Charlotte Historic District Commission
Staff Review
HDC 2015-100
LOCAL HISTORIC DISTRICT:
Wilmore
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
1507 Southwood Avenue
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
New Construction
APPLICANT:
Angie Lauer
Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness
Date: June 10, 2015
Details of Proposed Request
Existing Conditions
The existing structure is a one story ranch style home constructed in 1936. The surrounding context is a variety
of one and two story homes. Across the street is a commercial structure. The 365-Day Stay of Demolition was
approved by the HDC on March 11, 2015.
Proposal
The proposal is a new 1.5 story single family house and detached garage. Features of the house include a full
brick façade, front and rear shed dormers, wood trim and wood windows. The front setback will match the
existing house. The height from finished floor to the ridge is approximately 27’-11”.
Policy & Design Guidelines for New Construction
New construction in Local Historic Districts has an obligation to blend in with the historic character and scale of
the Local Historic District in which it is located. Designs for infill projects and other new construction within
designated Local Historic Districts must be designed with the surroundings in mind. The Historic District
Commission will not specify a particular architectural style or design for new construction projects. The scale,
mass and size of a building are often far more important than the decorative details applied. However, well
designed stylistic and decorative elements, as well as building materials and landscaping, can give new
construction projects the attributes necessary to blend in with the district, while creating a distinctive character
for the building. New construction projects in Local Historic Districts must be appropriate to their surroundings.
The Historic District Commission will review the building details for all new construction as part of their
evaluation of new construction project proposals.
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Staff Analysis
The Commission will determine if the proposal meets the guidelines for new construction.
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