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Commission grants certificate for front-stair replacement in HDC case 26-18
Summary
The Bay City Historic District Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for front-stair replacement described as "like-for-like" (pressure-treated wood, existing handrail to remain). Staff offered follow-up assistance and the applicant was instructed to coordinate next steps with the planning office.
The Bay City Historic District Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for HDC case 26-18, allowing replacement of the front stairs to match existing size and design.
The applicant confirmed the new stairs will be the same size and design as the existing steps, that the current handrail will remain, and that the material will be pressure-treated wood to be painted after installation. Commissioners asked whether wing walls or other features would change; the applicant said they would remain unchanged.
After brief questions, a commissioner moved to approve the certificate of appropriateness, the motion was seconded, and the commission passed the motion. Staff advised the applicant to follow up with Adam in the planning office for any additional documentation or coordination.
The approval was framed as a straightforward, like-for-like exterior repair and did not include material changes beyond the replacement stair construction described in the application.
