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Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission (ILPC)
Minutes –April 23, 2024
Commission Member Present: Ed Finegan, Chair
David Kramer, Vice Chair
Stephen Gibian, Member
Avi Smith, Member
Absent: Katelin Olson, Member
Susan Stein, Member
Janet Smith, Member
Common Council Members Present: None
City Staff Present:
Bryan McCracken, Hist. Pres. and Neighborhood
Planner & Secretary, ILPC
Marjorie McLain, Administrative Assistant
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The regular monthly meeting of the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission was held in the
Conference Room on Second Floor of City Hall and also conducted remotely using
videoconferencing technology. Virtual participation in public meetings is authorized by Part
WW of Chapter 56 of the Laws of 2022 of New York State and Local Law 2022-05. The
proceedings were livestreamed on the City of Ithaca Public Meetings channel on YouTube and a
recording is available here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-pGtpGhiTM
Chair E. Finegan called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. and read the Public Notice.
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. 209 Eddy Street, East Hill Historic District – Proposal to Construct a Gravel-Paved
Parking Area for Two cars in the Rear Yard with Vehicular Access Through the Rear Yard of
211 Eddy Street.
Claudia Brenner, Architect, and property owner Ike Nestopoulos appeared before the
Commission to present the revised details of the rear yard paving project. 209 Eddy Street is a
contributing resource in the locally designated East Hill Historic District.
C. Brenner summarized the new proposal, noting the gravel-paved area would be significantly
smaller (accommodating two cars instead of five) than last month’s proposal. The paved area
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will also be relocated. The intent of the changes was to address the concerns expressed by the
Commission at the February meeting, specifically the removal of rear yard green space. Open
green space and the landscaped quality of the neighborhood are considered character-features of
the East Hill Historic District.
PUBLIC HEARING
On a motion by D. Kramer, seconded by A. Smith, Chair E. Finegan opened the Public Hearing.
There being no members of the public appearing and wishing to speak, and no written comments
submitted to be read aloud, Chair E. Finegan closed the Public Hearing on a motion by S.
Gibian, seconded by D. Kramer.
The Commission discussed the impact of the project on the neighborhood’s green space and
landscaped quality. The Commission also discussed the elevation change between 209 and 211
Eddy Street and the need for topographical changes to each property to accommodate the
proposed project. Concerns about the close proximity of the parking spaces to the residence and
vehicular maneuverability were also discussed.
On a motion by S. Gibian, seconded by D. Kramer, consideration of the application was again
tabled to allow the applicant additional time to evaluate the impact of the proposal on the
topography of 209 and 211 Eddy Street.
RECORD OF VOTE:
Moved by: S. Gibian
Seconded by: D. Kramer
In Favor: S. Gibian, D. Kramer, A. Smith, E. Finegan,
Against: 0
Abstain: 0
Absent: K. Olson, J. Smith, S. Stein
Vacancies: 0
B. 2 Ridgewood Road, Cornell Heights Historic District – Retroactive Request for
Approval for the Installation of Mechanical Equipment and Accessories for an Air -Source Heat
Pump System on the Primary (East) Façade.
Shad Cook from Halco Energy appeared before the Commission to present the proposed project
on behalf of property owner New York Alpha of Phi Delta Theta, Inc. 2 Ridgewood Road is a
contributing resource in the locally designated Cornell Heights Historic District.
S. Cook summarized the events that lead to the need to apply for retroactive approval for the air
source heat pump system. He explained that the building’s existing steam heating system is at
the end of its serviceable life; it has developed several unrepairable leaks that could permanently
and unexpectedly shut down the heating system. With the onset of winter, work to install a new
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heating system advanced quickly and some permitting steps were missed. S. Cook outlined the
remaining steps to complete the installation, including the placement of a large compressor in the
front yard of the property.
PUBLIC HEARING
On a motion by A. Smith, seconded by D. Kramer, Chair E. Finegan opened the Public Hearing.
