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Pontiac historic commission postpones Fair Cove siding decision after split vote
Summary
The Pontiac Historic District Commission postponed a certificate decision for 23 Fair Cove St. after commissioners split over whether existing wood lap siding is repairable; applicant was asked to return with cost estimates and contractor details. (Postponed 4–1.)
The Pontiac Historic District Commission on Dec. 17 postponed action on a homeowner’s request to replace wood lap siding at 23 Fair Cove St., after commissioners failed to reach a four-vote majority for either replacement or denial.
Staff presented the case (HCC‑25‑38), describing existing horizontal wood lap siding with a roughly 4½–5‑inch reveal and the applicant’s request to install either fiber‑cement siding (7‑inch reveal) or LP composite (4‑inch) along with repairs to soffits, fascia and corbels. Paul, staff planner, told the commission that the city building inspector had recommended replacement on the…
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