https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/291f847bb4da2cfce664a15beaa3479d.pdf a4200c40669bc425e1fde36e83513177 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING-APPROVED October 25, 2006 The meeting was called to order by Paul Wichmann, Acting Chairman at 8:05 p.m. Present: Paul Wichmann, Acting Chairman David Pysh Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Absent: Carter Sackman Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Village Architect/Village of Sleepy Hollow) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Agenda: 1. Approval of Minutes 2. Henman 3. Correia 4. Starkey 5. H. Molina 6. D’John Barber Shop 7. Feliciano 8. Ribeiro 9. Dugan 10. Sleepy Hollow Cemetery 11. Other 12. Election of a Chairman June and July 2006 meeting 126 Harwood Avenue Alter façade 2 Millard Avenue New retaining wall & driveway 199 Webber Avenue Window alteration 49-51 Chestnut Street New 2-family residence 85 Cortlandt Street New awning 26 Kendal Avenue Alteration & addition 56 Howard Avenue Alteration & addition 138 Merlin Avenue Alteration & addition 540 North Broadway Continuation Announcements: None. 1) Minutes for June and July 2006 meetings - David Pysh made a motion to approve the June 2006 minutes as amended. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). David Pysh made a motion to approve the July 2006 minutes as submitted. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 2) David Henman– David Henman is the owner and is presenting this application. Sean McCarthy stated that the mailings were received by the Village. �David Henman stated that the current windows are not appealing to him. He stated that the windows would all match. He stated that the second floor roof pitch would be slightly elevated to create an incline to help prevent leaks in the roof. He reviewed the proposed awning window that would be installed. David Pysh asked the applicant if the membrane roof would be visible from the street. David Henman responded that it should not be visible from the street. Sean McCarthy asked if the existing parapet would be lowered. David Henman responded that the parapet would be lowered by 10-inches. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Pat Piereson made a motion to approve the application as submitted. David Pysh seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 3) Correia Joe Bertilino is the project architect and is representing this application on behalf of the owners. Sean McCarthy stated that the mailings were received by the Village. Joe Bertilino described the proposed project. He stated that the owners want to relocate the existing retaining wall to add an additional parking space in the driveway. Ana Maria McGinnis asked about the standard parking space size. Sean McCarthy responded 9’ x 18’. Ana Maria McGinnis stated that the amount of blacktop should be reduced. Pat Piereson asked if any of the neighbors had a problem with the proposed work. Joe Bertilino responded no. Sean McCarthy asked about the maximum height of the wall. Joe Bertilino responded 4-5 feet. Ana Maria McGinnis stated that the asphalt should only be extended far enough to accommodate a car. David Pysh stated that the asphalt should only extend to the house. He stated that the remaining area should have pavers. The Chair opened the public hearing. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 25, 2006 2 �Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the condition that the asphalt extends to the end of the house. The remaining area would have flagstone pavers installed. The width of the proposed driveway is acceptable. David Pysh seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 4) Starkey David Starkey is the owner and is representing this application. Sean McCarthy stated that the mailings were received by the Village. David Starkey stated that his bedroom only has one window. He stated that he is proposing to replace the bedroom window and add an additional window. He also presented an alternative rendering to the Board. The rendering showed a space between the two windows. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. David Pysh made a motion to approve the application as presented in the alternative rendering. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 5) Molina – There was nobody here to represent this application. 6) D’John Barber Shop John Fernandez is the owner and is presenting this application. Sean McCarthy stated that the mailings were received by the Village. John Fernandez stated that he owns the barber shop and wants to install a new awning. He presented a rendering to the Board. The Chair stated that phone numbers are not allowed on the awning. Sean McCarthy asked if the business would be a barber shop or a taxi service. He stated that only one business could operate at this address. John Fernandez responded that the barber shop would be the only business operating at this address. The Chair asked if the awning was a cloth awning. John Fernandez responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 25, 2006 3 �The Chair asked if there were other awnings in the neighborhood. John Fernandez describes other awnings in the area. There was an open discussion on what materials that the Board needs from the applicant in order to make a decision. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair stated that the Board would like to see an awning that is similar to other awnings in the immediate area. Pat Piereson stated that there are many different colors of awnings on Beekman Avenue. She stated that the awning shape is important. David Pysh stated that the awning shape should be an expression of ownership. The Chair stated that he would like to see the other awnings in the area. John Fernandez stated that he had digital photos of the awnings on his camera. He showed the Board the nearby awnings on his digital camera. The Board reviewed the digital images on the camera. Sean McCarthy stated that the awning on the opposite corner (89 Cortlandt Street) is in poor condition due to the excess wear and tear from being exposed to the high winds that exist at this intersection. Pat Piereson asked the applicant to provide a make-up of the proposed lettering, colors and materials for the Board to review. