HomeMy WebLinkAbout20220706_AgendaPacketGregory Smith, Chair Washington County Vernell Doyle
Lloyd Vavener, Vice Chair Michael Lushbaugh
Ann Aldrich Kourtney Lowery
Jeffrey A. Cline, BOCC Rep
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND
AGENDA
July 6, 2022, 7:00 p.m.
Washington County Administration Complex, 100 West Washington Street, Room 2001, Hagerstown, MD 21740
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
MINUTES
1. Minutes of the May 4, 2022 meeting
2. Minutes of the June 8, 2022 public hearing and meeting
NEW BUSINESS
1. Permit 2022-03024 -18840 Sandyhook Road, Knoxville - (Discussion/Action) - 1,120
sq.ft. finished space one story single family dwelling on full unfinished walkout basement, front
and side stoops, frame construction, pre-engineered roof trusses (SANDY HOOK RURAL
VILLAGE)*
2. Historic Tax Credit Ordinance Updates* (Discussion)
OTHER BUSINESS
1. Staff Report
a. Staff Reviews *
b. Staff Updates
i. Website updates
ii. Frederick Historic Preservation Roundtable
iii. Staff Report Information
ADJOURNMENT
UPCOMING MEETING
1. Wednesday, August 3, 2022, 7:00 p.m.
*attachments
The Historic District Commission reserves the right to vary the order in which the cases are called. Individuals
requiring special accommodations are requested to contact the Washington County Planning Department at 240-
313-2430 to make arrangements no later than ten (10) days prior to the meeting. Notice is given that the agenda
may be amended at any time up to and including the meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY
May 4, 2022
The Washington County Historic District Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday,
May 4, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Washington County Administration Complex, 100 W Washington Street,
Room 2001, Hagerstown, MD. This meeting was not recorded.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Commission members present were: Greg Smith, Chairman, Lloyd Yavener, Vernell Doyle, Michael
Lushbaugh, and Kourtney Lowery. Staff members present were: Washington County Department of
Planning & Zoning: Meghan Jenkins, GIS Coordinator and HDC Staff member.
MINUTES
Motion and Vote: Mr. Yavener made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 6, 2022 regular meeting
as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lushbaugh and unanimously approved.
NEW BUSINESS
Permit 2022-01421— 4835 Branch Avenue, Sharpsburg
Ms. Jenkins presented for review and approval a permit for a 1500 square foot pavilion on a concrete slab
at 4835 Branch Avenue, Sharpsburg. This property lies within the Antietam Overlay zone; however, it is
not a contributing structure to the Antietam Battlefield. The site is used as a vineyard/winery and hosts
summer events. There is an existing pavilion which will remain in use on the site.
Comments and Discussion: Members expressed their opinions that the proposed pavilion would not
impede the viewshed or other structures, the proposed building would be similar to other buildings on
the site and there would be no negative effect to contributing structures in the area.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Lushbaugh made a motion to approve the permit as presented based on comments
made from the members. The motion was seconded by Mr. Yavener and unanimously approved.
SHA Project #WA461821, Interstate 68 over Creek Road Replacement
Concurrence: Following a review of the information provided by the State Highway Administration,
members concurred that no historic properties would be affected by the replacement of Bridge #2107603
and #2107604 on Interstate 68 over Creek Road.
SHA Project #WA466A21, Interstate 70 at St. Paul Road Replacement
Concurrence: Following a review of the information provided by the State Highway Administration,
members concurred that no historic properties would be affected by the replacement of Bridge #2110203
and #2110204 on Interstate 70 over St. Paul Road.
OTHER BUSINESS
Design Guidelines
Motion and Vote: Ms. Doyle concurred that the HDC should proceed to a public hearing with the Design
Guidelines for Historic Structures with one amendment to the draft. The concurrence was seconded by
Mr. Yavener and unanimously approved.