There being no members of the public appearing and wishing to speak, and no written comments
submitted to be read aloud, Chair E. Finegan closed the Public Hearing on a motion by D.
Kramer, seconded by A. Smith.
Commission members noted the high visibility of the proposed location for the compressor and
inquired about alternative sites. They also commented on the visibility of the installed line hides
and discussed options for mitigating their visual impact. Members agreed that a site visit was
necessary to assess the site constraints and explore alternatives.
On a motion by S. Gibian, seconded by D. Kramer, consideration of the application was tabled to
allow the applicant additional time to evaluate alternatives to the proposed compressor location
and to allow for a site visit to consider and evaluate the same.
RECORD OF VOTE:
Moved by: S. Gibian
Seconded by: D. Kramer
In Favor: S. Gibian, D. Kramer, A. Smith, E. Finegan,
Against: 0
Abstain: 0
Absent: K. Olson, J. Smith, S. Stein
Vacancies: 0
C. 115 West Green Street, Henry St. John Historic District – Proposal to Construct an
Accessible Entrance to the Basement on the West Elevation.
Noah Demarest, Architect for Stream Collaborative, and property owner Ed Crossmore appeared
before the Commission to present the proposed project. 115 West Green Street a contributing
resource in the locally designated Henry St. John Historic District.
N. Demarest summarized the details of the accessible entrance project. He described the removal
of a stone walkway, construction of retaining walls, a ramp and a set of stairs, installation of a
railing and door, and modifications to the basement fenestration. N. Demarest noted that the
proposed concrete retaining wall will be veneered in stone to match the other retaining walls at
the property. This proposal deviates slightly from the details presented in the application. E.
Crossmore explained the need for a second accessible entrance to the basement at this property,
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noting specifically a desire to comfortably accommodate clients with mobility constraints in his
offices.
PUBLIC HEARING
On a motion by A. Smith, seconded by D. Kramer, Chair E. Finegan opened the Public Hearing.
There being no members of the public appearing and wishing to speak, and no written comments
submitted to be read aloud, Chair E. Finegan closed the Public Hearing on a motion by D.
Kramer seconded by S. Gibian.
S. Gibian expressed concerns about the railing running along the length of the ramp, and the
Commission and applicant discussed an alternate placement that would reduce the fence’s visual
impact on the historic resource while still meeting safety requirements. The Commission also
discussed alternatives to installing the large ramp, including the installation of a mechanical lift
on the rear elevation, and the need to relocate the electric meter currently in the area of the
proposed new door.
RESOLUTION: 115 West Green Street, Henry St. John Historic District – Proposal to Construct an Accessible Entrance to the Basement on West Elevation
WHEREAS, 115 West Green Street is located within the Henry St. John Historic District, as
designated under Section 228-3 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code in 2013, and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 228-4 of the Municipal Code, an Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness, dated February 27, 2024, was submitted for
review to the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission (ILPC) by Noah
Demarest, Architect at STREAM Collaborative, on behalf of property owner Ed Crossmore, including the following: (1) two narratives respectively titled Description of Proposed Change(s) and Reasons for Changes(s); (2) five sheets of drawing and renderings prepared by applicant, dated January 24, 2024, and titled
“Existing Survey” (L1.0), “Site Layout” (L1.1), “Perspectives” (L1.2), “Existing Photo” (L1.3), “Existing Photo – East Ramp” (L1.4), and WHEREAS, the ILPC has reviewed the entry in the annotated list of properties included within the Henry St. John Historic District for 115 West Green Street, and the City of
Ithaca’s Henry St. John Historic District Summary Statement, and WHEREAS, as stated in the narrative Description of Proposed Change(s), the project involves the construction of an accessible walkway from the street to a new basement-level entrance on the west elevation, including the installation of stacked stone and
concrete retaining walls and metal railings, enlargement of a window opening to install a door, enlargement of another window opening, and the installation of two new window units in the existing and enlarged window openings, and
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WHEREAS, the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness is a Type II Action under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act and the City Environmental
Quality Review Ordinance for which no further environmental review is required,
and WHEREAS, the applicant has provided sufficient documentation and information to evaluate impacts of the proposal on the subject property and surrounding properties, and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing for the purpose of considering approval of the Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness was conducted at the regularly scheduled ILPC meeting on April 23, 2024, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the ILPC has made the following findings of fact concerning the property and
the proposal: As identified in the City of Ithaca’s Henry St. John Historic District Summary Statement, the period of significance for the area now known as the Henry St.
