Historic Zoning Commission

Fairmont-Emoriland NC: Level II

10-D-23-HZ

Applicant Request

New rear addition. Addition will measure 18' deep by 38'-8" wide overall, featuring a carport at the ground level, one full story, and a second story measuring 14'-3" wide. Adjacent to the second story is a deck with a steel tube and cable rail. The addition will be framed with structural steel and wood frame, and rest on a steel plinth foundation. The addition will feature a flat roof with brake metal aluminum coping and corners, an exterior of fiber cement vertical siding panels in a stucco finish, and aluminum reglets separating the panels. Windows are fiberglass multi-light fixed, casement, and double-hung windows (to reflect light patterns on pages 11, 12, and 13 of application).

The scope of work also includes adapting an existing driveway to extend below the new carport. Existing rear deck will be removed.

Site Info

Two-story residence clad in stucco, featuring a flat roof with parapets and decoratve barrel tiles. Recessed, arcaded front porch featuring decorative tile vents.

1. 1707 Emoriland Blvd is a contributing resource to the Fairmont Park NC overlay.

2. The proposed addition will be located on the rear of the house, minimally visible from the public-right-of-way. Placement of the addition is appropriate.

3. The addition reflects elements of the "Spanish Eclectic" style of the main house, while avoiding overly decorative details; the addition will be differentiated from the main house by the use of contemporary materials and a more simple design.

4. The height and scale of the addition are appropriate for the new house while incorporating additional interior space. The height of the second story will align with the existing elevated massing on the rear elevation.

5. The roof pitch and exterior cladding materials are compatible with the roof pitch and materials on the existing house. The multi-light windows are compatible with the 6/6 double-hung windows on the primary house; fiberglass windows are generally compatible with the original wood windows and are appropriate for new additions.