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LANDMARKS COMMISSION CITY OF NORTH OLMSTED MINUTES FOR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 11, 2019 ROLL CALL Mr. Neville called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers. Present: David Neville, Elizabeth Cardarelli, Tom Dubowski, Jim Morse, Paul Schumann, James Gearhart Absent: Gretchen Schuler, Kevin Kearney, Sarah Egan -Reeves Staff. Planning and Development Director Kim Lieber Mr. Schumann moved, seconded by Mr. Dubowski, to excuse the absences of Ms. Schuler, Mr. Kearney and Ms. Egan -Reeves, motion passed 6-0. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Schumann moved, seconded by Mr. Dubowski, to approve the meeting minutes of October 14, 2019, motion passed 6-0. 19-15488; Scott Winbi2ler; 27573 Butternut Ridge Road Representatives: Scott Winbigler, owner; Carlo Tomasi, Universal Windows Direct Mr. Winbigler reviewed the history of the home and his efforts to make improvements over the years. Window replacement is the final piece necessary before he is able to sell the house. The current windows may be original, have lead based paint, are difficult to open and the weight systems are inconsistent. They are also not energy efficient. The windows have been the top concern of potential buyers. Mr. Tomasi said the new windows will be double hung with the same grid pattern. The windows will have new capping installed in the same color. Mr. Neville believes the windows are original to the house and are one of the character -defining elements of the Craftsman house. Ms. Cardarelli said an important component of the window is the profile; she asked where the dividers will be located. Mr. Tomasi said the window muntins will be located between the glass panes. Mr. Neville asked whether repair has been considered instead of replacement. Mr. Winbigler said potential home buyers are not interested in retaining the old windows. Mr. Schumann asked about the scope of the project. All 30 windows will be replaced. Mr. Tomasi said that only one company provides windows with the interior dividers and it would double or triple the cost. Mr. Schumann felt it might not be economically feasible and did not think the storm windows allow the original windows to be appreciated. If the windows are replaced, the storm windows will not be needed. Ms. Lieber agreed that the significant cost difference between the proposed windows given the scope of the project could prevent the project from moving forward. She believed the window profile is important but a secondary concern when compared to the shape and size of the windows. Mr. Tomasi added that the windows in the sunroom will have the same design as the current windows but will not open inward. Mr. Neville thought the proposal was appropriate for the home.