces that exist on the property will likely continue to exist. To expand that parking lot will require a review process. Parking lots as the only use on a property that is zoned C2 is subject to a Conditional Use review for its development. For example, if they were looking to expand the parking to where the building footprint is currently, it would require a filing of a Conditional Use Site Plan, Planning Commission review and approval as well as a move through the Historic District Commission for Architectural Review Certificate because it’s in the Historic District. There will need to be some type of stabilization for the removal of the building for that area brought to grade and seeded for a grass surface. Covering it with gravel is not the preferred option because it would invite additional parking usage that is not be permitted without the formal review process; and, gravel is not an approved parking surface in other parts of the Code. Representative: Mr. Joel Halpern Mr. Halpern stated that the building is old, and it was converted to apartments years ago. He has been a little behind and setback with the City as to what has been going on Downtown. We decided that rather than leave the building up as an eyesore that we would demolish the building. The plan is to stone and tar it for now until we decide whether we want to put a parking lot in the area for the City. The main goal is to demolish the building because it looks terrible. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that the method of stabilizing that with the stone and tar would be creating a paving surface where parking would be anticipated to happen. In order to do that type of stabilization, it would require a review of a Conditional Use Site Plan because you really are creating a parking lot. Mr. Halpern stated that he really did not have any plans for the lot. His goal is to make the area look better. If you say put a chain around the area, then he will do that. He just wants to demolish the building because as he previously mentioned, it looks terrible. He cannot handle all these rules and regulations, that is not his forte. You tell me what you would like for me to do. If you want him to leave the building there, then he will leave it there. It will save him money. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that it would need to be brought to grade and stabilized with landscaping or plant grass. It looks like there is a basement for part of the building. The Committee did not have any questions. 5 16

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION APRIL 15, 2021 Motion Mr. Street moved to approve the Demolition Permit #21-316 and file # HI-21-03 Architectural Review Certification with conditions that the stabilization (landscaping and surface brought to grade, planting of grass or other vegetation) of the area should be completed as per the Code Requirements and Zoning Regulations. The motion was seconded by Ms. Mason and unanimously carried 4-0. Roll Call Vote • Ms. Horsey – Yes • Ms. Mason – Yes • Mr. Street – Yes • Chairman Czerwinski – Yes The motion was approved 4-0. OLD BUSINESS Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Update on FFY2019 CLG Grant: Update to Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that they still have the ability to utilize the FFY2019 CLG Grant to do the update to the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. Staff has not had the opportunity to work on this since the March meeting. This Grant was to seek consultant assistance to focus on the updates to the Design Standards and Guidelines predominantly looking at how we should approach modern technology and materials in the Historic District. Chairman Czerwinski mentioned that realistically it looks like this will not happen again this year. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that timeframe for the use of the Grant may actually extend into next fiscal year due to COVID-19. It will not be completed by July. Mr. Street asked if there was anything the Commission could do to help this along. Mrs. Melson- Williams replied that she was not actually sure. The dollar amount allows us to use a simpler process to retain the consultant services. The Project Narrative that was included in your packet had a much more involved scenario for the project. It may have to be revised from a scope prospective. Any changes or updates to Design Standards and Guidelines would have to be a public process. Mr. Street mentioned that he sees it as bringing a consultant on board so that we can look at the modern technology and materials; and Mrs. Melson-Williams is mentioning that it is going to be a public process. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied if it is going to be an addendum to the design manual of the Design Standards and Guidelines, it has to be formally adopted. 6 17

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION APRIL 15, 2021 Chairman Czerwinski mentioned that he agreed with Mr. Street because it is just a technical reference. He asked how would this be public? Mr. Street replied that he thinks Mrs. Melson- Williams is saying that if (for example) it was dealt with on a stormwater side and the State changed the regulations then it has to be open to the public. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that the Grant Application was focused on prepping a document and it did not include a timeframe that it would take to adopt the document for use. Implementation of 2019 Comprehensive Plan Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the City has to do a Comprehensive Rezoning project where we have to compare our current Zoning Map with the Land Development Map of the City to ensure that they match and identify any conflicts. With the Comprehensive Rezoning, we have identified roughly 160 properties where Staff is recommending that the zoning be changed so that the zoning and Land Use classification matches. We are getting ready to start the formal review process. We anticipate it going to First Reading by the end of the month and to Planning Commission in May and Council in June. Along with that there are some amendments to the Comprehensive Plan as text changes to the Land Use Matrix and the Land Development Plan Map. There is information on the City’s website related to the Comprehensive Rezoning project. There is also an ArcGIS Hub site that allows access to mapping tools. There is nothing in the Comprehensive Rezoning that we would be rezoning any parcels to the Historic District (H zone). Chairman Czerwinski asked if there were any properties in the Historic District. Mrs. Melson- Williams replied yes, but there are no changes to the H zone. Chairman Czerwinski asked if you could have commercial versus residential changes within the Historic District. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied yes. Chairman Czerwinski mentioned that it is important that the Historic District Commission understand the changes. Perhaps we could have maps and a discussion. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that at the next meeting we can highlight and go over/show the properties that are affected. Chairman Czerwinski asked if there were any changes to the building on 304 South State Street. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied yes, it’s a property between North Street and The Green. Mr. Hugg has had some recent conversations regarding looking at some potential options with the property owners regarding the building. To date we have not received any Permit submission. Once the Permit is received, it may come before the Historic District Commission for evaluation of the Architectural Review Certification. Ms. Horsey moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Street and unanimously carried 4-0. Meeting adjourned at 4:55 PM Sincerely, Maretta Savage-Purnell Secretary 7 18

Item 3. City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2021 Updated thru June 30, 2021 FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS HI-21-01 Referral of Sign 46 S Bradford Street, Sign Permit Permit #21-188 referred to HDC by City Permit Application received 3/2/2021. Permit #21-188 The Peoples Church Planner on 3/9/2021 for consultation tesubmission of revised Sign Design per The Peoples on Architectural Review Certification; HDC recommendation received in order to Church at 46 S 3/18/2021 HDC recommended process Permit subject to conditions. Bradford St approval of ArchRevCert subject to Permit issued 5/17/2021. conditions HI-21-02 Referral of Fence 4 The Green, Mixed Fence Permit Permit #21-147 referred to HDC by City Permit Application received 2/16/2021. Permit #21-147 at Use Building Planner on 3/9/2021 for consultation Applicant revised fence material choice on 4 The Green on Architectural Review Certification; 3/16/2021 to black metal picket style fence 3/18/2021 HDC recommended and HDC recommended approval. Permit approval of ArchRevCert for revised review completed per ArchRevCert and material choice issued 3/25/2021. HI-21-03 Referral of 129 S Bradford St Demolition Permit - Permit #21-316 referred to HDC by City Permit Application received 4/1/2021 on Demolition Building Planner on 4/6/2021 for consultation demolition of entire building. Referred to Permit #21-316 on Architectural Review Certification; HDC for Review on 4/15/2021.Permit Building at 129 S 4/15/2021 HDC recommended review completed per ArchRevCert and Bradford St approval to allow for demolition. issued 5/6/2021. HI-21-04 Lands of King of 30 The Green (and Site Plan for Parking Review for Architectural Review Site Plan filed for review by Historic District Clubs, LLC: 123 Bank Lane) Lot Improvements Certification of Site Plan; Public Commission. It will also be subject to Parking Lot Hearing and Review scheduled for HDC Administrative Site Plan. Improvements are Improvements on 7/15/2021 associated with future Kent County Family Court Project. 19