The public hearing will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. A copy will be available for review in the
downtown library and on the Washington County website.
Staff Report
Ms. Jenkins provided a written report for members of staff reviews for the previous month.
Ms. Jenkins provided information for the Tolson's Save the Date festivities.
Ms. Jenkins announced that a Proclamation for Historic Preservation month was presented by the Board
of County Commissioners.
Ms. Jenkins announced that the John Frye Preservation awards will be given on May 18th. Registration is
required for this event.
UPCOMING MEETING
The next meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION
To discuss the appointment of one or more applicants to the Historic District Commission.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Lushbaugh made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 p.m. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Yavener and so ordered by the Chairman.
Respectfully submitted,
Jill L. Baker, Director
Washington County Dept. of Planning & Zoning
MINUTES OF THE
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY
June 8, 2022
The Washington County Historic District Commission held a public hearing and its regular monthly
meeting on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Washington County Administration Complex,
100 W Washington Street, Room 2000, Hagerstown, MD.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Vice -Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Commission members present were: Lloyd Yavener, Vice -Chairman, Vernell Doyle, Michael Lushbaugh,
Ann Aldrich and Kourtney Lowery. Staff members present were: Washington County Department of
Planning & Zoning: Meghan Jenkins, GIS Coordinator and HDC Staff member and Debra Eckard,
Administrative Assistant.
PUBLIC HEARING
Design Guidelines for Historic Structures
Ms. Jenkins gave a brief presentation of the history of the Design Guidelines which were drafted in April
of 2021 using a previous, unadopted draft as guidance. Staff used documents in researching the
formatting and content of the Design Guidelines from Frederick, Montgomery and Calvert Counties in
Maryland and the City of Denver, Colorado, just to name a few. Comments from HDC members were
incorporated throughout the document during several reviews over many months of preparation. At the
May 2022 meeting, the HDC members reached a consensus to hold a public hearing to take public
comment on the Design Guidelines.
Ms. Jenkins briefly reviewed several sections included in the document to outline the HDC's review
process. Application requirements are described that are specific to the HDC, its evaluation process and
demolition. Sources for application requirements include: the County's Zoning Ordinance, individual
policy documents or State law as well as those deemed necessary for review by the HDC.
Ms. Jenkins noted that the Design Guidelines also include a brief history of the County and its architectural
styles and structure types. The Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation are referenced in the
Guidelines. These Standards are used by the HDC during its review process for a variety of projects
including: viewsheds, cemeteries, accessory buildings, additions to historic structures, new construction,
signs, solar and other technologies, etc. Ms. Jenkins stated there is a section relating to the HDC's major
reviewable Rural Villages with notations on the review authority and a synopsis of the village extracted
from the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties.
Public Comment
There were no citizens present to make public comment.
There was a written comment received from Linda Irvin -Craig requesting that the HDC consider the
posting of properties seeking demolition of historic structures. This subject was previously discussed
among the HDC members. Ms. Jenkins recommended that this comment be discussed at a future
workshop with the Board of County Commissioners. She noted the County has a separate demolition
policy which would be a more appropriate place for requiring the posting of properties.
Ms. Doyle asked for one correction in the Table of Contents.
Mr. Lushbaugh made a motion to close the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. The motion was seconded by Ms.
Aldrich and so ordered by the Vice -Chairman.
Motion and Vote: Ms. Aldrich made a motion to adopt the Design Guidelines for Historic Structures with
the correction as noted by Ms. Doyle. The motion was seconded by Ms. Doyle and unanimously approved.
OTHER BUSINESS
Staff Report
Ms. Jenkins provided a written report of staff reviews for the previous month.
Ms. Jenkins shared information regarding the activity on the County's Facebook page during Preservation
month. The post discussing tax credits showed the most engagement activity. The Design Guidelines were
also promoted during this time.
