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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-ILPC-2009-06-11Approved by ILPC — 7/9/09 Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission June 11, 2009 Present: Nancy Brcak Kristen Brennan Alphonse Pieper, Chair Sue Stein Lynn Truame Mary Tomlan, Common Council Liaison Leslie Chatterton, Staff Brendan Haggerty, Intern Bryan McCracken, Intern Chair A. Pieper called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. and read the legal notice for the public hearings. He rearranged the agenda order to allow the applicants in attendance to be heard first. I. PUBLIC HEARING A. Handwork Cooperative, 102-106 West State Street, Clinton Block Historic District – proposal for replacement door Thomas Nix, contractor for the Handwork Cooperative, and Carol Schmoock, owner of 102-106 West State Street, were present to address the Commission concerning the proposal. T. Nix referenced the addendum included in the Commission meeting packet explaining that the current door configuration is a violation of the Fire Code of New York State (FCNYS) Section 1028 which states that egress doors “shall be readily operable without the use of a key or special knowledge” (FCNYS §1028.2) and the doors shall have a “minimum egress width as calculated in FCNYS §1008.1.1. (FCNYCS §1028.3) FCNYS §1008.1.1 states that a two-leaf door without a mullion shall “provide a clear opening width of 32”. Commission members discussed the 2007 adoption to the FCNYS, “NYS Existing Buildings Code” (NYSEBC) which appears to allow the code enforcement official to approval alternative life-safety systems in existing buildings. The Commission also discussed the product, “Monarch F-XX-V Series Fire Rated Vertical Rod Device,” researched by L. Truame.. T. Nix, stated that the cost for each door would be $1281, exterior hardware would cost an additional $200, and the product would need to be modified in field, adding to the expense. C. Schmoock presented a booklet that was published in the 1970s, Surroundings: Ithaca, New York, a manual for peripheral street improvement, which illustrates proposed façade improvements included the façade in question. The book shows an image depicting the replacement of the paired doors with a single door. According to C. Schmoock, replacement of the doors was recommended to improve security following the 2008 fire. C. Schmoock added that the current tenants find the doors to be inconvenient, inhibiting the easy movement of materials in and out of the building. Letters from the current tenants, Mighty Yoga, 2nd floor, and TRC Solutions, 3rd floor, describing their discontent with the doors were presented to the Commission. The replacement of the doors would allow the owner to provide secure and convenient access to the second-and-third-floor rental spaces. C. Schmoock reported speaking with a representative at the Center Ithaca 1 ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 Building about the installation and operation of magnetic locks on the doors and learned that this system would be prohibitively expensive. K. Brennan stated that the intent of the Commission is to preserve the craftsmanship of the door adding that life safety issues are not provided for in the guidelines for determining the appropriateness of an alteration. N. Brcak stated her opposition to the proposal, adding that the Commission is concerned about safety. She did not feel that retention of the doors made the building unsafe. T. Nix added that if the proposal is not approved he would make an argument for an economic hardship. L. Truame explained that an economic hardship appeal could only be filed as an appeal, after the Commission voted down the proposal. She added that an economic hard ship appeal would take into account the larger context of the building’s annual revenue and expense Public Hearing On a motion by S. Stein, seconded by N. Brcak, Chair A. Pieper opened the public hearing. There being no one present to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed on a motion by N. Brcak, seconded by L. Traume. With the applicant’s approval the ILPC, by unanimous vote on a motion by N. Brcak, seconded by K. Brennan, tabled the application until the next meeting. B. 418 E. Seneca Street, East Hill Historic District – proposal to replace existing wood siding with “Cemplank”. Janis Whitlock, owner of 418 E. Seneca Street, was present to address the Commission regarding the proposal. Chair A. Pieper, noted the likelihood that the current wall cladding on the 2nd and 3rd stories is not historic and was possibly added in the 1960s or 70s. He suggested that effort be make to determine the original cladding during removal of the existing shingles. Public Hearing On a motion by N. Brcak, seconded by S. Jones, Chair A. Pieper opened the public hearing. There being no one to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed on a motion by K. Brennan, seconded by S. Jones. RESOLUTION: Moved by N. Brcak, seconded by K. Brennan WHEREAS, 418 East Seneca Street is located in the East Hill Historic District, designated as provided for in Section 228-4 of the Municipal Code, and WHEREAS, as set forth in Chapter 228-4(E) of the Municipal Code, Landmarks Preservation, an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness has been -2- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 submitted by property owner Janis Whitlock for review by the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission (ILPC), and WHEREAS, the action under consideration is to replace existing siding and WHEREAS, the project is a Type II Action under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act and the City