Angola Historic Preservation Commission approves repaint and signage at 218 West Maumee Street

The City of Angola Historic Preservation Commission voted Nov. 19 to approve a certificate of appropriateness for exterior repainting and two new wooden signs at 218 West Maumee Street.

Staff presented the application, saying the owner proposes to repaint existing wooden panels (no brick will be painted or penetrated) and to hang two 3-foot circular wooden signs in the locations of historic signage. Staff said the selected color, SW2812 from the Sherwin‑Williams historic exterior palette (described in the commission packet as "Rockwood Jade"), falls within the district's approved palette and recommended approval: "I do recommend approval for the certificate of appropriateness for the proposed project."

Casey Pena, who identified themself as “co‑owner of Maniac Construction and president of Kahoots Community Center,” answered commissioners' questions on scope and timing, confirming the work being approved covers only the existing wood paneling and that a future permit would be sought for a separate window replacement.

Commissioners raised preservation and maintenance concerns: staff noted the existing paint appeared weathered and the proposed repainting would protect the underlying wood without replacing historic materials. Staff also reminded the applicant that a separate sign permit from the city planner is required before installation.

After discussion, a motion to approve the application was made and seconded; the commission voted in favor and approved the certificate of appropriateness as presented.

The commission also approved its Oct. 15 meeting minutes earlier in the session. The commission did not set a different implementation date for the repainting or signage; any additional alterations beyond the scope discussed would require a separate submittal and review.