He asked how height is measured. He commented that it looks out of place.

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Chairman Lichtenfeld informed Mr. Katzman that it meets the ordinances and that Clayton Gardens has been subject to many new homes and that this one provides sufficient separation, provides a step-down and design techniques to make it fit-in.

Ms. Fumagalli presented samples of the proposed Hardie board (Navaho Beige), asphalt shingles, window trim & brick (Richards Brick-Brown Tweed) to the members.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the brick will be oversized.

Ms. Fumagalli replied “no”.

Mr. Katzman stated that he didn’t like the green trim and asked if he has any say on the colors used on the home.

Chairman Lichtenfeld informed Mr. Katzman that he has a right to comment; noting that there will only be 2.5-inches of the green trim on either side of the windows.

Mr. Katzman stated it will upset him to see that green every day. He stated that he is a photographer and is tuned in to colors.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that the house is quite nice and was revised to fit in; he believes it fits in with the future of the neighborhood and has no issue with the proposed colors or materials.

He asked if there were any other questions or comments.

None were received.

Hearing no further questions or comments, Josh Corson made a motion to approve as proposed. The motion was seconded by Craig Owens and unanimously approved by the Board.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked when the plan to start construction.

Mr. Manlin (developer/builder) indicated they hope to begin within 30 days.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – ADDITION TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE – 36 CRESTWOOD

Paul Fendler, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that this is a request for the construction of an 850-square-foot, 2-story addition above the existing below grade garage. The 29-foot, 2-inch addition will be visible from the street and will incorporate the same design and materials found on the existing home

Susan Istenes explained that this is a request for the construction of an 850-square-foot, 2-story addition above the existing below grade garage. The 29-foot, 2-inch addition will be visible from the street and will incorporate the same design and materials found on the existing home

4 including brick, the roof will be clad in grey fiberglass shingles, and black double-hung windows are proposed. The existing concrete driveway will remain in place. No retaining walls or permanent fences are proposed. The existing HVAC units are located on the north side of the home, and are shown to be screened by evergreen shrubs. A new 40-square-foot trash enclosure is located at the rear of the addition and will be screened by a wood fence and gate painted white. Susan stated that the project as proposed is in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District, the Architectural Review Guidelines, and has been approved by the subdivision trustees. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed design and materials are compatible with the existing home and other homes in the neighborhood and recommends approval as submitted.

Mr. Fendler commented that they have black windows.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked about the proposed materials.

Mr. Fendler stated that the addition will incorporate painted brick and the windows and roof will match existing.

Ron Reim asked if storm water will be redirected.

Mr. Fendler replied “no”.

Chairman Lichtenfeld commented that there will be no change to the footprint.

Mr. Fendler concurred.

Hearing no further questions or comments and hearing none from the audience, Chairman Lichtenfeld called for a motion.

Ron Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Sherry Eisenberg and unanimously approved by the Board.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – ADDITION/EXTERIOR ALTERATION – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE – 228 TOPTON WAY

Lauren Strutman, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting. Also in attendance were Bruce and Michelle Bryan, owners.

Susan Istenes explained that this is a request for approval of the design and materials associated with a proposed project consisting of the following additions totaling 1,090 square feet and alterations:

raised two feet (variance approved by the Board of Adjustment on April 4, 2016).

The proposed alterations and additions will incorporate similar design and materials found on the existing home. The primary building materials are brick and stone with Hardie shingle siding. The amount of siding will not exceed 25 percent of any elevation. The roof will be clad in slate polymer shingles, grey in color, and bronze casement windows are proposed. The garage doors will be dark gray. A new exposed aggregate driveway is proposed along the southern property line. A stacked- stone retaining wall is proposed in the front yard along the driveway. An 8-foot tall wood fence is proposed around the rear yard. The HVAC unit is located on the north side of the home. The screening material is not shown on the plans. A new 40-square-foot trash enclosure is located adjacent to the new garage will be screened by a brick wall and wood gate. Susan stated that the project as proposed is in conformance with the requirements of the R-2 Single Family Dwelling District and the Architectural Review Guidelines. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed design and materials are compatible with the existing home and other homes in the neighborhood and recommends approval with the condition that the applicant submit a revised site plan showing a fence or 100% opaque evergreen landscape screening to screen the HVAC units, to be approved by staff prior to the issuance of a building permit. Ms. Strutman informed the members that the Bryans purchased the home to renovate it. She noted that the brick will match existing.