Historic District Commission Meeting Packet

CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 3:30 PM City Hall Conference Room, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware AGENDA IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL MEETING NOTICE The Historic District Commission, Meeting for October 20, 2022 will be held as an In-Person Meeting in the City Hall Conference Room. The public is welcome to attend in person. The Meeting will also be provided as a Virtual Meeting using the WebEx audio/video conferencing system as an electronic means of communication. See participation information below to join by phone or computer. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION INFORMATION City of Dover Historic District Commission Meeting of October 20, 2022 Dial: 1-605-479-3208 Event number/Access code: 2539 627 4424 Event password: DoverHDC Event Address: https://bit.ly/HDCMeeting102022 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. Written comments are accepted via mail to the City of Dover - Historic District Commission, P.O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 and via email at CompPlan@dover.de.us WELCOME ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Adoption of Minutes of May 19, 2022 2. Adoption of Minutes of August 18, 2022 1

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION - October 20, 2022 PAGE 2 COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS Summary of Activity 3. Summary of Applications 2021 and 2022 4. Summary of Architectural Review Certificates for 2022 Department of Planning & Inspections Updates Education & Training Opportunities 5. A. Preservation & Progress: Preservation Delaware's Annual Conference & Meeting on October 20-21, 2022 B. Historic District Commission Training Sessions on Design Review and Law & Procedures - Pending dates in November 2022 NEW APPLICATIONS NEW BUSINESS Review of Permits Referred to Commission 6. HI-21-07 Referral of Demolition Activities for 233-239 W. Loockerman Street - Referral by the City Planner to the Historic District Commission for Determination of Demolition by Neglect and Review of Architectural Review Certification for Demolition Activities for existing fire damaged commercial/residential building. The property was declared a Dangerous Building by City Council on August 15, 2022. The property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone). The property is located at the northeast corner of West Loockerman Street and South New Street. The owner of record is SAG Holdings, LLC. Property Addresses: 233-239 West Loockerman Street and 149 S. New Street. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-01-50.00-000. Council District 4. OLD BUSINESS Certified Local Government (CLG) Program 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 May 19, 2022 The Meeting of the City of Dover Historic District Commission was held on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 3:30 PM virtually using the videoconferencing system WebEx with Chairman Czerwinski presiding. Members present were Mr. Street and Mrs. Mason. Ms. Horsey was absent. (Note: The fifth Historic District Commission member has not been appointed following the completion of the term of Mr. McDaniel in 2020). Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that the meeting was moved to a fully Virtual format today due to a Limited State of Emergency that the Mayor proclaimed related to the COVID-19 impacts with City Staffing and City Buildings. Planning Office Staff members present were Mrs. Melson-Williams and Mr. Swierczek. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Ms. Mason moved for approval of the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Street and the motion was unanimously carried 3-0. Roll Call Vote • Ms. Horsey -Absent • Ms. Mason - Yes • Mr. Street – Yes • Mr. Czerwinski - Yes ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 24, 2022 Mr. Street moved for approval of the Meeting Minutes of April 21, 2022, seconded by Ms. Mason and the motion was unanimously carried 3-0. Roll Call Vote • Ms. Horsey -Absent • Ms. Mason - Yes • Mr. Street – Yes • Mr. Czerwinski - Yes COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS Summary of Applications for 2021 and 2022 Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that you will be looking at your 4th and 5th Applications of the year today. Most significantly, the Application that you looked at last month for the New Kent County Family Courthouse and Parking Garage project, that recommendation was forwarded to Planning Commission. Unfortunately, the Planning Commission meeting of Monday evening was postponed until June 21, 2022. At that meeting, the Planning Commission will be considering the 3

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 Site Plan and the Architectural Review Certification for the Courthouse and Parking Garage project. The other items related to Applications in 2022 was the fence at 506 S. State Street that has been installed and the associated Rezoning into the Historic District Zone for the Courthouse that has been fully approved. In 2021, we had a series of six (6) applications throughout the calendar year and most of them have made some progress towards either completion or getting started. The last one of the calendar years was the drainage improvements at the Peoples Church; that project is underway. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2022 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this is the listing of Building Permit activity within the boundary of the Historic District. There has been a total of ten (10) applications through the end of April. Six (6) of them required Architectural Review Certification. Of those ten, there were two that the Historic District Commission was involved in: the fence at 506 S. State Street and the drainage project at the Peoples Church property at 46 S Bradford Street. There were four (4) building interiors and a mix of fences, sheds, sign, and some administrative type Permits. Department of Planning & Inspections Update Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that she believed they have started interviews for the Planning Director position. There were some recent code changes in how the reporting of that position will occur. It is now a part of the City Code that the City Planner will report to the City Manager. The hiring process includes the City Manager with Council confirming the selection; and the Code now makes it clear that the City Planner is the Director of the Department of Planning and Inspections. It cleared up some of the difficulties in the Code that led to some difficulties in managing when the City Planner was reporting to City Council rather than directly to the City Manager like pretty much every department head except for the Chief of Police. As previously mentioned, there was a Limited Declaration of Emergency that the Mayor for Dover issued. It was declared as of noon today “due to the public health threat and in the best interest of the general public staff and their families, city facilities will be closed on Friday, May 20th and on Monday, May 23rd due to an increased number of positive COVID-19 cases among staff. Masks are highly encouraged for everyone, school age and above, who enter city owned facilities effective tomorrow until further notice.” Sanitation, Electric and other Divisions will still be staffed. As mentioned, they will still be collecting trash and recycling operations for the City. The City Buildings are what is closed to the public on Friday and Monday; that meaning City Hall and the customer service facility that's located at Weyant Hall or the building at 5 East Reed Street. The library will be closed Friday through Monday, as well as the Pitts Recreation Center itself. The Mayor made that declaration and we have also moved to make all the public meetings a virtual format. The Planning Office has been conducting all our boards and commissions in this hybrid format anyway, so even when we had the In-Person opportunity, we also had that Virtual Meeting set up as well. We could easily pivot this afternoon to a fully virtual scenario for the projects to be continued to be reviewed this afternoon here with the Historic District Commission. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that included in the packet was information about a Public Workshop that was held earlier this week on the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study. There is a project website that is identified on that sheet as well. This is a study that is looking at 2 4

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 the immediate environs of Dover Air Force Base. Basically, a five-mile area surrounding the Base and looking at the uses that are currently there and how we may better guide future use in those areas to ensure the continued existence and compatibility with the Air Force Base and its operations. There are a number of committees that are part of this study. The City is part of the Policy Committee and, the Technical Committee. They have been gathering a significant amount of data and Wednesday nights workshop was really a way to introduce the public to the study and the wealth of data that they are gathering. There will be more outreach opportunities as the study continues. This is a study that is funded by the Department of Defense. However, it is a joint effort of a number of agencies and consultants that make up the consultant team which includes DelDOT (the State Department of Transportation), staff at Century Engineering and the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration. If you have any interest, please take a look at this. They will have a very dynamic map viewing system that will be part of the project website where you can turn on various layers of information from land use and zoning to environmental concerns, limited information about base operations, and the like. This project is just getting started. There will be more workshops in the Fall as they look at some specific areas around the base and how to plan for their future. The other study is the Strategic Master Plan for Downtown Dover that is still underway. Mosaic Development Partners and their team have been doing a number of stakeholder meetings. This is a Master Plan that the Downtown Dover Partnership had being the lead agency. There is a survey that is out on the street at this point asking questions again that are focused on the Downtown area and people’s vision for what it is and what it could be and any excellent ideas for opportunities here in the Downtown area. Visit the website for the Downtown Dover Partnership. There is a link to their project and the project survey. Ms. Mason mentioned that she took the survey and she highly recommend that the other members take it as well. It is very interesting and informative. Mrs. Melson-Williams thanked Ms. Mason for participating. Ms. Mason replied you are welcome. Updates on Studies Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that included in your packet was information about a Public Workshop that was held earlier this week on the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study. There is a Project Website that is identified on that sheet as well to find out more information about the Compatible Use Study. This study looks at the immediate environs of the Dover Air Force Base. The City is part of the Policy Committee and the Technical Committee. They have been gathering a significant amount of data and Wednesday night’s Workshop was really a way to introduce the public to the Study and the wealth of data that they're gathering. There will be more outreach opportunities as the study continues. The Study is funded by the Department of Defense. However, it is a joint effort of a number of agencies and consultants that make up the consultant team which includes DelDOT and the Department of Transportation, Staff at Century Engineering, and the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration. They will have a very dynamic map viewing system that will be part of the project website where you can turn on various layers of information such as Land Use and Zoning to environmental concerns, 3 5