Motion and Vote: Ms. Aldrich made a motion to go into Closed Session at 7:21 p.m.. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Lushbaugh and unanimously approved
CLOSED SESSION
To discuss the appointment of one or more applicants to the Historic District Commission.
Motion and Vote: Ms. Aldrich made a motion to leave Closed Session at 7:29 p.m. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Lushbaugh and so ordered by the Vice Chairman.
UPCOMING MEETING
The next meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Ms. Aldrich made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Lushbaugh and so ordered by the Chairman.
Respectfully submitted,
Jill L. Baker, Director
Washington County Dept. of Planning & Zoning
Washington County
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
MEMORANDUM
To: Washington County Historic District Commission
From: Meghan Jenkins, GISP, GIS Coordinator - Historic District Commission Staff
Date: June 24, 2022
Subj: Residential New Construction Permit/Stick Built Home, 2022-03024
Staff Report and Analysis
Property Owner: DEENER PATRICK LYNN,
Applicant: Patrick Deener
Location: 18840 SANDYHOOK Road
Tax Account ID: 11006604
Map/Grid/Parcel/Lot: 0087 /0020 /0101 /
Legal Description: LOT 0.7008 ACRES18840 SANDYHOOK RD
Zoning: RV; EC Refer to Map
Rural Village: Sandy Hook (MHT-C) Historic Rural Village — WA -III -032
MD Inventory of Historic Places (MIHP): None on site
Project Description: 1,120 sq. ft. finished space one story single family
dwelling on full unfinished walkout basement, front and
side stoops, frame construction, pre-engineered roof
trusses
licable Law and Review Criteria:
The HDC is enabled through Article 20 of the Zoning Ordinance for Washington County, MD.
Specifically Section 20.3.a states: "The Commission shall act upon all applications as required by
Section 20.6, Historic Preservation district, Section 5D.4, Rural Village District and Article 20A,
Antietam Overlay District of this Ordinance."
The HDC shall consider only exterior features of a structure that would affect the historic, archeological,
or architectural significance of the site or structure, any portion of which is visible or intended to be
visible from a public way. It does not consider any interior arrangements, although interior changes
may still be subject to building permit procedures.
1. The application shall be approved by the HDC if it is consistent with the following criteria:
A. The proposal does not substantially alter the exterior features of the structure.
B. The proposal is compatible in character and nature with the historical, cultural, architectural,
or archeological features of the site, structure, or district and would not be detrimental to
achievement of the purposes of Article 20 of the County Zoning Ordinance.
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C. The proposal would enhance or aid in the protection, preservation and public or private
utilization of the site or structure, in a manner compatible with its historical, archeological,
architectural, or cultural value.
D. The proposal is necessary so that unsafe conditions or health hazards are remedied.
E. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating
Historic Buildings and subsequent revisions are to be used as guidance only and are not to
be considered mandatory.
2. In reviewing the plans for any such construction or change, the HDC shall give consideration to
and not disapprove an application except with respect to the factors specified below.
A. The historic or architectural value and significance of the site or structure and its relationship
to the historic or architectural value and significance of the surrounding area.
B. The relationship of the exterior architectural features of the structure to the remainder of
the structure and to the surrounding area.
C. The general compatibility of exterior design, scale, proportion, arrangement, texture, and
materials proposed to be used.
D. Any other factors, including aesthetic factors, that the Commission deems to be pertinent.
3. The HDC shall be strict in its judgment of plans for those structures, sites, or districts deemed to
be valuable according to studies performed for districts of historic or architectural value. The
HDC shall be lenient in its judgment of plans involving new construction, unless such plans
would seriously impair the historic or architectural value of surrounding structures.
For Rural Villages, additional review criteria for applications are listed in Section 5D.5 Architectural
Review of the Zoning Ordinance and include:
1. The exterior appearance of existing structures in the Rural Village, including materials, style,
arrangement of doors and windows, mass, height and number of stories, roof style and
pitch, proportion.