Item 3. City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2020 Updated thru June 30, 2021 FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS HI-20-01 Referral of 229 South Governors Demolition Permit - Permit #20-47 referred to HDC by City Permit Application received 1/14/2020. Demolition Avenue, Action Tire Building Planner 2/11/2020 for consultation on Permit approved for issuance per HDC Permit #20-47 Architectural Review Certification; action. Building Demolished. Commercial/ 2/20/2020 HDC recommended Vehicle Service approval of ArchRevCert Building HI-20-02 CLG Grant Certified Local Information File Notice of Eligibility for Grant Notice of Intent due October 16, 2020: Application for Government 10/2/2020; Notice of Intent Due to Email submitted of intent to file. Full FFY2020 Application for Grant SHPO Application due October 30, 2020. Working Funding with SHPO and other City Staff on refining Grant Project activities. Later decision to only focus on FFY2019 Grant. 20

Item 4. ummary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 021 - Updated Thru 6-30-2021 ATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 1/21/2021 20-1228 204 W Loockerman St, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations for tenant Bayard Building Renovations required for interior work. fitout for retail space on first floor. 1/26/2021 20-1324 103 S. Governors Avenue, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations for new bunks Dover Fire Department Renovations required for interior work. and office spaces. Station #1 2/1/2021 20-508 4 The Green Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations for closet Renovations required for interior work. space. 3/17/2021 20-1210 31 W Loockerman St, Tax-E Sign Permit Staff Approval. Installation of wall sign, window Office sign, and projecting sign for new office tenant Tax-E. 3/25/2021 21-147 4 The Green Fence Permit HDC Approval of ArchRevCert for Approval by HDC on 3/18/2021 Fence, HI-21-02 following Referral of Permit. Applicant revised to black metal picket fence from chainlink. 4/23/2021 21-12 6 S State Street, Law Offices Building Permit - Exterior Staff Approval. Installation of awning (Small pent roof with brackets over exterior stair at side entry. 4/12/2021 21-234 417 Federal Street, Jesse Roof Permit Staff Approval Replace flat roof and repairs to Cooper Building sloped tile roof and skylight areas. 4/20/2021 21-325 46 S. Bradford St, People's Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations to shower, Church Renovations required for interior work. toilet rooms, laundry areas. 5/17/2021 21-188 46 S. Bradford St, People's Sign Permit Staff Approval per HDC Replacement of monument sign to Church recommendation of ArchRevCert HI- include Electronic Message Center 21-02. (LED). Subject to conditions established by HDC Review. 5/6/2021 21-316 129 S Bradford St Demolition Permit Staff Approval per HDC Demolition of brick & frame two- recommendation of ArchRevCert HI- story building as subject to 21-03. conditions established by HDC Review. 21

Item 4. ummary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification 021 - Updated Thru 6-30-2021 ATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 5/21/2021 21-560 5 E Reed St, Weyant Hall Roof Permit No Planning Staff Review of Permit; Replacement of roof materials. however, Staff consultation on Project underway and includes project prior to application. scaffolding for roof access. 5/27/2021 21-633 1 The Green Roof Permit Staff Approval. Replacement of asphalt shingle roof. 22

Item 5. City of Dover ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW STAFF REPORT Before Dover Historic District Commission July 15, 2021 Application: Lands of King of Clubs, LLC: Parking Lot Improvements, HI-21-04 Project Location: Southeast corner of The Green and Bank Lane Property Addresses: 30 The Green (associated with 123 Bank Lane) Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-03-34.00-000 ED-05-077.09-03-33.00-000 Owner: King of Clubs, LLC Present Zoning: RGO (General Residence and Office Zone) H (Historic District Zone) Existing Uses: Office Building with Parking Lot Proposed Uses: Office Building with Parking Lot (Expanded) Site Acreage: 0.3983 acres Project Description: The Historic District Commission will act on a recommendation for an Architectural Review Certificate for the Parking Lot Improvements project at 30 The Green. It is associated with an Administrative Site Plan. This application consists of a project involving the construction associated with parking lot reconfiguration and parking improvements at 30 The Green. The property is zoned RGO (General Residence and Office Zone) and is subject to the H (Historic District Overlay Zone). The project is also associated with the future redevelopment of the existing parking lot at 123 Bank Lane; a property that is zoned IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone). The properties are located at the southeast corner of The Green and Bank Lane and along the south side of Bank Lane. The owner of record is King of Clubs, LLC. Addresses: 30 The Green and 123 Bank Lane. Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-03-34.00-000 and ED-05-077.09-03-33.00-000. Council District 4. Property Information: The project site is located with the local Historic District Zone (H) and subject to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §21 and referenced sections. This building on the property is known as the Old Farmer’s Bank Building. The main section of the building faces directly onto The Green and has rear additions extending to the west. The rear of the property extends west along Bank Lane and includes a lawn area and parking lot. Currently, the parking lot expands onto the adjacent property at 123 Bank Lane. P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 Community Excellence Through Quality Service 23

