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CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AGENDA THURSDAY, December 13, 2012 - 3:00 P.M. City Hall – Conference Room ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MEETING on September 20, 2012 COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS 1. Summary of Applications 2009-2010 and 2011-2012 2. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2012 3. Training Opportunities OLD BUSINESS 1. Continuation of Review of Application for Architectural Review Certification: a. HI-12-06 Demolition of Building at 509 South State Street – Continuation of Review for Action on Architectural Review Certification for the demolition of the two-and- half story residential dwelling located at 509 South State Street. The property is zoned RGO (General Residence and Office Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone) and the SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone). The property is located on the east side of South State Street just south of the intersection with Water Street. The owner of record is the Rector, Wardens and Vestryman of Christ Episcopal Church. The property address is 509 South State Street. Tax Parcel: ED-05- 077.09-05-45.00-000. Action on this application was deferred at the September 20, 2012 meeting, as the Commission requested additional information. NEW BUSINESS 1. Application for Architectural Review Certification: a. HI-12-07 Rear Plaza Improvements at 22-24 West Loockerman Street – Public Hearing and Review for Recommendation on the Architectural Review Certification associated with the Site Plan to allow for the construction of a plaza area off the rear of the existing building adjacent to West North Street. The property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and is subject to H (Historic District Zone). The property is located on the south side of West Loockerman Street west of South State Street. The property owner is the Downtown Dover Partnership. Addresses: 22-24 West Loockerman Street. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-04-16.00-000. Council District 4. 2. Annual Meeting of Historic District Commission a. Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman b. Meeting & Deadline Schedule for 2013 3. Summary of Training Workshop: “Connecting With Your Community: Communication, Education and Outreach” ADJOURN THE AGENDA ITEMS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSION.

Summary of Permit Application with Architectural Review Certification Updated as of 12-4-2012 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 1/19/2012 11-1611 22-24 W Loockerman St Building Permit - Renovations Approval per consultation with HDC Construction Complete 12/15/2011 1/4/2012 12-0004 323 South Governors Demolition Permit - Interior Staff Approval/Not subject to ARC Interior Demolition Complete Avenue only 1/5/2012 12-0011 109 South State Street - DE Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed (post sign). Sustainable Energy Utility Office 1/23/2012 12-0026 15 & 21 The Green - Kirk- Administrative Permit - Staff Approval following information Construction began in February Short Building Exterior Restoration presentation to HDC 1/19/2012 12-0063 116 East Water Street - Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed (post sign) Delaware Interactive 1/18/2012 12-0071 420 South State Street Fence Permit Staff Approval Residential Fence. 2/2/2012 12-0103 140 South State Street - Demolition Permit - Accessory ARC Review not required as location Accessory Structure demolished W.T. Smithers Structure (Off Alley) is not in public view. Staff Approval in February 2012. of Demo Permit. 1/31/2012 12-0110 3 Loockerman Plaza - Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval Dover Library Capital Campaign Corner of PNC Bank Site fundraising thermometer sign. Temporary Sign removed. 2/13/2012 11-1300 2 North State Street - Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed (post sign). Paradee Financial 2/1/2012 12-0018 321 & 323 South Governors Building Permit - Renovations Building Permit Referral to HDC for Temporary CO issued. Siding Avenue- (New) Frankfurt Consideration; Staff Approval subject not complete. Bakery location to guidance given 2/15/2012 12-0051 305 West Loockerman Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed (Window Street - Hair Factor lettering). 2/15/2012 12-0086 34 The Green - Tenants Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed (Hanging sign). Directory at Lynn, May & Perza Building