John Historic District is 1830-1932.
As indicated in the individual property entry in the annotated list of properties included within the Henry St. John Historic District, the transitional Federal-Greek Revival Style residence at 115 West Green Street was constructed ca. 1837
and is architecturally significant as the City’s only extant building of this style
constructed in stone. Constructed within the period of significance of the Henry St. John Historic District and possessing a high level of integrity, the property is a contributing
element of the Henry St. John Historic District.
In consideration of this and all approvals of proposals for alterations, new construction, or demolition in historic districts, the ILPC must determine that the proposed exterior work will not have a substantial adverse effect on the
aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance and value of either the landmark or, if the improvement is within a district, of the neighboring improvements in such district. In considering architectural and cultural value, the Commission shall consider whether the proposed change is consistent with the historic value and the spirit of the architectural style of the
landmark or district in accordance with Section 228-6 of the Municipal Code. In making this determination, the Commission is guided by the principles set forth in Section 228-6B of the Municipal Code, as further elaborated in Section 228-6C, and by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, and in this case specifically the following principles and Standards:
Principle #2 The historic features of a property located within, and contributing to the significance of, an historic district shall be altered as little as possible and any alterations made shall be compatible with both the historic
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character of the individual property and the character of the district as a whole.
Principle #3 New construction located within an historic district shall be compatible with the historic character of the district within which it is located. Standard #2 The historic character of a property will be retained and
preserved. The removal of distinctive materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property will be avoided. Standard #9 New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new
work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. Standard #10 New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall
be undertaken in such a manner that, if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. With respect to Principle #2, Standard #2, and Standard #9, the construction of an
accessible entrance on the west elevation will not remove distinctive materials
and will not alter features and spaces that characterize the property. Also with respect to Principle #2, Principle #3, and Standard #9, the proposed walkway, railings, windows, and door are compatible with the massing, size,
scale, and architectural features of the property and its environment.
With respect to Standard #10, accessible basement entrance can be removed in the future without impairment of the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment.
RESOLVED, that, based on the findings set forth above, the proposal will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance of the Henry St. John Historic District, as set forth in Section 228-6, and be it further,
RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission determines that the proposal
meets criteria for approval under Section 228-6 of the Municipal Code, and be it further RESOLVED, that the ILPC approves the Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness with
the following conditions:
• The proposed concrete retaining wall will be faced in natural stone and detailed to appear as a dry-stacked stone wall.
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• The proposed metal fence shall be set back from the proposed retaining
wall to allow for a planting area between the two hardscape features.
• The proposed replacement windows and the new door shall be reviewed and approved by staff prior to installation. RECORD OF VOTE:
Moved by: A. Smith Seconded by: D. Kramer In Favor: A. Smith, D. Kramer, S. Gibian, E. Finegan Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Absent: K. Olson, J. Smith, S. Stein Vacancies: 0
D. 100 Ridgewood Road, Cornell Heights Historic District – Proposal to Replace the
Asphalt Shingle Roof with Black Corrugated Metal Roofing.
Jeffrey Butler, a representative of Beta Theta Pi Alumni Corp., the owners of the property,
appeared before the Commission to present the proposed project. 100 Ridgewood Road is a
contributing resource in the locally designated Cornell Heights Historic District.
J. Butler summarized the proposal to install black corrugated metal roofing over the existing
asphalt shingle roofing, noting the life expectancy and durability of the material as the reasons
for proposed change.