Item 5. HI-21-04 Lands of King of Clubs, LLC; Parking Lot Improvements at 30 The Green Architectural Review Staff Report for Historic District Commission July 15, 2021 Meeting Page 2 of 5 This building is located within the boundaries of a National Register Historic District, specifically the Dover Green Historic District. It is a listed as a contributing resource of this National Register Historic District. Provided below is the building summary from the building inventory listing found within the National Register nomination completed for the Dover Green Historic District (nomination completed 1973-76, amended 1979, 1984). The building is identified as K-394.37 and as K-225 in the Delaware Cultural Resource Survey. K-394.37 30 The Green – Old Farmers Bank Building – 1850’s; brick running bond, 2 ½ story, 3 bay. This Italianate structure has a hipped roof and a dentil cornice with paired brackets and scroll-like modillions. Below the cornice is a decorative raised brick pattern which resembles a row of multiple upside down crosses. There are large brick pilasters at the corners of the primary façade and on each side of the center bay. The first floor windows are tripled arched. The second floor has five bays – two pairs of arched windows and a double arch window in the center. The windows are surrounded by a raised brick frame and there is a stone keystone connecting the first and second floor windows on the northernmost bay. There is a decorative stone frontispiece with pilasters, ancones, and large cornice. On the west side is a gable roofed wing and on the south side a wood porch, with turned posts and balusters. A series of historic maps were reviewed by Planning Staff for preliminary information on this corner of The Green and Bank Lane. The subject site, the street. The 1859 A.D. Byles Map of Kent County (Dover insert) shows this building labeled as a Bank. The building is again labeled as the “Farmers Bank” on the 1868 Beers Map published by Pomeroy & Beers. The Farmers Bank building continues to be shown on the 1885 Bird’s Eye View of Dover with several other structures in the western portion of the property. The 1887 Map of the Town of Dover by W.R. Roe also shows the building as the “Farmers Bank of the State of Delaware” with several accessory structures at the rear (mid-block of Bank Lane). The series of Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps is also a reference source for information on the building which occupied this property over time. The 1897-1944 Sanborn Maps series show this property with a two story building with two story rear additions to west side of the building. It is among the multiple residential buildings that encircled the west side of The Green. However, it is noted first as a Bank that later labeled as a dwelling and then Offices by the mid-twentieth century. A number of small one story additions are also added to the building over time. This property was previously reviewed for Architectural Review Certification in 2002 for building related projects of a Porch Renovation/Enclosure project and Accessible Walkways & Ramp project as Application HI-02-03. PROJECT PROPOSAL (Drawings dated 6/11/2021): The application proposes construction to expand and reconfigure the parking lot in the backyard area of 30 The Green. These Parking Lot Improvements are related to a future project for development of the Kent County Family Court Project which will include the property at 123 Bank Lane where this property currently has parking. The elements of the project are as follows: 24 2

Item 5. HI-21-04 Lands of King of Clubs, LLC; Parking Lot Improvements at 30 The Green Architectural Review Staff Report for Historic District Commission July 15, 2021 Meeting Page 3 of 5 1. Parking Lot Improvements - Reconfigure and Expand: The current Parking Lot area consists of about fifteen (15) spaces and a connection to Bank Lane. After reconfiguration and expansion to the east, the Parking Lot is proposed to consist of one handicapped accessible space and twenty-one (21) regular spaces. All parking spaces are perpendicular to the central two-way drive aisle which will travel across the adjacent property to the west to access Bank Lane. The existing pavement areas will be resurfaced and expanded with asphalt pavement. 2. Waiver Request: Elimination of Upright Curbing: The upright curbing for parking lots and drive aisles is required the requirements of Article 6 Section 3.6(b) of the Zoning Ordinance. As no upright curbing is proposed for the parking lot, a series of concrete parking bumpers are placed at the head of each parking space. Planning Staff approves this Waiver recognizing the lack of upright curbing for the parking lot areas as an existing condition and also as more appropriate for the character of the area. It also helps to facilitate stormwater management for runoff to grassy areas 3. Sidewalks: A new short sidewalk of concrete will connect the Parking Lot to Bank Lane. The property has existing concrete sidewalks along the public street frontage of Bank Lane and a brick paver sidewalk along the front building elevation on The Green. 4. Tree Planting and Landscaping: The Parking Lot expansion will require the removal of two existing trees along the southern property line. The project proposes two new trees in the parking lot islands at the western edge of the lot; there are also shrub plantings proposed under the trees. Additional landscape plantings of shrubs are proposed at the east end of the Parking Lot as a screening element and as a transition to the remaining lawn area. 5. Fencing: Black aluminum picket style decorative fence is proposed along the north property line between the Parking Lot and the sidewalk along Bank Lane. The fence height is not specified. A gate opening is shown for the new sidewalk connection leading to/from Bank Lane. Review of DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES The subject project site is located in the Dover Historic District Zone within The Green Historic Context. The Green Historic Context is described on pages 2-3 through 2-5. Location within the Dover Historic District Zone requires proposals for demolition, new construction, additions, and certain renovation or rehabilitation activities to existing buildings to receive an Architectural Review Certificate. As stated in the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone, an Architectural Review Certificate will be granted “if it is found that the architectural style, general design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement location and materials affecting the exterior appearance are generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the traditional architectural standards of the historic district.” In accordance with Article 10 §3.2, the Historic District Commission will provide a recommendation to the Planning Commission regarding the project’s compliance with the architectural review standards. 25 3

Item 5. HI-21-04 Lands of King of Clubs, LLC; Parking Lot Improvements at 30 The Green Architectural Review Staff Report for Historic District Commission July 15, 2021 Meeting Page 4 of 5 This proposal should be reviewed for conformity with the design criteria and development guidelines found in the Design Standards and Guidelines of Chapter 3: Maintenance, Repair, Preservation, and Restoration of Existing Historic Buildings. More specifically the sections on Design Guidelines for Landscaping and Site Amenities, Fencing and Walls, Paving and Bordering, and Parking Lots found on pages 3-24 through 3-27. These guidelines highlight the consideration that should be given to the areas surrounding buildings including the choice of materials. It notes that fences in the Historic District should not exceed four (4) feet in height. Also, the Design Guidelines recommend that 20% of parking lots should be unpaved and planted. STAFF COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS The following are Staff comments and recommendations for this application regarding project activities and Architectural Review Certification. 1) Staff recommends conditional approval of the Architectural Review Certificate for the Parking Lot Improvements at 30 The Green. The design of the Parking Lot Improvements generally follows the guidelines for these types of site improvements within the local Historic District. In the case of this project, a portion of the parking area exists, and the applicant is making improvements and adding screening elements which will be more in compliance with the Design Standards and Guidelines for such facilities. This recommendation is made subject to the following comments and suggested revisions. 2) The following conditions are recommended by Staff to improve project’s compliance with the recommended guidelines of the Design Standards and Guidelines. The following are recommended conditions: a. The fence should be constructed of the black metal decorative fencing in a picket style pattern not to exceed four (4) feet in height. b. Utilize black posts for any signage elements to be attached to posts i.e. handicapped parking signage and any traffic control signs. c. Any light fixtures/poles utilized on the property for site lighting should utilize a black finish color. d. Ensure proposed trees are appropriate to urban planting setting in the confirm parking lot islands. 3) Some of the site improvements/amenities were not specifically described with the application information. Please provide information for consideration and discussion. a. Clarify the surface treatment (lawn areas, plantings, type of mulch, etc.) of the parking lot islands and at the east shrub planting area. b. Based on the number of parking spaces, the property will require two bicycle parking spaces. The bicycle parking rack should be black in finish color and of a decorative style. 4) As a current access point along Bank Lane will be eliminated, the depressed sidewalk and curb segment at that location are to be improved. The curbing is a granite curb in this area. The applicant will need work with the City of Dover Department of Public Works regarding this curb and sidewalk improvement due to its impact to a City street. It is 26 4