Summary of Permit Application with Architectural Review Certification Updated as of 12-4-2012 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 2/21/2012 12-0172 207 West Loockerman Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed as reface of Street - Zuha Trend existing box sign. 2/28/2012 12-0222 301 West Loockerman Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed (Wall Sign). Street - The Tattoo Shop 3/1/2012 12-0176 406 Federal Street - Bigg's Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval Temporary Signs installed for Museum April event - The Hair Affair. Signs Removed. 3/14/2012 12-0213 140 South State Street - Building Permit - Addition ARC Review not required as location Construction Complete Fall W.T. Smithers (deck and storage enclosure) is not in public view. Staff Approval 2012 of Permit. 3/9/2012 12-0268 142 West Loockerman Sign Permit Staff Approval Sign Installed (Window sign). Street - Madison's Essentials 4/23/2012 12-435 209 South State Street - Temporary Sign Permit Approval per HI-12-03 Banner Temporary Sign installed for Wesley UM Church Program ARC Pancake Breakfast at Dover Days. Sign removed after event. 5/23/2012 12-407 33 West Loockerman Street - Building Permit - Renovations ARC Review not required as project Construction complete. CO 33 West Restaurant (Interior) work is limited in interior only issued 7/19/2012. 5/3/2012 12-467 501 South State Street - Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval Temporary Signs removed after Christ Episcopal Church VBS. 5/24/2012 12-471 406 Federal Street - Bigg's Building Permit - Interior ARC Review not required for this Phase 2 Construction Complete. Museum Renovations, Phase 2 Phase as project work is limited to CO issued 10/12/2012. interior only. Associated with HI-10- 09. 5/7/2012 12-484 54 South State Street - Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval Temporary Sign installed for Presbyterian Church of church activity and removed Dover after event. 5/29/2012 12-592 209 South State Street - Temporary Sign Permit ARC Approval granted in accordance Temporary Sign (banner) Wesley UM Church with HI-12-03 Banner Program installed for VBS. New Banner in place.

Summary of Permit Application with Architectural Review Certification Updated as of 12-4-2012 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 6/5/2012 12-576 16 The Green Building Permit - Porch Repair Staff Approval of in-kind replacement Construction Complete. of select wood elements. 6/8/2012 12-675 32 West Loockerman Street Siding Permit Not reviewed by Planning Staff. Later review of permit showed Issued by Admin Staff. project involved replacement of aluminum siding with vinyl siding in unspecified location on the building. 6/26/2012 12-692 321 & 323 South Governors Sign Permit Staff Approval Signage installed as wall Avenue- (New) Frankfurt mounted sign and freestanding Bakery location post & panel sign. 6/26/2012 12-719 33 West Loockerman Street - Sign Permit Staff Approval Window signs installed. New 33 West Restaurant projecting sign proposed over corner entry. 7/3/2012 12-780 43 The Green - John Bell Sign Permit Staff Approval Permit issued. House 7/17/2012 12-783 117-119 West Loockerman Sign Permit Staff Approval Projecting Sign installed below Street - Mitten & Winters second floor windows. 7/6/2012 12-798 205 South State Street Roof Permit - Misc. Roof Staff Approval Repairs to various roof Repairs surfaces: cedar, asphalt shingle. 7/26/2012 12-816 55 The Green - Supreme Building Permit - Renovations Approval per consultation with HDC Construction underway. Court Building for ADA Accessibility (entrance 7/19/2012 ramp) 7/26/2012 12-830 89 Kings Highway SW - Window Permit - Window Staff Approval Permit issued. Richardson & Robbins Repair and Replacement Building (DNREC) 8/16/2012 12-797 89 Kings Highway SW - Building Permit - Interior ARC Review not required as location Permit issued. Richardson & Robbins Renovations to Lab Space and is not in public view. Staff Approval Building (DNREC) exhaust hoods of Permit.

