Historic Zoning Commission

Old North Knoxville H-1: Level II

4-H-06-HZ

Applicant Request

Level II. Replacement/repair

Replacing 6 unoriginal, rear windows with double-hung wood windows; Repair (or replace) existing roof; Examine possibility of removing perma stone exterior.

Site Info

One story frame with Permastone application on lower wall and shingle wall covering on upper wall. Hip roof with lower cross gables, asphalt shingle covering and sawn wood attic vents. Altered windows. One story one bay central front porch. Two interior offset brick chimneys. Brick foundation. Rectangular plan.

Removal of inappropriate Permastone siding would restore the architectural history of the building, reversing a condition not allowed by adopted design guidelines. (pg. 20, E1) The contemplated replacement windows, while they are not visible on the rear of the building, will be replaced by appropriately sized and designed replacement windows. (pg. 15, B2) Replacing the asphalt shingled roof is a recommended maintenance procedure.