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 and limited information about base operations. This is a project that is just getting started. They will be more workshops in the fall as they look at some specific areas around the base and how to plan for their future. The other study that I want to also highlight for you is that the Strategic Master Plan for Downtown Dover is still underway. The Mosaic Development Partners and their team have been doing a number of stakeholder meetings and this is a master plan that the Downtown Dover partnership had. Review of Permits Referred to Commission HI-22-04 Referral of Permit #22-661 at 527-529 South State Street Mrs. Melson-Williams gave a summary of Application HI-22-04. The applicant is requesting a Recommendation on Architectural Review Certification for construction of seven (7) parking spaces for the property. The property is zoned RGO (General Residence & Office Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone) and SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone). The property is located at the northeast corner of S. State Street and Elm Terrace. Representatives: Justin Duffy Mrs. Melson-Williams presented information on the Permit and the proposed project. Mr. Justin Duffy thanked Mrs. Melson-Williams for the summary of the Application as it helps him get a better idea of the parameters for having this parking space area. This building is a tri- plex that is currently tenant occupied. We are transitioning the use of the building to be utilized for medical students and residents that are going be at Bayhealth Hospital for their residency. There will probably be about eight (8) residents staying at the location at once. Ideally, I would like to try to get 6 to 7 parking spaces sufficiently placed in the backyard area. The backyard is large so there is room if designed appropriately for two rows of parking either on the left side as it relates to the picture or on the right side. I completely agree with the addition to kind of create a landscape screen for that. I will talk to my landscaper so that he can draw up a plan for that as well. We are going to be doing some tree excavations with the existing trees that are there and we could plant new trees. So from State Street, the attention will not be on the cars parking but you will see the trees first. For the persons that are coming down Elm Street, we could put shrubs to the side and flowerpots in the front to indicate in the alleyway where the cars are to stop. Mrs. Melson-Williams asked if there was a difference in the two images that were sent today? Mr. Duffy replied that with this new rendering, we would have a second row of parking spaces instead of having all seven of them stacked right in front of the alleyway. We would have a second row. Then we could also with the idea of those trees being newly planted, we could move the cars over to where the trees are proposed and then move the trees over to the other side. So, this way the trees will be viewable by State Street instead of behind the building. 4 6

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 Mr. Duffy asked Mrs. Melson-Williams if that made sense. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that the Revised Plan continues to show four spaces as basically pulling directly off the alley. It gives some space from the north property line. So, there's an opportunity there for screening. The other three spaces are where you would come in off the alley, beside the 4th vehicle parking space, but then continue past to an area where three spaces would be established. It almost looks “L” shaped in what it would mean for a paving scenario. Again, it maintains an area gap for landscape planting perhaps along the property line that it shares with Elm Terrace. It still gains the seven spaces, but it recognizes the opportunities for that landscape screening to happen. Mr. Duffy replied yes, that is correct. The other alternative would be to remove parking spaces five, six and seven to where it is currently saying that the newly replanted trees would be to remove the parking spaces there and then move the trees over to where the parking spaces are currently indicated. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the double stacking would happen on the northern portion of the lot rather than the area closer to Elm Terrace. Mr. Duffy replied yes, that is correct. This will allow us to get the trees on the Elm Terrace side. Mr. Street stated that he did not really have any questions. He thanked Mr. Duffy for bringing the information to the Historic District Commission. Ms. Mason stated that she thought it looks nice. She was a little unclear about the parking spaces, but she wanted to understand having them more on the north side and having more trees and shrubs and things on Elm Terrace. She thinks it is a great idea and it is nice. It is a nice use for that building to be able to have people from the hospital to stay there. She fully approves of it. Mr. Street stated that six or seven spaces coming directly off the alley is less intrusive. If you can provide some screening on Elm Terrace that is great. He did not know if they could dictate the screening and what you need to screen. He knows the City's Code speaks to it. Visually, it is a little bit easier to look at because it is just some additional paving off that alley. He mentioned he knows that alley well. He feels like another 20 feet of paving on top of what is already there is easier to deal with than providing some kind of random mismatch of a parking lot. I have no problem with it if they can provide some screening, that is great, but it is fine. Mr. Czerwinski stated that he agreed with Mr. Street comments. What is odd about this layout is that staff recommended only 6 parking spaces be constructed. He asked Mr. Duffy if he was supposed to have up to nine (9) residents for this property? Mr. Duffy replied up to eight (8). Mr. Czerwinski stated that Mr. Duffy would still not have enough parking spaces for everyone with this layout. My recommendation is that I kind of agree with Mr. Street that you have to remember that this property is zoned as residential/office. When you start putting a parking lot into this, it becomes more commercial. We have had this with a couple of different other areas that are tied into residential areas. You must remember that right behind you is residential. 5 7

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 Mr. Czerwinski was not sure how many parking spaces you need to have before you must have lighting for parking. Is there a zone requirement? Mrs. Melson-Williams replied ten (10). There is probably street lighting along Elm Terrace. She was not sure where the closest street light pole is in that area. Mr. Czerwinski if there was parking on the street as well? Mrs. Melson-Williams replied on Elm Terrace it is a narrow street. I think parking is limited to one side of the street. Mr. Czerwinski stated that this does not solve your parking issue per say. You are only adding one space by adding a lot more asphalt to the property. I would prefer a single row along the alleyway screened by bushes, it would be the best alternative here. You start covering up that lot as a parking lot. Now you have this looking something a little bit more like commercial parking than residential. That's his opinion. He thinks that they should go with the six (6) personally. This was recommended by Staff. Staff recommendations are pretty spot on with their assessments. He thinks when you start going into seven (7), you are going to end up having to cover that whole parking or the whole lot with one big parking area because you still do not have enough for residents without additional paving. Mr. Duffy replied okay and much appreciated. He asked if the recommendation would be for the single row and limited to six parking spaces and to do the landscape screening. Mr. Czerwinski asked Mr. Street if that was his assessment as well. Mr. Street replied yes, he was fine with that. I mean, we are talking six (6) or seven (7) spaces. He is not providing enough for one for each unit but there is on street parking. If Mr. Duffy is okay with six (6), he does not have an opinion either way. It is another 163 square feet of paving that he saved. It just provides a little bit extra space. So, I am fine with the Staff Report if Mr. Duffy is okay with the Staff Report. Mr. Czerwinski asked Ms. Mason for her thoughts. Ms. Mason replied that she felt the same way as Mr. Street. You would want to have six (6) and not seven (7) especially with the shrubbery and everything, she thinks it is good. Because I live on The Green, I know that you automatically get a residential sticker. Although you may have a guest(s), it still should work out okay. Guests could park on the street if needed. She asked if that made sense. Mr. Duffy asked what the residential sticker was as he was not familiar. Ms. Mason replied if you live in a neighborhood and she thinks Elm Terrace as well, if you have the sticker, you can park at any time. If you do not have a sticker, in other words, if a guest comes to visit and now you take a parking space, they can get a ticket if they do not live there. So, if you have six, seven or eight people who live there, they could probably (and maybe Mrs. Melson-Williams knows more than I do) get a residential sticker also and be able to park on the street. 6 8

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 Mr. Street stated that the stickers are parking permits. It allows you to park on street. Most places in the City are a two-hour parking limit. That sticker basically negates that two-hour limit for the residents. Mr. Duffy asked who administers the parking permit (sticker). Mrs. Melson-Williams replied she believes that is issued through our Customer Service Department and it is based on property location. With it being basically three units there, she was not sure of the number of parking stickers the property would qualify for. That is something that you could certainly look into so that it could be issued to a certain number of your tenants to allow for that parking. She was not sure if Elm Terrace has time limitations on it. A lot of areas in our Downtown core have a 2-hour parking limitation that is put in place so that people that work do not necessarily take up the parking all day if that is the only parking that is for residences in that area. It is certainly something to look into for that property. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated if the Historic District Commission wants to put together a motion with your recommendations, she thinks that would help clarify what your intentions are, and thoughts are with this Permit for a parking area. Ms. Mason moved for approval of a Review of Architectural Review Certification for Permit #22-661 for construction of six parking spaces with landscape screening of the parking area and no curbs required at 527-529 South State Street as submitted to include Staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Mr. Street and approved 3-0. Roll Call Vote Ms. Mason - Yes Mr. Street - Yes Mr. Czerwinski - Yes Architectural Review Certification Consultation HI-22-05 Delaware Public Archives: Consultation on Roof Project - Architectural Review Certification Consultation on materials regarding a Roof Project at the Delaware Public Archives building. The property is zoned IO (Institutional 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 north side of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard North in the block bounded by Legislative Avenue and East Loockerman Street. The owner of record is State of Delaware. The property address is 121 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard North. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-05-13.00-000. Council District 4. Mrs. Melson-Williams gave a summary and presentation of Application HI-22-05. She mentioned that this building addition, while built in the Historic District, is not considered a historic roof at this point. It has not reached 50 years old. It was constructed with a standing seam metal roof and that has become problematic over the years. 7 9

