Historic Properties Commission - Minutes - 09/04/2024

Waterford Historic Properties Commission
Special Meeting Minutes
Date: September 4,2024.
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: Waterford Historic Properties Commission
Chair: John O’Neill
Present:
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e Skip Adams (Full-time member)
e Eileen Olynciew (Full-time member)
¢ Melissa Guarnierri (Alternate, abstaining from voting - Friends of Nevins
member)
Justin Pezzolessi (Alternate, appointed as full-time for the meeting)
e John Mullen (Director of Planning, Waterford)
Agenda:
Public hearing on the application for a Certiificate of Appropriateness for 57 Rope
Ferry Road, Nevins Tenant Cottage.
Meeting Proceedings
1. Opening Statements
John O'Neill opened the meeting and outlined the agenda.
e The purpose of the hearing was to review the Friends of Nevins Cottage’s
application for a Certificate of Appropriateness.
e Apresentation was made by Dave Cavesino, representing the Friends of
Nevins Cottage.
2. Presentation by Friends of Nevins Cottage (Dave Cavesino)
Planned restoration work includes:
° Exterior:
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e Removal of siding with lead-based paint , replacement with wood siding in
historically accurate yellow.
« Restoration of original windows and doors by a professional company.
¢ Porch decking to be PVC for durability, with solid granite slabs for steps.
» Replacement of non-historic gutters with half-round metal gutters.
¢ Roof material undetermined, but will aim for historical accuracy (likely
wood shingles).
e Structural Work:
e¢ Removal of rear addition due to deterioration (non-original).
Restoration of the original porch that had been enclosed.
Foundation remains granite, with considerations for moisture protection.
e Interior:
Planned HVAC system installation to control humidity and prevent decay.
Windows will be restored with existing glass where possible.
e Other Considerations:
Plans for fire and security systems will be coordinated with the town.
No planned modifications to existing read access.
3. Questions & Discussions
« Board Members Inquiries:
e Discussion on window restoration, placement, and historical accuracy.
e Confirmation that trim and fascia will match existing design despite use of
PVC.
* Clarification on roofing options (wood shingles preferred).
¢ Confirmation that granite slabs from demolished parts will be repurposed
or donated.
e PublicComments:
e Representatives from the Waterford Historical Society inquired about
foundation stability and moisture protection.

e Discussion on historic garage—it is not included in the Friends of Nevins
Cottage’s jurisdiction.
« Inquiry about project timeline—work will begin as soon as necessary
permits are obtained.
4, Motion to Approve Certificate of Appropriateness
Conditions for approval:
1. Windows & Doors: All reasonable efforts will be made to restore the original
windows and doors.
2. PVC Use: PVC will only be used where necessary, will be milled to match
existing materials, and painted.
3. Gutters: Must be half-round, galvanized with round downspouts.
4. Roof Material: Final material selection must be submitted for review and
approval by the commission before work begins.
Motion to approve: J. Pezzolessi and seconded by S.Adams.
Vote: Approved unanimously.
5. Adjournment
e Motion to adjourn made J. Pezzolessi and seconded by E. Olynciew.
e Meeting adjourned at 07:38 PM.
Notes:
e This is the first Certificate of Appropriateness issued by the Waterford
Historic Properties Commission.
e Future restoration projects may involve additional historic buildings in the
area.
e A fundraiser piano concert in October will support restoration efforts.
Meeting Minutes Prepared By: John O'Neill
Date: September 26,2024