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Linda Zura, the property owner, told commissioners she wants to keep the original interior windows where possible but needs replacement storm windows because existing aluminum storms have deteriorated and their clips no longer function. She described using Arnold Sauder storm windows (aluminum) and said installers typically “wrap” the window opening with a finished aluminum or similar trim so the installation looks clean.

Commissioners approved the work as described in the applicant packet. The motion recorded at the meeting states the applicant demonstrated compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (Standards 1–6, 9 and 10) and the city’s historic preservation regulations; commissioners voted in favor and the motion carried.

Why it matters: The owner emphasized preserving original interior windows and the historic glass while installing functional exterior storms that permit ventilation with screens. The commission’s approval allows the owner to proceed with permitted exterior work while retaining the interior historic fabric when feasible.

Key details from the discussion
- Owner preference: Mrs. Zura said she wants to retain original interior windows with wavy glass and only replace exterior storm windows to make them operable and screened for summer use.
- Storm system: Applicant proposed aluminum storm windows from Arnold Sauder; installation typically includes a finished trim around the exterior of the opening to integrate the storm into the façade.
- Finish/color: Owner noted prior installers used a gray caulk that was visually prominent; commissioners and staff discussed the importance of matching visible caulk/trim color to the window/frame for a clean appearance.
- Drip edge and trim: Owner raised concerns about a deteriorating drip edge on the house; commissioners suggested wood repair rather than vinyl wrapping to preserve historic appearance and offered to provide contractor referrals informally after the meeting (city does not formally endorse contractors).
- Permits and follow-up: Staff advised the owner to contact building/planning staff and noted an approval was granted; one commissioner told the owner to contact a city staff member (Mr. Dyer) to obtain necessary permit information.

Action and next steps
The certificate of appropriateness approval allows the owner to proceed to obtain building permits and schedule installation; staff advised follow-up with planning and building staff and advised that color/finish choices and installation details be consistent with the historic character as described in the application packet.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","3-12-25 HDC meeting - Audio only","oneSentenceSummary","The Bay City Historic District Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for exterior storm windows and related repairs at 1710 Sixth Street, allowing replacement of exterior storms while preserving the property’s original interior windows; the owner asked about drip-edge repairs and received staff guidance for contractors and permits.","taxTitle","Bay City, Bay County, Michigan","taxId",5009,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":44,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6101712,"Historic District Commission approves porch repairs at 1213 Sixth Street",933,2553000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2807198-bbbef74f84937927bbf52e1487f05962&start=2553&end=3486","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2807198-bbbef74f84937927bbf52e1487f05962/thumbnail_2553000.jpg","/articles/6101712/Bay-City/Bay-County/Michigan/Historic-District-Commission-approves-porch-repairs-at-1213-Sixth-Street","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6101712-b78460e05feb1c5099fc45e782c81d28/orig.mp4?Expires=1770973816&Signature=Qtkm9ZA5hpVkTMTbO0fO6amjUfzIDRfIGlm7exUh8HnCQinQZ1Snj2AQA629iqNg9l5e-CyvA~2en04-Bg7FPEk65iec~xiQIj~wAeVqRD5ALY-C6FIihSJ8kDaDHteo~lulhiKjPjbyCr1RCxRxFD68iRbVLLnsoQx1nP8AO713TeVd9a3ZqyeddhGv8ygxNKQi~yQ1DQbBX39s99zw72za5cDgf3FBsAFbsd90tktuQ6eTL~Rvon0xbtokLfH5pg6ScvjiiTCkRcQQGhJnFUW0beiJ-LICpBx9CAyVEQ7-n6uxuhf1dXw-6-6LASwnkjbW1l5VN4FtBuzwJ2A5jg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bay City Historic District Commission on March 12 approved a certificate of appropriateness for porch repairs and replacement decking at 1213 Sixth Street, a two‑story rental property, after hearing from the owner and discussing appropriate materials and dimensions.

John Frey, the property owner, said he is replacing porches that have deteriorated and that the existing metal railing and decking have been in place since he purchased the house in 1996. “There’s children in the home, so I would like to get something a little bit more stable in there,” Frey told the commission.

Commission members reviewed decking options, spindle/column dimensions and material choices. The commission asked the owner to use decking that matches the visual width of traditional Victorian tongue-and-groove boards; the applicant agreed to use decking in the 3- to 3½‑inch width range. The motion recorded at the meeting found the proposed work complies with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (Standards cited in the motion) and the city’s historic preservation regulations; commissioners voted in favor and recorded the motion as approved without conditions.

Why it matters: The porches are visible elements of the home’s historic character. The commission’s requirement on board width is intended to preserve the porch’s visual proportions while allowing for modern structural and safety standards.

Key points from discussion and the packet
- Scope: porch reconstruction/repairs (columns, steps, decking, railings) to address safety and structural deterioration.
- Decking: applicant initially proposed standard 5/4 decking; commissioners requested decking visually similar to historic tongue-and-groove boards (commission settled on approximately 3–3½ inches wide). Applicant agreed to make decking narrower or otherwise finish boards to match the look.
- Spindles/columns: applicant said original spindles were approximately 1½–1¾ inches; he will source new spindles and columns consistent with the historic appearance where possible.
- Materials: options discussed included pressure-treated wood, painted wood and composite products (Trex); staff noted composite decking requires closer joist spacing and potential changes to underlying supports.
- Railing gap: the gap between deck and bottom of railing was discussed and staff noted it is required by code in Bay City to facilitate snow removal.

