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? visible from the street. They need to promote the historical integrity of the house. In 1918, double hung windows were there and casements were not. He said what they are proposing is very modern compared to the age of the hoine. His request is that they give consideration to double hung windows instead of casements. Mr. Capitoni indicated it is more expensive to go that way. He said they are separate units, separate frames. The Beckrest's want to get a lot of light in the room for plants and with replacement windows, he would be putting a frame in a frame. That is if they didn't alter the opening. If they took the storm windows that are there now and put a replacement window in, they would shrink up. He would like to give them more of what they are looking for with light. He mentioned some old homes in Lakewood built around the same time. He said there are a lot of walk out sunrooms that do have casements. They crank out instead of swinging in. He said if the homeowners are ok with it, he could go back in with exactly what they have, more of a double hung looking window. Mr. Lang asked if it is similar to the renewal system that Anderson and Pella use, where they use the existing frame and custom make a window to sit back in that frame. Mr. Capitoni said they could do a full tear out though. Mr. Lang said it could be in everyone's best interest to examine a re-building of the whole wall that the window is going to go in. Mr. Capitoni said they could have the picture window flanked by a double hung window on each side. Mrs. Lord said they need to keep in mind that a picture window is probably not consistent with when the house was built. Mrs. Beckrest asked for suggestions so they can do what they need to. They are open to ideas. They do need a lot of light. Mr. Beckrest asked if there is a way to make the casements look like double hung windows. The use of mullions and grids was discussed. Mrs. Lord read the U.S. Department of the Interior Standard for Rehabilitation, which lists what is recommended and not recommended on historic homes. Mr. Capitoni indicated they could stay with the double hung look. There are options but cost is a factor too. There was a lot of discussion among the board members. Mrs. Lord asked if it would make sense for the coinmission to deny this proposal with the idea that the applicants need more time to work on some of the issues. Mr. Beckrest asked if there are options that would be approved. Mrs. Lord said the board would need to see the package. They can only approve an application; they cannot approve a concept. Mrs. Beckrest said they want to look at the front of the house and match it. Mrs. Davis mentioned the Beckrests might consider taking a look at Mr. Lang's home at 25961 Kennedy Ridge. Mr. Lang offered to show them what he has done with his home. Mr. Beckrest asked for some direction so when he comes back to the board they can proceed. Mr. Capitoni said they can come up with some ideas so that it all fits in. J. Lang made to motion to deny the certificate of appropriateness for the Beckrest's with the recommendation that the applicant come back when it is convenient for them. The motion was seconded by M. Davis and unanimously approved. • Budget for 2003 - Paul Barker Mrs. Lord indicated Mr. Barker did prepare and submit a budget in keeping with the budget from 2002. She said that last year the board asked for $2985. She pointed out that the budget request for 2003 is $920 arid then reviewed each item. Mrs. Lord mentioned that film is not a part of the budget. A lot of digital work has been done. Mr. Dubowski indicated using a digital camera will save money. Mrs. Lord indicated the board has to borrow a digital camera when it's needed. The previous work done has been completed on a voluntary basis with the board's own equipment. Mr. Lang said a camera was last used by himself and a S.I.T.E.S student when they went out to take pictures of Butternut Ridge and other locations throughout the city. It came through the computer department. Mrs. Lord said the record should reflect that Mr. Lind used his own equipment to print a lot of the work done. She said everyone has contributed in some way. The budget does not reflect those kinds of expenses. Mr. Lang said as a savings to the city then, they would look forward to being able to continue to borrow a city-owned digital camera with discs when necessary so the board can carry out its charter. Mrs. Lord suggested combining the figures for date strips and plaques. 2