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Lee Mark, representing the Columbus City School System, described the work as largely exterior masonry renovation, cleaning, limited brick replacement and door replacements intended to match the existing appearance. He told commissioners the district’s team wants to preserve as much of the existing brick as possible: \"We initially thought that was 2 back to back steel pagans and then we found out the interior half of the wall is supported on concrete... The intent of the rental replacement is that the brick would be replaced and then the brick would be replaced,\" he said.

Staff cautioned the commission that chimneys are character‑defining features in the district and generally should be retained and repaired rather than removed. Commissioners echoed that view and asked the district to explore alternatives to demolition, including repair or rebuilding the chimney to match the existing profile. \"We're pretty hard on chimneys in general,\" a commissioner said, urging preservation or near‑matching reconstruction of any altered chimney cap or height.

Commissioners also requested detailed, close‑up photos of existing doors and documentation of the condition that would justify replacement, and they asked the applicant to clarify which door frames, sills and lintels require removal versus repair. Staff said the project would be reviewed against city code 31.16.11 (standards for alteration) and Victorian Village guidelines on windows and doors.

Because the application was conceptual, no formal action was taken. Staff and commissioners encouraged the district to submit more thorough documentation — photos of existing doors and damaged masonry, a site plan showing the additions, and justification for any proposed demolition — ahead of a formal application. Staff noted the deadline to appear on the June agenda is one week after the meeting if the applicant wishes to pursue action quickly.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Special Meeting: Victorian Village Commission (05/14/25)","oneSentenceSummary","Commissioners offered design feedback but no vote on a conceptual plan from Columbus City Schools to replace lower‑level doors and repair masonry at a 1925 school building, pressing the district to provide photos and to avoid removing a historic chimney where possible.","taxTitle","Columbus City Committees (Special Meetings), Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio","taxId",75951,"location","Ohio","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6239771,"Historic commission allows paint, limits sign size at 909 N. High St.",1427,1259000,2686000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a&start=1259&end=2686","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a/thumbnail_1259000.jpg","/articles/6239771/Ohio/Historic-commission-allows-paint-limits-sign-size-at-909-N-High-St","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6239771-b7df7a3db505a438b3ffa24147d3d1a9/orig.mp4?Expires=1771115119&Signature=Vb3UWyPA-XT1z3Otg9Hb4uwSWaHnVqkoe5~XEHTTLAp65Wa0Cmw741pggGMBBZXd0HEiL7oNNU-OtJCa1Q7KCnznSaVl2x67JfVrjCpzu43VTVA51k-yX8Zh7eCGJraSEA04UOafu24UMZpXTWamkxp-iHFnJtveu98O-x~aG8BCLN85FUE1T36Rg91ttIOBYth9FrNT4nqK0jnpwlXWC8a66lzyVZvAk1T~bLXGf6~7BgNmU6pkUMnGGgZCtARZv6o9gFFyTqx5MvbC80p-3t06~-kjedAiAe7FYlzg3lmqLEK3Is0qrDWQbKks0YCip4G2~MZcoDl2XDQYo1TmDA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Columbus Historic Preservation Commission on May 21 approved a request to repaint and update signage at 909 North High Street, allowing paint on the building’s exterior because staff found the façade to be a deteriorated panelized brick system but requiring the new awning signs to meet Short North guidelines on size.

Commissioners said the structure’s exterior appears to be a thin‑set or panelized concrete product, not traditional full‑depth brick, and accepted staff’s recommendation that painting was an appropriate treatment for the building’s material condition. \"This is a unique condition where it's a panelized brick siding system that has deteriorated, and can't be salvaged in any other manner,\" a commissioner said when making the motion to approve.

The commission also reached a compromise on signage. Staff and commissioners agreed that the existing freestanding blade sign could be retained and updated, but the larger wall/awning sign must be reduced to conform to the Short North design guidelines’ square‑foot limits for wall signs. Commissioners said two awning signs are acceptable when they serve separate ground‑floor tenant spaces, but the larger of the two awning signs must be reduced in area before a certificate is issued.

Applicant Derek Millard told the panel the building contains a mix of thin veneer brick, painted CMU and other materials and that the proposals were intended as a short‑term refresh until a larger redevelopment occurs. “We're kinda just putting a little stake on the building, try to get another 5 years out of it,” Millard said.