Vote and next steps
The commission’s motion approved a certificate of appropriateness for the work described in the applicant’s packet, citing compliance with the Secretary of the Interior Standards and city regulations; the transcript reflects a favorable vote and the applicant was advised to coordinate permits with building staff prior to work.","The commission unanimously approved a certificate of appropriateness for porch repairs and replacement decking at a two‑story rental at 1213 Sixth Street, with the commission asking that decking match historic board width (about 3–3½ inches).",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6101716,"Historic District Commission approves Center Avenue design for 12 one‑bedroom units",2373,129000,2502000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2807198-bbbef74f84937927bbf52e1487f05962&start=129&end=2502","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2807198-bbbef74f84937927bbf52e1487f05962/thumbnail_129000.jpg","/articles/6101716/Bay-City/Bay-County/Michigan/Historic-District-Commission-approves-Center-Avenue-design-for-12-onebedroom-units","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6101716-1ad5342e9f1cb8f9c695847627acda8b/orig.mp4?Expires=1770973816&Signature=cON1ARMbfKhvDzaxgJbv5GL2s~oGUajPNwSN7YB41jxaxjF3KMXEKaER3WyybY2C4KyOPptaNcU30Zyu91r7c8LMiYgEksoxy-XwmZNnGDNBLXNMBkuArQdE18dOQymgWqTWHe-LW5vICXRTu64N~~dZGW-an0o9rTyXzUbAwD9BkwEAz14OjQuZ6eDb9YSFbFIa5JeT5OheidjMz87GhzitI7ulOA2o9VGarLYBqQbfQEGCQEfxjmEH0nFAa-pPuZXOJ0Ti1awPC30dTwsM~RyD8a7vE3l3~MDL0N6EfU6~MJHOrZOdqzCgWLueuCe48TC3Cj9I4R75wTC0DbWwcg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bay City Historic District Commission on March 12 approved a certificate of appropriateness for a proposed new-construction project on Center Avenue that would create 12 one‑bedroom residences, the applicant said.

Sean Panosic, representing Panosic Property Solutions, told the commission the design has been revised to address earlier concerns, including narrower, taller windows and changes to dormers and porch treatment. “We feel the structure will help the housing shortage, creating 12 new residences,” Panosic said.

The commission’s decision cited the applicant’s recently submitted materials and found the work will comply with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (Standards 1–4, 9 and 10) and the city’s historic preservation district regulations, according to the motion recorded during the meeting. The transcript does not record a numerical vote tally for the case; the motion was approved as recorded in the meeting minutes.

Why it matters: The lot is in Bay City’s historic district and the design replaces a vacant parcel on Center Avenue. Neighbors said the choice of materials, massing and the absence of a traditional raised porch affect the character of the street, while the applicant argued the changes both reference historic forms and respond to site constraints.

Key details from the application and discussion
- Project: new three‑story building on Center Avenue to provide 12 one-bedroom residential units (applicant-provided figure).
- Windows: original plan had 36-by-60-inch windows; updated plans changed to 32 inches wide by 72 inches tall to create a “tall, skinny” profile.
- Porch: applicant removed a previously proposed prominent front porch because the building sits on a concrete slab and cannot be excavated due to past site contamination; the front roof/porch projection will extend about 2 feet beyond the front wall.
- Dormers/roof: third-level windows were taken out of the mansard and given a gable-type pitch to match trim on lower levels.
- Setback: applicant said the front wall (to the principal entrance) now sits about 14 feet from the sidewalk (previously about 12 feet).
- Materials: proposed black architectural shingles; LP Smart Siding (described as a double lap, flat-profile siding); window muntins described as “in-between” (not exterior applied).
- Height and interior dimensions: applicant/architect noted 9-foot interior floor heights and a cross-section labeled approximately 33 feet, 2 inches overall height in the packet.
- Site amenities: applicant said a dumpster enclosure has been added to the site plan approved by the planning commission; vehicle parking adjustments were discussed.

Public comment and neighborhood concerns
Neighbors who live adjacent to the site urged the commission to favor traditional, “stately” designs and questioned whether the new building would fit Center Avenue’s historic character. Marianna Super, who described herself as the owner of an Italianate home next door, said the avenue is “the jewel” of the city and voiced opposition to the proposed design; Jenna Lee Renz, a nearby resident, also urged preserving the avenue’s existing character.

Commission review and finding
Commission members and staff discussed whether the applicant’s revisions addressed earlier concerns about proportions, trim and massing. Staff and commissioners displayed reference images from a field guide to American home styles and pointed to specific Standards in their finding. The motion recorded at the meeting states the work as submitted complies with the cited Secretary of the Interior Standards and the city’s regulations.

What the action does and next steps
The commission’s certificate of appropriateness approval allows the applicant to proceed with permits and with construction design as submitted to the historic commission; the transcript records staff and the applicant discussing follow-up with planning/building staff. The transcript does not include a numeric roll-call vote for this case; the motion language and the chair’s subsequent remarks indicate the commission approved the application as described in the applicant’s recently submitted materials.","On March 12 the Bay City Historic District Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for a new three‑story building on Center Avenue, accepting changes to windows, dormers and setbacks and finding the project consistent with Secretary of the Interior rehabilitation standards; vote tally not specified in the transcript.","actionData","errors"]

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