Environmental Quality Review Ordinance and thus requires no further environmental review, and WHEREAS, the ILPC has reviewed the documentation dated May 19, 2009 including an Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness with the narrative description of the proposal, 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 a Certificate of Appropriateness was conducted at the regularly scheduled ILPC meeting on June 11, 2009, and WHEREAS, the ILPC has made the following findings of fact concerning the property and the proposal: The period of significance for the area now known as the East Hill Historic District is identified in the City of Ithaca’s East Hill Historic District Summary as 1830-1932. The residence at 418 East Seneca Street was originally constructed circa 1915, Constructed within the district’s period of significance, 418 E. Seneca Street retains a high level of integrity and is a contributing element of the East Hill Historic District. As addressed in the narrative dated May 19, 2009, the proposal involves the replacement of the existing shingle siding on the second and third stories. The purpose of the proposal is to replace deteriorated shingle siding in conjunction with the addition of insulation. WHEREAS, in its evaluation the ILPC has considered the following: In consideration of this and all approvals of proposals for alterations, new construction or demolition in historic districts, the Commission -3- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 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 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 228-4E (1)(a) of the Municipal Code. In making this determination the Commission is guided by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and in this case specifically the following Standards: #6 Deteriorated features shall be repaired rather than replaced. When the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features shall be substantiated by documentary, physical, or pictorial evidence. As shown on photographs submitted with the application, the shingles do appear to be deteriorated to the extent that partial repair is not a practical approach and that total replacement is warranted in keeping with Standard #6. WHEREAS, the proposal to replace existing deteriorated “replacement” shingles will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance of the East Hill Historic District, as set forth in Section 228-4E(1)(a); now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission determines that the proposal meets criteria for approval under Section 228-4E (1)(a) of the Municipal Code, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Commission approves the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness with the following conditions: Applicant will attempt to determine what siding material, if any, exists beneath the exterior shingles. A. Pieper, Chair will attempt to locate an early assessment photograph that might show original siding. If existing siding is revealed, and is in useable condition, applicant shall contact staff for further direction. RECORD OF VOTE: Carried: 5-0-0 Yes A.Pieper, Chair N. Brcak No 0 Abstain 0 -4- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 S. Stein L. Traume K. Brennan C. 314 E. Buffalo Street, East Hill Historic District – proposal to install furnace ventilator on west side of the residence. A representative from Burris Plumbing and Heating Co. was present on behalf of the applicant to address the Commission concerning the proposal. The representative explained that due to condensation produced by the high efficiency boiler, ventilation through a conventional chimney would result in the deterioration of the masonry as well as the contiguous materials and finishes. The Commission discussed allowing the location installation of the vent adjacent to the gas meter installed by NYSEG. Public Hearing On a motion by S. Jones, seconded by K. Brennan, Chair A. Pieper opened the public hearing. The being no one present to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed on a motion by A. Pieper, Chair, seconded by K. Brennan. RESOLUTION: Moved by K. Brennan, seconded by N. Brcak. WHEREAS, 314 East Buffalo Street is located in the East Hill Historic District as provided for in Section 228-3 and 228-4 of the Municipal Code, and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 228-4(E) of the Municipal Code, Landmarks Preservation, an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness has been submitted by property owner LeGrace Benson for review by the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission (ILPC), and WHEREAS, the action under consideration is the installation of a furnace vent, and WHEREAS, the project 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 ILPC has reviewed the submitted documentation dated May 18, 2009 including an Application for Certificate of Appropriateness with a narrative description of the proposal, a separate narrative description dated May 12, 2009 submitted by LeGrace Benson, photographs of the proposed location of the furnace vent, and product specifications for a Weil-McLain GV gas boiler, and -5- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 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 Certificate of Appropriateness was conducted at the meeting held on June 6, 2009, and WHEREAS, the ILPC has made the following findings of fact concerning the property and the proposal: The period of significance for the area now known as the East Hill Historic District is identified in the City of Ithaca’s East Hill Historic District Summary as 1830-1932. Constructed between 1898 and 1903, the building is architecturally