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REPORT TO: Heritage Kitchener
DATE OF MEETING: March 4, 2014
SUBMITTED BY: Brandon Sloan, Manager of Long Range & Policy Planning
PREPARED BY: Michelle Drake, Heritage Planner, 519-741-2200 ext. 7839
WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 9
DATE OF REPORT: January 31, 2014
REPORT NO.: CSD-14-015
SUBJECT: Heritage Permit Application
H PA-2014-V-001
Demolition and Construction of Front Porch & Rear Addition
RECOMMENDATION:
That pursuant to Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application
HPA-2014-V-001 be approved to permit the demolition and construction of a front porch
and rear yard addition at the property municipally addressed as 68 Schneider Avenue in
accordance with the supporting information submitted with the application.
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BACKGROUND:
The Community Services Department is in receipt of Heritage Permit Application HPA-2014-V-
001. The applicant is seeking permission to demolish and construct a front porch and rear
addition at the property municipally addressed as 68 Schneider Avenue.
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REPORT:
The subject property is located on the north side of Schneider Avenue between David Street and
Victoria Park within the Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District (VPHCD), which is designated
under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act. The VPHCD Plan provides policies and guidelines for
demolition and new construction. The applicant is proposing to demolish the existing front porch
and rear addition in order to construct a new front porch and rear addition.
The building demolition policies discourage demolition of original buildings and heritage attributes.
The existing front porch and rear addition are not original to the house. The existing front porch
was built in the 1980s while the existing addition was built in the 1960s.
The porch guidelines encourage styles that correspond with the architecture of the house. Porches
on Berlin Vernacular houses are plain, usually with brick column bases, wood shingle handrails
and strongly defined wood columns, beams and rooflines. The design of the new front porch strives
to return the Schneider Avenue fagade to the original Berlin Vernacular style. The new front porch
features vertical skirt boards, brick veneer column bases, tapered wood columns, square wood
ballusters, and strong roofline with dentil trim.
The building addition policies encourage additions that complement the architecture of the house
by blending comfortably and inconspicuously with their surroundings. The policies provide
guidance on the following: location, design, height, materials, roofs, chimneys, walls, entrances,
windows, porches, colours and guidelines. The new addition complies with the guidelines because:
• It is located to the rear of the original building;
• It is distinguishable from the original through the use of insets, height and material;
• It is only one-and-a-half storeys;
• It features pine board and batten cladding, gable roofline, complementary window styles
and matching or complementary colours to the existing house;
• It retains the existing brick chimney; and,
• It proposes entrances on secondary elevations.
In reviewing the merits of the application, City staff note the following:
■ the existing front porch and rear addition are not original to the house;
■ the existing front porch and rear addition do not contribute to the heritage value of the
property or VPHCD;
■ the design of the new front porch is compatible with the architecture of the house;
■ the new front porch will contribute to the heritage value of the property and VPHCD;
■ the design of the new addition complies with the policies of the VPHCD Plan; and,
■ the new addition will not detract from the heritage value of the property or VPHCD.
As a result, Heritage Planning staff are of the opinion that demolition and construction of a front
porch and rear addition at the property municipally addressed as 68 Schneider Avenue, will not
impair or negatively impact the significance of the property or the VPHCD.
ALIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN:
The processing of Heritage Permit Applications supports the Quality of Life Community Priority
of the City of Kitchener Strategic Plan by helping preserve the community's unique heritage and
promoting culture as both an economic driver and a central element of a healthy community.
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Heritage Permit Applications also support the Development Community Priority to honour and
protect our heritage.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
None.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
Heritage Kitchener will be consulted regarding the subject Heritage Permit Application.
Members of the community will be informed via circulation of this staff report to Heritage
Kitchener and via formal consideration by City Council.
ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Alain Pinard, Director of Planning
Community Services Department
Attachment:
Appendix `A': Heritage Permit Application HPA-2014-V-001
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68 Schneider Avenue
f Kitchener, ON N2A 1 K8
January 29,2014
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Michelle Drake, MAE=S, MCIP, RPP
Heritage Planner, Planning Division
City of Kitchener
200 King Street West
Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Dear Ms. Drake;
The purpose of this correspondence is to formally apply to the Heritage
Committee of the City of Kitchener for permission to undertake the following
at 68 Schneider Avenue, Kitchener:
demolish and replace an existing addition; and,
demolish and replace the existing porch and balcony.
We have lived at this location for more than three years. The three-story
structure (including attic) was constructed in 1906. Our purpose for
purchasing this property was to take advantage of the downtown lifestyle
opportunity. The location of our home relative to Victoria Park and our
places of employment adds to the enjoyment of living in this area.
It has been our intention to make improvements supportive of the goals of
the Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District. This application is the step
we are hoping to take in this regard.
Our plan is to make a significant investment removing those aspects of our
property that detract from its original design and replace these elements with
functional structures that restore some of its historic feel.
We trust the Committee will appreciate these efforts. We look forward to the
opportunity to meet with the Committee to discuss our application.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Kindest regards,
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HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
Application No.