Staff recommended approval on the basis of city code 31.16.11 (standards for alteration) and the Short North design guidelines; commissioners adopted the recommendation with the conditions described above. The commission instructed staff to accept the submitted supplemental photos and to verify sign dimensions and awning materials before issuing a certificate.

The commission’s approval is limited to the treatments and conditions it described; commissioners said painting of other unpainted masonry on nearby façades would still require separate review and that the applicant should submit any additional materials or clarifications if they return for final action on related elements.","The Columbus Historic Preservation Commission approved exterior painting and updated signage for 909 North High Street, but required the masonry remain painted only after commissioners accepted staff’s finding that the façade is a panelized faux‑brick system and imposed size limits on new awning signs.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6239753,"Commission approves several COAs, continues 217 West Hubbard due to absent applicant",6375,810000,7185000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a&start=810&end=7185","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a/thumbnail_810000.jpg","/articles/6239753/Ohio/Commission-approves-several-COAs-continues-217-West-Hubbard-due-to-absent-applicant","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6239753-23e069d506979afbcca0a0a73c30166d/orig.mp4?Expires=1771115119&Signature=NtUZjY5mCHNnFoKr0vWmv2SlWppmBhC5yvH40eZyMWqk5qm6qBMPd31JksOey1NeqM6AcvR2FpKE0haY~ba3pLxcvO49PHo88wu6RgtbNXewRurPhx4FkCWhQxdzjl2zhli4uGIX~sterwYpTr6VTJmEavgykfw2TrO3sX214u1YCGSBhPpmWe7wA~D7pVRZKqV5KLNnn-jFGJJlW2TGhtBrdKilFNyXlGyP~YxYthYlL5v8z8FI33CF~Cumxkl~R6OY60ci5NiA~jUfjom-jOPz~y1axeomZPsSILBPnlT0wd6qv-A2IH9MtEOH4Cnrbr5a5zVAf5VftXXZbsIiFg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Historic Preservation Commission approved multiple routine COA applications and continued one item for the absent applicant at its May 21 meeting.

The commission approved application COA‑250035678 for work at Price Avenue (rear door alterations and window clarification) with the condition that the replacement window come from the approved windows list. Applicant David Marshall affirmed the record and the motion passed by voice vote.

Commissioners also approved COA‑2500387836 for 836 Harrison Avenue to rebuild and reconfigure rear stairs to meet current code, to replace the porch deck and to match existing gutter profiles. Applicant Julia Bullock described the existing stairs as in poor condition and said the reconfiguration addressed code‑required tread and landing dimensions; commissioners approved as submitted.

Application 217 West Hubbard Avenue (COA‑2500272) was continued at the applicant’s request because the applicant was not present; commissioners voted to continue the application to a future meeting so the applicant may attend and provide required materials.

Staff cited city code 31.16.11 (standards for alteration) and Victorian Village guidelines as the basis for these approvals and continuations.","The commission approved Certificates of Appropriateness for a Price Avenue door/window alteration and for rear stair repairs at 836 Harrison Avenue, and continued the 217 West Hubbard application because the applicant was not present.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6239758,"Commission approves repairs, allows buff‑wash or limestone for 717 Denison stairs",692,4513000,5205000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a&start=4513&end=5205","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a/thumbnail_4513000.jpg","/articles/6239758/Ohio/Commission-approves-repairs-allows-buffwash-or-limestone-for-717-Denison-stairs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6239758-0ccf96cd4341c9299c266055bec66a9b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771115119&Signature=QYBCDdQzPHkLFpjBstFEMwPgrkix9imjkNg2KgEQ2H3iDcvexCzzTjxGTtHyMXoLvbHA9~vNVN-kilmC0YggnwONU3rPvlvu1ISjYXMlJqzrzx09uPQIX3lUT1rkNm3WfBB3AQ5h-jPPvqE6oeNgWfu6s2IweO0~u0t2P1gYAP-zAseFUs-K6K1Pm-~YP775EQjm~ITzaLa8PgR0u3BI6AJ-gr4tWjYG8ewd0SGzH~Jh-OBBbT2a9ZhzzvXITq28ySUUzJUsc7z~D7cL-YUcLZe~SGj8HGNAmOd3QdoSpXlW-kYN1rPo-HvgRRDjAREGE1KDOA-SszWPk7ymidPWEA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Historic Preservation Commission approved exterior repairs and replacement of front stairs and porch elements at 717 Dennison Avenue on May 21, with staff and commissioners recommending a textured “buff‑wash” finish for any new concrete or permitting natural stone as an alternative.