significant as an excellent example of a Colonial Revival residence. Constructed within the district’s period of significance and retaining a relatively high level of integrity, 314 East Buffalo Street is a contributing element of the East Hill Historic District. As addressed in the narrative descriptions dated May 12, 2009 and May 18, 2009, the proposal involves the installation of a furnace vent on the exterior of the west side of the property. The vent will be approximately 8” x 11” and will extend approximately 2” from the façade of the house. The plastic vent will have a matte black finish. As shown on the submitted photos and stated in the narrative descriptions, the vent will be installed in the same area as the NYSEG meters and an impact pole. The purpose of the proposal is to accommodate replacement of the existing furnace with a modern energy efficient unit requiring an external vent that cannot be utilized within the chimney. WHEREAS, in its evaluation the ILPC has considered the following: In consideration of this and all approvals of proposals for alterations, new construction or demolition in historic districts, the Commission 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 -6- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 landmark or district in accordance with Section 228-4E (1)(a) of the Municipal Code. In making this determination the Commission is guided by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and in this case specifically the following Standards: #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. #10. New additions, exterior alterations, 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. As described in the narrative and shown on the photocopied photograph of the west side of the residence submitted with the application materials, the vent will be grouped with other non-historic elements related to building utilities that are located at the basement level on the building’s west side. The installation of the furnace vent on the exterior of the building’s west side will not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work will be differentiated from the old, and the proposed installation will be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment, in keeping with Standard #9. The installation of the furnace vent will 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, in keeping with Standard #10. WHEREAS, the proposal will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical or architectural significance of the East Hill Historic District as set forth in Section 228 -4E (1)(a) of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code; now therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission determines that the proposal meets criteria for approval under Section 228-4E(1)(a) of the Municipal Code, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission approves the request for a Certificated of Appropriateness. -7- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 RECORD OF VOTE: Carried 5-0-0 Yes A. Pieper, Chair N. Brcak K. Brennan S. Stein L. Truame No 0 Abstain 0 D. Llenroc, University Hill Historic District – proposal for handrail on the south piazza Neither the applicant, Delta Phi Association, nor a representative for the applicant was present to address the Commission. The Commission reviewed the application material and noted that the installation requires drilling into the stone steps of the south piazza, which could allow for water infiltration. K. Brennan, who has served as a past consultant for work at Llenroc, described the deteriorated condition of Llenroc’s stone exterior that she believes is the result of acid rain. Without efforts to address and repair the wall condition, the installation of the railing could cause further deterioration. . After examining the design plan, A. Pieper suggested removing the mailbox from the railing. The railing would terminate with a simple post and the mailbox, currently located on the steps of the piazza, could remain in its current location. Public Hearing On a motion by K. Brennan, seconded by S. Stein, Chair A. Pieper opened the public hearing. There being no one to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed on a motion by K. Brennan, seconded by S. Stein. RESOLUTION: Moved by L. Traume, seconded by S. Stein. WHEREAS, Llenroc, 100 Cornell Avenue, is designated as an individual local landmarks and later included in the University Hill Historic District as provided for in Section 228-3 and 228-4 of the Municipal Code, and WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 228-4(E) of the Municipal Code, an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness was submitted by Christopher B. Colosi of Shaw Law Firm on behalf of the property owner, Delta Phi Association, for review by the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission (ILPC), and WHEREAS, the action under consideration is the installation of a handrail on the south piazza, and WHEREAS, the project 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 -8- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 WHEREAS, the ILPC has reviewed the submitted documentation dated May 19, 2009 including a Certificate of Appropriateness Application with a narrative description of the proposal, a project plan of the proposed handrail, and a first floor plan showing the proposed location of the handrail, 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 a Certificate of Appropriateness was conducted at the regularly scheduled ILPC meeting on June 11, 2009, and WHEREAS, the ILPC made the following findings of fact concerning the property and the proposal: The period of significance for the area now known