City of Kitchener
Community Services Department HPA
Planning Division
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K! CHENER. 200 King Street West
Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4G7
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Nature of Application
Exterior ® Interior ❑ Signage ❑
Demolition ® New Construction ❑ Alteration ® Relocation ❑
Subject Property
Municipal Address: 68 Schneider Avenue, Kitchener
Legal Description (if known): Part of Lots 29 & 30, Registered Plan 435
Building/Structure Type: Residential Commercial ❑ Industrial ❑ Institutional ❑
Heritage Designation: Part IV ❑ Part V (HCD) 0 Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District
Is the Subject Property subject to a Heritage Easement or Agreement? Yes ❑ No X❑
Property Owner
Name:
Address: 68 Schneider Avenue, Kitchener, ON N2G 1 K8
Telephone (Home): Telephone (Work_):
Fax: E-Mail:
Agent (if applicable)
Name: Thomas J. Reinhart
Address: 89 Alexandra Avenue Waterloo ON N21_ 11_6
Telephone (Home): (519)745-4889 Telephone (Work): (519)745-4889
Fax: same as above E-Mail: tjreinhart@golden.net
Written Description
Please provide a written description of the project proposal including any conservation methods you
plan to use. Provide such detail as materials to be used, measurements, paint colours, decorative
details, whether any original building fabric is to be removed or replaced, etc. Use additional pages
as required. Please refer to the City of Kitchener Heritage Permit Application Submission Guidelines
for further guidance.
SEE ATTACHED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
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Review of City of Kitchener Heritage hermit Application Submission Guidelines
Describe why it is necessary to undertake the proposed work.
Owners wish to demolish and replace existing 1960's era rear yard Addition which is poorly constructed and inadequate
for their needs in terms of living space and practical facilities. Similarly, Owners wish to demolish and replace
I existin 1980's era, contemporary styled Front Porch, which is built of concrete and iron and does not relate well
to the original house, nor to the heritage streetsca e.
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Describe how the proposal is consistent with the Part IV individual designating by-law or the Part V
Heritage Conservation District Plan.
Rear Addition desi n strives to improve upon proportions & roof lines while employing sympathetic materials
window &door styles&proportions, and exterior colour scheme(earth tones) -more consistent with period.
Front Porch design strives to return the front street facade to the original "Berlin Vernacular"style.
Both ro ects strive to reverse the effects of prior misguided "improvements"while maintaining the on final character.
Describe how the proposal is consistent with the Parks Canada Standards and Guidelines for the
Conservation of Historic Places in Canada (available at www.pc.gc.ca).
Proposal seeks to remove"non character-defining"features dating from eras other than the Heritage District period and
re-create major character-defining features. Proposed Addition is located on a non character-defining facade and is distinct
& subordinate to original structure. Proposed Front Porch design restores period style, based on documentary& physical
evidence, and is compatible in size, scale, material, style and colour.Ontario Building Code requirements (i.e. guard heights)
_are easily satisfied, due to the unadorned simplicity of components used to evoke the Berlin Vernacular style.
Expected Start Date: 15/03/14 Expected Completion Date: 15/06/14
(Day/Month/Year) (Day/MonthN_ ear)
Have you discussed this work with Heritage Planning Staff? XQ Yes ❑ No
If yes, who? Ms. Michelle Drake
Have you discussed this work with the Building Division? ❑ Yes ❑X No
If yes, who?
Have you applied for a Building Permit for this work? ❑ Yes 0 No
Other Related Applications (Building/Planning): Application No.
Acknowledgement
The undersigned acknowledges that all of the statements contained in documents filed in support
of this application shall be deemed part of this application. The undersigned acknowledges that
receipt of this application by the City of Kitchener - Planning Division does not guarantee it to be a
complete' application. The undersigned acknowledges that Council of the City,of Kitchener shall
determine whether the information submitted forms a complete application. Further review of the
application will be undertaken and the owner or agent may be contacted to provide additional
information and/or resolve any discrepancies or issues with the application as submitted. Once the
application is deemed to be fully complete, the application will be processed and, if necessary,
scheduled for the next available Heritage Kitchener Committee and Council meeting. Submission
of this application constitutes consent for authorized municipal staff to enter upon the subject
property for the purpose of conducting site visits, including photographs, which are necessary for
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the evaluation of this application. The undersigned acknowledges that where an agent has been
identified, the municipality is authorized but not required to contact this person in lieu of the owner
and this person is authorized to act on behalf of the owner for all matters respecting the
application. The undersigned agrees that the proposed work shall be done in accordance with this
application and understands that the approval of this application under the Ontario Heritage Act
shall not be a waiver of any of the provisions of any by-law of the City of Kitchener or legislation
including but not limited to the requirements of the Building Code and the Zoning By-law. The
undersigned acknowledges that in the event this application is approved, any departure from the
conditions imposed by the Council of the City of Kitchener or from the plans or specifications
approved by the Council of the City of Kitchener is prohibited and could result in a fine being
imposed or imprisonment as _-A for under tie Ontario Heritage Act.