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 Representatives: Mr. Paul Guggenberger, Studio JAED; Ashley Stanley, State of Delaware Mr. Guggenberger stated that the Archives staff has been dealing with roof leaks for essentially the full life of this building for 20 years. They have portions of their largest archive floor, the top floor, that they have not been able to use that have book stacks that are covered with tarps. It has just been a struggle for them. Even though this standing seam roof is really just 10 years old, they are looking to replace it at this time to resolve those roof leaks. The largest portion of the roof you cannot see from the street here is a low slope roof that is 1/4 inch and twelve pitch. The standing seam roof is on that area as well the steeper sloped areas. Our proposal is to remove the standing seam roof in the flat area in the center. Apply a single-ply membrane most likely a TPO roof, (a white roof), and then on the sloped portion of the roof that you can see from the streets and sidewalks we wanted to talk with you about proposed materials for that area. We have looked at three alternatives: one is architectural grade asphalt shingle roof that gives at least a nominal lifetime warranty that is obviously relatively simple to install with conventional detailing and long history of working. The second option would be a synthetic slate shingle which again is a more traditional steep sloped roof. There is precedent in the Historic District for use of that type of shingle. It was just installed across the street from the City Hall on the Townsend Building and the War Building which is the little building that sits between Townsend and Archives. The third option is a standing seam metal roof to replace in kind which is frankly the least favorite because that has been the source of the problems so far. But we wanted to review those options with you to see whether you had preferences or directions and which way we should proceed with the project. Mr. Street asked a question regarding the membrane versus shingles for the flatter roof. In your opinion because of the slope of the roof would it make more sense to do the membrane? What are you recommending as the Design Professional and what is the problem? Mr. Guggenberger replied if you could flip back to that third slide that just shows the series of pictures you can see the flat roof there as standing seam on it and then the top right picture has an EPDM membrane overlaid on the standing seam just to try to keep the water out. Our proposal is the right solution and that it is going to be a flat roof material a single-ply membrane TPO EPDM or you know an asphaltic built-up roof. Our intent is to use likely a TPO membrane roof on that surface. It is something that is proven for a low slope roof. You cannot see it from the street, so we do not feel that it would be an issue in the Historic District. Our intent is for that at the flat portion. It is really for us the question of when that roof turns from flat to steep slope, as you can see in the middle-left picture, is what goes on that steep slope portion. Mr. Street mentioned that this is not a Historic Building, but it is in the Historic District. The current roof is standing seam on the steep part. So, I guess the question from Staff to the members is do we want to see something other than asphalt shingles. I would even say you can use architectural style shingles. They are not just the standard asphalt shingle, square asphalt shingle or rectangular asphalt shingle. It has a little bit more textured and a little bit more variability in the design. Mr. Guggenberger replied right and that would be Slide 4. We would propose that you know they call it a higher-grade shingle, but it is significantly thicker than your three-tab shingles; and, they do give it a “lifetime” warranty. 8 10

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 Lifetime is in quotes because it is a good warranty, and it is a fuller proof system than what is on there now. Mr. Street stated that he did not have any problem with the membrane on the flatter style then moving to something with a more traditional shingle like we are seeing here. Are you proposing just a gray like a Pewter Gray? Mr. Guggenberger replied right. There are several gray options just that is the one we selected. Honestly, we would be happy to bring the physical samples in to you guys. At this point we would really like to know how to proceed with the drawings before we go too far. Mr. Street mentioned that he did not know that he had any comments on color. He thinks the gray is fine. I think if you came up with some other kind of color it might be a little different, but it is a gray roof now. If you are good putting something out there that is a little bit more substantial than what is already there. Ms. Mason stated that she was not a great expert on a roof. If this is flat roofs, they are really hard because that is what we have on our house, and they are just impossible to maintain. Are you just going to replace just the flat roof and not the rest of the shingles? Will it be just the flat roof or the whole thing? Mr. Guggenberger replied we are not touching the more Historic Building that is on the Legislative Hall side which has Terra cotta shingles on it; we are not touching that at all. Everything that you see that is a standing seam metal roof, we want to take all of that off and replace it. Ms. Mason replied okay. She did not know which one to pick but I think unfortunately I am just on my phone, and I cannot see. I am looking at the gray shingles and she thinks they look good. She thinks they just have to do whatever is best that will last longer. Although, you will not be able to see it because it is a flat roof. Mr. Street asked if this was an actual application to the Historic District Commission? It sounds like they are in the house, and they are thinking about it process and trying to figure out which way to go. The applicant wants to do some type of membrane and then at the asphalt shingles on the sloped part of the roof. Are we approving that changing of material or approving the request? Mrs. Melson-Williams replied in general yes. Given the flat roof that one is not visible. They could easily change that material out because it is not visible. But the standing seam areas for the steep slope, the change going from the standing seam that is there to something other than that she felt would need the input of the Historic District Commission. It is certainly easier for them to come present the options before they do detailed drawings about how they need to make this roof system work for the replacement. She suggested they go ahead and get the Application in front of the Historic District Commission so when your Building Permit comes in with the selected option it coincides with what the Historic District Commission would say. When that other Permit walked in, we referred it to you. This is kind of ahead of the game help them out in 9 11

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 making the ultimate decision. If it is standing seam, do you have to go back with standing seam or can you consider one of these other two options: the synthetic slate appearance that been utilized or to allow for the architectural asphalt shingle. She thinks you are well within your reasons to go with the new material on these slope roofs. We tried to do a quick look to see if there was any reason why standing scene was it to begin with and we were not really finding that. There are certainly examples in the Capitol Complex there of using the synthetic slate. She thinks this building has got a lot going on with its roof to say the least with all the various angles. If leakage has been a consistent problem, then perhaps using the material that is most friendly for dealing with all of those transitions is the appropriate thing to consider. She thinks given the height of it you are probably not really going to be able to tell that it is an asphalt shingle roof; it is just going to look like a gray shingle. It is not going to be able to be truly visibly as to what it is at that location from your view from the street. Today she called it a Consultation because we did not have a formal filing but felt it was appropriate to kind of bring that to you ahead of the game to help them out in making some of their decisions moving forward with their application ultimately. Chairman Czerwinski mentioned that he did walk around Downtown looking at different types of buildings with his wife and we do have a mixed batch of the slate. We do have some architectural shingle and the metal roofing and everything else down there. Ultimately, it comes down to you want something that is going to last; and, in this case, this is that historic building. It is a building that was built about 20 years ago. He does not see any reason why in all practicality not to use architectural shingles. The architectural shingles I know as I just had my roof redone and a lot of them are warranted up to 50 years now. As he really likes the slate look, he does not think that those slates can last you any decent amount of time. He would think that as a group we could recommend it. Use your best judgement. He thinks the architectural shingles are probably your best bet in my opinion for practicality and let's look at the cost. He is sure those full slate tiles are quite expensive versus architectural shingling. He would think that you guys probably would want to go with architectural shingles. I'm not sure about the coloring. He thinks the coloring should be a little bit darker to match with the other buildings around it, so you do not have this hodgepodge patchy look but different rooftops. He thinks that you are going in the right direction. He thinks the architectural shingles are the way to go. He thinks that everybody else would agree that is the best way to go. We could recommend the use of architectural shingles as a cost effective and long-term solution to the roofing that still has a decent and a very good look to it. Mr. Street moved for approval that they accept the Architectural Certification for the new roof as submitted unless they want to change materials drastically to allow using some type of membrane for the flat roof and then switching to a more architectural style shingle for the steeper slope roofs. Mr. Guggenberger asked before there is a vote on the motion he asked if Facilities Management decides to let the occupant in the Archives building choose this material would it be acceptable for the Commission to move that we can use architectural shingles or synthetic slate. 10 12

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MAY 19, 2022 Mr. Street replied yes, he did not have a problem with it. It is a color. The synthetic slate at least gives that look, but I do not know that I have a problem. He asked the other members if they had any issues with it. The other members did not have any issues. Chairman Czerwinski mentioned that any of the three would be acceptable. Mr. Street moved to amend the motion for approval that they accept the Architectural Review Certification HI-22-05 for the new roof as submitted with materials and color using some type of membrane for the flat roof and then switching to a more architectural style shingle for the steeper slope roofs for the building. We would be acceptable of any of the three options depending on what is ultimately chosen. The motion was seconded by Ms. Mason. Roll Call Vote Mr. Street- I Ms. Mason -I Mr. Czerwinski -I OLD BUSINESS Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that there were no updates. Implementation of 2019 Comprehensive Plan Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that there were no updates. She mentioned that the two studies are ongoing that could potentially bring implementation strategies that could result in changes to code or zoning. There are certainly other City Departments that have a number of studies and implementation projects underway because it is all part of the vision for the City of Dover. There is an electronic City Newsletter that you can sign up to receive to find out about things going on in the City. Mr. Street moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Ms. Mason, and unanimously carried 3-0. Roll Call Vote to Adjourn the Meeting Ms. Mason-Yes Mr. Street – Yes Mr. Czerwinski – Yes Meeting adjourned at 5:00 PM Sincerely, Maretta Savage-Purnell Secretary 11 13

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AUGUST 18, 2022 The Meeting of the City of Dover Historic District Commission was held on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 3:30 PM as an In-Person meeting in the City Hall Conference Room (anchor location) and virtually using the videoconferencing system WebEx with Chairman Czerwinski presiding. Other members present were Mr. Street, Mrs. Mason and Ms. Horsey (Note: The fifth Historic District Commission member has not been appointed following the completion of the term of Mr. McDaniel in 2020). Planning Office Staff members present were Mrs. Melson-Williams, Mr. Swierczek and Mrs. Mary Ellen Gray. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Ms. Horsey moved for approval of the agenda as presented, seconded by Ms. Mason and the motion was unanimously carried 4-0. Voice Vote • Ms. Horsey -Yes • Ms. Mason - Yes • Mr. Street – Yes • Mr. Czerwinski - Yes ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 19, 2022 The Commission moved to defer the approval of the Meeting Minutes of May 19, 2022, until the next scheduled meeting. Motion by Mr. Street, seconded by Ms. Horsey to allow time to review the minutes. Voice Vote • Ms. Horsey -Yes • Ms. Mason - Yes • Mr. Street – Yes • Mr. Czerwinski - Yes COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS Summary of Applications for 2021 and 2022 Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that you will be looking at your sixth Applications of the year today. Most significantly, the Application that you looked at last month for the New Kent County Family Courthouse and Parking Garage project, that was granted by the Planning Commission Conditional approval of the Site Plan and the associated Architectural Review Certification at the Planning Commission June meeting. In 2021, we had a series of six (6) applications throughout the calendar year and most of them have made some progress towards either completion or getting 14

