Historic Zoning Commission

Fourth and Gill H-1: Level III

8-J-11-HZ

Applicant Request

Level III. New construction of primary building(s) or deviation from guidelines

Construct second story addition; new roof to copy existing roof (hipped, 6/12 slope, exposed rafter tails). Relocate attic dormer to new roof in similar position. Windows will be wood double hung duplicating existing windows and trim. Wood shingles on second story with large trim band between floors. Extend existing chimney with matching stucco finish and new chimney cap. Construct shed roofed porch over existing exterior cellar steps with square wood columns and exposed rafter tails.

NOTE: Request to add second story denied at 8/18/2011 Knoxville Historic Zoning Commission meeting.

Site Info

One and one-half story frame with weatherboard wall covering. Telescoping gable roof with asphalt shingle roof covering and exposed rafters. Double hung windows with six light Prairie styled upper sash over one light lower sash. One story one-half front porch with paired square wood posts on brick piers, tongue and groove floor and beadboard ceiling. Exterior end stuccoed chimney. Stuccoed foundation. Rectangular plan. Original six light entry door.

Although the proposed redesign is appropriate in the neighborhood, the guidelines state that new additions should be to the rear or inconspicuous side of the house, and that differentiation should be made between what is historic and what is new. The guidelines further state that it is best not to add additional stories.