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DRC split over cedar shakes after applicant presents archival and roofer evidence

Design Review Committee, a subcommittee of the Historic Zoning Commission · March 17, 2026
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Summary

An applicant seeking retroactive approval for cedar shakes and EPDM for a low‑slope area presented aerial photos and roofer analyses; commissioners were split on whether the evidence established historic use and urged further documentation at the voting meeting.

At the committee’s March session, Scott Cash presented months of archival research, aerial imagery and two independent roofing assessments to support retroactive approval of a cedar shake roof on his 1930s home at Miles Manor Court and a request to use EPDM on a low‑slope rear section.

Staff said EPDM is appropriate for the limited low‑slope area because it is…

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