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AUGUST 18, 2022 started. Summary of Architectural Review Certifications for 2022 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this is the listing of Building Permit activity within the boundary of the Historic District. There has been a total of fourteen (14) applications through the end of July. Twelve (12) of them were approved by Staff or did not require Architectural Review Certification because they were an interior project. Two (2) of them required the Historic District Commission: the fence at 506 S. State Street and the drainage project at the Peoples Church property at 46 S Bradford Street. There were four (4) interior renovations, two (2) exterior building projects, and a mix of fences, sheds, sign, and some administrative type Permits. Ms. Mason mentioned she was trying to find 201 West Loockerman Street, Dove’s Restaurant which is supposed to be a restaurant. She noticed that nothing had been completed and was curious of the status. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that she believed it was on the northwest corner of Loockerman Street and Governors Avenue. It was interior renovations work for a tenant fit-out of a kitchen for a restaurant and second floor office. She did not have any updates. A Permit was issued in February. They have 6-months to continue to act on the Permit and the Permit can be extended. Ms. Mason also asked about the building on the corner of S. New Street and asked if the Permit had expired. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that it was the building with the fire at 235-239 W. Loockerman Street; and there has been no Permits issued. It was taken to City Council as a Dangerous Building consideration on Monday evening. City Council declared it Dangerous and gave a timeframe of the end of the month for the property owner to take steps to either demolish or repair the building. If steps are not taken, then the City has a process that will be followed to address that building. Chairman Czerwinski asked about 304 S. State Street and if this was the building missing the façade. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied correct. He also asked that it was approved by Staff for the façade replacement. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied it was and they also did an update at one of the Historic District Commission Meetings about that project. The Permit information was shared with the Commission in April. Chairman Czerwinski mentioned that the only thing he was told was the building is being worked on. It is an awful big project for just Staff Approval. Mr. Street asked if they were changing the façade? Mrs. Melson-Williams replied no. They are reconstructing the front façade wall of the building and other interior structural support work. The new wall is to replicate the brick wall with window openings and the reinstallation of cast iron window headers and other detailing. Some of the material was salvaged by the current building owner who was the original contractor. This was shown on the plan for reinstallation. Department of Planning & Inspections Updates Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that we do have a new Planning Director Mary Ellen Gray who joined the City Staff on July 18, 2022, as the Director of Planning, Inspections and Community Development. She comes from a background as previously Assistant Director in Kent County and most recently as the Planning Director of the City of Newark, Delaware. She resides locally in Camden, Delaware. We welcome her and are happy to have her on board leading our Department. 2 15

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AUGUST 18, 2022 Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned there is also an HVAC replacement project that is going on in City Hall. They are currently working on the other side of the building. She will keep you updated on meeting locations in the building. Updates on Studies Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Downtown Strategic Master Plan is underway with the Mosaic Development Partners working the Downtown Dover Partnership. She will refer the Commission to the Downtown Dover Partnership’s website for the latest postings about the Master Plan project. They have done a lot of data gathering and conversations. We have another presentation next week at the Stakeholder level. The Study is on track to come to resolution this Fall. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned the other Study is the Dover Air Force Base Compatible Use Study. There is a Project Website that can also be found on DelDOT’s page. DelDOT is one of the co-sponsors of the project Study. The Study is focused on the five-mile area around Dover Air Force Base. There will be more workshops in the Fall as they look at some specific areas around the Base for appropriate usage and how to plan for their future. There are things we need to do from a land use prospective with the Zoning Ordinance and other ways to help protect the economic and long-term viability of the Dover Air Force Base being here in Central Delaware. Review of Permits Referred to Commission HI-22-06 Referral of Permit #22-1298 at John Bell House, 43 The Green Referral by the City Planner to the Historic District Commission for Review of Architectural Review Certification for a Permit Application #22-1298 for construction of an accessory structure (restroom and storage) at the John Bell House. The property is zoned RGO (General Residence & Office Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone) and SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone). The property is located east of South State Street on the southeast side of The Green. The owner of record is the State of Delaware. The property address is 43 The Green. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-05-28.00-000. Council District 4. Mrs. Melson-Williams gave a summary of Application HI-22-06. The applicant is proposing construction of an accessory structure (restroom and storage) at the John Bell House to the rear (south) of the building on The Green. Mrs. Melson-Williams presented information from the Building Permit #22-1298 and the proposed project plan drawings set. The building is a frame building with wood lap siding and cedar shingles for roof. It is two areas: accessible restroom and separate larger storage room space each with separate entry door. The project is requesting that the rear yard setback of 5-feet be reduced to 2- feet to allow better positioning of building and limit its visibility from The Green. There was a previous application back in 2013 for a similar but smaller building that the HDC reviewed and approved. Staff finds that the project and materials meet the Design Standards and Guidelines, and that the reduction of the rear yard setback is appropriate. Representatives: Mr. Tom Summers (Manager of Cultural Resource Section at State Park CONREC); Mr. Bill Miller (Construction Project Manager-State Park-DNREC); and Melody Abbott (Archaeologist at State Parks – DNREC). 3 16

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AUGUST 18, 2022 Chairman Czerwinski asked if the area was already excavated (archaeology). Ms. Abbott replied that majority of the section where the building is located has not been excavated. They are planning to excavate. Ms. Horsey asked about previous archaeological testing at the site and when will it take place? Ms. Abbott replied that she hopes in the fall. For more test pits and then also observation during construction. Mr. Miller stated that from a construction we would like to star this Fall. Chairman Czerwinski asked what the colors were. Mr. Miller replied everything is designed to match the Bell House as closely as possible (finishes, shingles, and door hardware). Ms. Horsey asked where you were able to get the materials? Mr. Miller replied that we deal with contractors that are able to get material from Aspire. It is not as popular as more modern siding, but they are there when you need it. Plus, it is a small project. Ms. Horsey moved for approval of HI-22-06 Accessory structure at John Bell House Review of Architectural Review Certification for Permit #22-1298 for construction of an accessory structure (restroom and storage) at the John Bell House as submitted to include Staff recommendations. The motion was seconded by Mr. Street and approved 4-0. Voice Vote Ms. Mason - Yes Mr. Street - Yes Mr. Czerwinski – Yes Ms. Horsey -Yes OLD BUSINESS Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that there were no updates. Implementation of 2019 Comprehensive Plan Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned that there were no updates. The Department of Water and Wastewater has a Wastewater Master Plan that may be in the hands of the consultant, and they are working on several water projects like the State Street watermain replacement. Ms. Horsey asked where the water project starts. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied it will start at Division Street and goes north. They are currently working on the bids and there will be a lot of outreach. Ms. Mason asked if it was on the east or west side. Mrs. Melson-Williams replied that she did not know. 4 17

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION AUGUST 18, 2022 Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that they are also working on a new well location in Silver Lake Park. A drawdown will happen in the Fall (October) for Silver Lake. Ms. Horsey asked about the maintenance of the cemetery (Lakeside Cemetery) and being proactive with bank maintenance. She asked about the Silver Lake Board that use to be the overseer. Mrs. Melson-Williams mentioned there is a Silver Lake Commission that is staffed through the City’s Department of Parks and Recreation. She was not sure of how regularly they meet. If you have any questions, she will refer the Commission to the Parks and Recreation Staff who was very proactive with the Lake. Mary Ellen Gray arrived at the meeting and was welcomed and there will be a Meet and Greet after the meeting with her. Ms. Horsey moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Ms. Mason, and unanimously carried 4-0. Voice Vote to Adjourn the Meeting Ms. Mason-Yes Mr. Street – Yes Mr. Czerwinski – Yes Ms. Horsey -Yes Meeting adjourned at 4:30 PM Sincerely, Maretta Savage-Purnell Secretary 5 18

