Reso PC21-12 0099 PC Reso for 1417 Middlefield Rd

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ATTY/RESO.0099/PC RESO FOR 1417 MIDDLEFIELD RD REV: 11-12-2021 JB Page 4 of 16 A. The existence of sufficient variety in the design of the structure and grounds to avoid monotony in the external appearance; The proposed structure utilizes a variety of methods to avoid monotony in the elevations. The design includes recesses and stepbacks to provide articulation and break up the first and second story massing. In addition, the design includes architectural features to retain the architectural integrity of the historic structure such as matching roof-slopes utilizing the same wood siding. B. The size and design of the structure shall be considered for the purpose of determining that the structure is in proportion to its building site and that it has a balance and unity among its external features so as to present a harmonious appearance; The proposed addition and existing development meet all applicable development standards that address massing, including setbacks, height, and lot coverage. The project is designed to be proportional to the site by providing adequate building articulation breaking up the addition with varying roof heights and gables. The project is designed to be harmonious and compatible with the matching existing colors and materials. C. The extent to which the structure conforms to the general character of other structures in the vicinity insofar as the character can be ascertained and is found to be architecturally desirable; The proposed addition is consistent with the size and scale of the neighborhood, which consists of mainly one-and two-story structures. The historic character of the property will be retained and preserved, especially with respect to the streetscape and neighborhood compatibility. The additions, as proposed, are mostly situated towards the rear and along the side of the property, except the renovation of the Juliet balcony, creating minimal visual impact from the streetscape frontage. By retaining and matching the architectural style and exterior materials, the proposed additions would not detract from the existing home, thus retaining the historical integrity of the structure. Specifically, the existing exterior materials of wood paneling would be incorporated throughout the new addition and the design incorporates matching roof-slopes utilizing the same asphalt composition shingle roofing material. The new construction is differentiated from the existing historic portion of the structure by the inclusion of modern fiberglass windows without ornamentation to distinguish from the historic wooden windows with decorative floral pattern boards on other portions of the structure and would be consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s standards. D. The extent to which excessive ornamentation is to be used and the extent to which temporary and second-hand materials, or materials which are imitative of other materials, are to be used; The structure does not include excessive ornamentation, in that the materials and detailing are consistent with the existing house, protecting and enhancing the integrity of the historic resource. Most of the proposed additions are sited towards the rear and side of the property, except for the Juliet balcony renovation,