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 7) Feliciano Mark Casis is the project contractor and is representing this application along with owner. Sean McCarthy stated that the mailings were received by the Village. Mark Casis spoke about the proposed changes. He stated that the house will be squared off to make better use of the dwelling unit. He stated that the siding would match the existing. David Pysh asked if the ridge would be elevated. Mark Casis responded that the ridge would be extended by 5-feet. He stated that the height cannot he altered since the Zoning Board approved the application with the proposed height. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 25, 2006 4 �Ana Maria McGinnis stated that the roof pitch should be elevated to match other houses in the area. The Chair asked if the side walls would be lowered to raise the roof pitch. Mark Casis responded that the height is needed to maintain the living space in the attic. There was an open discussion on how to increase the roof pitch. Ana Maria McGinnis stated that the exterior is too monolithic. Pat Piereson stated that the house is like a box. She stated that other houses in the area have a porch or some kind of architectural feature. She stated that the proposed renovations have taken all of that away. The Chair asked if there is an issue with a projection in the front. Sean McCarthy responded that a projection in the front would increase the building coverage and the front yard setback. David Pysh stated that the existing roofline should be maintained to keep in character with other houses in the neighborhood. He also stated that the applicants design would be enhanced by bringing the renovated attic space inward by 2-feet all around. He also stated that the windows in the attic space should be changed to allow more light to enter. He also stated that the addition of vestibule would enhance the front of the house. Mark Casis presented the vinyl siding and roof materials to the Board. He stated that the siding would be vinyl but have a clapboard appearance. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 8) Ribeiro Sam Vieira is the project contractor and is representing this application on behalf of the owners. Sean McCarthy stated that the mailings were received by the Village. Sam Vieira summarized the application to date. He spoke about the proposed additions. He stated that the roof pitches and height are not changing. He spoke about the existing cedar siding that would be replaced with vinyl siding to match the existing vinyl siding. He stated that the existing roofing would be replaced. He also spoke about the new side entrance. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 25, 2006 5 �The Chair stated that the siding hangs over the existing brick. He stated that the two should be separated. Sam Vieira responded that a frieze board would be added to differentiate from the two materials. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. David Pysh made a motion to approve the application with the condition that the applicant use wood for all of the soffits and fascias and add the frieze board to separate the vinyl and brick exteriors. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 9) Dugan Brian Dugan is the owner and is representing this application. Sean McCarthy stated that the mailings were received by the Village. Brian Dugan spoke about the proposed changes. He stated that all of the windows are going to be changed. He spoke about the changes to the roof. He spoke about the proposed changes to the front of the house. He stated that the color of the windows is important to match the existing trim. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Pat Piereson stated that the proposed changes are very well done. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following materials: 1) All existing exterior materials to remain. 2) Windows are casement style, clad exterior, simulated divided light. Color to be dark brown to match the existing trim. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 10) Sleepy Hollow Cemetery This is a continuation from previous meetings. Ed Napoleon is representing this application on behalf of the cemetery. Ed Napoleon stated that the drawings have been brought up to construction grade. He stated that all of the Board’s comments have been addressed. Ed Napoleon reviewed the crypt covers and other materials. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 25, 2006 6 �The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. David Pysh stated that the two low profile vents on the south elevation should be relocated to the east side of the roof. The Chair stated that the poured coping reference is vague. Ed Napoleon stated that the appearance of the coping would match the chapel office. Ana Maria McGinnis made a motion to approve the application with clear glass instead of the proposed art glass on the chapel window and the two low profile vents on the south elevation should be relocated to the east side of the roof. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 11) Other The November 2006 meeting date will be moved to November 30, 2006. 12) Election of a Chairman There was an open discussion on the responsibilities of being the Chairman. David Pysh stated that the Chairman should coordinate the Board’s views with the other Village Boards. There was an open discussion on the Board’s rules and procedures. The Board agreed to meet at 7:30pm for a work session on November 30, 2006. The Chair made a motion to adjourn. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). This was adjourned to the next meeting. Adjourned at 10:04 p.m. Respectfully Submitted APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 25, 2006 7 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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