City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2022 Item 3. Updated thru October 10, 2022 FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS HI-22-01 Referral of Fence 502 -506 S. State Fence Permit Permit #21-1556 referred to HDC by Permit Application received 11/18/2021 Permit #21-1556 Street and 100 W. City Planner for consultation on and Referred to the HDC for consultation. at 506 S. State Water Street Architectural Review Certification; Permit approved for issuance per HDC Street 1/20/2022 HDC recommended action of 1/20/2022. Permit issued approval of ArchRevCert to allow 1/24/2022. Fence installed. revised height of 6-feet for black metal fence. HI-22-02 Lands of the State 411 S Governors Rezoning to H Public Hearing and Review by HDC on Request to expand boundary of the Historic of Delaware at S. Avenue, 429 S (Historic District 3/24/2022; Recommended Approval District as Rezoning Application HI-22-02/Z- Governors Governors Avenue, Zone) of Rezoning 22-01. Public Hearing and Review by Avenue and W. 435 S Governors Planning Commission on 3/21/2022 - Water Street: Avenue, 439 S Recommendation of Approval; Public Rezoning to H Governors Hearing and Review by Historic District Avenue/117 W Commission on 3/24/2022 - Water Street, 441 S Recommendation of Approval; and Governors Avenue, scheduled for Public Hearing and Final 447 S Governors Action by City Council on 4/11/2022. Avenue Rezoning Approved. HI-22-03 Kent County 415 S. Governors Site Plan Review for Public Hearing and Review for Site development plan for new Courthouse Family Avenue and 445 S. Architectural Recommendation on Architectural Building, Parking Garage Structure, and Courthouse & Governors Avenue; Certification Review Certification by HDC on associated Site Improvements. For Review Parking Garage East side of S. 4/11/2022. Recommended approval of by HDC completed and recommendation Governors Avenue ArchRevCert including reduction of forwarded to Planning Commission. between Bank Lane rear yard setback. Planning Commission granted conditional and W. Water St approval of S-22-06 and ArchRevCert on June 21, 2022. HI-22-04 Referral of Permit 527-529 S. State Permit for Parking Permit #22-661 referred to HDC by City Permit Application received 4/20/2022 and #22-661 at 527- Street Improvements Planner for consultation on Referred to the HDC for consultation. 529 S. State Architectural Review Certification; HDC Project for construction of seven parking Street recommended ArchRevCert with spaces on the property. Awaiting conditions on screening at 5/19/2022 submission of Revised Plan of parking area Meeting for Permit Review. 19

City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2022 Item 3. Updated thru October 10, 2022 FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS HI-22-05 Delaware Public 121 Martin Luther Architectural Review Project referred to HDC by City Planner Proposed Roof Project Referred to the HDC Archives: King Jr. Boulevard Certification for consultation on Architectural for consultation. Project design Consultation on North Consultation Review Certification; HDC considered consideration of alternative materials for Roof Project at 5/19/2022 Meeting and made Roof Replacement Project. Awaiting formal recommendation of roof material Permit submission. options. HI-22-06 Referral of Permit 43 The Green, John Permit for Accessory Permit #22-1298 referred to HDC by Permit Application received 7/25/2022 and #22-1298 at 43 Bell House Structure (Restroom City Planner for consultation on Referred to the HDC for consultation. The Green & Storage) Architectural Review Certification; Project for construction of accessory scheduled for 8/18/2022 Meeting structure on the property. HI-22-07 Referral of 235-239 West Update on Project referred to HDC by City Planner Building declared Dangerous by City Council Demolition Loockerman Street Dangerous Building for update on building and proposal on 8/15/2022. Following no action by Activities at 235- Designation and for Demolition of Dangerous Building; property owner, the City is progressing with 239 W. Demolition Activities item scheduled for 10/20/2022 Bid Process for Demolition. Loockerman St Meeting 20

City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2021 Item 3. Updated thru October 10, 2022 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 Resubmission 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. Fence installed. 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. Demolition underway. 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. Administrative Site Plan Parking Lot Hearing and Review scheduled for HDC review is underway. Improvements are Improvements on 7/15/2021 associated with future Kent County Family Court Project. HI-21-05 Referral of 401 S. Governors Demolition Permit - Permit #21-1036 referred to HDC by Permit Application received 8/6/2021 for Demolition Avenue Building City Planner on 8/11/2021 for demolition of entire building and site. HDC Permit #21-1036 consultation on Architectural Review reviewed on 8/19/2021 and granted Building at 401 S. Certification; scheduled for 8/19/2021 approval of the Architectural Review Governors Ave HDC Meeting Certification. Permit Issued 9/8/2022 and Demolition occurred 10/2022. 21

City of Dover Historic District Commission Summary of Applications 2021 Item 3. Updated thru October 10, 2022 FILE# PLAN NAME LOCATION TYPE ACTION STATUS HI-21-06 Referral of 46 S Bradford Street, Administrative Permit #21-1501 referred to HDC by Permit Application received 11/8/2021. Building Permit The Peoples Church Building Permit City Planner on 11/9/2021 for Reviewed by HDC on 11/18/2021 and #21-1501 consultation on Architectural Review granted Architectural Review Certification Drainage Certification; scheduled for per Staff Recommendations. Permit issued Improvement at 11/18/2021 HDC Meeting 2/9/2022. Project underway. the Peoples Church at 46 S Bradford St 22

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification Item 4. 2022 - Updated Thru 9-30-2022 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 1/24/2022 21-1556 506 S State St, Office Fence Permit Referral of Permit to HDC for Installation of new black metal Buildings Consultation 1/20/2022. Revised fence revised to be 6-feet in height. project granted ArchRevCert. HI-22-01. Fence Installed. 1/13/2022 22-74 147 S New Street, Tastee's Administrative Building Permit Building Inspector Approval only. No Replacement Permit for Permit #19- Chicken & Seafood ArchRevCert required for interior 1579 related to tenant fit-out for Restaurant work. restaurant use. 2/9/2022 21-1501 46 S Bradford Street, The Administrative Building Permit Referral of Permit to HDC for Drainage Improvements including People's Church Consultation 11/18/2021. Project stormwater management facility in granted ArchRevCert. side yard. HI-21-06 2/8/2022 22-96 201 W Loockerman Street, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations for tenant fit- Dove's Restaurant Renovations required for interior work. out of kitchen, etc. for restaurant and second floor office. 3/24/2022 21-1304 5 E Reed Street, Weyant Fence Permit Staff Approval. Installation of black metal fence Hall around utility equipment (generator) area. 4/27/2022 22-175 145 S New Street Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. Interior renovations for residential Renovations apartments. New Permit to replace expired Permit for project. 4/20/2022 22-561 54 S State Street, Building Permit - Shed Staff Approval. Placement of shed at rear of Presbyterian Church building near alley. Not visible from 4/13/2022 22-616 307 S State Street, Office Sign Permit Staff Approval. bli Installation (of projecting ) sign on existing bracket. 4/20/2022 22-617 527 S State Street A Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations to existing Renovations required for interior work. apartment unit and common space in basement area. 4/20/2022 22-618 527 S State Street B Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations to existing Renovations required for interior work. apartment unit. 5/3/2022 22-625 150 E Water Street, Del-One Building Permit - Window Staff Approval. Replacement of windows within Buildings Replacement existing openings and retaining precast detailing. 23

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification Item 4. 2022 - Updated Thru 9-30-2022 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 7/19/2022 22-589 304 South State Street Building Permit - Renovations Staff Approval. Exterior and interior renovations to reconstruction the front façade wall and other structural support work. New wall to replicate brick wall with window openings and reinstallation of cast iron window headers and other detailing. 7/26/2022 22-1114 144 Kings Highway SW, Building Permit - Interior Staff Approval. No ArchRevCert Interior renovations to kitchen and Governors Club Building Renovations required for interior work. dining room areas of Restaurant. 7/11/2022 22-1115 501 South State Street, Temporary Sign Permit Staff Approval. Installation of Banner as Temporary Christ Church Sign. 8/15/2022 22-1317 411 Legislative Avenue, Building Permit - Exterior Staff Approval. West exterior stair project with Legislative Hall Renovations reconstruction and snow melt system. 8/17/2022 22-1321 152 S Governors Avenue Fence Permit Staff Approval. Replacement of white picket fence and required to be 4 feet in height or less. 9/8/2022 21-1036 401 S Governors Avenue Demolition Permit Referral of Permit to HDC for Demolition of Building and site for Consultation 8/19/2021. HDC property associated with future granted ArchRevCert. Kent County Family Courthouse project development. 9/8/2022 22-180 429 S Governors Avenue Demolition Permit Staff Approval. Demolition of Building for property associated with future Kent County Family Courthouse project development. 9/8/2022 22-181 435 S Governors Avenue Demolition Permit Staff Approval. Demolition of Building for property associated with future Kent County Family Courthouse project development. 24

Summary of Permit Applications with Architectural Review Certification Item 4. 2022 - Updated Thru 9-30-2022 DATE PERMIT # LOCATION TYPE ACTION ON ARCHITECTURAL NOTES REVIEW CERTIFICATE 9/8/2022 22-183 447 S Governors Avenue Demolition Permit Staff Approval. Demolition of Building for property associated with future Kent County Family Courthouse project development. 9/13/2022 22-1379 150 E Water Street near Del- Building Permit Staff Approval. Replacement deck (wood to metal) One Building at Air Quality Monitoring Station. 25

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Item 6. City of Dover STAFF REPORT to the Dover Historic District Commission October 20, 2022 Location: 233-239 West Loockerman Street, Dover DE (Also addressed as 149 S. New Street, Dover DE) Northeast corner of West Loockerman Street and South New Street Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-01-50.00-000 Owner: SAG Holdings LLC Present Zoning: C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) H (Historic District Zone) Present Use: Commercial/Residential Building (fire damaged) File Number: HI-22-07 Notification of Dangerous Building: The City Planner (on behalf of the Code Enforcement Division) is referring the building at 233- 239 W. Loockerman Street to the Historic District Commission for consideration for Determination of Demolition by Neglect and for Review of Architectural Review Certification for Demolition. Demolition Activities are pending for this existing fire damaged commercial & residential building. The property was declared a Dangerous Building by City Council on August 15, 2022. The City Planner (and Code Enforcement Division) has submitted information related to the condition and status of the Building as part of notifying the Historic District Commission of its designation as a Dangerous Building. See attached Cover Letter, Timeline, Pre-Demolition Condition Assessment Report, and Excerpts from the Asbestos Inspection Report. Property Description: The building at 233-239 West Loockerman Street is located on one parcel of land zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone). The property is located at the northeast corner of West Loockerman Street and South New Street. The owner of record is SAG Holdings, LLC. Property Addresses: 233-239 West Loockerman Street. Tax Parcel: ED-05- 077.09-01-50.00-000. Council District 4. Building and Property Information: The building is a three story brick building located at the corner of two streets. The building’s front façade faces West Loockerman Street where the first floor consists of a series large display windows and entrances for multiple commercial tenant spaces and also a doorway entrance to P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 30 Community Excellence Through Quality Service

