Laytonsville Historic District Commission

Meeting Minutes-January 16, 2006

The regular meeting of the Laytonsville Historic District Commission (HDC) was called to order by the Chair, Sheree Wenger at 7:30 p.m. Commission members Ruspi, Sterling and Techter were present. Mayor Willard Oland and two residents were also present.

Commission member Techter made a motion to approve the minutes of the December19, 2005, meeting. Second by Commission member Ruspi. The minutes were approved as presented.

The Chair reported there may be delays in completion of project at 7115 Brink Rd., HDWP 01-04, due to health concerns of the property owner.

The Chair proceeded with the continuance of HDWP 05-05 and called the Applicant, NV Homes representatives David Ambrose and Joel Winters. Also present, representing Elm Street Development, Mike Bingley. Mr. Ambrose stated he needed to clarify some issues regarding the houses approved at the December meeting of the HDC. Paladian style windows was discussed and clarified. Mr. Ambrose stated NV Homes feels it is prohibitive to include brick on all four sides of the houses approved for brick. He was asked to explain and reported that major steel and frame would need to be added. He requested a change to three sides brick be approved. He indicated that home buyers are offered several options including bay window, entertainment alcove, morning room and family room extension. He stated the builder would not offer the option of a deck. Mr. Ambrose was informed that the approvals given at the December meeting was based on the plan as presented, which did not include any options. A lengthy discussion began on the consideration of options. Based on review of the plans and discussion Ms. Ruspi made the following motion to approve:

Lot 1: Gibraltar Model no options allowed that would alter footprint of plan presented

Lot 4: Gibraltar Model no options allowed that would alter footprint of plan presented

Lot 2: Dartmouth Model Alternate 2 with siding

Lot 3: Dartmouth Model Alternate 3 with brick

Lot 13 Dartmouth Model Alternate 1 with siding

Lot 5 Dartmouth Model Elevation A with brick

All lots within the Historic District are subject to the following restrictions; no Paladian windows, decks, morning room extensions, bay windows, entertainment alcoves, or three car garages. Brick homes are approved as 3 sides brick, with home buyer option for all brick.

Second by Mr. Techter. Motion unanimously approved.

Discussion continued regarding Lot 6 and Lot 12. The HDC will review and comment on the houses suggested for these lots. The Commission is concerned about the relationship these homes will have on Rolling Ridge home, lane, and Historic District, due to their close proximity to these resources. NV representatives indicated their desire to build estate homes on these lots and presented the Monticello and Mt. Vernon models. Commission members asked to see other options and the NV representatives agreed to continue the discussion at a future meeting.

Mayor Oland will present the decisions of the HDC for Lots 1,2,3,4,5,and 13, to the Town Council at their February meeting. He indicated a site plan for each lot will be submitted and reviewed by the Mayor and the HDC Chair before issuing a building permit.

Mr. Bingley responded to inquiries regarding the engineering for lane, storm water management, and pond in the proposed subdivision.

There being no further business the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:00 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Phyllis Sterling, Secretary