Staff recommended approval with clarifications and asked that the applicant provide photos of the full front façade and corner views so the commission could understand the completed work. The applicant told the commission that some windows had been removed temporarily for repair work and that he planned to reassemble original sashes and complete repairs.

Commissioners emphasized that if concrete stairs are used, a buff‑wash finish (also described as a micro‑etch or exposed fine texture) helps the replacement blend better with historic surroundings than shiny new broom‑finished concrete. The commission also said limestone treads or natural stone would be acceptable if the applicant elects that option, but asked staff to review any stone profiles prior to certificate issuance.

The motion approving the application included the condition that concrete, if used, will have a buff‑wash finish; alternately the applicant may install natural stone treads with dimensions and profiles submitted to staff. The commission also asked the applicant to remove painted wording on the façade if it remains and to submit any outstanding clarifications to staff before a certificate is issued.","The commission approved exterior repairs and replacement stairs at 717 Dennison Avenue, recommending a buff‑wash finish for replacement concrete or allowing natural stone treads if the applicant chooses to use them.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6239762,"Owner’s plan for two rear parking spaces raises preservation, tree and curb‑cut concerns",1306,5394000,6700000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a&start=5394&end=6700","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3335205-d03ec7035558eda6a8643f2febfe703a/thumbnail_5394000.jpg","/articles/6239762/Ohio/Owners-plan-for-two-rear-parking-spaces-raises-preservation-tree-and-curbcut-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6239762-fd8ad5f1139272fd6da4c5e5ca53b819/orig.mp4?Expires=1771115119&Signature=FZx3m2nxT-WOlhjEZkXTcAch5exvhmq3v4J3bjusjGSaBt0etilQvfLb3KyaiyOhoQWVe0nUrQXXx~LO20Rzm0kyeDPhBpqJp6VUoZZuHiMAc8QDFf0zcTsGF4ReNmVfa6msSCp8D3YOIMMfJvXOxIa9mUxSYCE-PapXMV~-WH2p6hDPtT5AyAAROCaGDxWIwR4QlU5jb24F-RmN7phw0aGInSa-V5Tzb7NXJrrJMNQsVgbS~4c1btq0yRzesIn8bHBZmOmsrlfP1DKq4L2lgWw439S8Nhm1-ah~e12iekwt~LeAaKdxCzYOZUVEGfsO6GHXzxKxP6svfqyzig9f-g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A conceptual application to add two off‑street parking spaces at a Victorian Village property, which would require a curb cut, removal of a maple and a Norway spruce, and partial demolition of a limestone curb, drew robust questioning from the Historic Preservation Commission on May 21.

The homeowner — who has owned the property for about 31 years — told commissioners the neighborhood’s intense parking pressure motivated the proposal and described plans for two 9‑foot‑by‑18‑foot spaces, a 5‑inch concrete slab, EV charging infrastructure and new retaining walls and a 6‑foot privacy fence. \"Everybody wants to have a parking spot…so I thought I'd see what this opportunity would be create,\" the applicant said.

Staff and commissioners raised multiple concerns: historic limestone curb and retaining features were identified as contributing elements that should be preserved; removal of mature trees would require arborist documentation and a replanting plan; and curb cuts require separate zoning and public‑works approvals and are often resisted on safety and alley‑access grounds. Commissioners also noted that exposing an additional 30 inches of the foundation as a result of grading changes would alter the building’s appearance and could require structural measures.

Commissioners suggested alternatives for the applicant to explore, including reducing the number of parking spaces from two to one (which would reduce disturbance to the Norway spruce and lessen foundation exposure), shifting the layout to preserve the larger tree, or offering multiple design options for review. Staff recommended an arborist report on tree health and a clear replacement plan for any removed trees, and urged the applicant to coordinate with zoning and public‑works staff about curb‑cut feasibility.

Because the filing was conceptual, no vote was taken; commissioners encouraged the applicant to return with options and supporting studies if the owner seeks a formal certificate application.","A homeowner’s conceptual proposal to add two off‑street parking spaces, remove two trees and cut the limestone curbing in a Victorian Village rear yard prompted commissioners to request alternatives, arborist input and confirmation from zoning about curb‑cut approvals.","actionData","errors"]

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