Item 6. Referral of Property at 233-239 West Loockerman Street For Consideration of Demolition Activities October 20, 2022 Page | 2 some of the upper floor apartment units. The secondary façade faces S. New Street with a few larger window openings on the first floor and also a doorway entry for the upper floor apartments in this section of the building. On the front façade, the windows of the upper floors are found in four bays of three window sets. The New Street elevation, also in brick, includes a paired window set pattern for the upper floor windows. The brickwork of the upper floors on both facades includes a patterning of pilasters and then a detailed, articulated brick cornice at the top of the parapet wall of the seemingly flat roof. From the front façade view, the brickwork seems to indicate two phases of construction of two bays each. This building is located within a National Register Historic District, specifically the Victorian Dover Historic District. Provided below is the building summary from the building inventory listing found within the National Register nomination completed for the Victorian Dover Historic District (nomination completed 1977-78). K-396.81 233-239 West Loockerman Street – 1920s, 3-story, 4x8 bay, brick commercial/residential structure; flat roof, decorative brick cornice, pilaster strips; 6/1 sash triple windows on 2nd and 3rd floor levels; large display windows for 4 separate businesses on 1st floor level. The property is located within H (Historic District zone) as established by the City of Dover. A series of historic maps was reviewed by Planning Staff for preliminary information on this block of Loockerman Street. The 1868 Beers Map published by Pomeroy & Beers shows the established street grid of the Loockerman Street vicinity; no buildings are noted on the map at this corner where New Street terminates but the ownership is listed as T.S. (believed to be T. Slaughter per other map notations). By 1885, the 1885 Bird’s Eye View of Dover shows this block on the north side of Loockerman Street at New Street developed with multiple buildings (both commercial and residential) with a series of commercial buildings and a hotel on the opposite (south) side of Loockerman Street for the block. The 1887 Map of the Town of Dover by W.R. Roe depicts the subject site with a series of residential looking buildings. The series of Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps is also a reference source for information on the series of buildings which occupied this property over time. During the period of 1885 - 1919 the location at 233-239 West Loockerman initially shows a series of two-story residential dwellings with notations of commercial activity (office, fancy notions, and photo) likely occurring in a first floor street facing location. This mix of buildings with residential and commercial uses (office, photo, notions, clothing, fruit, dry goods, tailor) continues in the 1891, 1897, 1904, 1910, and 1919 Maps with some expansions of the buildings. By 1929, it appears that the previous two story buildings were demolished. On the 1929 Map, a new three story building constructed at 235 W. Loockerman Street was identified as a drugstore with the corner site as vacant. It appears redevelopment continued at the corner location with another three story building/building addition (store) being added prior to 1951. Generally, this is the current form of the building. Additional research using other primary and secondary source documents would provide more information on the history of the property and buildings. 31

Item 6. Referral of Property at 233-239 West Loockerman Street For Consideration of Demolition Activities October 20, 2022 Page | 3 Photo documentation from the 1960-1970s shows this building as a commercial & residential building (see photo at right). It is a four bay brick masonry building with a front façade with large storefront display windows for multiple tenant spaces on the first floor and entry door (far right) to apartments above. The building was utilized most recently as several retail establishments on the first floor with apartment units on the second and third floors. Code Enforcement History Summary: The Building at 233, 235-239 West Loockerman Street suffered a fire on March 16, 2022 and was subsequently condemned. The Building was secured by fencing and the first floor openings boarded (with additional boarding in the following months). During the Summer of 2022, the Code Enforcement Division sent multiple notices of violation and also started the process to address the violations through the provisions of Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations, Article XI – Dangerous Buildings. When the property owner failed to take action to repair or demolish, the Building was presented to City Council for consideration as a Dangerous Building. City Council declared it a Dangerous Building on August 15, 2022 giving the property owner a final specific timeframe to act. As no remedial actions have occurred, the City is moving forward with a process to demolish the building. This includes completion of an asbestos survey, asbestos abatement activities, and issuance of a Bid for Demolition. The City has issued a Bid for Demolition of the Building (#23-0003PI) outlining a scope of work for the Demolition and information on the Asbestos Evaluation and Abatement. The project activities involve the demolition of the existing three-story building on the property and removal of debris. Asbestos abatement is proposed in two phases occurring prior to and during demolition. The lot will be brought to grade and stabilized; there are also some sidewalk repairs (from removal of basement entrances). A Demolition Permit will be required. Review for DETERMINATION OF DEMOLITION BY NEGLECT With the referenced information the City Planner/Code Enforcement Division is reporting the Dangerous Building to the Historic District Commission as related to consideration as “Demolition by Neglect.” The following code excerpts from the Dover Code of Ordinance, Appendix B: Zoning (Zoning Ordinance) are provided: 32

Item 6. Referral of Property at 233-239 West Loockerman Street For Consideration of Demolition Activities October 20, 2022 Page | 4 The Zoning Ordinance defines “Demolition by Neglect” as: Improper maintenance or lack of maintenance of a building, structure or object which results in substantial and widespread deterioration of the building, structure or object which threatens the likelihood of preservation and which presents a threat to the public safety, health and welfare of the immediate community. The following is the Code citation from the Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 § 3.4 Demolition by neglect. Zoning Ordinance, Article 10, Section 3 3.4 Demolition by neglect. 3.41 Responsibility of property owners. Property owners of properties within the historic districts shall not allow their buildings to be demolished by neglect (see Definitions, article 12) by failing to provide ordinary maintenance or repair. 3.42 Responsibility of the historic district commission. The historic district commission shall monitor the condition of historic properties and existing buildings in the historic district to determine if they are being demolished by neglect by failing to provide ordinary maintenance and repair (see Definitions, article 12). In the event that the commission determines a demolition by neglect is occurring, it shall carry out the following: (A) Determine and set forth steps required to remedy the situations or defects. (B) Direct the city planner to inform the property owners of its findings, determination, and recommended remedies. (C) In the event that the property owners fail to commence work within the reasonable time allotted by the commission, the commission may direct the building inspector to begin proceedings under chapter 22, buildings, and building regulations, article XI, dangerous buildings, of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Dover to bring about the repair or demolition of the building. 3.43 Responsibility of the city planner. The city planner shall notify the historic district commission of buildings within the historic district that have been referred to him by the building inspector that meet the definition of dangerous buildings under the provisions of chapter 22 Buildings and Building Regulations, article XI Dangerous Buildings, of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Dover. In such cases the commission shall determine if the building is being demolished by neglect. Before referring a property to the commission for consideration as demolition by neglect, the city planner shall give written notice to the owner, occupant, mortgagee, lessee, agent, and all other persons having an interest in said building, as shown by the records of the recorder of deeds of the county, to appear before historic district commission at the time, date and location specified. Review of DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES – For Demolition Activities The subject property is located in the Dover Historic District Zone within the Loockeman Historic Context. The Loockerman Historic Context is described on pages 2-7 through 2-8. Location within the Dover Historic District Zone requires proposals for specific types of construction activities such as new construction, additions to existing buildings, exterior renovations, and demolition of 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 for the project “if it is found that the 33

Item 6. Referral of Property at 233-239 West Loockerman Street For Consideration of Demolition Activities October 20, 2022 Page | 5 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.” Referral of Future Demolition Permit: Since the filing of a Demolition Permit for 233-239 W. Loockerman Street is expected as part of the Demolition Process, the Demolition Activities are being referred by the City Planner to the Historic District Commission for consultation regarding the issuance of the Architectural Review Certificate for the Demolition project. Applications for certain types of construction activity within the Historic District Zone (H) are reviewed by the City Planner (or Staff as designated) for Architectural Review Certification as part of the Building Permit application review process. See the following provisions of Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 Section 3.22(A) and (B). Section 3.22 Architectural review certification by the city planner. (A) An architectural review certificate for specific classes of building permits, including fences, signs, siding, window and door replacement, roofing, the addition or replacement of decorative features, minor demolition, residential additions, and other construction of a minor nature, may be issued by the city planner, after a review and determination that the proposed construction is in general accordance with the standards set forth in subsection 3.25. (B) The city planner may refer any permit application for demolition or construction in the historic district for consultation with commission. The Historic District Commission will act on an Architectural Review Certificate as related to Demolition of the Building. The Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone address the issue of demolition within the Historic District. The proposal for demolition of the building must be reviewed for conformity with the design criteria guidelines found in Chapter 4: New Construction, Additions, Demolition and Relocation. See Chapter 4 (pages 4-10 to 4-12). It also specifically references “Demolition by Neglect” on page 4-11. The Design Standards and Guidelines gives guidance to the Historic District Commission by listing specific criteria to be evaluated when considering applications for the demolition of buildings in the historic district. These guidelines are summarized below (see Design Standards and Guidelines for the complete text). 1. Determine the financial implications of maintaining a property versus demolition. 2. Regardless of economic issues the relative significance of the individual buildings slated for demolition should be evaluated. 3. In development related applications the City should review the schematic plans for the new structures to weigh the virtues of the new structure versus what exists. 4. Determine the extent of adequate recordation of a property the applicant would be required to complete if demolition were approved. 34

