Title/Name/Summary
14431 First Avenue - Skucas Residence Addition - Certificate of Appropriateness
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Project
14431 First Avenue - Skucas Residence Addition - Certificate of Appropriateness
Legistar ID:2025-0356
Project ID: COA-25-00568
Petitioner
Martin Skucas
Purpose
The purpose of this petition is to construct a new addition that joins the existing single-family home and garage at 14431 First Avenue.
Requested Actions: Certificate of Appropriateness
Project Attributes
Address: 14431 First Avenue
P.I.N.(s): 27-09-21-00-07-0000
Comprehensive Planning District: Downtown Planning District
Comprehensive Land Designation: Single-Family Residential
Existing Zoning: OOH Old Orland Historic District
Contributing Structure: No
Landmark: No
Existing Land Use: Single-Family Residential
Surrounding Land Use:
North: OOH Old Orland Historic District - Single-Family Residential and Open Space
South: OOH Old Orland Historic District - Single-Family Residential
East: OOH Old Orland Historic District - Single-Family Residential
West: OOH Old Orland Historic District - Single-Family Residential and Parks and Recreation
OVERVIEW AND BACKGROUND
According to the 2008 Residential Area Intensive Survey (RAI), the single-family ranch-style house was constructed in 1960 and is in good condition.
The building is considered a Non-Contributing Structure to the Old Orland Historic District per Section 6-209 of the Land Development Code.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION & CONTEXT
The petitioner proposes to build a new addition that joins the existing home to the existing garage, while maintaining an overall appearance which allows the home to fit the style of the Old Orland Historic District.
Per Section 6-209. G.2, changes to Non-Contributing Structures, require an administrative Certificate of Appropriateness review in the OOH District.
The petitioner proposes to install white, 5 1/2" horizontal Sherwin Williams Allura prefinished fiber cement siding across the original house and garage. For the addition, which connects the existing home and garage, the petitioner is using vertical James Hardie 5/16 inch. x 48-inch. x 96-inch Fiber Cement Panel Siding with vertical trim 1 x 2 every 6".
Section 6-209, 3.f.4.i. of the Village Code addresses permitted and prohibited siding materials within the Historic District. Per the ordinance, “Synthetic sidings on Contributing Structures as they are not historically appropriate. For non-contributing structures, synthetic siding such as aluminum or vinyl are discouraged". However, due to the omnipresence of the material in the market, as well as some wood components in the siding itself, this material would be permissible.
The front door will be a Clear Glass LHIS Onyx-Stained Wood and Fiberglass Pre-Hung Front Door 36" x 96". Per Section 6-209. 3. b. 1., “Use wood doors, specifically on the front facades. Metal doors can be used for secondary facades if they are painted to match wood doors”. This wood door with fiberglass components is similar in appearance to existing doors in the district.
Section 6-209. 3. a. 2. States that “simple double-hung wood windows with vertical proportions are appropriate for the district. Wood is preferred; if metal is used, it should be painted to match any existing windows”. These windows resemble the standards throughout the district.
The petitioner is proposing to replace the roofing, gutters, and downspouts on the
existing buildings with gray, like-for-like materials, as well as incorporate the same materials into the building addition.
Section 6-209. F.3.e.1 states “New or replacement roofs of wood or asphalt shingles are appropriate...Asphalt shingles should be simple, flat and smooth, and in an appropriate color.” The proposed replacement roof material is dark grey/black asphalt shingles, which is similar in color and appearance to existing shingles in the district.
Per Section 6-209. G., changes to roofs are considered a minor change, which requires an
administrative Certificate of Appropriateness review for Non-Contributing Structures in the OOH
District.
Per Section 6-209. F.3.f., For replacements or additions, materials for siding, brick, and trim
should match and be compatible in character, color and texture with the original.”
Overall, the project conforms to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Codes and policies for this area.
Recommended Action/Motion
The Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing roofing, siding, and addition at 14431 First Avenue, as
depicted on the scope of work and roof specification sheets submitted by the petitioner, was
administratively approved May 27, 2025, subject to the following conditions:
1) Meet all Building and Land Development Code requirements.
2) Obtain a building permit prior to construction.