The Commission noted the historic use of corrugated metal roofing on agricultural buildings and
the visual incompatibility of the proposed material with the historic residence. The members
asked if the applicant considered standing seam metal roofing instead of the proposed. This type
of roofing was used on many residences during the district’s period of significance and has been
determined by the Commission to be a compatible roofing material for some residence within the
City’s designed historic districts. The Commission also commented on complex roof plains and
the difficulties of detailing the metal roofing. Given the Commission’s discussion of the
proposed material, the applicant withdrew the Certificate of Appropriateness Application and
indicated that the roof would be replaced in-kind.
E. 934 Stewart Avenue, Cornell Heights Historic District – Proposal to Remove Two
Elevated Metal Walkways on the Primary (North) Façade and Construct a Wood Stairway.
Jason Demarest, Architect, appeared before the Commission on behalf of property owner Travis
Hyde Properties/Edgeview Commons, LLC. to present the proposed project. 934 Stewart Avenue
is a contributing resource in the locally designated Cornell Heights Historic District.
J. Demarest explained that a thorough code review by the City of Ithaca Building Division has
resulted in substantial changes to the design of presented in the Certificate of Appropriateness
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Applications. Given this development, the Secretary of the Commission recommended tabling
consideration of the proposal until accurate and thorough application materials are submitted.
On a motion by A. Smith, seconded by D. Kramer, consideration of the application was tabled.
RECORD OF VOTE:
Moved by: A. Smith
Seconded by: D. Kramer
In Favor: S. Gibian, D. Kramer, A. Smith, E. Finegan,
Against: 0
Abstain: 0
Absent: K. Olson, J. Smith, S. Stein
Vacancies: 0
F. 308 Wait Avenue, Cornell Heights Historic District – Proposal to Construct a New
Egress Pathway from the West Stairs of the Porch Through the Yard, to a Point on the Driveway
at the Center of the North Side of the House.
David Cutter and John Pillar from Cornell University appeared before the Commission to present
the proposed project. 408 Wait Avenue is a contributing resource in the locally designated
Cornell Heights Historic District.
D. Cutter summarized the proposal to install concrete walkways and a gravel paved patio area to
accommodate a grill and picnic table for the students.
PUBLIC HEARING
On a motion by A. Smith, seconded by D. Kramer, Chair E. Finegan opened the Public Hearing.
There being no members of the public appearing and wishing to speak, and no written comments
submitted to be read aloud, Chair E. Finegan closed the Public Hearing on a motion by D.
Kramer, seconded by A. Smith.
Commission members inquired about the 6’ width of the proposed walkways. D. Cutter
responded that the width accommodates the University’s snow removal equipment and is the
standard for new walkways at university properties.
RESOLUTION: 308 Wait Avenue, Cornell Heights Historic District - Proposal to Construct 6' Wide Concrete Walkways and a 12'x12' Gravel-Paved Pad
WHEREAS, 308 Wait Avenue is located within the Cornell Heights Historic District, as designated under Section 228-3 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code in 1989, and as listed on the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places in 1989, and
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WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 228-4 of the Municipal Code, an Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness, dated March 20, 2024, was submitted for review
to the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission (ILPC) by John Pillar on
behalf of property owner Cornell University, including the following: (1) two narratives respectively titled Description of Proposed Change(s) and Reasons for Changes(s); (2) a site plan showing the proposed site alterations; (3) two photographs documenting existing conditions; and (4) two renderings showing the
proposed site alterations, and
WHEREAS, the ILPC has reviewed the New York State Building-Structure Inventory Form for 308 Wait Avenue, and the City of Ithaca’s Cornell Heights Historic District Summary Statement, and
WHEREAS, as stated in the narrative Description of Proposed Change(s), the project involves the installation of 6’-wide concrete walkways along the north and west elevations of the residence and between the residence and the adjacent property at 310 Wait Avenue, and the installation of a12”x12” gravel-paved pad on the north elevation
of residence, and
WHEREAS, the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness is a Type II Action under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act and the City Environmental Quality Review Ordinance for which no further environmental review is required,
and WHEREAS, the applicant has provided sufficient documentation and information to evaluate impacts of the proposal on the subject property and surrounding properties, and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing for the purpose of considering approval of the Application for a
Certificate of Appropriateness was conducted at the regularly scheduled ILPC meeting on April 23, 2024, now therefore be it RESOLVED, that the ILPC has made the following findings of fact concerning the property and
the proposal:
As identified in the City of Ithaca’s Cornell Heights Historic District Summary Statement, the period of significance for the area now known as the Cornell Heights Historic District is 1898-1937.
