NOVEMBER 16, 2020 MINUTES OF THE LAKE CHARLES HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 326 PUJO STREET – CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS

Chairman Jeff Kudla called the meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission to order at approximately 5:00 P.M.

Chairman Kudla asked for a roll call

PRESENT: Chairman Kudla, Vice-Chair Charla Blake, Lauren Granger, Joel Davidson, and new member Adrienne Hebert

Chairman Kudla called for a motion to accept the minutes from the July 20, 2020 meeting – Joel Davidson motioned to approve Vice-Chair Charla Blake 2nd the motion, all in favor.

Chairman Kulda and Ms. Marinovich addressed the commission and the audience and explained about what the commission does in reference to the Historic District of Lake Charles, Charpentier District and Margaret Place District. She also explained that any person may speak or submit a written statement for hearing. Also that any COA that is denied has the right to appeal to the City Council.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Ms. Marinovich • NPS LA CRT CLG “Harvey Grant” - Survey Update: Grant award $100,000, SOI qualified consultant Sara Hahn of Coastal Environmental • CLG grant Augmented Reality $20,000 • FEMA 106 Reviews for FEMA elevations Task force committee- Completed • Overview of Hurricane recovery, property data and administrative reviews – Staff has been fielding calls and doing site visits – Many questions regarding roof materials and windows – Some questions regarding Demolitions and moving/ relocation of structures – City Building Safety division will be reactivating inspections for demolitions and housing code violations soon.

Chairman Kudla presented case # 1

• HPC 20-17 LAKE CHARLES ZONING ORDINANCE CO. 10598 • APPLICANT: CAROL ANN MARTIN 815 MOSS ST. • SUBJECT: Applicant is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness (Section 5-307) (15) by the Historic Preservation Commission to add an extension to the rear of home, on the East side. The dimensions will be approx. 8’ x 28’; it will mirror the home at 817 Moss St. The addition will blend in with the existing structure. The materials used will be hardiboard planks at the base with the smooth side showing; wooden clapboard siding similar to the existing siding will be used above. Intend on salvaging the existing windows on the west exterior wall to use on the addition. The foundation will be pier and beam with brick piers. The roofs will be of engineered slate tiles. Business Zoning

• STAFF FINDINGS: The on-site and site plan reviews revealed that the applicant requests to add an extension to the rear of home, on the East side. The dimensions will be approx. 8’ x 28’. It will mirror the home at 817 Moss St. The addition will blend in with the existing structure. The materials used will be hardi board planks at the base with the smooth side showing; wooden clapboard siding similar to the existing siding will be used above. Intend on salvaging the existing windows on the west exterior wall to use on the addition. The foundation will be pier and beam with brick piers. The roofs will be of engineered slate tiles. 815 MOSS ST. Business Zoning

Ms. Marinovich started the power point slides on HPC 20-17

Carol Ann Martin 815 Moss St, came up to the podium. She is the homeowner, she introduced Aaron Ewing of 523 S. Iowa, Dickinson, Texas her contractor for her roof. He explained the roof materials, what the roof is made of, and the look. Ms. Martin passed around pictures of the roof options. Ms. Martin also had samples in her vehicle. Mr. Ewing also said that this roof will also be used on the home next door (517 Moss St.) Mr. Davidson stated that this DaVinci roof would probably be the first one put on in this area. Vice- Chair Blake asked about the add on in the back of the house if the gable window will be put back, Ms. Martin said yes and will be re-using the windows and sidings back on the home. Chairman Kudla asked for a motion to issue the COA, Vice-Chair Blake motioned, Mrs. Granger 2nd the motion. Chairman Kudla asked for a vote, all vote in favor.

Vice-Chair also thanked Ms. Martin for keeping the home and salvaging as much as possible. Ms. Granger also said Thank you.

Chairman Kudla announced Meeting adjourned 5:43 p.m.