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Meeting Summary
The Historic and Design Review Commission approved final material selection for new construction at 418 East Locust, allowing metal board and batten siding instead of fiber cement with staff stipulation for setback compliance only. A 720 square foot detached carport at 525 Mission Street was approved with wood construction and standing seam metal roof specifications. A proposed 294 square foot accessory structure at 307 Delaware received conceptual approval but must return for final review of front facade window design.
Key Decisions (3)
Final Material Selection at 418 East Locust
Approved final material selection for new construction allowing metal board and batten siding (24 gauge, 12 inches on center) instead of fiber cement vertical siding. Applicant Joseph Smith of JMS Architects represented property owners Priya and Jothin Patel. Commission approved with only staff stipulation number two regarding setback standards, removing stipulation one requiring wood or fiber cement siding.
Detached Carport at 525 Mission Street
Approved waiver and construction of approximately 720 square foot detached carport at rear of property in King William Association area. Carport to feature all wood construction with square six by six wood columns, two by six roof rafters, and standing seam metal roof with 18-21 inch wide panels and 1-2 inch high seams.
Accessory Structure at 307 Delaware - Conceptual Approval
Granted conceptual approval for 294 square foot rear accessory structure in Lavaca Historic District. Applicant Alberto Rodriguez Herveira of Nextdoor Living representing property owner Roberto Lissondo. Structure proposed as home gym with kitchenette and shower. Commission required applicant to return with revised front facade design incorporating one over one windows instead of vertical slit windows.
Development Activity (3)
New Construction at 418 East Locust
New construction with 30+ foot walls featuring metal board and batten siding (24 gauge, 12 inches on center with 1-7/8 inch battens). Final material selection approved allowing metal siding as alternative to fiber cement.
Detached Carport at 525 Mission Street
720 square foot detached carport at rear of property with all wood construction, six by six wood columns, two by six roof rafters, and standing seam metal roof
Accessory Structure at 307 Delaware
294 square foot one-story accessory structure for home gym use with kitchenette and 3x3 shower. Shed roof design, board and batten siding, not visible from street.
Market Signals (2)
Housing Demand
Multiple accessory dwelling unit and casita projects in historic districts indicate continued demand for additional living space on existing residential properties.
Sentiment
Commission showing flexibility on alternative building materials (metal siding) when applicants demonstrate superior durability and longevity compared to traditional fiber cement options.