Laytonsville Historic District Commission

Meeting Minutes-February 20, 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 Howes, Sterling, and Techter were present.

Commission member Techter made a motion to approve the minutes of the January 16, 2006, meeting. Second by Commission member Howes. The minutes were approved as presented.

· The Chair opened the hearing for HDWP 01-06, submitted by Tim and Michelle Shortley , for property located at 21606 Laytonsville Rd.

· There were no conflicts or disclosures.

· The Chair called on the Secretary to present the facts of the application. The application calls for wooden hand railings to be installed on front and side exterior stairs.

· The Secretary entered into evidence the following exhibits: hearing notice, notice to contiguous property owners, photos and drawings, plat, and affidavit of sign posting.

Comments of Applicant

Mr. Shortley described the work to be done. He indicated he is complying with a request by his homeowners insurance company to install the hand rail.

There was no public comment.

The Chair closed the hearing and called for a motion. Ms. Sterling made a motion to approve the application based on the information submitted and in accordance with guidelines. Second by Ms. Howes. Motion unanimously approved.

Ms. Sterling made a motion to waive the application fee for HDWP 01-06. Second by Ms. Howes. Motion unanimously approved.

Ms. Wenger thanked the applicant and stated a Certificate of Approval would be provided.

New Business

A consultation was held with Mr. Bill Harvey, 7120 Brink Rd. Mr. Harvey explained his desire to demolish a barn and construct a new garage. He believes the existing barn has structural problems. He stated the new construction would be on the same footprint as the existing structure. Ms. Wenger provided the necessary details for fulfilling the permit requirements.

A prospective homeowner attended the meeting and made inquiries about HDC processes.

Old Business

Commission members reviewed the status of the NV homes project. The Mayor and Council, at their February meeting, approved the design selections for Lots 1,2,3,4,5 and 13, as submitted by the HDC.

There being no further business the meeting adjourned at approximately 9:00 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Phyllis Sterling, Secretary