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Historic District Commission approves porch repairs at 1213 Sixth Street
Summary
The commission unanimously approved a certificate of appropriateness for porch repairs and replacement decking at a two‑story rental at 1213 Sixth Street, with the commission asking that decking match historic board width (about 3–3½ inches).
The Bay City Historic District Commission on March 12 approved a certificate of appropriateness for porch repairs and replacement decking at 1213 Sixth Street, a two‑story rental property, after hearing from the owner and discussing appropriate materials and dimensions.
John Frey, the property owner, said he is replacing porches that have deteriorated and that the existing metal railing and decking have been in place since he purchased the house in 1996. “There’s children in the home, so I would like to get something a little bit more stable in there,” Frey told the commission.
Commission members reviewed decking options, spindle/column dimensions and material choices. The commission…
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