as the University Hill Historic District is identified in the City of Ithaca’s University Hill Historic District Summary Significance Statement as 1867-1927. Llenroc was constructed between 1867 and 1875 and designed jointly by the Albany-based architecture firms of Nichols & Brown and Thomas Fuller. The residence is architecturally significant as Ithaca’s finest and best-preserved masonry Gothic Revival Style residence. The property is highly significant through its association with Ezra Cornell, inventor, industrialist, philanthropist and co-founder of Cornell University. Llenroc was listed as an historic property on the National and New York State Registers of Historic Places in 1980, was designated a local landmark under the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Ordinance in 1984 and later as part of the University Hill Local Historic District in 2003. Constructed within the district’s period of significance and retaining sufficient integrity to reflect its historic and architectural significance, Llenroc is a contributing element of the University Hill Local Historic District. As described in the narrative description of the proposal and shown on the project plan, the proposal involves the installation of a handrail at the entrance of the south piazza. The railing will consist of a bronze moulding top with a 1½” flat bar underneath and 1¼” tempered steel railing posts. All steel will be painted black. The existing mailbox will be mounted on a new post. The purpose of the proposal is to meet building code requirements. -9- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 WHEREAS, in its evaluation the ILPC has considered the following: In consideration of this and all approvals of proposals for alterations, new construction or demolition in historic districts, the Commission 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 228-4E (1)(a) of the Municipal Code. In making this determination the Commission is guided by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and in this case specifically the following Standards: #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. #10 New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. As shown on the application materials, including the drawing by Rauli & Sons, the installation of the handrail will not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. As described in the narrative and shown on the project drawings submitted with the application, the proposed handrail will be differentiated from the old and will be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features in keeping with Standard #9. The installation of the handrail will be undertaken in such a manner that if the railing were to be removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the property would be unimpaired in keeping with Standard #10. WHEREAS, the proposal will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance of the University Hill Historic District as set forth in Section 228-4E(1)(a) of the Municipal Code, now, therefore be it -10- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission determines that the proposal meets criteria for approval under Section 228-4E (1)(a) of the Municipal Code, and be it further RESOLVED, that the ILPC approves the application for a Certificate of Appropriateness with the following conditions: Staff shall review the manner in which the handrail is mounted to the stairs or wall. If the stairs or walls are deteriorated to the extent that attachment of the railing is not possible or that attachment would exacerbate the deteriorated condition, then an alternate, independent means of support shall be considered. The mailbox shall be mounted in a location separated from the handrail. RECORD OF VOTE: Carried 5-0-0 Yes A. Pieper, Chair N. Brcak K. Brennan S. Stein L. Truame No 0 Abstain 0 E. 210 Eddy Street, East Hill Historic District – proposal to replace an existing deck Chair recused himself from the deliberation due to his previous work on the applicant’s residence. .Property owner Thomas Hanna, was present to address the Commission concerning the proposal. He stated that the replacement will comply with current building codes. He added that the proposed replacement deck would be 2’ larger than the existing deck. He noted typographical errors in the project proposal prepared by Kevin Rose, with the Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to the Commission on 27 May 2009. The existing deck is 12’ X 16’, not 10’ X 16’, and the proposed deck is 14’ X 16’, not 12’ X 16’. Public Hearing On a motion by K. Brennan, seconded by S. Stein, Chair A. Pieper opened the public hearing. There being no one to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed on a motion by K. Brennan, seconded by N. Brcak. RESOLUTION: Moved by S. Stein, seconded by N. Brcak. WHEREAS, 210 Eddy Street is located in the East Hill Historic District as provided for in Section 228-3 and 228-4 of the Municipal Code, and -11- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 WHEREAS, as set forth in Section 228-4(E) of the Municipal Code, an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness was submitted by property owner Thomas Hanna for review by the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission, (ILPC), and WHEREAS, the action under consideration is the replacement of an existing deck, and WHEREAS, the project 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 ILPC has reviewed the submitted documentation dated May 27, 2009 including 1) a Certificate of Appropriateness Application submitted by Thomas Hanna, and 2) a project proposal from Kevin Rose of Freeville, NY, including photographs of the existing deck, project