Summary of Permit Application with Architectural Review Certification Updated as of 12-4-2012 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 8/1/2012 12-851 54 South State Street - Window Permit - Window Staff Approval Construction complete. Presbyterian Church of Replacement of 8 windows Dover 8/14/2012 12-906 111 W Loockerman Street - Building Permit - Interior ARC Review not required for interior Construction complete. Amore Bridal Renovations work. Staff Approval of permit. 12-1005 205-207 W Loockerman St - Building Permit - Interior ARC Review not required for interior Permit issued. Zuha Trend Renovations work. Staff Approval of permit. 8/13/2012 8/24/2012 12-1034 32 W Loockerman St Administrative Permit - ARC Review not required for interior Associated with C-12-03. CO Change of Use for Tenant Fit- work. Staff Approval of permit. issued. out as a church. 8/15/2012 12-1066 21 W Loockerman St - Sign Permit - Repaint and Staff Approval Sign reinstalled. Dover Art League Relocate wall sign 12-1069 120 W Loockerman St Administrative Permit - ARC Approval granted in accordance Project underway. 8/22/2012 Loockerman Way Plaza with HI-11-05. 8/16/2012 12-1076 111 W Loockerman Street - Window Permit - Installation Staff Approval Project complete. Amore Bridal of display windows 8/21/2012 12-1086 103 S Bradford Street Building Permit - Replacement Staff Approval Project underway. of porch decking 9/14/2012 12-1070 120 W Loockerman St Building Permit - Parking Lot Staff Approval granted as associated Project underway. Kiosk with HI-11-05. 9/17/2012 12-1121 151-181 Kings Highway SW - Building Permit - Porch Staff Approval (limited public view of Construction underway. Hall House renovations and construction ramp from street) Footings inspected in of accessible ramp Sept/October. 10/4/2012 12-1052 200 W. Loockerman Street - Building Permit - Tenant Fit- ARC Review not required for interior Construction ongoing on Bayard Plaza out for Pharmacy work. Staff Approval of permit. building. 10/8/2012 12-1321 30 The Green - Farmer's Roof Permit - Replacement of Staff Approval. Limited visibility rear Permit issued. Bank Building section of existing asphalt of hipped roof. roof.

Summary of Permit Application with Architectural Review Certification Updated as of 12-4-2012 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 10/2/2012 12-1340 237 W Loockerman Street - Sign Permit - Wall Sign Staff Approval. Sign installed. Capital Shoe Repair 10/10/2012 12-1345 32 W Loockerman St Administrative Permit - ARC Review not required for interior Complete. CO issued. Interior Renovations for work. Staff Approval of permit. Tenant Fit-out for Hair Salon 10/9/2012 12-1361 14 Kings Highway NE - Window Permit - Replacement Staff Approval. Permit issued. Murphy School: Ehinger Hall of Arch Top Window 10/9/2012 12-1368 420 South State Street Building Permit - Accessory Staff Approval. Shed placement is Permit issued. Building (Shed) not visible from the public way. 10/11/2012 12-1407 406 Federal Street - Bigg's Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval. Temporary signage installed Museum and removed after event. 10/15/2012 12-1416 509 South State Street - Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval. Temporary signage installed Christ Church lot and removed after pumpkin sale event. 10/31/2012 12-1474 406 Federal Street - Bigg's Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval. Temporary signage installed Museum and removed after Market Fair Event. 11/19/2012 12-1420 100 W. North Street - North Administrative Permit ARC Approval granted in accordance Project underway. Street Parking Lot with HI-11-05. Consolidation Project 11/5/2012 12-1468 33 South State Street - Multi-Sign Permit Staff Approval. Post sign with sign for each tenant office building tenant installed. 11/13/2012 12-1498 11 N. State Street - Law Buidling Permit - Rear exit ARC Review not required as location Permit issued. Offices ramp and railing is not in public view. Staff Approval. improvements 11/26/2012 12-1538 111 W Loockerman Street - Sign Permit Staff Approval Projecting Sign to be installed. Amore Bridal 11/27/2012 12-1601 406 Federal Street - Bigg's Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval Temporary Sign to be installed Museum for Holiday Market event.

HI-12-07 Rear Plaza Improvements at 22-24 West Loockerman Street – Public Hearing and Review for Recommendation on the Architectural Review Certification associated with the Site Plan to allow for the construction of a plaza area off the rear of the existing building adjacent to West North Street. The property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and is subject to H (Historic District Zone). The property is located on the south side of West Loockerman Street west of South State Street. The property owner is the Downtown Dover Partnership. Addresses: 22-24 West Loockerman Street. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-04-16.00-000. Council District 4. This application was scheduled to be heard at the November 15, 2012 Historic District Commission meeting. However, the meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum. The original information on the application was provided in the packet for the November 15, 2012 meeting. This packet includes another copy of the Architectural Review Staff Report and the project drawings for this application, HI-12-07. If you have questions, please contact Planning Staff at 736-7196.