Signature of Owner/Agt, Date: V)0N&"Vf Z -G��
Signature of Owner/Agt, Date:
Authorization
If this application is being made by an agent/solicitor on behalf of the property owner, the following
authorization must be completed:
I I We, of the land that is subject of this application,
hereby authorize_ to act on my 1 our behalf in this regard.
Signature of OZner,-., Date: nc F
Signature of 0 Date: f
The personal information on this form is collected under the 7ega1 authority of Section 33(2),
Section 42(2), and Section 42(2.2) of the Ontario Heritage Act. The information will be used for the
purposes of administering the heritage permit application and ensuring appropriate service of
notice of receipt under Section 33(3) and Section 42(3) of the Ontario Heritage Act. If you have
any questions about this collection of personal information, please contact the Manager of
Corporate Records, Legislated Services Division, City of Kitchener(599-749-2789).
INTERNAL USE ONLY:
Application Number:
Application Received:
Application Complete:
Notice of Receipt:
Notice of Decision:
90 Day Expiry Date:
PROCESS:
El Heritage Planning Staff
El Heritage Kitchener
❑Council
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION TO APPLICATION FOR HERITAGE
PERMIT, CITY OF KITCHENER re: 68 Schneider Avenue, Kitchener
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Included in this application are the required drawings and descriptions
divided into two projects:
1. Rear Addition and,
2. Front Porch and Balcony;
Professional Assistance: In undertaking the planning for this work, we
have retained the services of Thomas J. Reinhart, a local architectural
technologist (B.C.I.N.) with an extensive portfolio of successful heritage
projects similar in scope to that which we are proposing. You will note
Tom's attention to detail and commitment to ensuring his design is in
keeping with the era in which our home was constructed.
Compliance Requirements: At the time of this application, I am also
working with the Grand River Conservation Authority to gain the
necessary permission to construct our proposed addition, given its close
proximity to the flood plain.
In addition to providing this kind of specialized guidance and support, I
believe every aspect of our proposal will meet or exceed compliance
requirements with all applicable legislation, regulations and by-laws.
Photographs: Photographs of the building including general photos of
the property, the streetscape in which the property is located, the facing
streetscape, are included with this application as required as are
photographs of the specific areas that may be affected by the proposed
alteration, new construction, or demolition must be included.
Samples: Our preferred samples of the materials to be used for both
projects will be presented, as requested, at the meeting at which our
application is to be considered. These will include samples of:
• Paint • Siding
• Bricks . Railing
• Window frames
Proposed Timeline: With our drawings complete and the process for
obtaining the necessary approvals and permits now underway, we are
anticipating the start of construction in March/April 2014.
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1. REAR ADDITI®N
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The existing addition is structurally deficient and poorly constructed. It
is a small space that is not easy to use as living space. Upon a visit to the
property late last year, you will recall that it was deemed to have no
historical significance.
The proposed new addition will essentially serve the same purpose as
the existing structure - as a living area, but with improved entry access
and plumbing facilities, designed to complete the existing home, while
taking advantage of the garden setting in the existing rear yard.
Consistency with Heritage Conservation Principles:
The design of the proposed Rear Addition is consistent with heritage
conversation principles in the following ways:
The existing rear addition was likely constructed to replace an original
"Summer Kitchen" or rear Porch and appears to date to the. 196 0's.
The roof lines of the addition are badly designed, the structure is tired
and ultimately inadequate and the existing exterior finishes are of a
1960's vintage (wide profile aluminum siding and aluminum storm
windows) - an aesthetic having little or no redeeming qualities.
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Our proposed Rear Addition design seeks to remove existing rear
addition, pergola and terrace deck structures complete (block foundations
included) - and construct a larger addition, having more ample living
space, taking advantage of the rear yard views & ambience and providing
more practical and useful entry access to the house from the west
(driveway) side of the property.
The proposed 1-storey Rear Addition will be constructed such that it is
visually `subserviant' to the original two-storey brick structure. Its
interface with the original (brick) house will have walls inset from the
existing east & west side brick facades;with addition roof lines designed
to complement existing 12:12 roof pitch found on the original (brick)
portion of the house. The addition will also incorporate windows and doors
with colours and "simulated divided cite" construction and wide exterior
casing trim, consistent with the period. The exterior of the addition will be
finished with wood siding, soffit, fascia and trim details - painted to
match/complement existing trim colours already established at front
facade of original house. Roofing will match existing (recently installed)
asphalt shingles.
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The design of the proposed rebuilt Front Porch & Balcony is consistent
with heritage conversation principles in the following ways:
The existing Front Porch appears to date to the 1980's and has a
"contemporary" 80's design, built primarily of concrete, with a low iron
guard around a concrete upper balcony.
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Our proposed design seeks to remove this porch & balcony, down to
existing concrete foundation, and rebuild in a style which will recapture
the spirit and feel of the "Berlin Vernacular" style, complete porch
columns consisting of reclaimed (matching) brick half-column "plinth"
bases, tapered box columns, subtle beam/eave ornamentation &
detailing (which relates back to details found in the existing front
window); and guard rails & staircase constructed of wood, in a simple
but substantial style, consistent & compatible with porches of the
period (1909).
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