Item 5. HI-21-04 Lands of King of Clubs, LLC; Parking Lot Improvements at 30 The Green Architectural Review Staff Report for Historic District Commission July 15, 2021 Meeting Page 5 of 5 recommended that they consult to see to any granite curbing is available from the City for reinstallation. a. Add information on these improvements in the right-of-way to the Plan. 5) The applicant should be aware of the potential for historic archaeological resources which may include previous building locations, wells, privies, etc. on the property. The State Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs can provide technical assistance when dealing with archaeological resources including previous studies at the subject location. 6) In the event, that major changes and revisions to the design, materials, or site layout occur in the finalization of the plan and/or construction drawings contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. These changes may require resubmittal for review by the Historic District Commission. 7) The plan for this project is also subject to the application and review process for Site Development Plan (Article 10 §2 of the Zoning Ordinance) through Administrative Site Plan Review; this review is also underway. The following are Site Plan revisions noted through the start of this initial review: a. Several adjacent properties including 123 Bank Lane were recently rezoned to IO (Institutional and Office Zone). b. The zoning of this property is RGO (General Residences and Office Zone) and H (Historic District). c. The Landscape Plan must be prepared and certified by the appropriate design professional per the Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 16. d. Additional technical items for compliance with the Zoning Ordinance and other regulations may be identified during the Administrative Plan Review Process. 8) The applicant shall be aware that the Building Permit for the fence installation and the Parking Lot Improvement project is required to track the construction activities on the property. The permit applications must comply with the approvals and conditions granted through the Architectural Review Certification and Site Plan Review process. Historic District Commission Action Required The Historic District Commission shall consider the proposal and provide a recommendation to in regards to the Architectural Review Certification for the project site development plan for Parking Lot Improvements. The recommendation should reflect consideration of the Design Standards and Guidelines. Attachments: • Application Submission Letter • Aerial Exhibit Plan Map • Photograph Series of Existing Conditions (View along Bank Lane) • Site Plan Set (6 pages: C001, C101, C201, C901, C902, L101) 27 5

Duffield Associates, LLC 5400 LimestoneItem Road 5. Wilmington, DE 19808 Phone: 302.239.6634 Fax: 302.239.8485 duffnet.com June 11, 2021 Via Hand Delivery Ms. Dawn E. Melson-Williams, AICP Principal Planner City of Dover 15 Loockerman Plaza Dover, DE 19901 RE: Project No. 12598.CE (Duffield) Historic District Commission and Administrative Site Plan King of Clubs LLC Parking Tax Parcel No. ED05-077.09-03-34.00 Dover, Kent County, DE Dear Ms. Melson-Williams: Duffield Associates, LLC (Duffield) is pleased to submit our Application for Historic District Commission Review and Administrative Site Plan Review for King of Clubs, LLC Parking Lot. The project site is located at the intersection of Bank Lane and The Green, in Dover, Kent County, Delaware. The site is comprised of Tax Parcel No. ED05-077.09-03-34.00 consisting of approximately 0.40 acres and is currently zoned RG-O (Residence and Office) and HD (Historic District). The site is situated within an established area of office buildings along The Green in the City of Dover, Delaware. The site is currently occupied by a two-story office building, parking lot, grassed yard, and landscaping. The purpose of this project is to replace existing parking spaces on the adjacent lot (ED05- 077.09-03-33.00) because of the future Kent County Family Courthouse project. The additional parking does not cause the site to exceed the 85% lot coverage requirement and will be screened by plantings and fence that is characteristic to the surrounding area. As a part of this application, we are requesting a waiver from Appendix B, Article 6 Section 3.6.B of the City of Dover. Approval of this waiver will allow for sheet flow drainage from the parking lot area and driveways to leave the site and prevent any low spots or pooling. Precast concrete wheel stops are proposed for each parking space. This is similar to the existing condition of the parking lot. Please do not hesitate to contact us, if you have any questions or comments with regard to the above items. We appreciate your review of this project. Very truly yours, DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES, INC. K. James Taylor, Jr., P.E. Project Engineer AR/KJT:acj 12598.0621-Dover-SitePlan.COR.docx cc: The Malmberg Firm, LLC Bill Lenihan, Tevebaugh Associates Mark Dunkle, Parkowski, Guerke & Swayze, P.A. Enhancing our community one project at a time. 28

Item 5. NOR TH DATE: JUNE 11, 2021 AERIAL EXHIBIT DESIGNED BY: AR DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES SCALE: Soil, Water & the Environment DRAWN BY: AR 1" = 50' 5400 LIMESTONE ROAD KING OF CLUBS, LLC PARKING LOT WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232 TEL. 302.239.6634 PROJECT. NO. FAX 302.239.8485 CHECKED BY: KJT 12598.CE 30 THE GREEN OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY SHEET: EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE FILE:KING-Aerial-12598CE E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM 29 FIGURE 1