2. Building Size and Orientation
3. Landscaping
4. Signage
5. Lighting
6. Setbacks
7. Accessory structures
Secretary of Interior Standards which may be applicable to this project review include:
8. Archeological resources will be protected and preserved in place. If such resources must be
disturbed, mitigation measures will be undertaken.
9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction will not destroy historic materials,
features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property. The new work will be differentiated
from the old and will be compatible with the historic materials, features, size, scale and proportion, and
massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment.
10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction 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.
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Washington County Design Guidelines for Historic Structures which may be applicable to this project
review include:
Guidelines for New Construction and Accessory Buildings (Page 71)
1. New construction should be sited to avoid demolition of contributing structures.
2. The design of new construction or new accessory buildings should be compatible with the form,
height, scale, proportions, materials and details of the adjacent contributing structures or landscapes.
3. Consideration of the ratio of built versus open space of the site or the adjacent landscape should be
given.
4. Existing setbacks, landscaping or site grading of adjacent historic resources should be preserved
when siting new construction if those characteristics contribute to the historic site or its landscape. This
includes circulation routes, fences, walls, and yards, etc.
5. Locate new construction and new accessory buildings so that the existing significant visual and
special characteristics of the property are maintained.
6. Locate new construction and new accessory buildings so that significant viewsheds are maintained or
enhanced.
7. See also Key Themes. (p. 57)
Staff Report:
This property is in the Sandy Hook Rural Village in the Southern portion of Washington County and is
situated along the north side of Sandyhook Road. The project proposes the removal of the existing
mobile home and the construction of an 1120 sqft one-story single-family dwelling to replace it. There
are no structures individually listed on the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties that exist on the
property. The property has a concrete and stone retaining wall along a portion of the property directly
adjacent to the road. There is also a remaining porch slab and stone foundation walls near the roadway
on the west side of the property. There is a small aquifer with stone surround north of the current
gravel driveway and to the right of the existing mobile home. The east side of the property is bounded
by a stream and tree line and the west side also has a tree line. Between the road and the existing
mobile home are infrastructure for water and sewer and to the rear of the home are the power lines.
The property slopes up from the road toward the rear of the property gradually increasing in slope until
the rear of the mobile home where it steeply increases. Minor clearing of vegetation to the rear of the
mobile home had occurred at the time of site visit.
Staff Analysis:
The site does not contain any existing resources but may have archaeological value due to the
remaining foundation walls at the front of the property. The project does not indicate that any
disturbance of this area is proposed. The mobile home being removed is not contributing to the Rural
Village. As noted in the Sandy Hook Rural Village MIHP, there is no consistent setback for structures in
this Rural Village so an increase in set back for this construction does not detract from the Rural Village.
The typical construction type in the rural village is a 2 story to 1 %z story with a high basement. This
structure will be 1 story having the high basement due to slope that is characteristic of the rest of the
village. The MIHP also states that the village retains its character even though there is the presence of
replacement materials such as synthetics. The proposed building is also side gabled roof with 3
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windows and a door on the front facade, which is not inconsistent with the other buildings in the rural
village. The construction proposed does not conflict with the County Design Guidelines or the Secretary
of Interior Guidelines which are applicable to this construction type. The characteristics detailed in this
application have been reviewed against the characteristics listed in Section 5D.5 Architectural Review
of the Zoning Ordinance and do not appear to detract from the rural village.
Staff Recommendation:
Recommend support of approval of this new construction permit, 2022-03024, in the Sandy Hook
Historic Rural Village due to the proposed constructions consistency with the County's Design
Guidelines for Historic Structures, Secretary of Interior Standards for Rehabilitation and Section 5D.5
Architectural Review as listed in the County's Zoning Ordinance based on details provided in the Staff
Analysis of the project.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Meghan Jenkins, GISP
Historic District Commission Staff
Attachments:
• Photos provided by Staff
• Permit Submission Packet
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