specifications and a plan drawing of the proposed deck, 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 a Certificate of Appropriateness was conducted at the regularly scheduled ILPC meeting on June 11, 2009, and WHEREAS, the ILPC has made the following findings of fact concerning the property and the proposal: The period of significance for the area now known as the East Hill Historic District is identified in the City of Ithaca’s East Hill Historic District Summary as 1830-1932. Originally constructed between 1872 and 1874, the building is one of the oldest houses on Eddy Street. The modest scale of this residence has enabled it to remain a single-family house unlike many of the other larger homes on Eddy Street. It was extensively remodeled in 1923 with the addition of the south section of the house and the bay window on the north side. Constructed within the district’s period of significance and retaining sufficient integrity to reflect its historic and architectural significance, 210 Eddy Street is a contributing element of the East Hill Historic District. -12- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 As addressed in the narrative and shown on the submitted drawing, the proposal involves the removal of the existing 12’ x 16’ deck, stairs, and return landing. The existing deck will be replaced by a 14’ x 16’ deck, stairs, handrails, and landing, all constructed of pressure treated #2 pine lumber. Footers and joists will also be installed according to building code. The deck is located on the west (rear) elevation of the property and is not easily visible from the street. The purpose of the proposal is to replace the deteriorated lumber of the existing deck. The proposed project will also bring the deck into code compliance. WHEREAS, in its evaluation the ILPC has considered the following: In consideration of this and all approvals of proposals for alterations, new construction or demolition in historic districts, the Commission 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 228-4E (1)(a) of the Municipal Code. In making this determination the Commission is guided by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and in this case specifically the following Standards: #2 The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided. #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. #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. -13- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 As described in the project specifications and plan provided by Kevin Rose, the replacement of the existing deck 12’ x 16’ deck with a 14’ x 16’ deck will not require alteration of the main house in keeping with h Standard #2. As described in the project specifications and plan provided by Kevin Rose, the removal of the existing deck and construction of the new deck will not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The deck is differentiated as a new element and is compatible in massing, size and scale to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment in keeping with Standard #9. As described in the project specifications and plan provided by Kevin Rose, future removal of the proposed deck will not impair the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment in keeping with Standard #10. WHEREAS, the proposal will not have a substantial adverse effect on the aesthetic, historical, or architectural significance of the East Hill Historic District, as set forth in Section 228-4E(1)(a), now, therefore be it RESOLVED,that the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission determines that the proposal meets criteria for approval under Section 228-4E (1)(a) of the Municipal Code, and be it further RESOLVED, that the ILPC approves the application for a Certificate of Appropriateness. RECORD OF VOTE: Carried 4-0-1 Yes K. Brennan S. Stein N. Brcak L. Traume No Abstain A. Pieper, Chair II. PLEASURE OF THE CHAIR A. Administrative Matters None. B. Public Comment on Matters of Interest None. -14- ILPC Minutes June 11, 2009 C. Communications None. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES With the correction of minor typographical errors, the minutes from the March 12, 2009 meeting were approved on a motioned by S. Stein, seconded by L. Traume. On a motion by S. Stein, seconded by L. Traume, the minutes from the May 14, 2009 meeting were approved. IV. OLD BUSINESS A. Collegetown Terrace, East State Street – proposal for new construction of student housing complex – City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board’s Request for Lead Agency Status The Commission agreed with the intent of the Planning and Development Board to assume lead agency status for the environmental review. The Commission went on to discuss the variances the project would need to obtain in order to develop as planned. Issues related to height and occupancy variances were raised. Concerns were raised about the loss of variety of building form and the impact on the streetscape with the removal of 16 residences on State St. In addition the Commission discussed the project’s proposed two-story parking. L. Truame briefly presented information she obtained during a conference on green construction, adding that in her opinion the Collegetown Terrace did not appear to measure up as a green. B. The Ithaca Gas Works, a. k. a.“Markles Flats,” Environmental Impact Study Staff reviewed the proposed schedule for the draft Environmental Impact Statement being prepared by ICSD. V. NEW BUSINESS None. VI. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:46 p.m. by Chair A. Pieper. Respectfully Submitted, Leslie A. Chatterton, Secretary Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission -15-