Lombard Historic Preservation Commission

Village Hall Village of Lombard 255 East Wilson Ave. Lombard, IL 60148 villageoflombard.org Minutes Lombard Historic Preservation Commission Rita Schneider, President Tom Fetters, Eileen Mueller, Brigitte O'Brien, Lyn Myers, Pat Poskocil, Marcy Novak, Stephanie Zabela, Bob Wardzala, Lynn O'Donnell and Jason Sanders Leslie Sulla Ex-Officio Member - Leslie Sulla Village Liaison - Sharon Kuderna Village Liaison - Tami Urish Tuesday, August 20, 2019 7:30 PM Lombard Village Hall - Community Room SPECIAL MEETING Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Chairperson Schneider called the meeting to order at 7:31 p.m. Chairperson Schneider led the Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Present 7 - Rita Schneider, Tom Fetters, Eileen Mueller, Brigitte O'Brien, Patricia Poskocil, Stephanie Zabela, and Bob Wardzala Absent 4 - Lyn Myers, Marcy Novak, Jason Sanders, and Lynn O'Donnell Also present: Tami Urish, Planner I, Staff Liaison Approval of Minutes On a motion by Commissioner Poskocil, and seconded by Commissioner Fetters, the minutes of the August 13, 2019 were approved with no changes. The motion passed by a unanimous vote. Unfinished Business 190304 Local Landmark Request: 515 N West Road Provide a conclusion that the property at 515 N West Road meets one or more of the criteria for designation as a Landmark site (DISTRICT #1) Based on the submitted petition and the testimony presented, the Historic Preservation Commission finds that the structure at 515 N. Village of Lombard Page 1 Lombard Historic Preservation Minutes August 20, 2019 Commission West Road complies with one or more of the criteria established for designation as a landmark site, and, therefore, Commissioner O’Brien moved and Commissioner Mueller seconded that the Historic Preservation Commission recommend to the Corporate Authorities that the structure at 515 N. West Road be designated as a landmark site, based on the following criteria: 1. The character, interest, or value as part of the development, heritage, or cultural characteristics of the village. The evidence submitted affirms this statement. 2. The identification with a person or persons who significantly contributed to the cultural, economic, social, or historical development of the village. Jacob Loy, Catherine Loy, Joseph B. Hull and Peter Hoy are considered significant figures in Lombard history. 3. The architectural significance of a building which is at least 50 years of age and is a good example of a specific architectural style containing distinctive elements of design, detail, materials, or craftsmanship, or is an example of a style which had an impact on the community. Such a building must retain much of its original architectural integrity. The house is over 50 years and retains its original architectural integrity. On a motion made by Commissioner O'Brien, seconded by Commissioner Mueller that the Historice Preservation Commission recommend to the Corporate Authorities that the structure at 515 N. West Road be designated as a landmark site, subject to the following four conditions: 1. The landmark site designation is limited to the exterior of the existing building, as built circa 1858, and is further limited to the building’s current location on the property at 515 N. West Road. 2. Any exterior work other than maintenance will require a building permit which will be referred to the Historic Preservation Commission for a certificate of appropriateness. 3. The property and structure shall be maintained in good condition. 4. If the building is damaged or destroyed, to the extent of more than fifty percent (50%) of the value of the site immediately prior to such damage, then the building’s historical designation shall be considered null and void. Village of Lombard Page 2 Lombard Historic Preservation Minutes August 20, 2019 Commission The motion carried by the following vote Aye: 7- Rita Schneider, Tom Fetters, Eileen Mueller, Brigitte O'Brien, Patricia Poskocil, Stephanie Zabela, and Bob Wardzala Absent: 4- Lyn Myers, Marcy Novak, Jason Sanders, and Lynn O'Donnell Adjournment On a motion by Commissioner Poskocil and seconded by Commissioner O’Brien and all were in favor, the meeting was adjourned at 8:37 p.m. Village of Lombard Page 3