As indicated in the New York State Building-Structure Inventory Form, The Queen-Anne Style residence at 308 Wait Avenue was constructed between 1905 and 1906.
Constructed within the period of significance of the Cornell Heights Historic
District and possessing a high level of integrity, the property is a contributing element of the Cornell Heights Historic District.
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In consideration of this and all approvals of proposals for alterations, new construction, or demolition in historic districts, the ILPC must determine
that the proposed exterior work will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance and value of either the landmark or, if the improvement is within a district, of the neighboring improvements in such district. In considering architectural and cultural value, the Commission shall consider whether the proposed change is
consistent with the historic value and the spirit of the architectural style of the landmark or district in accordance with Section 228-6 of the Municipal Code. In making this determination, the Commission is guided by the principles set forth in Section 228-6B of the Municipal Code, as further elaborated in Section 228-6C, and by the Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for Rehabilitation, and in this case specifically the following principles and Standards: Principle #2 The historic features of a property located within, and contributing to the significance of, an historic district shall be altered as little
as possible and any alterations made shall be compatible with both the historic character of the individual property and the character of the district as a whole. Principle #3 New construction located within an historic district shall be
compatible with the historic character of the district within which it is located. Standard #2 The historic character of a property will be retained and preserved. The removal of distinctive materials or alteration of features and
spaces that characterize a property will be avoided. Standard #9 New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the
massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. Standard #10 New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that, if removed in the future, the essential
form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. With respect to Principle #2, Standard #2, and Standard #9, the proposed walkways and paved area will not remove distinctive materials and will not alter
features and spaces that characterize the property.
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Also with respect to Principle #2, Principle #3, and Standard #9, the proposed walkways and paved area are compatible with the massing, size, scale, and
architectural features of the property and its environment.
With respect to Standard #10, the walkways and paved area can be removed in the future without impairment of the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment.
RESOLVED, that, based on the findings set forth above, the proposal will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance of the Cornell Heights Historic District, as set forth in Section 228-6, and be it further,
RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission determines that the proposal meets criteria for approval under Section 228-6 of the Municipal Code, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the ILPC approves the Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness.
RECORD OF VOTE: Moved by: D. Kramer Seconded by: S. Gibian
In Favor: D. Kramer, S. Gibian. A. Smith, E. Finegan
Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Absent: K. Olson, J. Smith, S. Stein Vacancies: 0
III. OLD BUSINESS
A. 200 Highland Avenue, Cornell Heights Historic District – Review of Design
Modifications and Exterior Finish Materials as Required by Conditions Placed on the Certificate
of Appropriate Issued on January 16, 2024
Cameron Neuhoff from Trade Design Build and property owner Charlie O’Connor appeared
before the Commission to present minor design modifications and the proposed exterior cladding
materials. The Commission found the design changes and exterior cladding materials to be
compatible with the historic aesthetic quality of the district.