Item 6. Referral of Property at 233-239 West Loockerman Street For Consideration of Demolition Activities October 20, 2022 Page | 6 5. Lots left vacant by demolition should be treated in a manner that is sympathetic to the historic context. The Design Standards and Guidelines note that parking should not be permitted on vacant lots and suggests alternative uses. The Design Standards and Guidelines outline standards and guidelines for development activities. STAFF COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS The following are the Staff comments and recommendations for this application regarding proposed Demolition activities, Determination of Demolition of Neglect, and an Architectural Review Certificate for Demolition 1) The Design Standards and Guidelines outline specific criteria to be evaluated in considering demolition applications (page 4-10 and 4-12). The building has been condemned (in March 2022 by the Code Enforcement Division) and declared a Dangerous Building (by City Council on August 15, 2022); and this is the reasoning for demolition of the Building. In addition to documents provided, more specific information may be received at the Historic District Commission meeting from the presentation. a) Based on the Code Enforcement case information and professional inspection documents, Staff notes that approval for the demolition of the Building may be warranted due to the fire damage and the building’s deteriorating condition. b) The building has continued to deteriorate over recent months with limited action by the property owner to address identified City Code Enforcement violations. c) The condition of the building a safety concern to the surrounding area including adjacent buildings, sidewalk areas, and streets. Staff recommends that the Historic District Commission determine that the property is being “Demolished by Neglect” and identify the appropriate action steps. 2) Staff recommends issuance of the Architectural Review Certification to allow for Demolition Activities subject to the following conditions pertaining to the building demolition. These conditions are presented in an effort to improve the project’s compliance with the recommended guidelines for consideration of demolition in the Design Standards and Guidelines and other code provisions: a) A specific timeframe for demolition activities and site stabilization activities should be established. b) The building footprint will need to be appropriately stabilized, brought to grade, and planted with grass. Other elements of landscaping, fencing, etc. could be required as part of the site stabilization. c) All utilities must be properly capped and/or abandoned in accordance with City of Dover requirements. d) The street frontage sidewalk area should be restored as a concrete surface in accordance with City of Dover requirements after removal of the basement access ways to the building. 3) If the property is to remain vacant, then appropriate stabilization and/or beautification measures may need to be taken to control access and to ensure maintenance of landscaping. 35

Item 6. Referral of Property at 233-239 West Loockerman Street For Consideration of Demolition Activities October 20, 2022 Page | 7 Consideration should be given to the interim condition of the property following demolition. At a minimum, the site should be established with a grass lawn area and maintained. a) The site has the potential for additional landscaping elements beyond lawn area to include other landscaping such as shrub plantings, tree plantings, planters, raised gardens, etc. b) If the property is to be fenced, Staff does not recommend installation of solid (opaque) fencing or chain link fencing on the site. If areas need to be segregated on the site, other alternative fence styles such as ornamental metal fencing, short posts with roping, etc. less than four feet in height may be more appropriate. c) Other site furnishings could be considered such as seating areas, benches, and public art installations. 4) Staff notes that some minor documentation/recordation of the existing building has occurred in the form of a series of exterior/interior photographs which are part of the Code Enforcement case files and inspection documents. The Historic District Commission should evaluate if additional documentation/recordation of the existing building is deemed appropriate for this property. 5) Also be aware of the potential for historic archaeological resources which may include previous building locations, wells, privies, etc. on this property. ADVISORY COMMENTS: 1) A Demolition Permit is required to proceed with any demolition activities on the property. The Demolition Permit application must comply with the conditions of approval granted through the Architectural Review Certification process. 2) In the event, that major changes and revisions to the project proposal occur, contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. These changes may require resubmittal for review by the Historic District Commission. 3) This Architectural Review Certification review process is specific to the Demolition Permit only and does not grant approval for redevelopment of the site. For future redevelopment of the property/building, additional plan review and approvals, and construction activity permitting is necessary to address compliance with the Zoning Ordinance and for compliance with the Design Standards and Guidelines for development in the Historic District. Historic District Commission Action Required The Historic District Commission shall determine if the building is being “Demolished by Neglect” and set forth steps to remedy the situation. Such steps may include demolition of the structure. The Historic District Commission shall consider a pending request for a Demolition Activities and take action in regard to the Architectural Review Certification for the demolition proposal. The action should reflect consideration of the Design Standards and Guidelines. Attachments: • Items on Property Status from City Planner/Code Enforcement Staff: Cover Letter, Timeline of Events, Excerpt of Asbestos Inspection Survey, and Pre-Demolition Condition Assessment Report 36

Item 6. Department of Code Enforcement City of Dover 15 Loockerman Plaza Phone: (302) 736-7010 Dover, DE 19901 Fax: (302) 736-4217 October 12, 2022 RE: Historic District Commission Meeting Demolition of Dangerous Building 235-239 West Loockerman Steet ED-05-077.09-01-500.000-000 Case(s) 22-00001286 & 22-00003360 Property Owner: SAG HOLDINGS LLC 2001 Market St STE 2500 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Interested Parties: This property was condemned due a fire that occurred on March 17th, 2022. The property owner SAG Holding LLC was properly notified. The property owner is now being represented by Patrick Rock. There was no insurance for the property and the owner is unable to afford the required repairs. The property has been vacant since the fire with no repairs or clean-up efforts made. City Staff inspects the property on a regular basis to monitor the conditions of the building. During these inspections it has been determined the building is deteriorating at a rapid rate and is becoming unstable daily. City Staff, the City Mayor, and City Council have received numerous complaints about the condition of the property. This resulted in the Mayor issuing an Executive Order on August 1st, 2022. In addition, this property was presented to City Council on August 15th, 2022. The decision of City Council was to order the building demolished by August 31st, 2022. Due to the lack of responsiveness from the property owner, the City started the process of demolition. The City of Dover did hire a contractor to board the property on two occasions. This was due to the vandalism that was occurring. The City also has the entrances boarded due to a break-in that occurred on October 2nd, 2022. The City has also consulted with a structural engineer to provide guidelines on how to safely demolish the building without the effect to the adjacent buildings. The asbestos inspection has also been conducted and the bids for the asbestos abatement were sent. On October 10th, 2022, the bid for asbestos abatement was presented before City Council and a contractor was awarded the contract. The initial phase of the asbestos abatement will start on October 17th, 2022. Demolition bids have been requested and are due to be retuned on October 26th, 2022. It is the intention of Code Enforcement to follow the order of City Council and cause the building to be demolished. If you have any questions concerning this letter, please contact me at 302-736-7010, or by email ekopp@dover.de.us Sincerely, Eddie Kopp Chief Code Enforcement Officer Enclosures: Asbestos Inspection Survey, Engineering Report, Timeline CC: File 37 Community Excellence Through Quality Service

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Item 6. PRE-DEMOLITION CONDITION ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR 237 AND 239 WEST LOOCKERMAN STREET DOVER, DELAWARE September 2022 Prepared For THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE Prepared By 550 S. BAY ROAD, DOVER, DELAWARE 19901 (302)734-9188 45

Item 6. CONTENTS I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .......................................................................................................................... 1 II. PURPOSE AND SCOPE ........................................................................................................................... 1 A. General Description .......................................................................................................................... 2 B. Documents Reviewed ....................................................................................................................... 2 C. Limiting Considerations .................................................................................................................... 2 III. OBSERVATIONS ................................................................................................................................. 2 A. Building Construction:....................................................................................................................... 2 B. Hazards: ............................................................................................................................................ 2 C. General Structural Condition: ........................................................................................................... 3 IV. DEMOLITION RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................................................. 4 Photo Logs: 5 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Century Engineering, LLC, (Century) performed a site observation of the buildings at 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street, Dover Delaware on September 13, 2022. This building experienced a fire in March 2022 and sustained significant structural fire damage in the southwest portion of the structure, and water damage throughout the rest of the building. Now condemned, the building is to be demolished. The purpose of the site visit was to evaluate the structural integrity of the damaged building and identify areas of concern that could compromise or damage the adjacent building at 231 West Loockerman Street, which was not damaged during the fire and is to remain in place. Buildings 237/239 are constructed as one building with common exterior walls and commercial façade facing Loockerman Street. It was determined that 237/239 are not directly in contact with 231 and have a physical gap of approximately 4-inches separating the two buildings. II. PURPOSE AND SCOPE The pre-demolition structural condition assessment is performed to better understand the present condition of the building and confirm that demolition activities may be performed safely, and that the chances of unplanned collapse are minimized. The report has been prepared in accordance with EM-385- 1-1, USACE Safety and Health manual, 30 November 2014. This report is based on the observations or Walter J. Hoey, P.E., and Richard A. Beard, P.E., Senior Structural Engineer. 46