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Item 5. OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND, WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment SITE PLAN DUFFIELD 5400 LIMESTONE ROAD NORTH WW ATE R ST KING OF CLUBS, LLC NORTH WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232 PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM TEL. 302.239.6634 PARKING LOT EN GRE N THE GREE R ST THE ATE WW FAX 302.239.8485 NE K LA SITE BAN S ST S ST 30 THE GREEN OVE ATE E K LAN BAN ATE WS SG ST S NE KING-Index-12598CE OVE ST R ST ATE SG VE P.E. #21140 KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E. WW RS A T CHECKED BY: SITE RNO R RNO S AV E DOVER, DELAWARE SOU TH S T FILE NAME: KJT 6/11/2021 DESIGNED BY: STATE: DELAWARE DRAWN BY: AR AR LOCATION MAP SCALE: 1" = 200' LOCATION MAP SCALE: 1" = 800' CHK'D BY x SITE DATA: 1. APPLICATION NO.: DATE GENERAL NOTES: 2. TAX PARCEL NOS.: ED05-077.09-03-34.00 1. ALL CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY LAWS AND 3. SITE ADDRESS: 30 THE GREEN DOVER, DE 19901 THE CITY OF DOVER ROAD CODE AND STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS, MOST CURRENT EDITION. 4. SOURCE OF TITLE: D 0675 0057 2. EXISTING UTILITIES ARE SHOWN FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE CONTRACTOR, BUT THE COMPLETENESS OF ACCURACY OF THE SAME IS NOT GUARANTEED. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL 5. LEGAL OWNER: KING OF CLUBS, LLC DETERMINE THE LOCATION AND ELEVATION OF EXISTING UTILITIES AT HIS OWN EXPENSE. THE 30 THE GREEN x x x x x DOVER, DE 19901 CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DAMAGES AND REPAIRS TO EXISTING UTILITIES REVISION DURING CONSTRUCTION. 6. SITE ACREAGE: EXISTING: 0.3983± ACRES PROPOSED: 0.3983± ACRES 3. THE EXISTING UTILITIES SHOWN WERE TAKEN FROM THE BEST AVAILABLE RECORDS. THE 7. ZONING: RG-O (RESIDENCE AND OFFICE ZONE) CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT MISS UTILITY OF DELMARVA (1-800-282-8555) TO VERIFY THEIR EXACT HD (HISTORIC DISTRICT) LOCATION PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY CONSTRUCTION. ANY DAMAGE INCURRED TO ANY UTILITIES 8. LAND USE: EXISTING: OFFICE SHALL BE REPAIRED IMMEDIATELY AT THE CONTRACTORS' EXPENSE. IF THE CONTRACTOR RELIES PROPOSED: OFFICE ON THE UTILITY LOCATIONS SHOWN HEREON, HE DOES SO AT HIS OWN RISK AND WILL NOT BE ENTITLED TO ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION DUE TO THE DELAYS FROM SAID RELIANCE. 9. NUMBER OF LOTS: EXISTING: 1 PROPOSED: 1 4. ALL ROADS, PARKING AND OTHER PAVED AREAS WILL BE PRIVATELY OWNED AND MAINTAINED AND 10. DATUM: HORIZONTAL: NAD 83 DE STATE PLANE ARE NOT INTENDED FOR DEDICATION. VERTICAL: N.A.V.D. 1988 5. DELAWARE REGULATIONS PROHIBIT THE BURIAL OF CONSTRUCTION DEMOLITION DEBRIS, 11. BENCHMARK: MAG NAIL SET #3 INCLUDING TREES AND STUMPS ON CONSTRUCTION SITES. ANY SOLID WASTES FOUND DURING N 420972.34'± No. - - EXCAVATION MUST BE REMOVED AND PROPERLY DISPOSED. E: 625291.28'± ELEV.=28.71' 6. ALL HANDICAPPED PARKING DEMARCATION, STALLS AND BUILDINGS ACCESSIBLE ROUTES SHALL 12. DISTRICT AND BULK STANDARDS (RG-O): REQUIRED PROVIDED COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT AND ANSI A117.1-1998 ACCESSIBLE AND MINIMUM LOT WIDTH: 100 FT 61 FT USABLE BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES. MINIMUM FRONT YARD SETBACK: 30 FT 11 FT MINIMUM SIDE YARD SETBACK: 15 FT 0 FT KING OF CLUBS, LLC 7. THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. ALL MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT: 35 FT 35 FT CONSTRUCTION MUST BE DONE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT MAXIMUM GROSS FAR: 0.50 0.34 LOT COVERAGE: 85% 70.96% OF 1970 AND ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS THERETO APPURTENANT. 30 THE GREEN 13. LAND DEVELOPMENT DATA: 8. BEFORE THE CONTRACTOR CAN BEGIN CONSTRUCTION, HE MUST OBTAIN THE PROPER PERMITS AND/OR APPROVALS FROM THE CITY OF DOVER, KENT CONSERVATION (KCD), DELAWARE EXISTING BUILDINGS: 3,295 S.F. [0.0756 AC.] (18.98%) DOVER, DE 19901 EXISTING OTHER IMPERVIOUS: 4,614 S.F. [0.1059 AC.] (26.66%) DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DELDOT), AND APPROPRIATE STATE AND COUNTY AGENCIES EXISTING OPEN SPACE: 9,441 S.F. [0.2167 AC.] (54.42%) AS REQUIRED. EXISTING STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AREAS: 0 S.F. [0.0000 AC.] EXISTING TOTAL: 17,350 S.F. [0.3983 AC.] (100.0%) 9. ALL CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS SHALL BE ACCORDING TO THE CITY OF DOVER AND PROPOSED BUILDINGS: 3,295 S.F. [0.0756 AC.] (18.98%) THE STATE OF DELAWARE STANDARDS AND CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS. LEGEND PROPOSED OTHER IMPERVIOUS: 9,017 S.F. [0.2070 AC.] (51.98%) OWNER: PROPOSED OPEN SPACE: 5,038 S.F. [0.1157 AC.] (29.04%) 10. TRAFFIC AND SAFETY CONTROL SHALL BE MAINTAINED DURING CONSTRUCTION IN CONFORMANCE RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE PROPOSED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AREAS: 0 S.F. [0.0000 AC.] WITH THE CURRENT VERSION OF THE DELAWARE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES PROPERTY LINE 30' 0 30' 60' PROPOSED TOTAL: 17,350 S.F. [0.3983 AC.] (100.0%) ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE 14. GROSS FLOOR AREA: 5,900 SF FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS. GOVERNMENTAL BOUNDARY LINE 11. THE SITE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES BENCHMARK DRAWING SCALE 1" = 30' 15. PARKING: OFFICE CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND 1 PER 300 SF (5,900 SF / 300 = 19.67) KING OF CLUBS, LLC PARKING LOT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT 302-736-7070 PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. A SPACES REQUIRED = 20 CAPPED REBAR FOUND REPRESENTATIVE FROM THE CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES MUST OBSERVE IRON PIPE FOUND SPACES PROPOSED = 21 (1 ADA VAN ACCESIBLE) AND APPROVE ALL CITY OWNED WATER AND SANITARY SEWER INTERCONNECTIONS AND TESTING. EASEMENT LINE 16. LIMIT OF DISTURBACE = 3,591 SF ALL WATER TAPS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A CITY OF DOVER APPROVED CONTRACTOR. THE SIGNS PROPOSED LOCATION FOR THE WATER CONNECTION MAY NEED TO BE ADJUSTED IN THE FIELD DUE ON-SITE CURB SHEET INDEX TO CONDITIONS OF THE EXISTING MAIN. POSSIBLE CONDITIONS THAT WOULD REQUIRE TAPPING C001 INDEX SHEET ON-SITE CONCRETE C101 EXISTING FEATURES / DEMOLITION PLAN RELOCATION INCLUDE PROXIMITY TO PIPE JOINTS, OTHER TAPS, CONCRETE ENCASEMENTS, CONFLICT WITH OTHER UTILITIES, AND THE LIKE. TEST HOLES MUST BE PERFORMED BY THE C201 SITE PLAN CITY OF DOVER ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE ON-SITE STRIPING C901 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS CONTRACTOR TO DETERMINE THE BEST TAPPING LOCATION OR FOR ANY WORK REQUIRED BY THE OFF-SITE CURB C902 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS CONTRACTOR TO MAKE AN APPROPRIATE AND LAWFUL CONNECTION. FIRE HYDRANT L101 LANDSCAPE PLAN PR. ON-SITE CURB 12. PART II, CHAPTER 180, ARTICLE III, SECTION 180-10 OF THE CODE OF KENT COUNTY REQUIRES THAT PR. ON-SITE STRIPING NO PERSON SHALL DISCHARGE OR CAUSE TO BE DISCHARGED ANY STORMWATER, SURFACE x x PR. FENCE WATER, UNCONTAMINATED GROUNDWATER, ROOF RUNOFF, SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE, UNCONTAMINATED NONCONTACT COOLING WATER, CONDENSATE, OR UNPOLLUTED INDUSTRIAL PROCESS WATERS TO ANY SANITARY SEWER. THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER SHALL ENSURE DURING CONSTRUCTION THAT NO ILLEGAL DISCHARGES TO THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM ARE CERTIFICATION OF OWNERSHIP: CREATED WITH THE SITE IMPROVEMENTS. INDEX SHEET 13. BOUNDARY AND TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY DATA SHOWN HERE WAS PREPARED BY TRANSITION I, THE UNDERSIGNED, HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM THE OWNER OF THE PROPERTY WHICH IS SITE PLAN ENGINEERING SURVEYING DATED FEBRUARY 16, 2021. SUBJECT OF THIS PLAN AND THAT THE LAND USE ACTION PROPOSED BY THIS PLAN IS MADE AT MY DIRECTION AND THAT I AUTHORIZE THIS PLAN TO BE RECORDED IN ACCORDANCE 14. THE ENTIRE SITE IS LOCATED WITHIN FLOOD ZONE X AS DEPICTED ON FEMA MAP #10001C0169J, WITH THE REGULATIONS OF THE NEW CASTLE COUNTY UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE. DATED JULY 7, 2014. 15. THIS SITE IS LOCATED WITHIN A SOURCE WATER PROTECTION OVERLAY ZONE (SWPOZ). 16. A WAIVER FROM THE UPRIGHT CONCRETE CURBING REQUIREMENT PER ARTICLE 6 SECTION 3.6.B OF __________ ______ __________________________________________________ THE CITY OF DOVER HAS BEEN REQUESTED. DATE KING OF CLUBS, LLC 17. THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS ARE EXEMPT FROM STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SINCE THE DISTURBANCE IS LESS THAN 5,000 SF. CERTIFICATION OF PLAN ACCURACY: 30 THE GREEN I, KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E., HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER WITH A BACKGROUND IN CIVIL ENGINEERING IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE AND THAT ALL OF THE INFORMATION ON THIS PLAN IS TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE ACCURACY REQUIRED BY ACCEPTED SURVEYING STANDARDS AND PRACTICES AND BY THE NEW CASTLE COUNTY UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE. __________ ______ __________________________________________________ DATE KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E. REGISTRATION #21140 DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES, INC. DATE: JUNE 11, 2021 SCALE: 1" = 30' PROJECT NO. 12598.CE SHEET: C001 33