RESOLUTION: 200 Highland Avenue, Cornell Heights Historic District – Proposal to Construct a Two- and One-Half Story, Wood-Framed Addition on the
North Elevation (Conditions Placed on Certificate of Appropriateness,
January 16, 2024) WHEREAS, 200 Highland Avenue is located in the Cornell Heights Historic District, as designated under Section 228-3 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code in 1989, and
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as listed on the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places in 1989, and
WHEREAS, a Certificate of Appropriateness was issued for the construction of a two- and one-half story, wood-framed addition on the north elevation of the residence at the regularly scheduled Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission (ILPC) meeting on January 16, 2024, and
WHEREAS, the following conditions were placed on the Certificate of Appropriateness:
• The applicant shall submit to the ILPC the following for consideration and approval: north, south, east and west elevation drawings; a detailed site plan; detail drawings (including both elevations and sections) for all architectural
and hardscape details); a materials schedule and product specifications for all building materials, products and elements, including, but not limited to, doors windows, railings, lighting, and siding; and samples for all building and hardscape materials.
• The following elements and/or modifications shall be incorporated into the proposed design to enhance the project’s compatibleness with the historic environment: a traditional header on the east porch; a paved walkway from the southeast corner of the east porch to the public sidewalk; and at the pediment on the east elevation, reduce the depth of the projecting horizontal cornice to
the depth of the raking cornices. The above-referenced design changes shall be submitted to the ILPC staff for consideration and approval prior to the issuance of a Building Permit. WHEREAS, materials were submitted for consideration by the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation
Commission by Trade Design Build on behalf of property owner Modern Living Rentals on February 29, 2024, to satisfy the above noted conditions; the submitted 28-page presentation includes a project description, zoning analysis, existing and proposed site plans, design updates narrative, material selection schedule, elevations drawings, window details, porch and gable end details, production
information for Anderson A-Series windows doors, and Jeld-Wen Design-Pro™ Smooth-Pro™ Direct Glazed Exterior Fiberglass Doors, now therefore be it RESOLVED, that the ILPC has made the following findings of fact concerning the property and the proposal:
In consideration of this and all approvals of proposals for alterations, new construction, or demolition in historic districts, the ILPC must determine that the proposed exterior work will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance and value of either the landmark or, if the improvement is within a district, of the neighboring improvements in such district. In considering architectural and cultural value, the Commission shall consider whether the proposed change is consistent with the historic value and the spirit of the architectural style of the landmark or district in accordance with Section 228-5 of the Municipal
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Code. In making this determination, the Commission is guided by the principles set forth in Section 228-5B of the Municipal Code, as further
elaborated in Section 228-5C, and by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, and in this case specifically the following principles and Standards: Principle #3 New construction located within an historic district shall be
compatible with the historic character of the district within which it is located. Standard #9 New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new
work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment. With respect to Principle #3 and Standard #9, the proposed exterior cladding
materials and finishes are compatible with the historic character of the Cornell
Heights Historic District, and more specifically, with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features of the property and its environment. Also with respect to Standard #9, the proposed addition will be differentiated
from surrounding historic structures through the use of contemporary construction
techniques and materials. RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission approves the exterior cladding and finish materials and design changes, and be it further,
RESOLVED, that the conditions placed on the Certificate of Appropriateness and noted above have been met. RECORD OF VOTE:
Moved by: D. Kramer
Seconded by: A. Smith In Favor: D. Kramer, A. Smith, E. Finegan, S. Gibian, Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Absent: K. Olson, J. Smith, S. Stein
Vacancies: 0
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. Public Outreach Presentation: Draft Downtown Neighborhood Plan
B. McCracken summarized the Downtown Neighborhood Plan development process, the public
outreach strategy for the draft plan, and the adoption process. He encouraged Commission
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members to complete the public outreach survey and directed them to the relevant online
documents and forms.
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• The February 20,2024 meeting minutes were approved unanimously with minor
modifications.
• The December 19, 2023, meeting minutes were approved unanimously.
• The November 21, 2023, meeting minutes were approved unanimously.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
With the pending departure of A. Smith at 8:50 PM, the Commission would have been unable to
conduct further business due to a lack of quorum. On a motion by D. Kramer, seconded by S.
Gibian, the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Bryan McCracken, Historic Preservation Planner