Item 6. City of Dover Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street A. General Description Our inspection is a “walk-through” visual-type assessment performed by qualified personnel. No material testing (destructive or otherwise) or calculations were performed to determine the adequacy of the original design. Our Structural Condition Assessment is intended to be a general, overall “snapshot” of the building on the date the inspection was performed. It will not be a technically exhaustive or detailed evaluation of existing conditions. B. Documents Reviewed There were no record drawings provided or reviewed for this building. C. Limiting Considerations Century has performed a visual inspection of the building included in this report. As stated, no demolition or exposure of covered structural elements was performed. Hidden or latent unobserved conditions may exist that cannot be seen or included in this report. Photographs provided are to show general conditions. HAZMAT (asbestos, etc.) investigations shall be by others and are not specifically covered by this report. Hazards noted in this report are visual observations and may not be all inclusive. III. OBSERVATIONS A. Building Construction: The building is a constructed as one structure with a central demising wall running the length and height of buildings 237/239 in a north south orientation, perpendicular to Loockerman Street. The exterior walls and the demising wall are load bearing brick masonry supporting steel and timber girders placed in an east west orientation. Timber floor joists, supported by the masonry walls and girders, run in a north south direction for the first, second, and third floors and for the third floor ceilings. Roof construction consists of timber trusses placed in an east west direction and supported by the exterior and demising walls. Both 237 and 239 have a full basement with both interior and exterior access. B. Hazards: Several hazards that may impact demolition operations were noted:  The floors in some areas are covered with thick debris preventing the identification of holes or weak spots in the flooring.  Evidence of mold was noted in the basement.  The top portion of the west masonry wall is unsupported at areas where the roof trusses have been destroyed by the fire. Without the lateral support of the roof, this section of wall has the potential to fall to the sidewalk below under strong winds or from settlement within the building.  Water damage has caused ceiling tiles and plaster to fall on the floors.  The brick masonry chimney on the north side of the building contains large longitudinal cracks on two sides and has the potential to fall. Page |2 47

Item 6. City of Dover Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street  Hazardous materials cannot be segregated due to the partial collapse of portions of the building and the fire and water damage throughout. C. General Structural Condition: Overall, the power has been turned off to both buildings. However, at the time of this site visit, the power had not been disconnected. Water is still on and running out of damaged hot-water radiators in Building 237. The city is working to get the water turned off at the main water valve(s) on Loockerman and Queen Streets. Natural gas has been turned off to the building. However, the gas lines and meters are still connected at the rear of the building. Building 239: Fire damage is primarily contained to the southern section of the structure and extends from the first floor through the roof, compromising all elements. Floors have been weakened by fire damage and from water saturation. Portions of floors are missing, especially at the southeast corner of the structure. Second floor joists display severe charring and section loss toward the front of the building. The roof has suffered significant fire damage and burned through in numerous locations. Roof joists have been compromised or completely destroyed in some areas. Access to the roof was not possible at the time of this site visit. Brick masonry foundation walls are visible in the basement. These walls appear sound and undamaged from the fire and water. However, mold is visible throughout the basement, including black mold on the walls and ceilings and an unknown white mold resembling cotton candy hanging from the first floor joists. The brick chimney located on the exterior of the rear (north) wall contains large vertical cracks on the east and west sides. These cracks extend from the first floor to the top of the chimney. This element presents a hazard to the existing undamaged building to remain located just to the north of building 239. Building 237: Extensive water damage is noted in building 237. Floors are covered with ceiling tiles and other ceiling construction having failed from being saturated with water. The majority of the damage appears to be smoke damage on the first floor and some minor fire damage to the ceiling in the front room. Page |3 48

Item 6. City of Dover Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street IV. DEMOLITION RECOMMENDATIONS Considering buildings 237/239 are not attached to any of the adjacent buildings, it appears that demolition of the fire damaged buildings can be performed with some precautions.  Demolition methods should consider the use of a backhoe type equipment with a claw attachment. This equipment should be positioned on Queen Street, pulling down the building from west to east.  The contractor should consider installing cables between the east and west exterior walls of the building to prevent unintentional or sudden collapse of the building, to control the demolition of the walls and to avoid movement toward structures to remain.  The damaged chimney on the north end of the building should be carefully demolished to prevent the structure from falling on the building directly to the north.  Care should be exercised with removal of the easterly wall adjacent to building 231 to ensure it does not collapse or kick back to the east during removal of the floor joists or the wall itself.  Foundation walls should be removed with care following the removal of floor joists and girders. Temporary bracing is recommended to prevent their unintentional failures. We recommend the foundation walls be removed to 1-foot below finished grade and the area backfilled to finished grade.  The basement floors should be broken up to allow drainage prior to backfilling. The basement doors within the sidewalk should be removed, the utility well backfilled, and the surface finished with a concrete sidewalk to match the surrounding sidewalk.  All basement areas should be backfilled with clean fill as soon as possible to prevent collapse of the adjacent areas. This operation should be performed whether the foundation walls are removed or not. Temporary shoring may be required to maintain the integrity of the surrounding sidewalks and buildings.  Heavy loads, such as dumpsters and vehicles, should not be allowed on the sidewalks to prevent additional lateral loads on the foundation walls, especially as demolition progresses.  The east brick foundation wall is anticipated to be a separate structure from building 231. However, the footings of two buildings may be in contact or cast together. Additionally, the two foundation walls may have some shared elements that will only be revealed during demolition. It is recommended to have a structural engineer on site during demolition to observe the progress and ensure the operation is not compromising the buildings to remain. Page |4 49

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #1 – South Elevation facing West Loockerman Street Photo #2 – West Elevation facing South New Street Page |5 50

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #3 and #4 – Separation Between Adjacent Building on West Loockerman Street Page |6 51

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #5 - Rear Alley Looking East Photo #6 - Rear Alley Looking West Page |7 52

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #7 - Rear Basement Access to Building 237 Photos #8 – Rear Alley looking East Page |8 53

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #9 - Building 239 - First Floor Photo #10 – Building 239, Second Floor Joists Severely Burned Page |9 54

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #11 – Third Floor Fire Damage Photon #12 – Third Floor Ceiling and Roof Damage P a g e | 10 55

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #13 – Roof Rafters Burned Through – Roof Open to Daylight Photo #14 - Mold Growing on Walls in Basement P a g e | 11 56

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #15 - Mold Growing on Ceiling in Basement Photo #16 - Building 237 – First Floor P a g e | 12 57

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #17 - Building 237 – Lower Level Photo #18 - Building 237 – Basement with Mold on Walls P a g e | 13 58

City of Dover Item 6. Pre-Demolition Structural Condition Assessment 237 and 239 West Loockerman Street Photo #19 - Building 237 – Second Floor Gas Hot-Water Furnace in Mechanical Closet (Similar Gas Hot-Water Furnace on Third Floor) P a g e | 14 59

Item 6. Timeline of Events 235-239 West Loockerman St (ED-05-077.09-01-500.000.000) SAG Holding LLC • March 17th, 2022- Condemned due to fire damage. • March 17th, 2022- Notice of Condemnation was sent to owner. • June 16th, 2022- Inspection was conducted with no repairs made to the building. • June 30th, 2022- Inspection was conducted with no repairs made to the building. The building was found unsecured. Dover Police was contacted to clear the building. The building was resecured by Code Enforcement. • July 14th, 2022- Inspection was conducted with no repairs made to the building. • July 28th, 2022- Inspection was conducted with no repairs made to the building. • August 1st, 2022- Mayor made Executive Order to demolish the building. • August 3rd, 2022- Inspection was conducted with no repairs made to the building. • August 15th, 2022- Property was presented before council to be declared Dangerous. Council ordered the building be demolished on or after August 30, 2022. • August 24th, 2022- Site visit with council. Order of demolition remained in effect after visit. 60

Item 6. • September 1st-3rd, 2022- Building was boarded on all levels. This was to prevent vandalism and protect the overall safety of the public. • September 7th, 2022- Site visit with Compliance Environmental to conduct asbestos testing. • September 8th, 2022- Site visit with Compliance Environmental to conduct asbestos testing. • September 9th, 2022- Site visit with Compliance Environmental to conduct asbestos testing. • September 13th, 2022- Site visit with Century Engineering to for recommendations on how to demolish the building safely. • September 23rd, 2022- Received feedback from the Century Engineering that the building did have the potential for collapse. • September 24th, 2022- Due to the recommendation from the engineer the sidewalk and parking areas was closed on the New Street side. • September 26th, 2022- Site visit with Chesapeake Utilities to discuss retiring the gas line to the property. • September 27th, 2022- Site visit with Asbestos abatement contractors for a pre-bid meeting. • September 30th, 2022- Inspection was conducted to ensure the building was secured and barriers were in place due to threat of weather. • October 1st, 2022- Inspection was conducted to ensure the building was secured and barriers were in place due to threat of weather. • October 2nd, 2022- Inspection was conducted to ensure the building was secured and barriers were in place due to threat of weather. 61

Item 6. • October 3rd, 2022- Inspection was conducted. Forced entry was discovered through two doors that was previously screwed shut. Dover Police was contacted but due to the deterioration of the building they were not able to conduct a full search. • October 7th. 2022.- The condition of the building continues to deteriorate. It is staff’s recommendation to demolish the building to protect the overall welfare and safety of the public. 62