Item 5. OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND, WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment LEGEND 5400 LIMESTONE ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE PROPERTY LINE ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE ZONING BOUNDARY LINE WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232 BENCHMARK CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND CAPPED REBAR FOUND PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY IRON PIPE FOUND E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM CONTOUR ELEVATION TEL. 302.239.6634 SPOT ELEVATION BUILDINGS x x FENCES SIGNS FAX 302.239.8485 BOLLARDS CURB CONCRETE ON-SITE STRIPING KING-Site-12598CE OFF-SITE SOLID STRIPING P.E. #21140 KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E. OFF-SITE BROKEN STRIPING CHECKED BY: OFF-SITE DASHED STRIPING FILE NAME: OVERHEAD ELECTRIC LINE ELECTRIC POLE LIGHT POLES SANITARY SEWER LINE KJT 6/11/2021 SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE SANITARY SEWER FLOW ARROW STATE: DELAWARE STORM DRAIN LINE STORM MANHOLE DESIGNED BY: STORM DRAIN FLOW ARROW DRAWN BY: STORM DRAIN INLET STORM ROOF DRAIN WATER MAIN WATER VALVE FIRE HYDRANT AR AR x x PR. FENCES PR. SIGNS PR. ON-SITE CURB CHK'D BY PR. ON-SITE STRIPING DATE REVISION No. - - ACCESSIBLE PARKING KING OF CLUBS, LLC BLACK ALUMINUM SIGN (SEE DETAIL C901) SCREENING FENCE 30 THE GREEN (SEE DETAIL C902) DOVER, DE 19901 5' LOD LOD x xLOD x LOD x LOD x LOD x LOD x x x LOD LOD LOD x LOD x x x xLOD LOD x LOD x x LOD OWNER: LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD CONCRETE LOD LOD SIDEWALK CONNECTION VEHICLE LOD KING OF CLUBS, LLC PARKING LOT LOD TURN-AROUND 10 LOD 18' LOD 18' 10' AREAS LOD LOD LOD LOD LO LOD D LOD LOD LOD 9' LOD CITY OF DOVER ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE LOD LOD 9' 13' LOD 18' 22' LOD RELOCATED BENCH 9' LOD 9' 1 LOD SITE PLAN SITE PLAN LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD 18' 10 LOD LOD RELOCATED LIGHT POLE 30 THE GREEN LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD CONCRETE BUMPER BLOCKS, TYP. (SEE DETAIL C902) DATE: JUNE 11, 2021 SCALE: 1" = 10' 10' 0 10' 20' PROJECT NO. 12598.CE DRAWING SCALE 1" = 10' SHEET: C201 34

