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CITY OF MUSKEGON
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
July 1, 2008
Vice Chairperson T. Bosma called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: T. Bosma, S. Kroes, L. Spataro L. Wood, S. Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT: J. Hilt, excused; K. Panozzo, excused
STAFF PRESENT: M. Franzak, D. Leafers
OTHERS PRESENT: K. Eden, 342 W. Muskegon Ave.; L. Kirksey, 1329 4th St.;
M. Tucker, 220 Houston
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion to approve the regular meeting minutes of June 3, 2008 was made by L. Spataro,
supported by S. Kroes and unanimously approved.
NEW BUSINESS/PUBLIC HEARINGS
L. Wood arrived at 4:04 p.m.
Case 2008-18 – 372 W Muskegon Avenue. Garage Construction. Applicant: Kevin Eden. District:
Houston. Class: A. Current Function: Residential. M. Franzak presented the staff report. The
applicant would like approval to construct a 24’x 24’ two-stall garage to copy the garage that was at
the original Peck Street site. The applicant would use cement siding 4” LAP and shingle shake to
keep the same look. He would also like to use Mirtec 6” trim boards around all windows, doors and
corners. He would also use asphalt architectural shingles. Staff recommends of the request.
L. Spataro asked if the front elevation would face the alley. K. Eden stated that it would.
A motion that the HDC approve the request to construct the garage as proposed, as long as it meets
all zoning requirements and the necessary permits are obtained, was made by S. Thompson,
supported by S. Kroes and unanimously approved.
Case 2008-19 – 1329 4th Street. Applicant: Lowell Kirksey. District: Campus. Class: A. Current
Function: Residential. M. Franzak presented the staff report. The applicant would like approval to
demolish the garage at 1349 4th St. After seeking bids to restore it to original historical integrity, he
was advised to demolish. The City’s Inspection Department has ordered the structure to be
demolished, and staff recommends approval of the request.
L. Kirksey stated that the correct address was 1329 4th St. He had contacted two different
contractors, who had both advised him to tear the garage down. He stated that he would take photos
of the garage before it was demolished so that he could attempt to replicate it when the new garage
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was built. L. Spataro reminded the applicant that if a fence were erected or when the new garage
was ready to be built, that he would need to come before the HDC again.
A motion that the HDC approve the request to demolish the garage as long as it meets all zoning
ordinances and the necessary permits are obtained, was made by L. Spataro, supported by S.
Thompson and unanimously approved.
Case 2008-20 – 220-222 Houston. Applicant: Mark Tucker. District: Houston. Class: A. Current
Function: Residential. M. Franzak presented the staff report. The applicant would like approval to
replace the wood siding with new vinyl siding. Staff recommends approval.
L. Spataro asked if the house would continue to be used as a 2-unit. M. Tucker stated that it would.
T. Bosma stated that he didn’t see any significant trim or decorative pieces that would need to be
retained. M. Tucker stated that there were cornices over some of the windows, but they were rotted.
A motion that the HDC approve the request to reside the home with vinyl as long as it meets all
zoning requirements and the necessary permits are obtained, was made by L. Wood, supported by S.
Kroes and unanimously approved.
OLD BUSINESS
None
OTHER
September HDC meeting – Since the regularly scheduled September meeting fell on the day after
Labor Day, M. Franzak asked members if they would like to move the date. Board members
concurred that they would hold the meeting on September 9.
Local Government Certification – L. Spataro asked for additional information on this program. M.
Franzak stated that it would afford the City the opportunity to apply for historical grant money,
including funds for commercial projects, and possibly for developing a new or updated brochure.
There would be no cost to the City.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:16 p.m.
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