Item 5. OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND, WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment 5400 LIMESTONE ROAD WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232 PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM TEL. 302.239.6634 FAX 302.239.8485 LOD LOD x xLOD x LOD x LOD x LOD x LOD x x x LOD LOD LOD x LOD x x x xLOD LOD x LOD x x LOD LOD LOD LOD IG IG LOD IG IG IG LOD LOD KING-Land-12598CE LOD LOD CHECKED BY: LOD FILE NAME: LOD 10 LOD LOD ACA LOD LOD LOD VP LOD LO LOD D JGF LOD LOD LOD CS CS DESIGNED BY: LOD DRAWN BY: CS LOD LOD CS JL JL CS LOD LOD CHK'D BY CS DATE LOD LOD LOD LOD 1 CS CS LOD SGM SGM CS LOD LOD LOD LOD SGM SGM LOD LOD LOD LOD REVISION LOD GT LOD 10 LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD 10' 0 10' 20' No. - DRAWING SCALE 1" = 10' OWNER: KING OF CLUBS, LLC 30 THE GREEN PLANT LIST TREES AND SHRUBS POST DOVER, DE 19901 KEY QUAN. BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME SIZE ROOT COMMENTS TYPE TREES ROOT BALL ACA 1 ACER CAMPESTRE HEDGE MAPLE 2.5-3" CAL. B&B CANOPY GT 1 GLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS INERMIS THORNLESS HONEY LOCUST 2.5-3" CAL. B&B CANOPY TREE SHRUBS CS 9 CORNUS SERICEA 'ALLEMANS' ALLEMANS REDOSIER DOGWOOD 24-30" HT. 5 GAL. 5' O.C. SHRUB PLANTING NOTES: IG 5 ILEX GLABRA INKBERRY 24-30" HT. 5 GAL. 5' O.C. SHRUB SGM 4 SPIRAEA JAPONICA 'GOLD MOUND' GOLD MOUND SPIREA 15-18" HT. 3 GAL. 3' O.C. SHRUB VP 1 VIBURNUM PLICATUM TOMENTOSUM DOUBLEFILE VIBURNUM 24-30" HT. 5 GAL. 5' O.C. SHRUB 1. CROWN OF ROOT BALL SHALL BEAR SAME RELATION (OR SLIGHTLY ABOVE) ES M IUS KING OF CLUBS, LLC PARKING LOT TO FINISHED GRADE AS IT BORE TO I T D 5 PREVIOUS GRADE. = 2. RA 2. DO NOT DAMAGE MAIN ROOTS OR R LL DESTROY ROOT BALL WHEN BA INSTALLING TREE SUPPORT POSTS. POSTS (3) & 1'' X 2'' WOOD 3. REMOVE HOSE AND POST AT END OF BRACES NAILED TO POSTS. GUARANTEE PERIOD (OR NO LONGER (FOR TREES OVER 3'' CAL.) CITY OF DOVER ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE THAN 12 MONTHS) 4. CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE PLAN PROTECTION AGAINST DEER RUB/RUT WHICH IS NOT DIRECTLY ATTACHED TO TRUNK. (AS APPROVED) GCS TREESTRAP #2024, AVAILABLE LANDSCAPLE PLAN FROM GCS, INC., 230 CENTER STREET, CHINA GIRL/CHINA BOY HOLLY HEDGE NORTH WALES, PA 19454. (215) 661-9070 1'' X 2'' WOOD BRACE NAILED TO NO. 10 GAUGE GALVANIZED ANNEALED 3" DEPTH (AFTER SETTLEMENT) OF SHREDDED POSTS FOR TREES OVER 3'' CAL. STEEL WIRE TWISTED 2 STRANDS SITE PLAN HARDWOOD BARK MULCH DOUBLE WRAPPED 3:1 STEEPEST ALLOWED ADJACENT TURF OR MULCH-SEE (TYPICAL) 3 PLANS POSTS TO BE WHITE CEDAR AS FOLLOWS: 1 SPECIFIED PLANTING BACKFILL 2- 2 1\2'' DIA. POST (MINOR TREE) 4' POST HEIGHT 5 MIX 3- 3 1\2'' DIA. POSTS (MAJOR TREES TO 3'' CAL.) 5' POST HEIGHT 1 5:1 SIDE SLOPE (PREFERRED 3- 3 1\2'' DIA. POSTS (MAJOR TREES OVER 3'' CAL.) 7' POST HEIGHT 6" CONDITION) (TYPICAL) POST SHALL EXTEND BELOW FINISHED GRADE 2'-6'' MIN. 3" FINISHED GRADE ROOT BALL VARIES (SHALL BE 6'' 30 THE GREEN BEYOND BALL MINIMUM.) CUT ROPES AT TOP OF BALL 3" DEPTH (AFTER SETTLEMENT) UNDISTURBED REMOVE TOP 1/3 OF BURLAP OF SHREDDED HARDWOOD MULCH. SUBGRADE NO MULCH SHOULD BE TOUCHING TREE TRUNKS 3'-0'' (MAX) MULCH RADIUS SPECIFIED PLANTING BACKFILL MIX 12" MIN 12'' (MIN.) LAWN OR FINISH GRADE 3'-4" WIDE TRENCH 5'-0" WIDE PLANTING BED (MIN) DATE: JUNE 11, 2021 DETAIL: SHRUB PLANTING CROSS SECTION RADIUS= 2.5 TIMES BALL RADIUS UNDISTURBED SOIL UNDER BALL SCALE: 1" = 10' SCALE: NOT TO SCALE SECTION PROJECT NO. 12598.CE DETAIL: TREE PLANTING SHEET: L101 SCALE: NOT TO SCALE 35

Item 6. Project Narrative FFY2019 Addendum to Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone: Modern Materials & Technologies The City of Dover is proposing a preservation planning project to evaluate and update portions of the Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone document. The result of the project will be a Draft Addendum document focusing on modern and technological advancements in materials and construction activities of items discussed in the Design Standards & Guidelines. The current Design Standards & Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone document was created1 and adopted in 1992-1993 with the formal establishment of the City’s Historic District Commission (HDC) by ordinance adopted July 26, 1993. The ordinances of the City of Dover allow for the designation and protection of historic properties. The purpose of Historic District regulations is: “to preserve and enhance that unique character and value of the old portion of Dover as an area of special charm and interest. It is particularly intended that the regulations prevent, in the historic district, any change of conditions that would be deemed to be a disfigurement or degradation of the present unique visual and architectural qualities of the district.” (Zoning Ordinance, Article 3, Section 21) The geographic boundaries of the Historic District (H) zone are established as a zoning classification. The original boundaries of the Historic District established in 1961 were generally described as extending from just north of Division Street south to South Street inclusive of the properties fronting on South State Street and The Green then east to the St. Jones River. In 1997, the boundaries of the Historic District Zone were expanded to include properties fronting on West Loockerman Street from Bradford Street to the railroad corridor and areas in the vicinity of South Governors Avenue, South Bradford Street, North Street, and Bank Lane. The areas of expansion included many commercial and residential properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Victorian Dover Historic District. See attached Map of City of Dover Historic District showing the current boundaries (shaded in orange). As a preservation and redevelopment tool, the Design Standards and Guidelines provide guidance for property owners, design professionals, staff and the Historic District Commission (and Planning Commission). The “historic district design guidelines and standards” are defined by the Zoning Ordinance as follows: “Historic district design guidelines and standards: The document adopted by the City of Dover Planning Commission as being the source reference document for construction and maintenance of buildings, structures, and additions with the Dover Historic District and which is the guiding document for the historic district commission and city planner in their review of applications for architectural review certification.” Therefore, it is utilized as a guiding document in the decision making process of reviewing of construction activities in the Historic District zone for issuance of Architectural Review Certification (Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 Section 3). Applications for Architectural Review Certification are reviewed by the City Planner (Staff), the Historic District Commission, and Planning Commission. See the following code excerpt regarding the architectural review standards. 1 The current document Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone was prepared in 1992 by John Milner Associates Inc. with funding by a grant from the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior and administered by the State Historic Preservation Office. City Planning Staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Friends of Old Dover, Main Street Dover, and other interested parties participated in the development of the document. 36

Item 6. Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 Section 3.25 Architectural review standards. (A) An architectural review certificate may be issued if it is found that the architectural style, general design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement, location and materials and structures affecting the exterior appearance are generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the traditional architectural standards of the historic district as set forth in the historic district design guidelines and standards adopted by the planning commission and as set forth in the United States Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. (B) The city planner, historic district commission or planning commission shall not consider normal maintenance and repair (see definitions, article 12), interior arrangement, or building features not subject to public view. The Zoning Ordinance references the Design Standards & Guidelines when establishing the Architectural Review Certification process for the City of Dover’s Historic District zone (H). An Architectural Review Certificate is required for a demolition, erection, reconstruction, alternation, restoration or exterior repairs on properties within the Historic District. Most projects within the Historic District are eligible for administrative review of the Architectural Review Certificate as part of the Building Permit process for such projects as signs, roof and door or window replacement, and exterior finish/siding/trim work renovations. Project activities only involving interior renovations are not subject to the Architectural Review Certification process. For example, in calendar year 2018, a total of forty-seven (47) applications (permit activity in the Historic District) were reviewed under this process with 38 Permits requiring Architectural Review Certification and 9 Permits not requiring Architectural Review Certification. 2 Historic Preservation Planning is part of a comprehensive approach to land use planning in the City of Dover. In Dover’s current plan, the 2008 Comprehensive Plan (as amended) this information is presented in Chapter 6 - Historic Preservation and associated Map 6-1. The 2008 Comprehensive Plan includes sets forth goals and a series of recommendations for each goal. The Historic Preservation Goals are as follows: Goal 1: Preserve and Protect Historic Resources Historic Goal 2: Provide and Promote Incentives for Preservation Activities Preservation Goal 3: Increase Public Information on Historic Resources Goal 4: Collaborate with Diverse Groups and Governments 2008 Comprehensive Plan, excerpt from Table 1-1: Plan Chapter Goals To achieve Goal 1, one of the adopted Recommendations was the Evaluation of Design Standards and Guidelines since the original document was adopted in the early 90s. The recommendation also suggested consideration of the standards and guidelines for the levels of protection for The Green and the Loockerman Street areas. For this project for an Addendum to the Design Standards & Guidelines, the City of Dover will seek to hire a consultant through a Request for Professional Services process to assist the Historic District Commission and Planning Staff with the project. The consultant will be required to have a Principal Investigator (PI) who meets the professional qualification standards in 36 CFR 61. Also involved in the project, the Historic District Commission consists of five (5) appointed members and the Planning Commission3 consists of nine (9) appointed members. The Planning Staff serves as staff support to the Historic District Commission and will manage the activities of this project. 2 The volume of Permit Activity in the Historic District over the past five years has averaged 52 applications a year with a majority of them eligible for Architectural Review Certification review by Staff. 3 The Planning Commission, per the Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 Section 3.25(A), is involved in the formal adoption process for the Historic District guidelines. 37

Item 6. With the project, we hope to create an Addendum to the Design Standards & Guidelines that focuses on the modern and technological advancements in materials and construction activities. In recent years, the use and role of alternative and composite materials in construction has increased with options for wood composites, PVC/vinyl products, and others. In addition, features like solar panels and other conservation related measures have become more common place. This Addendum will focus on these types of materials and items as associated with the practices for maintenance, preservation and construction activities within the Historic District. Components of the Addendum document will continue to provide guidelines for treatment of historic properties and features focusing on maintenance, repair, alternations, and preservation or restoration of existing buildings; guidelines for new construction activities (additions and new buildings), guidelines for demolition activities; guidelines for landscaping and site elements, and guidelines for signage. The document is to be consistent with the Secretary of Interior Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties (Rehabilitation Standards and Guidelines). The project will consist of a series of phases: Planning, Public Outreach, Guidelines Revision and Refinement, and Preparation of Draft Addendum Document. The following chart outlines the anticipated activities of the project. Timeframe Project Phase Activities and Products September 2019 Consultant Services Develop RFP and release. Select Consultant September – October 2019 ed Planning Meetings with Consultant, vis Staff and HDC to outline Re general project approach, be goals and format for Addendum guidelines, to determine public input ule strategy. November 2019 – January Public Outreach Analysis of guidelines. 2020 ed Conduct focus ch groups/stakeholder meetings eS and a Public Workshop. January 2020 – April 2020 am Guidelines Revision & Prepare example page format Refinement (text and photographs). Tim Meetings with Staff and HDC efr to present drafts. Review of multiple Drafts by Staff, HDC. May 2020 – June 2020 Preparation of Draft Conduct Public Workshop on Addendum Document Draft. Review of Draft by State Historic Preservation Office. The specific scope of work, tasks, and deliverables by the consultant will be further refined with Planning Staff. Electronic copies of documents are anticipated for use at meetings and posting on the City’s website for review. Subject to the selection of the consultant, the Project’s work timeframe is expected to be September 2019 through June 2020 with the formal review process to adopt the Draft Addendum Document to follow in Summer 2020 with the Historic District Commission and Planning Commission. 38